Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast
Built to Go is your #vanlife companion for long days on the road, working on your rig, or just relaxing by that perfect spot. Self-build? Living in your vehicle? Stealth Van? Our magazine format has something for every #vanlife interest.
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Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
February 5, 2020
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss realties and myths of "Stealth Vans," the ins and outs of ventilation, a crazy place to visit in Texarkana, a really useful dashboard device, and a great place to find used furniture.
TALES FROM THE ROAD: Can you find the ark inside Texarkana? I did, and I'll share the secret with you:
Ace of Clubs House.
TECH TALK: Ventilation. You don't just want it, you need it. Really.
MaxxAir Fan with Rain Shield (Manual)
Wednesday Feb 05, 2020
Wednesday Feb 05, 2020
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss security in your rig, why you should have a multitool, the ShurFlo electric faucet, how to be stupid in the desert, and Racetrack Playa
TALES FROM THE ROAD: Don't do this - a solo trip on rough desert "roads."
TECH TALK: Multitools
Leatherman Wingman: https://amzn.to/2vStcmh (I got it cheaper at Menards).
Gerber Diesel: https://amzn.to/2tw0AhM
PRODUCT REVIEW: SHURflo Electric Faucet
If you use a submersed pump, this is a great solution.
https://amzn.to/376DlsA
A PLACE TO VISIT: Racetrack Playa
A long drive on dirt roads in Death Valley, California
"Supernatural" home to sailing stones
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/PTU8vdkKwLm2Ek3a6
Skeptoid article on the topic: https://skeptoid.com/episodes/4021
Video explaining how they move: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1hoiHvOeGc
Photo by Gregory "Slobirdr" Smith
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss COFFEE, which detectors you should have, a review of the Camco Olympian Wave 3, and a discussion of pet plants.
TALES FROM THE ROAD: A break down, a good Samaritan, and a difficult decision
TECH TALK: Which detectors should you have?
Smoke: https://amzn.to/3aSc1kH
Carbon Monoxide CO: https://amzn.to/36BAd7F
Explosive Gas:https://amzn.to/2S1GiVt (Runs on USB)
PRODUCT REVIEW: Camco Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Heater
Slow to warm, but an economical way of keeping you van warm all night.
https://amzn.to/37EYICb
A PLACE TO VISIT:
Aurora, NC Fossil Museum
A fossil museum that delivers - dig your own without too much work.
http://aurorafossilmuseum.org/
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss storing food, what to cover walls with, a place that smells bad but tastes good, and a disappointing visit to an interesting place.
TALES FROM THE ROAD: Aurora, Indiana and a strange museum
TECH TALK: Wall coverings
Is wood the only option? Hell, no.
A source for wall coverings, https://www.albrightssupply.com/
PRODUCT REVIEW: Alpicool 12v Compressor Fridge
I love this thing, and i think it's a bargain.
https://amzn.to/2TZrtWr
A PLACE TO VISIT:
Luling, TX
Bad smells
Good food
Wednesday Jan 15, 2020
Wednesday Jan 15, 2020
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss loneliness, if you really need an inverter, Sunstone Mining and a review of Window Deflectors
TALES FROM THE ROAD: Aurora Maine, land of blueberries (and where our title image was taken)
TECH TALK: Inverters
Do you really need an inverter? Really really? Let's talk about it.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Wind Deflectors
I though for sure the cheap wind deflectors I bought would rip off, but a few thousand miles later, and they're just fine.
https://amzn.to/2QUgRpJ
A PLACE TO VISIT:
Sunstone Mining in Southeast Oregon
No need to tunnel, they're right on the surface!
Spectrum Sunstone Mine
Free mining on BLM land
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: eTrailer
Wouldn't it be nice if there was a site that sold stuff that you can't find anywhere else?
http://www.etrailer.com
Wednesday Jan 08, 2020
Wednesday Jan 08, 2020
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss ways to how to choose the right van, how to build your floor, Echo Auto, a weird thing I discovered one sleepy day, Meow Wolf and a few other things...
TALES FROM THE ROAD: A strange way to learn a neat trick
It turns out that you can't be sleepy and embarrassed at the same time.
My beloved Wendigo
TECH TALK: Floors
Boring? Maybe, but your floor is the literal foundation of your van. You might want to pay attention.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Echo Auto
Love Alexa? Want to listen to any radio station in the world on the road, or play voice games while driving? NOTE: Since i recorded this, the price has gone up to $49. Sorry about that! Still worth it.
https://amzn.to/37N6GZB
A PLACE TO VISIT: Meow Wolf
ANOTHER true pilgrimage for any curious person. It defies description. Just go, and become a better person for it.
Meow Wolf -https://meowwolf.com/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Divine on the Road's Solo Female Van Live
Sidney lives in a Ford Transit and shares her #vanlife adventures in a frank and honest way. If you'd like to hear the reality of the #vanlife community that Instagram promotes, this podcast is for you.
https://divineontheroad.com/
Wednesday Jan 01, 2020
Wednesday Jan 01, 2020
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss ways to keep clean, peep holes, ottoman beds, the City Museum, and an app to help you stay away from bad weather while you're driving.
TALES FROM THE ROAD: Montreal Parking Lot
A PERFECT parking spot has a hidden problem, and what it taught me about the realities of vanlife.
TECH TALK: Peep Holes
Want to see what's going outside your van without being seen? Consider peep holes!
PRODUCT REVIEW: Ottoman Bed
An ottoman that turns into a bed: https://amzn.to/39ycTug
A PLACE TO VISIT: City Museum
A true pilgrimage for any curious person. It defies description. Just go, and become a better person for it.
The City Museum - https://www.citymuseum.org/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Highway Weather app
A great app for predicting the weather as you proceed on your route. It combines your planned GPS route with the weather forecast. Very useful! http://www.weatherroute.io/
Wednesday Jan 01, 2020
Wednesday Jan 01, 2020
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss using Ikea in your van, solar vs. split charge relays, and dogbowl sinks.
TALES FROM THE ROAD: A twin at Lowes
What do you do when you see a near copy of your van in the Lowes parking lot? You make a connection.
TECH TALK: Solar vs. Split Charge Relay
Which should you install first? The answer is: you shouldn't do what I did.
A PLACE TO VISIT: Bangor, ME
If you're a Stephen King fan, it's a no brainer that this should be on your list. But it should also be on your list if you want to experience some authentic New England.
Pagurus at the Thomas Hill Standpipe, inspiration for IT.
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Kombi Life on YouTube
Kombi Life tells the story of Ben Jamin and his amazing van adventure traveling literally around the world in Volkswagen Vans. You really want to watch this. https://www.youtube.com/user/kombilife