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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Episodes
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Propane, Butane or Electric? What's best for heat and cooking? YES! We'll also play with a new lighting idea, visit an iconic fountain, take a rid in Africa and find an easy way to check the weather.
Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at:bit.ly/CofCDanube24
If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo
The Toyota Quantum.
NEWS
WSJ - No Showers, No Sleep: Van Life Isn’t as Cool as Instagram Makes it Seemhttps://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/van-life-living-96f4e986
British Readers Digest How embracing the van life helped me beat the cost-of-livinghttps://www.readersdigest.co.uk/inspire/life/embracing-the-van-life-helped-me-beat-the-cost-of-living
Business Insider: I spent years considering van life and finally embarked on a 2-week trip last fall. 5 months later, I'm still dreaming of the lifestyle. https://www.businessinsider.com/van-life-road-trip-convinced-nomadic-lifestyle-is-for-me-2024-3
PRODUCT REVIEW
NiLight 60 LED Lighthttps://amzn.to/3U3axN
Dual Fuel GasOne Stove (mentioned in main segment)https://amzn.to/3U2QAWK
A PLACE TO VISIT
Buckingham Fountainhttps://loopchicago.com/listings/buckingham-fountain
TALES FROM THE ROAD
African Bus Plungehttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-68690454
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Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
What does AI have to say about Vanlife? Turns out, quite a bit, but can we trust it? Let's see. We'll also explore gas generators, and unique vending machine in Texas, encounter some powerful critters, and review CarMax.
Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at:bit.ly/CofCDanube24
If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo
A jackal in the wild.
NEWS
Motor 1 VW Says There's No Market for an ID.Buzz Camper Vanhttps://www.motor1.com/news/713335/vw-no-market-id-buzz-camper/
Vanfest New England is On!https://vanfestusa.com/
WSJ - RV Stocks Drop After Airstream Parent Flashes Demand Warninghttps://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-jones-03-06-2024/card/rv-stocks-drop-after-airstream-parent-flashes-demand-warning-ADgKFLMUqnmGoQDQv48t
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Seriously, don't look at the eclipse without protection! Here's some advice.
https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety
A PLACE TO VISIT
Berdoll Squirrel Vending Machine
https://berdollsquirrel.com/index.php?cID=127
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Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Whew! I did some math, and it's led me to some difficult decisions. You'll see. We'll also explore Capetown, make some toast, and learn how to not go blind.
Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at:bit.ly/CofCDanube24
If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo
The view from Robben Island.
PRODUCT REVIEW
500W Single Slot Toaster
https://amzn.to/49kj3Ml
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Seriously, don't look at the eclipse without protection! Here's some advice.
https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Sometimes, it's nice to remember the DRIVING part of travel. It can be fun! Here are five great drives. We'll also look at why you should NOT install USB A ports, we'll review some simple wine bottle lights, and tell three impossible stories that are all true.
Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at:bit.ly/CofCDanube24
If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo
And then there's THIS weird story...
PRODUCT REVIEW
Wine Bottle Lights
https://amzn.to/48vNCOr
TECH TALK
Don't install USB A ports anymore. Install these, or better.
https://amzn.to/3Plg4fr
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Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
5v Van? We’re getting to the point where it’s possible for “light” builds. It’s a great option for no builds! And you can add CarPlay Android Auto to just about any radio, why should you avoid gluing flooring, a quick geologic trip to Morocco, and a visit with some mermaids!
Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at:
bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Alas... 5V VAN ◦ Lights https://amzn.to/3Ij4I7q ◦ Vents Fan https://amzn.to/3IcH6Bp
◦ Heating pads https://amzn.to/48tYtZq ◦ Cooking https://amzn.to/3UToKNC ◦ Hand Warmer https://amzn.to/3TbGWk5 NEWS • e-Sprinter • https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/electric-mercedes-benz-esprinter-a-small-step-for-van-a-giant-leap-for-van-kind/ PRODUCT REVIEW • Jensen JDASHCP adds CarPlay and Android Auto to most stock stereos • https://amzn.to/3SSY8cP TECH TALK • Solar Security Lights - these work fine, but there are many choices • https://amzn.to/4bUqiNb A PLACE TO VISIT • Mermaid Museum! • https://www.mermaidmuseum.org/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION • Simple Enough Explores Gig Work • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Eo2mvBqau8 Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
iOverlander is the go to app for many of us. But there's a problem, and there may not be a way to fix it. We'll also take a look at an "attack" in Quartzsite, a way to add CarPlay to stock radios, and a great new resource, Nomad Wiki.
Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at:bit.ly/CofCDanube24
If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo
Reading signs is wise...
PRODUCT REVIEW
Jensen JDASHCP adds CarPlay and Android Auto to most stock stereos
https://amzn.to/3SSY8cP
TECH TALK
Solar Security Lights - these work fine, but there are many choices
https://amzn.to/4bUqiNb
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
The AMAZING Nomad Life Wiki - just for us
http://nomadlife.wiki/
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Is a camping trailer part of "vanlife"? I say yes. Why not? We'll discuss the pros and cons of living the life as a toad. We'll aslo find a clever way to hide your toilet, discover a problem with winter food, visit some giants, and nearly die because of a design problem.
Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at:bit.ly/CofCDanube24
Some Skookie folks doing the do.
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Ok, maybe not quite a "big rig."
PRODUCT REVIEW
Ottoman Cover
https://amzn.to/3wsuZOc
A PLACE TO VISIT
Blythe Inaglios
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blythe_Intaglios
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Lateral Podcast Can Save Your Life
https://lateralcast.com/
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Monday Feb 19, 2024
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Folks - this week was eventful, and completely unanticipated. But here I sit in Florida, and I offer you a lengthy explanation and a list of lessons learned from it. This is NOT a normal episode. If you don't like the Tales from the Road! Segment, this isn't an episode you're likely to enjoy. But - if you're one of those who listens because I soothe you to sleep - yes, this is for you. :)