Designing the layout of your school bus conversion is one of the most exciting parts of the process. While there are certainly common elements that nearly every skoolie includes, there are infinite ways in which to combine them, which allows you to flex your creative muscles! In this article, I will share how my boyfriend …
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Ford Transits are one of the most popular options for camper van conversions. They are comparable in size and functionality to Mercedes Sprinter vans, but Transits are significantly cheaper, both in terms of the initial purchase and the ongoing maintenance costs. Many aspiring vanlifers choose to build out their vans themselves, although there are more …
Off-road trailers are super practical for camping trips, whether you are a weekend warrior and don’t want to invest in an RV, or you are an overlanding enthusiast who enjoys seeking out the road less traveled. There is such a wide variety of overland trailers available today that you can find one that’s perfect for …
The Toyota Tacoma has been produced since 1995, with the first generation (1995-2004) classified as a compact pickup and the second (2005-2015) and third generation (2016-present) classified as a mid sized pickup. The Tacoma has long been a favorite for offroading and overlanding due to its small size, capability, and reliability. In this article, we’ll …
Small campervans have some serious advantages over larger vans and RVs, including the fact that they are much more maneuverable, get better gas mileage, and are stealthier. In this article we’ll take a look at some of the best small campervans and hear from three owners about their experiences. Here’s our list of the 7 …
School buses come in a huge variety of lengths, which means you have tons of options when it comes to choosing a bus length for your skoolie conversion. My boyfriend and I looked into all lengths of buses when we were choosing a school bus to convert, and in this article I’ll share what we …
My boyfriend Aaron and I have lived the “vanlife” lifestyle by traveling in our converted school bus for nearly two years now. In that time we have learned what is truly necessary and important to have with us on the road. We have made several adjustments over the years, purging things we don’t use and …
Adding a pop top to your van allows you to comfortably stand up inside, which makes things like cooking and changing infinitely easier. Pop tops often also include a lofted bed, meaning you can sleep up top and save your van’s floor space for other amenities, or you can have two beds and bring the …
Smartwatches are becoming increasingly ubiquitous as more and more manufacturers roll out new models and features. With so many options, it can be hard to choose the best watch for yourself, so in this article I’ll lay out all the features and give a review of my personal experience with one smartwatch, the Garmin Instinct. …
Toyota has been producing SUVs for decades, and the 4Runner truly embodies the meaning of sport utility vehicle. Born from a modification to a 1980s Land Cruiser, the OG 4Runner was essentially a pickup truck with a rear cover and extra seats, but since then, it has evolved into one of the most popular SUVs …