If UA-cam and van life was around when I grew up, I would have been all over it. I had a 1965 econoline van that I fixed up like the typical 70’s, but no sink, toilet, etc, just an ice box. I took a 4 month road trip 9,000 miles across the country in a 63 comet station wagon, what an adventure that was. I also worked and lived in a campground, cape Hatteras KOA, summer of 1979. A tent for my tiny refrigerator and foot locker of clothes. No AC, but a box fan sitting on the engine compartment. It wasn’t as organized as today, but we also had almost no money. My van had 122,000 miles, dented, worn out clutch, but for $200.00 I was happy as a lark, lol. It’s amazing that when I had nothing money wise, I was strong and healthy, so very happy. I love these builds.
After years of watching your channel I'm proud to say I've finally taken the leap of faith. I'm full time in my van and it's been 10 amazing months !!! If you're considering the van life JUST DO IT!!!!
Like Steve Wallis and Foresty Forest, these two are epic Canadians we are proud to call Ours! Alex's writing style and voice-overs are top tier. Meg's cooking looks magical. Visually, their journeys evoke wanderlust - armchair or otherwise. Thanks, Bob, for showcasing such great people. ✌
@@SlowRoamers Agree. Will be following your channel. You, Foresty Forest (Simon) and Steve (technically Steve Wallis is a stealth camper but well worth following) are the real deals. Only three I follow or will follow. Many other van lifers have gone all Hollywood, and I find are no longer relatable.
It’s because it takes special kinds of people to live in 50sqft for extended periods of time. They’re rare and when they find each other, it’s a truly special thing.😊😊✌🏼
Nice! I'd love to hear more about traveling with sourdough starter. I maintain starter at home. Feeding it every day with about 1/3cup flour and baking bread or english muffins about once a week. My recipe uses 250 grams of starter and 500 grams of flour. 5 lbs flour last me about 3 or 4 weeks. Do you refrigerate your starter between use? Do you use the omni oven for all of your baking?
Just when I thought I’ve seen the best van conversion ever made then this one is definitely right up at the top of my favorite build out. Feels like home with the cozy wood burning stove I have to see the oven for baking. Very unique design inside and out 👍
The old saying , you don't know if you are compatible with someone until you travel with them. Thanks for the info about what makes you happy ,Take care and many adventures to you
Thank you for sharing! I love how tech savy all the details given were. Plus, so laid back & chill. Simple enough but modern enough to travel in a van.
It slays me that most van builds have a large percentage of plywood. Seems like this must contribute to a large part of the overall weight of the vehicles
I always enjoy watching Bob's interviews with folks and touring their van/home builds. This is another great build. I love the colors of the van; It's really nice. The interior is quite homey as well. Their van is filled with safety and practical features too. Good luck to this couple as you live out your dreams of adventures... and travel well ...and travel safe!
Great video Bob! @SlowRoamers, Alex, well planned and well executed! Impressive work! Thanks for sharing! Meg is impressive too! She is such a beautiful and free spirit! You two are great together!
Thats true with that rear axle and tires torquey v8 and clearence you would be amazed of the capability. Im sure that van can cruise a sandy beach no problem. Probly even go up a sand dune. This video allowed me to consider 2wd for my future van build. Them 4x4 could be very expensive and i could probably get a much newer 2wd for same money. I used to have a ford bronco w/ 35s 411 locked rear and i had forgot about how much i was able to do without the 4x4.
Wonderful video. Great explainer. Happy travels to the SlowRoamers. Lovely couple. Thank you, Bob, for all this content. I live my life vicariously through CheapRVLiving. 🙂
beautiful van, lovely couple! Best of luck on the PanAmericana - that is really cool! Is amazing that you are able to go on such an adventure. Best of luck and lots of beautiful experiences I wish for you both. Thanks for sharing, Meg & Alex and Bob!
Great build !!! Anyone considering a weldtec lift, please do you research. There are better options at a much lower cost but if you are hell bent of spend $5k -$8k on a van lift, go to a custom 4x4 shop. Please don't become another Weldtec victim.
There’s something to be said for only working enough to meet your needs, as opposed to working and working to accumulate more and more stuff which only becomes an anchor.
👍 it's like a nice built , the mini stove is like a great idea 💪 it's like a good idea and to renew a like old car looks like really good ! 👍 It's like i really like the build !
Do you already know the way to clean the glass is to wad up newspaper and dip in first in water then in the ashes and wipe the interior glass and it will come clean in a minute ( when stove is cool). Then take another piece of wet newspaper to wash off the ashes. Works perfectly.
Yesss been looking forward to this interview! Nice to see the build more in depth. Love the quick connect feature for the water jugs and all the natural wood. @SlowRoamers what is the link to the solar company in Vancouver? ( I didn't see it above)
Excellent build on the van and beautiful woods installed Would love to do an Alaskan trip I follow Vanity city van life Chrome has a 2 wheel drive Extended height van that's been You need to make a little skid So that the heat Refrigerator refrigerator can escape instead of making a heat sink against the bottom of the fridge Save Travels Great video
The narrow windows in the rear wall panels , Who is the manufacturer & where can they be purchased. Very nice an appears to be a easy install. Very nice Van build.
Thanks so much Bob, it was great meeting you and spending some time with you. All the best and safe travels!
So glad you guys are getting well deserved exposure.
Cheers from Victoria! 🌎
@@CoastGord😊🙌🏻🙌🏻
your home is beautiful!!
Hi! when was the video taken?
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If UA-cam and van life was around when I grew up, I would have been all over it. I had a 1965 econoline van that I fixed up like the typical 70’s, but no sink, toilet, etc, just an ice box. I took a 4 month road trip 9,000 miles across the country in a 63 comet station wagon, what an adventure that was. I also worked and lived in a campground, cape Hatteras KOA, summer of 1979. A tent for my tiny refrigerator and foot locker of clothes. No AC, but a box fan sitting on the engine compartment. It wasn’t as organized as today, but we also had almost no money. My van had 122,000 miles, dented, worn out clutch, but for $200.00 I was happy as a lark, lol. It’s amazing that when I had nothing money wise, I was strong and healthy, so very happy. I love these builds.
After years of watching your channel I'm proud to say I've finally taken the leap of faith. I'm full time in my van and it's been 10 amazing months !!! If you're considering the van life JUST DO IT!!!!
What vehicle did you settle in?
What an adorable couple and an amazing van 😊
I love how he incorporated the swing aways into the rear bumper. Engineering at it's finest.
Like Steve Wallis and Foresty Forest, these two are epic Canadians we are proud to call Ours!
Alex's writing style and voice-overs are top tier. Meg's cooking looks magical. Visually, their journeys evoke wanderlust - armchair or otherwise.
Thanks, Bob, for showcasing such great people. ✌
Wow, thank you for the kind words, Gord!
@@SlowRoamers Agree. Will be following your channel. You, Foresty Forest (Simon) and Steve (technically Steve Wallis is a stealth camper but well worth following) are the real deals. Only three I follow or will follow. Many other van lifers have gone all Hollywood, and I find are no longer relatable.
Love the creativity of the van life people. I can build anything, just don’t have the imagination so it’s nice to enjoy Bob’s interviews
Just the other day I mentioned to my wife that you don't see van life videos with couples. Now CheapRVliving has had two in the last week. 👍
It’s because it takes special kinds of people to live in 50sqft for extended periods of time. They’re rare and when they find each other, it’s a truly special thing.😊😊✌🏼
I love watching all the van builds! 👍🏻❤️🐾👨🦼🚍
Great setup! I especially like the swing out storage box.
Safe travels to all!
Great people , Awesome 2WD Chevy, impressive. You Rock Bob👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸 🙏🙏Be blessed ya all, Alaska is stunning!
Nice! I'd love to hear more about traveling with sourdough starter. I maintain starter at home. Feeding it every day with about 1/3cup flour and baking bread or english muffins about once a week. My recipe uses 250 grams of starter and 500 grams of flour. 5 lbs flour last me about 3 or 4 weeks. Do you refrigerate your starter between use? Do you use the omni oven for all of your baking?
Just when I thought I’ve seen the best van conversion ever made then this one is definitely right up at the top of my favorite build out. Feels like home with the cozy wood burning stove I have to see the oven for baking. Very unique design inside and out 👍
The old saying , you don't know if you are compatible with someone until you travel with them. Thanks for the info about what makes you happy ,Take care and many adventures to you
A very well thought out rig. Did I spot a Foresty Forest cameo in the background? Thanks for sharing Bob.
Thanks Bob
This van is a sleeper… The amount of upgrades they’ve done makes this a stellar build.❤
😁💪🏼🤫
What a gorgeous and imminently practical build! Love this. Attention to quality is amazing.
Thank you for sharing! I love how tech savy all the details given were. Plus, so laid back & chill. Simple enough but modern enough to travel in a van.
The Truck Toolbox on it's side is a great idea. I'm in Ohio and the fireboxes(?) depending on cost, will be on my list.
A very nice couple that know a lot about van life. So many new ideas here. Thanks Bob
Wow. I had to watch twice. What a well thought out build. Definitely will visit the Slow Roamers sites. Thanks!
The van owner is so talented in so many different ways. Happy Travels ❤
Great video and the only time I can remember you not asking where do they go to the bathroom?! I think it's not a problem! Lol 😂
Safe travels
It slays me that most van builds have a large percentage of plywood. Seems like this must contribute to a large part of the overall weight of the vehicles
Great Video, Thank You Bob!🙏👍
Awesome. He thought of everything. Love, love, love this. ❤❤
I always enjoy watching Bob's interviews with folks and touring their van/home builds. This is another great build. I love the colors of the van; It's really nice. The interior is quite homey as well. Their van is filled with safety and practical features too. Good luck to this couple as you live out your dreams of adventures... and travel well ...and travel safe!
Awesome Video, Brother Bob!!!
That is s nice van . Very well designed, and cozy. I like the added wood stove inside. Great video, Bob.
Enjoy their content. Thanks Bob.
Very nice I like that real well I'm doing a good job
Thank you Bob! We love Alex n Meg n Betty!! Awesome people and storytellers.
Great video, Bob! What a capable van build.
I like these folks Bob, and their video uploads are so cinematic ! Thanks and...
👍 Rock on 🙂.
Great video ! He forgot to mention his flush mount starlink .
Absolutely beautiful. May the good Lord watch over you and your family and friends.
Peace and Love 😊.
Great video Bob! @SlowRoamers, Alex, well planned and well executed! Impressive work! Thanks for sharing! Meg is impressive too! She is such a beautiful and free spirit! You two are great together!
Thats true with that rear axle and tires torquey v8 and clearence you would be amazed of the capability. Im sure that van can cruise a sandy beach no problem. Probly even go up a sand dune. This video allowed me to consider 2wd for my future van build. Them 4x4 could be very expensive and i could probably get a much newer 2wd for same money. I used to have a ford bronco w/ 35s 411 locked rear and i had forgot about how much i was able to do without the 4x4.
Wonderful video. Great explainer. Happy travels to the SlowRoamers. Lovely couple. Thank you, Bob, for all this content. I live my life vicariously through CheapRVLiving. 🙂
What a cool couple ! ❤
Absolutely love this van and so many new things that I'd never heard of in other builds. Appreciate all the info.
beautiful van, lovely couple! Best of luck on the PanAmericana - that is really cool! Is amazing that you are able to go on such an adventure. Best of luck and lots of beautiful experiences I wish for you both. Thanks for sharing, Meg & Alex and Bob!
Thanks so much!😊🙌🏻
Awesome van build❤❤❤❤thanks for sharing Bob❤❤
What an amazing van! So many great ideas and what a beautiful couple. 😊
Thanks so much!
Yay! My favorite YT channel, after CRVL, of course! I picked up my van yesterday and I'll be seeing y'all at the RTR.
Bob! Where do they use the bathroom!?! 😝
What a great design for the space!
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Awesome couple! I’ve already subscribed to follow their journey. Great build!
Lovely couple and home.
Cool tour. Love the bumper!
Great build, thanks for sharing.
Great build and that stove is adorable!
Nice episode! Really appreciated the way Alex talked about many important aspects of the van in a clear way. Safe & lovely travels!
Thanks Amy, there’s lots more info on our channel if you’re interested!
Its Megs world.
He just live in it.
that was lovely! plus to learn how they live since they're all up in the cold winter areas where there's snow, too!
wow! what an amazing van! Thank you for sharing it with us :o)
Such a great build and a handy guy...I need a guy like that.. LOL. Tfs Bob Wells
Great build !!!
Anyone considering a weldtec lift, please do you research. There are better options at a much lower cost but if you are hell bent of spend $5k -$8k on a van lift, go to a custom 4x4 shop. Please don't become another Weldtec victim.
Great interview and tour! The van build is impressive, and I really like the tiny stove idea! Sounds like they have quite the fun adventure planned!
What a great tour. Many thanks.
There’s something to be said for only working enough to meet your needs, as opposed to working and working to accumulate more and more stuff which only becomes an anchor.
👍 it's like a nice built , the mini stove is like a great idea 💪 it's like a good idea and to renew a like old car looks like really good ! 👍 It's like i really like the build !
Great couple, great van!! Did I miss the bathroom!🤔😉🦋
Beautiful build! You thought of everything!
Nice interview. Also enjoyed seeing Rocko and William do a photo bomb appearance
Nice that he gave us a figure about how much he spends a month and that his jobs are just a little more than that.
Do you already know the way to clean the glass is to wad up newspaper and dip in first in water then in the ashes and wipe the interior glass and it will come clean in a minute ( when stove is cool). Then take another piece of wet newspaper to wash off the ashes. Works perfectly.
Great video. So informative and I will def check out Slow Roamers!
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#Grateful 🙏 love you guys, thank you, #mahalo
Gorgeous truck! Great job! Thank you for sharing. God bless you in your travels!!
Nice rig, thanks for the share.
What brand of LSD please?
PowerLoc is the brand.🙌🏻
I’m familiar with Slow Roamer on YT! Very good channel to follow! At least I enjoy it! Thanks for the tour!
I love William and Rocko playing
Beautiful van 🚐
Awesome God bless you both.But,where is the loo and shower?🌺🌺🌺
Sweet couple 🤗👍🏋️♀️🤺☦️
Amazing
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Nice build.
Whaaaahooooo!
Bob, do you miss Alaska? Thanks for all your help, 4 years now solo for me and full time! ❤
Great tour. Thanks
Very nice build,
Yesss been looking forward to this interview! Nice to see the build more in depth. Love the quick connect feature for the water jugs and all the natural wood. @SlowRoamers what is the link to the solar company in Vancouver? ( I didn't see it above)
Really nice van!
Wow awesome setup yall!!
They don't filter their river water??? 😮 I like that, change out the spare every oil change!
love the set up and another cool vid... via china!
Nice!!! 🙂👍
This is wonderful. Any idea of filter type how to connect
Excellent build on the van and beautiful woods installed Would love to do an Alaskan trip I follow Vanity city van life Chrome has a 2 wheel drive Extended height van that's been You need to make a little skid So that the heat Refrigerator refrigerator can escape instead of making a heat sink against the bottom of the fridge Save Travels Great video
I wanted to see the bed all folded down!
Nice clean build and not bloody whitewashed 😂
Hello Bob and friends from Puerto Rico
I see adventure time Loui in the background.
The narrow windows in the rear wall panels , Who is the manufacturer & where can they be purchased. Very nice an appears to be a easy install. Very nice Van build.
I know that puppy dog! William!
HI! When was the video taken?
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