Do I Regret Buying a Pop Up Truck Camper to Live In Full Time? Fall Camping Van Life 4x4
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- Опубліковано 30 жов 2020
- Do I regret buying a Four Wheel Truck Camper? Watch and find out as I take you on a fall camping adventure! Fall in the Sierras is beautiful, let me show you why!
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Fall is one of my favorite times of the year, both the east coast and the west coast are beautiful! The leaves start changing colors, it gets cold and cozy, and then winter arrives and it's beautiful!
What are some of the downfalls living in a pop up camper? I'll show you a few of the things I've noticed in the several months I've been living and traveling in a truck camper as a female.
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Always take The Road Less Traveled Hannah. Robert Frost
I’d Love to get to know you better
Mono and Convict lake👌🏻👌🏻
I WOULD ENJOY GETTING TO KNOW YOU...JIMMY USAF✈️🇺🇸
You have quickly become my favorite "van living" channel. Fun, super intelligent, risk taker, kind, beautiful, and lover of nature, all rolled up into one beautiful lady. Love all the scenic beauties you have shared with all of us!!!
Thanks for the kind words!!=)
Great video! I'm at that fork in the road presently, after living most of my life in the south I've bought the truck and fifth wheel, probably downsize later, sold most of my stuff and hitting the road full time chasing 70 degrees. Do I know where I'm going, what issues there will be, etc. and all of the unknowns? Nope and the uncomfortableness of it is how I know it's the right thing to do. Life is short, live your dreams. Thanks for the inspiration! Safe travels!
Love to hear this, I know the feeling of anticipation - I hope you love it. Thanks for stopping by and happy travels=)
The inspiration and serenity activated by your artistic and meticulous photography of nature deserves a heartfelt thank you, Hannah
As a photographer, my gaze is drawn to a landscape, a scene, a detail, a person that attracts me. Henri Cartier-Bresson spoke of the decisive moment. This is true in photography, in life, and on the path of hiking and exploring.
Two roads diverged in the wood,
and I took the road less traveled by...
And 37 years later, .... She's been worth it. When you journey in twists and turns of life, challenge yourself and someone else to make each other better and the people you come in contact. I appreciate your sensitivity to others and I am going continue to look forward to your words of wisdom. By the way, if you don't want to drive soo far.... Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks is beautiful and well maintained but still gives you the "get away" feeling.
I believe it was Yogi Berra who said, “when you come to a fork in the road, take it!”
No, it was Yogi Bear
My 3rd Fav Yogi Berra line. My absolute favorite is “No one goes there anymore, it’s too crowded”. Hysterical
I take the one “less traveled” when possible.
@@dougsmurray That guy sleighs me.
You beat me to it.
You are doing it the right way Doc! Love your thought process, etc. Nice to see someone enjoying nature as its intended. Very peaceful, stress free :)!! Count me in!
Love the off road versatility of 4x4 pop up truck campers, and their lighter weight, and economy. I do appreciate 4x4 camper vans too though, such as the Mercedes Sprinter, or Ford Transit 2020+. Outsider Vans, and Storyteller are my faves, and I like the Winnebago Revel too. More living space, and nice to have the ability to jump into drivers seat if trouble is about. 😉👍
Yes if you have a 100k for a van.
Hey Hannah, I have been traveling around here in the East taking photos of the Fall colors and I don't see any reason that you would have an issue with coming out to enjoy them as well! I am really enjoying your channel and you invoke my imagination for that life! Thanks so much!
Beautiful I'm exactly like you, I always take The Road Less Traveled. Cheers
Absolutely gorgeous 😍 the mountains,the Meadows and you doesn't get any better than that 💥💯💯
Have lived in the East for over 50 years, and while the fall colors around here are beautiful, I have had the chance to experience fall in the west and found the golden aspen trees to be enthralling. Love the footage of the area you are roaming through, magnificent
When I reach a fork in the road, I usually turn back because there's usually several options you drove right past...
Damn I love the fall. My favorite season. The colors are the main reason. The mild climate, everything about it makes me feel good. Great cinematography.
Thank you=)
I’d recommend adding an Exped Mega Mat Duo 10 (or now there is a mega mat 15) inflatable insulated pad. It’s easy to adjust the firmness, it has an R9.5 insulation factor and it won’t mold like other pads. I love it! I will deflate it halfway and line my hammock too. The 10 sands for 10 centimeters (so around 4 inches), the 15 stands for 15 centimeters. They are so warm and even just relaxing on it warms the whole space, cuz it reflects your body heat back to you. It’s lightweight, easy enough to pack and don’t know why people don’t consider it? Yes, it’s expensive, but so worth the comfort and warmth.
When I first moved to the U.S I worked so hard to buy my first truck and a cheap slide in pop up camper. Lived in there for 1 year... the second month in the u.s(which was supposed to be a 2 month trip) ended up meeting the love of my life which loved the camper... we lived in it for a year... I updated it... We could fit 5 extra people in there if needed with the extra pop up I adapted. Loved it... The first 6 months we loved it... the second 6 months we were addicted to it... ended up working from "home" drove around the whole u.s, hunting... fishing... and loving everyday. Now we own land in 3 different states... a cheap plane, and we built 3 beautiful small identical house in the 3 properties... we own animals... and still... believe it or not, drive that beauty around hahah God is great. ❤️🇺🇲🙌🏻 Keep on dreaming... keep on believing.
Had the same experience about the so called "mattress". Solution, that even saves weight: ExPed self inflating air mattresses (@ REI) Not cheap, but think a "Sleep Number" bed in your camper. It's THAT adjustable and comfy!
I had the exped mega and used it full time as an extra space while in lockdown and had extra kids back home. It did breakdown after about 6 months of full time use. However, I would buy another one because it was so comfortable.
Every video i am torn...what is more beautiful, the scenery or you!
Confidence, beautiful, peaceful. Keep going this good journey
Thanks for showing up your bins they look good in black & yellow (& pink)
I take “the one less traveled, and that has made all the difference.”
ditto!
Frost
Low rd. to get to the lake/river for fishing. High rd. for that fantastic view.
when i get to a fork on the road, first reaction would be to look for the most traveled side then look at the map ;)
then proceed to take the least traveled side :)
I added a memory foam topper to my teardrop trailer bed, 2". It made a world of difference. I love going to bed now, especially on a cold night. I also added a down comforter topped with an existing quilt. My nights are pure bliss and my dog likes it too.
I just found your video on regrets on your pop up. With more than 25 years as as a firefighter I can tell you smoke detectors are not to be installed vertically above or adjacent to a cooking surface! You were correct in your idea of repositioning further away, just keep the vertical height the same or at the highest point and you will be protected and not have as many unwarranted alarms!
Your adventure videos are inspiring, keep up the good work.
7:12 “Minimalist”, Hannah you have a serious case of GO. Compared to other people here in the USA, you know how to enjoy the simple things. Keep at it Dr.
Yes, Yogi Berra did say, "take it." But Robert Frost said "take the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference."
I was going to type it in but you beat me to it. 👏😄
You should re read the entire poem. It doesn't mean what you think it means.
@@cjsoutdoors4412 ya gotta be quick CJ.😆
When I come to a fork in the road, I choose the least traveled path. I found there is much more to learn and discover by taking the more difficult challenges. I have never been one to follow others, I preferer going my own way and that has given me great spiritual rewards. I loved this video.
Great narrative, like the way you cut and edit with very interesting topics. Excellent job Hannah!
When I come to a fork in the road, I tend to pull up a chair 💺 and sit for awhile.
When I come to a fork I take them both!
Beautiful country with a beautiful lady make for a great picture!
I just finished my book “On The Virg” that speaks to and I share different times I lived that experience. Many Blessings! Love your transparency!!
I'm glad that you visited this area of Mammoth Mountain. I have heard about but have never seen the volcanic vents around the Mountain. 👉ALSO, as a truck driver, I too have had the same issue with sleeping on patio furniture type cushions in this Volvo tractor that are NOT comfortable. I searched on Amazon and found some very comfortable air mattresses with a rechargeable 12v air pump included. HUGE DIFFERENCE in the quality of my sleep!👍👍
Hi Hanna, try being in Dolores, Ridgeway and Telluride Colorado in September for a spectacular experience in fall “colors” observation!
Nah, Colorado doesn't have ANYTHING on the EAST coast for foliage season.
love your rig thanks for the demo
I once came upon a fork in the road. Took one by chance, to go up a mountain range. 8 hours later I came down the other option without planning it. Had no maps, no GPS, no signal. Did a loop. Had fun in the River and roads along the range.
Canadian Forces LFCA Driver’s Course 93/02 Motto: “When In Doubt, Go Right.”
Your living my life that i dream.
thanks for sharing ... we're thinking of getting one of this in the future
Beautiful scenes, perfect for AM meditation, with some drone shots, it will be really amazing.
Thanks for taking us to the beyond...
My son one day reached that fork in the road. He was either going to become a Wall Street occupier sitting in the park smoking dope or he was going to make something of his life. So I threw him the keys to my truck and told him let’s go, you’re driving. He replied, “Where are we going dad?” I said, you’ll know once we get there.
We ultimately arrived at the recruitment offices of the military. Once there he again questioned, “What are we doing here?” I said, “You’re going in to talk with the Marine Corp recruiter. My son then when on a long ramble about not going into the Marine Corp, but willing to talk with the Air Force.
Some ten years later, he’s already been in around nine years and likely the best decision of his life.
I don't blame you one bit. I chose to go in the AF (without the help of my Dad) and it was the best decision I ever made in my entire life. Thanks for setting an example for your son and helping "guide" him and refusing to let him sit around and not make something of himself, he will one day thank you.
@@bigcountry9457 one of the best days of my life was his graduation from basic training. He thanked me for making him join the Air Force. I reminded him that I didn’t make him join anything, he chose the Air Force.
@@1960JCRAY That's awesome, congrats again and best wishes too you both!
When nothing's goin Right, go Left😉
I have recently re-kindled my love for fishing during this proverbial “fork in the road”.
I used to have a Four Wheel pop up Grandby, great little camper, the aspen trees there are Awesome, Have Fun
I once found a spoon on the road.
did it have burnt marks on the bottom, if so that was mine
I woulda left that there. Big drug problem in my area.
Choose the road everyone tells you not to take!
Seeing you do this is amazing, it’s my goal to do this in life. Enjoy nature and the views. You have a great setup!
Informative video. Thanks🙂.
Great info Doc 🇺🇸
Mr. G&G! One of my all-time favorites. :)
My worlds collide!!!!!
Mrgunsngear spotted in the wild!
🖐😊
Funny seein you here GG
“When you come to a fork in the road, take it” - Yogi Berra
Very nice review.... Just returned from an 8K trip out west and after the trip decided to get a slide-in popuptruck camper... Found one last night that I'll be picking up in a few weeks...
I always take the “right/ the correct” fork in the road! I know this because, I “MAKE” it the correct fork!
What will you do when the temperatures are below freezing? That camper doesn’t appear to be well insulated. Second concern, how long will the canvas last before it decays or cracks....
Love your video content, nature themes and beautiful scenery!
Options when you hit a fork in the road...right, left, reverse or become a trailblazer(make your own path). 🤯🤭
Nice to know your also Ford tough.🤗
come on we all know what ford really stands 4.
@@kennethsmith8968 that it's tooo good 4 u? Gr8 u finally got it. 🤯🤪🤭
Thank you!!! Enjoy!!!
Good to see you doing so well, Dr Hannah! Congratulations on living the life, fall is beautiful and I do love watching and that you share your lifestyle, so great, camping is very good energy and surroundings, have fun, be safe!
The more I see your videos the more I’m convinced I need to live this lifestyle
Robert Frost comes to mind ...
"Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
Then took the other, as just as fair,
And having perhaps the better claim,
Because it was grassy and wanted wear;
Though as for that the passing there
Had worn them really about the same,
And both that morning equally lay
In leaves no step had trodden black.
Oh, I kept the first for another day!
Yet knowing how way leads on to way,
I doubted if I should ever come back.
I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I-
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference."
Yes 🥰 doc it's fall season cos I fall in love with your life now....tc
Having a piece of land is a very good idea a home base of sorts .
I've been watching a lot of videos on shop/garage type buildings using it as a home base.
It's a good place to change oil, do repairs, modifications, make regular meals, do laundry
or just relax in a larger space for a while.
Yogi Berra said, "When you come to a fork in the road--take it!"
When I see a fork in the road I look around for a spoon or a knife.
thanks for another fun video
Thanks for the info.
I think such a small person as you are needs to have a sweet little dog traveling along with you to keep you company and safe.
When I get to a fork in the road, it's time to eat.
Hannah, you could probably turn that smoke detector board 180*....the screw holes will line up but you might have to turn the lock 180 too. Hope it helps! Always take the fork/road less travelled.
relaxing enjoying the view and more 😊
The Lone Trail by Robert Service: “The Lone Trail, the Lone Trail follow till you die.”
Hmmm a fork in the road...........depends if you want to stay in your comfort zone(in a way), or need a change in your life at the moment.
You can go off the main road for a bit and always turn around if you don’t like it.
I’m not speaking literally, of course. Sometimes you may need to just let go, and see what happens.
Balance in life is the key. Don’t be in control all the time.......because many times, you are not in control, the universe is.
Great information about your truck camper. I have been boondocking across the central and western states. Also up through Canada. British Columbia, The Yukon, Northwest Territories and Yes, Alaska! But , I have been doing this in a tent....Started when i was 50 years old. Now 57. Usually travel for close to 40 days at a time. Maybe about time to upgrade into a truck camper. But i know from experience. Where i camp, i would have to go a route like yourself. Light weight truck camper. Thanks for the Pros and Cons.
Hello again, you are so important. And love the drive you have .. Stay helthy and safe
You do not have to pay property taxes, traveling and living this way.
@David Sherbert So find a state with the lowest tax rate.
Do you choose the path, or does the path choose you ?? Carl Jung said " We meet our Destiny on the road we take to avoid it "
I wonder what Thelma and Louise where thinking? While Flying Thought the Air.. looking at a 500ft drop. ?🤔💩💩💩🤣
@@alexalonso2093 Never seen it....but destiny doesnt mean its what you want, it means Its what youre gonna get..i think.. lol
Hi Hannah. When I come to a fork in the road I park my truck off to the side unload my bike and go pedal for a bit. It doesn’t matter left or right. I find a calm and tranquil spot to sit and hear nature’s, wildly intoxicating sounds. This helps me create more bandwidth and opens my mind to the answer. Powered by Nature. What a great name for a channel. Be well and your videos are RAD!
TJ in ColoRADo
You follow your heart Hannah ❤️
Pick up the fork .Someone may get a flat.
I take the one “less traveled” when possible.
I bough a alumilite trailer 4x6x4 looks and pulls amazing. Holds 40 gallons of water. Generator, propane. Plus’s a lot of extra storage. Carry a wheel lock like the police use when I want to leave it behind. Works great for extended trips and boondocking.
I look forward to you enjoying a good east coast fall weather change!
Unless you spend a lot, no where in the mobility world has a decent mattress
Your rite
“Surround yourself with love, not friends.” - Lil Wayne
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"Walking distance to the Riverwalk"~Dr Suez & Dr Carl🧡BFF
March forward put my heart back in my chest and fight on!!!
Be blessed Yo
Love the videos...you have been to beautiful places.
I don't know about a pop up Camper but this video gave me a pop up.
Had a pop up decades ago, never again. As we age we value comfort more, much more. Why rough it when you don't have to? Anyone can be uncomfortable.
Hanna, you certainly are welcome to come here to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia in the fall. Lots of color! As for your fork in the road question, I'll stick with what Yogi Berra (who spent several days with me aboard the aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE back when I was writing a book about it) said. "Take it!" Love your videos.
Thermarest MondoKing !!
SOooo comfy! It's a thick self inflating air mattress that's as comfy as a real mattress. And it has insulating foam inside so it keeps you warm in cold weather, yet doesn't feel hot in warm weather.
I had a crappy thin foam mattress too, switched to the MondoKing and seriously wake up happy and well rested every day.
When I reach a fork in the road, my life, I pray about it and then trust the Lord knowing no matter which fork I take it will be fine. All things work together for good to those who love the Lord.
Aman
Amen brother!
Dr. Hannah, I would just like to give accolades to the people in your life who inspired you to be the strong woman you have become. They must be proud of you for standing on their shoulders then mounting for flight with the wings of an eagle to become who you are!
Unbelievable beautiful ! Good on you !!
That's scary about the CO2 levels killing the trees! My sister used to tell me about kits you can get to build a cabin or house. You could look into that. I also love the Aspen trees and their colors in the fall! I've gone to the West many times in September because that's when the trees start to get their fall colors! I live in Florida and we get color as well, it is more subtle though.
East Coast is so much better...and honestly, I wish I could find a woman as smart and beautiful
Oh please. Stop sucking up..it's sickening
"Hey, it's your girl Hannah". Imagine her saying that to you in real life.
Dying...
My gawd you losers are thirsty.
@@servicarrider in what way?
@@k2sb20033 Surely you can't be as stupid as you present?
@@servicarrider let us dream🙆♂️
Great video. You are a natural host. Great shots. Very calming watching the scenes. Once again great job!
Fall is my favorite month of the year, too! ; ) ( and a bunch of the others are favorites, too)
I use the fork to eat at the nearby waffle house.
Let's be honest. Fall camping means no more swimming and no bikinis 😔😘
Yup lol.
Yeah, but she still looks stunning.
Very enjoy watching your video
It's amazing place
Beautiful nature
You are one of the Lucky woman in the world i think
Good Luck for you Doc
Greeting from Indonesia
A Coleman inflatable single mattress works great, about half to 2/3 inflated has a lot of give. Really comfortable