It is NOT supposed to be this Comfortable - EcoFlow Wave 2
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- Опубліковано 20 лип 2024
- I finally found a perfect campsite with shore power to try the new EcoFlow Wave 2, which means I can use some of my power-hungry appliances. Despite improving my cooking skills, I still managed to botch my dinner tonight. Can you believe a steak can be dry and tender at the same time?
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As I reflect on my mistakes, I want to discuss how to deal with regrets. Sometimes things don't go as planned, and that's okay. It's important to learn from your mistakes and move on, rather than dwelling on them.
But let's be honest, this isn't really camping, it's more like glamping. That's why I decided to try out the new EcoFlow WAVE 2 portable HVAC unit, and it spoiled me with cool air during the heat of the day and warm air at night, helping me maintain a perfect 72F inside my minivan camper.
So, join me as I explore the great outdoors, and share my experiences of camping with all the modern comforts that make it a true adventure.
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Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:18 Shore Power
3:20 Today's Menu
4:17 EcoFlow Wave 2 Intro
8:19 Minivan Camper Plans
10:35 Wave 2 I'm NOT Convinced
13:08 EcoFlow Wave 2 Setup
19:40 Dealing With Regrets
24:29 Keep the Bugs AWAY
26:34 Channel Goals
27:45 RV Trailers Require Skill
29:36 Need to Stay Comfortable
30:28 Stealth Curtains
Minivan Camping Mishap & I Don't Regret It - Наука та технологія
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I don’t usually comment on those I follow. I am this time because I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your honesty, quality of vlogs/videos (I’m not sure what the correct description is), and generally great entertainment. You are very helpful to me. Thank you for sharing your experience!!!!
I really appreciate you sharing theses thoughts. Thank you so much. I’m glad you get some value out of these videos.
Gotta love that minivan camping life!!
It’s a fun way to enjoy the outdoors.
Great video and channel. I always learn a lot form the content. Stay safe in your adventures.
Thanks! Glad you get something out of it.
Love your efforts and honesty at what life gives you.
Learned to live with my regrets.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. I enjoyed thinking about that part of the video, but most folks skipped it. So, it’s tough to have a genuine conversation on social media. I’m glad you’ve learned to live with everything.
Two words..... "Duct Tape". (grin) Never leave home without a roll.
Thanks for the video, Good Stuff as usual.
That a my style. I picked up another adapter and plan to tape it up next trip.
Have a near identical van set up (thanks to you) and have been looking at this AC setup. Just trying to figure out the exhaust through the window. Thanks for the work! Another great video.
That’s awesome to hear. I’ve gone back and forth with the two hose configuration. I really can’t tell a difference either way.
1st time viewer, 4 year van dweller. Came here for the Wave2 review and you did not disappoint!! I currently have a Hisense portable electric air conditioner that takes up more room than the Wave2, but I hope to replace it ASAP. I already have an Ecoflow Delta Max to run the Wave2, and just ordered a 12v cable to run it while I'm driving (vehicle a/c is DOA and way too much to fix) so I'll have a dual purpose cooler for both being parked and driving. I have 2 cats with me, and my primary concern is how to keep them safe in hot weather, if I don't have access to shore power (say, at the grocery store, gas station, etc on hot days). I absolutely loved what you did with venting out the window!! My hose for the Hisense has a hard plastic fitting on both ends, so I put one end out the window as you did, roll up the glass to hold it in place, and then I got a large scrap of foam rubber from an upholstery shop and it fills the rest of the gap, which is about 4-5". I call it my redneck a/c. Hoping the Wave2 will make a better statement 😅 I'm really excited by the fact you can use it for heating as well. That would eliminate yet another small appliance currently on board. Could I suggest a small edit-- at the 10 min mark in the description it says something like Wave 2 NOT...I forget the rest, but you were actually talking about the instapot at that point and not the Wave2. I was so relieved to discover that! Looking forward to checking out more of your content. Keep it real!! 👍👍
Hi Sophie, welcome, and thanks for the catch on the instant pot error. I’ll take a look at it soon when I get back to a computer. I hope everything works out with the setup.
I liked your thought regarding regrets. I think we all have thoughts that pop up but it's important to put them in perspective.
Thank you for your video.
I am not sure why, but the EcoFlow 2, which I have had for a year, has been one of the only intimidating piece out of all of my equipment, and I have not used it yet because I don’t understand it, or how to set it up in my SUV, which end goes where, and how to hook up the newer alternator to it. Can you also tell me what is the silver thing called you placed out of the window and were you using the bug block to help hold it up ? Any advice is appreciated, I am not used to doing anything remotely mechanical, and have never been camping, but am really looking forward to it, and yes I am a girl that has to google or YT these type of things .
Good to have more storage
For sure. Thanks for stopping by!
You could easily get some corrugated plastic trace and cut your very back windows that wing out the arm easy pops off and goes back on so you could use it manually . I am VERY interested in the wattage use and performance like a though review. Thanks for the video
That is a fascinating idea. I might try to open the back window like that soon. Then I could use the intake vent as well.
I have a Afghan pressure cooker I use for the campfire love a good beef stew in the woods you might like them for sights with no power.
Is that something you heat up over the fire? Sounds interesting.
@@OffGridAdventure yes you heat it on the fire you can just though in a bag of dried beans some potatoes and meat a few spices some water and your good to go
Yummy! When's dinner? Great review of the air conditioner/heater.
I enjoyed making this video and it wasn’t originally intended to be a review. But, it seems that the AC topic performed well at that time.
I 'd rather to have 2 fans opening up then the air condition that you have too much work. For the instant pot thing, it seems amazing easy and fast to have a not bad meal. Thanks for your information!
That makes sense. I have a full review of the Wave 2 ready to publish soon, and I mention a second fan to augment when the Wave 2 is in eco mode.
Truly enjoyed your Video…thank you so much for the detail info and for taking the time to edit for our enjoyment…I have been thinking about getting an instant pot recently myself, and have looked for the Wave 2 also…though can’t find the Wave 2 available in the U.K. hopefully it will become available here soon..the instant pot is available and you have convinced me to get hold of one…I look forward to going through more of your Vids…I’ve Subscribed and liked too…Brian…watching in the U.K.
Welcome to the channel. Thanks for stopping in! It launches here in the USA today, but I’m not sure when it will launch in Europe.
@@OffGridAdventure thanks…I will keep a look out online from time to time.
Auto start and stuff covering roof like dollar panels and rhino rack keep it cool in van. I want to see test of your ac in 90 to 100 degrees. I like checking out other products especially when it doesn't cost me. Smooth VANTASTIC video.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience.
Please explain dollar panels and rhino rack 🤨🤔
Airborne infantry. Love it. Thanks for the vid.
Dewalt cordless tan and I have the gutter guards in the two middle windows working as vent screens
I tried the gutter guards last year, but gave up on them. They fit perfectly, but didn't let a lot of air through.
I looked at InstaPots for camping - I am not sure whether a small air fryer is more useful?
I guess it depends on what your goals are. I haven’t tried an air fryer yet.
I would add a little bit of broth or liquid. I cook short ribs in mine alot and add liquid. I cook them for like 25 min in broth or water then brown and baste with bbq sauce in a oven. But adding liquid will always soften them up same as a crockpot. So remember it’s not how long, It’s how much liquid.
I want to get the wave2 if i don't get a hybrid sienna due to the price. I was thinking of installing a maxi fan on top so can't you just use both the inlet/outlet of the wave2 through that fan opening on top for stealth instead of through your passenger window? When are you going to do the wave2 review?
If I had a sunroof, I would vent through that. I think a maxi fan could work perfectly. I didn’t use an intake hose, but I know it could be more efficient with one pulling ambient air. In a perfect world, I would get a Sienna Hybrid as well. With a sunroof. But, I wouldn’t need any HVAC with that setup.
I plan to put one out around 15 May.
I plan on buying a vehicle when I retire in a few years. My plan is the hybrid sienna just for the air and heater so I can camp in it too.
U go for it. Build it out...
I would love to see it.
If u have over cooked steak, I put them in eggs and cheese omelet. Can't really tell it over cooked.
Great idea. The second steak tasted juicier. It has the juices from cooking and almost seemed like it was absorbed
Love your life. Have you used zero breeze? It's also an air conditioner and I've heard it's more lightweight. I'm thinking about it.
I have. Here’s a video I made with it last year. Surviving a Heatwave in a Minivan Camper - Zero Breeze Air Conditioner
ua-cam.com/video/9BR07bN3DEU/v-deo.html
Now I want steak! How much was the camp site per night? Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.
That site was around $15 per night. The sites with electric hookups were around $25 per night.
@@OffGridAdventure Thank you for your reply.
Good video 👍 Ty4Sharing
Thanks for stopping by!
You have to add a cup of water or fluids to pressure cook. :) Thanks for the video!
I completely messed up that meal.
Looks like you didn't shut
Your steam valve on cooker.
Do you think that is why it took so long to heat up? It eventually built steam, but took a long time.
@@OffGridAdventure I did that one time as well you need liquid in there at least a cup to cup and 1/2 in order to build up steam and pressure cook (no liquid no pressure) Hello from Pa.
@@OffGridAdventure maybe some beef broth instead of water?
Should have probably not paused the video in case you figured it out for yourself but the main reason to let things cool down before putting them in your fridge is not to bring the temp of your fridge down. So you may have lowered the temperature of your fridge causing it to work harder to get back to optimal chill temp but other than that, it's ok.
That’s an excellent point. The food was certainly still hot when I put it away.
Absolutely💙💜💚🇺🇸
Do you have to use a hose? In a lot of there marketing it doesn't have it? Thanks
Not necessary. But, the machine does accumulate some liquid without it. So, I recommend using it when possible.
@@OffGridAdventure Thanks!
Can you operate the Wave 2 and charge it's attached battery with AC at the same time?
Yes. The unit only pulls around 550w while running. So, it will charge with the remainder of around 700w while hooked up.
do you have to have the battery to run on shore power ?
No.
Great video, but my friend encountered numerous issues with this unit. There were problems with leakage, insufficient cooling ability, and it was way too bulky to be considered a portable AC. She returned it and is currently waiting for a refund.
Sorry to hear that. It’s a very specific item. And it does generate a lot of moisture.
I built a panel out of corrugated plastic and installed 2 dryer vents and they fit the hoses perfectly. the panel slides into the window channel and then i have a additional strip about 2 inches that makes an over hang between the bottom of the panel and the window once it is rolled up to hold the panel in. Works like a charm. the dryer vent for the exhaust side has a flapper i left in it, on the intake side i removed the flapper and installed some filter media.
That sounds like it works perfectly. I think I’ll need to try something better as the summer heats up to make the system more efficient.
I love the corrugated plastic. I use for alot of projects💙💜💚🇺🇸
What is the make/model of your AC/heater?
Hi, that is the EcoFlow Wave 2. I’m testing it out for a review in a few weeks.
Thank you. I'll watch for that video
Where did you get those window covers from?
Hi, they’re from Amazon. Here’s the link: www.amazon.com/dp/B07HYXZYMN/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_KR0R8TJETXMK5FBMM0FG?linkCode=ml2&tag=offgridadvent-20
@@OffGridAdventure the reflective ones that you put in all the windows. Where did you get those from?
Don't buy this thing. the battery need the top part (36Lb) main machine to charge the add on battery. So, wherever you need to charge the battery, you need to bring the top part. Just don't understand why the battery is detachable for no meaning. They don't have an individual charger for the add on battery. the designer is out of mind. Don't make sense.
I bought the MK2 last summer and just got the Wave2 this summer. The Wave2 is way bigger than the MK2. The design of the MK2 is so cool; it feels like a legit portable air conditioner. Their AC and battery come with nice grab handles.
For $2000 I'm not that desperate!
After watching this video, there are a few points about Wave2 that caught my attention: The accompanying battery cannot be charged separately; it must be connected to the air conditioner to charge. This is particularly troublesome and unreasonable. When I deplete the battery of the air conditioner outdoors and want to charge it, I have to carry the entire air conditioning unit with me. Keep in mind that this adds up to a weight of 50 pounds. Wow, 50 pounds! What does that have to do with portability? For me, portability is a crucial factor to consider, and I might choose Zero Breeze instead. Their product weighs less than 30 pounds, which is half the weight of Wave2, and can be easily lifted with one hand.
I’ve tested the Zero Breeze and was not a big fan of it. It just never caught up with the heat.
Next time you can grill/sear the steak in the instant pot until it's good to eat, take it out, put it in the tupperware, seal it. Cook the potatoes or whatever else you want in the instant pot. Then open the instant pot, warm the steak you're going to eat on top of the potatoes or whatever else you cook by placing it on top of it and closing the pot while it's already off. Enjoy 🙂
I think cooling your food came when folks used ice boxes. You should put your food in the cooler right away.
That makes sense. Someone else said that hot food can raise the temperature of the rest of the fridge.
@@OffGridAdventure Hot food will sour. You need to cool it off before you put it into any cooler.
Does your light-up end extension cord light stay on❓I need complete black-out to sleep and the slightest little light will keep me awake all night. Thank you for your reply.
It stays lit when the power is on. I don’t really notice it. But, the lights on the power station turn on occasionally and that is bright.
if you have to ask how much, maybe it isn't in any way affordable? Even the websites hide how much it costs. I think I saw $1100
It’s not exactly cheap.
$2000 at HDepot, 1400 Amazon. 😱
👍🙏👏New sub from FL.
Nice! Thanks for stopping by.
Have you considered using Pinterest to find recipes? :)
I actually tried Pinterest and actually started an account at some point. I forgot all about it until now.
@@OffGridAdventure Pinterest is my inspiration when it comes to food and Minecraft. Two wildly different parts of my life, but helpful nonetheless :)
looks so big, i feel zero breeze mark2 is more portable
Here’s my Zero Breeze video from last year: Surviving a Heatwave in a Minivan Camper - Zero Breeze Air Conditioner
ua-cam.com/video/9BR07bN3DEU/v-deo.html
Bro got the two hoses and didn’t know how to use them 😪
Blimey, you're spoilt over there with shore power. In the UK our campsites are either 10amp or 16amp, that's it!
We’re also 110v so, it’s essentially the same amount of power.
OK, didn't think of that!
Unless someone else travels with you, YANK THAT FRONT SEAT OUT and you got more room.
I recently looked cared at the seat and decided to leave it in. I’ll lose some of the stealth capabilities without the seat there. Right now, if someone walks by they see the empty seats. If I pull it out, then it will no longer look normal.
tesla camp mode will blow your mind bud….
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Pot the oil in a ziplock bag
That’s a good idea in case it leaks. Luckily, it hasn’t happened yet.
men can you send me one power station we are having bad power cuts in Africa but I can give you an address in USA then they forward to me 🙏
Glamping in a Tesla or other EV is easy, Tesla's have a camping mode that runs the climate control all night with little impact. So the Tesla version of Wave2 is only 50K 🤣
Maybe they’ll send me one to test out for a year or two.
To much trouble to set up
It’s definitely not for everyone. But, I don’t mind setting it up.
Do you camp in a tent? That's what I call too much trouble 😅 and if you want to be comfortable, it's really not too much trouble at all. 😉
I think this video would have done a lot of justice had you left alone the other stuff like the instant pot and went straight to the review of the AC since a lot of people are looking forward to the AC since it’s not even available to the public yet. Once the AC is reviewed, then do everything else.
Hi, I have a full review ready to publish soon.
it has no power at all. no good tips about how to use it correctly, so I will not be purchasing from this company again.
Did you try one and have issues with it?
smoke some good weed while you adventure 🌬️🍁
Not my thing. But, I understand what you’re saying.
I respect it brother step two now 🍻cheers from California