The Realities of Boondocking Outside of Boulder Colorado in a Roof Top Tent
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You folks have amazing stamina going through what you do to setup and take down and activities of daily living. I really hope you get your new RV sooner rather than later. You have certainly paid your dues. We appreciated camping in our motor home when we were actively doing that - made me appreciate all of our equipment.
Keep smiling and stay safe!
All jokes aside you guys are real champs. All that rain with the tent would drive many people to a hotel. Great Job hanging in there.
Thats why we all buy trailers, 5th wheels, motorhomes. I tent camped with the kids growing up. I am so done with that, feel your PAIN! That is why we bought a 36 ft class A, I say now let it rain. You will love your new trailer. And long as bears can not climb a ladder, your good. We have had black bears walk thru our campsite at night while outsde. Never bothered us, just scaried the sh@# out of us. They look at us and we look at them and that is about all that has happened. We do not trust them and keep our distance. Thanks guys, have fun!
Really good video of the realities people need to be aware of - very informative and well done. I like your interactions and energy together.
I hope that when you get your new rig, you'll be less reluctant to use water for cleaning dishes, as the paper and plastic you go through presently are a worse offense to environment than water usage is.
Keep up the good work. you're an inspiration!
Loved the camera shot of behind the steering wheel to Chris jumping for joy when she found a great spot! :)
Thanks Brian, that did turn out well!😊
Leadville is over 10,000 elevation and can drop below freezing at night. Camped overnight in a light weight tent and my breath froze to the inside of the tent. Enjoy. Beautiful little town. Friendly people.
That trailer can’t come soon enough. I’m feeling for ya guys!
I did not find you guys on UA-cam till after you got your new trailer. I must say, now I see why you guys were SO Excited to get it. Before I didn't get it, but now I do. Thanks for sharing.
Ha, yes. We can imagine why some of the videos wouldn't make sense. It's starting to all come together. Thanks for watching!
You two are doing great, this camping style takes constant attention, lots of hours per day as well as you are moving a lot. The new rv will be coming soon!
Hope the TT comes sooner than later. I have spent a lot of time camping and hiking in Colorado over 50 years and I have yet to encounter a bear. I have lived in Oklahoma for almost my entire life and have never seen a tornado, either. Be prepared but hope for the best!
I might be just “Scratching the Bucket” but I think a Couple of days in a Hotel/Motel/Lodge/Air-B&B/Hut/Bear Cave would be necessary for Chris and Aaron about now. I agree that the RV probably won’t be ready until November (2022?).
Agree, they sure deserve and need a break from the Tremor.
@@peterfernandezjr5914 No.........not the tremor!
I know you all are in your new rig now, but for future tent camping side trips I would recommend carrying a Jetboil and some freeze dried meals. Next Mile Meals makes some well balanced meals, and Packit Gourmet has some super flavorful meals and lots of "pantry items" (everything from quick cook freeze dried rice and veggies to condiment packets). Makes for handy backup in the rig to. Also for cold, no water meals, whole wheat tortillas and mayo can turn all kinds of other ingredients into something tasty.
Thank you! 😊 good suggestions for future tent camping trips!
Rain and food preparation when tent camping is difficult! Bad memory making pancakes in downpour. In our Roof tent, we found it better to be stationery for few days. Good to see parts of Colorado getting more rain. We're just outside of Denver and rainfall is light here. I'm with Aaron researching bears--the fact they'll go after toothpaste, sunscreen, etc. You really need to be careful to store all your smelly stuff in bear box or cab. One roof tent person told me they stop and cook in one place, then drive to another to sleep. They moved everyday however. It is easy to be concerned about bears, but I've been guilty of over-worrying. We went to Glacier few weeks ago and didn't see any bears, just a paw print from Black Bear! Most bears probably do want to avoid you if they hear you, it seems. It's cool you saw a Moose, though--awesome! Kudos to you doing this full-time--you'll have good times to laugh on later.
You guys are doing great holding in there. Hopefully you get your next few weeks without rain before you get the RV. Loved Chris comment on losing your way sometimes with the workouts and you just need to get back on it as soon as you can. Take care and have a great week
I completely understand the frustrations with the rain. I am from Michigan and every single time I went camping it rained! So frustrating but when it didn’t it was awesome! I could not do the tent camping full time. It’s hard enough on the weekends. When you get your RV you’ll love it even more; no more hanging out in the truck! You found a totally awesome spot!
Another great video from you both. You were a big part of inspiring us on our just completed trip to AZ, UT & CO and now have safely returned to IN. CO was beautiful...no rain at all and the Peaks to Peaks Hwy to RMNP was gorgeous. We have a 1999 Pleasure Way and that van is by far the best vehicle we've ever owned! We were celebrating our 50th Anniversary and we hope you two will do the same in your future together! Bye! Safe travels!
What a great trip!! Happy anniversary you two and wish you many more!! Appreciate the nice note!☺
@@IreneIronTravels Thank You and thanks for replying so quickly! You two are the best!
Way to go and hang in their. Hats off to you guys.. Finally got out full time and it is amazing how the day and days go by. Stay safe and happy travels. Thanks for another great video.
Love the way you keep each other up and positive.
Appreciate you watching!
Thanks guys. I'm trying to motivate myself into a camping trip.
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Set the clam up when you first get there - then at least you can cook in the rain. Just a warning that snow is not far off.
Had the same problem of finding service while trying to settle in to a campsite for a longer period. It was so stressful. We ended up only finding really exposed areas and the sun was just brutal. We finally headed back home in Texas and cut short our property search. Every time we found a little plot of land we liked it sold before we could secure it. What a stressful time. I’m glad y’all found a place to make camp and got a great fresh start. I hope the RV comes sooner than expected for y’all.
Happy for you guys that you found your spots, stay safe....and be aware of others animals.....
I love how Erin is eating and looking everywhere....hope you get uour Rv soon
I love going camping but since I can't go anymore watching your videos is almost like just being there
Thanks 😊 appreciate the comment! Glad we can provide some value and entertainment!
I just bought a Hot Logic and it is awesome. I got the plug in rather than the car plug and an inverted that plugs into the car.
Such a fascinating life that you both live. Thank you for posting/sharing! -Dave from CT.
Thanks Dave! 😊
Please come camp in Southern California... we need the rain
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That's too much work every day. . .thanks for sharing and I hope your new rig arrives sooner than expected! :o)
Wayyy to much!😂
Hang in there. Excited times coming ♥️
You need the wind panels for the clam....they really do help keep the inside of the clam warmer.
We really do! They would've been a huge help!
My daughter and I love your containers - we use them too.
We got a 6x10 cargo trailer and it is definitely a lot of work. 🤞your new setup comes sooner than later. Hopefully your next spot will have more 🌞.
That’s summertime in Colorado, storms every afternoon. Definitely true that you have to take advantage of the good weather while you can.
Monsoon season is a little rough along the front range. Not always best time to be camping out.
Black bears are essentially large raccoons. Don't bother them, they won't bother you.
I'm glad you enjoyed that area I used camp in that area
Awesome camping spot.👍🏻❤️
A week in a tent is about all I can take. It is hard work. Proud of the two of you making it work!!! So glad that you were able to find a spot for internet. It is so smart the way that you plan especially for your meals. I never thought about pre-cracking my eggs and pre-cooking the onions. How long did your eggs keep as pre-cracked? Thank you for the inspiration!
Thanks Joyce! 😊 She just cracked them into the bag to scramble them up without wasting a bowl.....but that could last for a couple days for sure!
@@IreneIronTravels Thank you!
There definitely is a ton of dispersed camping here in Colorado. Rain this year in the hills have been great this year, sucks for camping. Enjoy and be safe.
But good for being able to have campfires when it finally stops. So disappointing when there is a fire ban because of drought. Camping is a crap shoot!
Hello for UA-cam and for you!
Tent living is tough when it’s prolonged like this. When you go into a city, look up an aquatic center or community fitness center to get out of the weather, get a nice workout, and a very hot shower!!
I do suggest a small and cheap pannini/George Foreman grill that your inverter can handle. You can crank on the engine and get at least a hot sandwich in these colder rainy days. One hot meal can make your day!! Keep your spirits up and think about how much more you will appreciate your trailer, it’s going to be DELUXE!!!
That was such a cool warning by that crow. Damn birds are smart.
Your trailer is just a few weeks away! Fingers crossed.
I will always give you credit for telling the truth about your camping and the fact you dont blow smoke up your viewers _sses.... Have my fingers crossed your new rig is ready soon and it comes in without issues... hang in there!!!
I joined Planet F in July prior to a 3 week van (Revel) trip from Denver to Ohio via the U.P. So great to workout/shower on the road. Unfortunately, no locations in central CO where you’re headed. Love your videos, stay strong:)
Hi from Tasmania, Australia!! On your recommendation I bought the camping chair from Amazon Au - the first one got lost in transit so I reordered it - this time it arrived in 3 weeks and I took it camping this weekend - I love it!! I’m glad I persevered with buying it. I have a 6m Sprinter campervan so it fits in perfectly and is really comfortable. Thanks for the travel blog, loved your old van but am looking forward to seeing your new set-up
Hello! 👋 So glad to hear you love the chairs as much as we do! Thanks for watching!
How about tunafish in pouches a little expensive in the pouches! They don't have to be put in fridge ! Or make hard boiled 🥚 ahead of time ! Salad made up a head of time ! Or cook up some bean burger and keep in cool and you can eat them at room temperature or cold on your salad!
Yes! Great ideas! 👍
Good to see you guys! Yep tough to sustain Aaron:) Geewhiz I’m missing IRENE lol I’m just gonna have to get my own van KARMA :) I appreciate you guys for all the great info I get & showing me what’s possible. Could never thank you enough.
I’ll get there! ❣️
Hey M! Good to hear from you as well....hope all is going well!
@@IreneIronTravels I’m great & hurricane IDA’s eye as usual passed right over my hometown Houma, LA. Family made it through like we’ve done all my life.
Glad to hear! You're a survivor!
We have to you guys out to the desert areas where’s there’s a cell signal. You can camp and work, but not shower and use the bathroom.
Fatal bear attack in Montana in town because it was seeking easy access to food. Bears are everywhere-. Being bear aware means you do everything you can to keep yourself as safe as possible utilizing all the recommended precautions-and then hope you’re lucky enough to never have to worry about it.
I feel for you on the rain. Here in Dillon we had 50% above average for the 5 weeks starting July 1st. For 5 weeks since August 7th we are down to almost nothing!
Feast or famine! 😂
Thank you for sharing this interesting video with me!!! BS & BK
Thanks for watching,Larry BS & BK!😊
Just like getting used to the van ♥️
Another excellent video but I was really hoping for some on camera bear sightings. That’s a lot of storage containers loading out the cooler for the next trip to the grocery store
There is a great campground out by Hartsel, CO. At 11 Mile State Park. Cell service is good. Beautiful views and quiet.
You don't need to be so worried about bears. Get your self a can of bear spray and a couple of bear bells they are small and don't weigh much. And you just put them on your pack or even your shoes and that sound is enough to scare the bears away from you. And maybe get yourself one of those small compressed air horns to keep around camp just in case a bear comes around.
My understanding of bear philosophy. I could be wrong, here is what I understand. Bears should be scared of people. So. You play some music, howel at the moon occasionally, bang some pots and pans so all the wildlife around you knows you are there. Don't leave out any food or dishes and hang your garbage from a tree. If a bear loses their fear of people, they will be euthinized, so you are doing them a favor by scaring them away and not providing them with any food.
Another great video
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Come on now~who doesn’t just ❤️you guys.
Telling ya I’ll be here for when you hit 100k subs!
Take Care
Safe Travels ~
🐻 =that’s a bear lol 🤔
Thanks JJ! 😊🐻
Hopefully next video will report a break in the weather, although, great attitude. Hope it's only 3 weeks. Take Care
Enjoyed the video and the reality of daily living while boondocking. I was expecting you've got more exciting suspenseful stories to share while talking about bears, that's why Ive stayed to finish the video. We all know how it feels to pack and unpacked, not really excited to see that chore but its reality. Next time camp near a stream for access to water & wildlife . Looking forward to your next Travel adventure.
Thanks! We thankfully didn't come face to face with a bear! But Colorado is certainly beautiful!
Okay fine! Most of us are wimps! But boy are you going to enjoy your new rig! Some of us will never know that level of relief from deprivation.
I will be pleased when you move into your trailer as it all looks so awful. Maybe consider 2 days in a travel lodge ?
Better to be bear aware, than bear brunch. I think a nice flare gun might be another line of defense, as a supplement to the spray.
Arron I use racket tie downs to one bike at each end so my bikes don’t sway from Side to side.
That's a great idea, thanks Ray!
Aaron, do you have an anti-rattle hitch stabilizer? It should settle down the bike rack movement. Also, removing the batteries will reduce the weight and help. Chris, we bought those same containers for our trailer fridge, based on your original recommendation! It’s great seeing how you two are working through this and still taking advantage of the opportunities to see some great country!
I tried to get one, but our GIANT 3 in receiver needs two sleeves inside to get down to the 2in bike rack. The rack it self has loosened a bit from the 10k plus miles we have on it....
@@IreneIronTravels Ah, I understand. E-Trailer has a 3” to 2” to do it in one step, and I bet they have an anti-rattle suggestion. They appear to have a pretty knowledgeable staff, so it mine worth a call. Of course I know your needs are going to change in about 8 weeks!
With the RV trailer; you'll have enough room inside to do your excersise.
ahh I was wondering how you were feeling having to set up the tent, etc. as compared with the ease of the van already set up.. I get it there are trade-offs.. Love your channel and appreciate your honesty.. ALSO inspired to do some work-outs on my own over the last 4 months on the road. Feeling so much better! ... quick question - what do you use for internet? We have spent at least 75% of our time with zero connectivity (and have put my business on hold bc of it). thanks! happy travels!
Thanks Kathi! And way to go on uping your exercise!!😁💪
We use a unlimited Verizon jetpack with a small MIMO antenna. Works great all over the country, but we do use campendium cell report to make sure there is signal. We also have t mobile cell phones we can hot spot as well
@@IreneIronTravels sweet! thank you so much.. I didn't know about compendium's cell filter with membership... now I do! happy travels.. looking forward to seeing your upcoming mods for your new home on wheels.
It was a very beautiful spot. I have a question : why dont you put bucket or other containers outside when it's raining to keep water ? You could probably harvest a significant amount of water like that. Also why dont you built your ouside living room to protect your equipment ? Hope you'll get your new RV asap. Take care. A bientôt 😉
Thanks Pivoine! Thats a great idea with the water harvesting! Excpecially with all the rain we've been getting! We do have our screen tent up now to help protect from the weather. New RV next week....🤞A bientot! (Now you're giving us flash backs from our trip to Paris! Thank you! 🙏 🤩)
Great video! What brand of truck bed cover do you have on your truck?
Thanks! It is from BAK and is call the Revolver x4s amzn.to/3DDZOxh
Can you share the brand of the containers you use for your veggies. I like the clasp on the lid.
Yes, they are called Rubbermaid Brilliance amzn.to/3lBmWFH
All of the warnings about bears are so people don’t create nuisance bears. Nuisance bears many times have to be destroyed before they get a chance to hurt someone.
Very good point 👍
I pretty much only camp in bear country these days. Park Hosts in areas will tell you if there are nuisance bears, dumpster bears, etc. it’s always good to know so if you run across a host or ranger, ask and see what the local bear situation is like.
Hey guys, with those two large bikes, do you use the XL or XXL ProBikeTool cover? thanks.
Hey 👋
We use the XL two bike cover "travel style". It's a tight fit, but works great. It seems to go in and out of stock quite a bit!
So I take it there wasn't much hiking because of bears lol? If you watch Foresty Forest videos he goes backwoods in Canada and parks where they have signs warning of Grizzly's. But I don't blame you I'd be scared too.
20/20 hindsight still makes me think that you should have just rented a pop-up trailer until the RV trailer arrived.
Yeah..maybe! In a different market we would have probably bought something cheap and re sold at the end of the summer! But....soon enough we'll be in the new rig!
Let’s get a tent! It’ll be fun. Go out and see the forest. Visit the bears. Yippie kiyiyay!
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Great sound track while setting up your camp. Please provide name of song and artist.
Oh, great reference to SNL, “more cowbell!”
Thanks! www.epidemicsound.com/track/QbYwOQ6I0m/
Yeah, camping in the rain is no fun. We really do not like setting up or tearing down in the rain. Steamy in the truck.....Christine wondered if you were watching Titanic. Haven’t seen any bears.....oh they are out there. Just practice good food safety/storage and get some bear spray.
Yup, that about sums it up! Titanic...hmm maybe we should watch that tonight! 😊 We always have the bear spray handy for sure and we sleep with it!
Will moving less often help with the pack up and down getting old for you?
Yes, we slowed down quite a bit after this!
Don’t let Aaron watch the UA-cam video from You Me & the RV from about a month ago… a bear broke broke into their tow vehicle! 😳
😳 Oh no! That would certainly be scary!!
It's almost better for peace of mind once you finally run into a bear. The mystery is more stressful than the reality. I used to have mountain lion anxiety until ran into one while hiking. It wanted nothing to do with me. Then I read that there's only been like 120 attacks in the past 100 years, mostly on unsupervised children.
For sure! We all have that fear of the unknown.... and it can be powerful!
Have you grown to hate the tent yet. I sense dejection 😆
It's getting tough for sure! But, we're getting excited for the new rig SOON!
Can tell you are getting frustrated with the tent. I hope your trailer is ready soon.
I hate to tell you this, but word in the national bear community is that they have their eyes on Aaron. 😂😂😂
🐻😳 oh nooooooooo! 🤣🤣🤣
Do you know Brazil?
Yes!
Bears don’t like pinesol
Ohhh...good to know!
Dilute with water in a spray bottle and spritz it here and there around campsite.
More cowbell…🤣😂🤣
😂😂 Thanks Kelley!
Lets hope nobody pulls up playing loud Zither Music all night. That will drive anyone out.
When are you getting your new Outdoors RV 22FQS? I'm waiting for the same trailer.
We are hoping very soon! We're trying to put out an update video tomorrow... we had some delays.
You'd feel much more comfortable going into the backwoods with some protection 👉...🔫
why not get a better way to make money or you could get a job that actually pays money. and you could still live in a car or truck or van if you want. Best of luck
I'm not sure what you mean?
Way off the mark man! What planet are you from? 😜
It is hard to find boondocking here in TX so I usually go to Corps Of Engineers campground.
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