Adventure Van Man Meetup Quartzsite AZ. Varla Eagle One E-Scooter

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  • Опубліковано 4 лют 2022
  • I head out to Quartzsite AZ for the Adventure Van Man meet.
    Varla Eagle One E-Scooter: varlascooter.com/?var=18
    Jackery 1000 power station: amzn.to/3AFoAwV
    Joy Tutus DC refrigerator: amzn.to/3r6RumC
    Amazon Basics Outdoor Zero Gravity Folding Reclining Lounge Chair with Pillow. I got mine at Sportsmans Warehouse but this is similar: amzn.to/3gqHgaB
    Kuhn Rikon Pressure cooker: amzn.to/3osOAqG
    O'neal Pro III knee guards: amzn.to/3IzNjpo
    EVS Option elbow guards: amzn.to/35w4IRF
    100% Full Face Helmet: amzn.to/3Hj7eZt
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  • @terryburns8917
    @terryburns8917 2 роки тому +8

    Steve, keep some videos coming please. I always enjoyed watching your videos and listening to you is relaxing. You were gone for so long I didn’t know if you were going to ever come back or not.

  • @jeffb2456
    @jeffb2456 2 роки тому +1

    Good to see you and Headly Steve.

  • @dvdvno
    @dvdvno 2 роки тому +2

    The scene around the fire reminded me of the film I, Robot, when the obsolete robots just started grouping together. So peaceful. Great video, as always.

  • @marketinginmass
    @marketinginmass 2 роки тому +2

    Hey Steve! It was very cool to see two of my favorite UA-camrs in one video!

  • @zonacrs
    @zonacrs 2 роки тому +1

    Nice to see you posting again! Thanks for sharing the meetup.

  • @jodipuentes6306
    @jodipuentes6306 2 роки тому +1

    I love coming across videos from this gathering! I kept looking for me / my truck in your video.... No luck! Agree with how you described like minded people gathering all to meet Brian. Great group!

  • @JDOff-Course
    @JDOff-Course 2 роки тому +3

    Really enjoyed the vid and seeing the meetup. I follow you and Brian’s video adventures. So glad to see people getting together and talking about all things camping. Looks like the scooter did a good job for you! Thanks for the vid and all the work it takes to make them for us. 😃

  • @petermccarthy3046
    @petermccarthy3046 2 роки тому +2

    2 of my favorite introvert U tubers!

  • @eddiet4708
    @eddiet4708 2 роки тому +1

    Passing those big rigs are always heart wrenching when you're in an underpowered car, whether you have time to kill or not it's better late than never and better safe than sorry. As for a solo camper your 4runner is the way to go, I prefer a SUV like yours over a pickup truck with a camper shell built. As always looking forward for more videos from you. Thank you and stay safe.

  • @bambihargrove6499
    @bambihargrove6499 2 роки тому +1

    Loved the 🐎 🐴 so funny. TYSM happy u had a good time.

  • @rusellwood3270
    @rusellwood3270 2 роки тому +2

    Glad to have your videos back.

  • @ChicksThatFix
    @ChicksThatFix 2 роки тому

    Super nice to see you! I see I missed your last video. Can’t wait to watch it

  • @keenosaabi4530
    @keenosaabi4530 2 роки тому +1

    hey that's me on the left at the fire ring. it was good to meet you, i've watched a few of your vids but didn't realize it was you.. safe travels.

  • @zenzen9131
    @zenzen9131 2 роки тому +2

    I've been following you and Brian for ages :)

  • @cheneybros
    @cheneybros 2 роки тому

    I've been watching Brian for several years and found your channel because I was watching his....cheers!

  • @gypsyways203
    @gypsyways203 2 роки тому +1

    So excited to see you back on UA-cam.

  • @RickRose
    @RickRose 2 роки тому +3

    Steve I've been watching Brian's channel a bit longer than yours but not by much. You two are the only van-lifers I've really stuck with, so you do have something in common!

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +3

      That feels good to know. I been gone so long, didn't think anyone would be here.

    • @RickRose
      @RickRose 2 роки тому +2

      @@XplorerSteveDIY BTW--Here's another thing you have in common with Brian: You don't spend all your screen time begging for money. You actually provide content. Cheers!

  • @mikemann4222
    @mikemann4222 2 роки тому

    I loved the galloping horse sound effect when using the scooter. LOL😂

  • @jamescabaniss5857
    @jamescabaniss5857 2 роки тому

    I bought a small scooter with fat tires to take to the desert in Utah in my RV. It did not work out at all. It road ruff, slid all over the place, and was terribly underpowered. But it was my first electric vehicle and since then I have gone nuts. I bought an eBike soon after, then another eBike, then an eCar and i love them all. Now I want an eVan to convert to an RV! I have also gone solar crazy building power stations and solar panel setups.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      I did the same thing with the E bikes and E cars. I was surprised about the scooter my 2 Wheel Dr. is pretty capable. I have some knobby tires in a box that I plan to put on it they are about twice as wide.

    • @jamescabaniss5857
      @jamescabaniss5857 2 роки тому

      @@XplorerSteveDIY Bty, I am also on the 8/24 fasting except I am trying to do 6/24. The hardest part is I also gave up sugar, that one is tough. I eat meat, but only as a condiment (exception is the obligated occasionally hamburger).

  • @elflordsjourneys
    @elflordsjourneys 2 роки тому

    So many different ways to be a nomad, all just enjoying the freedom we have.😀🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @kabzak
    @kabzak 2 роки тому

    I am glad that you are posting videos again. I always enjoy watching your videos and appreciate the content. Thank you sharing and please keep them coming.

  • @darrellbrixey5341
    @darrellbrixey5341 2 роки тому

    Awesome video Steve

  • @cooldesertknight9013
    @cooldesertknight9013 2 роки тому +1

    I'm glad your travel videos are back. Hurraaaaaaaay :)

  • @craigcottingham35
    @craigcottingham35 2 роки тому +1

    Nice to see you back Steve.🙏❤️. Strange thing with notifications. They don't always work
    😢

  • @calmperson101
    @calmperson101 2 роки тому +1

    Wooooh! Yay! for new episode!!! Cheers!!!

  • @peanutstar
    @peanutstar 2 роки тому +3

    The return of a Legend!

  • @markreynolds3850
    @markreynolds3850 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing this video, very interesting and informative.

  • @galardmills5306
    @galardmills5306 2 роки тому

    Happy to see your teaser about Boulder City.
    We love to have tourists visit our businesses.

  • @JohnDoe-xm9ql
    @JohnDoe-xm9ql 2 роки тому +2

    Steve's back...🍾👏👍

  • @anitasimmons3599
    @anitasimmons3599 2 роки тому +1

    Great to see a video from you. Brian would be one of the UA-camrs I would enjoy meeting too. I love your 4 Runner, I is a mansion compared to my Jeep Patriot. You have to be verticality challenged to sleep in my build... If you could call it a build. After several years of searching, we finally found a class B van that is perfect for my husband and I. Now if the last part will just get here so we can take it out on our first trip. We drove over 200 miles to purchase it and we had to drive back on old dryrotted tires and questionable suspension. Good thing it was not hot and we could take our time. Thank you for another great video. Safe travels.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      Ha. Reminds me of picking up my Xplorer in AZ. Glad I made it home.

    • @anitasimmons3599
      @anitasimmons3599 2 роки тому

      @@XplorerSteveDIY I was thinking your van likely was in similar condition when you purchased it. The interior of ours is in almost new shape though, and the kitchen is equipped. The cabinet doors are solid oak though and the cabinet veneer is intact. We can't wait to get started on taking trips.

  • @lrgubaton
    @lrgubaton 2 роки тому

    Where am I gonna sit, now that you took out my seat? Guess I'm just gonna have to sit on your lap...
    Missed Ya!
    Glad your back!

  • @fixerofthings
    @fixerofthings 2 роки тому

    Good to see you and your videos again. You are the Marty Zoffinger of camper vanning.

  • @chippitychoppity399
    @chippitychoppity399 2 роки тому

    Glad you’re posting again.
    You inspired me to convert my ride into a micro camper last year. I even copied your window covers for stealth. Much easier than dragging my travel trailer around. Safe travels man!

  • @33allpro
    @33allpro 2 роки тому

    Happy to see your making videos again.

  • @stuartstuart866
    @stuartstuart866 2 роки тому

    Cool, you’re posting again. Those gravity chairs are a nice alternative to camp chairs. I’m looking forward to camping at Boulder Beach after my wife recovers from shoulder surgery, it’s my favorite local campground and since they have no power, gives me a chance to play with my solar equipment.

  • @johnquest3102
    @johnquest3102 2 роки тому +1

    Luv ya both, guys! Great vids and travels!

  • @Colorado4x4Van
    @Colorado4x4Van 2 роки тому

    Two of my favorites! Looks like you're out of town, but if you get back, Wendy, Sam and I will be in Vegas Tuesday and Wednesday (8th and 9th) if you want to meet up! Good seeing you on here again!

  • @SilverTurtle65
    @SilverTurtle65 2 роки тому

    Great to see you back out there. It’s been awhile since I’ve seen your videos. Safe travels.

  • @tomallen1725
    @tomallen1725 2 роки тому +1

    Good to see you, liked the video and scooter!

  • @Torin_by_the_Ocean
    @Torin_by_the_Ocean 2 роки тому

    I enjoyed this. Thank you. 🙂

  • @mrc551
    @mrc551 2 роки тому

    Lovely video❤️ thank you!

  • @kathleengrieci2539
    @kathleengrieci2539 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the tour....

  • @jeffwrinkle575
    @jeffwrinkle575 2 роки тому

    I follow Brian to. Great video being at his gathering.

  • @ogitakasi3030
    @ogitakasi3030 2 роки тому

    Nice to see you again!

  • @PLUTON9475
    @PLUTON9475 2 роки тому

    Keep on trucking!! ❤💪

  • @ddeltres
    @ddeltres 2 роки тому

    glad your back.

  • @huckleberrychris
    @huckleberrychris Рік тому

    But Shyanne (my puppy) wasn't asked if she could be on utube. I was in the red Chevy Silverado with red canopy. That was Paul that asked about your bike.

  • @agoodlife2
    @agoodlife2 2 роки тому

    Missed your videos, welcome back

  • @samsungtaco11
    @samsungtaco11 2 роки тому

    Travel videos again. YES!!

  • @StaticCamperVan
    @StaticCamperVan 2 роки тому

    Looked like a great place to be ✌🏼

  • @wes7195
    @wes7195 2 роки тому

    I always enjoy your videos EX Steve!

  • @gegazaidd
    @gegazaidd 2 роки тому

    Good to see Brian

  • @LostOnLandAgain
    @LostOnLandAgain 2 роки тому +2

    Cool scooter! Looks like fun. You nailed it. It's all about the connections with like minded people. Introverts and all :)

  • @davidgriffin14
    @davidgriffin14 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. Btw, I miss your harbor freight tours!

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому

      I remember HF. I will work them in from time to time.

  • @IDR1219
    @IDR1219 2 роки тому +1

    Do you still have the Xploer van? Glad to see you back on YT!

  • @hemchandbolla1159
    @hemchandbolla1159 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Steve, really enjoy your videos. Glad to see you become active again. Can you share more info about your chair. Seems very comfortable. Thanks!!

  • @ronpeted
    @ronpeted 2 роки тому

    That scooter seems pretty cool.

  • @ricks.1318
    @ricks.1318 2 роки тому

    STEVE ........ You are still alive 😃😁😁😁 NICE to see ya on the Tube once again !!!!

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      Riiiick! Glad to see you hung in there.

    • @ricks.1318
      @ricks.1318 2 роки тому

      @@XplorerSteveDIY Yes sir, ... been here since the beginning ... Always a thumbs up !!! 🙂Glad you are doing well Steve ....

  • @2LaneTraveler
    @2LaneTraveler 2 роки тому

    I gotta head out to Quartzite one of these years. That's a 2,500-mile haul for me (in a 26-year old van), so plenty of advance planning will be necessary. Should probably build in some time to see some other stuff along the way.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      I need to learn to slow down and stop and smell the roses along the way too.

  • @CraterBeSilly
    @CraterBeSilly 2 роки тому

    Great videos! Good to see you doing more videos. I use a Black & Decker 6-cup rice cooker/steamer with a Jackery 1000. It's AC power but only draws 300 watts. I cook rice and fresh chicken at the same time. Cooking 25 minutes used about 20% of Jackery battery. Just sharing cooking options for those windy or rainy days inside. I liked your pressure cooker! I will have to try using one.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      Those and hot pots are nice. When traveling small the PC works double and triple duty for one item.

  • @CITAP1
    @CITAP1 2 роки тому

    You know, I heard you were there and my friends I was camped with exchanged pleasantries with you, but I was deeply entrenched in truck camper projects and didn't even know you were there till it was a history lesson and I was camped not to far from Brian. Brian is a pretry nice guy. Sorry to have missed you. I did get to live chat with Will Prouse. Nice young guy, Vegas resident.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      Will is a solar expert to be sure. But we did get to meet in Canada/US border right?

    • @CITAP1
      @CITAP1 2 роки тому

      @@XplorerSteveDIY Yes, briefly with my wife in tow. At the CamperCon Peace Arch Park.
      We were going to meet for lunch in Vegas q couple years ago but Something came up and couldn't take the roadtrip, rtr and other places. Im in Salton City today watching an air show with paragliders who have engines and props on their backs. One of them was at HoboTech's camp flying while I was there. I'm going to spend the day and tomorrow here watching.move on to the Brisbee mine and white sands afterward. I did spring for a whole new solar, Victron, lithium by LifeBlue system. Early results far exceed expectations. More about that to come. I'll be up in Vegas early March. I'd be happy to treat you to lunch if you have time. Take care.

  • @GEAUXFRUGAL
    @GEAUXFRUGAL 2 роки тому

    You met AVM Brian when you were at RTR 2017 With Line screw 1. A lot was going on Brian was very quiet and your group came in rolled out so fast it was like a book signing but quicker than that.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому

      I didn't see Brian that trip but I remember not liking it there then. It was very crowded and noisy. This meetup was tucked away in a quiet corner.

  • @RangerDave1959
    @RangerDave1959 2 роки тому

    I can't help but wonder why we never get to see the Explorer any more. Don't get me wrong I like what you've done with the 4 Runner, and it's an awesome urban stealth machine but for Quartzsite I think I'd have taken the Class B. Just MHO. I very much liked the video. By the way I'm not far from you. I decided to stay in an actual RV park in Quartzsite this season. Some times it's nice to have hook-ups. Looking forward to seeing more of your Quartzsite experience. Be safe.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +3

      Dave, how’s it going. I’ve been doing some work on the explorer. I would’ve rather taken it to Quartzsite if I knew I would like it so much. When I’m done with some modifications I’ll be heading out this year for sure.

  • @gam3rkid954
    @gam3rkid954 2 роки тому

    Wow, worlds collide. Fair winds…

  • @kathleengrieci2539
    @kathleengrieci2539 2 роки тому +1

    Every introvert needs an extrovert....

  • @huckleberrychris
    @huckleberrychris Рік тому

    4 banger? Looks like I saw a 5 on there

  • @patrickjobling8676
    @patrickjobling8676 2 роки тому

    Hey hey mr adventure stee baby .. great scooter thingy ..😍😎😁pip pips

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      Hmmm. Where did I hear this dialogue before? did you change your handle from something else?

    • @patrickjobling8676
      @patrickjobling8676 2 роки тому

      @@XplorerSteveDIY no steve baby .. same ol aussie phycopath..😁pip pips

  • @benshafer3124
    @benshafer3124 2 роки тому

    Still can't find Jessie James on you tube ,so gave me a heart but did you read my comment where's Jessie James

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому

      I have seen your comment but did not have permission to give his handle out. Have that permission now. Search North Country and use the filter for channel.

  • @benshafer3124
    @benshafer3124 2 роки тому

    Yah I looked up Jessie James via North Country and nothing comes up on him, can you do a link for him?

  • @stephenstringer3689
    @stephenstringer3689 2 роки тому

    Do you still have your Xployer? I was hoping for more van travels and mods.

  • @dennymedeiros4504
    @dennymedeiros4504 2 роки тому +1

    What do you do for bathroom if there’s no facilities.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +2

      In the wild. Do as the wild. Other than that. some type of wide mouth container.

  • @yotagang3705
    @yotagang3705 2 роки тому +1

    You think it’ll make a difference if you take air out the varla? Been thinking of buying one but 2k$ is a lot of money lol

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      Airing down always helps off road but the suspension does well. I was surprised. Two wheel drive pulls right along. Around 2k. I see people using these as transportation on the daily in big cities. They beat cars and are cheap for the speed. Some are 6 or 7k and go 70mph. Too scary for me.

  • @darrylk808
    @darrylk808 2 роки тому +1

    Where is your e-motor bike? That would be awesome out in the desert.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому

      There will be plenty of that. I planned on doing some Urbanlanding in Boulder City.

  • @MissMarinaCapri
    @MissMarinaCapri 2 роки тому +3

    Could you please explain to me why you would go overnight camping in a makeshift SUV instead of your fully self-contained Explorer?

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      Xplorer is going through some upgrades at the moment. I wish I had it cause I would have stayed through the end on Sunday. Fun.

    • @MissMarinaCapri
      @MissMarinaCapri 2 роки тому

      @@XplorerSteveDIY , thanks for replying, that explains why. I wish I had an Explorer , oh well, I’ll live vicariously through you till one day………
      Do you think a Unicycle Electric Vehicle might be worth a try ?

  • @robertbandle378
    @robertbandle378 2 роки тому +1

    what happin to jessie james homestead youtube channel

  • @larryr.burfield1893
    @larryr.burfield1893 2 роки тому

    Liked the electric offroad bike you had last year, did it not work out?

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому

      I got the Sur Ron featured a few video's back. The lack of rear suspension was the only downer. My age likes rear suspension off road. and on. I will be getting another one soon with rear suspension.

  • @khunopie9159
    @khunopie9159 2 роки тому

    How many campfire brewskis did you inhale?

  • @tonyturner7655
    @tonyturner7655 2 роки тому +1

    Two interverts meeting up, LOL I know what you mean

  • @johnbrown9623
    @johnbrown9623 2 роки тому

    Hello. Steve, I wish someone could give a update of Jesse & Candy. Pls, Thx

  • @LaBoofadora
    @LaBoofadora 2 роки тому

    Is this a series?

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому

      A series sir?

    • @LaBoofadora
      @LaBoofadora 2 роки тому

      @@XplorerSteveDIY well, you say "see you in the morning" then it ends. Do we see you in the morning in part 2 or were you just effing with us?

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +5

      @@LaBoofadora The next video will indeed be from the next morning however it will be published next week.

  • @kascabel33
    @kascabel33 2 роки тому

    Do you still have your van?

  • @jimflanagan6029
    @jimflanagan6029 2 роки тому

    You should have taken your E Bike no ? Have a good time X S.

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      I feel blessed to have a choice. New toy needed testing.

  • @A_90210
    @A_90210 2 роки тому +1

    Lol horse sound

  • @A_90210
    @A_90210 2 роки тому

    Isn't the electric bike defeating the purpose of getting excercise?

    • @XplorerSteveDIY
      @XplorerSteveDIY  2 роки тому +1

      I guess a car, bus or plane defeats exercise, however I am on a pretty strict exercise program.

  • @grantguy8933
    @grantguy8933 2 роки тому +3

    Steven is the kind of guy too young to retire and too rich to work. What a good problem to have, is it?

  • @koko-rl9zm
    @koko-rl9zm 2 роки тому

    Your Tesla would of passed that truck no problem.