VAN LIFE - Top 10 Essential Items

VAN LIFE VLOG: Ep:67 → Our top 10 essentials we have in our van. Traveling in such a small space can be hard but these 10 items make life so much easier when traveling in our 2022 Ram Promaster Tellaro 20A. Doesn't matter if you are in a Ram Promaster Van, Sprinter Van, Converted Van (we hope to do this one day), Class C, or even Class A, these gadgets can help you too! When traveling in an RV, Space is limited and these are the items that we think are most important!

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[smoreadventures]

We absolutely love our 17 inch Blackstone griddle! Very portable. We cook just about everything on it, including cinnamon rolls! Hillary's chair wins for us.

[aschor]

Excellent video! Hillary's chair wins. I love all the practical tips. Weber makes a portable grill that uses a small canister of propane. It works great!

[TrishBenedict]

I'm a little late to the party here, but I veto both those chairs, as too bulky or too tricky to put together. We got a couple of Cliq chairs AND Cliq Lounges. They go together in a flash and pack up very small. We got the two chairs for something quick to set up if we just wanted to stop somewhere for lunch, and we also got the two lounge chairs so we could stretch out and lean back and watch the stars. We carry a couple of stools that we can put our feet up on. And the one stool is actually our dog's elevated bed, so it has dual use. Cliq just finished its 20% off Memorial Day sale, but they tend to have major holiday sales. (or reach out to them and see if they give you a couple for free is "influencers") That's where I got mine last year. They aren't in the stores so you have to buy direct, and they're pricey-ish, but they have a very generous free return, free shipping policy. And their customer service is great. When I was still holding out and couldn't make up my mind about whether I wanted a Lounge for myself or not – my husband loved it, I was on the fence – they gave me an extra month and they even contacted me to see if I needed extra time! Nice people.

And I'm totally with Hillary on the electric blanket!

[nancyconnell]

I couldn't get my coleman camp stove to light in 31 degree weather ! Neither could my dad! He & Mom took it back & got me a Winchester Trailblazer camp stove ...worked great!!! That was 1975 & I still have my Winchester!

[Rashnak]

small broom/dustpan .... paper towel holder ... matt for outside door (which you have!)... leveling blocks... small container for stinky slinky

[kevinhenry]

Bob that’s a great chair, but Hillary’s chair is the way to go it is comfortable and you can put your feet up! I love your videos keep them coming❤

[PhotoGearFun]

Thanks for the great tips! We have a lot of the same items in our van Maxine. For outdoor cooking I love my Blackstone Griddle. I wasn't a "griddle" guy before we started camping but one good smashburger has made me a convert so much so I bought a griddle insert from my Webber grill at home. Those blacktank pods are a great product for sure. just toss one in and you are done like you said. Cheers and happy camping.

[janeYS]

super helpful tips and you guys share them in a fun way.

[jerylannepeterson-heatherd]

Hillary's chair ...hands down. I want to lounge. Great video! Thanks!

[racquel]

Hilary's chair for sure. Looks super comfy and not as fussy. Win win!😃

[CharlieGraceAdventure]

Great tips - I've never thought about the iPad holder to use on my wall. That would be super helpful.

[mikemanjo]

Agree on TST orange drop ins! Work great! The cloth baskets are great, too! Hillary’s chair wins, although I have one like his!😂 Jane in SC❤🙏🏻 Yes on electric blanket!

[davekent]

With my Nespresso machine I hit the button twice with the same pod. It tastes great and you save money.👍👍🇺🇸

[MoominLoma]

Volcano grill/ stove. Runs on wood, propane or charcoal. Packs up very small.
Chair— both! Having one smaller one makes it so Hillary has room for her bigger one 😊

[jodistpierre]

Love your channel fun and informative keep rock’n …

[ams]

Hillary’s chair wins! 👍 The iPad mount is one I’d like to have! Lots of good ideas!

[terrynberry]

Hillary's chair wins for me. Thanks for the great video.

[tinahuynh-chandee]

Hillary’s chairs 🎉 Always need a cup holder lol

[banditausa]

Hands down Hillary your chair is my fav. I have something very similar 😁 and I love it!!!

[kimair]

Hello from Tucson, I have a Scope and love it. My electric blanket is a must too! Definitely Hillary’s chair and the TST drop ins another must. My friends I camp with have a Blackstone, it is awesome.