I believe the lid is meant to be used as a base to stop the feet getting filled with dirt in soft terrain.

I've had one of these for twenty years, they are fantastic. The netting disappeared years ago, still a great toilet seat over a hole. And, as long as no one asks around the campsite, it's a great table as well. :)

@Jase-so2tm

2 жыл бұрын

Where do u buy them please

Apparently there was a collective sigh of relief among Andrew's subscribers of a weaker disposition when Gwen said: "I'm not going to show you how it actually works..." Seriously though, not many outdoor, adventure, camping or overlanding-related channels are brave enough to cover this subject.

Excited to see this talked about. Although I prefer a squat on the ground in the bush, I use this same setup with my wife and daughter and love it. It’s particularly good paired with a rapid pop up shelter. We use 3 gallon compostable kitchen bags, tie off, then drop that in a biodegradable dog waste bag, also tied off. That goes in our normal rubbish bag which lives in a 20 liter rubberized roll top bag. We’ve gone multiple days in the heat and no odor in the truck. And if you do prefer to bury your waste, but have trouble squatting, no bag required. Position over a hole and you’re all set-well, unless you struggle with IBS. Best use a bag then. The combo was indispensable during our month long journey during peak Covid this summer. It was always loaded with a clean bag and ready to go.

This is a great toilet! My wife and I have been using this for years. Good tip, if you are remote camping take out the net and dig a hole like you would normally and set the toilet over the hole... you get the rest lol.

Gwynn, I liked your little poo song lol. Interesting video regarding a subject that few people want to discuss.

I’ve been using the same one for years without fail. A bush fix you may try Andrew is taking a knife or box cutter blade and trimming down those pesky retaining tabs or simply removing them completely. You really don’t need them. Also, I filled the feet with Sikaflex to block them filling with clay. Cheers.

@doryliggett8407

2 жыл бұрын

That is exactly what I needed to know! There is no way I can collapse this contraption. So removing the tabs doesn’t effect the stability?

@OneManTrail

2 жыл бұрын

@@doryliggett8407 not really.

Good on ya' for discussing this topic. It's easy to sort out "something" but it's not easy to find advice on the *best* way to go (pun intended). When I was building my Disco, I nearly ended-up designing my entire interior to accomodate a Thetford Qube, which would have made all the storage boxes so tall that it'd be impossible to sit on top of them, inside the vehicle. By luck, I found a no-name brand portaloo which was only ~20cm tall and allowed me to completely re-think the way I built the vehicle. Might seem like a small issue but, when you've got a wife/kids with you, a loo is almost as important as a bed, cooker or water supply so anything that minimises the "footprint" it inflicts on a vehicle is a good thing.

@TWX1138

3 жыл бұрын

I've been mulling a design for a Nissan D40 Frontier (Navara) with the 6' bed, and I'd argue that the loo is even more important when dealing with a wife and kids. Having a toilet is the single biggest barrier to using trucks sold as mid-size in North America as some kind of multi-day expeditionary vehicle, because none of the slide-in offroad campers equipped with usable bathrooms will fit on these trucks. All of the traditional camper manufacturers are still using heavy materials like E-glass fiberglass, no one has switched over to lighter materials like s-glass fiberglass, carbon fiber, or cabon/kevlar composites, so their full-featured campers are simply too heavy for trucks with a true half-ton payload capacity. The interiors available for campers weighing under 1200lb look really nice, but I'd rather give up having a full-featured kitchen if it meant having a usable bathroom with at least a toilet and a closable door. I can cook outside with everyone around me.

I've just used a similar one for the first time last weekend, ny, usa. The bags had the powder already in them. Was way easier to use than expected and as was noted in the video, each person was responsible for removing there own bag and installing the fresh bag for the next user, removing the need to fumble around while having to go.

We’ve used one of them for a few years, good bit of kit !

I keep a couple of Cleanwaste toilet kits in my truck and boat for emergencies. They come as a self contained kit with bag, secondary bag, paper, powder, and sanitizer. Use it with a bucket in the truck and lining the bait well on the boat. Very handy. Thanks for the vid.

I've got one that I've used for six years. Compact and works really well. I have bags, but usually just dig a hole and place the toilet over the hole. I'll tell you, I have pooped in some really beautiful places! When I camp I scout out the most scenic, most wonderful place that I can poop. My favorite - Big Bend National Park in Texas, very remote camp spot, sitting in the desert at dawn watching the sun come up over the distant mountains - just gorgeous.

Outstanding product! Thank you

brilliant, open and honest explanation of this system. I was curious about the urine in the bag. Well, and with a little humour explained. Thankyou both. The vids are always enjoyable when Gwynns involved.

That's a great system. I'll admit being a bit bothered about having to essentially set up a lab experiment everytime I have to GO (especially when in a hurry), but other than that, I thinks it's fantastic.

i always wondered how they worked when you weren't just using it as a seat into the ground. thanks to gwynn for giving us the day-to-day we need to know, especially if we want to get our lady friends into remote camping. also i was in the US army, we burned out poop with diesel... ineffective.

Thanks for the topic and I agree it can be a real pain finding a solution. A similar product from bio bag is well worth considering. It uses compostable bags (which you can bury with the mandatory campfire ash on top) or carry in sealed bin if park doesn't allow burial. The seat they make is simpler still and doesn't have the design faults either. Be interested to know what the jelly making chemical is though???

We have been using this system for about 5 years now. To stop the dirt in the feet we place the feet on the base so they don’t touch the ground.... once packed up it’s easy to wipe over with a diso baby wipe.

A piece or two of duct tape across the ends of the legs would go a long way to solving the dirt problem, Cheers.

@shaunmeyer6004

3 жыл бұрын

Or just put it on small ground sheet

@OneManTrail

3 жыл бұрын

You can also fill the gaps with some Sikaflex 👍🏼

Well done :) A similar folding seat with a diverter is made by Separett. No1s disposed of from a bottle maybe, leaving less waste to carry away.

A carpet square the size of the base will keep the feet out of the soil, plus it would give a clean surface to work on when folding it up.

That truck you have is amazing:) Thanks for the video

I got one of those five years ago works great. I leave the net in place. And you can use the lid under the back two legs.

Nice item, but would prefer to use no plastic and chemicals....

@LiamMarcon

3 жыл бұрын

The chemicals probably aren't much of a worry, depending on what they are. Could be some very simple base chemicals that aren't damaging. Not a fan of the idea of the plastic bag though.

@xpusostomos

3 жыл бұрын

If it's good enough for the roos...

@labourlawact7826

3 жыл бұрын

Just use it without the net and bag. You can dig a hole if you want to.

@dshe8637

2 жыл бұрын

Need to use compostable bags with horse bedding pellets or sawdust. Better than burying it in popular places. Poop takes ages to decompose in some soils and can transmit harmful pathogens to the soil

A similar unit is the Pop-Up Pooper - its much smaller and a lot less fiddly to unpack/pack up, but it is quite a bit lower if that's an issue for old knees. Might be worth a look...?

We have been using Porta Potties for as long as I can remember. We stopped using them with chemicals a ages ago so that the waste can be dumped in most toilets or just buried. Yes, they do take up a bit of room but I just don't feel safe sitting on something with 3 legs. We did give this system a go some time back and it will be great for most people but my weight makes me very wary of them.

@MrFastFarmer

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah and I can smell you from here. You cant use that without chemicals.. fark. You can buy the green bottle if you want to put it in septics or bury it..

@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrFastFarmer Oh yes we can, we keep it in the trailer behind the Coaster and smell isn't a problem at all. as long as the seals on the Porta Potty are good. Sure the smell isn't great when emptying it but considering what it is, that isn't surprising 😄

Very very good tips!! TK

Thank you! Now that's worth going for:)

4xoverland, thank you for the video you make! I would be very interested to hear your opinion about the new Ford Bronco. Now they talk a lot about it, they discuss it. Do you plan to publish your opinion about Bronco just like you did about the new LR Defender?

Reminds me of a festool toolbox. Not bad but what about the standard foldout seat? We use that with compostable bags.

The bucket...Elemental Thunder Down Under Portable Toilet. That, and the shovel.

I love your camping set up!

Great video thank you!

I really like my Cleanwaste toilet, great product.

I love you two-priceless from the USA

Andrew and Gwynn, we use a very similar product the Elemental pop up pooper. Also a great product and a bit easier to set up and pack up 👍

@stkunze1

3 жыл бұрын

I was about to recommend the same thing just named differently here in Germany. easier to set up and with biodegradable bags.

We found a similar product as we had the same hangup about carting around a literal box of liquid sh!t - the "biotoi". Its a bit less finicky as the bag goes over the whole thing and legs fold out very easy but also less sturdy than yours by the look and no chemicals so there are smells (might see if i can add some) but we solved that with a small airtight bucket from bunnings. Both go in the dirty gear bag on the back wheel. The same mob does full compostable bags so you can throw it in a drop toilet or justthe rubbish.

Hi Andrew and Gwynn, love the videos....we purchased one of these after seeing it on one of your previous trip videos, not used yet...just for your info, Drifta do a nice canvas bag for the toilet, also sell toilet, powder etc, think only reseller in australia unless you buy direct....also do you sell your T shirts in australia ? how long is shipping from USA ? cheers graeme

Good video! I think it’s kind of important to teach how it’s done better. No one likes parking at a spot full of nondegradable Toilet paper!!! And it happens way too often here in crowded Europe. Have a look at the Bivvy Loo too. For us in a 109 we just wouldn’t have the space. Bivvy loo was the perfect choice for us. Does the same trick but is easier to handle in small spaces.

We have one of these and 2 second popup tent that we use for privacy. Works very well and agree with everything said in this video including hurting your fingers folding the legs. Lol

Similar in principle to what we used to use in the Army on Tanks, an old 25 gallon oil can with bottom and the top cut off and a large piece of foam cut to shape and attached with black tape to where the lid was.

Reliance brand makes the same basic concept but with a slightly more streamlined profile and less cost. Same basic design though. Good vid, really makes camping more convenient for my wife and daughter.

What a great product review.

you guys are adorable. love the video! 🥰

Nice to see Gwynn being a part of your videos.

thank you for detail video as show basic operation how to use one

Hi Gwynn and Andrew, just wondering why you don't have reflectors on the side of your truck. Just a thought for safety.

Do you know what the active ingredient in the powder?

@weekendroaming6818

3 жыл бұрын

I want to know the same thing.. What was the power chemical called

My #2 video of the day!!!! :)

Lovely! How much do they cost?

Has anyone tried the "Pop Up Popper"? It seems to only be available in Australia? I'm in USA and was unsuccessful in having one shipped to me. Does anybody know a seller that is competent enough to ship it to Texas?

@punktexas

3 жыл бұрын

@Omar Salazar They don't sell the Elemental Pop Up Pooper. It's not the crapper that's in this video. www.tentworld.com.au/buy-sale/elemental-pop-up-pooper-toilet

@kentm75

3 жыл бұрын

The Pop Up Pooper is much better than this option IMHO. So much easier to set up/pack down

@MrFastFarmer

3 жыл бұрын

They look fantastic! kzread.info/dash/bejne/Yo2qyNuDmbTRZZc.html

Looks a good idea. Hope they watch your channel so they can hear your feedback.

Yep these are brilliant. I bought one myself.

Gwynn discusses this delicate matter with class. We also bag our waste, camping is popular and no matter how remote you think it is, someones undoubtedly had to #2 in close proximity. Digging up someone else business is not pleasant.

Well explained👌I can see the design flaw deassembling the unit. Otherwise good

I have a Clean Waste toilet and find the same problems packing it down. I use mine with a toilet tent simply because i'm the sort of person that no matter how remote i camp as soon as i start my business a coach load of tourists would pass by and catch an eye full. I find the biggest draw back is the net isn't deep enough so you need to watch what you are doing as you wipe.

What is the chemical and where do you buy it.?

@guanghunglo3594

3 жыл бұрын

Camping stores often sell the bags and satchels of powder or you can buy it from ebay.

lol I use wet wipes too. Way less paper involved. Too bad this didn't have a setup that had a seat connected to a truck hitch. The truck hitch toilet works fantastically well IMO....if you're in a place were you can do your buisness from the truck hitch that is. 😅

Hi hi hi ho it’s off to Woolworths to get embarrassed I go😳 sorry Gwynn,love the video 👍😎🇦🇺

Looks a bit complex for a number 2 if they add hints to the legs with a one hold pull all the legs close I use it

As an old river guide, I’d refer to that as a “groover”.

I made my own after a trip into Saudi Arabia - can't handle squat toilets. An old toilet seat, a piece of plywood the size of the seat, a small folding camping stool and done. In the field, dig a hole and when done burn the paper before you close up - paper doesn't decay in a dry desert, it needs moisture! Fold up - no plastic, only biodegradable human waste! I've been back at camp sights, after a few month; all I left before gone!

Great coverage of a topic that no one usually gives a shit about.

Educational video, I enjoyed Gwynn s song

might save you some effort cleaning the feet if you put some leaves/brush (if available) under them when you first set it up.

Awesome! Still prefer a 5-gallon bucket. You can use the bag liner several times (pee & poop), before you get rid of the liner bag. Impt but sensitive topic - often do not get discussed.

Great. As real as you can get.

Wonderfull

I mean, lets face it.. toileting is a basic human function... we all need to do it... and when you are out and about this sort of practical advice is really excellent!

Thankyou

Mate honestly look at the oz trail camp chair toilet on ebay. $25 its small easy to set up and pack up. Ive had mine for 3 years and its had w word of use

@MrFastFarmer

3 жыл бұрын

Tommy Singh good if you dig a hole, but not for a bag.

@PUUMBA4x4

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrFastFarmer honestly id prefer digging a hole then carrying a bag full of it around with me. I know some places wont allow u to stay unless u have a chemical dunny

@MrFastFarmer

3 жыл бұрын

@@PUUMBA4x4 I have a porta potty on the back of the ute full time now. Just so convenient, I can have a dump anywhere, any time. But, true story, I hit a wash out near Erudina Station once. 3+ feet in the air all wheels. Porta potty was fully pressurised from the burning sun and when we landed, it exploded.. Didn't think I'd be using the wipers that day...

@PUUMBA4x4

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrFastFarmer lol shit would have love to see that. Honestly if u dont need to bag up ur own crap look into the the oz trail toilet chair. Ye i need to dig a hole but ur not carrying it around with u. I guess not everyone digs hole and thats why u see dunny paper around. Also its light, no bigger then a cheap camp chair and super quick. I got ibs and can end up needing to shit very quickly lol

@Haywoodjablomie100

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrFastFarmer You could easily sit a bucket underneath lined with a bag and the powder. I think it would work better then Andrews system, more sturdy and comfortable, easier to setup and your backside isnt almost touching the bag.

Excellent review, I never thought I’d see a review on a camping bog - or watch one come to that, but knowing what some toilets are like driving across Europe - especially France and their whole in the floor ones, this makes so much sense to have aboard. Just pull over someone quiet, sit and read your favourite magazine and crap to your heart’s content 😂

👍 Helpful tips, thank you!

Checkout a product called the bivvy loo. Same principle but without the problems you showed. 👍

The lid is meant to go under the toilet to reinforce the legs and will stop them from getting caked with dirt.

Guanghung no eat jelly now know where come from!

I try not to use chemicals and plastic bags. Digging a hole, burning the toilet paper is still my preferred method. No wet tissues because they don't burn easily and are not biodegradable.

I think the Lead is designed to be under the legs so you don’t have to clean it

the 'Powder'...what does that 'do'? Does it Turn the 'Pee' & 'Pooh'...into a 'NO STINKY BLOB'???...this is the 1st i have seen this Clean-waste Portable Toilet. I LIKE!!

@swaggingsisters

3 жыл бұрын

👍That Poo Powder works just as good in a Jimmy's Thunderbox with bags too. Thunderbox packs up very compact, Aussie-made, bonus 😁

@gungfuriceboy

3 жыл бұрын

@@swaggingsisters ..i will have to Google' the Product & Details. Aussie 'Made'...Hopefully available in Canada or USA...or if 'shipping Not Outrageous i'll 'order from Australia'. thanks 'sisters'..... Cheers from Canada . Safe Travels!!

@swaggingsisters

3 жыл бұрын

@@gungfuriceboy from memory pretty sure he sends overseas too

That was unexpected.

How about using a portable bidet

Should have kept the troopy with the shower setup and used that for privacy

One of the worst things about camping. Thats why we are putting a toilet in our overland Discovery 130!

@MrFastFarmer

3 жыл бұрын

Donegal Overlanding I have a porta potty that lives on the back of the ute. It’s transformational to the point I think these should be mandatory for the bush...

You need to get a POPALOO. They are much better and no tools needed to pack away ,and more compact when stowed away in its carry pack.

I'm just curious but why don't you just dig a hole and then fill the hole when your finished ?

From what I see: good concept, bad product...:) It is a good opportunity to improve the product and sell it :)

😎👍

something like clumping cat litter

so 1 plastic bag every day when you poop? just going from one problem to another.

I wouldn't have time to set it up....using this would give me the shits !

Hopefully all the plasticbags will find the way to the disposal. Plastic, chemicals, and jelly is no sustainable solution. Digging a hole is the much better and cheeper way to manage your "bussiness". For the indoor use (e.g. travelling in Europe) there are some interesting solution with "compost-toilet" with ventilation and coconut fibres in Germany cold "bio-toi". No smell at all !! In the end you can use your "compost" for your plants. But much more expensive.

Why not use a 5 gallon bucket, pool noodle for the top. Or get a seat lid for the bucket and store everything inside. Less time to clean up and convenient. Just acthought

By the time you have been through all that you will need it again!!!! God Bless

these things are great if you shit normal, if you are 1 of the few irritable bowel syndrome where are in the real scenario of hard to spray painting the shitter I would seriously recommend a blackwater tank for your piss and shit. something that uses something similar to kitty litter type solution can't really be stored in a bin noe can it be buried..

We're gonna show you how it works.... we're not gonna actually show you how it works. Thanks Gwen! Some things shouldn't be seen!

Sadly Not great for the environment though, more plastic bags and gelly chemicals going into landfill and kinda removes the point of the eco friendly loo roll. Alternatively you could dig a hole and use that over it, drop compost loo shavings afterwards to keep the smell away and then fill it in before you leave a location.... 😉👍

@AlphGen

3 жыл бұрын

Sigh, have you turned up at a camp site full of poorly covered crap and toilet paper all over the place. Use one of your paper bags then

@Torrox4

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlphGen Sure paper bag it. The point is we have 1 planet, those of us who love exploring it would like to see less plastic waste and wildlife affected by it. No need for the "sigh" buddy

@LiamMarcon

3 жыл бұрын

​@@AlphGen Paper bag with some absorbent materials and the right chemicals would probably work fine. Keep it in a reusable sealed container for added security from spillage.

Seriously, isn't BootybyEl their daughter? 😳 You are so perfectly to be her parents

Clumping kitty litter for humans.

Hmm looks a bit complicated compared to the simple foldable one from BCF for $35 with bag attachment,that seems to be the stealth model. This is when its good to be a man because the world and trees are our urinal.

@MrFastFarmer

3 жыл бұрын

They are rubbish. My ex was half way through when one collapsed on her... no boom boom that night. Some here mentioned the oztent portable. For similar money it's excellent.

100 million kangaroos pooing over every square inch of Australia, and you're worried about a few human poos.