I’m a social worker. I sometimes have to help someone to get ready to be living out of their car. Your videos helped me to reassure a woman fleeing domestic violence. She was traveling to another state to go be with a cousin. It made her see that it is possible to car camp and be ok. And not too expensive. Thanks

@SUVRVing

5 жыл бұрын

Wow, that is so great! I'm really happy to hear that, and I hope everything turns out well for that woman. Thanks for watching and commenting.

@justineruth_

5 жыл бұрын

Pamela Molina you are an angel 👼

@earot123

5 жыл бұрын

Loved this video! Very helpful. I have a 2005 Ford Escape that I want to go car camping with my two Pit Bull girls.

@TristinaKardashian

5 жыл бұрын

Completely relate! These kind of videos are definitely what gave me the confidence! Now I can’t imagine a “ real home “ ever again.

@misspandesal

4 жыл бұрын

wow. you are doing a great work. you are hope for so many people. God's got you.

One thing I have noticed about you is that you are incredibly organized and neat. That is so important when you have limited space. You have also shown that camping equipment doesn't have to cost a fortune. I've learned a lot watching your videos. Thanks for sharing!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Like you said, when you've got a space as small as a RAV4, you really want to keep organized. I'm a neat/tidy person in general, but it's double important when I'm on the road. If you don't put just a couple of things away, your living space is all of a sudden cluttered. Thanks Carol.

@theresam1649

4 жыл бұрын

It's true, I don't want to live in a vehicle with pots, pans, utensils piled up & showing thru the windows! He shows how to fit it all into the bins. Neat and organized. Sigh. I have so much kitchen stuff.

This is the most practical and well organized kitchen I’ve seen. It’s got everything easy to find, and it ticks away when you want the space. Nothing unnecessary, and none of that grey water stuff to deal with. Plus the container when covered can be a work station by itself.

Awesome. I'm a Visual person. I like to actually see each item and the container it's kept in. Very informative.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Me too, so I'm glad other people are the same way. Thanks for watching and commenting, as always.

Very clever kitchen! Compact and usable items well packed. Neatness counts in my book. I can see myself using something very similar.

I love your simple hanging stove!! Things do not need to be complicated to work. Good thinking! :-)

You need to write a book on 1001 uses for bungee cords, para cords, carabiners and straps! Thanks for sharing :-)

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

lol I'm sure books like that already exist. There are people out there who are waaaay more into paracord than I am, if you can believe it :) Thanks Shemaj!

That hanging table is awesome. Love the idea. And design of it

I love the utensil holder you made. Great idea. Everything is so clean & shiny and...NEAT. Love your videos..nice and simple and informative. Keep them coming thanks.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

The utensil holder is one of my favorite pieces of gear, funnily enough. It's simple but just extremely useful. Thanks Carol!

OMGOSH, I so enjoyed your video! All those little details were things I have been wanting to see for a long time. All those little logistical things, like the stoves you have, I needed to know. And you didn’t make it so long that it lost my attention. Great video, thanks!

Broz easily my favorite nature KZreadr. Youve taught me to love suv camping...and I grew up in ritzy Los Angeles...now I'm in Colorado after living in Boise and wow...life's better away from large cities.

I just love your video, they are simple, easy to make for everyone. You have inspired me for some of my van conversion. Thank you

I love your videos. I like that you take your time to explain things but make it brief and to the point. I just started watching you and really enjoy your style.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lisa! I try to make the kinds of videos that I would watch, so it's great that other people enjoy them too.

@texedwards3039

5 жыл бұрын

great stove !

Fascinating - brings back so many memories of when my husband and I would camp, car and small tent, in the Drakensberg Mountains here in South Africa. We were nowhere near as organised as this. Cooking equipment was packed in one large cardboard box and foodstuffs in another. I had a small notebook with about 10 recipes for one-pot meals. Your hanging table is super.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Hey, whatever works :) If a cardboard box is what gets you up and out into the mountains, that's the way to go. Thanks Paula!

@telcobilly

3 жыл бұрын

I lived in South Africa for 11 years and I remember hiking up to a stone cabin in the Drakensberg in my senior year of high school. It was a blast. It took so long to get there that we were stumbling through the night to try to find the cabin. Beautiful country, still have relatives there.

Great video... thanks for going into detail about your setup! It makes it seem much more achievable for everyone.

Terrific video - well done and great useful ideas. Love the innovations! TY so much for sharing. Happy trails!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Laurel!

First let me say, great job on the video! Now, about that yellow funnel... I have one just like it, and mine was made by Coleman. It's purpose is for pouring white gas into lanterns and small backpacking stoves like the Peak One. When I first got into backpacking back in the early 80's, I bought a Coleman Peak One lantern and stove, which were designed for backpacking but are way too heavy by today's standards. I am a 65 y/o retired professional District Fire Chief, with a bad back so no more backpacking for me. The lantern and stove have been relegated to my truck camping gear and still work just fine.

I have a subaru impreza and thus will have a little less space to work with than you but a lot of this is manageable and it gives me such good ideas! I'm so excited

awesome video for those of us who are planning on these kind of trips.....thanks

Great set up. It gave me so many ideas for my set/up. Thanks

You have a really awesome kitchen set up! I am very much enjoyed watching your video. You are one innovative young man!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

The kitchen setup works well for me, and I've honed it over I don't even know how many nights out at this point. Thanks Annie!

The best "cheap camping" video ive seen. Thank you so much.

This is great man. Thank you for walking us through your whole kit. I feel like I have a lot to learn!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joseph. I'm glad you liked the video. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

This video is so helpful, i am grateful for youtube showing it to me, thank u!

Well done. I do my camping in a 2004 Ford Explorer. Just spent a week up huckleberry picking. Love the car mounted table. Try cordage that is less dynamic, that'll help with the give when in use. I am big on cooking, so my setup has a few different items in it, but couldn't live without my scrapers. Keep it up. Appreciate your reasonable use of commercials without making things unwatchable.

Just found your videos. I really enjoyed watch the two so far. Great information and things in just see for the first time. So thank you !

@SUVRVing

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Deneen!

Thanks for the showing.... some great ideas, utensils here... luv that novel yet useful table idea beside the car dor... and the pots, now I know what to look for on my "list" ... cheers once again 👍🚙👣

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks David! I appreciate you watching and commenting.

Wow, nicely organized. Everything gets put back exactly in the same location, except for the pink plate. That plate is kind of a loose wheel.

That's a great set up. Easy to throw in on a short trip, but has all the essential for an extended trip. Will use that for my day trip set up. Thanks for the great tips. Received my book. Looking forward to reading it. Davin

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome, glad you received the book. And yeah, this has been a great little kitchen setup for me. There are a couple of things that I'll probably continue tweaking, but overall I'm happy with how it is for now. Thanks Davin.

Very informative video. The fact that you DON'T like cooking is actually more helpful. Having basic equipment is what's important. TFS.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching, Melissa!

Awesome, I’m glad You could organize and figure out what’s not working for you there.

That hanging table is awesome!

Nice, simple, yet effective set up. good and informative video and I thank you for it!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Daryl, I'm glad you liked it. I'm really happy with the setup, but I'm sure I'll be changing little things here and there for a while. Such is the nature (and part of the fun) of this kind of gear.

Hi, just recently found your channel and subscribed. Thanks for walking us through your kitchen. I also appreciated your video on the solar set-up that you made. Keep up the good work!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks for watching, and I'm glad you've found the videos helpful. I'll keep making them if you keep watching :)

Nice set up! Creative use of the bungee cord (holding the lid on). Thanks :)

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

I'm always looking for an excuse to use a strap or bungee cord :) Thanks Connie.

Great video. Love the stove. Going to look for one on amazon.

I don’t like to cook much either. Great video. I just need basics. , you explained it well. Probably will buy book too. I’m a newbie & will be car camping

You know how to travel nicely and on the cheap, good going, enjoy!

Keeping it simple - keeps it simple. Easy to overpack. 👍

I like your hanging table....reminds me of the trays that drive-ins used to hook onto your car window to hold your food and drinks.... now I wish I had a root beer.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Lol, that does sound good, now that you mention it... The hanging table works really great. I love mine.

@texedwards3039

4 жыл бұрын

you have alot of good ideas

@evalynnebudzinski3228

4 жыл бұрын

I have built my hanging table, and also use it as the extension between the rear seat and front seat instead of another piece of wood to get a level space for my head and pillow.

@deborahparrish2201

3 жыл бұрын

Could that outside table hanging from your car be converted to indoor use?

Awesome Tristan! Thanks for sharing!

This video gets a thumbs UP just for the location alone. WoW! How beautiful!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Definitely a great area. Thanks for watching.

Great video! I appreciate your clever ideas and tips! Fantastic job!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Great, I'm glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.

What you have works great, you have your bases covered!! The spatula I’d just cut a 1/4 to 1/2 in off each side depending how wide you want the spatula, and call it good. Another plate and you have enough gear for two!! Some folks caring way too much gear, believe me I know been there done that!!! Happy safe camping. Friend from Maine!!

@SUVRVing

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks MrUltralight!

MRE. After military basic, and training, I started to bring MREs with me fishing, lol. First time, my buddies were lugging a cooler with them and gear. I had my fishing gear and a backpack. Lunch came around and I cooked my chili with beans, mixed my strawberry shake, and peanut butter and crackers. The look on their faces was priceless as I ate a full meal and never stopped fishing, lol

Very interesting. I am converting a Transit van into a "rustic" (read functional but not pretty) camper. Your kitchen ideas have helped me a lot. Thank you.

@SUVRVing

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I really like the pouch you made for your plastic wear. Great 👍

Yay!! Hello from a fellow full time SUV camper!!

@SUVRVing

5 жыл бұрын

I'm actually not a full-timer, but hello all the same! 😁

Love that camping stove. Great video.

Love the hanging table....brilliant!

@SUVRVing

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rita!

You're definitely organized and I believe you covered the description and placement of everything well. Overall, it seemed to be a great video for someone to watch if they weren't exactly sure about how or what to pack as far as cooking goes. Nice job on that! Organization is important, especially in areas with very limited space, and based on what I could see of the inside of your car in the video, I assume everything that's going on the trip requires the same pack and compress method as the kitchen. For you to have put the time into coming up with a way to strategically place everything and making a video about it, I assume that you have gone on these outings more than once or twice. Like I said, it's a great video, but I have a suggestion that could completely change your trips in a very positive way. The first thing that came to my mind as I began watching your video was that there is no way I could be comfortable in that environment even for a day, not to mention for a month at a time. Not only would the the sleeping arrangements be a problem for me, just being in the car with everything packed around me would make it a very unenjoyable trip for me. I also wouldn't like the feeling of being out of space in case there was some kind of emergency or reason that came up where I needed or wanted to fit something or somebody else that I met in the car. I've just never been comfortable in confined spaces, but I am familiar with limited packing space for trips and there's an easy, not too expensive way around it (especially if you're any good at converting things into what you need). My experience with limited luggage space came from road trips on my motorcycle which basically includes a couple saddlebags and a luggage box. That's way less space than a car but you still don't have to be confined or feel packed in with the luggage on your trip. You seem to be somewhat creative and that's about all it takes (well, other than a little money) to be a lot more comfortable on your trips. They actually sell small campers that you can pull behind a motorcycle. Most of the ones I've seen are really nice, but they seem a bit overpriced for what you get, especially when you can buy a small lightweight utility trailer for very little. Once you've got that, you would probably be amazed how easy it is to customize it to your exact needs, including foldout sides with supports under them for a full size bed on one side, an actual kitchen with a sink and countertop space around your stove if you wanted that, or even an area to sit back comfortably and enjoy whatever you like to do on a rainy day. Plus all the storage space you'd have while traveling. Anyway, I just wanted to mention that because I believe you'd really enjoy it if you tried it and if you decide to consider doing something like that or have any questions about how you could build a certain part of it, I could also probably give you some ideas or opinions for that too.

Good job! I like your informative videos.👍🏼

Dude, as long as your Happy doing what your doing. Good luck!

Looks good for me on my own! Just don’t have a van, have a Tacoma. Just not into going camping on my own right now, got school. But it’s got my interest!

Simple and Clear movie; I’m also prepare my MPV-van.

I used plastic containers similar to what you have when I started 1.5 years ago. After 6 months I had my organization to where I liked it. I then made wooden boxes using 1/4" plywood or mdf or pine to replace them and gained a lot of space. Where I had 2 plastic containers, I now have 1 box. It's heavier, maybe a pound or 2 but it's all about maximizing space. And contrary to what some people say, there's no reason to be using 1/2" or 3/4" for boxes, mine are solid at 1/4". I have the bigger brother to your stove and it's very well built. Just don't use it for heat, it does not burn fuel 100% and at a minimum you'll have one heck of a big headache.

Very practical. Explaining everything really helps. Thanks

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Great, I'm glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching.

I like the way you organize things in the bins. The stove is also a very important feature. When the time comes -- a year or two down the road -- I will also be camping out of an SUV so I like to see how you have organized everything. Thanks.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

I really like that stove. It's great. Let me know if you have any SUV camping questions while you're planning your future adventures.

@tijuanagringo

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, I appreciate it and will remember your kind offer. Hope to see you out on the road again soon.

getting a set up for skiing and lunches in the parking lot woo!

At Family Dollar I bought a small spatula, plastic spoon, & slotted spoon for $1. Recommend! Like the stove. Seems very stable & versatile.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Sounds great! I'll have to go there and see what they've got that'll work for me. And yes, the stove is fantastic. I'm really happy with it. Thanks Edie.

also, if you're interested, they make colapsible strainers too. i like that in supplies to know that i can make better use of my space when i'm ready to go

Great video! I’ve got a Gas One Stove and love it too. But, for areas where you can burn wood or other wood like fuel, I love my Solo stove. (See amazon); it burns really clean with hardly any wood and has minimal smoke-and, very compact!

Brilliant man.That table hanging from ya door is the bomb

@SUVRVing

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Excellent and very helpful! Thank you!

Outstanding ARRAY of Gear !!! Thx !!

Nice set up. Very helpful to me as I am starting to set up m camping things. Thanks!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear it. Thanks Chris!

Thank you very much. My best friend for cooking are wooden spoons and spatulas. I just feel like they are so 'healthy' and friendly. I have never seen a little stove like you have, interesting.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

I like wooden spoons and spatulas at home but have found that they don't clean as easily when I'm on the road. The little stove is great. Thanks Jodie!

Hey Tristan,I noticed you said you do really care for cooking,try using a Hot Logic Mini. You plug it in to the cigarette lighter,put your eats in the HLM and just forget about it. It takes about 3-4 hours to cook things (like chicken,rice,eggs,soups,etc). It's very space saving,cooks awesome,and great to know that when you get to where you're going you're meal is already ready. No prep is needed. I also should share that the great thing about it also is that you can't really over cook which is great,and that it only uses 48watts,so the HLM can be used even with the engine off,and it won't kill the battery.

The funnel is a kerosene fuel funnel. Makes filling oil lamps easy. That's why it's yellow as well. Great vid. Got some ideas. Thank you.

@NothingToNoOneInParticular

5 жыл бұрын

I forgot to say. Check out the duqtig kids pot and pan set, also the matching but separate set of cooking utensils is great. Works great on alcohol stove or hot plate if hotel traveling.

Great set up!

Very Cool !!! Appreciate it !!Keep on Trucking ☝️👍

Awesome video. Lol I always carry way too much stuff. I love how simple you've made every thing. Kudo's to you....

@SUVRVing

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pamela!

Nice, quick setup! 👍🏻

@SUVRVing

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sherry!

Dude! now that's handy! Good job.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It's a setup that works really well for me.

Very helpful and enjoyable! Thank you!!!!!

Very nice video, thank you for sharing.

I like that shelf!

I just subscribed to your channel. Thank you for this video. Great tips!

@SUVRVing

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

Gotta love the organization. I live in my suv during the summers and wow you wouldn't (or maybe you would) believe how easy it is to lose things in such a small space!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Hahah, I can definitely believe how easy it is to lose things. What kind of SUV do you have?

@brandont5995

6 жыл бұрын

SUV RVing 2015 GMC Terrain. I'm 6'2 and it's just enough space, hoping to upgrade to something bigger in a few years to make it more permanent. Great videos man, keep it up!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome, will do! Thanks.

@brandont5995

6 жыл бұрын

Oh while I remember, any idea on when/if you overhead storage net will be in your store?

I would love to see a video of how you made the back shelf and netted sling that holds your clothes and also the ceiling sling. Maybe you’ve done that and I just haven’t come across it yet. Love your videos. Thanks so

Thanks for sharing your kitchen with us! :) I would only ask that you keep your flatware and give away the disposables-----!

Great job. Very organized.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great video....very informative...Gave me some ideas.....

Tristan, The deap item you called a pan is usually used as a skillet and the same goes for the very small one.

Nice. Made me think if a few things I need to add. Bottle opener.

Good video. The solution to your small gas stove is four large stakes that hold the base and the Stanley Cook pot up right. The Stanley pot is my most loved cook pot, very versatile. GSI manufacture a mug that sits perfectly on the base of the Stanley, the plastic mugs are handy but take up valuable storage space so they are replaced by the GSI, making it possible to keep my firelighting kit inside the Stanley. Your setup is great and you can see that you're enjoying the wonderful outdoors. Be happy stay well.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

It's a great little pot, isn't it? Thanks Rob!

All of the cooking accessories like the colander, funnel, bowls, etc., are all avarice in collapsible silicone. Really helps with space.

Thank you for sharing your informative video. As all RV/van/mini van people tell you, get the things that you can multitask with. I carry two large Friz bees instead of plastic plates. Have curved edge to avoid spillovers of food, easy cleanup and good for exercise later... Just a thought. Thanks again.

@SUVRVing

5 жыл бұрын

Huh, interesting! I'm not much of a Frisbee thrower, but I like the idea.

@dalekundtz4603

5 жыл бұрын

@@SUVRVing You can place some napkins, two sets of utensils, some salt and pepper packets from fast food place inside the Frisbees and rubber band them together. The frisbees are stiffer then some plastic dishes.

Ikea sells a set of nylon cooking utensils that are "miniature" sized (I found them in the Kids section) but you can use them for actual cooking because they are made from the same nylon material as the full size set (both of which includes a bonus set of "toaster tongs" that really you can use for anything.) Both sets sell for about $0.79 cents for each set, name of the set is GNARP

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Those sound great! I just looked at them online. I'll have to check them out the next time I'm at Ikea. Thanks for sharing.

I'm learning as. Much about this type of camping and be more minimalistic great allot of good info, keep it up in leaving tomorrow for a 3 day trip on my car and taking just basic stuff so i dont spend on crapy fast food and cook my own meals more delicious thanks slot

Excellent, excellent, excellent. Very very creative. Super pragmatic. I will steal most of your super efficient ideas. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

I'm happy you found it helpful. Thanks Gilbert!

Ohhh, I like the strapping down of bins on your cooler. Check and check thanks!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It works great. It's a great use of that unused space.

Nice video, I use clear plastic bins similar to yours but the tops are clear as well to store my “metal” cooking items, plates, cups, utensils and cast iron fry pan and small Dutch oven. This combination works for sanitation purposes. Leave the bin out in the sun and everything is sanitized by heat and sun light. One more comment about the Stanley cooking pot, I have used mine daily for about two months and now the bottom on the inside is deteriorating, I thought it was one piece but the joint is now rusting and impossible to clean. I discarded it, looking for something better. Looking forward to the next video!

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Huh, interesting about using a clear top on the bin. Good idea. That's weird about your Stanley pot. Mine is still going strong and shows no sign of breakdown. I'm guessing I've used it 50+ times?

Enjoyed your video and demonstration - In 60 years of camping, I've never seen a dual-fuel butane/propane stove before. As an Asian family (I'm the token white guy) we have the butane-only stove for tableside cooking, but I wouldn't camp with butane in the cold due to issues that propane doesn't have. If you have a screen in the bottom of that yellow funnel, that would be for filtering white gas into your stove or lantern - ours is red. We use both washable and disposable utensils too - PLEASE DON'T FEED THE TROLLS.

Oh nice work mate:) im doing the same in Australia

Oh hey, I have a tip for you regarding dirty dishes. If you cover a plate with plastic wrap you can set your food on top and discard with very little waste but it really depends on what you are eating, not great for if you have to cut your food. Additionally, if you immediately clean your utensils with a baby wipe followed by a lite rinse then wipe dry, you're good to go. No need for a tub of sudsy dish water not to mention the water waste. Throwing away plastic these is taboo. Keep adventuring!

easily you can stabilize that little stove wh rocks.. pot set up is swwweettt!

Thank you that was helpful for me. Carry on carry on.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Will do. Thanks Donna :)

Very helpful and informative video.. Thank you for sharing this. I hav subscribed to your channel...

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Diane!

Oh, and the pink plate... now that’s a secure man. Nice touch.

@SUVRVing

6 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with pink lol