266 WATER, Camco Drain, Rules, Wing Rot, Gray Water
Water is a resource and a troublesome. We'll explore some strategies for dealing with this heavy and precious substance. We'll also review a unique drain, hang out with some movie stars, talk about gray water strategies and spend some time with wood rot. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Hmm, this seems like a bit too much ventilation. NEWS San Francisco Bans RV parking beyond two hours https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/san-francisco-ban-homeless-people-living-rvs-new-123948047 New Toyota Van Concept https://www.carscoops.com/2025/07/toyota-x-van-gear-crossover-minivan-rumors/ GM Commits to New Battery Technology https://insideevs.com/news/766646/gm-lmr-battery-cost-savings-lfp/ Work Van Thefts on the Rise https://abc13.com/post/houston-business-owner-says-work-vans-are-sitting-ducks-thieves-targeted-tools-equipment/17231444/ PRODUCT REVIEW Camco RV Drain Trap https://amzn.to/3TX33ul A PLACE TO VISIT Rules Restaurant, London https://rules.co.uk/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
23 Heinä 52min
265 The Truth About Sprinters, Parks Canada, Robert the Doll, Wet Spots
I've often talked about my Sprinter and why I think people should avoid them. Now - here the truth! And then head to Canada and visit their national parks, hear a tale about dogs and sharks, get some essential shoes, and drill some holes. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Here, there be sharks. They're swimming around our ankles. Where did they go? The 25 most famous Bermuda Triangle disapearances https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rbpnpgw7c2s NEWS Free Camping at Canada Parks https://parks.canada.ca/voyage-travel/conseils-tips/choisis-canada-choose/admission-camping Ticks on the Rise https://www.binghamton.edu/news/story/5610/ticks-are-surging-and-spreading-across-the-u.s-heres-how-to-protect-yourself PRODUCT REVIEW Skecher Slip-Ins Shoes https://amzn.to/3Ulan2R A PLACE TO VISIT Robert the Doll at the Fort East Martello Museum https://www.kwahs.org/fort-east-martello-museum/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Parks Canada App https://parks.canada.ca/voyage-travel/app Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
16 Heinä 46min
264 Legislative Changes, Macbook Air, Solar for Portables, Bermuda Triangle, SS Badger
I'm at sea, but I'm persevering to share with you some possible impact from recent legislation. I'll also tell a tale of loss in the Bermuda Triangle, talk about solar charging options for portable power banks, and tell you how to avoid Chicago Traffic in Style. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Well, good morning to you too! PRODUCT REVIEW MacBook Air 15GB https://amzn.to/44kaxh0 A PLACE TO VISIT SS Badger https://ssbadger.com/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
9 Heinä 33min
263 In Transit, Cut it Out, Ground Mat, Norway, Stuck in Nevada
There are time when you're neither here no there, and wonderful things can happen. We'll also tackle some of a rig's worst issues, look at a way to keep dirt out of your rig, get stuck in Nevada and visit Norway. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Hard to see this from a van. PRODUCT REVIEW Stansport Tatami Straw Ground Mat 60" L x 78" W https://amzn.to/44LP7cA RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Chris Boden - Be Weird https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bscBYTMg4sE Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
2 Heinä 40min
262 Getting Rid of Your Rig, Swivel Magnet, Suspension Upgrades, Bright Drop
Parting is such sweet sorrow, but it sure is a relief sometimes. But how? Swivel Magnets can make life easier, a few simple upgrades can improve your ride, and someone tests a Bright Drop. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io File under "Everything is Content." NEWS Public Lands at Risk https://www.fieldandstream.com/stories/conservation/public-lands-and-waters/map-of-public-lands-for-sale-budget-bill PRODUCT REVIEW Excellent Swivel Magnets https://amzn.to/43QwEeE Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
18 Kesä 45min
261 Where to Find a Rig, Solar for Your Hood, A Long, Arduous Road
Buying a rig is a bit tricky today, here are some places you can find what you're looking for. We'll also put solar on our hood(?), and tell the very long tale of why this podcast is late. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io File under "Everything is Content." NEWS Totally Solar Powered Rig https://tech.yahoo.com/transportation/articles/innovative-companys-futuristic-camper-van-104534818.html New Rugged Starlink Dish https://www.pcmag.com/news/starlinks-pricey-new-performance-dish-is-made-for-rugged-environments VW id Buzz not Buzzing https://www.torquenews.com/18004/vw-id-buzz-not-working-out-us Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
13 Kesä 59min
260 How to Kill Your Van
The easiest way to kill your van. How do I know? Because I just did it. We'll also talk about how to store you van long term, review a product that means you'll never get stuck again with a dead battery, and visit France...but not Europe. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The original dream, altered, struggled for, and now dead. NEWS GM to halt BrightDrop production, with little work planned until fall 2025 https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/2025/04/11/gm-brightdrop-production-canada-ev-plant/83046035007/ Rivian Halts Amazon Van Production Because of a Parts Issue https://www.investopedia.com/rivian-halts-amazon-van-production-because-of-a-parts-issue-8696712 GM Van Sales Jump 44 Percent To 18K Units During Q4 2024 https://gmauthority.com/blog/2025/02/gm-van-sales-numbers-figures-results-fourth-quarter-2024-q4/ TECH TALK Long Term Van Storage https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/car-storage-what-to-know/ PRODUCT REVIEW AVAPOW Jump Starter https://amzn.to/4khyDyx A PLACE TO VISIT Saint Pierre & Miquelon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Pierre_and_Miquelon RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Ultimate Stealth Camping with Steve https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYuAxGxH-8E Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
29 Touko 52min
259 Your Van Won’t Last, Overloaded, Free Pantries, Scampinging, Battery Bag
Life happens while you're making plans, and the vehicle you're working on now probably won't last very long! We'll also look at safer battery storage, how to drive the WRONG way, a scary night, an excellent exchange, and a mixed bag of news. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The Campster! No compromise! NEWS New Vanfest Events in Arizona and Melbourne, FL https://www.vanfestusa.com E-bike Battery Fires https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy8e84v5e4go Working from Home Makes us Happier https://farmingdale-observer.com/2025/05/16/scientists-have-been-studying-remote-work-for-four-years-and-have-reached-a-very-clear-conclusion-working-from-home-makes-us-happier/ PRODUCT REVIEW Zeee Fireproof Battery Pouch https://amzn.to/3Fh85Oz A PLACE TO VISIT Jaws - On the Water! https://drafthouse.com/news/summer-jaws-celebration RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Mini Pantry Movement https://littlefreepantry.org SKEPTOID PODCAST GUEST HOST Are $1,000,000 Paranormal Challenges Effective? https://skeptoid.com/episodes/4989 Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
21 Touko 47min
