Camping/Living in Worlds Smallest Car ~ A SMART CAR LIFE

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My name is Eric and I travel with my cat, “Jax” in a 2012 Coachmen Mirada 32BH Class A Motorhome on a Ford Super Duty truck chassis. (V10 Triton) We travel about 35 miles a day chasing 70 degrees year-round since 2010. I travel with a 2009 Honda CMX 250 on the back of my RV on a Titan Ramp 600lb carrier. Bike goes 78mph and gets 70mpg. Here is my gear & some popular questions answered:
Gear: (UPDATED 2019)*
*Video: Panasonic Lumix G95
*Main Vlog Lens: 12-60mm Kit lens (100% manual focus)
*Stabilizer: Zhiyun Crane 2 (For B-Roll)
*Audio: (On Camera) Rode VideoMic Pro+ With Rycote VMP+ Deadcat
*GoPro 7 Black for water/action shots & Timewarps, Timelapses, & Starlapses
*GoPro Hero 6 Silver with Purple Panda Lavalier Lapel mic for Driving Narration
*GoPro Hero 4 Black for driving shots out the front window.
Time Lapses: 2 second intervals. Sped up 1200x, cropped 4K down to 1080 for panning
Night Lapses: Manual settings: 800 ISO, 30 second Shutter, 3000K WB, Protune On
Slow Motion: Shot 1080p 240fps. Reduced to 8% in Post Production
Additional Audio: Sony ICD-PX333
Editing Laptop: 2019 16” MacBook Pro 2.4GHz 8-Core i9 ~ 64GB Ram ~ 2TB SSD
Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Editing Encoder: Adobe Encoder - Presets: MP4 VBR H.264 16mbps
Aerial Drone Shots: DJI Mavic Air Shot in 2.7K Downscaled to 1080p
RV MPG: 7-8mpg depending on generator use.
Solar: 1280 Watts (320x4) Rec N-Peak Monocrystalline 120 cell panels on roof.
Charge Controller: Victron MPPT 150/85-TR
Inverter/Charger: Victron 3000 watt MultiPlus
Batteries: Battle Born Lithium 100ah x 5 = 500 amp hours.
Mobile Wifi: AT&T Unlimited Business Plan & Verizon Unlimited Cell Personal Line
Music: / audiolibrary & www.epdiemicsound.com
Jax is a MaineCoon/Ragdoll Tabby mix. Born April 21st 2010.
Tennessee Hayride by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/...)
Artist: audionautix.com/

[@alfieb8851]

Only at the beginning of the video but i think this is April Fools

[@voyager4328]

+1

[@melissaw7579]

Oh yes that's right!

[@hobonomad1928]

Definitely, he loves Jax way too much to put the kitty through that. Great joke though.

[@living2ndchildhood347]

+2 agreed-April Fool’s joke.

[@madelinenorton7919]

APRIL FOOLS. Didn't fall for it.

[@gsus2k]

That green screen autopilot driving is still unbeaten! 😂

[@bigpoo02]

absolutely the best

[@amporneamkachorn2876]

❤❤❤

[@ruk2023--]

To be honest, I assumed that the car was April fool's but the RV was going. Well played.

[@rossdaboss7127]

My husband text me at work “Nomadic Fanatic is living in his smart car with Jax!” I text back “uh, it’s April Fools Day, I think he just got you.” Lol Good one 👏👏👏

[@misterz2719]

I think u should put your pillow next to cat litter then u can make sure jax is regular . 😁

[@Sheryl777]

lol

[@TheRealMichaelKay]

He already does that haha why do you think this guy has so many cases of pink eye haha

[@annpopenfoose3750]

You could also just use Jax's litter box yourself. Then you won't have to worry about where to take your jug or poop bucket!! 😉😜

[@misterz2719]

@@annpopenfoose3750 all in one stop

[@sarahbierman5490]

HAHAHAHA!

[@donnaDinMiss]

I’m going to go out on a limb and say this is an April fools joke . I’m 3 minutes in

[@shiftlock4355]

Yes, but am I the only one that thinks an overnight in the smart car would be neat? You could get it to more remote locations that the RV would have a hard time, and that bed actually looks usable!

[@darae3936]

I can't help but think how many people stopped watching without realizing that! Haha.

[@KRT045]

4:38 in and I was thinking the same.

[@roberthernandez7564]

This right here.

[@gioiapharo7433]

Jacks would be so un happy ..... where is his kitty tree - DAD

[@shayhouk8582]

OMG! I'm like WHY would he sell the RV to live in a smart car? You got me Eric! Splendid April Fools Joke!

[@Susie98052]

Same, then I'm thinking, but he's so close to Basecamp. Then I remembered the day; if my hubby hadn't played one on me, I would have caught on sooner since I'm sleep deprived. He set all the clocks in the house 92 minutes faster

[@sheilacoleman8761]

LOL! Don't get mad. Don't get even. Get one better! 🤣

[@paintingsbyjimhall]

What an April Fools joke

[@MrStukulele]

I’ve got admit I was fooled until Eric said the word “Piss jug” then realised 😂

[@bruno8241]

Yep same here😭😭😭😭😭🤣🤣🤣

[@jamesconway4821]

Awesome. The missing nomadic signs on the RV. Sealed it and put it over the top along with the piss jug. Thanks for keeping me laughing.

[@joecosta6924]

Best April fools joke ever lmao

[@noramarshall2629]

For like 5 minutes, I sat with my lip curled and my brows in a confused frown. Good one.

[@GoddessStone]

Spot on, Nora! I also realized that is my default look these days!

[@JonnyDIY]

Lol my Brother goes "Jax looks so tiny" 🤣💕👍

[@cortneybudau1700]

Before I get too far into this video I'm going to guess that it will turn out to be an April Fools joke. We shall see...

[@johnsenesi9095]

This is a really good April Fool's joke and that is not jax.

[@babianpunktse]

This is the most stealth camper ever! Amazing work!

[@limitlessliving1100]

“Don’t look at that” proceeds to show and explain in detail, absolutely chad

[@r.c.t.travels]

This was one of your best April Fools joke yet. Love it Eric...lol

[@crystalq6158]

I have to be the most gullible person alive! OMG you truly had me. I was thinking what about all the gaming equipment. And dude Jax box next to where you sleep? Damn you got me!

[@bluemamba5317]

Did you notice fake jax though? :D

[@jessicalindsay1210]

@@bluemamba5317 lol, I thought he looked a bit to small 😂🤣🤔

[@marabela1203]

I was shocked until you showed ‘Jax’ and I was wait that’s not Jax and remembered what day it is! Well played Eric, well played!

[@maribethspence9458]

Your comment made me have to watch it again cause I missed the switcheroo on Jax 😀

[@lorenam.6708]

I thought the same thing too . . He was way too small

[@jackiegardner7483]

🤣 I can’t help it with the cat litter box

[@marciasmith1562]

Oh man you got me!! I was fooled!!! I was thinking how are you going to live in a smart car?!!!! 😂😂😂😂

[@wendywwilliams5218]

8 min in this better be an April fools joke.......you can live in a smart car but Jax shouldn't have to! Nah I know you're a better cat dad then that!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

When I first started watching this video I said, "Oh my goodness. He actually did it". You got me. LOL 🤣

[@gingerbruce9397]

Love the bit with Shawn. Great addition.

[@TheWestlandgirl]

Most of the video I thought you'd lost your mind. You never said temporary until you could get a new RV, you acted as tho long term in your mini car. I thought you'd lost all income and were flat broke and needed mental health folks.. I was seriously worried about you. Then it hit me. You are the best at jokes Eric!!

[@djensen4705]

He got me too and I was thinking the same thing. Haha

[@bobanderegg3817]

You have to admire the effort he put into this April fools joke. The setup, videography and editing had to take hours. Not to mention the expense of hireing a stunt double for Jax

[@mariaperham6382]

You’re such a nut that we almost believed you. Thought maybe you were having a nervous breakdown. But then we remembered what day it was. Lol! You’re funny! Lol

[@GarageNoise]

"It taste organic" made me laugh out loud. Thanks for the laughs bud.

[@cristolmetro5092]

I I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again I do you love your childish ability to have fun! Thanks for the laugh 😹

[@HoneyHollowHomestead]

😂😂😂 You had at the very beginning, until I realized what today's date was! 😜

[@Scoutfbk]

Figured it was a joke, but thought maybe he was only staying in the Smart Car for a few days. And I was saying to myself, “Wow. Jax has lost a lot of weight. Is that really even Jax?” LOL

[@wildricesojourns6546]

I could tell that wasn’t the real Jax. 😂 good one

[@RZ350NC]

At first I was thinking that even Jax got downsized, but it has to be another tabby cat. Good April Fool's video. When I was on the college newspaper, we always had a lot of fun with our first April edition. Take care.

[@ItsME-zb3rw]

April Fools! Lol. Thanks for the laugh

[@kristenluongo5360]

My heart sank until the end! You work so hard to make Miranda function & to keep Jax living like a king. ‘But his cat tree!’. Got me!!

[@ComeJesusChrist]

"Don't look at that!" Shows urine for seconds, until poop bucket becomes the star of the show... Oh, okay, now we know how that is filled up, sitting down...

[@icetruckingyt3134]

You got me!

[@jamesalbright4666]

He’s probably gonna pull a 20 foot trailer with the car.

[@tadghb]

I love your April fools jokes. Almost every year you put out something amazing!

[@IssuesWithMyTissues]

A couple minutes in and I was like "either Eric has lost his mind or this is a really elaborate April Fool's joke." I also was thinking dang Jax sure looks thinner and younger too 😄

[@rebeccahardin1459]

Oh my goodness....Good morning guys...

[@BUSAMASTER08]

You sure can save on your water bill with that recycling filter!😆

[@LaughterOnWater]

The pee jug was the epitome of perfection. Happy April Fools!

[@ScratchingwithHolly]

lol! I love how wonderful Jax's diet is working! It took of 10 years! :)

[@thecynthiadouglas]

You got me. I forgot the date. Got me good! 🤣👍

[@simondavey7787]

Nervous laughter, checks date.....🤪

[@rebeccal2771]

You're a comedic genius. Thanks for the ride.😅

[@barryhuffer8542]

How casually he said " got ma piss jug " 😂😂😂

[@tractorhyatt7044]

Good one, Eric! Happy April Fool’s Day to you and the real Jax! 🇺🇸🚜👍

[@itsjustmelaine3968]

About 5 mins in..I'm screaming April fools!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@MM-gi4uy]

This seems like a good idea, When you get tired of driving, Tater Tot is small enough that Jax can drive it

[@leafgreen9099]

Good one, Eric! You kept a straight face all the way through!

[@JeffRWhitehead]

hahaha - truly appreciate the effort that went into this.

[@stephwillson7161]

You putz!!!! I cried when Miranda pulled out!!! I figured it was a AF, but to see it pull out without you in it....ugh!!!! I love you, you $#;+!!!!

[@MonstermindCEOBdclub]

you missed out on just one more little opportunity there : could have changed the sausage package from CLASSIC JUMBO FRANKS into CLASSIC JUMBO PRANKS 😁

[@lisawhite857]

You had me fooled till I saw the Stunt double of Jax. Then I knew and laughed and laughed!

[@inspiredtowander]

OMG, I was so horrified at your "decision," and I thought you had totally lost your mind! After a minute, I realized what day it was, and I got a good laugh! Thanks for the annual tradition!

[@debbieslaten7529]

I was like I don’t want to watch this! Poor cat!

[@inspiredtowander]

@@debbieslaten7529 Me too! LOL

[@Queeniej53054inmemoryofhntres]

Jax doesn't meow enough lol 😸

[@joelgoff4722]

You got us with our jaws dropped for a few minutes because we did travel in our Prius similar to that on several road vacations, actually great fun for a few short days. So glad we use a RV now but we do plan on another Prius trip soon.

[@LostOnLandAgain]

Well, parking will be so much easier now... :) Well done Eric, well done!

[@DailyOC]

This may or may not be very similar to my camping setup 😂

[@pinknoted]

Nothing like sleeping with your head right next to cat poo 😂 Happy April Fools day, Eric and Jax! You had me tricked for about 3 minutes.

[@barbaratackett3774]

You almost had me then I saw what day it is. Love it!

[@pamlefever1683]

OMG you got me again. Too funny. I was worried at first believed every word lol

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

At first I was thinking, "there aint no way in hell." The first time Jax takes a dump, its going to be "run for your life" time. I never smelled Jan's excrement, but when my cat goes, it's the worst rotten/dead animal/road kill/toxic waste smell you can imagine. Not only do I have to cover it with litter if not buried to neutralize it, I also have to coat it in room freshener spray just to stop my nose hairs from burning!!! I don't know what diet Jax was on, but I want to start it immidately. Not only did he lose weight, he also got younger!!!

[@billbaxter2914]

Great April fools Eric. Jax using the litter box one time, would end that idea.

[@joshuapereira3787]

GOOD MORNING BEAST NOMADIC FANATIC ERIC JAX KZbin 🐈

[@twistedpuppetOG]

I love the commitment to the bit.

[@kegsie100]

This was a long time in the planning. Well done Eric 😂

[@lavernbutler7291]

Be safe! Eric and Jax 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@chrisp755]

You get us every year darn you!

[@KenRogersMostlyOutdoors]

Lol... Best one yet! I was actually a minute or two in before I realized what was happening. Lol

[@gilbertarnold8666]

Great video thank you!

[@cyndir7418]

April fools, that can't be Jax in the car, unless he has shed 10# in the last couple of days or you're downsizing Jax, too LOL....very funny Eric and entertaining. 🤣🤣

[@WhenTheManComesAround]

I was like WTH, but you actually had me all the way to around 4 minutes when you said you used the bucket earlier. But ya really had me going this year haha

[@bubinaromano5798]

I kept thinking hes lost his damn mind !!! I had anxiety.

[@robsycko]

If you get in an accident that piece of plywood is going to cut you in half

[@gingerbruce9397]

It's a joke.

[@bigpoo02]

Shawn is a awesome guy, I wish I could get down there to get some audio stuff done.

[@shibui99]

Eric!!!! Didn't your mama ever tell you "...NEVER scare old folks"? You got me for sure!!!!

[@bobjones1620]

you had me for 2 minutes! Every year you get me.

[@prestonvilla3837]

My wife came out asked me what I was laughing at, haven’t laughed out loud that hard in a while. Thanks Eric

[@youngraines851]

Thumbs up - you & Jax got GUTS with such a drastic change!!!

[@Redlifeministries]

That JUG is a life saver. :-)

[@maryterry5935]

This is one of your best April Fool's jokes ever! Love the "dirty" socks! Thanks for the laugh this morning! :)

[@robsteve7043]

Just starting to watch this video and I was saying he's gone out of his mind and then I realize it's April 1st

[@darlenearmstrong3582]

😂😂😂😂 good joke Eric. Well done. You worked out all the details. When you brought out the Jax stand-in, that's when i realized the whole thing was a joke.

[@WeSRT4]

I was getting ready to comment "WTF!" until I realized what day it was.

[@pavofan59]

I got in about 3.5 minutes and thought you were out of your mind. Then I realised it was April 1st. Good one Eric.

[@hom240]

Looks like Jax lost about 10 1/2 years of age. hehehe Good one Eric.

[@davidpeters265]

Great work Eric.

[@MichaelCooleyisit]

Never a dull moment with Nomadic Fanatic 😁

[@schpoe123]

Ya right April Fools I know you better than that lol

[@VagabondMango]

I knew that wasn’t Jax, but the new rig was a surprise! Awesome video... but I do camp comfy in my 24/7 climate controlled Prius with a 75 pound dog...

[@Pugeranian]

He got me. I forgot that it was april fool's day.

[@GaryNichols50]

Nice and elaborate for an April Fool';s joke. You do go all out and do it right, Eric.

[@davevid45]

Best April fool's day joke ever Eric. Scared us for a little while thinking you might be taken away by people in white coats at any minute.

[@allenheaps2084]

Pretty cool set up actually. I could see something like this working in say a 4-runner SUV type vehicle. They would have the room to accommodate much of the furnishings more comfortably. April fool's, fool! Love ya Eric!!

[@rockdaddio69]

Best April Fools joke of the year! I was suckered in until the radio antenna became the toilet paper holder. Too bad Carolyn didn't think of this one. I could image her beside the shoulder of the road taking a dump, but not Eric.

[@lokicooper4690]

That was a great one! Funny thing is, some people have made "campers" out of Smart Cars. Don't think they're living in them full-time, but they go camping in them.

[@nomadicfanatic]

Oh I know it's possible!

[@enjoyingourdream7957]

April Fools! that is one. You did a lot of work to pull this off, you did get us :)

[@juliecrews5486]

Eric you are an icon! Thanks for going to so much trouble to entertain us!

[@nomadicfanatic]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@ETINFL60]

Thanks for sharing

[@JaamieMaarie]

The magnets could go straight onto the exterior of the car 😂