CAR CAMPING ESSENTIALS YOU NEED

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[@DebHo121]

0:00 Intro 2:35 AeroPress Coffee Maker 3:40 Mosquito Repellent 4:22 Portable Power Station 6:00 Compact Tire Inflator 6:45 Three-Day Necessities Backpack 7:45 OBD (On-Board Diagnostic) Code Reader for Check Engine Lights 8:55 Camp Stove 9:55 Camp Table Super helpful! Adding an OBD for my road trip!

[@kerrybernard6865]

I’ve been car camping/traveling for years and have a few favorites I’d like to mention. For safety : My maxtrax recovery boards have saved me a few times, actually I have a generic brand and they works great. Also love my Garmin InReach. For comfort, love my Geyser Portable shower with pop up shower tent, for cooking love my electric kettle and my JetBoil Genesis (worth every penny) and my best purchase was my roof top cargo box so I can bring tons of goodie’s without cluttering the car. Oh and my dometic portable fridge cuz ice is a pain. 😊

[@roamingreckless]

Tell me more about the fridge!!!

[@tay6410]

@@roamingreckless I bought a used dometic cfx 35 cooler/fridge when I was working on a van build that didn't work out last summer. Have used it the past year in my apartment that doesn't have a full size fridge and I LOVE IT. Planning to use it in my outback soon 😊 they can run off of wall outlets, your cig lighter, and portable batteries like a jackery or solar set up. They have an eco/battery protect mode so they won't kill your battery.

[@kerrybernard6865]

@@roamingreckless I have the Dometic CFX3 35 Liter. Fridge and freezer. They sell a 25 liter too and in hindsight that would have been better. I power it with my bluettui power bank. You can power it AC/DC and solar. No more ruined food from melted ice or having to get ice every 3 days. There are less expensive brands. I’ve heard good things about iceco.

[@roamingreckless]

@@tay6410 awesome! I’m researching now 🤓

[@roamingreckless]

@@kerrybernard6865 sweeet! Good to know!

[@JaneDoe-ov1hb]

IMHO, I think that everyone needs a dog like Blue:) He's the #1 essential 🥴

[@feliciarobinson6872]

Absolutely!!!!

[@roamingreckless]

The most loyal and protective boy 💘

[@gretchenlhommedieu9246]

Yes, Blue seems like a terrific dog. He follows his mom’s every step. A great companion.

[@JaneDoe-ov1hb]

@@gretchenlhommedieu9246 Blue is the absolute best! So smart and gorgeous!

[@shannoninalaska]

First thing I noticed when watching the video.... the dog is very loyal and protective. Very good dog you have there. He is watching your every step and staying by your side.

[@serenityjewel]

I have so, so many but off the top of my head - and with yours being a given - is my BlueLink car system which uses cell and satellite service. I know everyone can't have that but having help and directions ALWAYS available, especially with my ADHD challenges, has been a Godsend. My other ones are a weBoost, electric kettle, rice cooker (you can cook EVERYTHING in a rice cooker), lap table (it goes from the driver's seat to the passenger seat and provides a big level surface so I can cook inside my SUV), 12 volt fridge, bug screens, rain guards, bear spray, folding solar panels, folding 2 burner camp stove, Hot Logic, art supplies, kindle, tablet, phone, and fans.

[@deanobrovo8595]

The Hot logic would be crucial, even more so than the rice cooker or gas stove. Especially for suburban/stealth camping. I do like the Dash rice cooker though, and a variety of gas stoves.

[@serenityjewel]

@deanobrovo8595 Hot logics are great for warming food but they take way too long to cook food. I meal prep once a week, especially when I'm urban camping, so my stove and rice cooker are needed while my hot logic is nice to have.

[@michaelcartledge5562]

Loved the vid as usual I really like the bug deterrent. I have believe it or not taken Listerine, put it in a spray bottle and used it to ward off mosquitoes and other buzzing critters.

[@Drbethturtlewoman]

I keep my car packed for emergencies, so far I have not had to car camp but I prepared. I love your channel and am watching all your uploads. great job

[@robertplantcirca1973]

thanks 4 sharing. I'm getting an Outback this summer after driving a Legacy for years. Can't wait to start car camping with mi dawgg too so these are great tips

[@feliciarobinson6872]

Girl that code reader was a game changer for me! Got mine for $9 at WalMart....it's the same one you have 😁. #GreatMindsThinkAlike #HeyBlue🐕

[@oceanoadriatico]

i needed this video as i'm going to camp for like 3 days in my car and i didn't know where to start, thank u

[@Cutlass_Rudd]

Howdy from your neighbor in Ontario, you definitely hit all the essentials but a few I'd add. Get a bottle of tire slime (the green stuff) put in tire if you run over a nail, it'll seal it. Cheap 6X10 tarp and some twine, tie from roof rack to a tree/bush for rain shelter and shade - a life saver in this heat. Bug window socks, keep bugs out and have a breeze through car at night, they slip over the door frame in 2 seconds when you arrive at your spot. Cheap LED light string, I put them up over grab handles along inner roof and gives nice ambient light at night, runs forever off 3 AA batteries. A beastly hunting knife, serves many purposes, sleep beside it if needed :) If I was a full timer I'd def do a folding solar set up to charge the battery pack and portable AC would be a must

[@roamingreckless]

Awesome thank you!! Solar set up is in the cards for my next upgraded rig 😉

[@meelliemoe]

@@roamingreckless yup the jackery is apparently the greatest thing ever, learned from another channel called travel beans I think.

[@joelogger88]

I'll have to watch more of these car camping videos cause if I ever do start living in my minivan it will feel like an RV in comparison.

[@TheVintageBumbleBee]

The ASMR with the gravel sounds!!

[@amberyooper]

A jump starter pack with a built in air pump would be a really handy thing to have with you when you're on the road. You never know when you might accidentally run down the car's battery for some reason or other. With a built in air pump, you don't have to buy a separate air pump.

[@montyreeves7302]

Most call it an Auxiliary Power Port. I love watching your vids. Stay safe and camp on

[@amberyooper]

cigarette lighter port. 😁

[@penny-by2xf]

Thank you Goin start soon🎉❤

[@ReneaDooserider]

In reach mini and a 330 bio light head light. I love that table. Oriental stores have the butane for my gas one burner much cheaper than Walmart or anywhere else.

[@michaelirizarry5037]

im not a car camper but most of what you showed in this video i keep with me when i am in my car,except for the little stove(but i have the same one you have) . plus i keep a gun and at least3 extended magazines (cause in this world you never know whats gonna happen. those little air compressors are a lifesaver. i carry one in my truck and my nova.

[@jkls369]

Just found your channel. I'm just starting out. In process of building the platform and pull out table and drawers. Thank you and i think your pretty 😍😉😆

[@shannoninalaska]

I might add a portable car battery jumpstarter. They do have the tire inflator and battery jumpstarter and battery bank in one powerful unit so you can maybe combine those together into one and conserve some space (maybe).

[@miniharez]

My must haves 1. ecoflow delta electric generator 2. Thule roof cargo top 3. window cut outs for privacy/sun/cold blocking to fit all my car windows 4. colman collapsible table 5. 2 burner camp stove 6. TV and PS4 7. Hot spot capability from my phone service 8. Yeti cooler 9. 6 inch memory foam trifold mattress 10. organization and problem solving skills😆

[@willk7184]

I also 1) love coffee and 2) hate bugs. You're my soul sister! Great video, really useful info, thanks.

[@johnyu2280]

Great video! And super helpful. Does anyone know the brand of the camp table?

[@rigoanthonyperez2880]

Thank you :)

[@gordongrigsby5172]

well I use to have a yeti cooler and did the ice thing like your doing every other day then I bought a 12 volt fridge that has a compresser and it's much better I can freeze meat or keep it as a fridge no more wet mess any more and I paid 230.00 for mine 26 quart you may want to look into it I have the same power station you have and it can run the fridge for 20 hours before I have to recharge the station but I have a prius v so when the car sits in ready mode it's always charging everything lol sorry for the novel 😀 😉.

[@jewelskeaton]

Gordon, what name brand do u have?

[@gordongrigsby5172]

@@jewelskeaton it's called Joytutus 26 quart 12 volt fridge it works really well.

[@LeilanisJourney]

Thanks...enjoyed seeing your essentials that you need. Do you have a link to your camp table? If not, what brand and the dimensions?

[@roamingreckless]

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[@LeilanisJourney]

@@roamingreckless Thank you very much.

[@susansharp112]

Helpful👍

[@shannoninalaska]

You are probably too young to know what that 'car port' thingy is but it was originally designed to be used for a pop-up car cigarette lighter. I'm old enough to have used one for many years as a young teenager. I don't smoke anymore but in the 80's and 90's they were very common (as well as ashtrays in the car also).

[@barbshubert9667]

What is the ER kit you have? I didn’t catch the name. I keep Luci lights in my car when camping. They are solar and put off perfect lighting at night.

[@vlynn8816]

I just ordered the blanket. Did you see the heated camping chair? How cool is that? Well not for a $199.

[@GiantMeteor2024]

Swiss Army knife, the original multi-tool 🍻

[@briancclevenger]

I have a camp stove like yours and love it, butttttttt I went to get more butane fuel for it and was told there was a shortage of it. So plan "B", I bought a butane adapter hose so that I could use the green bottles of propane and since they are still in the stores and not as of now, shortage, I'm good. They also last longer. P.S. I put the butane cans on my Amazon wish list and they came in stock so I placed an order for like 20 cans, only to be told they is a limit of 4 per customer, there's still a shortage of butane, ugh. Hope this helps and I'll be getting that table you showed, thanks Maria!!

[@lorim4651]

It’s much more economical (and better for the environment) to get a little 5pound refillable propane tank. I got mine at REI. It’s super cute and lasts forever. Much cheaper to refill than buy separate one pounders.

[@bluedoggum8373]

Ok I will try to be short. This is just me not recommending necessarily. I have these super light cargo pants that unzip at the legs. And I pack like 4 t shirts, and thermal underwear for anything cold, a pair of shorts. Socks etc. but that’s it. On towels I swear by those super thin cotton towels? Idk what they are called! Just super thin cotton beach towel throw waste wrap things. Ditch all towels. Maybe a face towel or two. With my towels and those super thin (camping tent thin) zip off pants my entire clothes section boils down to like a couple shoeboxes. I’ve gone way i to the weeds on video gear too. I shot this entire blog on just a gopro. Plus maybe keep the drone. Sure u are gonna lose stuff but gopro with a foam wind muff thing. Idk, I just think it’s crazy what people do (not judging haha) it does everything, it’s the size of a matchbox and I have a little handle on it that turns into a quick tripod. Audio is great. May not work for u but I think you’d be surprised. I’m totally into minimalism though. I hate the extra stuff. I think of it like editing script… edit shit out, edit shit out, edit shit out and put back in only the quality stuff you know for a fact you need… not preaching! Haha just what I do :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3-nqIyqfs6DjsU

[@photoartdesignstudio4096]

A USB coffee mug! Will post the link later!😁

[@roamingreckless]

Please do!

[@kathybelk1333]

Maybe some recovery boards? In case you get stuck.

[@Random-Wanderer232]

With the 12 volt "cigarette lighter" port in te car 👍

[@roamingreckless]

Thank you 😂

[@annarodriguez6808]

I have emergency items also, but mostly I try to prevent problems. Are you doing this video on the side of a road?

[@PEDALSnPROJECTS]

You go in the boonies. I myself will need to be within 10 miles of a store lol

[@yolanda9730]

When you buy something, where do you have it shipped?

[@roamingreckless]

To my PO Box!

[@felixcat9455]

I see the light is off on the hatch. That’s good.

[@roamingreckless]

Yes! I haven’t messed with it since Calvin got it to shut off.

[@1dyrfullymade]

Can you plug that tire inflator into your power station too?

[@DebHo121]

You can. It uses 12v which can be used at the power station as well as the cigarette lighter in your car.

[@jewelskeaton]

Do u have something to jumpstart your cars battery if needed?

[@roamingreckless]

Yep!

[@Bushcraft242]

As a bushcraft survivalist for 25 years we always need to learn more

[@joelogger88]

Too much stuff for me to haul around. I would have to give up my coffee habit and start living off peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

[@docink6175]

that is way to complicated to make coffee before Ive had my coffee.. folgers single brew bags are easier and take up a 10th of the space... even those can be complicated to rip open before Ive had my coffee.. those incense sticks are interesting, I ordered some

[@denisedevaughn544]

What’s the name of the table

[@jamieburns960]

I'm praying that you an your female dog will become as close as you an blue were!

[@simpsimps553]

How does she charge the device that charges her phone/apple watch/etc, solar panels?

[@aramblingheart8paws525]

It’s solar capable but she herself charges it by the alternator, by plugging it in to the car cigarette lighter hole.

[@aramblingheart8paws525]

Question I want to know how much you get paid from KZbin being a full time CarLifer? I’m starting my Car Life in a month with my two Pups Sadie and Brady.

[@mikehunt6179]

You better get your channel rolling and get some subs if you're going to try to be monetized.

[@aramblingheart8paws525]

@@mikehunt6179 I am getting there.

[@mikehunt6179]

@@aramblingheart8paws525 we can start one together. I've had this idea for a while. It's would be called 50 states on first date. Intro would be two strangers on their first date traveling across all 50 states. We could drop a video of every state we're in and what we do there. I'm just kidding about you and I doing that video but it's something that I haven't wanted to do I just haven't found somebody crazy enough to want to do that. I got my Hyundai Veracruz set up to live that life. If I knew I could make a living doing KZbin I would sell my clients to my boss and tell him I would still work for him but remotely just consulting and advising. He does send me on the road a lot and I've been to All the Way North to Canada, south Florida, east to Pennsylvania, and west on Colorado. I would always drive there and then fly back. And the best part about these trips since it's a business trip he paid for everything on every trip.

[@syrinthiawashington-blackb2579]

Sounds like your RIM is bent. That may be the reason of your tire leakage.

[@vlynn8816]

You can so tell the age difference. My power station will power my Keurig coffee maker my electric blanket my phone and tablet and a possible fridge.

[@mikehunt6179]

A real outdoor person like me don't need a stove, all I needed was some wood to build a fire and cooked my food on there. I camped out in my SUV for 5 years but not full time. I spent a lot of time on the road for work and always preferred to drive to where I had to go. I spent many many nights in my truck and you know what? I loved it! But I'm not roaming useless!🤪🤪🤪 As far as essentials you need, I see that you don't have a Mike hunt. That is a must have for your life style.

[@Cutlass_Rudd]

Yeah but its a pain to build a fire in the morning and wait for it to get rocking just to boil water for coffee. These butane stoves are awesome, I've even used it at home for cooking when the power was out, everyone needs one!

[@mikehunt6179]

@@Cutlass_Rudd my comment is just to tease her. I'm also not a coffee drinker that survived 4 yeas sleeping in my SUV.

[@syrinthiawashington-blackb2579]

or cracked

[@edthacow]

Wow this person treats living out of a car as a luxury. First 3 things that she considers essentials are incect replant, making coffee, and a battery. A camp table changed her life lol.