How I pack ALL my camping gear in a Corolla with a Toddler

A lot of people have asked, "Ryan, how do you fit all that in your car!?" And to be completely honest, it wasn't easy...at first. But after playing many rounds of Tetris with my gear, I found a place for everything, well except for my ORU Kayaks. Thank you so much for watching and comment down below if you have any questions or just want to chat about gear!
Detailed list of what's inside: *These are affiliate links. All purchases made using these links help support the channel!
Snow Peak Stacking Shelf Container 25: bit.ly/3SW08QA
Fits one standard bundle of firewood plus kindling
Two Scepter Water Containers 10Liters/2.5 Gal. + two extra 1 gallon jugs
MSR Guardian Purifier:
Have had this one for years! Super easy and reliable filtered water with a fast flow rate.
Snow Peak Low Beach Chairs: bit.ly/3eK2SkQ
Our favorite camping chairs! I also made a video on them if your interested: • Snow Peak Low Beach Ch...
Yeti Tundra 35 Cooler
YETI LoadOut GoBox 30 (Our Pantry) - 6 pack of bagels, bread, tons of snacks, kettle, coffee gear, 10 inch fry pan, extra supplies etc.
Snow Peak Camping Bucket: bit.ly/3CGxQ6A
Foldable dish bin
Scepter Spout:
Perfect attachment for the Scepter Water Container
Snow Peak Utility Bag S Unit: bit.ly/3CICK37
Holds my Baja Burner Stove, Renewed bamboo IGT Short Insert, two hot pads, and a microfiber cleaning cloth
Snow Peak Waterproof Unit Gear Bag 110: bit.ly/3eIK3y4
Snow Peak bowls, plates, utensils, Cutting Board Set M. Salt, pepper, garlic in small mason jars. Also, Porlex coffee grinder, Snow Peak Titanium mug, stack of napkins, and paper towels.
Snow Peak Multi Container M: bit.ly/3T5ZNdw
14 Snow Peak Solid Stakes #30, 4 IGT Low Height (400mm) Legs, Gorilla Tape, Snow Peak Fireside Gloves, Petzl Cordex Lightweight Belay Gloves, Snow Peak Copper Head Peg Hammer, and extra rope.
Snow Peak Multi Container L: bit.ly/3SRmO4l
Barebones Forest Lantern, MPOWERED Luci Solar Lights, 3 to 4 Snow Peak Fuel Canisters - 220g, Snow Peak Giga Power Torch, Two Petzl Headlamps, MSR Handheld Piezo Lighter, and two carabiners.
IGT Three Unit Frame in Nylon Case: bit.ly/3Ull9F4
Review - • My Camp Kitchen: Snow ...
Snow Peak Takibi Fire and Grill: bit.ly/3SD2IKy
Snow Peak Fireside Ottoman
Snow Peak Fireside Tools: bit.ly/3fuceBh
Nice set of tools and easily stores in a compact carry case.
Snow Peak Renewed Bamboo My Table: bit.ly/3RC5RKo
Inside the car (Please be sure to strap everything down before you drive).
Clean Waste GO Anywhere Portable Toilet:
Compact and stable, but a little hard to fold the legs in.
Snow Peak Alpha Breeze: bit.ly/3BuN91D
• Another look at the Sn...
YETI Lowlands Blanket:
Easy to clean and easy to bring! If your thinking about this blanket be sure to check out this video I made: • Yeti Lowlands Blanket ...
REI Pack-Away Bin 140L:
Two Queen Size Pendleton Blankets, Full set of queen sheets, mattress protector, two standard pillows, two 25L REI Pack-Away Cubes (clothing, diapers, toys, etc.). Here is a video I made about using Pendleton Blankets instead of a sleeping bag: • Do You Really Want a S...
2nd REI Pack-Away Bin 140L:
Pendleton Yakima Camp Queen Size, Exped Mega Mat Duo LW +, toddler potty, Snow Peak Floor Cushion, Snow Peak Renewed Single Action Low Table, IGT Sliding Table Extension, jackets, beanies, gloves, and a Rumpl blanket.
Additional items we bring that are kept in a small travel backpack or glovebox include: Anker battery power banks, NOCO GB40 Car Battery Charger, first aid kits, bear spray, knives, whistle, NOCS Binoculars, and extra baby supplies + snacks.
Winter Tent Camping // Snow Peak Alpha Breeze: • Winter Tent Camping wi...
Fall Tent Camping without a Stove: • Fall Tent Camping With...
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[@arrodlaroque]

This is exactly what I needed to see for that extra push to get into camping! I had my doubts about a sedan working to transport me, my partner, and a dog. Thanks so much for the well-made video

[@rtmadani]

So glad to hear this! Hope you all get out camping soon!

[@hotarutomoe4697]

Ohh wow! I’ve been waiting excitedly for this video! Thank you for sharing :)

[@rtmadani]

Of course! Thanks for watching! I hope it helps.

[@dugaldking4688]

Mate that is an impressive effort

[@jamie908]

So much helpful! I appreciate this :)

[@nayelyblanco9732]

Amazing video !!! So detailed , I too drive a Corolla , this will help my organization for camping this year . Thank you

[@rtmadani]

Thank you! I’m so glad it was helpful!

[@PCHwoods]

Excellent video. That’s impressive the amount of stuff you were able to pack in the Corolla. Thanks for the idea of the pack away bins!

[@rtmadani]

Thank you!

[@sergior6249]

So impressive, thank you for sharing. I love what little Snow Peak gear I have. Been camping for years and am just realizing that containers make all the difference. Love how you have it dialed in with maximum efficiency and comfort.

[@rtmadani]

Thanks! Yeah Snow Peak makes some awesome gear! It took a little bit for us to figure out what would actually fit, but it's become much easier now when heading out on a trip. The bins definitely help a lot! Thank you for watching!

[@Sofia-pb4ys]

Organization obsessed person here ! This one is my favorite 🤩

[@rtmadani]

Yes! Keeping things organized definitely helps save time in the end! Thank you for watching!

[@rustyalej]

The video at the beginning was so funny specially when you put the red helmet on your kid. Gotta keep him safe 😂

[@moeracoleenm]

Once again, I'm in LOVE with your whole set up and seeing how you camp with a toddler! My husband and I are trying to find our packing routine for camping as well and I'm really impressed with how you packed everything inside the corolla! I used to have a corolla myself and my was it a challenge. THANK YOU SO MUCH for putting into detail what you put into each container in the description!! :D

[@rtmadani]

Thank you! It definitely was a bit of a process to find a spot for everything but once thats out the way it gets pretty easy to pack!

[@moeracoleenm]

Trying our packing with our yeti load out gear box and x2 of the 140L REI pack away bin!! Thanks to your tips!!! Picked up the Yeti lowland mat as well and trying out the Exped Mat for the first time 💪

[@rtmadani]

​@@moeracoleenm That's awesome! Those bins make our trips so much more efficient! The Exped can be a bit tricky to get all the air out, but with all three of us piling up on top, it's pretty fast! Hope you all love everything!

[@derekmitchell8595]

I deeply appreciate this! Thanks - from a snow peak addict!

[@rtmadani]

Thank you! I’m glad it helped get your fix!

[@moeracoleenm]

I’m a snow peak addict as well 😍‼️

[@rtmadani]

Try living so close to their Portland location…it’s starting to become a slight problem because everything looks amazing in there!

[@moeracoleenm]

@@rtmadani I'm envious!!! It would be good for me, bad for my wallet!! My brother in law lives there, and we cannot wait to plan a trip and make the best out of it purchasing from the Portland FlagshiP!!

[@rtmadani]

​@@moeracoleenm Haha definitely!

[@rkatrails]

Wow! That's a lot of equipment you were able to fit into your car! Great that you lashed down the items in the backseat for safety. I have a Corolla too and I chose my Springbar Compact Tent based partly on the room I have in my car. Though I'd like a taller tent, as a female who mainly camps solo I want a setup that's manageable for me, thus the smaller size. I also have a Teton Adventurer Cot, and other smaller accessory equipment. But I don't want to exhaust myself loading and unloading my car and the Compact is 20 lbs vs a Vagabond at 50 lbs, so I think I'll be happy with my selection.

[@rtmadani]

I have to do an updated packing video soon, things have changed quite a bit with the addition of a roof box. The SB compact is going to be nice and like you said much more manageable then a larger model.

[@robertsegura6451]

Just goes to show you don't need a Jeep to go enjoy the outdoors, great packing technique.

[@rtmadani]

Couldn't agree more! Thank you!

[@snusmumriken232]

Nice! Where does the Exped mattress go? In one of the packaway boxes? That’s my bulkiest item.

[@rtmadani]

Thanks! Yeah we keep it in one of the pack away bins, along with some other items for in the tent.

[@stanleychen4434]

My cross country road trip to yellowstone truly made me interested in camping but I just don't know how to. During my road trip I stopped by so many national parks that I could have camped at (sad face). Can you make a vlog on whats a typical camping day and how you use the gear?

[@rtmadani]

That sounds like an amazing trip! As long as you keep your camping gear minimal/purposeful and organized it’s pretty easy to set everything up! I’ll try to get something up here showing how I use everything in more detail. Thanks for watching!

[@maian7845]

What camera u use? I love the clear and clean resolution of your videos

[@rtmadani]

Thank you! I use an iPhone 12 mini for recording.

[@KeqiangZhu]

really good video! enjoy life

[@rtmadani]

Thank you!

[@habituallinestepper8839]

Lol you’re first car looks like mine camping almost.😂

[@rtmadani]

It happens sometimes 😆

[@andy_matuschak]

Thank you for your helpful videos! Maybe a foolish question: what do you do with all this stuff when you're away from camp during the day, on hikes/swims/etc? This is heavy gear, so I'm (naively) guessing you're not carrying it far from parking lots in national parks? Have you had concerns or issues around theft or vandalism?

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thanks a lot! Totally valid question, especially as theft is unfortunately an increasing issue all over the place. When we're camping at national parks, we always try to pick campgrounds with hikes and waterfalls fairly close to where we're set up. In some case, we can even see our set up from the distance. However, when we go on hikes, usually shorter ones for an hour or so, there's definitely always a chance of theft. We always leave all of our lights around camp and inside the tent on with a couple pairs of shoes out staging someone may be in the tent, but honestly it's always a gamble. We try to save longer activities (such as spending hours on the beach) for either before we set up or on the last day after packing up. An easy way to do this is reserving a campsite by paying for it and placing a tablecloth down with some other items less valuable to claim your site. This way you can enjoy your time doing these activities and not have to worry about loosing a good campsite or worse getting your stuff stolen. I think there's always a chance of theft whether at campgrounds or dispersed. At least at campgrounds there are usually other campers around to help out if someone's trying to cause trouble. Dispersed you have to just hope that no one will mess with you. Another thing to keep in mind, a lot of people who go camping usually have weapons like axes, knives and sometimes even guns. So it's always a risky situation in the mind of a thief when approaching people camping. I recommend always keeping your car keys close by as you can always press the panic alarm button to deter any unwanted visitors and alert for help. I know this probably goes without saying but when your in a dangerous situation where someone is threatening to cause harm to you, always use your best judgment to protect yourself and family, not your stuff. Fortunately, we haven't had any issues yet, but it's definitely always a concern. Thanks for bringing this up because a lot of people probably have the same concern, so it's definitely an important thing to be aware of while out there!

[@andy_matuschak]

@@rtmadani That's really helpful-thank you!

[@rtmadani]

@@andy_matuschak Of course! Thanks for bringing this up!

[@rkatrails]

@@rtmadani I have all the same concerns. If I'm car camping and go on long day hikes, I literally break down my expensive stuff, put it in the trunk and set it back up when I return. That's still not a guarantee that my stuff is secure, they can just as easily break into the car, but it's at least a little deterrent.

[@MrCacarocha]

Damn…that’s like thousands worth of equipment??

[@rustyalej]

What type of container you use to transport water. I used couple from Amazon but they leaked. I’m using the sea to summit xl water works but doesn’t give me enough of it.

[@rtmadani]

We've been using the Scepter 2.5 gallon water containers. They don't leak, but the water has a strong plastic taste after sitting in there for a day, so I don't recommend them for drinking water. I've been looking at some options to get also and I'm thinking the Stanley Adventure Fast Flow 2 gallon is probably good. I also bring an extra 1 gallon arrowhead water jug and my 1 Gallon Yeti Rambler jug.

[@rustyalej]

I just got home from camping and I apply some of the packing techniques of yours and also got another 😂 delivery from snow peak. Dude this camping thing is addictive

[@rustyalej]

I’m eyeing the low chair beach. What’s your thoughts since you were using them. I got the Nemo recliner. I do like it but I’m over the moon about it

[@rtmadani]

​@@rustyalej Nice, hope you had a great time out there! What Snow Peak gear did you pick up? It's a good thing to be addicted to other than the upfront cost haha!

[@rtmadani]

​@@rustyalej They're great chairs! They have you sitting upright as opposed to reclining which is good for cooking and eating while sitting. You can still kick back and relax if you add the fireside ottoman. They're awesome chairs and I definitely recommend them!

[@salsalvio821]

Be careful when bringing firewood with you when not camping near the wood source. You might be bringing disease and pests that may damage the ecosystem

[@rtmadani]

Excellent point to bring up! I always purchase local firewood harvested in Oregon/Washington forests, I’m not sure if that covers what your referring to though. I’ve had some bad experiences when purchasing wood within a close proximity, as the wood is usually the worst kinds. Maybe I’ll have to start gathering my own while I’m out there.