I bought a camper

[@OVRLNDX]

IM LOVING THIS NEW VIDEO FORMAT!!

[@SwellRunner]

Thanks Marco!

[@gogerwi]

Jason, Good to have you back, your video style is quite unique, unlike most overlander channels I follow but I like it. Congrats on the AT camper, it's cool. Looking forward to seeing your channel grow. FYI, I'm too old to be stoked.

[@davidclark291]

CONGRATS. I HAVE A HABITAT CAMPER ON SHORT BED TACOMA WITH A DECKED SYSTEM. BEST TRUCK CAMPER EVER. I ALSO BUILT OUT THE BACK WITH A WATER SYSTEM, PORT POTTY, COOKING AREA. BEST ADVENTURES …AND MORE COMING

[@tomsmith2215]

Been a fan a long time. Sweet new setup. Love your style and business mindset

[@4dustyroads44]

Congratulations Jason! I put an AT Atlas on my ram truck in September and I absolutely love it. I had Goose-Gear do a build out on the interior and I couldn’t be happier. I originally had the deck system but pulled that out to give me more usable space. Looking forward to seeing more videos soon hopefully!

[@markj10]

Nice choice!! Your thought process is the exact reason I’m in AluCab Khaya camper; $19k OTD, removable, dust free, 3-4 season with Air heat, fits most mid and full size trucks, fairly light 1000lbs and excellent AluCab quality!!

[@jasonhamula4106]

Happy for you! Happy to see you getting out again.

[@flappinshad6973]

Gosh, I really miss your overlanding adventures! Hope to see more frequent uploads!

[@downbytheriver501]

Also, you're about to experience the main issue I face every day when I'm camping up in montana through the winters in my truck camper full time: condensation! Those little buddies put out massive condensation. The Olympic wave is a lot better, burns cleaner, and is more efficient (get the 6 for that space) but still puts out a fair amount of condensation....which will end up all over the cold spots in your tent. Regardless, it's a lot better than being cold.

[@SwellRunner]

I agree. The little buddy is really a temporary solution. This isn’t a great cold-weather camping setup - it’s a DOABLE cold-weather setup. I plan on trying a diesel heater at some point as well. I’ll check out the Olympic one you mentioned

[@downbytheriver501]

13:16. Yeah, gopro has their media mod that has a pretty decent built in microphone. "Works for hero 9 and 10" Seems to be more set up for vlogging, so it captures sound in front and behind. I just got mine a couple weeks ago and seems to really do great. Not so much in winds over 15mph. My next vid has a lot of footage captured with it in case you want to hear what its like. Cheers!

[@SwellRunner]

Awesome! I’ll have to check that out! I wanted to do more in truck GoPro talking head shots because my camera/mic is too big to fit on the dash!

[@downbytheriver501]

@@SwellRunner yep I had the same issue. Really hard to put a canon vixia HF g60 and rode mic on my dash, hahahaha

[@elpinchestig3362]

KZbins algorithm is horrible, I found your Channel awhile back. I watched all the videos and so I subscribed, but then I remember you taking a break I figured you’ll pop back up on my recently uploaded eventually. Didn’t think it would be 2 years later I missed so much!!! Well I guess I’ve got a lot of watching to do now kinda bitter sweet lol love the videos/editing keep up the great work👍🏽

[@SwellRunner]

I hate KZbin for that very reason.

[@WolfOverland]

I need to do a solo trip again... I always miss the kids and feel guilty when i do go alone! Love the setup! I would ditch the decked! Had it in my tundra.. dead weight and wasted space. Build a half platform and use those frontrunner and plano boxes! I'm in the same boat with my new diesel gladiator build. 2 kids and myself and sometimes the wife. going alu-cab topper and 4 person rtt. Really wanted the alu-cabin too but you are correct on price and small tent. Cant wait to see your setup in action!

[@MV-Dan]

Awesome buy. Looking forward to seeing this thing in action

[@WeekendWarrior604]

New subscriber here! Saw you in one of Lifestyle Overland’s videos and really digging your rig! Going to follow your adventures for sure! 🤙

[@SwellRunner]

Welcome aboard!

[@fromlove111]

I really like your setup for many of the same reasons you made your decision. My biggest concern is heating the sleeping space safely. I could be living in mine nearly full-time in very cold conditions. I'm looking forward to see how the buddy heater works for you and your future adventures. Thank you for sharing your experiences!

[@mikecorey13]

That thing is sweet!! I’ve been wanting one for a while now. Congratulations!

[@guidok3762]

Great video, love the way you make this you tube films, In my opinion one of the best!! And I watch them almost all🤪

[@SwellRunner]

Thank you! 🙏

[@dandersonjr]

I too was excited about the Alu Cabin till I found out that it was permanently mounted into the bed of the truck. Thinking about an Alaskan truck camper.

[@frankmabry3641]

Awesome purchase, I have the Alu-Cab Canopy on my Tacoma which works for me. My experience is it will take several trips to get your set up dialed in. Looking forward to watching your build.

[@SwellRunner]

Yep! I’ve done new “solutions” like this a few times. I’ll get it dialed and figure out what works.

[@ericschmidt3759]

I'm looking at a setup like this on my Tacoma. Habitat, Decked system, Please explain how you can't access the drawers with it closed up, can't you just open the tailgate and hatch?

[@timothyholtjr.8600]

Great video and glad to see ya back!! Happy holidays and safe travels!!

[@woolengrappler]

Your videos really are something else. Your editing and ability to tell an interesting story if really great. You have a unique style! Thanks!

[@mrdale8820]

Great setup, but I had to chuckle when you mention the high cost of some of the campers when you have a $100k AEV Prospector.

[@SwellRunner]

Ah. But that’s where I got ya! I didn’t pay anywhere NEAR that for mine.

[@mrdale8820]

@@SwellRunner Wow...I've been looking for one for a long time $98k-$110k...I need to shop where you do! Awesome truck.

[@irishknight1451]

We love white sands! March of 2020 My family of 5 drove from daytona beach FL to Visit my Aunt and Uncle in Las Cruces. It was an amazing trip! We can’t wait to go back!

[@kart_racing8566]

Hey what tactical style green blacks pants your wearing ? Love the rugged style hook me up with the brand and or a link ?

[@SwellRunner]

Fjallraven vidda pro

[@NickMango]

I actually had the same issue. Wife, kid and 2 dogs. Those slide ins are expensive and too small. I bought a Snap Treehouse about a week ago. It’s incredible how much room you get for the money. Good luck with yours 👍

[@jeffgreene3059]

That’s an awesome truck/camper. Mr.. Koertge I’m jealous. Keep it up ol chap

[@turnerfamilyadventures8392]

Congrats and welcome to the atoverland family! We love our habitat on our Tacoma. We sleep 2 adults and 2 kids in ours. If you see us in Florida, Georgia, or Tennessee please say hi!

[@Eric_Broome]

I absolutely LOVE the camper! I have a v1 gfc now and if I was to do it over again I would have gone this route. Can’t wait for the next video and the next adventure

[@HolyFuzzyM.G]

Looks awesome!! The roofs is tall so you can cook on a stove an not melt the tent Nice. Happy trails🇨🇦

[@steventolbert6804]

Looks awesome, Floridan here in central FL. Enjoy the area and maybe see you out on the trails.

[@cmorris1611]

Another great video and Im super stoked for you on your new Habitat, brother!

[@harryburns9397]

The group at AT installed a Summit on my Bison in 2020. They were top knotch. I'm always solo so I didn't need the roomier Habitat and I wanted to carry kit on roof rack. I too have the sliding window on PS and the solid door on DS... but my solid door opens downward and is supported by cables - giving me a table pass through when open. I built out the bed myself and now that I know what I did wrong it may be time for version two point oh no. I chuckled at the condensation comment..... as I recall you have a history with wet tent material.....

[@SwellRunner]

Nice! Sounds like a great setup! I like that side door option you did. Mines a little tall for that - still trying to reconcile the height challenges. Lol. Condensation comes with heat, moisture and cold weather - just something to manage!

[@bunttom9007]

Hey great find man! Looks great and solves a lot of problems. Glad you’re making videos again

[@erichughes9098]

Something to think about thank you for that 😎👍

[@texlee84]

I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the AT Habitat I had on our previous PW. I have seriously considered going back to one for my new truck but everything looks goofy on a 8ft bed. I'd suggest dropping the Decked drawers and doing a build out with the GG stuff built for the AT systems. Enjoy your new topper, they are quality.

[@maxvanrunkle1052]

Thanks Jason, I am a long time subscriber and have always enjoyed and loved your youtube videos......You are a good hearted guy.......I remember when you got your thumb smashed!! We've come a long way since then!...........please let us know how your new setup does in the ......wind?!?!..........Take care, Merry Christmas/Happy New Year!!, Max........hope to see you on the trail some day..........

[@SwellRunner]

Merry Christmas!

[@chrishoward4546]

Very nice rig setup 👌 great job sir enjoy merry Christmas 🎅

[@steadygleamin5541]

Very cool. First time I’ve seen that setup and it’s impressive.

[@dougsmith7195]

I always thought the overlanding thing was cool but I prefer my 17’ travel trailer, I can take it down rough logging roads and goes anywhere I want. Has a wet bath , solar, fridge and furnace. Look at the Escape 17B, Fibreglass, built in British Columbia!

[@mattclegg1086]

Cool video. You think w/additional slabs you could sleep 3 people? Looking forward to seeing how you build up on it.

[@hojjatahangarikiasari7670]

How do you like your decked system? I got a toco trd or and i'm in doubt buying one

[@SwellRunner]

It’s a funny thing. I don’t love it but it certainly works for what it is. The drawers are massive, but the back 18” or so is very hard to reach. I like the idea of built out storage, but the decked system is very rugged and doesn’t leak. Gonna keep it for a while and see how it goes

[@The_Mustang_Den]

Great times! That was The Moon and Venus

[@robertlanzetta]

Congrats!! Hope to see many more videos from you soon!

[@SwellRunner]

Me too! And thanks!

[@Paintbl99]

I love that AEV. That topper will be great too!

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

Glad to see you back at it! Excited you picked the AT Habitat! Welcome to the fold Habitat brother. You should join the FB group.

[@jimmynicholson4376]

You should come to Baton Rouge, LA and I’ll take you to the original Canes. We get the 32 oz cup full of the sauce for crawfish boils to dip the potatoes and corn in.

[@SwellRunner]

Oh man. 🤤

[@vazquezherb1]

awesome!!! Can't wait to see your new adventures...

[@garyschapiro893]

Very cool. Habitats are still hard to beat with all the space they provide. Always enjoy the videos Jason, finally subscribed LOL.

[@SwellRunner]

Thank you! 🙏

[@Nolgore]

Missed these style videos, looks sweet Jason

[@soccerjt2]

So excited for this!

[@USAF-SF]

Hey Jason, FYI, I ran the Decked system on my 2014 PowerWagon for the first couple of years after I bought it. Later on, I purchased an ARE topper and mounted a Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform on top, and that was when I had to change directions. Items located in the front of the bed were just a pain in the butt to deal with, climbing in and out to access those items, not exactly a thrill for these old worn out knees. Sold my Decked system to another Ram owner, purchased a bed slider, and couldn't be happier!!! Jus' sayin', Ram guys gotta stick together...

[@SwellRunner]

That’s great feedback! Do you think the bed slider would be fine to stand on when we’re on the camper?

[@USAF-SF]

@@SwellRunner Absolutely!!! I have a 1000 lbs slider and I can't imagine I would ever need one rated for more than that. Fully extended and I can stand on it with no worries at all.

[@michaelstevens655]

Glad your back brother!

[@eradicator187]

He's gone again.

[@kenmcdougal97]

I was hoping you would get the alu cab. But I'm happy for you ☺ it looks good and functional

[@MooseModePXL]

Do you think that will do the Georgia Traverse? I want to myself but I’m always worried the Ram is too big.

[@bluesyoucanuse]

Nice setup! Question, where do you get the Orange Bear Hoodie?

[@SwellRunner]

Haha. Yes!! That’s lifestyle Overland’s hoodie. It’s my favorite. Overlandstyle.com

[@bluesyoucanuse]

@@SwellRunner it is sweet! Thanks for the info👍🏼

[@justinhilliard1908]

Love the content and the AT Habitat. What cold weather gear are you wearing? It's the same as XO in their new Last Frontier Series but I can't seem to figure out what it is. Thank you Jason!

[@justinhilliard1908]

NM found it! Great Content...I also have a full size diesel and they seem to be gaining popularity. Looking forward to your next videos.

[@SwellRunner]

What cold weather gear are you referring to?

[@Tastewithnewdrinks]

Amazing camping.

[@dougg8280]

Great video. I would love a video on why you got rid of the Turtleback. It seems like it had capabilities that you have not replaced.

[@kart_racing8566]

Love your vids just starting watching your KZbin channel over thanksgiving looking to buy a 2019 4Runner and do a similar set up, I have a XJ jeep right now set up for overlanding but want something new and for the wife and kids with a turtle back trailer !!!!

[@SwellRunner]

4Runners are great! Thanks for watching!

[@black_widow_overland]

I dig it. 🤘🏻. Safe travels dude.

[@J.Young808]

Know that you LOVE Raising Cain’s. Was just going to comment along those lines until you mentioned it. Didn’t know the Yerbamate though

[@joselynflores3553]

I have BEEN wanting the habitat ! I there’s not enough videos out there about someone living in it just a lot of reviews about the specs on it which is great but I would love to see someone living out of it! Subscribing to see future videos of you and your kids enjoying the habitat!

[@justymedia3527]

Cane's + Yerba Mate is a vibe!!

[@billwaterhouse5894]

Yes sir, very much enjoyed it. Safe travels, looking forward to this...mmm...season of new videos?

[@SwellRunner]

Perhaps!

[@ACEventure]

Nice video, I think it’s a really neat solution.

[@charlesbridgeport7974]

Great video, Jason. Looking forward to seeing a long term review. Also, what's the update on the homestead?

[@wvoutdoorsman5326]

Very nice!!! One of my favorite overland rigs👌

[@Roger.ludvigsen_ARM.Overland]

That looks awesome 👌

[@PrestonGladd]

Wait I thought you moved to Utah? Its funny how everyone is moving to Rams and these caps, I was one of the first to go this route and all my buddies with jeeps made fun of me saying I was too big and heavy, now they all have 3/4 ton Rams with pop top campers! 🤣

[@robbiestevens8194]

White Sands is a pretty cool place. Next time try Blakes Lotta Burger. Way better than McDonalds.

[@SwellRunner]

Oooo. Will do!!

[@azwldcat13]

Hey Jason, whenever you get tired of the AEV Ram, please let me know. It looks awesome.

[@SwellRunner]

Man the only thing I’d replace this with is another PXL

[@mtbales0805]

Happy for you but I hope you will will be happy with it as you have gone through so many different set ups.

[@KEHahn]

Did you windsurf in Miami in the mid 80's?

[@RustinRoberts]

Jason hows your gas mileage on your 2500 with the weight?

[@StephenShreds]

Jason don’t take this the wrong way. The drink is pronounced erba maté. On another note congrats on the camper!

[@keither7731]

Hi Jason: Who is that walking on the left side of the screen at 5.32

[@SwellRunner]

🤷‍♂️

[@RoamingLost]

Congrats on the camper!

[@jonathonmcmillan9410]

Burger Time was SO MUCH BETTER than McDonalds. Talk about a real Green Chile Cheeseburger... Sad to see them gone!

[@SwellRunner]

It would have been good. I’m generally not a McDonald’s fan… but I love green chilies

[@ThomasPetzwinkler]

Outstanding video as always! Welcome back to the fold. I understand getting away from our creation lives and living normal lives at times. I do the same at my channel .Good to see you again!

[@sunj8286]

how much for the camper?

[@oz8799]

Nice setup 👍

[@johnsonsadventurequest]

Saw you on Kevin's channel. You're a good friend. New Subscriber.

[@unodfredy]

Raising Canes is life

[@jonnyt16]

Slick setup. I considered the Alu-cab camper as well but cringed at the price. I'd ditch the deck drawers and outfit your truck bed with a Bedrug bedliner...makes everything nicer and a lot more cozy. Build or buy a simple storage solution for one side of the bed so like you said you can access without having to go outside. Congrats. Great looking rig.

[@jayamos456]

Looks like your gearing up for a trip to Alaska?

[@jayamos456]

What would it take to get you to come to Alaska?, Memorial or Labor Day weekend, Alaska Roof Top Tent Spring 2022 Member Weekend

[@StephenShreds]

Are you in Alaska?

[@jayamos456]

@@StephenShreds yes…Palmer

[@StephenShreds]

@@jayamos456 nice I’m in anchorage

[@FredAmaya8]

Is "not to bad" good..?

[@timfontenot2911]

Bought a set of the Claymore lights. Make good spot light, but terrible flood or camplight. Be careful taking advice on products that were freebies from KZbin celebrities. Sorry Jason, still love your videos, glad to see you back.

[@2KidsConTent]

Everyone that uses the ARB hose will eventually have that leak.

[@thecorpsofdiscovery]

very nice!

[@evilcam]

The Habitat was probably the right decision, as the only real drawback you get with a Power Wagon is its payload capacity. It's nowhere near the payload that you get with other 3/4 ton trucks, because of the need to make it articulate with the rear coil springs and shocks. That means a big camper would easily hit or exceed payload, without any gear. This Habitat only adds a bit of weight and even with gear and passengers, should keep you well under that payload limit. 1500 lbs is a big number, but a traditional camper would eat that up fast. As no doubt, would an Alu-cab. Though the Alu-cab would still be lighter and keep you under payload limits, that plus gear plus passengers would probably get you up to that limit real fast. The regular RAM 2500 has a payload over 4,000 lbs, so while those could work with a big heavy camper, the PW is best suited to something just like that Habitat. Also, I dig the shoutouts to Tacoma Beast and Venture 4WD. I like both channels, and am happy to see you like them too. Especially Chris Shontz, who I consider The Boss of youtube overlanders. I hope you dig the Habitat, and get a lot of great trips with you and your kids out of it.

[@donleamon8653]

First off, that is not a Power Wagon. Second, guys get their panties in a bundle over the PW’s payload, due solely to the springs. NOTHING ELSE (ok it has a different link to the front axle for more articulation). It is a 2500, period. Daystar cradles and AirLift bags in the rear preserve the drop articulation while providing the carrying capability needed for more payload. I speak from experience having had a FWC Hawk on my PW for the past four years with thousands of miles off-road.

[@sierramantrvlnus]

Yay!

[@titaniummaster1532]

Wonderful

[@J.Young808]

You do have a Tractor now so you can take the AT Habitat off. (Guessing

[@SwellRunner]

Yep. Gonna build a pallet rig to lift it (like what they used at the shop).

[@psfphotography]

Looks like a Wildernest camper they made in the 90's

[@iwishiknew10]

Yep, happy face

[@guidok3762]

Subscribed, greetings from the Netherlands

[@SwellRunner]

Greetings!

[@VanAllenVlogs]

San Antonio!!!!

[@Yettee0201]

18:45 to see the camper

[@johndiaz7240]

👍