My RV Evolution Last 4 Years

Describing all of my RV's since 2009.

[@AzimuthTao]

As someone who is contemplating retiring in a trailer (and knows next to nothing about that lifestyle), I really appreciate the honest and down to earth quality of your videos.

[@gregoryjohnson6368]

Heyyyy.... I'm contemplating the same thing. Watching Eric's adventures for tips and tricks. Let me know how you're doing as you discover RVing. ☀️

[@rubbersole79]

That's a wild ride! Home is where Jax's litterbox is. Some great experiences gained. Thanks for sharing them.

[@MartyLInTheDoghouse]

Great story Eric. Nice to see Jax was with you through all of the transitions. I'm sure you gained a wealth of knowledge since you hit the road. Have an awesome day !

[@nomadicfanatic]

Marty L. Trial and error, yes. :)

[@DeeSova]

You did a great job sharing your story!! Thanks for that. Currently I'm a truck driver with Swift and my hubby gave up his job of 22 yrs so that I could live my OTR dream. I began with this company solo December 7th 2013, the day after you began your blog. By January 2014, my hubby joined me. And by April 2014, we made the decision to move out of our apartment and put our things in storage. It wasn't long before we realized we were throwing money out the window paying rent, electricity, cable, internet, a car note and insurance on 2 vehicles....we sold one. We are looking for an RV as well because we found that we love the mobile lifestyle. This is the happiest we've been in 8 years!

[@pegb856]

Nice story and very well done.

[@PAPATexas]

Cool, I remember seeing this years ago! You have come a long way Eric!

[@WestCoastRoller]

Wow! You have experienced many different RV setups....that knowledge is priceless.. because what a lot of people looking to own one don't realize is that until you acually try them out... pros and cons,.. you don't know what to get. Great story.

[@XaraFiasco]

I LOVE your channel !! So many people do this here in Australia too!. I think the internet is profoundly changing the way we see each other and is highlighting alternative ways to live. This is so exciting. I love your cat!!!!! :))

[@annerobinson570]

fantastic story i have been following you for over a yr now this is the fist time i read your story of how you got started. wow great job lots of inspiration for me.

[@RVwithTito]

I enjoyed hearing your story Eric. Thanks for the timeline. Let the story continue....

[@floridadanrvman6528]

Hey Eric, great video bro.I've been living this life style on and off for years. god got to love the vans.lol thank you take care my friend

[@rollingtinfist]

I'm totally re-inspired man. I remember a guy I used to work with many years ago. He was close to retirement but had the vitality of a man decades younger. We all thought he would just cash in his chips and get a McMansion in Florida. However, he said he was going to sell his house, buy his RV, and take his wife all over the US. It was such a mind-blowing thing for us younger guys back then. The man died about a year or so after he retired. I can still see the freedom etched on his face, even when he was working a job more suited in pace to someone half his age. Keep 'em coming. I know I will do either a tiny home or RV one day. Who knows, maybe even both. :)

[@902auntmeme]

Wow! That's quite a story! Thanks for sharing.

[@jayrocplie]

Your story brings back so many memories I have from living in my campervan. I lived in mine for a year on vancouver island ...looking back it was the best year of my life...since finding your channel..I've been thinking about doing it again...the simple life! Keep on trucking Eric and Jax!!

[@lindabond5002]

Eric, I gotta say this, people go thru hard times all the time, but you did it with your cat. that makes me want to give you a big hug, I believe that is an awesome dedication. Never give up a living creature to make your life easier.

[@Fanzindel]

From 7k to 200k subscribers. Congrats Eric! Your commitment to the channel is evident in every detail. What a journey. Thanks for sharing!!

[@TexCynRVLife]

Thanks for sharing your past living situations, which brought you to your current one. It is nice to have the interior space isn't it! Kitchens & bathrooms are a big plus in my book.

[@ASolitaryWolfRV]

This was a really great video Eric! Thanks for sharing the journey!

[@gabrield5060]

This is my first time posting on youtube. I really enjoy your videos and experiences. I am currently finishing my PhD in Physics here at University of Guelph in Canada. A few of my friends that have finished their degrees can't find any jobs and am looking to get a class C rv as a backup when I finish. I originally came from Abbotsford BC and really enjoy the landscape, mountains and trees that I see in your videos and it reminds me of back West. I think you are doing a great job posting and editing your videos and always look forward to watching another video of yours. Wish you the best.

[@EricLehner]

You have the crisp factual delivery of Jack Webb of Dragnet... You either keep good notes or have a superb memory! Cheers.

[@TheDstark408]

I have enjoyed watching your videos and just wanted to drop a quick note to say so. Also, being a cat person who has had to good fortune to share my life with some wonderful cats, your Jack is truly one of a kind. Look forward to watching the rest of your work.

[@jdeoleo27]

Awesome video and narration! Great job.

[@reflectionofpower8339]

This was a neat doc on how you are where you are now.

[@red19841984]

Damn I thought I went through shit, much respect to you sir and jax.

[@nomadicfanatic]

gary gavina It's an evolution. I'm happy where I'm at now. :)

[@anonymousdevildog1406]

Watching in 12 2019. You have come a long way bro.

[@normancoutts7616]

Nice story and well told. I enjoyed watching it a lot. Thanks for posting.

[@SandraLC7]

Thanks for doing the story of your exploits so far. Lots of good lessons you passed on.

[@larryisme1]

So far, the best doc about your history in and living situation i've seen so far. Glad to subscribe to your channel. Just about a half dozen videos in of yours and find 'em down to earth, informative and most enjoyable. Great job.

[@NoProGoPronto]

Well done Eric! You are the real deal my friend. You have tons of experience with the RV life and it seems to serve you well. Thanks for sharing your story. Way cool!

[@bobshaw4063]

Great story. You sure had your trials and tribulations going from RV to RV. Thanks for posting this vlog.

[@amybroadhead888]

Thank you for showing this. I think I may have gotten too hung up over purchasing the perfect first-time rv. Great reminder of how wants/needs will probably change as one sets out to live on the road.

[@michaelh7047]

What a story i loved every second of it,be safe.......

[@beahoney7]

LOVE Your Story!! Way to GO!! You really INSPIRED Me!!! Thank You and GOD Bless You Eric!!

[@larrysalomon1632]

good job on the video.. I watch all and really enjoy them. I have been RVing for some 45 years but never full time. Great lifestyle.. Keep the videos comming...Larry, Kittery Maine..

[@TheGeoJG]

Thanks for sharing your history.

[@brucedavidson9702]

as i search daily i keep finding gems from the past like this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gregoryjohnson6368]

I know you would not have anywhere near enough time to read all the comments that must come pouring in 24/7. But just have to say your transitioning process looks to be a natural and positive progression. Awesome!!! All the best for a great day Eric. ☀️

[@Amig68]

You bought your Tioga on my birthday! Awesome. You've been through a ton of vehicles in four years! Keep going!

[@THEMOWERMEDIC1]

Great channel. Seriously. Have a good day sir

[@mrsmonkeydoodle]

Wow, you really went through the rigs.

[@upnorthof60]

Awesome! I just started my journey with this van Lifted 4X4 Chevy Van Conversion I'm looking forward to many adventures ahead!

[@CarlottaART]

Hi Eric been going back and catching some of your previous videos. Glad to get a chance to watch this one. It was wonderful and very informative. I really enjoy watching your journey....you too Jax!

[@jg-xx8oh]

Well done Eric!

[@ManlyBurp]

I was wondering how the progression went. I see it wasn't easy but you've bartered your way along and ended up with a nice rig. You did a great job with the video! Thanks for sharing.

[@riverjackz1931]

Wow...you definitely have a history with homes on wheels... I'm surprised you never went the VW camper route... I owned my first one many years ago in college ~ it was a 1976 camper that I lived in for several years while attending school...good times. Since then I've owned various homes on wheels and now have both a 1991 Ford Econoline conversion van that I mostly use as my work horse . I took out the two back seats so I can carry all my music equipment and still use the bed to sleep in when doing overnight gigs. But my real love is my 1987 Toyota Sunland Express that I recently bought back in November of 2013...it has 50,000 miles on it and is in mint condition. I've been living in it ever since in my back yard and doing little trips here and there... Anyway, you so inspire me to live this way and I have learned so much from your videos. I can't wait to see your movie you've been working on. Thanks Eric ( and Jax ) for all you do. Safe travels brother...Peace

[@taskforceripper91]

Wow what an amazing story... from living out of a van to a college graduate. Anything is possible if you don't quit just keep moving forward. Thanks for sharing.

[@Dontask443]

Just purchased a 1978 Dodge Minnie Winnie.... $800 and we love it. Pretty cool to see you had the same year!

[@cnmatl7]

Great story! Kept my attention until the end!!!! Can't wait for the next story. SIDE NOTE: Took your advice on the Bear Extender and have been RVing in Alaska for the last 4 weeks. Haven't had a problem getting FREE WiFi everywhere. My wife has an iPad and has to be within 3 inches of the router to get reception. 3 times we were near motels with locks on the WiFi and we called the front desk and asked for the code. Got it every time !!! Thanks again....

[@flatfour7506]

This video is the second one I’ve watched after subscribing. Love the quick cronology of your vehicle swaps. So interesting to me. Everyone can relate to vehicle changes and this is memorizing. Thanks Dave at liberty lake wa.

[@angelaobrien193]

Thanks, Eric! Great video!

[@StevenBagley]

Awesome man! I love following your adventure. I'm glad you made this to show the ups and the downs. Keep up the good work with the channel bro.

[@doletawood5061]

enjoying catching up on some Eric and Jax. I can't wait to retire and hubby and I can start our adventure.

[@totallyleftfield]

and this is why I subscribed, the quality and detail you put into your videos and of course the sharing, Thanks and Cheers ;)

Thanks for the history round-up. I think you've had difficult times, but things ar elooking better now I guess. I'm just sorry for the loss of your car recently. Hang in there bro.

[@sheric3740]

Well spoken. Not one um or uh in the story...nice. The message I got out of your story is that you should buy a used motor home on a rainy day to check for leaks. Thanks for another great Nomadic Fanatic tip.

[@GeorgeWells00]

This video gave me shivers - what a ride and the ending really caught my attention! I've been watching your videos for a couple of months, but thought I should go "back to where it started" as I REALLY feel the pull to this lifestyle. Thanks for what you are sharing! Bell rubs to Jax!

[@asgram1980]

Eric I know this is an old video but I loved re-visiting the story of you and Jax!! I think one day you should expand upon your RV story. I've followed you a long time and have to say...you have grown so much as a person and I enjoy your wanderlust story. I'm loving your present (July 2016) adventure Eastward! Stay safe my friend.

[@SwayingWithPalmTrees]

I love the detail you gave....everyone's journey is different so we appreciate you sharing yours. Great video! :)

[@emmettwilent8847]

Great Documentary Eric! Keep those videos coming!

[@Specky12]

Thanks for taking the time to make the video Eric. Great story. Good luck on the road.

[@Angel-yl1ck]

HI, I'm another of your fans who decided to watch your evolution. Happily you have them in Chron order. So I'm catching up. Loved this one to see how your vehicles have changed over time. Thanks for doing this.

[@BreeUSA]

Narration was concise and informative and the picture history well done...the background story really helps while watching your journey, also lots of very useful information for those wanting to do the same, thank you for sharing, I'm staying tuned :)

[@TheGoatMumbler]

Wow! What a long highway of turdwagons. That was a great story!

[@motorhomesnmuttskeys5770]

Good job Eric! I bet you're glad you took some snaps of all your past nomadic adventures. You have a history! Very good storytelling. I'm getting so old I don't know if I would have been able to remember all of that... Hope you are able to get your dream RV someday... Give Jax a pet... Whatta cat ♥

[@LibellulaGlass]

Thanks, well put together. I enjoyed the catch up on your road to freedom.

[@edwinpillay5417]

Thanks For your Life, you have a Beautiful, Bright and an enlighten view we all should aspire to. Bless you and Live Free.

[@hernilsoriano4873]

Real life rv adventure cool.keep them coming bro thanks

[@Linda-gx3uk]

I'm new to Nomadic Fanatic and have really enjoyed your videos. I particularly like this one that give your timeline and all the stuff you've gone through. So well put together.

[@ronwasser4852]

Another great video Eric. I'm still not convinced I could do it. I live my dream through video posts like yours and several others here on YT. Thanks, keep it up. 👍. And a belly scratch to Jax. Your amazing.

[@planb2222]

That's great! It's awesome how things have a way of working themselves out. Nice montage of the history of your RV evolution. Wishing you all the best.

[@raysmith9706]

love your story. you have sure come along way.

[@RoccosGrimaldi]

I love it! I wish I had the kind of adventurous spirit that you do! Keep it up and keep us updated!

[@jergordon8572]

Good for you, great story arc.

[@TC72280808]

I love your vids. I started out at 17 going from hostel to hostel, city to city. I picked up odd jobs here and there for spending cash. At about 20 I bought a Toyota corolla hatch back that ran very poor. I found it just needed a plug wire and purred nicely. I pulled the passanger seat and rigged it for Ummmm, living in. For about 2 yrs I lived in it or beside it depending on mood, weather and location. I bought a dodge ram d-50 mini truck with topper. That was home until I was 28. I rented a room for a yr until I bought a 3/4 ton ford with a Northern lite box camper. It had all facilities but was cramped a bit. I was getting a bit older so I lived in it while I took a truck drivers course. I drove truck 8 months a yr and camped 4. I loved it. Alas, it was a girl what done me in. I have been married until now. I am 47 and am really getting the RV bug again. I have a need to by a real motorhome by next summer at the latest. At least I can get out a few odd weeks here and there. Love your videos.

[@thenoworriesnomad]

Fantastic video mate...

[@cybertraveler5334]

You have had one heck of a journey, and you have always landed on your feet. Your highs have been from 0 to 100% and I am proud of your ablity to take sand and turn it into sunshine. I know that your future will be full of grand opportunities because your talents are boundless. Proud to know you... stay on your path. :)

[@DarrrenOConnor]

Subscribed yesterday, usually watch KZbin videos at night to help sleep, this channel done the opposite .. Was up all night watching! This video was great - got a real sense of how you transitioned and got a feel for different sizes and types! Love from Ireland, Darren! :)

[@SyberPrepper]

Excellent. Thanks for sharing your story with us. Some good lessons there on not letting life get you down.

[@stringbender57]

Well done Eric! I enjoyed your history of tent camping to nomad RV'er. I am now a subscriber and I am really digging your videos. I have dreamed of this lifestyle for years. I bought a low-milage 95 Ford cargo van about 5 years ago, had a new Maaco paint job put on it and that is as far as I got. Being married doesn't give one the opportunity to roam. I have been a traveling musician off and on most all my life so the traveling bug is in my blood! ☺️

[@campervandavid]

This is possibly the best video you made yet. I can see you have a extensive past with rv's and being mobile.

[@helloman1976]

OMG Jax is so tiny and Eric has the full beard back. Bring back The Beard!!!

[@UniqueJourney84]

Wow impressive story and loved the fact you put slideshows in the video .. Great video for sure..

[@walpurgis4970]

Great Video, Eric! I've only started following your adventures recently, but I really admire your persistence. I enjoy your product reviews, and your tricks and tips are really well thought out and helpful to those just starting out or thinking about the boondocker lifestyle. I was upset that I missed out on your fund-raising effort to get a solar panel... primarily because I think there should be a way for subscirbers, like me, to donate to your on-going efforts or in appreciation for your videos. They are all of great audio and video quality. I can see you going far if you wish to pursue the field of documentary communications. I know I am amongst the many who are waiting with baited breath to learn the results of your Documentary Final. Best wishes for all your future adventures!

[@duannguyen1550]

Hey Eric, enjoyed the video a lot. Looking forwards to your documentary and newer videos.

[@JamesRobertSmith]

Amazing! This format was made for you! Keep up the great videos! I am really digging them.

[@samreh6156]

What a story to listen to! You really are one tough dude!

[@Charlieshomeimprovement]

great story, hope you will add to it. I think there has been a few more changes since. The first video I watched of Nomadic Fanatic was when you were parked outside of a Macdonalds or BK, you heard gun shots and lots of police.. I have been hooked ever since. Happy motoring

[@johnlastnamehere8253]

Awesome video man, I love your story, It inspired me to buy the tow behind camper parked as a trailer home I live in now and to still keep striving to some day own and live in a motorhome. Keep up the great vides, it brings joy to a lot of people.

[@sharene411]

I have been watching your vlogs for a few weeks now. Today I watched your 1st up to this one. Thank you for sharing. You have changed. I guess we all do in 5 years. You have confidence now and know what you want!! Good vlogs.

[@robertjones3091]

watching your adventures and your mistakes along the way helps me learn. I am older than you so I don't have time to make all the mistakes.

[@joulemine]

I think my favorite part has to be the poster inside the one, man that brings back some memories lol. Pretty awesome to see the progression and that you are 100k subs bigger than then!

[@nightinstructor]

Had no idea you had so many vehicles. Love your Tioga. I hope my 96 Sportsmobile holds up and doesn't give me cabin fever too bad. Keep up the great videos. Jeff in Wilmington, NC

[@mmwood1820]

That was amazing!!!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@RubberTrampsReviews]

Great job , interesting to see the progression to the Full time RV life .

[@summerland6397]

Great story Eric. I like going through your old video's. Maybe you should make an updated version?

[@iveyivey1298]

I truly enjoy going back to the oldies but goodies videos when you first started out on your quest as a nomadic it's just nice to reminisce and to see all the changes that have happened along the way it's like a living documentary of your life well part of your life, anyway looking forward to many many more years of your life's documentary, sincerely take care and be safe !

[@SuperTweety54]

You are a clever survivor! I'm proud of you!

[@thejeffneville]

Very interesting - I'm a fairly recent follower and didn't know all the history involved... boy, you've come a long way Eric!!

[@jackyoung2394]

That was a great way to get to know u and Jacks I'm glad to be taking this trip with u keep the videos coming

[@ronque23]

Dude, you've been through some ish, I can tell! Way to overcome all the BS. Keep finding yourself on this incredible journey. You have no idea how many "well-to-do" people wish they had your life, and guts!