Q&A | What We've Learned Living In Our Off Grid Caravan Full-Time | Your Questions Answered

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Hope you enjoy this one everyone! Let us know if you have any questions come up and we'll do our best to answer them. Cheers!

[@tanyabergeest8149]

Do I really need a Thermomix? By the way, love your videos and insights into your van life.

[@grahamwood9842]

Great you all. Do not understand why you do not have more subscribers. You are real people with great content. Enjoying the moment with you all.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks, Graham. We're getting there!

[@duncanhislop4486]

Love watching and listening to you both each week 😂

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

We love that you love it!

[@neon_haze66]

Loved seeing your personalities really shine towards the end when you were talking about how this is now your life, you’re doing what you love & What an inspiration you both are! Thank you & I’ll make sure to watch all the ads now I know! 👏🏼 ❤

[@bruceheid1647]

Thanks for a great video! My wife & I have been camping / caravan for over 30 years & we are always learning new ways to enjoy the Australian bush.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

That is awesome! Cheers

[@lardybuff]

Most impressed with your presentation skills, straightforward and honest, Well done on the charity side, good on ya

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Much appreciated!

[@keithhowland9499]

Love watching you guys and find your episodes really interesting. This episode was really informative and confirmed a few things that we also do with our van. Keep up the great work 👍

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Awesome, thank you!

[@bensano7362]

As always, great video Liz and Simon. Easy listening and no bull advice, just the way life should be. Congratulations and every success to you. Wife and I have watched all your KZbin videos since you started and have enjoyed them immensely. We picked up our Base 20.6 last June and have had a similar experience as yourselves. We love it! Keep up the good work. Ben the builder.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Ah, that's great news 😀 Thanks so much. Safe travels

[@thememeup1370]

Love, love, love your channel Liz and Simon! Your Q&A was terrific!

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks so much!!

[@awesometoursnz]

Great chat thanks, so easy to listen to you two, look forward to your next video. Look forward to seeing you in the Mainland (South Island) of Nee Zealand, soon. Keep up the good work. Cheers

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers, Mark. You never know 😉👊

[@bethfarquhar2934]

Fabulous content Simon and Liz, really loving your videos.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers, Beth. 😍

[@BigLivingNow]

Hi Guys , just found your channel and at early the stages of planning full time on the road in a caravan. Appreciate your knowledgeable content. Thanks and God bless you.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Welcome aboard!

[@PeteWilsonAHCPhotography]

This was so great. Looking forward to keeping on watching your content.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks, Peter. Enjoy.

[@davebrown1641]

Great episode with some informative information. Thanks guys

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@leannedecampo8110]

Love this channel, you guys are authentic, not up yourselves like many of the content creators or constantly peddling merch or links or needing to prove your worth by having the latest and greatest. Love your commitment to charities, your focus upon natural elements and the beautiful way you interact as a family. First time I realised you didn't have a washing machine. How do you cope with the kids?

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Leanne that means a lot to us! We're just doing us, and doing things our way. We don't mind not having a washing machine, for the water, power and weight of them we're happy using laundromats or CP laundries.

[@loudybelle]

We have a washing machine in our Zone but we never use it!, I find it doesn’t spin well and is small. However we did purchase a little companion twin tub weighs 12 kg n I save the washing water into a bucket and reuse it. It takes a queen size sheet n pillow slips and you can get ur washing done in half the time! Depending on how much washing you have, I can get by with a good few loads with 20 ltrs of water.Love my little machine…..

[@the.seekaz]

Love the content Legends... What the best thing is that it just feels genuine Keep it up

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@heatherrobinson2175]

Loving getting to know you better by these videos. Really love the laidback vibe you both have nailed! Can you please do a video about the pros and cons and how to use the composting toilet system - there is not much Australian content on this subject

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Heather. We're working on a composting toilet video. If you're not already, subscribe so you don't miss it! 😉

[@heatherrobinson2175]

@@TheLifestylePioneers oh thats great - cos we all want to talk about Number 1s and 2s obviously🤣

[@tupwithange]

Hi Guys, Love your videos. I have to say I was very impressed by your mention of the Tupperware Products in your van. That is what I am planning in our Van too. It's so light, compact & seals great, everything stays fresher for longer.🥰

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Our pleasure!

[@cathbp4089]

Very enjoyable as per usual. Two areas would love to get both your thoughts on...Yes the towing guide, but also general caravanning/camping etiquette. Thanks guys.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks for the feedback! We'll keep it in mind for the next one!

[@JustcruznRob-AlanaBuick]

Thnx Liz & Simon, great Ep & thnx for answering my q’s. We’ve been watching you guys from the start of your travels. U guys helped in our, or Alana’s decision on purchasing a Zone, I was already sold on the Zone, pick up end September, can’t wait. Safe travels & thnx for sharing what u do, cheers Rob & Alana

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Rob. Appreciate that mate. Glad we could help. Keep the questions coming!

[@brettharman4424]

Well done, informative and interesting. Probably the easiest going and down to earth caravan couple on KZbin. Safe travels.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers, Brett. Appreicate that mate.

[@greghucker1661]

Thank you great watching you. And just down to Earth People

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers, Greg. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@smarvellacts]

Great video, thanks we pick up our Zone RV later this year. Can't wait to get on our Oz trip 😃

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks, Simon. Exciting times, have fun!

[@iand2977]

Thanks folks a while back you helped me out no end with the long range tank configured to the standard fuel gauge for some reason the Ford dealer did not do this so I took it back took them 5 minutes so thanks again it could well prove a game changer one day I am struggling a bit at the moment having broken my leg twice in six months awkward bugger that I am but one day in the future back on the road absolutely love your channel laying here in hospital your channel helps enormously

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

That's so great to hear Ian. Rest up and we'll see you on the road before you know it! 👊

[@shaneandsuzy6889]

Thanks guys! This was so helpful. We pick up our zone base in about 4 weeks. We’re complete novices, and your videos have helped us a great deal. It must be agreeing with you Liz. You look fantastic! Suzy x

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Great to hear, guys! How exciting about your new caravan! Happy to help if you have any questions!

[@kristeeboylan3566]

Thanks for another awesome episode and sharing all the insights into your travels. Love your work, you guys have been a huge inspiration for our plans to set off on our big half lap next year with our 2 girls. Hope to see you on the road! 🤞😉🍻

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

That's awesome Kristee, thanks. You'll love it! Keep an eye out for us.

[@F.D.Matrix]

found you guys when I was researching about the Zone RV and ever since I subscribed to you guys. Great video guys good insight on living on the road and KZbin, content creating etc.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@robyndehavilland1609]

Loved this video and love you guys. Venetian Blinds - I fell in love with it the very first time I heard it on your intro, googled and purchased it, it resonated with me too. Thanks so much for all of the time and effort you put into your channel and socials, it is so appreciated ❤️❤️❤️. And yes I’m still watching through all of the ads, liking and commenting on all :) xxx

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Love this, Robyn. Really appreciate your support and feedback. You're a legend 👊

[@stephenswan1765]

Brilliant., some great information. Love the relaxed and informative style.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Much appreciated! Glad it was helpful.

[@maingey1]

Nice work as usual. Love the down to earth approach.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Much appreciated!

[@zoneroamingmortos]

Sitting here at a free camp just outside Geraldton in our ZONE, with mobile reception thoroughly enjoying this video. Awesome work once again. Cheers guys. 🍻

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

That's so cool! Enjoy!

[@johniesjournies9949]

Great videos guys. We are oldies waiting (over 12 months) for our first caravan. All the info is very helpful and inspiring to head out into our wonderful country. You are both very professional and should be very proud of your content. Keep up the great work. Alan and Cheryl

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thank you so much, it's our pleasure! Best of luck guys, you'll love it!

[@RickyHams-iy2bg]

Enjoying your videos, thanks

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Glad you like them!

[@lisacavendish9460]

Thanks guys, so useful ❤

[@offcampnandy7727]

Thanks for sharing guys, Honest, layed back and informative, Lov ya work 👍👍👍 cheers Andy

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Our pleasure! Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@travisparcsi4267]

Loved this video guys. It went by fast, didn’t drag at all. Well done! I’m looking forward to the Ranger and Off grid videos too.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

That's great to hear, Travis. We're working on them as we speak!

[@RoaminintheRobbo]

Thanks Liz and Simon great episode. Keep up the awesome work!

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thank you! Will do!

[@live_work_play]

Loved this, thank you!

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks for watching!

[@lesab4988]

Great video, thanks for the content. The Q&A’s are very helpful for us about to start our own adventures. Travel safe Pioneers.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

That's great to hear, thanks for watching.

[@rich9903]

Love your content. Looking forward to your offgrid video. You guys (and a few other similar KZbinrs) have inspired me to caravan around this great country of ours with my family in the coming future. I’ve got the vehicle almost finished and touring ready. Just waiting on delivery of the caravan now. I’m interested in the ongoing education needs of kids whilst on the road. I understand that there’s home schooling but wonder if that’s enough for what kids need especially if they plan to go onto higher education (e.g. uni) in the future. We’ve got two small kids and my missus is hell bent on eventually sending them to uni. Despite the kids still being very young, they are very bright and I’d hate to see their current learning not growing due to a limited formal education opportunity of being on the road for an extended period of time. Keen to get your thoughts.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Rich. That's great to hear. When it comes to the kids learning it really depends on your situation. We're more than happy to do home based learning and confident in good outcomes. It suits our family situation.

[@such_is_life_linda]

Great job on your website. We enjoyed you episode tonight

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Linda 👍

[@jorichards325]

Great info we have made up our minds we will definitely getting a zone we are a couple of years off but we are sold can’t beat zone thanks for everything you do 🤗🤗

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Sounds great, Jo. Thanks for watching, glad you enjoy it.

[@taliahunt3213]

Awesome video! Love your content, you both seem like such chill & genuine people and your insight is so valuable. I’m new and didn’t know about your other platforms so I’ll be heading to your website tonight!

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks, Talia. Sounds great!

[@tonyf7997]

Excellent vid guys - thanks for your insights into your lives in the van. We are waiting (seems forever) to see the new Zone Hybrid before we make up our mind on what we order... then we can hit the road !! Love your channel!

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Our pleasure! We're also keen to see some details on the Expedition!

[@timnorth7524]

Hey Simon and Liz from one Zoner to another , good video you are both doing a good job, enjoy the ride and safe travels. Tim

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Tim 👍 Appreciate your feedback.

[@markedwards8788]

Excellent video guys - thanks for taking the time to explain everything so thoroughly! I love your content.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching.

[@Carpo74]

Great video guys - thanks so much for your honesty and transparency. I look forward to your content every week. Keep up the great work 👍👍

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

That's great to hear, Tracey. Thanks for watching!

[@hmck9988]

Good info, thanks guys.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Our pleasure!

[@plumberbazz1]

Simon and Liz. you two are naturals, we have shared many places of your travels and to see them again from your perspective is reliving our times on the road. You have been a huge influence on my next van, I'm totally convinced Zone are in a league of their own, so soon as the Ranger V6 of course is organised the phone call to ZONE.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks so much. That sounds great! Let us know when you order your Zone and make sure you let Zone know we sent you 👍

[@plumberbazz1]

@@TheLifestylePioneers Made the deal today, spoke with Stevi mentioned you guys of course....and she was a bit vague about who you were, I helped to jog her memory.🤔😁

[@thommostravels9610]

I just love you guys. Fair dinkum and down to earth. It probably helps that my travel ideas are very much in line with yours. Just one thing though... using your gearbox in sports mode depends on your vehicle. Our Everest (10 speed gearbox) is great using cruise control in normal mode towing a 2.5 tonne van. It keeps the rev range in the peak torque area.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Awesome! Thank you! It definitely pays to know your vehicle.

[@patrickwhite8926]

Another great video thanks

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@billbrodie614]

Guys your the best, we pick up our Zone Feb next year so your comments are invaluable, Bill,

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers Bill! Exciting to hear about your new Zone!

[@seandolkens4021]

What a fantastic video. Thank you for taking the time to do it. Would absolutely love a video on towing tips as discussed because real life experience is gold and it’ll help save thousands of marriages.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Sean. We'll add it to the list!

[@ladysusanjane2682]

This was great guys👍🏻 I wish you all the best x

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks so much!!

[@geoffb1568]

Hey guys love watching your videos we are heading off for our second lap around oz 42 years later a little bit older and hopefully a lot wiser keep up the great work and maybe one day we will see you on the road Cheers

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Have fun! You never know 👍

[@juliabrown9936]

Thankyou for the great video.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jacklindley2135]

good session..i enjoyed that little chat..cheers

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@rayemillican856]

Gret vid guys as usual, doing as asked and subcribing and liking even though we watch u all the time via my husbands u tube account. Now we both follow and are subscrbed. We will be getting our new van in the next 2 mths and will be full time on the road and have learnt so much from you. Love the effort your kiddies put into all the walks you take them on and love ur conent on places we will never visit due to me being disabled with back issues. we will also be travelling with our dog so National parks are out for us so wating content creators like u have allowed us to see such stunning and beautiful sections of our great country that we have never seen. Keep up the good work.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

That's such a great share. Thanks so much Raye! Really appreciate your support and feedback 🙏

[@hanskanis7526]

Great video guys, thanks for taking the time to give us your insights, tips etc. We love what you guys are doing, hopefully within the next 12 months we will order a Zone to. Keep making awesome videos, by the way that first episode of wudu was cool to watch.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks for watching! Let us know when you order your Zone (and make sure to let them know we sent you 😉)

[@garryjohnstone2215]

Hi guys. Long time viewer first time commenting. Absolutely love your content that you put out. Will be travelling full time ourselves in the next few months. Hopefully catch up and have a yarn and a beer. It is much appreciated the effort you guys put in to create these videos. Thank you.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Awesome! Thank you! See you out there somewhere 🍻

[@williamdavis9253]

Great content guys. 👌 Your answered a lot of our questions without us even asking.👍😊

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Our pleasure! Glad it was helpful.

[@placestosea]

really nice video, thanks for posting. I am sure the information helps your followers.👍

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks. Hope so!

[@melhart5808]

Thank you for opening up and sharing so much about how you guys do what you do 💕. Question about water consumption... would love your tips about how you keep your usage low

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Mel. We'll make sure we include this in our upcoming living off grid video. Our big one is really quick showers (water on, water off, soap up, rinse) and minimising water doing dishes (rinse dishes in creek, dam or sea water where possible before washing). Hope that helps.

[@jz_xsplrn]

Outstanding vid guys - as always. And fun! JZ

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers, John. I hope you're well.

[@AshHughesPhotos]

Nice work TLPs. You have a great way of articulating your content

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

We appreciate that! Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@murraymcculloch8430]

Hi guys. In regard to the celfi go it is a booster only. I have one and it defiantly improves the signal to my nighthawk and phone.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Murray. I'm sure it works well in some situations, from our research our setup suited our needs better as data was our main concern.

[@guydraper]

Great tips guys, thank you !

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks for watching, as always Guy 👍Hope you're well mate.

[@ianoswald3889]

Hi guys can you explain using the manual gearbox when towing in your upcomming ranger video.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

No probs, Ian. I'll make sure to mention it.

[@johnlawn8879]

Well done geat episode and great channel

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers, John 👍

[@martingould841]

Another good vid guys. My wife and I always enjoy them. I don’t mind a yarn either your not on your own👍 keep up the good work.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@helengriffiths6158]

Great episode I find you both inspirational and give us confidence as oldies on the journey

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

That's awesome... get out there and explore!

[@OverlandExposure]

Hey guys, we just saw this pop up. Thanks for the shoutout about Internet. Daniel tries to stay on top of all the tech so others don't have to :P :P

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Our pleasure! Credit where it's due. I'll stick to what I know 😂

[@davenmoo]

Cheers I didn’t think you’d drop pressure in the airbags offroad. Our van has air but yet to see serious corrugationd yet Cheers LCDude61

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

All good mate. Happy to help 👌

[@neon_haze66]

23:28 🙋🏼‍♀️ have you encountered anything troublesome that has scared/worried you? That’s one thing that plays on my mind the most is safety especially with the kids.😅

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

You're not alone. We'll be covering this in an upcoming video as part of our Off Grid Travel Series!

[@loukors]

I really love watching you guys. Always such great info. Love to see more of Liz’s art

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Awesome! Thank you! Liz would love to have more time to create art but she shares a bit of what she get's up to on her instagram account @elizabethbaileydesigns

[@tainbartholomew]

Great work 👍 Always great content. Hopefully have a beer with you on the road soon

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers mate, sounds good 👍

[@jebw]

Awesome content. Your travelling with children and ballance with available resources is amazing. ;-)

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks so much! Glad you're enjoying it

[@aidenbrockman8964]

Hi guys, enjoyed the video - we are about to head off on our travels. I have a Ranger PX3 21.75 auto 3.2. Do you suggest using “drive” or sports mode when towing

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Aiden, glad you enjoyed it. Always use Sport when towing. 👍

[@mikeelatham]

thanks guys

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Our pleasure!

[@rainneygirl]

Thanks guys!!!

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Same to you!

[@tanyabergeest8149]

What brand of Thermomix should I buy without breaking the budget and how long does it need to stay on?

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

We have the genuine Thermomix TM6. They're not cheap but they are amazingly versatile and can do the job of so many other applances. Generally 30mins is enough to cook most meals. Let us know if you'd like more info.

[@klarastrangis6308]

Great episode guys

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers, Klara.

[@emmajones2586]

Great Q&A. Have followed for a while love the easy going vlogs. What do you think of the new Zone caravans and will you but swapping yours out for a new one?

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Emma! We haven't had a chance to take a good look at one of the new Zone caravans but we like what we've seen of them. We're happy with ours but you never know.

[@joking7081]

I've always used a cartridge toilet system. Understand it might be a bit difficult to get into the details on the subject but I would like to see a video for dummies instructions on the use / operation of a composting toilet. Thanks.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

We've decided to work on a video about the composting toilet. Keep an eye out in the next few weeks.

[@leannechurches5227]

Very interesting.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers 👍

[@Accolades70]

Great Vid... time to upgrade to Mavic 3 or get a Mini with extended range batteries ??

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Mark. Not 100% sure yet. We like the look of the mini 3 but who knows.

[@glenndavis5179]

Well done guys on another great video just wanted to know Liz was those sticky hanging things made by Duck nuts lol 😂

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Yes 😁😂Cheers, Glenn

[@13smarts1]

thanks!

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thank You as well!

[@derekandrews5655]

So when watching the ads do you get paid if i hit the skip button

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

The more you watch the more income we get. If you skip straight away I don't think we get anything 👍

[@SpannerPLG]

Hey Simon, as a matter of interest what pressure do you have in the Ranger tyres when you are on bitumen? Ta.

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Hey Pete. I'll get onto the Patreon recognition for you 😂 When towing we're at 40psi front and 50psi rear 👍

[@SpannerPLG]

@@TheLifestylePioneers Thanks Simon. So when you unhitch do you deflate then redo later - or do you just drive around with high pressure for short periods?

[@antony3678]

I want to know how you guys do boom boom with the kids around 24/7?

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

A little imagination will get you a long way

[@williamsmith5514]

What amount of cost in down loading You -tube ? .So does You-tube pay its members a dividend ,small or large amounts ?

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Creators get paid a small percentage of advertising revenue from their videos and also a small amount from KZbin premium subscriptions.

[@cherylrayes8015]

For a next one, families might like to know how you go about the schooling 🙂

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Thanks Cheryl!

[@jenwilko1692]

✨👏✨💖🐨

[@TheLifestylePioneers]

Cheers Jen