Showering In A Small RV and Meals On the Road

[@trishrobbins9942]

Linda should put out a cookbook.

[@lizdavidhopper8924]

I was thinking that very same thing :).

[@prissilou]

Yeah, those one pot meals are the thing!

[@jdedmnds1]

Having a fridge and a small stove makes a world of difference. Fast food once in awhile is ok but a fresh cooked meal is where it's at.

[@keith9875]

Thanks for the tips. I purchased a rechargeable submersible shower unit that I use along with a 5-gallon bucket or round Igloo Cooler. An on/off switch at the sprayer handle and a generous length hose. A very good shower on 2-gallons of water or less.

[@Steve-Goff]

Thanks for going into detail on how you keep clean and cook. I always enjoy seeing Linda’s one pot recipes. Hope you guys are staying warm

[@gonagain]

So far, but I hope we're out of here before the Montana winter gets serious.

[@jameskringlee8974]

Got to have an inside shower. I concur and recommend your approach to showering. I put a "sit on the porta-potty" shower in the back driver side corner of my Chevrolet van. I used it every day in my working travels in the 1970's. I like your sink drain fitting in the portable dog wash set up. I made a shower base with high sides from thin plywood covered with some scrap vinyl sheet flooring with a stub of plastic pipe draining through the van floor to "earth". If needed I had a piece of hose I could attach to the drain stub, perhaps, a time or two, to clandestinely drain the shower water into the flower plantings which I backed the van up to in the parking lot of the Ambassador Hotel in LA. I made a rectangle of 1/2 inch pvc pipe which I attached a 1/2 inch from the ceiling in 3 places forming a triangle. 1 ceiling attachment each near the corners next to the van side wall and 1 attaching point in the middle of the "outside" of the shower curtain hanging frame. This way I could easily see out the back window while driving and for use slide the shower curtains from their "storage positions" tight to the van wall to meet at the 1 attaching point in the middle of the "outside" of the shower curtain hanging frame. One side of one curtain was longer to overlap where they met. It had a hook hanger to secure the overlap section at the other side of the "outside" ceiling hanger. I also used the "mix the hot water in a bucket to just the right temp" approach. I used both a hose in the bucket to 12 volt pump to hand held shower with a wall mounted switch I could operate through the shower curtain as well as the simple, effective, quiet, bucket in the shower and cup as you demonstrated. Got to have an inside shower. A sit down, bucket and cup shower can even fit in a small car "home" and make life more than a bit better.

[@applesbighatranch6906]

Perfect timing on this one as I get closer to getting my 5' X 10' on the road! See you in '25!

[@fudd6478]

You guys are still one of my favorite you tube stops for getting good, down to earth info and enjoyment of how you put it out.... Thank you 😎

[@freeandhappy8562]

More practical solutions to everyday issues. Thanks for posting!

[@FrugalRVGal]

Great tips on the wipes and always love to see the cooking and recipes. So glad that @dottietravels introduced us!

[@gonagain]

Yes, it was brief but maybe we'll see you down the road somewhere. It was a pleasure to meet you.

[@itchingtogo7362]

That’s how I shower in my van! Learned that method when in Africa mission trip. works great and saves water!!!

[@aired-downdisconnected4125]

I turned the rear doors into a shower room using a tarp, electrical conduit and some hanger cut up. Pump sprayer type shower works great.

[@badgerpa9]

Tip when using the wipes always wash your face first not last, lol. There are the "man wipes" I use to get it was about 2 feet square and came in a little ball you just unrolled it, they fit in a pocket and had a plastic cover but if it did dry out a cap of bottled water would wet it down. I use to keep them and baby wipes in the vehicle, been a few years. Last time I looked it has been over 6 years since I bought anything on amazon, I do use it to find things but I buy elsewhere. Hope you guys stay safe and healthy.

[@gonagain]

I'll try to remember that! Merry Christmas!

[@averagealice8877]

SO TRUE! These van life upfitters are selling the dream when it comes to showering outside. How many of those folks end up showering at a gym or a rv park I wonder... and having to break camp and drive miles to do so.

[@KimCagle-e8r]

Thank you Rick and Linda for your entertaining and informative videos. In February, we purchased a 5x8 enclosed trailer for our electric trike and bike to explore the Rails & Trails. We watched our first Gonagain video in March and fell through the rabbit hole…….we just placed our order for the Bluetti combo multicooler, 1800w, 200w solar panel for $1998.00 plus tax because of your past reviews. We need to insulate the trailer (your step by step video is helpful) we will be ready for our first weekend of dispersed camping in 2025.

[@gonagain]

Congratulations on the trailer, you're going to love that and it's a great shelter too.

[@wandacraig8286]

I've watched you two make lots of beautiful meals over the years, even baking that yummy bread. I hope folks will go back and watch some of those videos cause it's really awesome! And the same in the shower info. Glad you mentioned the hydrogen peroxide. I remember that from the Hobo King! Also a little tricky I learned, if you have a little pan of water like what they use in a hospital for a bed bath, add five drops of tea tree oil and it works great! Really knocks down any order and leaves you feeling fresh and clean. I love your shower set up though, nice and private and much warmer than a shower tent outside! Blessings you two!!❤

[@gonagain]

I didn't know that about tea tree oil, thank you!

[@rogertemple7193]

This is another great episode about meals on the road and keeping clean with hygiene while out camping in the various places that you are at and i hope you have a nice Christmas thank you Rick and Linda. 🎄🚐🇺🇲🎄

[@gonagain]

Wishing you a Merry Christmas too, Roger! Thanks for always leaving a nice comment, we appreciate it.

[@yvonnechristensen4103]

I do “bath in a bucket”. I wash my shoulder length hair outside to keep the splashing out of the tent or camper. Save the final rinse water in a bucket for bathing. Might have to heat up some water if saved water is too cool. In the tent I put down a couple of towels on the floor, set the bucket there and start at the top and work down. I sit on a step stool to do feet. Wring the cloth out before wiping to save water and cut down on flooding. 😊

[@gonagain]

That's a good way to shower, thanks for sharing your way of getting clean.

[@speedthetroutguy1468]

Linda you should write a cookbook I think people would buy them maybe just a E book at first and see if it’s worth your time to write hard or paper back books

[@3generations393]

Love your shower 👍

[@jeffreykropp7664]

A shower scene no less!!! Be still my beating heart. However, betrays my age that the scrumptious food photos were probably as much excitement as I can deal with,,,,,

[@64MAGA24]

My foldable doggie pool 30.5 X 12 arrived (Amazon) yesterday and it’s perfect! Every other doggie pool sold was only 8” tall (in small versions). I cannot wait to put hole in floor and begin using. The floor hole will help with ventilation also. I’m not sure how you put that drain in the doggie pool so it doesn’t leak but this will be a game changer for me. Once again, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful ideas to make life on the road more affordable, comfortable and easy. ❤

[@paulmuntalbano7342]

Thanks!

[@gonagain]

Thank you very much, Paul! Appreciate it very much.

[@PhilippinesFarmLife]

We do the same here in the Philippines. I have been using a similar way of showering. A 5 gallon bucket and a 1/2 gallon of boiling water. Simple and does the job. Many times I don't use the Full 5 gallons. It is a very common way of washing here in the Philippines. I often don't even use hot water. New subscriber Jan. 7th 2025. Watching from the philippines

[@gonagain]

Thank you for subbing from the Philipines. Welcome aboard!

[@DavidBarton2]

Such a great channel! I look forward to seeing future videos and catching up on some older ones

[@gonagain]

We're glad you enjoy the channel!

[@georgelemoine7402]

Thank you again.im starting my build and getting ideas on equipment to install. Kepp.making videos, it sure does help. Thanks again.

[@Turtletails90]

I've been so inspired and informed by watching you both. Thanks so much. Stay gone😂

[@SonyaBayham]

Great video. Have a wonderful weekend. 😊

[@jdedmnds1]

My wife really liked the Fisher-Price fragrance free baby wipes from the Dollar Tree. She couldn't use anything with a strong smell, it would activate her asthma. It has several natural ingrediants.

[@gonagain]

Good to know, thank you.

[@HBuski_USMC]

Have you ever done a pot roast on the engine while driving to wherever you're going to camp? Easy and ready when you arrive.😂 😂😂

[@clarkleakins879]

Some recipes from "Manifold Cooking", a genuine book!

[@gonagain]

We haven't tried that! Yet.

[@MOTrav]

Great video! The one pot or one pan meals are easy and really good. Spice it up to your taste!

[@Go4Corvette]

Right now am using the showers 🚿 once a week at the laundry mat in Quartzsite Arizona and wipes in between. Thanks for the video. guys.

[@gonagain]

That's a good routine, thanks.

[@brucefurst5320]

Great video, thanks for the info!

[@TamoraLacy]

Tyvm🥰🥰🥰

[@goldpanvanman]

Thank you for this

[@gonagain]

You're welcome!

[@Ken-xe9hq]

One pot recipe book, I'm in!

[@CMC61]

Rick, I haven't heard the word handi wipes in years! That was a popular wipe back in the seventies, they came in different colors, just another walk down memory lane!

[@jcamp359]

During the long Helene power outage, we used an ac immersion heater dropped into a 7 gal water jug to heat shower water. We found it to be the most efficient way to heat water. Pumped water out thru vinyl tubing to a hand held shower head using a 12v transfer pump. This hack is how we take camping showers now in our truck topper.

[@timkeenan306]

Good job guys on sharing the information , I to have all them stove's and a person figures out what works for them

[@rexfink3891]

Skunky No Rinse Bathing Wipes work good. Just add a little water. Feels nice and soapy.

[@GraceCook-g1l]

Glad to see you stay clean. That Japanese shower is very efficient Linda. I use Dude Wipes for quick cleanups Rick. They're plant based and also available at Walmart, and larger than most. Like the camp stove. I have a brand name stove I used when we still went camping that has been a blessing during power outages. My stove is electric but I won't starve. I used to pack sandwiches for picnics on the road but in the campground I cooked like at home. Really enjoyed the video. Take care and I'll see ya next Friday.

[@darellsunderlin4670]

Good info , and I want to wish you guys a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year 😊

[@gonagain]

Thanks and the same to you! Merry Christmas!

[@shirleyhall1924]

Nice. I like the first shower option. This could be done in our pop-up camper. I see no need, however, for a married couple to use a shower curtain. 😅 i like bathing outdoors when we are camped in the middle of nowhere, but it gets interesting running for cover if you hear a vehicle coming. Unfortunately, as far as food goes, we cook our own but are still stuck in the past with using ice. Oh well, maybe one day..... i always enjoy your videos.

[@trishrobbins9942]

Shower curtain keeps me warm.

[@shirleyhall1924]

@@trishrobbins9942 good point

[@MyMuddyMess]

Thanks, nice info!

[@gonagain]

Your channel title, My Muddy Mess, made me go take a look at your videos! I'll be watching. I still like my ebikes, but I hope you're enjoying some of our motorcycle videos. It was the ebike that got me back on two wheels.

[@MyMuddyMess]

@@gonagain Always had a bike as a kid. Trike is better or my bad foot :( I became a Mudd when I said I do LOL:) Love your scenery videos no matter how how you get me to them:)

[@bque9444]

A family member has used hand towels instead of bath towels for a few years. There is no need to use big towels. And hand towels take up less space hanging to dry.

[@VincenzoDeMarco-k3w]

Cool, Cool, and Clean. Ya Gotta Love it.-------I Don't Care How Dirty I Get, because I know I have a Hot Shower Waiting for me whenever I get back to my rig. During the heat of summer, I take up to Three or More Rejuvenating Showers a day & Feel Great. Cleanliness is Next to Godliness, Remember??? Ha. And your recipes are Tops, Linda. I Eat Better & Cheaper with Home Made Wonder-Meals, and Never Blow any $$ on fast food going on 35 years now. Only Special Occasions get me to eat out. Summertime Salads are King Too. Ah, Now I'm Hungry. Cheers, Rick----Linda, Have a Good One.

[@gonagain]

We took the Harley out a couple of days ago and treated ourselves to good hamburgers and pie, but it wasn't exactly inexpensive! We're waiting for the Montana winter to arrive and when it does I hope we're in Arizona.

[@douglasfarwell6379]

I have had good success with one of those battery propane instant water heaters however, I use a RV shower faucet to control the hot and cold water flow so once I get the flow adjustment right on the heater itself I just leave that alone. With only a 15 gal water tank I need to assemble a pump setup so I can collect water from rivers and streams so I can replenish my water tank during a pit stop. Thanks for the videos.

[@1954shadow]

Meals on Wheels!

[@gonagain]

I keep looking for places to use your music, maybe in an upcoming riding video...

[@stevec2665]

I could hear Linda scream from here, You want me to WHAT??? Take a shower on camera??? Lol

[@gonagain]

Yep.

[@DRGreen-ps7eh]

When we travel, even in our 18' s/a travel. trailer's shower, we do much as you do conserves water and propane. One pot meals are great. I'd have to loose about 2/3 of those carrots. Hopefully we can be back out there soon.

[@justmona9647]

Nice & informative y'all ❤

[@alanjackson4646]

Would love to see some of Linda’s recipes, great vlog, thanks from the UK. AJ

[@jamesjackson7752]

Yes you can.😊😊

[@johnwren3976]

There are some nice submersible, USB rechargeable pump/shower heads available for around $30. Thought that and your dog bath would work a trick.

[@gonagain]

We tried one of those too, but it was just easier to use the cup. I think what we didn't like about it was that the switch was on the pump itself and not on the handle. That and the cup never needs to be recharged.

[@bostongrammy7531]

@@gonagain They are available with an on/off switch on the handle.

[@najruqwi7008]

Great idea cutting the hole in the floor 👍 love the folding Doggie pool for bath how did you make it leak proof around the hole? Great idea the hole in the table for the burner 👍. Yummy yummy yummy yummy 😋all those dishes look delicious 👍 Thanks for sharing this with us great video 👍

[@carlosperezworks]

Great information, especially the evolution of what you cook with. What amount of energy consumption does the induction cooktop seem to have? Thanks!

[@gonagain]

The induction cooktop draws about 1000watts, but the heat is instant (no warmup period) and it heats the pan and not the burner so it's far more efficient.

[@CatHound]

Great information as usual. But you can make your own wipes

[@homelessnomad101]

I use and like the "DUDE" wet wipes w/ eucalyptus scent. They also make a no scent brand also.

[@wrxs1781]

Over the years you have reviewed many different items, maybe a roundup of the items you actually use on your road trips, and how they have worked out.

[@paulhunter546]

You can go a long time just using the wipes..a friend told me 🤣🤣🤣

[@ChuckisOutside]

We use a bath sponge called Scrubzz. They work well. That’s a good idea with the hydrogen peroxide. Thanks for the video. Merry Christmas!

[@garretlewis4103]

I know it is a little pricey, but we use a Geyser for showers.

[@1954shadow]

I was wondering where the pie was, then, you got it covered in the last seconds.

[@gonagain]

We had some great pie a couple of days ago and it may show up in a future video. Coconut cream and triple berry!

[@1954shadow]

@ DROOL!

[@MichaelGreen-em8hf]

What do you do with your trash

[@gonagain]

Most of the time we are just dropping a small bag when we fill up with gas or at rest stops. Sometimes we find a dumpster behind a Dollar Store or someplace.

[@MichaelGreen-em8hf]

It's good to know someone else does the same thing

[@tm8747]

hello rick and linda , but for the future is time for a bigger trailer? to hold the harley the offroad bike, and a normal shower area for the both of you? a toyhauler, ? my cousin washington state has a toyhauler but not like the rest, its a small travel trailer in the front and a a long area for the toys i mind.the sportmens classic 180TH light and a lot of room, 3250# empty, OR DO WHAT YOUR DOING NOW,! i oersonnal would like to see a water tank installed under the little trailer you have now and one of those propane heaters for the hot water, so linda doesnt turn blue during her shower? if i dont see your next video, MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEARS, i having surgery , im going to be out of it?

[@gonagain]

Merry Christmas to you too and hope your surgery goes well. Take care!

[@i70show]

What were you cleaning your shirt pit ? Don't be trying to fool us.... lol

[@pobo6113]

Hi. I think your dog bath tub idea is great. I did notice between 2 of your videos that you had different tubs in use. How long do the dog tub last? Is this something I would need to replace frequently? Thanks. Love your videos they are very informative.

[@gonagain]

We had to change shower pans because we installed the cabinet and toilet. Otherwise, it lasts a long time and if you have a hole, they're easy to patch.

[@TiredOldMann]

I wonder if the wipes with alcohol would make good fire starters ?

[@gonagain]

I don't know, but they're great at cleaning engine grease from your hands.

[@tedjones112]

How is Niki's ( might have her name wrong? ) cargo camper coming along?

[@gonagain]

Both of our daughter's have cargo trailer/campers; Beckalyn has a 7x14 and Nikki has the 6x10, but they are so busy working and raising kids that they don't get the trailers out much.

[@quinterofelixchidez]

Microwave dry gas swamcooler video

[@3321MDZ]

Do you use your Insta pot much? They sure are handy at home but do take up some space

[@gonagain]

I do use my IP a lot when traveling and camping. Even with the smaller IP, (3qt Mini) it does take up a lot of room and is heavy. This trip I brought along a rice cooker and trying that out. So far so good!

[@taj-ma-haul9094]

Like# 109 - Hereagain!

[@taj-ma-haul9094]

I've been using Dude Wipes Body Wipes, never thought about it more than that - but I'm gonna look at costs and maybe try the Tena's - Woot

[@taj-ma-haul9094]

Being diabetic, I cook pork shoulders, beef roasts ahead of time and warm them up. Chicken thighs with the skin is a fav since I make the skin into "chips". Occasionally, I'll grab pre-marinated proteins that come in heavy sealed bags I can suis vide during daylight (use solar) and the left overs into glass storage for later. Being all electric, cooking during sunlight helps reduce energy consumption at night to just "warm up".

[@quickeagle7308]

So you use hooks in the ceiling to hold up the shower curtain? How long to assemble/disassemble?

[@gonagain]

Just a matter of seconds, as far as hanging the curtain. The whole thing set's up in a minute or two.

[@CITAP1]

We just use Kirkland baby wipes. I liked Huggies cucumber aloe baby wipes too. Leaves you feeling like a babies butt all over 😅. I have the luxury of a 3 burner stove top and oven.Two pot meals capable if you will. Dry wipe with a paper towel, then quick wash in sink. Everything is about efficiency. Take care you guys.

[@LisaR-g1x]

❤🎉❤🎉❤

[@PattyAndrzejewski]

I saw you now have a Bodga TWW55 I just watched a video from a few years ago and you had an Alpicool. Any reason for changing brands?

[@gonagain]

We have different brands that we reviewed so we use them to see how well they do.

[@carlosposada1603]

My Wife and I buy the Sam's Club member's mark " total protection premium washcloths 48 XL 12"x8" 5 pack for $ 11.26 per box

[@skyepilotte11]

Linda should have a restart...lol Thx

[@scottmcfarland2149]

🐾🙏🏻✌🏻🤙🏻

[@markpatceg5582]

Holy clickbait batman!

[@bque9444]

Lunch meat? Would you please consider stop spending your hard earned money on highly processed "food" (such as "mystery meat"). This is meant in good faith, not to be nasty.

[@gonagain]

We usually get the deli roast beef for sandwiches. When saying lunch meats, I meant the deli meats for lunches (sandwiches). You're right, we all should try to avoid highly processed foods.

[@stevenpike8237]

hey guys, on the induction stove I save a pot by putting the can (opened) directly on the stovetop. Canned peas, ready to eat soups. beef stew ect. works like a charm.

[@gonagain]

Thanks for the tip. Doing that would be easy on the induction cook top.