So glad that guy in the middle of the woods was safe!
@AubreyH9012 ай бұрын
So true I'm glad he changed her life for the better
@TeresaHillard3 ай бұрын
Absolutely unachievable for most! But it’s gorgeous you’re very fortunate. Enjoy.
@traceyhunterabbate41054 ай бұрын
Sorry for your loss....My dad would have loved this van. Probably the best van I've seen: security, necessity, and more. I want that vacuum in my house.
@rickihoffman22264 ай бұрын
thank you :)
@malindafoster57195 ай бұрын
Wonderful build! This young lady did a great job in designing her van. I was impressed with her knowledge of all her items built into the van.
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
Patrick thanks so much for having me on the channel this was so much fun to film
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Cannot wait to connect again on future projects
@MrWeusi5 ай бұрын
nice van! Are you gonna upload any vids to KZbin?
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
@@MrWeusi Not at the moment, but I do post regularly on Instagram
@Sargentdigitaldesign5 ай бұрын
What is your instagram?
@malindafoster57195 ай бұрын
I am very impressed with you and your van.
@pdq54652 ай бұрын
I can only imagine what this van cost. It’s beautiful and certainly has ALL the bells and whistles. And it’s huge! Ricky is so little. I’m impressed that she’s able to drive such a big vehicle. I hope that you stay safe & have many happy, healthy years in your van.
@TerryW53795 ай бұрын
That’s the most detailed walk through I’ve ever seen. The van has everything, very nice. Thanks to both of you
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm2 ай бұрын
The batteries are rated in amp hours ( look on the side) hard to figure out kWh @15,000. Your nomadic a/c is actually a Dometic ac and is quite the unit. You glossed over both ac and heat. Is it Diesel heat or?? Your plugs are actually 110 outlets. I turn my head for a minute and hear you say plugs then try to figure out what you are talking about. I like the van, the build but it will help if you knew the actual components. 😀😀😀😀 I like the induction cook top as well, shower is great! Carry on.
@TenTenorioArt5 ай бұрын
I love watching a walkthrough with someone who has a really thought out van-build and knows every inch of it with total mastery. That garage has everything one could need.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
So awesome
@CaptainCraigKWMRZ18 күн бұрын
Yes! And doesn't spend minutes cooing about their dog!!
@davidquintana83955 ай бұрын
wow.. she has it all.. her forethought is spot on, a lot of thinking went into this van.. she can go anywhere//
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! so glad you liked the tour
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
She really can
@MyLifeAsDiv5 ай бұрын
This build is absolutely incredible and as someone who doesn’t have much knowledge on vans, you explained everything SO well and it was so incredibly thorough!! Also I love your energy 🥹
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
😊😊😊😊 I’m so glad you loved it
@geraldmerkel71454 ай бұрын
Yo Ricki, ❤ your home. I explore a lot of van builds. Yours is the first van with zero changes needed for my personal preferences. WOW 👍👍 AWESOME FORD. ✌️😘♥️😎🇺🇸 Hello from beautiful downtown Mid Michigan
@suzannecranford68195 ай бұрын
Very nice and well planned. The storage in the build is incredible while still leaving plenty of living space. She's very adventurous and her van supports her lifestyle beautifully. Thanks for the tour!
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
Thanks so much. Def built this van around everything I need.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Well said!
@delyonofjudah7764 ай бұрын
I’ve searched through quite a bit of the comments looking for the name of the local Colorado builder but didn’t see it. This is an awesome build. I like that you thought of lots of safety factors with being a solo woman in mind. Very important. Thanks for sharing.
@rickihoffman22264 ай бұрын
the is (unfortunately) a reason that the van builder is not listed
@donnab90154 ай бұрын
I want her van! Absolutely gorgeous! Perfect!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
Right?!
@sgw36127 күн бұрын
Glad you have such a solid setup. Thank you for sharing.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures7 күн бұрын
Appreciate you!
@onthethrottle71044 ай бұрын
Wow, this van and Ricki are both amazing! This girl knows what she wants and she really did a nice job designing the van. What an inspiration. You can tell her father did an awesome job teaching her to be a true leader. Thank you for the tour, Ricki!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
We agree!
@rickihoffman22264 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
@JoannePughessenceforabundance3 ай бұрын
This van is the BOMB!!!! First one I have seen with a ski box on the outside like that. If Im ever stuck on the road I want you pulling me out! Lol Safe journeys spirit sister! I hope to meet you on the road one day.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures3 ай бұрын
That would be cool!
@kidmidas66535 ай бұрын
That is one of the best van builds I have seen to date. She's smart, and feisty!
@rickihoffman22264 ай бұрын
Thank you 🎉😊
@mariajhanley51724 ай бұрын
This van is a beast! Well done.
@mikefranks45284 ай бұрын
Good idea on the pullout mirror. Gonna incorporate that on my build. Thanks! Also, I totally agree with the no propane build and allowing a huge battery bank to handle all the loads (induction cooktop/air fryer). Good choice with human waste management in getting the Laveo Dry-Flush toilet. Had mine for about 2 months now and it is a game changer; about $1.68 per flush on 3-pak purchase cassettes. Having a dual internet access system (StarLink and cellular) setup is key - always will have connectivity w/ great speed and low latency.
@bobstuart52555 ай бұрын
Awesome van Ricki, you thought of everything. Patrick, thanks for bringing this one.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Bob
@dhawkr.36782 ай бұрын
That's van has everything money could buy. Patrick, it would be cool to see this van again in a year to see what is still working . Thanks.
@alexandrahesse-parham52683 ай бұрын
Put some Ratan in your half circle. It’s beautiful and allows air flow. It’s also easy to install. Good luck!
@MamaMailishaАй бұрын
That would look great!
@timeforchange3786Ай бұрын
Or something more modern to match the black and grey interior. Maybe a cool black and grey stain glass.
@daviddorr73214 ай бұрын
This the nicest van I’ve ever seen. I love it inside and out.
@rickihoffman22264 ай бұрын
thank you
@meandmysunshine14 ай бұрын
I am sorry for your loss. You did great! Explaining the whole Van. You had a great vision for what you wanted in your Van. Smart young Lady. I love how you did not skimp on pots, pans , accessories. The fridge and freezer - that is important. Then a real vacuum. Amazing! Have fun on your journey! Eileen, ON, Canada
@rickihoffman22264 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@richardcaudillo1108Ай бұрын
O.M.G. Your Van Is absolutely perfect, well planned out. Good job!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventuresАй бұрын
Glad you like it!
@scottstewart67404 ай бұрын
Very kool, love the shower and overall floorplan
@donaldnewton6646Ай бұрын
Hello. Your van design is outstanding. I truly wish I could have the van life.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventuresАй бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. You can make it happen!
@Studiovette5 ай бұрын
If it's a Ford Transit you know it's gonna be a great build! Nobody is messing with this beast! 😆
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Oh yeah 👍
@jennifertx112672 ай бұрын
I'm 6 minutes in..I'll tell you what you "Do Have"...You have it made girl! God help me get anything to get out of here! I'm looking to escape..no a real escape, So all I have is a 2004 Chevy Suburban, with the new parts still in the box to get it fixed so I can just go (brake pads, rotors need turned, a new pro radiator, thermostat and coolant, and I'll live in it, just no money to pay to have them put on, I'd do it myself, but I just have to get away from an abusive marriage 34yrs too long , my kids are grown now, I just need help and somewhere to start....I crave vanlife! It's all I watch, take notes...all I can in secret. What I'm seeing so far is unbelievable and I haven't even seen inside.
@pdq54652 ай бұрын
Good luck with your escape and future 🙏🏻
@believingtoday4 ай бұрын
Excellent presentation showing us this fabulous van. Cool life she has! Very cool!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@tammycruz81894 ай бұрын
This Build Is EPIC n Absolutely Gorgeous ❤.... I Need ( WANT ) THIS VAN !!! SAFE TRAVELS ALWAYS ❤️
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@phoenixaz84315 ай бұрын
27:50 ''I'm a tiny human'', no you're a *great* human!😉 Love her energy and enthusiasm. She's great at explaining everything contained in the van.👌👌She's thought of *everything* !
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Ah thanks 😊
@BethVonStaats-mc1pl4 ай бұрын
This van must have cost a fortune! What a. build!
@kerimabrown54044 ай бұрын
What a build, she got everything I mean everything she needs. I call that a real home on wheels
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
True
@kekelee43624 ай бұрын
Finally, a kick ass girl who knows her tools and how to use them.
@thrashhippie4 ай бұрын
Great video as always Patrick. What an amazing van. I love the attention to detail and the cohesiveness of the build. Kudos to the designer, she has planned everything to perfection.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@Jill-m1f4 ай бұрын
there's another van lifer who's also on her way to the artic circle her handle is nomadic introvert check her out
@michaelhammond5895Ай бұрын
Very beautiful van !
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventuresАй бұрын
It really is!
@546Scott4 ай бұрын
A very cool build and a very cool women!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
Yes 👍
@blacksupersport83115 ай бұрын
Camera man knew his assignment 😁
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
👍
@corydriver76344 ай бұрын
😂
@onefatstratcat4 ай бұрын
C'mon man!
@blacksupersport83112 ай бұрын
@@onefatstratcat C'mon man you know what I'm talking about 😂
@timeforchange3786Ай бұрын
Haha
@Tmrfe09624 ай бұрын
Beautiful build. Good for you…enjoy the freedom that life can offer in this time for you.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@steveaustin-tatorcrusaderАй бұрын
Amazing van & explained details with the best delivery. Great job on the build and video.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventuresАй бұрын
I'm so glad you liked it!
@cheryljennings89594 ай бұрын
I love her personality! She thought of everything! Nice home!
@teresabroxton71103 ай бұрын
Best build ever 🎉🎉🎉
@user-uz2vc1gc6v4 ай бұрын
I love this one. I couldn't live with out a shower and toilet and this shows you don't have to give them up even in a van this size. Also, off topic, the van owner looks really strong! I wonder what her sport is.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
She used to be a power lifter
@reubenj.cogburn85465 ай бұрын
That is a marvelous van with a wonderful layout congratulations. As a side note I did have to turn the volume off and use the closed caption as I could not tolerate the audio.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Whatever works for you
@casual454t13 ай бұрын
Holy moly. All I can say is WOW!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures3 ай бұрын
Happy you found it
@doughaga35424 ай бұрын
Great van , but I would say it cost a lot of money to have it build , with all the extras, it seems to have everything anyone could want.
@alriciab.p.79364 ай бұрын
Dame shes all organized and complete unlike other vans that i have seen. Impressive
@KVAR422 ай бұрын
Amazing Ricki! Ty for the tour. Seriously wish I could have done this when younger. My sincere best to you!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures2 ай бұрын
Appreciate the support
@lindamartin20455 ай бұрын
Guys, that was quite a tour!👍👍pretty much every contingency covered. safe travels, Ricki😄
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
Thank you
@ManlyBurp5 ай бұрын
Wow, she did a great job presenting her van! She could do that professionally at car shows or anything, really. Great camerawork btw. I like how you peeked it into that vent to see inside the cabinet she was presenting. Good stuff! Excuse me now while I go hit that subscribe button!
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
Thank you
@expressivepets13 ай бұрын
Gorgeous build!!!!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures3 ай бұрын
Thank you!!☺️
@65plusfabulous56Ай бұрын
Amazing!!!!!🙌🙌👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventuresАй бұрын
I’m so glad you like it!
@NikkoaFieldsАй бұрын
Nice and thought out van build!! You knew what you needed and wanted then made it happen!! Wishing you the best in your adventures and travels 😊
@wrestling.4.u15 күн бұрын
Amazing!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures15 күн бұрын
Thanks, I hope it inspires others.
@sundertaghoy4 ай бұрын
wow Ricki is awesome take care God bless
@vickiivins32883 ай бұрын
That is a big dollar van! Gorgeous but unachievable for most.
@MamaMailishaАй бұрын
Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. This lady has MONEY.
@Witness_TestifyАй бұрын
Nothing is unachievable
@henryjk9419Ай бұрын
Ehh if its your home and youre comparing to prices for a house then its really not that crazy at all
@crowculbertson4 ай бұрын
Wow! Probably the best RV tour I have ever seen! Love the knowledge of no propane (hydronic). Think the new Revel is built that way and we should expect that in new EKKOs. Love the 2 flip up desk/table areas. How much hot water for shower do you have? Love big freezer with carnivore you need just MEAT! I can not think of a thing you do not have! Any regrets? What prebuilt comes closest to your build? Congrats!!
@crowculbertson4 ай бұрын
I’m inclined to want Murphy bed for openness in back. VanDoIt like. Storyteller beds can flip
@rickihoffman22264 ай бұрын
I do love the EKKO and if i didn't do custom that's what I would have gotten. I have on demand hot water with 30g of fresh water.
@crowculbertson4 ай бұрын
Ricki could sell anything. Surprised she is not working for an RV manufacturing co or a DIY. Maybe she is.
@svensshed15645 ай бұрын
That really is the most intelligently designed van. As a foiler and a rider I could see life in this van with a couple of mods for the garage
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
go for it
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
thank you
@milsway995 ай бұрын
Love this van. She thought of everything. Enjoy your adventures Ricki!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
She really did
@gloriako71855 ай бұрын
Wow you really have all your bases covered! Wish you many beautiful days...
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Thank you! You too!
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
@edwinrodeo26 күн бұрын
Nice build.. good luck young lady.. 👏🏻👏🏻🙏
@lilyLily18242 ай бұрын
Very cool and! I love it. It’s badass! She’s badass!
@Ajcole86Ай бұрын
She literally has every essential in her van and still plenty of space has to be one of the best vans Ive seen
@zarahofshiloh7537Ай бұрын
Thank you, Rickie. Got a great set up.
@nmfirelover3 ай бұрын
Homegirl gots some money 😂😂😂. Sweet set up
@michaelrice5830Ай бұрын
How much does your house cost? She lives in this full time
@timeforchange3786Ай бұрын
@@michaelrice5830i wonder if it would be harder to have this financed than a house but someone who has a lot of equity or paid off their house could sell their house for cash to buy this.
@monkeyz24017 сағат бұрын
Good for her. But this probably cost as much as (if not more than) my house tbh lol. My house was 120k. However, that’s great, if you’re gonna spend that kinda money either way, might as well get what you want how you want it. If I ever become single again somehow this is something I’d def consider.
@maryhull38772 ай бұрын
Wow, wow, wow..she has the ULTIMATE VAN for all reasons and seasons!!!! I live vicariously thru your van lifers U showcase...and I'm on planes, trains and busses...LOL
@janetfeathers41284 ай бұрын
All I can say is WOW!
@Ohiostategenerationx5 ай бұрын
Great looking rig decked out big time.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
It sure is
@TonyPhillips-jy7ev19 күн бұрын
Looks epic thx sharing
@scrapdaddysgarage50275 ай бұрын
Wow! Impressive build
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Glad you think so!
@Witness_TestifyАй бұрын
SICK Especially the industrial bumpers. Good good good Job with everything The only thing missing portable clothes washer
@abigailandino62515 ай бұрын
I love this. The ski box would have tools and art supplies.
@SPQRKlio5 ай бұрын
Exactly what I was thinking when I saw that!
@bellavita30974 ай бұрын
So sorry about your Dad, when daughters lose their Dad it is the biggest loss. 💔 Time will heal. Thank you for buying a FORD 🇺🇸 love that it’s run on electric, your appliances. You would like Trent and Allie! They have Mountain Made Vans in UT that do just this. 🏔️🏕️🏜️🚐
@JD-xo3xz5 ай бұрын
This is such a well thought out build, with so much storage space, that I now question if I can live with a 144...
@JACOBSJohn8184 ай бұрын
Man she has a great set up. Alot of planning and thought went into this..
@KindCreature14 ай бұрын
Thank you Ricki. Delightful tour, and I even saw Lamb Chop! Mike in Oregon
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@ralphhopkins47512 ай бұрын
I'm running a gas model Southwind 33 footer out West here, - simple, no problems. A set up like she's got, geeked up with all kinds of devices and tech stuff is way over the top. "Peace" on building a death trap space ship.
@DianaBoedecker-mx3ix3 ай бұрын
Bad ass. I always wonder if sleep is bothered by all of the power under the bed.
@rickihoffman22263 ай бұрын
not really
@mikedr154918 күн бұрын
I've probably watched 100 van build videos and this one ranks in the top 3 for sure. Very impressive. I would be curious as to why the Promaster didnt' work for her.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures18 күн бұрын
The pro master’s front wheel drive how could you go off road with that?
@mikedr154918 күн бұрын
@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Ah yes - of course. She's going pretty much anywhere in that rig.
@PenRanOutOfIncАй бұрын
Wow i love how well thought out this build was. I personally wouldn't have used push lock buttons for the cabinet knobs.
@GabrielOlguin25 күн бұрын
😍 I’m in love, but the van is awesome too.
@jamestaylor13544 ай бұрын
Doing a smaller van.thanks I got some great ideas from you 😊
@maureenpaterson66572 ай бұрын
I love this van u have thought of absolutely everything & I’m here for it & ur dog is going to love it well done 🥂
@user-mb4se6km5p5 ай бұрын
I'm in a mini now and love the freedom I have. Working on a larger van now.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Go for it
@eliciahonore61754 ай бұрын
Lovely build❤❤
@stevewright62904 ай бұрын
i met a man in the middle of the woods and he said come into my van... Hmmm... Very nice build..
@nataliepolk32085 ай бұрын
I’m in love with this van
@kalenagy5 ай бұрын
wow she really ment is when she said it is her design well done. you can have your own 4g? Patrick that is something to cover in a video or shorts.
@threec50425 ай бұрын
😊 Nice design!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@Smedeiros1983Ай бұрын
Awsome build thought of everything all in one van.
@JoannDavis-d3j4 ай бұрын
This Is Amazing! I Been Wanting To Do This For The Last Past 5 Years. Finally Got An Empty Van 4 Months Ago. Thinking I Can Do This? No I Can't! It's Just Sitting.
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures4 ай бұрын
You can do it
@mikegee98323 ай бұрын
I love that van would love to have one exactly like love love that van so much❤️❤️
@latanyamabry88994 ай бұрын
I love that you're a female and so very knowledgeable of the technology of your van. 💪🏽
@mythicalnomadadventure9695 ай бұрын
Gotta' ask: How much did that van, buildout, all the interior, exterior, heated floors, kitchen, windows, roof & door racks, solar, battery banks, and puppy's hedgehog toy cost her?
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
Alot.
@mythicalnomadadventure9695 ай бұрын
@@rickihoffman2226 Hehe, Don't be shy ? I love My funky van too. 👍 Rock on 🙂.
@user-zl9qc9cc4u5 ай бұрын
That’s a great build!
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
It is
@HisVictoryGirl4 ай бұрын
Great video tour and home. Would be great to know who her van builder is, please share. Thank you.
@MannyWC5 ай бұрын
All awesome but I’d want 3 x the amount of solar🎉and I would ditch the shower honestly… been backcountrying in my Promaster on 3 years now. Having 1Kw of solar and 500ah of battery was the best upgrade. Really love your rig! ❤🎉
@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures5 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@rickihoffman22265 ай бұрын
Thanks for your input. I’m adding more solar and I use my shower all the time. This is my second van
@richard2199519 күн бұрын
Fantastic van design. I noticed that you have double wheels on the rear axle. Does this mean you need a certain licence to drive it ?