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The Perfect Camp Spot and Having Adequate Solar Power

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Gonagain

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@craigjohnson2771
@craigjohnson2771 4 жыл бұрын
Looks better than a crowded rv park👍👍
@beach3girl459
@beach3girl459 4 жыл бұрын
Thirty miles down a dirt road sounds like the perfect campsite to me! Thanks for the info, especially about "tools". Awesome...
@DRGreen-ps7eh
@DRGreen-ps7eh 4 жыл бұрын
I love your vids, you always find a spot for a little history lesson, and then practical wisdom. Sadly, we gave away our 6 x 12 cargo trailer/camper to the older grandson, just starting out in life, broke as most of us were at 21. I have enjoyed watching him use it. We have since purchased a small 18' travel trailer and built it to our needs. 230 amps DC power, & 200 watts solar. I was surprised at the power needs of my little MacBook Air, but has been addressed, and we spend most summers out west, tho not Nevada..... yet.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Don't be fooled by the starkness of Nevada, you'll love it. Sounds like your power needs are met.
@SoonerGirlTravels
@SoonerGirlTravels 4 жыл бұрын
So glad that you put all that work into bringing us your videos. I am always thrilled to see your video notification telling me there is a new video. Thanks for all of your hard work.
@michaelhamerski2168
@michaelhamerski2168 4 жыл бұрын
You 2 are doing great! Nevada is special
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Yes it certainly is!
@galardmills5306
@galardmills5306 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for talking about camp site factors. I agree with Linda: “No one else around” is a high priority.
@777cretbo
@777cretbo 4 жыл бұрын
When we first started tenting(we are weekend campers) ... we liked it a lot, then we thought lets get a camper ... got a 16' TAB, it was fun also. But realized after experience ... no fun paying for a crowded RV park where they stack and pack you in like cord wood!! We find the state parks/county parks or Army core of engineer parks in MN/WI where we camp that has nice $25.00 average a night with electric that have been a nice alternative. Long story short ... we sold our camper as like more remote tent sites and with a Jackery will be able to have all the power we need and more privacy with super nice instant tents they make now has been a nice cheap alternative, for know, until we decide what style of camper or van or trailer we would like to have. Thanks for a super video as normal!! Bob
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Bob because I would like to make a trip back east one of these days soon and wonder about what kind of campsites I can expect to find.
@jimstone5401
@jimstone5401 4 жыл бұрын
I love your channel. Do not stop. Thanks.
@dncook1955
@dncook1955 4 жыл бұрын
Great job Rick and Linda, always look forward to you videos . Your video including sound is cinema quality to me. Always a bit of history and show and tell. Thanks
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
We work hard at it, but love to do it. Thanks David.
@FirstSuiGeneris
@FirstSuiGeneris 4 жыл бұрын
Definitely looks like there’s marks of knapping on those stones. I agree with you, and believe it was a teepee ring too.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
It's what we spend our time poking around in the woods looking for. Kinda like shaking hands with someone from the past. Thanks for watching!
@FirstSuiGeneris
@FirstSuiGeneris 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain : )
@ChuckisOutside
@ChuckisOutside 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick for showing us some behind the scene details. Happy trails.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
You bet!
@mysticalmisfit1332
@mysticalmisfit1332 4 жыл бұрын
Great info. Cool set up. Beautiful campsite. You had me at “no bugs”. 😃
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
I hate bugs.
@beachbum9869
@beachbum9869 4 жыл бұрын
Another great Gonagain production. I must reverberate someone else's comment; I like how you embed little history lessons with your videos. I would have never know that was a teepee ring, let alone finding the stone pocket knives. Really neat. I believe that if everyone had the respect and love for our natural resources, artifacts and the like, our world would be a much better place. I had sl these wonderful plans for building out my 6x12 but have recently taken the attitude that less is more and by using sturdy cots, chairs and table that can be out away and stored provides much more flexibility to what one can use their trailer for. The only built in structure would be (maybe) a front counter. Because of my disability I can no longer hike and forage around. However I have found several companies that make off reading scooter that would allow me those possibilities. Anyway, I thank you for sharing your experiences, life lessons and wisdom. Me, I can share what not to do because of my experiences and life lessons. 🤪🤪 Have fun, stay safe and stay healthy!
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
There's nothing wrong with keeping it simple and a lot of things right about it. I hope you find a good rig to help you get out and do some exploring yourself.
@patricklondon6006
@patricklondon6006 4 жыл бұрын
I look forward to every one of your videos. I can gleen something useful out of everyone of your videos. Thank you so much.
@29roadie17
@29roadie17 4 жыл бұрын
Great video! It's nice to get the full review on your setup. You've designed it well to fit your needs perfectly by the sound of it. Very similar to my kind of set up. I need very little power and I like the versatility of not having "built-ins" in my multi use cargo trailer. I appreciate all the information on the Native American tools and tipi ring. You always show us some really interesting stuff. Thanks for all your work to create this well thought out content and for sharing it with us. I always look forward to your next adventure. You guys are perfect hosts every week. Cheers and stay safe out there!
@1robertmkelly
@1robertmkelly 4 жыл бұрын
I really like the simple way that you setup your trailer to meet your needs. My trailer is similar, but I use an oxygen concentrator instead of a computer, plus an AlpiCool fridge/freezer so it has about the same wattage requirements as yours. My trailer is 6x14 and I had two of the largest used solar panels i could find installed on the roof. My trailer has plenty of solar, but not enough battery storage yet. I really appreciate the frugal and simple designs that you share with us. It makes it all possible for those on a budget. Thanks
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
You're the audience I'm talking to! Thanks so much for watching.
@MeanGeneSanDiego
@MeanGeneSanDiego 3 жыл бұрын
You actually get better color on a cloudy day, as strong sun tends to burn out the highlights.
@thizizliz
@thizizliz 3 жыл бұрын
Seems you made the right choices for the way you camp. It's also cool how you mention alternatives so others can apply what you've learned & tweak it to their lifestyles. Well dobe.
@markleaman8313
@markleaman8313 4 жыл бұрын
You guys have come a long way in regards to learning what is and isn't needed to live and work in your little trailer. Anyone contemplating starting out in this hobby would find your videos invaluable! See you guys on the next one!
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark!
@markleaman8313
@markleaman8313 4 жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure rick, all the best to you and your better half!
@FireFighter1512
@FireFighter1512 4 жыл бұрын
Another informative video. "Turns your crank" Haven't heard that one in a while! Thanks for sharing............
@TRAILHEADADVENTURES
@TRAILHEADADVENTURES 4 жыл бұрын
Nice find on the tee-pee ring and tools, I just love finding untouched history when exploring around!
@johndeno562
@johndeno562 4 жыл бұрын
Very much appreciate the update on the solar system and the storage units.
@dadams19111
@dadams19111 4 жыл бұрын
This the reason why I am selling my 29ft travel trailer and I am building a cargo trailer this spring after the wife and I do the snow bird thing this winter. We are down sizing so we can see more. Now we have to detach and drive out to spots and we cannot stay because we have to head back to campground at night. Plus to reduce camping expenses which translate into more camp time as a savings on a retiree income.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
There you go, you figured it out! Everyone is different in their needs, but we've agreed that if something happened to our 6x10 we'd get another one the same size. It's not for everybody, but it's comfortable enough for us.
@ADONAIsays-so
@ADONAIsays-so 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for sharing.
@ShelbySquatch
@ShelbySquatch 4 жыл бұрын
Out here in Illinois land grass means chiggers, skeeters and ticks...oh my lol. Bugs can make camping miserable at times depending on when and where u camp. We camp mostly in spring and fall. I have been in areas near water and never had bugs which is weird. Unfortunately most places in Illinois close November 1st and don't reopen till April. I have camped in Wisconsin, Missouri, Kentucky and Tennessee which is really nice compared to our flatlands here in Illinois.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
We've never taken our trailer back there, but I'd like to. Yeah, we've left areas because of the bugs!
@pastorjustin4181
@pastorjustin4181 4 жыл бұрын
That is a nice lookin campsite. I like having more water around so thermacell is a must for me. 😬😳😊😎
@sasquatch885
@sasquatch885 4 жыл бұрын
Lots of good information!👍🏻
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it
@the4thj
@the4thj 4 жыл бұрын
I love it and that's what a lot of people want to do is what you two are getting by good, you're examples and great places are leading the way thank you.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@oldsoul9523
@oldsoul9523 4 жыл бұрын
Love you guys! Keep the videos coming, We just installed a rooftop tent on our jeep this summer and we were able to get out a few times. Love the spots you find!
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you've found a great way to get out and explore.
@patriciatanyityng2446
@patriciatanyityng2446 3 жыл бұрын
Very Beautiful countryside....😇 A million doller view!!!🤑🤔
@whisthpo
@whisthpo 4 жыл бұрын
Very informative, 'Real world ' report on being power independent!
@Grumpyneanderthal
@Grumpyneanderthal 4 жыл бұрын
Interesting content as always Rick and Linda. Thanks for taking us along.
@kenjones1689
@kenjones1689 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your hard work. Great video!
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ken!
@SamuraiMama
@SamuraiMama 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for breaking it all down for us! I still don't understand all the power stuff. But I'd like to add more solar to ours eventually. But for now, it's enough.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
It's really easy for you to add, maybe a one hour job. I'll help!
@lyndarandall211
@lyndarandall211 4 жыл бұрын
Great site👍 You always give great information. A lot of the items and/or ideas we are using or will be getting for our conversation cargo trailer. Blessings, take care and stay safe 🤗🐞
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching another video Lynda!
@jennifersmith8900
@jennifersmith8900 3 жыл бұрын
so i'm already addicted to watching your channel. I love how you explain and story tell. you do things that seem "doable" to me. i'm not an extreme hard camper or explorer but i'm interested in doing it. can you discuss in a future video of what a newbie would want to learn before going out in the desert, like what to watch for (wild life dangers) any other dangers we should be aware of? i'm not ignorant i grew up in west virginia in back woods so i am use to rattlesnakes and bears and bugs...but i admit i've been spoiled for a good while and it's been a while since i've done anything like this. I'm hoping to go exploring here very soon. so anything advised would be wonderfully appreciated. I love your stories please keep sharing. i hope to meet you and Linda some day while out and about!
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Jennifer! Most all of our videos are directed to the newbie and you'll find a lot of useful information in our past videos. Coming up there will also be videos of my daughter's simple cargo trailer build and those projects will also apply to van builds. We've already posted videos of installing insulation, windows and the roof vent, all in easily understandable terms with you in mind. You'll also find videos on a proper tool kit, what to check on you car to make it ready and emergency gear to have along. I saw you coming! I hope you continue to enjoy this channel.
@StepvanDan
@StepvanDan 3 жыл бұрын
Great video ,best way to wake up some Gonagain video and coffee ,its the best, thank you and big hugs from MN
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
Time for us to have our afternoon coffee too Dan!
@StepvanDan
@StepvanDan 3 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain i think i am on forth pot now lol
@gringo3009
@gringo3009 4 жыл бұрын
Great content as always!
@brushbum7508
@brushbum7508 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the work you do to bring us these great videos. TAKE CARE..
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brushbum!
@aztrails1
@aztrails1 4 жыл бұрын
Always useful information and interesting explorations.
@mariesonoma
@mariesonoma 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You are the best at teaching. I'm a semi driver so I'm camping most of the time. It's fun watching the your travels. Thanks again for sharing. 👣🌺🌊
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
You're a professional road tripper! Thanks for watching our videos Marie.
@bustershaw9230
@bustershaw9230 4 жыл бұрын
Hey you guys What a great video with tons of information. You answered a lot of questions I had about cargo trailer. Great camping spot. Long live egg salad sandwiches. Have fun.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Buster.
@bradsexton7295
@bradsexton7295 4 жыл бұрын
Cool spot. Love your channel. Very informative and entertaining.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Brad, glad you enjoy it!
@mtnseekerone
@mtnseekerone 3 жыл бұрын
I love the idea of a 6x10. Small but big enough you can stand up in. Not sure my little Frontier can handle that safely after a few mods.
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
I hope it does, you'll just have to take it more easy on hills and in headwinds.
@alanjackson4646
@alanjackson4646 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent, thank you very much. Regards AJ
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks AJ!
@tonyfreehauf4463
@tonyfreehauf4463 4 жыл бұрын
another good video - Old Tony
@billmitchell7731
@billmitchell7731 4 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your videos. And your tips 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bill!
@vickilennon2556
@vickilennon2556 3 жыл бұрын
A great video, with lots of good information! Thank you
@tomburson5733
@tomburson5733 4 жыл бұрын
I know who to go to when I need solar advise!
@ruabadkitty
@ruabadkitty 4 жыл бұрын
I just ordered Visible. Phone comes in monday. I have republic wireless but it is ATT and it doesn't work when I am way out in the Oak canopies in Fla. So I am holding on to it for a month to make sure visible is better. Glad you mentioned it and it works good for you. Thanks for the video.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Give it a good try. I get into areas where it won't work but overall it does well.
@russell3380
@russell3380 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you. Beautiful place there. If you were moving from the east to the west, where would you call home?
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Oh, good question and one that we constantly ask ourselves. What if? Well, we're kinda partial to the southern portion of Nevada that's still high up. Like just north of Caliente. Or maybe around St. George, UT. Both areas are temperate.
@russell3380
@russell3380 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain Tyvm for taking the time to answer, now back to my hemming and hawing, it's awful.
@ralphp3057
@ralphp3057 4 жыл бұрын
Hey, Very nice knapping remnants!!! My wife just found a cache of churt remnants in our lake edge from Seminole Indians. 👍 Nice
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
We always like to see those because it tells us the past inhabitants liked that particular area.
@gladegoodrich2297
@gladegoodrich2297 3 жыл бұрын
Try Enterprise reservoir. The upper reservoir has a really nice campground. Not far from the Nevada border off hwy 56.
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Glade, that's a beautiful area.
@UncleBuckle50
@UncleBuckle50 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for going to the trouble and sharing
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Ron!
@pastorjustin4181
@pastorjustin4181 4 жыл бұрын
Ok got my answer about refridgerator. I just saw your camping gear list.
@robertdwyer6647
@robertdwyer6647 4 жыл бұрын
Like your style. Tell us why your not 4 wheelin as much.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
I guess two reasons. The first is that out got to be too much trouble taking the 4 wheeler out of the trailer each night on the road do that we could sleep in the trailer. The other is that the rear passenger, Linda, gets totally coated in dust! We still use it on local trips around our state.
@TillieMuckMuck
@TillieMuckMuck 4 жыл бұрын
I always enjoy your videos and I look forward to each and every one.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@Jixton
@Jixton 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great video!
@jamesweiser252
@jamesweiser252 4 жыл бұрын
You guys ever think about van living/traveling instead of a truck and trailer? And IF you wanted to take the ATV you could always hook up to the trailer.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
We've traveled with a van before but this trailer gives us more room to move around, take showers, etc. It's hard to find a good compromise!
@1shirleynewman
@1shirleynewman 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure
@eutimiochavez415
@eutimiochavez415 4 жыл бұрын
Great video thank s a lot of good information.
@denniscastle936
@denniscastle936 4 жыл бұрын
Been missing you guys, doing a little trave!ing of my own. Brother, full timer, just left for AZ. this morning. Spent the last week in northern MN. Got to thinking, you were just talking about some rain coming. All that stuff on and around the table but no awning of any sort!!!!!???
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
We do have a Clam shelter and use it frequently. Awnings flap around too much out here where the wind never stops blowing.
@jimmybutler3728
@jimmybutler3728 4 жыл бұрын
Always nice to see what you have to talk about, and how we can use the same equipment , did I here you say you used your solar charger in your home; for you refrigerator during power outage?...
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
I didn't say that, but it would sure work. How you doing Jimmy?
@jimmybutler3728
@jimmybutler3728 4 жыл бұрын
Good as always, hope you can say the same for both of you and you family...
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
We're fine, thanks!
@ralphp3057
@ralphp3057 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick & Linda, Thanks for your work editing videos!!! I love to see areas in the wilderness that I have never seen!!👍 I don’t do RV parks when I camp. But, not as much BLM land on east coast. 😁🍺
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Ralph. I want to visit back east sometime soon but am concerned about the camping opportunities like you mentioned. I guess it's mostly going to be campgrounds? That would be ok with me for awhile.
@RVingwithG
@RVingwithG 4 жыл бұрын
I hope to do the same to my trailer... It's a 6x10 as well. Two deep-cycle 6volt Golf cart batteries, insulated, two windows, a Maxx air fan, lights, ramp, fold down 6x6 bed, not heat... < I was thinking the Wave-3 heater. I have to get a bigger car/truck to pull it. I have maxed out the Subaru Forester.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
I like your plan for the trailer. The Wave heater, though, will put a lot of moisture into the inside air. Have you looked into the Chinese diesel heaters? Not sure we can even get them anymore, but folks were really liking them.
@RobertTKlaus
@RobertTKlaus 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain I spent last winter using my van as a bedroom in Vegas, and it's dry here. I have the Wave 3 and love it, but even with the low humidity and the windows cracked about 1 inch there was too much condensation. The screws that go through the cross pieces that hold the ceiling panels up started dripping and rusting! Thanks so much for mentioning the Diesel heaters, I had no idea. After thoroughly studying them for the last 36 hours or so, they seem to be the answer for me and are cheap and economical to run. They just need to be installed correctly, it's easy though. I have watched many videos and this guy is hands down the best and has a whole series on them. I will be putting one in soon. Keep up the great videos! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqfanoiVeMigfas
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
@@RobertTKlaus You've probably noticed our vented propane heater, which doesn't put any moisture into the air, but it does require a flue through the roof. We absolutely love it though. The little diesel heaters can be vented through the floor and they don't take up much space and that's why I mentioned them to you.
@ErikHeller-sg8sw
@ErikHeller-sg8sw 4 жыл бұрын
AH, THANKS, My Weekly Fix. Once Again NICE. And Yes, Nevada is One Big Camper's Delight.(Providing if one Likes The Pinion Pine & the Perfect 'Hide-Outs' with Very Few People) I Do. Maybe One of the Last Great Places. The Great Basin. So-Much-Space!!Also Thanks for the Info About How you do your Videos. I intend to do/start my 'Show' as Soon as I'm able. (Offroad Music-Gypsey)Between Now and Then, I will have to get More Equipment, and Someone to 'Walk me Through' All the Finer Details about how to make a Video from Start to Finish. The 'Installation of Each Gizmo' With All the Extra-Goodies. Music is My Game, so my Rig will be Loaded with Expensive Recording Equipment that is Very Thirsty for Power. SO, Solar will be a Must, a Lithium Battery I'm Guessing, one of those Jackery's, Whatever I will be Needing. (Someone even mentioned a Small 'Wind-Turban'??) Sound Tracks, Background Music, Themes etc., 'Will Be Plentiful' once I'm Settled In. (Still Have to Do My Cargo Build, but I Found a Great Teacher) His name is Rick. Maybe you know him??? I'm Certain a Killer Insurance Policy is in order, but I Already Have that Now. Bubble-Pac & Padded Cases, but I Already have those. Same as going to do a Rock Show, but now my Audience will be the Critters, Coyotes, Birds & The Echo's in the Hills. I Better Stop Now. I'm Long Winded. Thanks Again for The Best 'Offroad Adventure & Educational Videos Out There'. Yep, You Rick & Linda are The Best.🤗
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Erik. I don't know of anyone that ended up liking a wind generator in this application and instead opted for as much solar as they could. Some bought them and tried, like Slim Potatohead, but stopped using it because of the noise and the hassle of putting it up. Sounds to me like you're going to have a great time with your plans.
@thunder19301
@thunder19301 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing i enjoyed the video
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching thunder19301!
@normanmallory2055
@normanmallory2055 4 жыл бұрын
Great video i like this one .. Here is an idea to give some thought to and i don't know why i didn't think of it .. Along with all the security you have for your RV cargo camper to make it theft proof what would it be to add a Game Cam to your mix ? I was talking to a fellow the other day and he sets up one out of eye sight but it covers his RV while it's parked .. Said he feels more secure having a monitor video of it .. Several times he returned to his camp and all was as he left it and he pulled the Trail or Game Cam and looked at images taken .. Some drive up to your campsite get out walk up to the door and knock on it no one answers then they tried the door to see if it was locked then start looking into windows and did a walk around of your RV, then got back in their rig and drove off.. The Game Cam had captured it all .. I had not even thought of using one for that purpose until i spoke with him.. So i looked up Game Cams and they are not expensive for what they offer $59.00-$99.00 depending on range of reach and other features and they are small and camo in color.. I'm going to add one to what i have .. Thought i would pass that on to you..
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
I have two on my property but hadn't thought of using one while camping. I think I'd try to find one that has a long life lithium battery installed because the ones I have each use 8 AA batteries and when one goes dead it shuts down the whole thing. Thanks for the idea.
@normanmallory2055
@normanmallory2055 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain A good friend of mine who owns a sporting goods store uses Moultrie , Browning and Primos Game /Trail Cams ( Browning easier to set up he said ) .. He owns 5 Trail /Game Cams and sets them up off and on during the year to monitor not only game but his Toy Hauler /Cargo RV while he is gone away from it during the day.. He had one Game/ Trail Cam setup on an old logging RR grade for a year (Moultrie )... When he returned to pull it to place it in a different location it was working fine he said..I too asked him about Lithium batteries and he said no he does not use them except in the dead of winter months as you don't really need them otherwise...With a 32 gig SD card installed he said his top Cam will take up to 19,000 images or is capable of that many images .. They are a lot better than they were 15 years ago , the early models took 10 C- size battery's and would not last 1 month before it shut off..
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
@@normanmallory2055The lithium batteries will handle sub zero temps and are the best choice if your expecting those conditions. Every time I go out to my off grid property I need too buy $20 worth of alkaline batteries and it's getting kinda expensive. I use them for trespassers and managed to get one cited recently.
@normanmallory2055
@normanmallory2055 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain Yes i understand your decision there on that one ... I'm sure you know this already but just in case not.. I order bulk backs of Alkaline batteries for my needs both in AA and D size and also Lithium for the one headlamp and my Surefire lights .. 24 bulk pack of AA Alkaline costs $9.79 from Amazon which is a better price then i can buy locally by far , and they come with a 10 year shelf life .. I have used Ray O Vac for years and the main reason i do is they don't leak like the famous Cooper Top batteries do ..
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
@@normanmallory2055 That's a good tip, thank you!
@garretlewis4103
@garretlewis4103 4 жыл бұрын
If it wasn’t for the trees, we could see the forest. 😀😂😀😂 With the Jackery as a “backup” for the trailer battery, do you just switch over to using the Jackery or have some type of wiring/connector which goes to the camper battery so you can use the lights, etc. which are wired to it?
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Good question Garret. I haven't found it necessary to connect the trailer system to the Jackery because everything we use, including the refrigerator, is able to plug into the Jackery directly. The only thing left out would be the trailer's overhead lights. One person said that they put a 15amp adapter on their 30amp cord and plugged into the Jackery's AC outlet for reserve power.
@garretlewis4103
@garretlewis4103 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain Yeah, I thought about that and tried it on my 500w Jackery to see how many watts it drew. It worked; however, I thought there would probably be less of a draw overall doing some type of wiring/connectors to connect to the camper battery to keep everything 12v. I figured this would be less of a drain than going from 12v to AC (Jackery) and then from AC to 12v (camper). My camper only has 12v lighting and a Maxxair fan. Just thought I would check to see how you used your Jackery to supplement since you mentioned it in the video. If you had connected it to the camper's battery, I was curious of your experiences (+ & -).
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
@@garretlewis4103 I would want to bypass the trailer's battery in that case so that the dead battery wouldn't draw the Jackery down. You could make a connection from the Jackery's 12v, 10amp accessory outlet directly to the power buss on your trailer after disconnecting the dead trailer battery. Even alligator clips in one end of the wire and a male cigarette lighter plug on the other could make that connection to the battery cables. Hope that helps.
@joerabid8313
@joerabid8313 4 жыл бұрын
Solar Panels has its downside if you have a bunch of cloudy days. I use a WEN 56203i 2000-Watt Portable Generator as a backup. I'm surprise you don't have a Wall Unit 17 inch SST sink in the trailer and a hole through the floor.....I put one in my 8ft Cargo Trailer about 6 month ago very useful.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
I have a collapsible shower with a hole in the floor, so I'm part way there. I hadn't seen that sink before or ever heard it mentioned on the forums, but I like it!
@joerabid8313
@joerabid8313 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain Look on ebay....Commercial Stainless Steel Hand Wash Washing Wall Mount Sink.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
I did look them up. Pretty nice in this application.
@jaxxon98
@jaxxon98 4 жыл бұрын
That site looks beautiful! It is also nice to see the inside of your trailer. I have the Jackery Explorer 300, and am planning on getting the 1000 on Amazon's Prime Day. It's so interesting to see how other people use solar power. One thing though, you said (more than once) that the Jackery solar panels came with the Jackery. I'm not sure that's what you meant, but it came out that way. Did you mean the company sent them to you like they do with other YTers? Otherwise they sell for nearly $300 each on Amazon.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
That's what I meant to say. Through October 14 Jackery is offering $100 off the Explorer 1000: www.jackery.com/products/explorer-1000-portable-power-station.
@jaxxon98
@jaxxon98 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain I'm not sure but it appears that Amazon may be offering an additional $100 off of the Jackery 1000 on Prime Day (tomorrow). The coupon details state $100 off on PD and $100 off with the coupon, so who knows. I'll be checking it out tomorrow.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
@@jaxxon98 Good deal and I hope that works!
@cjdave9615
@cjdave9615 4 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Just curious, what software to you use for your video editing? Keep up the great work. Take care.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
I was using "Video Pad" but switched to the free version of Davinci Resolve. Still learning how to get the most out of it.
@bobcole3852
@bobcole3852 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video, Rick... Wondering what size your "house" battery is... I added two 100 watt panels and a 30 amp controller to our trailer, but still need to do more. Have a 300 Jackery and 100 watt panel for it, but Micro Minnie winnie needs more conversion to make it boondockable. Always appreciate your input and insight.
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, our house battery is a Walmart Deep Cycle Marine size 27. It's been working fine for the last three years and is still going strong. The current price is only $70.00
@bobcole3852
@bobcole3852 3 жыл бұрын
I heard that visible throttles speed. True dat?
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
It does, during peak times. I'll upload videos during the middle of the day while we're traveling.
@superma74
@superma74 4 жыл бұрын
my guess is that "spear point" is a residual piece that was used to chip arrow heads from. but that is just my story.
@badgerpa9
@badgerpa9 4 жыл бұрын
What he showed as a pocket knife is what the first spanish priest and travelers drew pictures of and said the people carried them with them in leather bags so they always had a "knife, scraper, etc" on them. Once trade for metal knives took off they fell into oblivion. As the old documents held in Portugal and Spain are translated it shows how poor the education I received in the USA was and it is extremely poor now. As each group learns less about the past more is forgotten and the text books are getting very poor in most schools.
@joerabid8313
@joerabid8313 4 жыл бұрын
Your video is nice and sharp/ clear...are you still using the same video camera listed.?
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
About 95% is with a DJI Osmo Action. I brighten the colors up a bit in editing and bring out the audio some, that's it.
@joerabid8313
@joerabid8313 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain A good book I use as a reference on making videos is "The Bare Bones camera course for film and video " by Tom Schroeppel for a few bucks on amazon.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
@@joerabid8313 I checked it out and that looks like a great resource for getting started. Composition is something I pay close attention to and study in other people's videos as well.
@RVingwithG
@RVingwithG 4 жыл бұрын
Rick, can you go into detail about that table? :)
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
The one in my trailer? If so, here's a video I did about it a while back: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnnOqadsZ5Vni80
@lesliegranowski2683
@lesliegranowski2683 4 жыл бұрын
Nice video
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Leslie.
@richarddaugherty8583
@richarddaugherty8583 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! Could that point have been part of a stone knife that broke? That looked awfully broad for an arrow, spear, or dart point. Question: what kind of hose did you use to run propane into your trailer? I'm about to do that for my little cargo trailer and I can't find any reliable videos on this. I'm thinking rubber hose should be fine, especially on the outside, but a QD would be nice on the outside too. If you know, or know of a reliable source I'd love a pointer! Love your channel! Ciao!
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Hello Richard, Yes, it's very possible that it's a knife point. One thing about it that I didn't mention, and that led me to think it's a spear point, is that it's very, VERY old. A point that's 10,000 years old is still shiny, but this piece was really dull. On my propane I just used a store bought barbeque hose of the correct length and ran it through a rubber grommet where it goes through the floor. It's fine.
@richarddaugherty8583
@richarddaugherty8583 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain Thanks!
@catpurrson3651
@catpurrson3651 4 жыл бұрын
At the beginning, Linda was walking with her stick in front of her...snake avoidance? How often do you encounter them in the desert?
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, that's exactly what she was doing. We've only encountered one, just recently, in all the years we've been going to the desert areas. But, like you noticed, we always move very carefully in those places. We have a video out on that subject that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqG6iIBslq6KbpY
@catpurrson3651
@catpurrson3651 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain Some facts I didn't know. Added comment to video. Old folks advantage of moving slower...too true!
@alvisjenkins1305
@alvisjenkins1305 Жыл бұрын
Have you guys ever experienced goat head spurs in Nevada ? I hear these Spurs will ruin your tires.
@gonagain
@gonagain Жыл бұрын
Yes, we've had experience with them...had to replace tires. Watch out for those!
@popatop75
@popatop75 4 жыл бұрын
how long does your Typical Refrigerator food supply last? amd do you guys use the freezer? enjoyed the video thanks again
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Hello D, we don't feel the need to use the freezer function, but some folks do by freezing bottles of water and using those to keep a separate cooler cold. The 55 quart Alpicool T50 that we have is large enough to keep the two of us out for at least a week.
@popatop75
@popatop75 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain thanks until next time
@richardr1891
@richardr1891 4 жыл бұрын
Like to know if you upgraded the alernator on your SUV when you connected it to trailer ... I beleive the stock application is either 145 Amp or 160 Amp depending on year for the V8 .... there are aftermarket units around 275 Amp but not cheap ... my own SUV has 4.3 V6 with a 105 Amp stock alternator was going to adapt a GM V8 145 Amp was wondering if it will be sufficient ?
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
My 145amp alternator has been doing fine, but there's only the one battery on the trailer. If there were two then the upgrade might be a good idea. Also, the 200watt solar panel on the roof is keeping the battery up whether I'm sitting still or moving down the highway. That's helping too these days.
@danlux4954
@danlux4954 4 жыл бұрын
How about a small windmill?
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
From the folks that have tried them in this situation, they're troublesome to set up and noisy.
@pastorjustin4181
@pastorjustin4181 4 жыл бұрын
Is that refridgerator also a freezer? Ive seen vids where with a freezer i can freeze items/water and put them in a cooler, in my Rtic cooler. Rtic same as yeti but much less expensive. 😳😊😎🍉
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Yes Pastor, it can be all refrigerator, half freezer or all freezer. A review update on it will be out next week Friday.
@sojourn1544
@sojourn1544 3 жыл бұрын
Have you considered a DC to DC charger?
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I have, but our needs don't require it. Not yet anyway.
@sojourn1544
@sojourn1544 3 жыл бұрын
Seems like for as much as you guys travel/on the road you could be charging your house batteries...and just use your solar to keep them topped off....just a thought....and a dc to dc charger will trickle charge your batteries when fully charged...it does what a charge controller does with solar panels.....great videos..you guys make a good team....😀
@markreynolds3850
@markreynolds3850 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this video., interesting information.
@gbmarie836
@gbmarie836 4 жыл бұрын
How do you keep from getting lost when you hike in no trails areas?
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Hello gb Marie, stay tuned for some videos coming out this Fall on that exact subject. We use a variety of methods from the simple compass to GPS and it's fun to do. Most people think of a compass as something to use IF you get lost, but our video will show how to use it to not get lost in the first place.
@ericsvalland4417
@ericsvalland4417 4 жыл бұрын
I'm confused. You said Forest Road 25 in the Antelope Valley, but Forest Road 25 is in Monitor Valley (next valley over to the west). Forest Road 22 runs through Antelope Valley...according to Nevada DOT (www.nevadadot.com/home/showdocument?id=1297).
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
FR25 goes from Antelope Valley to Monitor Valley, going through the National Forest. If you still can't find it please let me know.
@ericsvalland4417
@ericsvalland4417 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain OK, I have a good idea of the area you camped. We retire in less than 3 years, and I'm searching out areas to explore in the future. There's a couple of hot springs just down the road from where you stayed. I'm sure there's one or two hidden ones in the hills. Hint - older topo maps are a great resource for finding things that are not well advertised. Love your content, and thanks for sharing! :)
@thomaskieber-emmons4293
@thomaskieber-emmons4293 4 жыл бұрын
Gonagain - GPS coordinates of the area can be helpful
@mrmichaeltscott
@mrmichaeltscott 4 жыл бұрын
DC to DC quick charger for no sun days. See Hobotech on YT for the how to and links to the parts.
@garybalanesi610
@garybalanesi610 3 жыл бұрын
Having tree cover and sagebrush with a lack of mormon crickets....
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
We got to a campsite after a swarm once and the dead crickets were all over the ground. I'm glad it was over because that would have been bad.
@jimv.661
@jimv.661 4 жыл бұрын
I think you made the electrical too complicated. You should have just mounted a bicycle generator on the trailer tongue and sent Linda out to pump up the battery when it ran low. You could do that day or night, rain, snow, or shine.
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Wait, YOU tell her that, but remember she's packin.
@jimv.661
@jimv.661 4 жыл бұрын
Ha! I forgot.
@stevec2665
@stevec2665 4 жыл бұрын
But what is the Hula Hoop for? LOL
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
The shower curtain. It goes with a foldable tub that drains through the floor.
@stevec2665
@stevec2665 4 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain Hey that sounds cool. Have you ever done a video on how that works? Thanks
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
@@stevec2665 Yes we have, check out out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIOlfX-rr5qpnZo
@s.mas.w
@s.mas.w 3 жыл бұрын
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@wrbruce6100
@wrbruce6100 4 жыл бұрын
I would bet the only way that pile of chipping’s was put there by kids was a long time ago by native children, kids nowadays have cell phones and iPads in their hands when they can walk. To much work for today’s kids, plus it’s outside. Good video, take care
@gonagain
@gonagain 4 жыл бұрын
Never know I guess, but this being the middle of Nevada I think there may still be some ranch kids around who like to explore the woods.
@drillsergeant5338
@drillsergeant5338 3 жыл бұрын
Like you and Linda, I live on a fixed retirement income and I know how to make it from payday to payday. I hear how hard it is for you and other tubers to edit, upload and post videos. That's why I don't do it any longer. Life is too short to work when you are our age. Every single day should be only about enjoying life. So, why do all the crap you do for a few crumbs ($) from the tube. It just ain't worth it in my opinion. Just food for thought and I enjoy your videos. There is one guy on the tube (Rusty 78609) says he does all his recording on his phone and just uploads the vids like they are shot without edit. Again, just thoughts from my bruised and battered brain. Hope to see you all out there on the road some day. Regards.
@gonagain
@gonagain 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Drill Sergeant! I don't know, I guess I'm a glutton for punishment. No, actually, I like to teach and share what I know and that's why most of my videos are informative. Also, I like the art of video and the challenge of making my videos better as time goes on (I have long way to go!). It is a lot of work and I'm up early and at it every day of the week, but it also keeps my mind busy and me out of trouble.
@drillsergeant5338
@drillsergeant5338 3 жыл бұрын
@@gonagain And you and Linda are doing a great job. Thank you.
@seymourwrasse3321
@seymourwrasse3321 Жыл бұрын
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