Truck Tour Solo Woman Living Cheap in a Truck Camper

[@sallyrucker8990]

She worked with a nonprofit and even though she’s retired her major concern seems to be helping other people. What a beautiful person.

[@kevinrowbal5248]

She has a great attitude & energy

[@lindasunderlin6936]

@Mark Everson Hello Mark, that is the entire point of joining or creating a caravan. These folks become your unmarried partners. Each day you do a couple things with each of them! Some travelers even set up a caravan for each quarter, repeating annually. 🙋

[@candicerubio8184]

@Dave A. me too i hate owning a house it's too big too much work and responsibility, I feel claustrophobic

[@livingtoexpedite1730]

Kevin Rowbal inspirational.

[@livingtoexpedite1730]

Mark Everson yes I agree and then something like the corona virus comes along and they put a stop to it all ..

[@SindyJ37]

She really does!!!

[@8754roberto]

After listening to his first words ,it reminded me of this quote. ""The richest man is not he who has the most, but he who needs the least.""

[@maesgramp]

"He is happiest who is content with the least" ---- Socrates

[@1142VS]

@@maesgramp “He is rich who is content with the least; for contentment is the wealth of nature.” ~ Socrates

[@1142VS]

I was also inspired by her words and her attitude towards possessions and it reminded of another quote: "Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants."

[@conversationswithadrianne]

torque503 ft thanks for sharing this quote.

[@wendynicklin7693]

Wow 😳 I agree 💯

[@thizizliz]

Minimalism at its finest. Beth is so well organized & tidy that she obviously doesn't have to hunt for anything.

[@hotspringscyclist2231]

Hi Beth! Wow! You look like my kind of people: Backpacking, bikepacking, road bike, nomadic....love it! I would definitely love to ride or backpack with you sometime! Thanks for sharing your rig and life story! 🙏

[@livingtoexpedite1730]

right 👍🏻

[@jimkirk41]

beth has such an awesome attitude. she has prioritized her life and proves a palace isn t required for happiness. right on Beth. thanks for another great video Bob.

[@mr.fixitakavic16]

Beth seems quite happy with her lifestyle. It's people like her you can deeply admire.

[@sinfullyblondie]

i agree :)

[@livingtoexpedite1730]

Mr. Fixit aka Vic Definitely a inspiration

[@livingtoexpedite1730]

Debbie Molitor me too !!!

[@grannieannie1371]

My niece rode her bike from Canada through to South America. And she lived fine and loved it. It really does depend on your perspective.

[@Onlinesully]

Annette Huppatz Cool. How long was that trip ?

[@susanhowell1673]

Awesome!

[@deepwoods_dave7368]

Love her enthusiasm! Less is truly more. We are human "beings", not human "obtainers". Thank you Bob.

[@cherylhilton2098]

Can't wait. To get on the road.great share

[@Kiwiwanderer]

“ It’s everything I need, I feel it’s sometimes too much” Fantastic energy and attitude. “ this stuff is meaningless” . I like her. Articulate, intelligent . Happy and disciplined. I would love to have a coffee with her. She looks so much younger than her age,

[@livingtoexpedite1730]

She does look young ! She’s awesome !

[@Mrlrobertson]

She definitely seems so enthusiastic and happy .

[@davidleigh443]

@AllyMcBeal Leach I think she looks 50ish. She said she is 54. BTW, 54 is not old nowadays.

[@helened6896]

Indeed, she has great genes and very positive thinking. I'm glad she has found what works well for her.

[@egonzalez9854]

Great video thanks Bob, Beth you are inspiring.

[@teresasanchez8853]

People like Beth inspired me to take the chance. After taking care of my mother for 14 years, she passed away. I also down size. But I got a 27 foot motorhome. Now I want to go smaller. But i still need to get rid of a lot more stuff.

[@wilsonfineart]

That biz about a relative dying and you have to go through their stuff. It's an eye opener. I've been there. It really puts things in perspective.

[@susanhowell1673]

💜

[@1966spyderco]

Agree

[@kimsargeant8126]

Clearing out after losing parents made me realize that I cannot do the same to my children. I’m not done yet.

[@donnagordon4159]

@@kimsargeant8126 moo

[@deaddropsd1972]

Yup. Did a yard sale in 2016 for my Dad. Love ya Dad. Miss you. It made me realize my valuables one day will become junk ... sigh.

[@gail-sw9xg]

I totally relate to getting rid of the "stuff". I took care of my parents and my husband until their deaths, then I got rid of everything that didn't fit in my truck. It was such a feeling of relief to have all the "stuff" no longer hanging over my head.

[@susanhowell1673]

Yes. I had two major yard sales, made trip after trip in donations and giveaways, packed what little that was left in my car and went cross country into the unknown.

[@beekeepermariadelgado6806]

It seems she is more happy, she is done, time to enjoy life.

[@seldonwright4345]

Bravo! I've still got stuff in storage.

[@CherylFlynn1]

Amazing person. You don’t need very much do you. And, with what little she does have, still offers room in her refrigerator for other people’s stuff. God bless.

[@lillygracefollowsourliving4852]

Amen !!✝️💙✝️

[@davidleigh443]

I think most people have trappings-that is to say stuff which we don't really need or use on a regular basis. There is a minimalist challenge-100 things and get rid of the rest. If you do the 100 item challenge a collection( i.e. books) count as 1 item. I firmly believe the less stuff you have helps you become free and allows you, not someone else, to own your life.

[@lillygracefollowsourliving4852]

@@davidleigh443 thank you David you swing that so very well Thank you for your inspiration

[@Rosemary-gc4gk]

She’s terrific! Glad she can do her dream!

[@beach3girl459]

What a positive, generous lady! Thanks for sharing your talk/tour.

[@DonnaBMacK]

Beth is an inspiration.

[@davidleigh443]

Beht is truly inspiring me. I have watched this video several times. I have been struggling with what type of van best suits me or a cargo trailer. Watching Beth, I like the idea of a mid sized truck like her Ford F-150. Then down the road perhaps adding a Wee Roll cargo trailer with the truck. I also like her Super Cab for other storage (refrig along with her Jackery.) Thank you Beth!

[@davidleigh443]

I misspelled Beth, sorry Beth.

[@krebbyzkydzfantasyart7311]

Absolutely love her. The campfires must be so fun with her in the group

[@Onlinesully]

Love to hear more about this lady living on the road on a bicycle. Fascinating. She is a heck of a strong person, and has done so much with her life for herself and for others. In fact would love to learn so much more about this lady.

[@susanhowell1673]

You are living on the road on a bicycle? I have an acquaintance who has done this for over seven years in Mongolia, Africa, and western Asia. He is finally happy.

[@susanhowell1673]

I watched again. Beth also was on a bike. Wow, got it.

[@Sig721Tau]

There's a lady on KZbin, called Itchy Boots, who travels the world on her Royal Enfield Adventure style motorcycle.

[@lynnmorgan9033]

She’s always been the adventurous one. She’s my cousin. I love her.

[@markbunker5934]

"Dying at my job". Well put. Thanks for your wonderful attitude.

[@cynthiam3319]

WooHoo, way to go Beth. Proud to know this beautiful and fun womyn. Your joy and sense of humor always kept the caravan laughing. Peace, Cynthia ☮

[@curliefro]

She is a very young 54 year old! What wonderful energy and positivity she has 😊

[@dalepointer9312]

A pick-up home/ A truck bed shell/ Ready to roam/ Tiny as hell/ It's a choice she made/ Simple in design/ She can park in the shade/ Or between a Wal-Mart line/ A solid good bed/ Easy going and a little rough/ A frugal life lead/ Appears to be enough/ Carry-on and do "your thing"/ Not much to tote/ It is your song you sing/ You write the verse and the note/

[@conversationswithadrianne]

Dale Pointer 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Nice poem Dale!!!

[@gracie2228]

Too small for me need more soece to stretch out.but to each his own.

[@SindyJ37]

I am so inspired by Beth's humble giving spirit. We need more people in this world like her.

[@Plethington]

This lady is awesome! Such an inspiration.

[@ayameyxii8887]

Good for you Beth, Have a wonderful free spirited nomad life. 😄👍

[@greywindLOSP]

Every one needs this Ladies attitude & outlook on life!.....Aho..

[@judyb2425]

She honestly seems so happy.

[@christieelee]

I am planning on leaving after the lockdown opens up...building a truck right now but because I will be working on the road, I am creating a space to sit in my truck and work (I have a high snug top). She is encouraging and I have traveled for years in my truck with plastic bins & a cot...so moving to a more permanent situation I keep worrying about overthinking all of it! Needed to hear this!

[@maddknadd9019]

Small Spaces, Big Coaching Christie what do you do for work on the road

[@christieelee]

@@maddknadd9019 I've been a health coach for 5 years...work by phone and video. Have clients and I train others who want to coach. Been a consistent income source! Love that it is heart work!

[@christieelee]

@@topcheese2889 I'm trying to keep my options open for parking in a city so don't want to add that extra burden. I am super excited about my truck build custom design by me to make use of the space so I can sit inside and work when needed

[@christieelee]

@das wright yeah it just all feels like the wild wild West right now trying to know where I might go. Going to stay put until I see more options

[@vinr6867]

Get a FlipPac!

[@gail-sw9xg]

What a fantastic woman!! Love her attitude!! I have a similar rig, only I raised my topper so that I didn't have to crawl.

[@rustykatt3870]

Good idea!

[@janetkoball44]

It was nice meeting Beth. Seems like she is enjoying her life day by day. Thanks Bob

[@yvettecopple-muhs5583]

Beth, if you should read this, then please know that you are quite an inspiration. Thank you so much for sharing 🙂. As a 48 year-old woman myself, I have been looking toward the future and trying to imagine how I am going to be able to survive with limited resources. Your energy and enthusiasm are contagious 😊 and have further inspired me to continue learning about nomadic living. Best wishes to you!

[@jomimi4449]

Beth has a bubbly enthusiasm for life. Very refreshing

[@goalie2998]

Being happy and content in life is the most important thing. The older I get the more I appreciate this.

[@timgoodsell4053]

I actually like this idea. Would take some getting used to but the simplicity is appealing.

[@ToriLynnH]

After living a couple summers in the back of my simple camper shell, this is great. I didn't have the backseat nor the backpack equipment. Totally works...full-time forever... don't know. The cold is hard for me.

[@alicehallam7949]

"A palace to me! It almost seems like too much." God bless your heart.

[@TJStellmach]

She's a backpacker, right? Carrying everything you really need on your back can give you that kind of perspective.

[@LOVEMCHUNCKY]

This will be my cure for ptsd and depression.. thank you sir for all your help and information

[@Imgone2024]

Super energetic happy person-I feel like she's been very blessed to be someone who's really enjoyed her life.

[@godrulesme8619]

*Beth is so full of life and positivity - Wow!! - I would die to have this enthusiasm for life.* ...Especially when the world looks like it could end soon..maybe not, but in the USA we are definitely going to financially be done with our old ways going forward.

[@Onlinesully]

God Rules Me Totally know what you mean. Your turn of phrase made me smile.

[@felixcat9318]

Beth is an absolute gem! Her zest for life and the outdoors is infectious, and she beams with contentment and happiness! She has made herself her perfect travel cabin with everything she needs and wants, and her truck is gorgeous! A caravan that Beth is a member of is a lucky and happy caravan! Once again you show how the vehicle, equipment and fit out is so very individual to however one chooses to make it, and this lightweight, uncluttered and comfortable set up certainly looks like a good place to be. As Beth said, she lives and cooks outside and sleeps inside, the perfect balance.

[@shaunhall1838]

I’ve noticed with every Nomad I’ve seen they have what is most important to them. Her bike and backpacking equipment says it all.

[@jimmycecil1287]

You can tell from her enthusiasm, and personality, this woman is truly happy in life. Love the video.

[@keithfreeland7638]

Looks and seems awesome, she's enjoying life with travel/adventure, bless her. I envy her.

[@ayfoo8730]

Where does one find these type of nomads? Nice human beings who are positive?

[@1953beetle]

In my expierence,they tend to find me (especially when i've been parked up for a couple of days).Take care anyway.

[@1953beetle]

@AllyMcBeal Leach Does that include people in campervans (me)?

[@patriciastewart2537]

Ay Foo...well, hard to find them...because they are kind of HIDING.

[@garyhouston113]

On the road its a different world.There are no strangers

[@sweetpea3472]

@@nonyabizness.original Your answer made me laugh out loud! Golden!

[@dogie1070]

Homeless Firefighter has this setup, too!

[@VincentiusDaniel]

miss him tho

[@moniquechristiansen6202]

I love Beth’s positive approach and philosophy to becoming a nomad. Thank you for showing that women can live this lifestyle in a safe manner and thrive while doing it. ❤️

[@DebbiePotter-xh7kv]

If you are living out of a truck you are not living extravagant but as a back packer I can see. But it’s so great you share so much with your community. You’re living the life!

[@stephengibson2869]

I like your zest to get outside and live and make the most of life. KUDOS TO YOU!🙂

[@heatherrenton2086]

Wow, Beth is a wonderful example of keeping it simple and being a minimalist. Such a beautiful person who shares abundantly with others. Delightful video.

[@grammy3875]

Beth seems like she embraces life to the fullest. She has great humor and kindness!

[@lisamichele7184]

Loved this lady! What a cool spirit! Anybody would be a better person to have spent time connecting with her around a fireside chat! ⛺

[@cowleyscorners7736]

What a wonderful woman!Helping others with things they need help with and keeping it simple.😊

[@felicetanka]

An inconvenience is an adventure wrongly considered. An adventure is an inconvenience rightly considered.

[@1142VS]

I like Beth a lot! Her energy, her ability to create the life she wants and her positive and upbeat attitude are all great motivations for the rest of us. I've known a number of people that live out of a pickup truck with a camper shell and they love it. Living the way she does has appealed to me for years however one thing I would suggest would be the ARE Walk-in camper shell, I have one on my 2001 Toyota Tundra and it makes getting in and out of the back a lot easier. Another great video Bob, thanks!

[@eddymahon1503]

Beth is inspirational to me. I have a Honda Pilot that I go camping in and I am going back and forth about buying a travel trailer when actually I am very comfortable in my Honda just the way it is. I sometimes feel I need more space when I really don’t. More space more junk and like Beth says, I don’t want to “live in my shell” Thank you Beth!!

[@kimcrowley3032]

She has such a positive attitude. Great interview!

[@CanadianSledDog]

I absolutely get it! It's a huge 4wd bedroom when you live outside! I've lived out of a quad cab truck, bed in the back seat, canoe and bike on the back. I've lived out of a 4runner with a dog. Always had the bbq tank in the back and Coleman stove, and all the food, water, beer, and camping gear I could ever want! What else is there?

[@saibliss7976]

Such an interesting personality, a true minimalist. Everyone has a life changing story. Love that she said "...just pick and go things will sort out as you go along" Another nice interview💖

[@EyeExposeThem]

Good job lady..great set up. Thank you for sharing your ideas.

[@helened6896]

What a beautiful person! I love her spirit. And she truly has all she needs in her vehicle. I was amazed by the space she has in the back, along with a bike. Way to go, Beth. I wld love to meet you, because you seem so special. I'm glad you can be on the road at 54 yrs. Good for you. Good success and good health to you.

[@rhondatraywick7307]

A positive person, we could all take a lesson! Best wishes to her and all who roam!

[@livingtoexpedite1730]

Rhonda Traywick yesss

[@Shakerman270]

Great positive attitude. I think it is key to her success. 🇨🇦

[@cheriepellgrino6550]

My father passed away at 66 and my mother is still alive at 76 but she is wheelchair-bound. Those fishing trips with my dad are good memories for her.

[@rubyred8845]

Nice, friendly lady. I like her set up, simple yet practical.

[@carriefrn]

I love learning from others even if I hadn't considered a truck - 1) consider what I could offer to others if I join a caravan (ex her larger refridg) 2) Talking Stick!! Lol brilliant 3) I'd now consider a truck, I would need a taller shell (and maybe ladder) Thanks for the video!

[@davidmartin457]

She is amazing. You would think she lived in a 50 room castle - great. She is living life to the fullest.

[@zoommikerobinson3315]

Nice 😼🙂...and, the possibilities are wide open. Many years ago, we camped this way in our Station Wagon. These days, though, things are much better.

[@gerald4nomads]

I’m currently doing it in a Nissan Titan and love it. I wouldn’t have a van or car because I like going anywhere.

[@johnrand2862]

Great video. I like that she chose a 4X4 truck. My choice for the future is a 4X4 with a slide-in camper.

[@whtfolks5517]

John Rand Same here

[@billredding2000]

@@whtfolks5517 Both of you be SURE to get a big-enough truck -- most truck campers are WAY heavier than they look, and the largest ones are INSANELY heavy -- and I'm talking EMPTY (dry), not loaded up with gear (wet). Most people OVERLOAD their trucks weight-wise. Not good...or safe. ;-) I'd look into them also...but don't have the "serious" truck, so I'd have to buy both truck and camper. Also, they'd be a bit top-heavy for the off-road places I'd like to go, not to mention that many of the mountain passes in CO are out as top-heavy vehicles can be a problem with off-camber shelf roads, low overhangs and tight/steep switchbacks. Otherwise, they'd be great. Happy Travels, -- BR

[@PumaPete]

Bill Redding you’re absolutely right! A one ton diesel truck would be ideal. I wouldn’t use a half ton truck to haul most slide in campers.

[@helenraymond6613]

My 4x4 Tahoe suits me just like a truck as far as versatility plus I can get into the drivers seat without going outside if need be.

[@susanmboudreau]

I have the exact same pick up and it’s remarkable how much you can fit in it I have my refrigerator in the back water storage in the back and I actually Haul small A-frame camper for sleeping my dogs sleep in the front great attitude Beth hope to see you on the road

[@vanessaboman9840]

What a really lovely lady! I love her enthusiasm and happy personality. And I love the nomad community over there, it's a truly lovely lifestyle.

[@kimsuncha]

this lady might not realize but she is helping lots of folks very simple way to live to rich lives

[@chriscagle6898]

Here is a tip for Beth , have some custom automotive shop put vents in your hood facing towards the windshield because when winter comes you want need to use your defroster because you engine will do it for you. You will save on gas or diesel Also get a hot rod magazine and look in the ads section for your carpet in the cab area, they have insulation mats that go under your carpet and it will drop the temperature from the inside about 8 to 10 degrees in the summer and keep you warmer in the winter and also use emergency blankets they keep you warm as well as newspaper like the bums on the street use. One last tip use 1gallon baggies to keep your feet and hands warm as I learned that from a Cop to help me from having my hands freeze while riding my motorcycle in 14 degree weather not including the chill factor, it was 9 degrees when I finally got home. Jeff Cagle

[@lmarshall7764]

She has such great energy and I love how organized her truck/camper is. Very nice!

[@RobEJC]

I'm taking copious notes for a 30-day boondocking trip in May 2021 in my truck w/shell - thanks Beth and Bob!

[@saxmanzzz]

Such a positive, life-affirming attitude. Beth makes it sound like a joyous adventure

[@benjaminrush4443]

Wonderful. South West Arizonians have seemed to tap into something vital for Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness with CheapRVliving and Outdoor Life. Been following for about a year and Minimalizing your Stuff, while living in a RV, Pickup, Van or Conversion Vehicle is a Freedom from Living-in-one-place. Congratulations & God Bless. Good Luck & Peace.

[@6709LeftzBehind]

Bike touring is so rad, as others have said she's unshakably positive!

[@Imhotterthenyou11]

She sold me on this model of camper living. What a wonderful, happy, optimistic person she is!

[@cindywho134]

She's awesome!

[@larryoutdoor]

Oh. I like those locking mates. We spend most the time outdoors. That's great a great simple set up. Take care be safe.

[@billmccaslin4198]

Love this vid really good job ty for keeping us all informed

[@marilynhunsicker281]

Beth is a true inspiration! Love her attitude and entire demeanor!

[@louise5906]

You inspire me Beth. I've been saving for a van for a while now - nearly there and l'm not so worried now about decking it all out on my own. :-) Just keep it simple! I can't wait for the nomad life - just me and my dogs :-) Thanks Beth louise (Australia)

[@lisetwallace8556]

I camped in a truck camper this summer, with a bike and also a little folding flat step stool to get on the tailgate. I was gifted the jackery and it was a great addition. From a fellow bike traveler, I love your spirit!

[@kele1264]

Beth is a great person, the kind I'd love to be friends with. Her spirit is amazing. She said she's 54, but she looks a lot younger; I'll bet it's because of her active lifestyle and positive attitude. Her minimalist style is amazing; she's so organized. I'm very glad she's with a caravan. Beth is obviously very intelligent, and she is well-spoken. I wish you the very best, Beth. Thanks for agreeing to be interviewed and showing your home. Thanks Bob and helpers for sharing this video. Safe happy travels; safe happy staying in place!

[@jessicawells3379]

She is my age and doing what I wish I could talk my husband into doing! He is actually starting to pay attention to these videos as I watch them, so that is a plus!! Thank you Bob!!

[@lindadowling8484]

Bob just has the gift to bring out the best in people.

[@robertaaugustini4091]

I took care of my dad and then mom for over 20 years. We talked about "things" that loved ones give you that turn to junk the moment you die. I know many will go, many already have, while I size down my life with mom to sell her final home on earth.. but I will keep more things than I physically need because they were important to her, to our life for generations, essential sometimes, just for beauty, other times. Our lives were intimately linked thru the years. Only one niece has the same feelings, and hopefully, she will take what is left when I die and introduce it further into her family so these gifts bless more generations to come.

[@cindychurch925]

Beth is such a delight! Her happiness and positivity is infectious. Thanks for the interview. The way she has things set up looks spacious! I sorry to hear about her mom passing.another awesome video. Got a lot of tips and good advice. Happy Trails to you both

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Yay! Another retired woman with backpacking background who has a home in a pick-up shell! I wish that I had 4 wheel drive and more than a 4-banger, but I make do. Thanks Beth and Bob!

[@maureenmackey4879]

Bought myF150 with Lear cap. Can’t wait to start my adventure.

[@MrSoccerfossil]

Good for Beth - great communicator with lots of positive energy. Thanks for another great individual story Bob.

[@happyday868]

A true minimalist. A truly happy person from the bones. She has the best of the few.

[@MsAshleyRenee]

I love her! I’ve been doing it for 3 years and it’s been amazing!

[@saltyfry8688]

"Just do it and pick yourself up as you go" Well said Beth!

[@sandybeach3576]

I find it amazing at how resourceful people can be.

[@Venice666]

I’ve been living in a 2005 gmc envoy since 2006. It’s wonderful and beautiful.

[@allthingselderly]

Sorry for your loss Beth. You are a brave woman.

[@edwardlulofs444]

I love this video. As a former backpacker, I feel like my PU and shell is luxury. A trailer or class A vehicle seems like a mansion. And it can keep some nomads from reaching some incredible sites. Thanks, Bob

[@bharris9824]

That’s amazing -so glad she shared. Wishing Beth the best.

[@alanl2024]

She’s so happy it’s heartwarming