VAN LIFE Upgrade to Living in a TRUCK CAMPER Tour - Female Traveler

HI, my name is Hannah and I used to live and travel in a van but the engine died and I decided it was time for an upgrade so I purchased a Ford F250 and a Lance 865 truck camper.
Van life was great but I was tired of unsuccessfully driving my van in the snow and shivering to keep warm. I decided it was time for living in a van to come to an end and living in a truck camper to begin! The truck camper is perfect for living and traveling in both the Sierra Nevada mountains and Southern California beaches!
As a female traveler, my little tiny home has all the modern conveniences I could ever need. I find it much easier to live and shower in my truck camper than it ever was to shower in a van. These are just my personal preferences at the moment, I still really love living and traveling in a van and will very likely buy another one once I find the right van for me!
Follow along and take a look inside as I give you a full tour! Thanks so much for watching!

[@gabestorm7150]

Very smart, who is not going to click on a video that shows a woman like you showing an RV if a person is thinking about buying an RV? You rock!! Good job!!!

[@ChrisSlack]

You’re right, this is an upgrade from living in a van. Looks cozy and comfortable

[@jpdocumentary]

I lived in a lance 1170 for a few years and absolutely loved it. I recommend using the dry-z air de-humidifiers or some sort of dehumidifier since moisture/mold can kill these things. I am a fan of the froli spring system for under the bed to keep it fresh under there...I killed my fridge by running while not level - cost 1k to fix....

[@merkin313]

what an amazing view, that storm in the background looks so cool!

[@panhandlepilot9363]

We love our 2006 Lance 951 w slide. I applaud your spirit Hannah. Like me, you have a zest for life and share it with the world. Have fun, be safe, and keep being you.

[@dsn1964]

Perfect rig for a 3/4 ton. Lance is top of the heap. Great choice.

[@cesarpareja2002]

The most kind and Genuine person in KZbin ! She is so natural

[@evanburroughs9329]

Love the lightning in the background!!

[@lopezadventures2102]

*almost their love your truck and camper set up*

[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Cute Video, People have no idea how comfortable a Lance Camper is, we have had class A, class C, Airstream Trailer, my wife and I love our 2006 Lance 851 with a side slide over all the others!

[@DrHannahStraight]

Love the slides, couldn't get one with the F250, maybe in the future!!

[@cjsoutdoors4412]

That my dream set camper, a dinette slide. I'm going to get the Ford Dually Diesel F350 4X4 first, to handle the weight and for extra stability.

[@armandoramos1949]

I love your personality, you seemed like a blast to hang with. Your place looks great, and that lightning show is awesome! Thanks for sharing.

[@redrocker1055]

It's amazing how far truck campers have come. My dad had one briefly when I was a kid. It was probably an 80's model. Yours looks like a mansion compared to that thing.

[@junkyarddog2228]

lighting storm in the back ground was cool.

[@willcook1612]

What a ray of sunshine

[@JuicyFruityify]

Thank you so much for showing us around your place. Really homey. Love it.

[@healthfullivingify]

Fun video, Hannah and great job sharing details of your camper. For those of us who have one or are getting one those details are helpful to hear. Thanks for your enthusiasm.

[@snehaeranna5796]

Office space in a camper is a bonus and full bathroom instead of a wet room is also good thing about this camper

[@brianschott8162]

Cool setup looks like your enjoying your travels. A bit of inspiration for me.

[@shafrobert]

I do love that trans-lit view of you climbing your ladder. Of course, you had no idea it would be so "illuminating".

[@roxannerandle9155]

IT'S ADORABLE. CABINETS AND KITCHEN SO NICE. BE SAFE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW YEAR'S.

[@BuellXB12SDucati1198]

I love living full time in my 2018 Lance truck camper model 850 and 2018 Ram 3500 dully truck. I stay in the north east PA southern NY area. Fully self-contained and no freezing water issues. Lance camper has done a great job with insulation for true four seasons living. I agree with everything you said in your video. It is a great life experience traveling and seeing many amazing places and meeting people.

[@DrHannahStraight]

Love hearing this! I also looked at the 850 and loved it, couldn't find a used one at the time so went with the 865. Thanks for your input!!

[@ArizonaAirspace]

Really like your cozy camper and your bubbly cheerful personality. Your camper has everything you need. Keep on trucking. 👍

[@DrHannahStraight]

Thanks so much, greatly appreciated!!!

[@gary62or45]

Excellent review of your living arrangements. Love your happy disposition and personality.

[@lisakirk7937]

By funny coincidence, I'm also a woman with a 3/4 ton truck and a Lance camper!!!! Both of mine are older though, a 1999 Dodge and a 1995 hand me down Lance Squire 4000. I love them both! So glad to have found your video!!

[@screddot7074]

You did a lot better job of showing a truck camper than any RV sales video and a lot more fun. Thanks Glad you got a good balanced rig. Very few truck campers can work on a 1/2 ton truck. I have one that will but it doesn't have a shower inside.

[@DrHannahStraight]

Thank you!!! I really took the time to make sure the truck could handle it. Considered an F150 eco boost with added payload but knew it wasn't the right choice, went with the bigger 250 and haven't had any problems! I do know some of the larger rigs definitely need the 350 or higher though.

[@dxc5150]

Hello from England I started with your CyberTruck video and now I’m hooked. I ordered the mid-range one. 😘

[@cybertrk]

Oh that's cool... I lived in Reno and converted a sprinter van into an RV and use to LOVE hanging out in bridgeport, yosemite, kern valley areas. Awesome rig! Was looking for truck camper vids to help plan my cyber truck camper plans... your channels pretty awesome, happy travels and thanks for the content!

[@Tiejocky]

I love this camper better than your later one. This one has everything including the most important shower and toilet

[@JosephPuplava]

Nice! Hope you will enjoy this camper. Very comfy. It's very nice in that small space with everything in it, including the shower. Bed, of course, is a plus. Love that NutroBullet Rx. She is very beautiful.

[@BobMarley-dk9hn]

The fact there's a lighting storm behind you. Ugh so jelly. And you're gorgeous lol. Your hubby best cherish you

[@DrHannahStraight]

lightning storms are the best, thank you!!

[@BobMarley-dk9hn]

@@DrHannahStraight yes they are and you are incredibly welcome! :) I hope you have a wonderful day

[@ghostofcato3052]

"Blast the music to get the party started!" You are such a sweetie! 🥰

[@alexrichardson5731]

Hello Hanna . After watching a few minutes of your video I subscribed. You have a charming personality and I love how you explain things in detail better then most guys explain things.

[@davidskaggs9914]

This is the perfect setup. I have the truck just need to find a good deal on a camper. You make me miss Tahoe by the way. Lived there 12 years but been in South Texas last 5 years

[@ronnyg.340]

I really enjoy just how well you can review every convenience of your new camper. You leave no detail untouched and are very pleasant to listen too as well.

[@michaelstrausser5879]

I really wish that I could have met someone like you to find adventures with!! What an awesome way to live life!!

[@UYezhan]

This scenery on the background is great. Crazy. Those lightnings in far distance are beautiful

[@UYezhan]

Oh, no. U broke that ladder in half. What crazy power.

[@OOICU812]

Truck campers are very practical. The only thing I don't like about them is having to exit the vehicle in order to enter the camper. With a van or small motor home you can park and go straight to your living quarters. This is especially important during stormy weather or potentially unsafe areas.

[@DrHannahStraight]

This is definitely something I considered, it is something I've thought about in sticky situations. Haven't encountered one yet but I know the day will come. Maybe I'll just hack a hole through the cab🤪

[@Michael-jq9qq]

Saw this guy in Oregon who makes them himself, look just as good if not better than factory ones and his are open between camper and cab, very awesome

[@daltonbedore8396]

Michael name?

[@Michael-jq9qq]

@@daltonbedore8396 I can't remember, He's done it with Tacomas I've seen and just had for sale on Facebook, maybe try a nationwide search of "Tacoma camper" idk

[@stephenpowstinger733]

Nice demonstration of the Lance. I've been looking at Lance trailers, which are very well designed, if expensive. One thing that always bothers me about RVs is all the wood (used in counters, drawers, etc). It looks nice but adds weight, so of course I prefer aluminum framing, etc. ... This would be a good setup for excursions of a few weeks as the small quarters would be tough for long-term use. ...Very upbeat young lady. Good camping. 😘

[@56fordthunderbird]

thanks for the tour ,loved it ,great camper

[@MrAcortesm]

I enjoyed your show. Thanks!

[@kennyc1032]

Little tip for ya, the flat part in the oven is not for cooking on. That is to distribute the heat. Use the rack instead, believe me, I made that mistake. Love the camper!

[@DrHannahStraight]

Learned that the hard way, haha, thank you!!!!

[@dhincks1]

Congratulations!! I'm about to get my 3rd camper. 1st was a pop-up actually stored real close to whare this video was filmed. On a f150, 2nd camper on a 94 7.3 f350 dually it had a wet bath like yours, I really want a dry bath now. My pop up had a refrigerator like yours, now I want at least a 6 sf, separate freezer and fridge. Both I've used for skiing and from Mexico to Canada east to west coast. Love slide in campers see you on the slopes 2020, or at a deserted cove on the sea of Cortez, one of my favorites the San Juan's in Washington. Cheers

[@evamaria644]

All the things you mentioned I think are musts. Although, slide-in is supposed to be tight when not in use I like having the option. The ONLY reason I wouldn't buy a truck camper is there's not a large enough pass through. Most likely I wouldn't be anywhere I would need it but what if I had to stop somewhere because I'm really tired then I would have to go outside my truck to get to my camper. I have a fear of facing wild animals, snakes, alligators, or whatever. If I need to leave quickly I want to slip in that driver's seat and go.

[@dhincks1]

@@evamaria644 Interesting, That hasn't been an issue....yet. The full size truck's window is just big enough most slide in campers aren't. The reason I went the way I did is, dual purpose with the truck & I like the 4 wheel drive I have. It's also a work vehicle. I've got my new used big foot 3000. Added 300 watts solar adding 2000 watt inverter. Actually have done a lot of upgrades to both the truck and camper. Cheers Duncan

[@derykcampbell8508]

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[@chrisritchie6732]

You are such a nut!!! I stumbled across your bag shower video recently and think your silly personally is adorable. Always good to see someone who appreciates the great outdoors and enjoying nature. Stay silly - it makes life more fun!!

[@netsurfers9357]

Good choice Hannah!... Now you can keep warmer!... Love to see you enjoy the great outdoors and indoors! (Smiles)

[@dsn1964]

This is one of the most 'organic' videos I've ever seen.......😁

[@stevensmith1911]

3:43 yep

[@Abiti3131]

And 16:29

[@8x6inches]

Yea but she looks like a saddlebag.

[@richardwatson8822]

Really nice setup you have there, I owned a Lance, 11 8 truck camper and a 4 wd Ford F 350 a few years back. I sold it when fuel got so high. Wish I had kept it, Missed it ever since. Any way be careful out there, enjoyed your video. You're a sweet girl, Have fun while you're still young!

[@Wlp42]

Great sense of humor n personality n authenticity you put in your video. Keep up the great content!

[@DrHannahStraight]

thanks so much, truly appreciate it:)

[@luciovidaurriiii9314]

Very nice I chose a Palamino truck camper and really love it! Glad you like your Lance you will love it..

[@Matthew_Eitzman]

Lucio Vidaurri III, did you choose the Palamino because of weight?

[@luciovidaurriiii9314]

@@Matthew_Eitzman Yes Matthew weight and price . It weighs 2500 lbs dry and alot more affordable than a Lance.

[@sucreilyreyes7398]

i know you normally use pour over because of the flavor but just so you know, theres something called percolator, search on amazon, its a stove stop espresso maker, normally used in the caribbean or europe (italy).. if you like a pour over you definetly gonna like that, also you save on filters ans its easier to do.

[@DrHannahStraight]

Definitely going to look this up, I love espresso. Thank you so much!

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

Crazy thing is... I was looking at a truck camper and was wanting more details. This video popped up like magic! Thanks for sharing!

[@jameswilliams2814]

Excellent video Dr. Straight.

[@kerrywilliams2490]

Beautiful rig. Just like you Hannah. First time seeing you. Very good video.

[@DrHannahStraight]

Thank you so much!!!

[@franksantos4680]

Organic smoothie , Pizza with all the food groups 💯❤️ 🍒One a day keeps the Dr. a way 🤣 ..... Happy smiles camper 😎🤙🏽🇬🇺🇧🇿🤙🏽!!!

[@DeanMk1]

Lightning in the distance. Cool!

[@mc4906]

Very cool, thanks for sharing.

[@fredstratton555]

I've heard good things about the Lance campers. I'm a full-time RVer, and am considering buying a slide in camper, while keeping my present camper to go to Alaska. Also want to travel to Nova Scotia.

[@DrHannahStraight]

Fully support that thought, Alaska is beautiful, definitely a do. Never been to Nova Scotia but can only imagine it's amazing!

[@TimothyVincentStBarts-ls7ii]

i will keep a long story very short. oct 2018 paid 35k for a new lance camper. november 2018 torrential rain and my new lance camper sprung a LARGE LEAK in the bathroom vent. drove to the dealer and that one leak turned to 3 leaks. the dealer spent four hours resealing all the vents. one month later torrential rains again and one of the "fixed" leaks sprung and i mean 1 ounce of water on my floor every thirty minutes type of leak. two days later i dumped the new lance camper on the dealers shop floor and demanded my money back. he said he cant b/c thats not how it works. i then drove to heaquarters Lance (lancaster, california) and spoke to the ceo. i had a check for 35k in my hand two weeks later. i have heard MANY OTHER horror stories about ALL RV'S and not just lance. good riddence lance. i hope you have better luck and happy trails. ps. google lance sucks and read the horror stories but maybe true for artic wolf rvs too.

[@TheBigdaddy9448]

@@TimothyVincentStBarts-ls7ii Wow! Lance gave you your money back? That says a lot about them! What started out being a horror story turned into a happy ending. I have had two Lance campers. There customer service is above board. My latest Lance had a leak due to a cracked skylight. Lance replaced all of the skylights and vent covers. No more issues. There is no such thing as a Perfect RV. If you are not prepared to deal with issues with your RV, you may want to choose a different lifestyle. The fewer the issues the better, but there will always be some. It's the nature of the beast.

[@Ka9radio_Mobile9]

You should meet Bob wells one day! You have a great set up. Lance makes great campers, Arctic fox is the one that I would like to get. Have fun! :-)

[@DrHannahStraight]

Thanks! Arctic Foxes are super nice as well! You should definitely get one!

[@Ashak2001]

This is my dream. :) happy to see you living this way

[@michaelthomashayden9391]

Your channel is great. Keep it coming.

[@renaissancepoet]

Pizza is God's gift to the human race! Oh... and your camper is nice too. ;)

[@Mcfirefly2]

This is so wonderful. I have been looking at an 1181 forever (no longer made!), which I chose mainly because it has nearly wrap-around windows in the back. But no way could you haul an 1181 on an F-250! It's always just over the line for an F-350, unless it is one of the largest chassis cabs, especially if you want to carry some cargo (water, food, clothes) or another passenger or two, pushing you up to an F-450 chassis cab, which then needs an enclosure. Before I set my sights on an 1181, I was hoping for one very much like yours. It looks so sweet; a comfy and practical, and very mobile, moving home. I am happy for you, and you seem like a very nice young woman.

[@DrHannahStraight]

I would love wrap around windows in the back!

[@Mcfirefly2]

@@DrHannahStraight They aren't exactly wrap-around, but there are windows on all three sides of the kitchen and dining area. There's a big slide, and the whole thing's just heavy. So at least yours is not going to be so expensive a diesel or gas hog to move around! Much more manageable. I got tired of researching trucks, since everything I learned always seemed to be wrong, and the location of pickup vs chassis cab truck information always seemed to be changing, and multiply the confusion by all the different years. Then, I'd lose my online or paper notes about them, and have to start over. So lighter and simpler really does sound better to me.

[@stephenpowstinger733]

I didn't catch her discussing the truck but it seems to be a f250. Anyway, a f350 dually is better for that heavy load.

[@vladix750]

Hannah, I am amazed how positive and smiling, lovely girl you are!

[@jameshampton3542]

Amazing! And the camper is cool aslo

[@carlpilon9563]

I dont drive, so would like to know if my wife would be comfortable driving a set up like you have vs a van? Do you have a generator? Can you camp in winter and have water or do you have to worry about your water lines freezing. Can you crawl through the back of the truck into the camper? Thank you for sharing

[@stressfree9780]

It's pretty comfy- if u want she can ride in my lap

[@LuthorvilleCA]

Interesting channel, Doc. I've never seen any other doctors living off-grid in a camper. Once the world survives the current pandemic apocalypse, I'll need you on my team for the impending zombie apocalypse. Have fun out there!

[@catman8670]

Nice camper, it has it all!🌴🌴🌴

[@juanrobinson3981]

I really like what u do I I wish I could meet you one of these days keep up camping keep smiling and be safe. God bless you you so awesome😊😊😊

[@dansantarsiero1526]

Earth to Hannah, Earth to Hannah, come in Hannah!

[@madtrucker3757]

Something tells me when u get used to the slide-in j won’t want to get a van. I had a slide-in and loved it. Used it till it died. What happened then? I got a bigger one! Believe me u won’t want another van. Just subscribed.

[@garyrayray9402]

Adorable! U got it all goin grl!

[@davidmichael7606]

Hannah you are truly perfect Love your attitude your look on life.im sure everyone tells you.but what a woman you are.hats off to you

[@brownbunny2513]

Hannah, you are beautiful, and i love your energy, and sense of humor. You are blessed, and i love your new home on wheels.

[@DrHannahStraight]

thank you so much!

[@navigant321]

3:43 a happy accident

[@tuba_ogtheuniquelybeardeda7572]

Great personality, looking forward to watching and catching up.

[@Shamagantu]

That pour over set is nice!

[@csilt]

That's cool that you're mostly eating plant based. I've been vegan since 2001 and its such a great way to go. People always think I'm 10 to 15 years younger than I am. This is such a nice looking set up, I want one! Also fyi Amy's has a vegan margarita pizza that is amaze balls, that's right I said it. Happy trails

[@DrHannahStraight]

I say amaze balls all the time:) thank you!!

[@csilt]

@@DrHannahStraight You're welcome! : )

[@viviansimmons2071]

@@DrHannahStraight 99

[@bootsontheground1388]

Awesome rig!

[@scottdude8104]

Great video id love to see more of stuff like this and adventures very cool!

[@davidrobinson5581]

Yeah sky view....love it!

[@TinyHouseLife]

love it! so beautiful, you and your set up.

[@DrHannahStraight]

thank you!!!

[@petepotaczek5844]

Hannah: you are a dreamboat and although adventures, traveling and camping are of interest to me I watch because I can only dream of having you for a travel/ life companion. You make my eyes soooo happy, thanks and be safe!!!

[@rocket9580]

I think I'm buying a Lance...thanks for the tour..happy trails ..

[@carlclement5515]

Fantastic video...very informative and entertaining!

[@crzyruskie86]

You are adorable. I was looking to buy a van but honestly for the price, having one of these seems infinitely more convenient just for the fact that you can use your truck separate when you have to.

[@DrHannahStraight]

exactly my thoughts!!!

[@mixflip]

Walk in closet! That was funny....I'm going to use that line the next time I'm filming campers lol. Great video.

[@pravmistry3775]

Another great video, keep up the good work...

[@APar-yx1wl]

Great how you demontrated every thing..You did a great job..nice rig..Happy Travels..

[@adamskull6268]

My respects for you and other single young women who are doing the Van Life. Hope your packing heat. I like your down to earth personality and knowledge about your camper which you could sell, sell, sell. Be safe out there and God bless.

[@buddy8225]

After watching this I might just invest in a truck camper and a pickup.

[@timwilson4683]

Awesome great set up! Great Vid

[@outside926]

Nice! We also have a Lance. An 825 and a chevy 2500 and we ❤it!!

[@DrHannahStraight]

I also looked at the 825, really liked that one as well!!!

[@evamaria644]

Girl, this is exactly what I thought about doing, except I love the Host slide edition, however, I'm soooo glad I found another female who has done this. Do you mind sharing what kind of work you do when you're in orange county? The only reason I was considering a van is because of the stealthiness of them when visiting Los Angeles.

[@lindaalbu8762]

I've thought of this too, I'm still researching my options. This is a great video and Hannah nailed it, she's awesome. I've seen a few other females, younger and older, who are living very successfully in their truck campers. I'm inspired!

[@evamaria644]

@@lindaalbu8762 I'll check those out too!

[@JJ-em4qq]

Doctor doctor give us the news we got a bad case of loving you !!

[@AO-sz5ci]

Awesome 😎 set up! 🥳

[@johnl.8616]

I love the lightning behind you.

[@sfbfriend]

Love your personality and you're cute too...Do you make your living on the road? What beaches do you like in SoCal?...

[@CroakerOutdoors]

I've got too much invested in a traditional job and living situation to be able to jump ship. What kind of careers besides coding and maybe a virtual life coach support this lifestyle? Guess it's just a mindset choice to commit too.

[@CroakerOutdoors]

@Chris Merck Good point 👍

[@BR1967FE]

Hey you got my truck camper & even my pizza 🍕, lol : ) hopefully one day, great video and love those clouds & lightning

[@OntarioAndrews415]

So ....I watched my first video of yours the other day and I decided to start at the beginning to see if I want to continue to watch your vids. So far .....so good. Time will tell. :)