Embrace your Pivots
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Great Loop Map, Route, and Destinations
The Great Loop is considered a “trip of a lifetime” as it travels through several waterways. Whether you just learned about America’s Great Loop or are in the planning stages and want to get about the exciting destinations you’re going to visit by boat, you’ve come to the right place. As Gold Loopers who completed…
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Our 9 Favorite Hikes in Big Bend National Park
Spanning over 800,000 acres, Big Bend National Park in Texas is a hiker’s paradise filled with rugged mountains, deep canyons, and expansive desert. The park has over 200 miles of hiking trails, but with so many trails to choose from, deciding where to start can be tricky. To make planning your trip easier, we’ve rounded…
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Don’t Miss these TOP 5 features in a Sprinter Van Build
There are many ways to plan and accomplish a sprinter van build, and it can be very overwhelming. In this article we are going to highlight the top 5 components, we’re thrilled we incorporated, and share why we recommend them in every sprinter van build. Each of the five components may not have much in…
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Best Starlink for Van Life
We live and work full time out of our sprinter van, Summit, and before that we lived and worked on our boat, Pivot. In each situation we had Starlink, and in this article we are going to share the best starlink for van life. Starlink is one of those features that makes you wonder, “How…
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Our Guide to RESEARCHING and INSTALLING a 12V Van Air Conditioner
Since our van, Summit, is our full-time home, we knew we needed to install a van air conditioner. While we planned to chase 80, we knew that inevitably, there would be heat spells or tough nights sleeping. An AC gives us flexibility and comfort while living on the road full-time! In this article, we will go over…
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How to Camp in Big Bend National Park: Tent & RV Camping Guide
Our recent Big Bend National Park RV camping trip was unforgettable—Texas desert landscapes, rugged mountain views, and some of the best stargazing we’ve ever seen! With various RV and tent-friendly campgrounds in and around the park, it’s a camper’s paradise. In this guide, we’ve broken down the pros and cons of all of Big Bend’s…
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The BEST Composting Toilet is the OGO Origin, and here’s why.
We live full-time in our self-converted sprinter van, so having a high-quality toilet is essential to enjoying life. We’ve done a ton of research to determine what is important in a composting toilet and which brand makes the best head. Based on cost, build quality, features, and form factor, we determined the OGO Origin to…
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The Most Underrated National Park: Congaree Ultimate Guide
Congaree National Park is sometimes called the “Worst National Park in the US,” but Elliot, Ollie, and I were determined to see this South Carolina National Park for ourselves. What we discovered were towering old-growth hardwoods, a unique floodplain ecosystem, and 100% dog-friendly hiking trails. In short, we loved Congaree! To encourage you to experience…
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How to Kayak Cedar Creek: Congaree National Park Kayak Guide
Jen, Ollie, and I recently visited South Carolina in our campervan, eager to explore Congaree National Park! One of its top attractions is Cedar Creek, a winding waterway perfect for kayaking and canoeing. However, with no boat rentals inside the park, planning took us some research. To make it easy for you, we’ve put together…
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Top Things to Do in Fredericksburg: The Best of Texas Hill Country
Elliot, Ollie, and I recently rolled into the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg, Texas, in our campervan and had a blast. From hiking nearby state parks to discovering the town’s unique German heritage and wine culture, there are so many fun things to do in Fredericksburg! And at just a 90-minute drive from…
