Bob Wells (CheapRVLiving) is the ultimate vanlife guru. Bob has been living in vehicles full-time since 2008 and has helped thousands of others escape the 9-5 grind through his YouTube Channel and website . We talked about his life before the road, the vehicles he’s lived in, the best budget options he’s found, essentials for $100 or less, heating systems, bathroom options, cooking tips, and much more. GSI Outdoors: Camp Stoves GoSun: Solar Coolers Outdoorsy: Rent a Van or RV for your next adventure! Ignik: Sustainable Campfire Become a Patron: patreon.com/thenuggetclimbing We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS: Michael Roy and Mark and Julie Calhoun Show Notes: thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/bob-wells Nuggets: (00:00:00) – Intro (00:01:39) – Bob’s background (00:04:36) – Life before the road (00:05:38) – Bob’s shed (00:09:39) – Big city vanlife (00:15:38) – Full time vanlife (00:17:39) – First van (00:21:37) – Emergency bucket (00:23:41) – City-specific van tips (00:29:40) – Progression of vehicles (00:34:40) – Freedom on the road (00:38:40) – Most impressive setup (00:40:41) – Clever and unique setup (00:44:52) – Bang for your buck (00:47:57) – Avoiding burnout (00:51:52) – Dogs (00:55:56) – Bob’s future (00:58:57) – Practical advice for road life (01:05:53) – $100 or less essentials (01:07:54) – Heating systems (01:10:55) – Van or truck tent canopy (01:15:45) – Longest trip in one week (01:17:43) – Beauty of Moab (01:19:43) – Where to find Bob
