Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast

By Jeff Wagg

Built to Go is your #vanlife companion for long days on the road, working on your rig, or just relaxing by that perfect spot. Self-build? Living in your vehicle? Stealth Van? Our magazine format has s... more

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How many episodes does Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 280 episodes available.

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast episodes:

February 27, 2025248 10 Dangerous Things, 3M Security Film, Caravan Trick, CANADA, Remote Jobs
What's your biggest fear? I'll bet it's not what's actually dangerous. We'll take a look at vanlife ways to die. We'll also review 3M security film, explore a hidden feature of Dodge Caravans, hear a tale about a bad day, and maybe find a remote job. Oh, we'll visit Canada too!
If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io
Or do they?
NEWS
Arizona State Parks Raise Fees
https://azstateparks.com/press/fees-increase-at-arizona-state-parks-and-trails-to-support-park-operations
Gabby Petito Docuseries
https://www.netflix.com/watch/81757007?trackId=15035895

VanFest Cape Cod
https://anescapetothecape.com/
TALES FROM THE ROAD
Liz James Has a Day
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BYhMArb1a/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Boring Remote Jobs that Pay Well
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SU9qNEi5aYk
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
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51min
February 19, 2025247 Boondocking, USB Light, Lost Luggage, Fire
A Boondocking build makes a lot of sense, whether you plan to use campgrounds or not. And we'll take a look at USB lighting, visit some lost luggage, and nearly displace over 200 people into the cold Chicago air.
If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io
My first fully self-contained rig.
NEWS
South Dakota Threatens Residency
https://rvmiles.com/south-dakota-legislation-threatens-residency-for-full-time-rvers/

Chaos at National Parks
https://www.nationalparkstraveler.org/2025/02/dirty-toilets-grumpy-visitors-and-vandalism-get-ready-summer-parks

Fuel Prices
https://news.google.com/search?q=fuel%20prices&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen
PRODUCT REVIEW
Hanging Safe
https://news.google.com/search?q=fuel%20prices&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen

A PLACE TO VISIT
Unclaimed Baggage
https://www.unclaimedbaggage.com/pages/contact
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Unclaimed Baggage Site
https://www.unclaimedbaggage.com/
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
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42min
February 13, 2025246 10 Vanlife Myths, Elegear Pad, Glacial Grooves, Cooking Gases, Vanning While Disabled
Do you believe these myths? It's OK if you do-but here's why I don't. We'll also look at a really comfortable sleeping pad, visit a geologic wonder, explain LPG vs. Propane vs. Butane vs. Natural Gas, and spend some time with Wheelie Yellow
If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io
I wish I had the Elegear pad when I owned this setup.
TECH TALK
Seymour 16-45 Rust Converter, Black
https://amzn.to/40KmF7R
PRODUCT REVIEW
Elegear Pad
https://amzn.to/4hzjRBT
A PLACE TO VISIT
Kelleys Island Glacial Grooves
https://www.kelleysislandchamber.com/directory/places/glacial-grooves/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Wheelie Yellow
https://www.youtube.com/@WheelieYellow
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
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42min
February 04, 2025245 NOW is the Time, Rust Converter, Moose, Boxio, A Plate of Bacon
This is an unedited podcast produced by narcotics and sheer will. Now is the time to build your van and hit the road! Really! We'll also talk about rust converters, moose watching, a simple sink solution, creative helps, and a strange woman with a plate of bacon.
If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io
Version 1. Good enough, but Version 2 was better.
NEWS
Canada Ends Permits for Pacific Crest Trail
https://www.backpacker.com/news-and-events/news/canada-pacific-crest-trail-border-ban-united-states/

Hiring Freeze at National Parks
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/02/03/trump-hiring-freeze-national-park-service-00202098
Higher Prices for Cheap Chinese Goods
https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/shein-temu-amazon-haul-set-price-hikes-us-shuts-trade-loophole-2025-02-04/
TECH TALK
Seymour 16-45 Rust Converter, Black
https://amzn.to/40KmF7R
PRODUCT REVIEW
Boxio
https://myboxio.com/products/portable-sink
A PLACE TO VISIT
Moose Tours
https://www.neoc.com/moose-and-wildlife-tours-in-maine/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Ways to Stay Creative
https://www.startofhappiness.com/26-ways-to-stay-creative/
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
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38min
January 22, 2025244 Surviving Uncertainty, Frozen Vehicles, Parc Omega, Amazon Haul, Van Crash
We live in uncertain times! What to do? Here's a list of 10 things that might help. We'll also fix our frozen van, explore a winter wonderland, give Amazon Haul a try, and find some ambience.
If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io
I miss that van
PRODUCT REVIEW
Amazon Haul
https://amzn.to/3E6CE8D
A PLACE TO VISIT
Parc Omega
https://www.parcomega.ca/en/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Calm Ambience
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7OWZuP--94
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
...more
42min
January 16, 2025243 The One Thing You Need Most, Dirty Solar Panels, Benjaman Kyle, UFO Landing, Door Edges
The most important thing is something you already have! Or not... but you need to find out. We'll also visit at UFO landing pad, have an encounter at Burger King, protect our neighbors and find out how NOT to clean solar panels.
If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io
Moments before she was mine.
NEWS
LA Mayor Approves RVs as Temporary Housing for Fire Victims
https://rvbusiness.com/la-mayor-approves-rvs-as-temporary-housing-for-fire-victims/

AIDS Camp for Kids Closed, For Sale
https://www.startribune.com/closure-of-northern-minnesota-camp-is-the-greatest-story-heres-why/601199362

Trade Wars May Slow Battery Price Plunge
https://www.ttnews.com/articles/trade-wars-battery-price
TECH TALK
Don’t clean your panels with Dawn
https://techxplore.com/news/2025-01-solar-panels-dishwashing-detergent.html
PRODUCT REVIEW
Door Edges
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ5X15XS?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1
TALES FROM THE ROAD
Benjamin Kyle
https://www.evisa.gov.tr
A PLACE TO VISIT
UFO Landing Pad
https://www.travelalberta.com/listings/ufo-landing-pad-20618
The UFO Movie THEY Don't Want You To See
https://www.briandunning.com/ufo/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Sam Holmes Health Condition
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hLWiYKiR48

Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
...more
46min
January 08, 2025242 THE BEST, Belt Dressing, Cheap Batteries, Guns at the Border, Last Buffalo, Peregrinus
Do you want THE BEST? Are you sure? We'll talk about the "cult of the best" and other ways to look at things. We'll also explore belt dressings, visit the last buffalo hunt, hear a tale about guns at the border, and learn about Peregrinus.
If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io
The Tikibago could use some belt dressing
TALES FROM THE ROAD
Be sure to visit Big Rob's channel on YouTube!
https://www.youtube.com/@bigrobsvan
NEWS
Are you ready for Wildfires? https://www.latimes.com/california/live/pacific-palisades-fire-updates-los-angeles

Mercedes: No User Servicible Parts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rg0kibsndMQ

NYC Congestion Pricing
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/01/06/nyregion/congestion-pricing-nyc-new-jersey

PRODUCT REVIEW:
Zeerboo 12v 100ah LiFePO4
https://amzn.to/4264ADz
A PLACE TO VISIT
Last Buffalo Hunt
https://www.visitdickinson.com/business/last-great-buffalo-hunt-site

Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
...more
51min
January 01, 2025241 Storage Units, Ice Roads, Sausage Kid, Honey, Diesel Heater LIES!
Some news from Built to GO! And windshield washer fluids explained, a story about a potato, a bargain of a bed, and how to find food and more when you really need it.
Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at http://vanfestusa.com. Sadly, I won't be there. :(`

Fun!

PRODUCT REVIEW:
Amazon Basics 1500 Watt Space Heater
https://amzn.to/3PlseV4
A PLACE TO VISIT
Voyageurs National Park Ice Road
https://www.nps.gov/voya/index.htm

Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
...more
43min
December 25, 2024240 BTG News, Windshield Washer Fluids, XMas Activity, A Potato, Bargain Bed
Some news from Built to GO! And windshield washer fluids explained, a story about a potato, a bargain of a bed, and how to find food and more when you really need it.
Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at http://vanfestusa.com.

Built to GO Glossary
The glossary!
https://bit.ly/BTG-glossary
NEWS
RV Miles Article About Changes Coming to Public Lands
https://rvmiles.com/sweeping-public-lands-bill-passes-congress-explore-act-goes-to-biden-for-signature/

PRODUCT REVIEW:
Timber Ridge Camping Cot
https://amzn.to/4gHsJo6A
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Finding Foodbanks
https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank

Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
...more
43min
December 18, 2024239 Less Lethal Self Defense, Bens Street Food, Singing Tree, Power Station Problem
Looking for a self-defense device that's not a firearm? Consider these... carefully. We'll also try a new shelf stable food, listen to a singing tree, and learn about the Achille's heel of power stations.
Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at http://vanfestusa.com.

One day in Aukland, NZ.

LESS-LETHAL DEVICES
Byrna LE
https://amzn.to/4grsHAX

Hero Weapons
https://shop.hero.us.com/
Joel Persinger on Less Lethal Weapons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXMt36eT4BQ

NEWS
European Starlink Rival
https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/16/24322358/iris2-starlink-rival-europe-date-cost

Ford Transit Still #1
https://fordauthority.com/2024/12/ford-transit-numbers-figures-results-third-quarter-2024-q3/

Solar Price Expected to Rise
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2024/12/donald-trump-tarrrifs-affect-prices-cost-increases-electric-cars-solar-panels-heat-pumps/
PRODUCT REVIEW:
Bens Original Street Food
https://amzn.to/3VMLUEO
A PLACE TO VISIT:
The Singing Oak of New Orleans
https://matadornetwork.com/read/the-singing-oak/

RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Personal Safety from UCDC
https://www.ucdc.edu/sites/default/files/uploads/documents/Other/Personal%20Safety.pdf

Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
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40min

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How many episodes does Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 280 episodes available.

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