Whew! I did some math, and it's led me to some difficult decisions. You'll see. We'll also explore Capetown, make some toast, and learn how to not go blind. 

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The view from Robben Island. 

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• 500W Single Slot Toaster

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• Seriously, don't look at the eclipse without protection! Here's some advice. 

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Sometimes, it's nice to remember the DRIVING part of travel. It can be fun! Here are five great drives. We'll also look at why you should NOT install USB A ports, we'll review some simple wine bottle lights, and tell three impossible stories that are all true. 

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And then there's THIS weird story... 

PRODUCT REVIEW

• Wine Bottle Lights

TECH TALK

• Don't install USB A ports anymore. Install these, or better.

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5v Van? We’re getting to the point where it’s possible for “light” builds. It’s a great option for no builds! And you can add CarPlay Android Auto to just about any radio, why should you avoid gluing flooring, a quick geologic trip to Morocco, and a visit with some mermaids! 

Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at:
bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Alas... 5V VAN ◦ Lights https://amzn.to/3Ij4I7q ◦ Vents Fan https://amzn.to/3IcH6Bp 
 ◦ Heating pads https://amzn.to/48tYtZq ◦ Cooking https://amzn.to/3UToKNC ◦ Hand Warmer https://amzn.to/3TbGWk5 NEWS • e-Sprinter  • https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/electric-mercedes-benz-esprinter-a-small-step-for-van-a-giant-leap-for-van-kind/ PRODUCT REVIEW • Jensen JDASHCP adds CarPlay and Android Auto to most stock stereos • https://amzn.to/3SSY8cP TECH TALK • Solar Security Lights - these work fine, but there are many choices • https://amzn.to/4bUqiNb A PLACE TO VISIT • Mermaid Museum! • https://www.mermaidmuseum.org/   RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION   • Simple Enough Explores Gig Work • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Eo2mvBqau8 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. 

iOverlander is the go to app for many of us. But there's a problem, and there may not be a way to fix it. We'll also take a look at an "attack" in Quartzsite, a way to add CarPlay to stock radios, and a great new resource, Nomad Wiki. 

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Reading signs is wise...

PRODUCT REVIEW

• Jensen JDASHCP adds CarPlay and Android Auto to most stock stereos

TECH TALK

• Solar Security Lights - these work fine, but there are many choices

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• The AMAZING Nomad Life Wiki - just for us

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Is a camping trailer part of "vanlife"? I say yes. Why not? We'll discuss the pros and cons of living the life as a toad. We'll aslo find a clever way to hide your toilet, discover a problem with winter food, visit some giants, and nearly die because of a design problem. 

Some Skookie folks doing the do. 

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Ok, maybe not quite a "big rig."

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• Ottoman Cover

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• Blythe Inaglios

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• Lateral Podcast Can Save Your Life

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Folks - this week was eventful, and completely unanticipated. But here I sit in Florida, and I offer you a lengthy explanation and a list of lessons learned from it. 

Skoolies are great! But they're not without challenges - let's explore. We'll also "ride the whirlwind," visit an art museum, encounter a Catch 22, and Chase 70º. 

Some Skookie folks doing the do. 

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NEWS

• https://www.wusf.org/politics-issues/2024-02-07/florida-bill-ban-public-sleeping-camping-explained

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• V-Hanvr Folding Dog Pool

A PLACE TO VISIT

• Smoke & Mirrors at the Boca Raton Museum of Art

https://bocamuseum.org/art/smoke-mirrors-magical-thinking-contemporary-art

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• Plan your epic trip based on the climate! 

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Van Fest Florida is finished, but it's also just the beginning. We'll take a look at how well our WeBoost has been doing, review some IKEA lamps, use our recovery boards, and talk about how we can all get to events. 

A very nice spot...until the generator fired up. 

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• IKEA Solvinden Lights

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• Here’s a few events to look out for:

• Skoolie Swarm

https://skoolieswarm.com

https://www.peacelovevans.com

https://www.instagram.com/skoolieup?igsh=b2h6bWQybXByenV4

RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION

• Explorist.LIFE Great resources!

• http://www.explorist.life

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Wonder what DEF is? Even if you don't drive diesel, this might be interesting. We'll also watch our van roll uphill, update our Vevor Diesel Heater review, read some onerous laws, and more. 

The start of a very bad time. 

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PRODUCT REVIEW

• I have great service from my Vevor Diesel Heater
  

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A PLACE TO VISIT

• Gravity Hills, Spook Hills, Ghost Hills - they're everwhere...

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• A video by Monique at Simple Enough telling a tale of woe - and it's all about airbags.

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What is OODA? A way to get yourself out of trouble, that's what. We'll also review a pop-up table stool thing, visit Vanfest, check out Prepper Survival Guide and hear a tale of the very stupid.

Join me in Florida next weekend! 

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OODA

• A link to the military explanation of OODA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tj0fgjMdzU0

TECH TALK

• Diesel MIGHT be a better buy than gasoline. Maybe.

• https://www.caranddriver.com/research/a31515330/diesel-vs-gasoline/

PRODUCT REVIEW

• Popup Table Stool

• https://amzn.to/4aZ2s2m

• https://amzn.to/48GBJ9l

A PLACE TO VISIT

• Vanfest 2024 in Viera, FL. Jan 26-28, 2024

RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION

• A very dense and useful magazine about all sorts of skills that are useful in vanlife. 

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