All posts by Tristan

Conquering the Highest Peak in the Rocky Mountains—and MORE! [VIDEO]

October 9, 2021VideosTristan

In this video I return to the state that I have done shamefully little in—Colorado. This is the first video from a two-week-long trip primarily through Colorado but also into neighboring states. Stay tuned for lots of amazing adventures! (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

DATE FILMED: Mid-September 2021

GPS COORDINATES, etc.
* Mt. Elbert trailhead: 39.15168, -106.41228
* Mt. Elbert summit: 39.11782, -106.44523
* Leadville downtown area: 39.248221, -106.291713
* Independence Pass: 39.108518, -106.564087
* Independence ghost town parking: 39.106768, -106.603584
* The Grottos: 39.118718, -106.703438
* Campsite: 39.16328, -106.25981

OTHER LINKS
* Adventure Know-How – My membership site that offers access to a map of my campsites, monthly bonus videos, and more.
* Kamchatka Gear (My online store)
* Gear I use
* SUV RVing the book (Amazon affiliate link)
* Instagram (@SUVRVing)
* SUV RVing Facebook group
* My second YouTube channel (It’s about minimalist fly fishing)

How I Added a Solar Panel to My New SUV! (Without Drilling into the Car)

October 2, 2021VideosTristan

In this video I go through the thought and build process of installing a 100-watt solar panel onto the top of my GMC Yukon (by way of a rooftop cargo box). Solar really helps make an SUV camper feel like home! (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

PRODUCT LINKS FROM THIS VIDEO
* Renogy 100-watt compact solar panel
* Solar panel mounting brackets
* 15-foot MC4 cables
* MC4 to 8mm adapter cable

(^ Note that these are Amazon affiliate links. Renogy provided the solar panel free of charge.)

This Guy Lives in an SUV Full-Time! Full Tour of His Setup (Nissan Xterra) [VIDEO]

September 25, 2021VideosTristan

In this video we meet up with Ryan, who lives full-time in his 2010 Nissan Xterra. We go through all aspects of his build, layout, and gear. Enjoy! (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

* Follow Ryan on Instagram here!

Here’s a list of the gear Ryan shows us in his SUV:
* WeatherTech window coverings
* Rechargeable fan
* Thorfire lantern
* Jackery Explorer 300
* Car closet rod
* Jetboil Flash stove
* Pelican 20 qt cooler
* Descend on Bend
* Solar motion sensor lights
* Jackery 100-watt solar panel
* Jackery Explorer 300 carry bag
* Earth Breeze laundry detergent sheets
* REI Flexlite Camp Dreamer chair
* Rhino Rack roof baskets
* iOttie phone holder
* WeatherTech window deflectors

(Note: The Amazon links are affiliate links.)

I Seriously Never Want to Leave This Place! [VIDEO]

September 18, 2021VideosTristan

In this video I return to one of my favorite places in the world, only to fall under its spell once again. (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

DATE FILMED: Early September 2021

GPS COORDINATES, etc.
* Green River Lakes trailhead: 43.313795, -109.858352
* Slide Creek Falls (bottom): 43.290340, -109.810210
* Fish Bowl Spring: 43.280540, -109.794770
* Slide Lake: 43.275024, -109.782012
* Clear Creek Natural Bridge: 43.303549, -109.799918

These Isolated Mountains Are a MUST-VISIT Destination! [VIDEO]

September 11, 2021VideosTristan

In this video I continue to explore one of Wyoming’s (and the West’s) great mountain ranges. Incredible scenery, tons of wildlife, and not too many people—what more could you ask for? (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

DATE FILMED: Early September 2021

GPS COORDINATES, etc.
* Bighorn Medicine Wheel: 44.826195, -107.921559
* Bucking Mule Falls: 44.897084, -107.925377
* Porcupine Falls: 44.855611, -107.914944
* Paradise Falls: 44.759411, -107.798231
* El Rodeo Mexican Food
* Fetterman Massacre Site: 44.571307, -106.841197
* Crazy Woman Canyon: 44.185249, -106.851225
* Campsite: 44.182870, -106.879530
* Tensleep Canyon: 44.116183, -107.259494

Is This REALLY the Most Beautiful Road in America?? [VIDEO]

September 4, 2021VideosTristan

In this video I set off to drive what has been called the most beautiful or scenic drive in America. That’s quite the claim. Can it live up to the hype? (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

DATE FILMED: Early September 2021

GPS COORDINATES, etc.
* Starting campsite: 44.93331, -109.70404
* Lake Creek Falls: 44.930040, -109.703418
* Long Lake: 44.94093, -109.50701
* Island Lake: 44.94507, -109.53931
* Beartooth Lake: 44.94465, -109.59204
* Beartooth Pass: 44.96912, -109.47127
* Smith Mining Disaster signs and buildings: 45.158487, -109.189114
* Heart Mountain Relocation Center: 44.673334, -108.947349
* Internment of Japanese Americans (Wikipedia)
* Devils Canyon Viewpoint (Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area): 45.02176, -108.25108
* Campsite: 44.78405, -107.86911

The First Camping Trip in Our New SUV! [VIDEO]

August 28, 2021VideosTristan

In this video, Cassie, Bowser, and I head out to put our new adventuremobile to the test. How will the Yukon perform? (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

If you missed it, here are some other Yukon-related links:
* Video announcing the new rig and why I wanted it
* Platform build video

DATE FILMED: Mid-August 2021

GPS COORDINATES, etc.
* Starting campsite: 44.96205, -115.94934
* Stacey Cakes
* Art Roberts Park (the tiny park where we ate): 44.911163, -116.099803
* Legacy Park (the park along the water with the walking paths): 44.912018, -116.097534
* Goose Creek Falls trailhead: 44.999883, -116.166176
* Goose Creek Falls: 45.011638, -116.162530
* Pon Yam House: 43.827806, -115.833750
* Trudy’s Kitchen
* Second campsite: 43.809472, -115.807417
* USB fans
* Idaho State Capitol: 43.617659, -116.199788
* Freak Alley: 43.616957, -116.202747
* Basque Market

Building an Unusual Sleeping Platform in the Back of My SUV!

August 21, 2021VideosTristan

In this video I take you through my thought, design, and build process for the sleeping platform in the back of my 2001 GMC Yukon (which is the same thing as a 2001 Chevy Tahoe). Even if you don’t have a Yukon or Tahoe, I think you’ll be able to get some ideas for your own sleeping platform build here. (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

Basically everything was bought at Home Depot, but here are some other links to a few other things I mention in the video (Amazon affiliate links):

* Alpicool C20 fridge
* Jackery Explorer 1500 power station
* Orange cargo straps (I thought I’d gotten them from Harbor Freight, but they were actually from Amazon)
* The mattress (we’ve got two of them)

DON’T LOOK DOWN! The Most Beautiful Part of this Underrated State [VIDEO]

August 14, 2021VideosTristan

In this video I explore a lesser-known mountain range in Nevada that has been called the most beautiful place in the entire state. But… Is it really? (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

DATE FILMED: Late June 2021

GPS COORDINATES, etc.
* Start of the scenic drive: 40.69373, -115.47659
* Trailhead: 40.60424, -115.37669
* Snow Lake Peak summit: 40.60517, -115.39677
* Snow Lake Peak (Peakbagger)
* Snow Lake Peak (Summitpost)
* Lamoille Lake: 40.59283, -115.39290
* Tenkara Addict video from here

The song: J.F. Gloss – Hey Hi Ho Let’s Go

I Bought a New SUV to Turn in a Camper (…But WHY?)

August 10, 2021VideosTristan

In this video I introduce you to my new adventuremobile! (Click here if you can’t see the video below.)

VIDEO LINKS
* Suboverland on YouTube
* Suboverland website
* Suboverland Instagram