EP 270: Bob Wells
Apr 28, 2025
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.
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!
Patreon:
Become a Patron
We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:
Michael Roy and Mark and Julie Calhoun
Sponsors:
GSI Outdoors:
GoSun:
Outdoorsy:
Rent a Van or RV for your next adventure!
Ignik:
YouTube:
The Nugget is on YouTube!
youtube.com/@thenuggetclimbing (SUBSCRIBE HERE)
Show Notes:
Bob’s Links:
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
00:00:00 – Intro
00:38:40 – Most impressive setup
00:40:41 – Clever and unique setup
00:44:52 – Bang for your buck
00:00:00 – Intro
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