Seriously, these are the heroes we should be holding up, not celebrities. This man is paving the way to reducing a whole lot of suffering. Problem-solving and ingenuity, a role model for sure
It's a shame that this is what we have come to. If multinational corporations paid fair wages to their workers, mental health and substance abuse programs were available to everyone and municipalities invested in low and middle income housing, this wouldn't be needed. It is better than a park bench or sidewalk. I would just enclose the fuel container in a locked box so that it can't be tampered with.
Dignity. Dignified. Well said and well done, Ryan. Bravo, and many thanks. A truly inspired gift for humanity, which is actually so many gifts in one, for us all. 🙏🏼🐾♥️
Nice looking project, well made and functional. This guy surely had fun building - watching it take shape. If he or you think giving this to a vagrant is going to change anything you are delusional.
I really hope Ryan gets some financial backing, this is a genius idea. This is what the government should invest in and not tent cities or nothing at all.
This is an absolutely awesome tiny Home for people who are sleeping rough. You have done a wonderful job in trying to ensure everyone has their own small home. Kudos to you.
Yes, THOUSANDS across Canada, U.S., Europe, Australia, and N. ZEALAND are living out of their vehicles bcuz of out-of-control housing prices. We must allow tiny houses on private land!!
It's a brilliant idea and design for anybody who needs a safe, warm place. The new material will allow the bed/sofa last longer. An idea about the little diesel tank out front is to maybe put a cage around it if possible, just for protection and safety.
I am from Kitchener and feel quite honored that the 1st Ryan Home will reside here. All the Best in the Future Ryan and TY for stepping up for this man Johnny for this so 'Necessary' cause.
I am elderly and have been looking for a bicycle RV. There are many on the market. Expensive and very small. Your unit is excellent and roomy. For my needs I would add more solar on that roof, a small cooler that plugs in, add Wi-Fi, usb ports, turn signals on the back, and put a removable electric pack on that bike. You use very thick heavy wood maybe lighten the load where you can. We have excellent bike paths but too hard for me to walk distance and need to be able to get out of the elements and have a cup of tea or nap😊. So many possibilities. As a unit for homeless it is amazing. Will be waiting for your next improvements just to see what you could add maybe a foot peddled washing machine and rack to hang clothes😂 who knows. Surprise us❤
THANK YOU, Ryan, for helping those who are suffering and IGNORED by society! We could build tiny homes for pennies on the dollar, if people would get out of churches, synagogues, and mosques and GET IT DONE!! A van dweller in Nashville ❤
Just watched the older video and now this one... aside from the good cause, this is the best bicycle camper I've seen, I can see people paying good money for this....if people purchase this you could use some profit for the charity.
AGREE! if this could connect to a car tow hitch and wired for signals, you could sell it for $5k+ easy. Plus, add some options like fold out outdoor kitchen, composting toilet, AC...upsell it. Outstanding!
The rear window is a great idea, cross breeze is healthy. The sink option is better than the microwave. A porta potty under the bed would be a welcome addition- modern options with battery incinerator models are green & sanitary.
What an amazing person and I hope this concept can help so many people. The gov - all levels - should be helping invest in manufacturing these homes and getting people off the street. There's no healing and help for addiction and mental health if someone is stranded on the street. Terrific video.
Thank you very much Johnny and Ryan, I enjoyed the video and seeing the new improved trailer, I like the new features he's added, Ryan has put alot of thought and ideas to make it easier for someone using the trailer. Also good to know Ryan's project is gaining traction too. Many thanks and Ryan if you're reading this, thank you for helping the homeless, I really hope the project is successful and wishing you all the best! ☺
Remember this quote by James Clear from Atomic Habits: "Change your identity, and you change your habits and vice versa." - Change is closely linked to shifting the identity of "homeless people" because housing is a basic need but not a "higher" need. "The strongest force in the human personality is the need to stay consistent in how we define ourselves" - Tony Robbins. - Early city settlers in the U.S. also faced 'sink or swim' struggles driven by intentionally leaving their homes far behind to automatically imagine facing adversity while dreaming of the experience needed to resettle in a new lifestyle. - However, the true grit of this once-revered mindset has been socially deconstructed across the country because exaggerated superiority can only rest on class degradation. - Ambitious beliefs and resourceful habits to relocate for higher standards have become increasingly "unhoused" nationwide now, despite the significant role of settler populations enabling America's initial expanding identity. - "The remarkable thing about new words is that only about one percent are genuinely new. Most are 'old words' brought back to life and adapted." - Susie Dent, English lexicographer and etymologist.
Bruh! 😱 This young man is a GENIUS w/a BIG BIG ❤️‼️ Homelessness out here in Hawaii is off the chain. Local officials are moving WAY TOO SLOW to find solutions to house them in a safe environment. IF I had the building/electrician skills and SMARTS, plus the startup money, I’d build something like this to help one homeless person at a time. You’re our Earth Angel bruh. Aloha and mahalo!🤙🏽
Charge enough for an electric one for wealthy people who just want a recreational vehicle that it pays to build itself and a non-electric one. Then do the "buy one, one goes to someone who needs it" model and maybe have a waitlist monitored by some reputable organization? Spitballing here.
First off how is this a reply to the above statement? And How do you know your claim is true? Evidence? Because you feel it is, or because the book you read, says the book you read is true....are not viable answers.
Great work. Though the pessimist in me questions having the diesel tank so open on the outside. 1. The diesel in the tank could freeze if it gets cold enough and then the heater would stop working. 2. It seems like some bad people could either siphon out the fuel or cut the fuel line to be mean. So I hope there's some way of keeping the tank and fuel line safe and warm.
I've had a thought, a homeless person could make money too using one of these, for instance, a small krupps machine and they could sell coffee, or if they do make any electric ones they could use it to deliver parcels, lots of potential for one of these.
Dignity. Dignified. Well said and well done, Ryan. Bravo, and so many thanks. A truly inspired gift for humanity, which is actually so many gifts in one, for all. 🙏🏼🐾♥️
Hello Johnny, your tiny tiny home is very attractive to me for two reasons: 1. homelessness although we hate to admit it, is, in the western world still a reality potentially hunting a lot of people due to insecure housing 2. your housing concept for homeless people is at the same time a perfect solution for whomever chooses to live single and disengage from consumerist society. I currently have a family but dying to own one of these, jump inside it and just go away for a brake at snail’s pace so as to take in beautiful surroundings too. Is there any possibility please I could ask you to document the build process (including the materials, specifications and assembly pitfalls)and put it out for sale? As far as the design is concerned may I suggest the following improvements? - easy disassembly of all walls and chassis for storage (point being is to have this in place before homelessness sets in, for insurance purposes and cheap repairs in case it gets sabotaged on the streets; piano hinges could be useful for this purpose) - it needs a dimmable light on the inside - on the outside I would add 360 degree IR detection and as bright LED lights as possible (that would still work in hot climates and not require active ventilation) for security purposes. I would also add a loud horn to attract attention/deter potential assailants. I would put the entire electrical circuit on its own separate switches to turn lightning and horn off individually to avoid issues in the city. - I would move the diesel tank internally as it’s made of plastic and can easily be sabotaged and would point the heater intake to the outside so as not to deplete the inside of oxygen (btw how did you manage to keep the pump quiet?) - for homeless purposes I would paint the whole think in a tint of green that can easily be camouflaged - I would put protect the windows and fan on the outside by grating to avoid breaking ins and would use tamper proof fasteners - I would add a ground screw to prevent theft outside of a city and include a hidden tracker just in case - I would make the roof inclined by 2 degrees (towards the back), collect rainwater, and filter it, thus saving homeless people an enormous amount of time and energy security this precious necessity - I would try to add a simple roof over the cyclist’s head for rain/sun protection. - I would add some supports to install cloth drying lines both inside and outside - I would replace the electrical pump with a foot pump as it’s probably more robust - I would add a unique serial number to the chassis which should be tied in with the purchase/donation receipt (to prove ownership) Thank you very much for your service and inspiration.
That jack is a BRILLIANT idea for theft prevention. Very few people would have thought of that. So simple! Also note that the windows are small enough that nobody can get in unless they removed the framing. In a higher security design make the entire window smaller but have the glass swing up perhaps or swing down to open. For solar gain/heat: Dual pane windows block so much of the sun's warmth so if there was a design where some of the window's dual pane could be switched to single pane during the sunny parts of the day that would hugely help heat it in the winter. Just beware of UV-A rays that are not blocked by glass unless there's a filter on the glass. You want heat, not cancer! To make it seem bigger imagine a design that is just steel or aluminum framing and dual pane glass. On hot days an awning would cover it, kind of like an umbrella. Depends on your climate. A government could supply different types for different seasons as well. Regarding diesel: It has awful exhaust. How is this managed? Wouldn't natural gas be better? Propane? Another option for staying warm is using an insulated floor and a quilt that envelopes the body around the desk area. The furnace/heater should be there, so the output comes out at your feet and will rise into your insulated quilt around your body. This way you need very little heat to heat a very small area. If you need heat at night you've got the wrong bedding. Unless you are plugged in you don't want to ever run a heater at night. If there were a lot of these together with diesel heaters all going the air quality would be intolerable. Say no to diesel. You know this if you're around a diesel vehicle. It's unbreathable. Same with a train. Yes these are much larger but the same principle applies. For air quality it would be good to have fresh air coming in to where your head is when at the desk since that's probably where you will be most of the day when inside. Not easy I know. Maybe a small tube of ducting coming in from the ceiling? You have to monitor air quality carefully when working in small spaces like this, especially when they are well sealed/insulated. Fresh air should come in as close to your nose as possible.
I love the new design. Some suggestions I have would be a peephole for the door. A retractable awning so that the person can open the door on a raining or very sunny day. Have four jacks for better stability. I do like the idea of using the jack to "lock" the tiny tiny house in place. Also suggest another retractable awning above the bike section to keep the rider dry. Solar panels would also help. Several people suggested something to protect and/or hide the fuel tank. It looks too easy to syphon out the fuel.
I just saw the first video a couple of days ago, and it's nice to see the project coming together with version 2.0! The best changes IMO are the sturdier and more water-resistant material for the seating, bc as mentioned, the owners won't be able to easily replace them if they get dirty too easily; the swap from the microwave to the sink, because realistically the sink will be way more useful and low maintenance for maintaining a bare minimum standard of living and hygiene; and the more accessible location of the fire extinguisher, which I thought was in a questionable location in the nook right next to the burner before. I do echo the sentiment in other comments that the diesel tank in the front probably needs more protection, because it looks pretty vulnerable to the elements and potentially other people as it is right now, and losing your only heating in the cold months would be awful.
Would be great to find a sponsor and vinyl wrap the whole thing with someone’s ad. Or a local artist can draw something nice like words of inspiration or a mural of some sort.
Lovely solution for difficult problem. What if person inside and there is knock at door? Maybe add peephole to each door? Also, in Europe we have bike that can make electric charge when pedal. Can do this to recharge batteries? I do not know.
Awesome job! I hope more people start making these. What about a tent that folds up on the roof, then unfurls, stands up on tent stakes and creates a kind of covered porch or awning? I see so much potential for crossover between the bicycle community and the micro house movement!
This is one of the better designs I've seen so far. I don't know what you're using for materials, but I say the lighter the better. As a homeless person, I recently built my own, which is almost complete. I used 2 bike trailers that I connected together end to end, then built on it. I had to use some wood, and re-used parts from the trailers. I have a trike with a vespa style electric scooter motor to haul it. I replaced the rear wheels with axels from a coupe of other trikes, and larger wheels. I needed the larger wheel base for stability. Then I realized I can use the back end from one of the trikes to connect the axels properly, and the front end to both turn the camper into a rideable trike, and be able to attach it better to my electric trike. My trike is a single speed, but I intend to add gears and derailleurs because even with the motor, some hills are too much for the trike alone so I'll need those lower gears to make riding uphill easier. And I'm sure without the motor, the gears alone wouldn't help. I'm not sure a diesel furnace is the best choice for something like this, but I guess it depends how insulated it is. I used 2 layers of corrugated plastic sign boards, they're lightweight and hold in a lot of heat. It also builds up heat very quickly, so personally I could use a set of 5v USB heat pads from ebay and have plenty of heat. What would be cool instead of diesel, is a mini wood stove. Fuel is free, just walk around and pick up a bunch of dry sticks. I was considering using copper tubes and a couple of aluminum bottles to make a solar water boiler/heater. Put the coils up through the 2 cans, and pack the cans full of sand, then paint the cans matte black. They should heat up well over boiling temperature in the sun. Mount it outside with the bottles about halfway over the water level of the hot water container. Water feeds in from the container, then gets boiled as the bottles get heated over boiling temperature, and the hot water comes out back into the container. As long as the container isn't sealed, so some water vapour and pressure can escape, there's no problem and you've got free hot water and heat. If the water is getting too hot, or the space is getting too warm, you just cover the bottles so they cool down and the boiling process stops. In any case, this is very cool. I like it a lot. You could probably start a charity organization to get funding, and have people building these across Canada. You might even be able to get government funding for it.
Ryan, you have a huge heart and a wonderful idea, along with amazing commitment. Your inspiration is infectious! Maybe some volunteers coming out of this video will do you some good ...
Man this tinyhome+a membership at a 24/7 gym and its even a perfect student or single person accomodation. If i was singel i would 1000% but this awesome. ❤
It is a huge improvement from sleeping on a downtown sidewalk or under a bridge. I wish we had parking areas with showers and toilets for them. But these areas need to be maintained for public health. I am naive about homelessness so I may be suggesting impossible ideals.
What an upgrade, very cool. So awesome that at this moment someone is benefiting from this already. Can’t wait to see this all across Toronto and hopefully Ontario and maybe all of Canada!!
This is amazing and I'd like to congratulate you on a wonderful idea. And a great solution. You give people dignity, when you make an affordable place, for them to feel a bit safer. It's so important to be out of the weather, when you are homeless. Well done!!!
Mad props to that man. Many blessings will come his way soon. Thankfully he is out there doing great work for the people who are less fortunate.. keep em coming!!
Thank you you are a true hero and role model. I truly hope this starts housing humans and just gains more momentum and never slows down. Thank you it gives me hope in humanity. Peace and be safe
Such a wonderful thing you're doing to help the community. I love this tiny solution for temporary housing. Thank you for thinking about those in need.
I build bike cars and RV,s as a hobby, I would love to explore this idea more and make this a reality for more people . I would love to see more . I live in Chicago and there is an older video of my bike car , only on 63 is what everyone says , they think I’m homeless. I just love building and seeing other peoples work . Would love to brainstorm.
Really cool project and just a suggestion for future builds to put lock box for the diseal covering it and making it flush. As well flashers and light around while riding around in such a unique mobile home. But otherwise fantastic Nd keep up great work we'll definitely keep watching the process.
A good improvement over the first one which was pretty good already. I'd like to see a community of these with common buildings like in A Better Tent City, though I'd imagine there are people who would prefer to be independent, too.
Cheers 🍻 for sharing this video, mate! I hope this can help a little, but the government not only there in Canada but the rest of world need to tackle the affordable housing crisis by building more affordable housing for everyone & not just the rich here! Thanks for sharing & have a great weekend! 👍😎
Wonderful! Just wonderful. The beauty in such a simple solution highlights the fact most homelessness can be prevented efficiently and effectively. Although this isn't meant to be permanent housing, it does in fact help connect essential dots for one of society's most vulnerable populations. May the Tiny Tiny Homes team be blessed and supported on their mission moving forward. #humanityforthewin
Seriously, these are the heroes we should be holding up, not celebrities. This man is paving the way to reducing a whole lot of suffering. Problem-solving and ingenuity, a role model for sure
Ain't that the truth!
One house is meaningless.....
@@RockerfellerRothchild1776 It's not about a house, it's about a solution that works.
Congratulations to create a genial solutions for homeless
@@RockerfellerRothchild1776 Personal space.
A safe lockable space. Sleeping. Storage. Cooking. And transportable. Genius
But i wonder how does one shower and use toilet?
@@supertuesday600 I assume gym membership?
What if you have an urgent poop?
@@beachbum1808 Maybe a cassette toilet could be stored under the bed? 🤔
Maybe!
The fuel tank should be hidden. People will steal the fuel or light it on fire while the occupant is asleep.
Malheureusement il y a ce problème oui 😬
Anyone who has one of these is not homeless anymore. It's a home, a safe place. It's humanity.
Not quite, but let me tell you, it is a lot easier and less stressful to look for a real job when you have a place to spend the night safely.
It's a shame that this is what we have come to. If multinational corporations paid fair wages to their workers, mental health and substance abuse programs were available to everyone and municipalities invested in low and middle income housing, this wouldn't be needed. It is better than a park bench or sidewalk.
I would just enclose the fuel container in a locked box so that it can't be tampered with.
Dignity. Dignified. Well said and well done, Ryan. Bravo, and many thanks. A truly inspired gift for humanity, which is actually so many gifts in one, for us all. 🙏🏼🐾♥️
Nice looking project, well made and functional.
This guy surely had fun building - watching it take shape.
If he or you think giving this to a vagrant is going to change
anything you are delusional.
@@Bklyn112 You think all these homeless people were working for _multinational corporations?_
Not likely.
I really hope Ryan gets some financial backing, this is a genius idea. This is what the government should invest in and not tent cities or nothing at all.
Tiny tiny house. Big big heart.
This is an absolutely awesome tiny Home for people who are sleeping rough. You have done a wonderful job in trying to ensure everyone has their own small home. Kudos to you.
Bankers wont allow it
god bless you guys for doing this for the people who need this, with winter is coming
somebody get this man a bigger workshop! if there's anybody more deserving in Canada, I don't know who it is.
As a person that was homeless these are life savers for many thank you for what you do
Yes, THOUSANDS across Canada, U.S., Europe, Australia, and N. ZEALAND are living out of their vehicles bcuz of out-of-control housing prices. We must allow tiny houses on private land!!
It's a brilliant idea and design for anybody who needs a safe, warm place. The new material will allow the bed/sofa last longer. An idea about the little diesel tank out front is to maybe put a cage around it if possible, just for protection and safety.
Should lay it flat underneath and cover it
I am from Kitchener and feel quite honored that the 1st Ryan Home will reside here. All the Best in the Future Ryan and TY for stepping up for this man Johnny for this so 'Necessary' cause.
@@brentsarazin6597 I have seen it on king by rockway gardens. I'm jealous. Been homeless for 2 yeara
I am elderly and have been looking for a bicycle RV. There are many on the market. Expensive and very small. Your unit is excellent and roomy. For my needs I would add more solar on that roof, a small cooler that plugs in, add Wi-Fi, usb ports, turn signals on the back, and put a removable electric pack on that bike. You use very thick heavy wood maybe lighten the load where you can. We have excellent bike paths but too hard for me to walk distance and need to be able to get out of the elements and have a cup of tea or nap😊. So many possibilities. As a unit for homeless it is amazing. Will be waiting for your next improvements just to see what you could add maybe a foot peddled washing machine and rack to hang clothes😂 who knows. Surprise us❤
He used solar on the first version. I didn't think he would change it to diesel
THANK YOU, Ryan, for helping those who are suffering and IGNORED by society! We could build tiny homes for pennies on the dollar, if people would get out of churches, synagogues, and mosques and GET IT DONE!! A van dweller in Nashville ❤
They will be sheltered in the cold 🥶 winters. UR a gem 💎 Awesome 😊
They pricey right now..I get it tho
Just watched the older video and now this one... aside from the good cause, this is the best bicycle camper I've seen, I can see people paying good money for this....if people purchase this you could use some profit for the charity.
YES that's a great idea! I'd pay an inflated price for this if it mean't a good portion of the profits went to giving a homeless person one.
AGREE! if this could connect to a car tow hitch and wired for signals, you could sell it for $5k+ easy. Plus, add some options like fold out outdoor kitchen, composting toilet, AC...upsell it. Outstanding!
Think your missing the whole point.
The rear window is a great idea, cross breeze is healthy.
The sink option is better than the microwave.
A porta potty under the bed would be a welcome addition- modern options with battery incinerator models are green & sanitary.
@@susanblack861 good idea!
Someone who is actually thinking of others..........................well done my friend!
God Bless xx Jean from Scotland.
What an amazing person and I hope this concept can help so many people. The gov - all levels - should be helping invest in manufacturing these homes and getting people off the street. There's no healing and help for addiction and mental health if someone is stranded on the street. Terrific video.
Wheels of change.😊
My respects man, keep it up , someone please help this tiny home viral
Thanks for continuing to document Ryan's worthy endeavors.
It’s too help the homeless but looks like it could also be a really good Business to make a few to sell to off set the cost of making the donated ones
Amazing idea, I would be so down for that. A shame I don't live anywhere near where he lives.
Thank you very much Johnny and Ryan, I enjoyed the video and seeing the new improved trailer, I like the new features he's added, Ryan has put alot of thought and ideas to make it easier for someone using the trailer. Also good to know Ryan's project is gaining traction too. Many thanks and Ryan if you're reading this, thank you for helping the homeless, I really hope the project is successful and wishing you all the best! ☺
Have a beautiful weekend, Sheena & I hope you wish me a Happy Birthday 🎂 tomorrow here! 😀👋
Remember this quote by James Clear from Atomic Habits: "Change your identity, and you change your habits and vice versa."
- Change is closely linked to shifting the identity of "homeless people" because housing is a basic need but not a "higher" need. "The strongest force in the human personality is the need to stay consistent in how we define ourselves" - Tony Robbins.
- Early city settlers in the U.S. also faced 'sink or swim' struggles driven by intentionally leaving their homes far behind to automatically imagine facing adversity while dreaming of the experience needed to resettle in a new lifestyle.
- However, the true grit of this once-revered mindset has been socially deconstructed across the country because exaggerated superiority can only rest on class degradation.
- Ambitious beliefs and resourceful habits to relocate for higher standards have become increasingly "unhoused" nationwide now, despite the significant role of settler populations enabling America's initial expanding identity.
- "The remarkable thing about new words is that only about one percent are genuinely new. Most are 'old words' brought back to life and adapted." - Susie Dent, English lexicographer and etymologist.
Bruh! 😱 This young man is a GENIUS w/a BIG BIG ❤️‼️ Homelessness out here in Hawaii is off the chain. Local officials are moving WAY TOO SLOW to find solutions to house them in a safe environment. IF I had the building/electrician skills and SMARTS, plus the startup money, I’d build something like this to help one homeless person at a time. You’re our Earth Angel bruh. Aloha and mahalo!🤙🏽
Charge enough for an electric one for wealthy people who just want a recreational vehicle that it pays to build itself and a non-electric one. Then do the "buy one, one goes to someone who needs it" model and maybe have a waitlist monitored by some reputable organization? Spitballing here.
Jesus Christ is powerful holy mighty and Saviour in World. ❤🙏😍
First off how is this a reply to the above statement?
And
How do you know your claim is true?
Evidence?
Because you feel it is, or because the book you read, says the book you read is true....are not viable answers.
That's an idea that could work for sure....the electric ones pay for the normal bike ....
Great work. Though the pessimist in me questions having the diesel tank so open on the outside. 1. The diesel in the tank could freeze if it gets cold enough and then the heater would stop working. 2. It seems like some bad people could either siphon out the fuel or cut the fuel line to be mean. So I hope there's some way of keeping the tank and fuel line safe and warm.
I was thinking it needed an insulated lock box as well.
I've had a thought, a homeless person could make money too using one of these, for instance, a small krupps machine and they could sell coffee, or if they do make any electric ones they could use it to deliver parcels, lots of potential for one of these.
One thing I noticed homeless people need are showers. A homeless person could make a business out of making it a mobile shower. Cash or barter.
Dignity. Dignified. Well said and well done, Ryan. Bravo, and so many thanks. A truly inspired gift for humanity, which is actually so many gifts in one, for all. 🙏🏼🐾♥️
Hello Johnny,
your tiny tiny home is very attractive to me for two reasons:
1. homelessness although we hate to admit it, is, in the western world still a reality potentially hunting a lot of people due to insecure housing
2. your housing concept for homeless people is at the same time a perfect solution for whomever chooses to live single and disengage from consumerist society.
I currently have a family but dying to own one of these, jump inside it and just go away for a brake at snail’s pace so as to take in beautiful surroundings too.
Is there any possibility please I could ask you to document the build process (including the materials, specifications and assembly pitfalls)and put it out for sale?
As far as the design is concerned may I suggest the following improvements?
- easy disassembly of all walls and chassis for storage (point being is to have this in place before homelessness sets in, for insurance purposes and cheap repairs in case it gets sabotaged on the streets; piano hinges could be useful for this purpose)
- it needs a dimmable light on the inside
- on the outside I would add 360 degree IR detection and as bright LED lights as possible (that would still work in hot climates and not require active ventilation) for security purposes. I would also add a loud horn to attract attention/deter potential assailants. I would put the entire electrical circuit on its own separate switches to turn lightning and horn off individually to avoid issues in the city.
- I would move the diesel tank internally as it’s made of plastic and can easily be sabotaged and would point the heater intake to the outside so as not to deplete the inside of oxygen (btw how did you manage to keep the pump quiet?)
- for homeless purposes I would paint the whole think in a tint of green that can easily be camouflaged
- I would put protect the windows and fan on the outside by grating to avoid breaking ins and would use tamper proof fasteners
- I would add a ground screw to prevent theft outside of a city and include a hidden tracker just in case
- I would make the roof inclined by 2 degrees (towards the back), collect rainwater, and filter it, thus saving homeless people an enormous amount of time and energy security this precious necessity
- I would try to add a simple roof over the cyclist’s head for rain/sun protection.
- I would add some supports to install cloth drying lines both inside and outside
- I would replace the electrical pump with a foot pump as it’s probably more robust
- I would add a unique serial number to the chassis which should be tied in with the purchase/donation receipt (to prove ownership)
Thank you very much for your service and inspiration.
This is so great, just watched the first video and and I applaud Ryan’s dedication and creativity. What an amazing concept, wishing all the best!
That jack is a BRILLIANT idea for theft prevention. Very few people would have thought of that. So simple!
Also note that the windows are small enough that nobody can get in unless they removed the framing. In a higher security design make the entire window smaller but have the glass swing up perhaps or swing down to open.
For solar gain/heat: Dual pane windows block so much of the sun's warmth so if there was a design where some of the window's dual pane could be switched to single pane during the sunny parts of the day that would hugely help heat it in the winter. Just beware of UV-A rays that are not blocked by glass unless there's a filter on the glass. You want heat, not cancer!
To make it seem bigger imagine a design that is just steel or aluminum framing and dual pane glass. On hot days an awning would cover it, kind of like an umbrella. Depends on your climate. A government could supply different types for different seasons as well.
Regarding diesel: It has awful exhaust. How is this managed? Wouldn't natural gas be better? Propane? Another option for staying warm is using an insulated floor and a quilt that envelopes the body around the desk area. The furnace/heater should be there, so the output comes out at your feet and will rise into your insulated quilt around your body. This way you need very little heat to heat a very small area. If you need heat at night you've got the wrong bedding. Unless you are plugged in you don't want to ever run a heater at night. If there were a lot of these together with diesel heaters all going the air quality would be intolerable. Say no to diesel. You know this if you're around a diesel vehicle. It's unbreathable. Same with a train. Yes these are much larger but the same principle applies.
For air quality it would be good to have fresh air coming in to where your head is when at the desk since that's probably where you will be most of the day when inside. Not easy I know. Maybe a small tube of ducting coming in from the ceiling? You have to monitor air quality carefully when working in small spaces like this, especially when they are well sealed/insulated. Fresh air should come in as close to your nose as possible.
This build is amazing. I wish him well.
I love the new design. Some suggestions I have would be a peephole for the door. A retractable awning so that the person can open the door on a raining or very sunny day. Have four jacks for better stability. I do like the idea of using the jack to "lock" the tiny tiny house in place. Also suggest another retractable awning above the bike section to keep the rider dry. Solar panels would also help. Several people suggested something to protect and/or hide the fuel tank. It looks too easy to syphon out the fuel.
I just saw the first video a couple of days ago, and it's nice to see the project coming together with version 2.0!
The best changes IMO are the sturdier and more water-resistant material for the seating, bc as mentioned, the owners won't be able to easily replace them if they get dirty too easily; the swap from the microwave to the sink, because realistically the sink will be way more useful and low maintenance for maintaining a bare minimum standard of living and hygiene; and the more accessible location of the fire extinguisher, which I thought was in a questionable location in the nook right next to the burner before.
I do echo the sentiment in other comments that the diesel tank in the front probably needs more protection, because it looks pretty vulnerable to the elements and potentially other people as it is right now, and losing your only heating in the cold months would be awful.
Great job supporting this mans endeavours, worthy cause Johnny
Would be great to find a sponsor and vinyl wrap the whole thing with someone’s ad. Or a local artist can draw something nice like words of inspiration or a mural of some sort.
THIS IS SOOO DARN FUNCTIONAL!! KUDOS to you SIR 😮👍🏻✌🏻 WELL DONE
Oh man you guys don’t just talk about it you are making a difference. I pray God blessed your work .
love you Ryan.... best of luck!
Woo Hoo!!!!! The jack! That answers the one concern I had. Awesome!
This is a fantastic design and something I would love to construct myself as this design is so simple but so effective at what it does.
Ryan is such a nice wholesome clever guy and is just amazing
Lovely solution for difficult problem. What if person inside and there is knock at door? Maybe add peephole to each door? Also, in Europe we have bike that can make electric charge when pedal. Can do this to recharge batteries? I do not know.
Awesome job! I hope more people start making these.
What about a tent that folds up on the roof, then unfurls, stands up on tent stakes and creates a kind of covered porch or awning? I see so much potential for crossover between the bicycle community and the micro house movement!
I love this so much
Hey Johnny, you're doing a great job. Thumbs up 👍
This is one of the better designs I've seen so far. I don't know what you're using for materials, but I say the lighter the better. As a homeless person, I recently built my own, which is almost complete. I used 2 bike trailers that I connected together end to end, then built on it. I had to use some wood, and re-used parts from the trailers. I have a trike with a vespa style electric scooter motor to haul it. I replaced the rear wheels with axels from a coupe of other trikes, and larger wheels. I needed the larger wheel base for stability. Then I realized I can use the back end from one of the trikes to connect the axels properly, and the front end to both turn the camper into a rideable trike, and be able to attach it better to my electric trike. My trike is a single speed, but I intend to add gears and derailleurs because even with the motor, some hills are too much for the trike alone so I'll need those lower gears to make riding uphill easier. And I'm sure without the motor, the gears alone wouldn't help. I'm not sure a diesel furnace is the best choice for something like this, but I guess it depends how insulated it is. I used 2 layers of corrugated plastic sign boards, they're lightweight and hold in a lot of heat. It also builds up heat very quickly, so personally I could use a set of 5v USB heat pads from ebay and have plenty of heat. What would be cool instead of diesel, is a mini wood stove. Fuel is free, just walk around and pick up a bunch of dry sticks. I was considering using copper tubes and a couple of aluminum bottles to make a solar water boiler/heater. Put the coils up through the 2 cans, and pack the cans full of sand, then paint the cans matte black. They should heat up well over boiling temperature in the sun. Mount it outside with the bottles about halfway over the water level of the hot water container. Water feeds in from the container, then gets boiled as the bottles get heated over boiling temperature, and the hot water comes out back into the container. As long as the container isn't sealed, so some water vapour and pressure can escape, there's no problem and you've got free hot water and heat. If the water is getting too hot, or the space is getting too warm, you just cover the bottles so they cool down and the boiling process stops. In any case, this is very cool. I like it a lot. You could probably start a charity organization to get funding, and have people building these across Canada. You might even be able to get government funding for it.
Ryan, you have a huge heart and a wonderful idea, along with amazing commitment. Your inspiration is infectious! Maybe some volunteers coming out of this video will do you some good ...
What a hero this dude is
Man this tinyhome+a membership at a 24/7 gym and its even a perfect student or single person accomodation. If i was singel i would 1000% but this awesome. ❤
It is a huge improvement from sleeping on a downtown sidewalk or under a bridge. I wish we had parking areas with showers and toilets for them. But these areas need to be maintained for public health. I am naive about homelessness so I may be suggesting impossible ideals.
Bravo Monsieur. Coluche, fondateur des Restos du ❤️, aurait adoré cette proposition c'est sûr 👌
Very good video update. Lots of interesting comments. My only comment is to keep the build as simple as possible.
i know its for homeless people but man i want one myself! urban camping and whatnot
They would be great for a bugout SHTF option too. I bet a lot of preppers would buy them. You don't need to worry about electricity or gasoline.
Genius idea and you are a truly kind sole
You are a special man. 😊
What an upgrade, very cool. So awesome that at this moment someone is benefiting from this already. Can’t wait to see this all across Toronto and hopefully Ontario and maybe all of Canada!!
This is amazing and I'd like to congratulate you on a wonderful idea. And a great solution. You give people dignity, when you make an affordable place, for them to feel a bit safer.
It's so important to be out of the weather, when you are homeless.
Well done!!!
Im homeless n live in la California n this would b a life changer
Mad props to that man. Many blessings will come his way soon. Thankfully he is out there doing great work for the people who are less fortunate.. keep em coming!!
Thank you you are a true hero and role model. I truly hope this starts housing humans and just gains more momentum and never slows down. Thank you it gives me hope in humanity. Peace and be safe
Well done, gentlemen.
Well you can be very proud of what you are doing, simple practical and portable. It's a sad but true reality.
Such a wonderful thing you're doing to help the community. I love this tiny solution for temporary housing. Thank you for thinking about those in need.
I like it. I hope he makes an option with the bed on the curbside rather than the traffic side.
M encanta la sencillez, los colores, a la vez...la perfección 😊❤
This can only keep getting better and better. Awesome man!
wow,, such a good collaboration in these videos. love the bicycle highway law,,, I used to live in a van, had to park in very careful places,,
This would benefit so many homeless human beings 🙏 blessings on your journey Ryan 🙏
The recreational users will make this piece of humanitarian wholesomeness EVEN MORE popular with the homeless, so it'd be a win-win!
We need these in Tifton, Georgia. This was a brilliant idea.
Very smart
good on you sir
an example to us all
That is a brilliant initiative ! Thanks awesome guys !
Great job Ryan👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
Very Awesome 😊 UR so kind to look 👀 after the homeless 😊
What a hero!
Great follow up video. Thanks!
Bedankt
Thank you!!!
Best bike camper build yet❤
Keep up the good work friends.
I build bike cars and RV,s as a hobby, I would love to explore this idea more and make this a reality for more people .
I would love to see more . I live in Chicago and there is an older video of my bike car , only on 63 is what everyone says , they think I’m homeless. I just love building and seeing other peoples work .
Would love to brainstorm.
Great invention keep thriving
This is such a brilliant idea. This will help so many people.❤❤❤
Thank you!
Really cool project and just a suggestion for future builds to put lock box for the diseal covering it and making it flush. As well flashers and light around while riding around in such a unique mobile home. But otherwise fantastic Nd keep up great work we'll definitely keep watching the process.
Awesome Concept 😮 I Love it. Great Job my friend. I happen to have a big place in my ❤️ for the Homeless. Thank You my friend 🙏😌
A good improvement over the first one which was pretty good already. I'd like to see a community of these with common buildings like in A Better Tent City, though I'd imagine there are people who would prefer to be independent, too.
DUDE, You are awesome!!!!!❤❤❤❤
Hope he gets the proper resources, and funding to expand on his initial projects.
Cheers 🍻 for sharing this video, mate! I hope this can help a little, but the government not only there in Canada but the rest of world need to tackle the affordable housing crisis by building more affordable housing for everyone & not just the rich here! Thanks for sharing & have a great weekend! 👍😎
Wonderful! Just wonderful. The beauty in such a simple solution highlights the fact most homelessness can be prevented efficiently and effectively. Although this isn't meant to be permanent housing, it does in fact help connect essential dots for one of society's most vulnerable populations. May the Tiny Tiny Homes team be blessed and supported on their mission moving forward. #humanityforthewin
Gotta L❤ve this Man...Someone Please give this Man a Bigger Shop Financial Backing so he can Hepl the World ❤❤❤
I like this one much better than your first. Again, would make a great wee caravan.
Thumbs up-👍 on tiny tiny home
Brilliant idea.
This is cool. You can make it a coffee stall as well.
Your awesome !!! These need to be in the USA too !!! ❤❤