Truckwives? 👀💛 This reignited so much of our love to adventure and the open road. Let us know what you love about truck life and what your favourite parts are? Still drooling over those exterior accessories 🤤 but there’s nothing like being home with Bella and Izzy xx Update: for those concerned we love our cabin and we are never selling or leaving 💛
One option to look into before jumping to truck camping would be to price out a 4x4 conversion and lift for the van. Best of all worlds imho. My ambulance already has a Quigley 4x4 conversion done to it.
I've said it before and I'll say it again now. You two are the best love story on the internet. Bless you both. May your story reach everyone to show what true love looks like. I'm so happy to see you taking a well deserved break from all the hard work you did on your fabulous home. I can't wait to see where you take us.
From someone who camps a lot I’d prefer the cabin life over truck life any day. Vanlife for vacations would be a must. Truck is nice for off roading, but the van looks more comfortable to me personally. Either way it all looks fun as long as Bella and Izzy can come a long. ❤️ you gals!
the way crystal says TYOTA kills me 😅 i personally would only be able to do this for a short period of time but it is tempting for like a 1-2 week period!!
I love the idea of truck camping for get aways, but taking the girls with you would definitely make it more complete and truly enjoyable in the end. Your cabin really seems like your own home now, or at least a home base, after all the work you have put into it and are still planning to do. That welcome home from the girls was so emotional ... they both live to love you two!!
You worked so hard getting your van the way you wanted and y’all are so blessed to be able to travel. I wouldn’t give up the van. Just for the dogs alone they would be so much more comfortable.
Your babies are the sweetest! I had a little cry (a good one) at the end with the reunion! I know you two have always thought before you did and will do what is best for your girls. Always love to watch your adventures!
That truck is awesome ... loved the beauty of the surroundings, and the sense of complete ease as you two settled back in to "past favorites." As others have said, especially loved Bella and Izzy's celebration of your return. Happy trails!
That final welcome home sequence almost broke my face I smiled so much. Looks like a fun way to travel and that truck has everything you need. Glad you had another great adventure. ❤
Seeing the girl’s reaction when you got home……Priceless! Truck camping would be fine with you two, but not enough room for the girls too! Cool adventure, thanks for sharing! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼
Loved this short look at a possible new journey. There are portable bathroom solutions on the market, but all of them seem a bit sketchy to us. Perhaps if we were young 30-somethings again. It's a fantastic vehicle and that camper setup is very cool. Have fun and keep on trucking (sorry, couldn't resist). We LOVE sharing your experiences.
Wow ladies, what a great experience, love your start and as you coming back home to hug the dogs, how happy you 4 are…this was a good part of a sunny Sunday here in Berlin, Germany, greatings to you..Regina ❤❤
The truck camper is sweet. I'm a big Toyota guy and have a classic Land Crusiser, but here's a alternative option: Why not swap out the axles on your existing van, add 4-wheel drive and upgrade its suspension and tires. Voila! A go-anywhere van :) Love the content. Keep it coming!
I think you should be doing a remote/off-road trip like this at least twice a year for you both to satisfy the travel bugs and change up your content!! But travelling with the dogs 100% stick with your van closer range or the wonderful cabin adventures! The girls deserve that elder-year luxury - even that is full of adventure compared to the average dog! 💚 🐾
Reigniting your love of adventure by trying truck camping sounds like a fun way to scratch that itch and be able to explore all those areas inaccessible when in your beautiful van xx
It was strange seeing you on a trip without the girls, but so nice to see you on an adventure after months of reno work. The joy you both exude is inspiring! ❤
Great to see you on the road again. Truck life definitely has its advantages, but as you mentioned, it also doesn't have the space of a van. But I loved how Bella & Izzy let you know not to leave them again. They're so beautiful. And they're great travel companions.
A Taco-based camper might be a bit tight with Izzy & Bella on a protracted trip to South America. Consider going to an F-150 sized Four Wheel Camper. You already have the truck. There are Canadian makers too, like Loki Basecamp in Quebec. Or get the clearance you need from a 144 Sprinter 4x4 van. Regardless of which vehicle you use... Go!
That first campsite, euphoria overload and the happy tears. You KNOW that the couch will be Izzy and Bella's, YES this is the solution for a long continental trip. And oh how good it is to come home when you're done.
I think you two lovely girls could adjust to any environment or situation. What fun you were having together. Can't wait to see you back at the cabin, for your next project. Lots of love from Mike. ❤❤
You two make everything seem so exciting and beautiful. I love you two and how exciting you make everything seem. Even the hard work y'all have been doing to your property and home. Thank you for bringing happiness to this retired disabled female police officer. I miss getting to go camping. I had a truck with a camper shell on it, but, no stove, refrigerator, water etc. Water was in huge containers. Food in icebox. Creek & lake to bathe. Lanterns and cook stove. I can't do that anymore because of my disabilities.
What a great time it looks like you two had!! I have to say.... boy... there's a lot of pros and cons to both. But I think all four of you could very easily adjust. And a big one for me is.... you guys are talking Argentina! Can you even begin to imagine driving all the way to Argentina in a brand new vehicle thats all but guaranteed to have ZERO issues vs. a van that kinda needs a lot of tlc along the way?? What a joy it would be with not really having to worry too much about that stuff in a brand new vehicle!!! The one thing im positive of is the fact that I'm 100% positive the two of you will make the exact right decision for you all! Because neither of you make a decision based on a whim! Your decisions are ALWAYS well thought out! Wishing you guys an amazing upcoming week😊😊😊😊😊
OMG!! I cried when you went home and Izzy and Bella were so happy to see you both!! I let my puppy Willow see and hear it and she was so excited too! ahahha just loved this video. It had an extra does of love in it, I could feel it!
You two really need to cheer up If you gals /and pups make it to Western Washington I'll be your guide, chef, butler and handyman for a week. All I would ask in return is the chance to enjoy some of your enthusiasm for life. I seriously look forward to your Sunday videos. You're both so darn positive and full of the thirst to thrive and learn. See you next Sunday again. I'd love to just get the chance to meet ou both as I'm sure most of your watcher would also. Be Safe Ladies!
Awe, Crystal you just could not stop smiling. You two definitely looked like you were in your element. If it were me I would take it out one more time just to see how the girls would do. I think it is totally for your family. You guys looked so happy. Welcome to the States we love you❤❤👩🏼🐕🐕👩❤️❤️
Awe thank you Monica, we were just so happy to get away on a little adventurer. Right we would need to see how the girls will do for sure., they are the priority.💛🐶
Awww bella and Izzy missed you so much. Yes, I definitely would do truck camping. Would be glamping compared to my tent camping. Have fun ladies and enjoy life.
If I lived in Canada, I would go with Total Composites (in BC). Allows you even to build it out yourself (like Vantripping does). Popups get tiresome quickly, wind and leaks being one of the downsides.
Crystal and jazz, that was really amazing! Thank you for taking us along with you on your adventure wishing you both and yours a wonderful week. All the best. Take care 💛
I loved this video. It was so nice to see you guys get out and have some fun. I'm sure you missed Bella and Izzie and it was great to see you going home to them. That trip looked like it was so much fun. I have a toyota tacoma 4x4 and I love it. They are awesome trucks. I am getting older but I will keep my truck until I can't climb in it anymore. Thanks for sharing this trip with us. Have a great week.
The only thing I don’t like about truck popups is that if danger comes when you’re sleeping, you can’t get into the cab and drive away quickly without having to leave the shelter of the vehicle. I have seen trucks and overlanders that have interior access. It is possible to have a truck like vehicle, with the power, suspension, tires, 4x4, etc..., that still has the amenities you’d need for the longer trips. I’d recommend that. It will cost more but be much better for the longer duration and a myriad of challenging circumstances.
any type of adventure both of you take us on truck , van, camper, plane boat we are in for a treat!! its nice to see the options that are out there through you two thank you !! 🐾
We've had a pop-up camper for 25 years but are looking for something easier to travel with so we can get back to some longer road trips (we're getting older!). We're considering a pick-up truck camper, though something just a bit bigger (with a bathroom!) than what you have here. We still have our pop-up and still love it, but it's a lot of work to set up and take down if we're traveling cross-country and moving a lot. Also our pop-up is 25 years old, so no solar power, freezer, etc. - your truck camper here has some cool amenities! So beautiful where you are. You can get a stainless steel coffee percolator to use on the propane stove. Glad we found your channel!
Hey guys! I love tuning in every sunday to see what new project or adventure is in store for us to share with you! I love how the two of you really live in the moment and enjoy and take in life! Thank you for sharing with us!🙂
That was so fun to watch!! You girls were definitely in your element. I think truck camping would be cool, but like someone mentioned on here, do another trip with the girls to see how they do?! I also loved the ending. Izzy and Bella were so happy to see their Mamas. Thanks for sharing, have a fabulous week ladies!! 🌱✨💕
I've enjoyed everything that you have on TH-cam but never commented. I have a 12 year old XPCamper (now Nimbl) on a 2007 low mileage Ram 2500 and it is definitely glamping at its best:} 75 gals fresh water, 27gal grey, cassette toilet, shower, diesel heat, 300w solar and a hydraulic raise roof which raises 35 inches so you can easily sit upright on the bed. Like you said, there's such a wide variety of campers out there not to mention awd/4wd vans like Modvans. You could probably get a sponsorship deal from perhaps Lance or FWC since your channel has such a huge following. You two (4 really) could make anything work and it's so nice to see you having such a wonderful time:} Keep having fun out there:}:}
I live in my truck camper when for work and it's awesome. It's not a popup and I use it as a 4 season home. I did put in an extra leaf spring to support the extra weight - a lift kit isn't a bad idea, although it will affect handling and mileage, but I don't think that's a worry when you're overlanding. It does have a bathroom and is very comfortable .It is an older model (best money I ever spent) but it still has a set up for solar and I have just one battery so I use my jackeries to power everything. Love that I can detach the truck from it if I need to. I have a Geyser system for remote showering - I can get a 7-15 minute hot shower with less than a gallon water. I feel safer in a hard top. Bella and Izzy missed you so much. My pets travel with me everywhere. Driving to Argentina or anywhere off of North America is something I'd really like to do, but some of the places can be quite dangerous - as a single woman I'd be concerned about carjacking, robbery etc, but I doubt that would stop me. Love that you're expanding your comfort zone!
Good morning, Ladies! Glad to see y’all able to get out and explore for a bit. Not gonna lie, I actually felt claustrophobic watching y’all in that camper truck and thinking of B & I in there with y’all. Are y’all thinking about giving up your cabin and going back to the road?? I hope not! See you next week! ❤️
Beautiful scenery but to crowded for me especially with the dogs..after that welcoming and sooo happy to see u both,I don’t know how u leave them..precious!!❤❤❤❤
It would be neat to maybe see other options that might work too. There are so many different models. Looking forward to whatever is your next adventure. Love seeing the cabin and everything you’ve done.
Truck camping, more bare bones than a regular motorhome camper but oh so much more fun. Lot's more options for places to get to and see without having someone parked right on top of you. Glad to see the exploring fire being rekindled by the two of you. Can't wait to see the trip if you go to Argentina. I can see you having an amazingly fun time in a truck camper, and when you want to take a break from camping and exploring you have a beautiful home to go back to and recharge the batteries as you decide where the next adventure will take you and us, your faithful pack.
Love to see you on the road again gals. Just be aware those campers are very top heavy so take care on side slopes and slowly does it over heavy ruts. Whatever you do DONT SWERVE on the highway or at speed.
I have considered truck/camper rigs but an off-road van is more desirable. A bit more roomy and having access to the cockpit is a big safety plus. Really digging how much the camper builders have maximized space and amenities.
Welcome to truck life / overlanding ladies ❤️ my wife and I absolutely adore it. So do our 4 pups ❤️we try to go as often as possible. Even if you keep the cabin like we did for base camp and just go on big trips to recharge … it sure does make life much more epic ❤
You make camping as a lifestyle look so amazing. I’ve always loved camping in southern and northern Ontario, but this rugged off-road stuff calls to me .. So does survival on an deserted island 🏝️
It’s all about what your wants and needs are when it comes to adventuring. The truck camping is great for off road destinations, but with 2 dogs may be a bit cumbersome especially in unpleasant weather situations. But seeing you don’t live in the van anymore with your amazingly transformed home all comfy and cozy. Maybe a little discomfort isn’t such a bad thing for more private adventures off the beaten path to places less touched by others.
From someone who lived in S. American for almost a decade, I would personally make the trip in a more subtle vehicle to be less obvious as an outsider. In general, I felt pretty safe traveling around as a single female, but I did my best not to draw attention to myself as much as possible. Can't wait to watch your adventure!
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I have been thinking about truck campers for a while now. I did want a van when my wife was going to be with me but now it will be me and my dog. Thanks for the great video that gives me other options. Love you guys.😘🍾😘
You are thinking about driving to Argentina? Mexico, Central America, Venezuela , and Colombia are so so so dangerous right now with the cartels and drug turf wars. Unfortunately the rig, and your social situation would add to you being a target of bad stuff and theft. I think the concept is really cool but unfortunately right now there is so much violence. I live in San Diego and I won’t even go over the border for fun. I used to go to Mexico all of the time. Granted there are great and safe pockets but you can wander into the wrong situation quick. Sorry to bring a negative vibe but it’s so dang sketchy
@@sethlogee I don’t know, but I do know that it is not recommended to drive to or through Mexico right now unless you really know where you are going. Partially because when the main cartel boss was apprehended there has been clash for control. The poverty and unrest makes people targets for money. People are being kidnapped and beheaded. My neighbor is in law enforcement and he was telling me a really terrible story last night via kidnapping and ransom. Military here has restrictions of going to Mexico because of the unrest and they are targeted. I have friends that still drive to scorpion bay to surf but they go in a caravan of cars so you are less likely to be messed with. If you are traveling in a nice vehicle by yourself, don’t speak Spanish, are women, and are white you stick out as someone easy to mess with. I had a friend who recently went down to tj to the dentist and they went down the wrong street and they were shook down for jewelry and money from “law enforcement”. It’s just something to be realistic with in many of the countries you would need to travel through. I will say the cartels don’t tend to target tourists because it’s important for the economy but I don’t know about camping away from “tourist areas”. Again I’m not trying to be negative, I’m just pointing out the potential danger. If you google travel advisories for Mexico you will see the current danger map.
Yesss!!! I recently bought a truck so my husband and I can go on adventures and camping. I have a shell on the back but eventually want to get a camper. So excited to see you enjoying cabin life and truck life! Life is good!!
Why make anything a next step. Why limit it to just a step. Do different things at different times. You have a great homebase. Keep that and go on whatever journeys that you can dream up. Don't limit yourselves to one scenario,the world is your playground! Love ya ladies,keep living the dream. God Bless!!!❤😊
I can not believe you two are truck camping now! I have done it before and I loved it myself. My (borrowed) truck camper had a bathroom and didn't need the top to be popped so there was less work for me. I am actually looking into getting my own right now! I hope you decide to to do it I would love to see those videos! The places you can go are amazing and no scorpions, snakes or forest puppies (Bears) will visit your bed or food while you explore haha. It sounds like Crystal has made up her mind (yay) Jazz, I promise you if you get the right truck and the right camper you will love it, more importantly Bella and Izzy will love it most of all!
I have no doubt you could adjust to truck camping. You're living the dream so change and adjusting to change is a large part of that. Watching Izzy and Bella see their moms again was the best part. Can't have a pack without them. I'm no crying YOU are! 😅💛✌🏽🖖🏽🤙🏽🤟🏽🤘🏽
We have a 2019 Toyota Tacoma and Fleet FWC. We ❤ our setup. It is small, but we have camped in some amazing spots down crazy roads. BTW - you can open it from outside and then lock down inside. Much easier!
Enjoyed the video as always. My wife and I had a van for several years but sold it to get a pick up with a topper/camper. We also have two dogs so we went with a GMC Sierra 1500 crew cab, for the extra interior space = dogs and some storage. After an extensive search we purchased an A T Overland topper. Their quality and service won out over the other options. The Tacoma is a mid size not a full size truck. So narrow roads are perfect for Tacomas but interior space and driving position eliminated it for us. Good luck in your search. If you have questions or I might be of any help, let me know. Keep making terrific videos!
First thing I thought while watching set up, wait until the wind comes in lol. Thats awesome it holds up well. (It's 80 mile hour wind here sometimes.) I love my Tundra! She's 06 and looks like hell but can go anywhere in these mountains and desert lol. (And ❤ my old wrangler too... just not their gas consumption lol).
There are folding truck campers that have toilets and showers. Courtney and Riley from Ambition Strikes converted the rear seats of their truck for their two dogs and for storage by removing the seats and building a sleeping/riding platform for their dogs and storage under the platform. It's certainly doable and comfortable. The vanlife is pretty cool but a truck has more room and utility with a camper installed in the back.
Pretty cozy with 2 dogs. Have you looked at the flatbed models for the full size trucks? Quite a bit more storage, with a little more living space, too. Take the back seat out of the truck and build a platform for the dogs to ride the same height as the rest of the family, and that gives you more storage under.
You girls!!! Yes! I just bought my Tacoma and am building out the back! I will be taking my 4x4 life up to your end of the world from AZ with my crazy Aussie! Show me the way ladies!!
After pulling a small but lux camper trailer with a 4X4 truck on dirt roads for years the truck camper looks so much easier. That being said to be able to pull over anywhere and make some lunch or have a pee on a toilet by just opening a door is a real plus. Our dream is to have a 4X4 van that is as nice as yours, good for us and our pups!
OHHH GILR'SSSSSSSSSS!!!!! THE END WAS THE BEST PART OF THIS VID BY FAR, SEEING IT JUST ABOUT MADE ME 4GET WHAT I JUST WATCHEDLOLOL!!!! AND THAT BARK/HIGH PITCH SCREECH SHE MADE I NEVER HEARD HER DO THAT B4 AND SHE KEPT DOING IT EVERY TIME SHE LOOKED AT YOUR FACE!!! YOU CAN TELL SHE MISSED YOU MORE THAN ANYTHING IN THE WORLD TO HER!!!!! THERE IS JUST SO MUCH LOVE BETWEEN THE 4 OF YOU ALL IT RADIAITES RIGHT THRU YOUR VIDS!!!! JUST SAYIN!!!! THANKS, F.M.V.
This was so much fun going on this adventure with you two. The truck camper was an eye opener. But coming home to Bella and Izzy was the icing on the cake. I had tears in my eyes watching your home coming. You two clever girls always entertain and educate us every week. Thanks a million! 👏🥰🤩💜
I was really impressed how big the inside is! I thing abdicating material things for a beautiful and peaceful place to sleep and explore is totally worth it! Connecting with nature makes me so happy, if I could I would do it every day :)
What ever yall do , I hope yall carry protection. You can never be to safe. And your dogs missed yall so much the crying in there voices they were so glad to see yall that really touched my heart ♥ cause my dog passed away unexpected at the age of 12 a few months ago so love them something good while yall have them.
Truckwives? 👀💛 This reignited so much of our love to adventure and the open road. Let us know what you love about truck life and what your favourite parts are? Still drooling over those exterior accessories 🤤 but there’s nothing like being home with Bella and Izzy xx
Update: for those concerned we love our cabin and we are never selling or leaving 💛
Oh the open road is the ultimate! Without Bella and Izzy it just does not feel right. We need the pack together.💛🐶 Truckwives catchy!🤩
Love the truck
One option to look into before jumping to truck camping would be to price out a 4x4 conversion and lift for the van. Best of all worlds imho. My ambulance already has a Quigley 4x4 conversion done to it.
Hey Vanwives! This is good for just a weekend outing for me. Maybe a bit longer, but not all the time.
How come you didn’t take Bella and Izzy with you?
It was so heartwarming to see Bella and Izzy so excited to see you upon your return. Animals are so pure.
I've said it before and I'll say it again now. You two are the best love story on the internet. Bless you both. May your story reach everyone to show what true love looks like. I'm so happy to see you taking a well deserved break from all the hard work you did on your fabulous home. I can't wait to see where you take us.
Wow Richard, thank you for all your kind comments. So sweet of you to say”The best love story on the internet,” you filled up our hearts. 💛🐶
Totally agree Richard, If you enjoy the VanWives, you might want to check out Tyler and Todd. Another amazing couple doing amazing things.
From someone who camps a lot I’d prefer the cabin life over truck life any day. Vanlife for vacations would be a must. Truck is nice for off roading, but the van looks more comfortable to me personally. Either way it all looks fun as long as Bella and Izzy can come a long. ❤️ you gals!
The camper was okay. The best part...seeing your babies so happy to see you both 🧡
Right! We agree the best part about going away without our fur babies is returning home to do much love and joy!💛🐶
💯 AGREE
More like a 20 minute long infomercial interspersed with some nice scenery. 😐
It’s a commercial lol 😂
Both lifestyles are appealing for different reasons. I’d keep both!
I wouldn’t give up the van. Vanlife for vacations would be a must. It was so heartwarming to see Bella and Izzy so excited to see you
Loved the adventure, but really loved the welcome home with Bell and Izzy.👍❤️
Oh that is our favourite part of going away, coming home to the best reception from Bella and Izzy. 💛🐶
Agreed!! 💯🐶 ❤ #davesandersstepdaughter
the way crystal says TYOTA kills me 😅
i personally would only be able to do this for a short period of time but it is tempting for like a 1-2 week period!!
I love the idea of truck camping for get aways, but taking the girls with you would definitely make it more complete and truly enjoyable in the end. Your cabin really seems like your own home now, or at least a home base, after all the work you have put into it and are still planning to do. That welcome home from the girls was so emotional ... they both live to love you two!!
Awwwwwwww! The girls reaction to getting home was beyond adorable.
You worked so hard getting your van the way you wanted and y’all are so blessed to be able to travel. I wouldn’t give up the van. Just for the dogs alone they would be so much more comfortable.
just get a nice 4 wheel van, an off roader.
Yes, that's what I thought. 2 humans and 2 large dogs in a small truck doesn't on the face of it make much sense!
Indeed...this rig requires constant setup and teardown...just to make a cup of tea😂
Your babies are the sweetest! I had a little cry (a good one) at the end with the reunion! I know you two have always thought before you did and will do what is best for your girls. Always love to watch your adventures!
That truck is awesome ... loved the beauty of the surroundings, and the sense of complete ease as you two settled back in to "past favorites." As others have said, especially loved Bella and Izzy's celebration of your return. Happy trails!
Love the life you girls have built, your cabin rocks no need to ever leave stay disconnected
That final welcome home sequence almost broke my face I smiled so much. Looks like a fun way to travel and that truck has everything you need. Glad you had another great adventure. ❤
You can see the peace of resetting on y’all’s faces. So happy for you. Such a great feeling.
Seeing the girl’s reaction when you got home……Priceless! Truck camping would be fine with you two, but not enough room for the girls too! Cool adventure, thanks for sharing! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼
Thank you! The presentation of the camper was very interesting :) But also like to watch your videos :)
Thanks Tim!
Loved this short look at a possible new journey. There are portable bathroom solutions on the market, but all of them seem a bit sketchy to us. Perhaps if we were young 30-somethings again. It's a fantastic vehicle and that camper setup is very cool. Have fun and keep on trucking (sorry, couldn't resist). We LOVE sharing your experiences.
Brought happy tears for me seeing your fur babies Bella and Izzy so happy and talking to there mommies.
Awe Renae, you fill up our hearts! The best part of going away is coming home, to our happy sweet Bella and Izzy!💛🐶
@@Vanwives 💖absolutely 1000x's over . sending love & hugs💜💜
Y’all are the best. So glad you are taking time to re group. You deserve it.
Love
Your flight attendant Heather
I bet you have some stories. ✈😀
Oh, yes. I can see you travelling and enjoying truck camper life. Thanks for taking us along.
Wow ladies, what a great experience, love your start and as you coming back home to hug the dogs, how happy you 4 are…this was a good part of a sunny Sunday here in Berlin, Germany, greatings to you..Regina ❤❤
The truck camper is sweet. I'm a big Toyota guy and have a classic Land Crusiser, but here's a alternative option: Why not swap out the axles on your existing van, add 4-wheel drive and upgrade its suspension and tires. Voila! A go-anywhere van :) Love the content. Keep it coming!
I think you should be doing a remote/off-road trip like this at least twice a year for you both to satisfy the travel bugs and change up your content!! But travelling with the dogs 100% stick with your van closer range or the wonderful cabin adventures! The girls deserve that elder-year luxury - even that is full of adventure compared to the average dog! 💚 🐾
Reigniting your love of adventure by trying truck camping sounds like a fun way to scratch that itch and be able to explore all those areas inaccessible when in your beautiful van xx
It was strange seeing you on a trip without the girls, but so nice to see you on an adventure after months of reno work. The joy you both exude is inspiring! ❤
Best part of the video is seeing the excitement of Bella and Izzy jumping on you and crying with happiness. ❤
Great to see you on the road again. Truck life definitely has its advantages, but as you mentioned, it also doesn't have the space of a van. But I loved how Bella & Izzy let you know not to leave them again. They're so beautiful. And they're great travel companions.
They’re the best ever 💛 they say thank you xx
Be sure to shop around. There are sooo many Truck Campers to choose from. A few have even more amenities. You ladies are WONDERFUL!
A Taco-based camper might be a bit tight with Izzy & Bella on a protracted trip to South America. Consider going to an F-150 sized Four Wheel Camper. You already have the truck. There are Canadian makers too, like Loki Basecamp in Quebec. Or get the clearance you need from a 144 Sprinter 4x4 van. Regardless of which vehicle you use... Go!
That first campsite, euphoria overload and the happy tears. You KNOW that the couch will be Izzy and Bella's, YES this is the solution for a long continental trip. And oh how good it is to come home when you're done.
I think you two lovely girls could adjust to any environment or situation. What fun you were having together. Can't wait to see you back at the cabin, for your next project.
Lots of love from Mike. ❤❤
You two make everything seem so exciting and beautiful. I love you two and how exciting you make everything seem. Even the hard work y'all have been doing to your property and home. Thank you for bringing happiness to this retired disabled female police officer. I miss getting to go camping. I had a truck with a camper shell on it, but, no stove, refrigerator, water etc.
Water was in huge containers. Food in icebox. Creek & lake to bathe. Lanterns and cook stove.
I can't do that anymore because of my disabilities.
Love you girls! ❤Thank you for taking us along with you on your adventures! 🙏🏻
What a great time it looks like you two had!! I have to say.... boy... there's a lot of pros and cons to both. But I think all four of you could very easily adjust. And a big one for me is.... you guys are talking Argentina! Can you even begin to imagine driving all the way to Argentina in a brand new vehicle thats all but guaranteed to have ZERO issues vs. a van that kinda needs a lot of tlc along the way?? What a joy it would be with not really having to worry too much about that stuff in a brand new vehicle!!! The one thing im positive of is the fact that I'm 100% positive the two of you will make the exact right decision for you all! Because neither of you make a decision based on a whim! Your decisions are ALWAYS well thought out!
Wishing you guys an amazing upcoming week😊😊😊😊😊
Well thanks for all you kind comments. We sure do have to think this out for sure. Our concern are Bella and Izzy of course.💛🐶
@@Vanwives Of course! But they'll really like riding in thar back seat. It's just all the other things you gotta figure now! LOL!!
YOU'LL GET THERE!!
OMG!! I cried when you went home and Izzy and Bella were so happy to see you both!! I let my puppy Willow see and hear it and she was so excited too! ahahha just loved this video. It had an extra does of love in it, I could feel it!
You two really need to cheer up
If you gals /and pups make it to Western Washington I'll be your guide, chef, butler and handyman for a week. All I would ask in return is the chance to enjoy some of your enthusiasm for life.
I seriously look forward to your Sunday videos. You're both so darn positive and full of the thirst to thrive and learn. See you next Sunday again. I'd love to just get the chance to meet ou both as I'm sure most of your watcher would also. Be Safe Ladies!
Awe, Crystal you just could not stop smiling. You two definitely looked like you were in your element. If it were me I would take it out one more time just to see how the girls would do. I think it is totally for your family. You guys looked so happy. Welcome to the States we love you❤❤👩🏼🐕🐕👩❤️❤️
Awe thank you Monica, we were just so happy to get away on a little adventurer. Right we would need to see how the girls will do for sure., they are the priority.💛🐶
Awww bella and Izzy missed you so much. Yes, I definitely would do truck camping. Would be glamping compared to my tent camping. Have fun ladies and enjoy life.
If I lived in Canada, I would go with Total Composites (in BC). Allows you even to build it out yourself (like Vantripping does). Popups get tiresome quickly, wind and leaks being one of the downsides.
You make some valid points we must consider. 🌞🐶
Crystal and jazz, that was really amazing! Thank you for taking us along with you on your adventure wishing you both and yours a wonderful week. All the best. Take care 💛
I loved this video. It was so nice to see you guys get out and have some fun. I'm sure you missed Bella and Izzie and it was great to see you going home to them. That trip looked like it was so much fun. I have a toyota tacoma 4x4 and I love it. They are awesome trucks. I am getting older but I will keep my truck until I can't climb in it anymore. Thanks for sharing this trip with us. Have a great week.
The only thing I don’t like about truck popups is that if danger comes when you’re sleeping, you can’t get into the cab and drive away quickly without having to leave the shelter of the vehicle. I have seen trucks and overlanders that have interior access. It is possible to have a truck like vehicle, with the power, suspension, tires, 4x4, etc..., that still has the amenities you’d need for the longer trips. I’d recommend that. It will cost more but be much better for the longer duration and a myriad of challenging circumstances.
any type of adventure both of you take us on truck , van, camper, plane boat we are in for a treat!! its nice to see the options that are out there through you two thank you !! 🐾
We've had a pop-up camper for 25 years but are looking for something easier to travel with so we can get back to some longer road trips (we're getting older!). We're considering a pick-up truck camper, though something just a bit bigger (with a bathroom!) than what you have here. We still have our pop-up and still love it, but it's a lot of work to set up and take down if we're traveling cross-country and moving a lot. Also our pop-up is 25 years old, so no solar power, freezer, etc. - your truck camper here has some cool amenities! So beautiful where you are. You can get a stainless steel coffee percolator to use on the propane stove. Glad we found your channel!
Hey guys! I love tuning in every sunday to see what new project or adventure is in store for us to share with you! I love how the two of you really live in the moment and enjoy and take in life! Thank you for sharing with us!🙂
Thanks Krista for tuning in every Sunday! Happy to have you in our pack. 🌞🐶
@@Vanwives awesome!!👍🙂
That was so fun to watch!! You girls were definitely in your element. I think truck camping would be cool, but like someone mentioned on here, do another trip with the girls to see how they do?! I also loved the ending. Izzy and Bella were so happy to see their Mamas. Thanks for sharing, have a fabulous week ladies!! 🌱✨💕
Nice to have a break glad you's enjoyed it. Bella and Izzy are lovely ❤️🐾🐾
It was nice to get away for sure but always wonderful to come home to our beautiful girls.💛🐶
I've enjoyed everything that you have on TH-cam but never commented. I have a 12 year old XPCamper (now Nimbl) on a 2007 low mileage Ram 2500 and it is definitely glamping at its best:} 75 gals fresh water, 27gal grey, cassette toilet, shower, diesel heat, 300w solar and a hydraulic raise roof which raises 35 inches so you can easily sit upright on the bed. Like you said, there's such a wide variety of campers out there not to mention awd/4wd vans like Modvans. You could probably get a sponsorship deal from perhaps Lance or FWC since your channel has such a huge following. You two (4 really) could make anything work and it's so nice to see you having such a wonderful time:} Keep having fun out there:}:}
Love seeing you girls so happy ❤ When you’s got home to the girls, I had a tear in my eye 😢 ✌🏼💚💡
I live in my truck camper when for work and it's awesome. It's not a popup and I use it as a 4 season home. I did put in an extra leaf spring to support the extra weight - a lift kit isn't a bad idea, although it will affect handling and mileage, but I don't think that's a worry when you're overlanding. It does have a bathroom and is very comfortable .It is an older model (best money I ever spent) but it still has a set up for solar and I have just one battery so I use my jackeries to power everything. Love that I can detach the truck from it if I need to. I have a Geyser system for remote showering - I can get a 7-15 minute hot shower with less than a gallon water. I feel safer in a hard top. Bella and Izzy missed you so much. My pets travel with me everywhere. Driving to Argentina or anywhere off of North America is something I'd really like to do, but some of the places can be quite dangerous - as a single woman I'd be concerned about carjacking, robbery etc, but I doubt that would stop me. Love that you're expanding your comfort zone!
Good morning, Ladies! Glad to see y’all able to get out and explore for a bit. Not gonna lie, I actually felt claustrophobic watching y’all in that camper truck and thinking of B & I in there with y’all.
Are y’all thinking about giving up your cabin and going back to the road?? I hope not!
See you next week! ❤️
No, the cabin will be with us forever! Our first home together, well 2nd if you count the van.💛🐶
@@Vanwives Whew! Yay!!! ❤️
Beautiful scenery but to crowded for me especially with the dogs..after that welcoming and sooo happy to see u both,I don’t know how u leave them..precious!!❤❤❤❤
How cool is this truck! Looks like so much fun. Lucky girls. And I can definitely hear the 🐝 zooming around y’all. Great video ❤
Crystal is so sweet. Love the VanWives. Back to the simple things. 😊
It would be neat to maybe see other options that might work too. There are so many different models. Looking forward to whatever is your next adventure. Love seeing the cabin and everything you’ve done.
Thanks for your support. Happy to have you as part of our pack.🌞🐶
Truck camping, more bare bones than a regular motorhome camper but oh so much more fun. Lot's more options for places to get to and see without having someone parked right on top of you. Glad to see the exploring fire being rekindled by the two of you. Can't wait to see the trip if you go to Argentina. I can see you having an amazingly fun time in a truck camper, and when you want to take a break from camping and exploring you have a beautiful home to go back to and recharge the batteries as you decide where the next adventure will take you and us, your faithful pack.
Odd how at the start of this episode I felt really sorry for the sprinter van, it felt in that moment like you were cheating on it 😂
Oh Helen, we feel a little guilty now. True.💛🐶
Love to see you on the road again gals. Just be aware those campers are very top heavy so take care on side slopes and slowly does it over heavy ruts. Whatever you do DONT SWERVE on the highway or at speed.
I have considered truck/camper rigs but an off-road van is more desirable. A bit more roomy and having access to the cockpit is a big safety plus.
Really digging how much the camper builders have maximized space and amenities.
And more protection against any wildlife like cougars and bears. That camper truck had canvas sides easy for a wild animal to shred to pieces.
You make a good point.💛🐶
Welcome to truck life / overlanding ladies ❤️ my wife and I absolutely adore it. So do our 4 pups ❤️we try to go as often as possible. Even if you keep the cabin like we did for base camp and just go on big trips to recharge … it sure does make life much more epic ❤
Yeah Sunday video time…👍👍
We love Sunday’s too! 🌞🐶
U girl r alway surprising . Such free spirits. Looking so wonderful 4 u both.
Love the open road, free spirits is a beautiful thing. 🤩🐶
You make camping as a lifestyle look so amazing. I’ve always loved camping in southern and northern Ontario, but this rugged off-road stuff calls to me ..
So does survival on an deserted island 🏝️
Northern Ontario is beautiful I love it there. I'm from Ontario as well
It’s all about what your wants and needs are when it comes to adventuring. The truck camping is great for off road destinations, but with 2 dogs may be a bit cumbersome especially in unpleasant weather situations.
But seeing you don’t live in the van anymore with your amazingly transformed home all comfy and cozy. Maybe a little discomfort isn’t such a bad thing for more private adventures off the beaten path to places less touched by others.
WHAT WHAT? lol Okay... the title got me curious! I thought you would be building a smaller off-grid guest cabin deeper on your property!
Well we like that idea too! Thanks for tuning in David.🌞🐶
@@Vanwives nice place for guests and visiting family.
From someone who lived in S. American for almost a decade, I would personally make the trip in a more subtle vehicle to be less obvious as an outsider. In general, I felt pretty safe traveling around as a single female, but I did my best not to draw attention to myself as much as possible. Can't wait to watch your adventure!
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Thanks Dominik, we love to hear from you every Sunday. See you next Sunday.💛🐶
I have been thinking about truck campers for a while now. I did want a van when my wife was going to be with me but now it will be me and my dog. Thanks for the great video that gives me other options. Love you guys.😘🍾😘
Bacon?🇨🇦
Never seen rectangular bacon before? Is it an American “processed” version?
center cut bacon. they cut the fatty ends off , needless to say its more expensive. @@ninareeves2995
Great to see you two back on the road...but Bella and Izzy stole this show!
You are thinking about driving to Argentina? Mexico, Central America, Venezuela , and Colombia are so so so dangerous right now with the cartels and drug turf wars. Unfortunately the rig, and your social situation would add to you being a target of bad stuff and theft. I think the concept is really cool but unfortunately right now there is so much violence. I live in San Diego and I won’t even go over the border for fun. I used to go to Mexico all of the time. Granted there are great and safe pockets but you can wander into the wrong situation quick. Sorry to bring a negative vibe but it’s so dang sketchy
The why are there so many TH-camrs doing it right now?
@@sethlogee I don’t know, but I do know that it is not recommended to drive to or through Mexico right now unless you really know where you are going. Partially because when the main cartel boss was apprehended there has been clash for control. The poverty and unrest makes people targets for money. People are being kidnapped and beheaded. My neighbor is in law enforcement and he was telling me a really terrible story last night via kidnapping and ransom. Military here has restrictions of going to Mexico because of the unrest and they are targeted. I have friends that still drive to scorpion bay to surf but they go in a caravan of cars so you are less likely to be messed with. If you are traveling in a nice vehicle by yourself, don’t speak Spanish, are women, and are white you stick out as someone easy to mess with. I had a friend who recently went down to tj to the dentist and they went down the wrong street and they were shook down for jewelry and money from “law enforcement”. It’s just something to be realistic with in many of the countries you would need to travel through. I will say the cartels don’t tend to target tourists because it’s important for the economy but I don’t know about camping away from “tourist areas”. Again I’m not trying to be negative, I’m just pointing out the potential danger. If you google travel advisories for Mexico you will see the current danger map.
haha , buy security guards and be safe
Yesss!!! I recently bought a truck so my husband and I can go on adventures and camping. I have a shell on the back but eventually want to get a camper. So excited to see you enjoying cabin life and truck life! Life is good!!
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Nah, I'd stick with the van.
Cause you’re a simp 😂
I LOOOOVE that "your home now" song and your editing. Love you girls so much. Feeling the vibes ❤
Why make anything a next step. Why limit it to just a step. Do different things at different times. You have a great homebase. Keep that and go on whatever journeys that you can dream up. Don't limit yourselves to one scenario,the world is your playground! Love ya ladies,keep living the dream. God Bless!!!❤😊
I can not believe you two are truck camping now! I have done it before and I loved it myself. My (borrowed) truck camper had a bathroom and didn't need the top to be popped so there was less work for me. I am actually looking into getting my own right now! I hope you decide to to do it I would love to see those videos! The places you can go are amazing and no scorpions, snakes or forest puppies (Bears) will visit your bed or food while you explore haha. It sounds like Crystal has made up her mind (yay) Jazz, I promise you if you get the right truck and the right camper you will love it, more importantly Bella and Izzy will love it most of all!
The truck camper would be nice for a nice trip to anywhere but the best part of the video to me was seeing your babies when you got home ! 🏡🐕🐕💕
I have no doubt you could adjust to truck camping. You're living the dream so change and adjusting to change is a large part of that. Watching Izzy and Bella see their moms again was the best part. Can't have a pack without them. I'm no crying YOU are! 😅💛✌🏽🖖🏽🤙🏽🤟🏽🤘🏽
Bella's squeaky happy bark just turns my heart into a puddle. 🤗
We have a 2019 Toyota Tacoma and Fleet FWC. We ❤ our setup. It is small, but we have camped in some amazing spots down crazy roads. BTW - you can open it from outside and then lock down inside. Much easier!
Enjoyed the video as always. My wife and I had a van for several years but sold it to get a pick up with a topper/camper. We also have two dogs so we went with a GMC Sierra 1500 crew cab, for the extra interior space = dogs and some storage. After an extensive search we purchased an A T Overland topper. Their quality and service won out over the other options. The Tacoma is a mid size not a full size truck. So narrow roads are perfect for Tacomas but interior space and driving position eliminated it for us. Good luck in your search. If you have questions or I might be of any help, let me know. Keep making terrific videos!
First thing I thought while watching set up, wait until the wind comes in lol. Thats awesome it holds up well. (It's 80 mile hour wind here sometimes.)
I love my Tundra! She's 06 and looks like hell but can go anywhere in these mountains and desert lol. (And ❤ my old wrangler too... just not their gas consumption lol).
You gals needed a getaway and what a cool thing to do camping out in a 4x4 camper truck. That is one awesome glowing moon. Nice getaway
There are folding truck campers that have toilets and showers. Courtney and Riley from Ambition Strikes converted the rear seats of their truck for their two dogs and for storage by removing the seats and building a sleeping/riding platform for their dogs and storage under the platform. It's certainly doable and comfortable. The vanlife is pretty cool but a truck has more room and utility with a camper installed in the back.
ALL the feels 6:39 Man, thanks for taking us along on this adventure
Pretty cozy with 2 dogs. Have you looked at the flatbed models for the full size trucks? Quite a bit more storage, with a little more living space, too.
Take the back seat out of the truck and build a platform for the dogs to ride the same height as the rest of the family, and that gives you more storage under.
You girls!!! Yes! I just bought my Tacoma and am building out the back! I will be taking my 4x4 life up to your end of the world from AZ with my crazy Aussie! Show me the way ladies!!
This warmed my heart so much and made be so excited for when we move into our van next week. This gave me chills, cannot wait for this freedom
You will truly be living your best life. You will love the freedom. 💛🐶
Did you notice the stove has a happy face? I love it, you ladies deserved a vacay!!
After pulling a small but lux camper trailer with a 4X4 truck on dirt roads for years the truck camper looks so much easier. That being said to be able to pull over anywhere and make some lunch or have a pee on a toilet by just opening a door is a real plus. Our dream is to have a 4X4 van that is as nice as yours, good for us and our pups!
Great video! Sounds exciting! The best part for sure was the reunion with bella and Izzy!!!
OHHH GILR'SSSSSSSSSS!!!!! THE END WAS THE BEST PART OF THIS VID BY FAR, SEEING IT JUST ABOUT MADE ME 4GET WHAT I JUST WATCHEDLOLOL!!!! AND THAT BARK/HIGH PITCH SCREECH SHE MADE I NEVER HEARD HER DO THAT B4 AND SHE KEPT DOING IT EVERY TIME SHE LOOKED AT YOUR FACE!!! YOU CAN TELL SHE MISSED YOU MORE THAN ANYTHING IN THE WORLD TO HER!!!!! THERE IS JUST SO MUCH LOVE BETWEEN THE 4 OF YOU ALL IT RADIAITES RIGHT THRU YOUR VIDS!!!! JUST SAYIN!!!! THANKS, F.M.V.
This was so much fun going on this adventure with you two. The truck camper was an eye opener. But coming home to Bella and Izzy was the icing on the cake. I had tears in my eyes watching your home coming. You two clever girls always entertain and educate us every week. Thanks a million! 👏🥰🤩💜
Wow, thank you for all your kind words. Filled up our hearts. Coming home to Bella and Izzy was the highlight of our trip. 💛🐶
I was really impressed how big the inside is!
I thing abdicating material things for a beautiful and peaceful place to sleep and explore is totally worth it!
Connecting with nature makes me so happy, if I could I would do it every day :)
What ever yall do , I hope yall carry protection. You can never be to safe. And your dogs missed yall so much the crying in there voices they were so glad to see yall that really touched my heart ♥ cause my dog passed away unexpected at the age of 12 a few months ago so love them something good while yall have them.
I had to pause the video. I finally got to finish it. 🎉 The best part was puppers. They were so happy to see you. ❤
Awww aren’t they the sweetest!!!
Camper truck looks awesome and very luxurious. Teary eyed when dogs greated ya, they clearly love and missed you.