It's simple. I see a Miranda video, I click. It's so neat that this is the REI channel, but it's not a constant barrage of product placement. Just quality content. Great job, REI
Keep going these are neat. Mine is a 2005 GMC Safari I love it. Got a 12 volt& 110 Iceco refrigerator & a 2000 watt gas generator with a Electric skillet. Bed is a metal folding cot frame With 3" foam mattress. Limo tinted windows with clipped on black bath towels for black out curtains. Great camping travel rig.
In the world of 100k+ camper vans, I absolutely love the simplicity of Vince. It’s real and awesome and shows you don’t need extravagance to have something to be proud of!
Having seen many DIY camper van builds, I would not rank this one among any of the better ones. It is hard to know where to start, but there are many things wrong with it, layout, big storage thing on top, massively over built roof rack and so on. Camper vans are great, but this is not one of the better ones. I do like Miranda and the vids she does for REI on camping and so on, but as camper vans go - and I'm strictly talking DIY ones here - this one is really kind of a dud.
@@christopherhaak9824 I respectfully disagree. Having watched so many DIY van build videos and making my own plan for my gorgeous van build, I bought an old SUV, built a narrow bed on top of a leveled floor (the hardest part) and realized it didn't need to be a gorgeous packed full build. For my purposes simplicity, and maximizing rooftop storage on an overdone roof rack, was exactly what I needed. After putting 12,000 mi on it in 4 months I have no plans to add to it. Miranda's simplicity is awesome, and seems to be exactly what she needs.
Would be interested in a POC spokesperson personally. I can't watch stuff like this nowadays without thinking of the privilege and racism in this country that have created huge racial inequities that make activities like this outside of the reach of a huge swath of fellow Americans... Except as a reality (homelessness/poverty)
As a fan of interior design, efficient use of space, building stuff, and outdoorsy stuff, this video showing up in my feed is proof that the algorithm works.
Love the simplicity of your van! I’m a fulltime traveller in a 19 ft trailer, so I appreciate how you’ve updated it to fit you and what you want to do with it.
Your's is the first conversion of an Astro Van that I could thoroughly relate to. Your lastest upgrades are wonderful and well thought out Yes I'd love to see your road trip and more of your van. I'm subscribing!
Love that you split your pull out into 1/3 size chunks for ease of use, to prevent pulling out your back, and for more configurations, great idea! I love that your unembellished build allows for suitable modifications without too much grief, and your design change is well thought out. You still have ample room to work on a bicycle inside if it is raining outside, if a park shelter isn't nearby. Roof fan is a needed addition, please do another video on cross ventilation for humid weather, by adding additional mobile mount DC USB fans, comparing if 1 bigger fan is enough, or if 3 tiny fans in 3 different locations blowing slower is more effective.
I have watched a million vans. Just came across this gal and her van. I love this chick. She is cool loves out doors plus worried with easy water fill up for her dog. Yes I can relate with this female. The van was great too.
Omg hilarious and so true- I love how you acted like parts would be edited out but you kept them anyway- I can’t stand watching people seamlessly move around and reconfigure their vans/etc like they are magical and never make mistakes- also another reason I like REI- people are down to earth & know what they’re doing, especially when I don’t- and I still don’t feel like an idiot. Mostly. Lol. Def keep up with the van videos! I’ve wanted to live on the road ever since I was a little kid- and now it’s fortunately and unfortunately really “popular”- it’s nice to see some down to earth builds that are entirely within budget limitations- instead of people sending their brand new transit vans off for a few weeks and 4 million dollars later they have a beautiful home on wheels- I mean, hell if you have the $ and knowledge to do that, go right ahead- but that’s just not reality for most of the people in this community- so that’s my long rant about how yes, van videos/road trip blogs/etc are definitely something I know I would watch all the time. Liked & subbed just bc of this video. Thanks!
yes to road trips! would love to see you tour some national parks & national forests since you're now built to travel far :D i have to admit, seeing the before and after on the sleep system was super illuminating. that is a YUUGE change, but i didn't get it at first.
Miranda, a good easy. . shower. cheap is a small 1 or 2 gal sprayer used to spray herbicides . take off wand and put spray nozzle on hose a clamp or two can hang anywhere . Put out camp fire , wash sand off you, dog ,cool off on hot day.rinse off anything . Thanks for your tour. Roy Boy.
I wonder if there is a fold-out shelter that could be attached to the roof rack? (for the rear "kitchen") Vehicle camping is great because the weight of the gear isn't as important. The van is looking amazing Miranda, have fun and stay safe on your journeys!
From VW bus conversion experience, I would like to suggest a rollout/fold out tarp/awning on the sliding door side. Ours added more activity space missing in side the micro bus. You might also consider an awning over that neat table on the trailer hitch.
some Astro vans have a 3 door opening. The window section lifts up for overhead shade and keep weather off you. GMC Safari vans also have those feathures.
I’m about 99% sure I’ve seen you out on the road! I recognized the van and immediately clicked. I’m going to find that ladder to get to my roof. I’ve been looking for something like that so I can load my kayak onto my skoolie.
The Exo system is legit; can't wait until they finally get them off the container ships. In addition to a ladder, check out the Moki Door Step for your sliding door side of the van
@@rei I have done several over the years. Actually have a company SUV that I have bedded down in on trips. Motels are expensive lol. 14 bucks for a good shower at a truck stop is a lot cheaper lol
You should really secure that battery for road trips if you don't. If you get into an accident or rollover, that thing will do some major damage to whatever it hits. You'll notice work vans have a cage and 4x4 people strap heavy things like spare tires down so they don't go flying.
Those were some great upgrades to your van Miranda! Also another Great video from you too! I always start out by Liking so I don't forget because I know the content is always Likable as you are!!
I just love the upgrade made "mini. Mine is definitely micro, ford Transit connect. Keeping things😅 minimal & more to "scale", but decor boho. Down near the floor, beads & chimes to align ur "chakras" 😆. Hoping to post the process, love the low and adequate space! Great job. Happy travels
Hello from UK...super watch...love it!!!...could you link where you got your stove please...I so need it n haven't even got a van yet...would be #1 purchase :-D
Hope you don't get hung upside down if you slip while using your "ladder" on the side. Maybe have a hard ladder (aluminum) built that can clip on the back but can be moved to the side so not to block the rear doors.
You should install an awning on the opposite side from your roof storage box. Otherwise it seems like a waste to have such a huge rack when you could do it with a smaller rack and roof storage box at the rear just to fit the table top. Then you'd have room on the van roof towards the front to install solar panels since you already have a generator.
I bought a rooftop carrier similar to this for my van only to find the hinges were interchangeable side to side, the box on the passenger side made it much more accessible.
Do you secure stuff in the van somehow when you are on the move? Battery, for example. It absolutely should not slide freely when you are on the road, because it has huge inertia. In case of, let's say, unexpected emergency full stop of the vehicle that bad dirl will go forward as a cannon ball and make bad things.
I love the swing out rack, with table top. It would likely even work on our minivan. Yes you need to do some traveling videos. We would love to meet you on the road some day. Safe travels.
Your level of enthusiasm is great and your knowledge base is great you remind me a little bit of a song by a group name red Ryder called lunatic fringe it fits
how many miles did your van have before buying it ? i’m trying to find a astro but all the ones i find on facebook market have(200k miles to 300k miles)
It's simple. I see a Miranda video, I click.
It's so neat that this is the REI channel, but it's not a constant barrage of product placement. Just quality content. Great job, REI
For sure! She's just wants to really share her hobbies and adventures with everyone. Such a sweet soul
Thank you so much! - Miranda
Keep going these are neat. Mine is a 2005 GMC Safari I love it. Got a 12 volt& 110 Iceco refrigerator & a 2000 watt gas generator with a
Electric skillet.
Bed is a metal folding cot frame
With 3" foam mattress. Limo tinted windows with clipped on black bath towels for black out curtains. Great camping travel rig.
In the world of 100k+ camper vans, I absolutely love the simplicity of Vince. It’s real and awesome and shows you don’t need extravagance to have something to be proud of!
Having seen many DIY camper van builds, I would not rank this one among any of the better ones. It is hard to know where to start, but there are many things wrong with it, layout, big storage thing on top, massively over built roof rack and so on. Camper vans are great, but this is not one of the better ones. I do like Miranda and the vids she does for REI on camping and so on, but as camper vans go - and I'm strictly talking DIY ones here - this one is really kind of a dud.
@@christopherhaak9824 I respectfully disagree. Having watched so many DIY van build videos and making my own plan for my gorgeous van build, I bought an old SUV, built a narrow bed on top of a leveled floor (the hardest part) and realized it didn't need to be a gorgeous packed full build. For my purposes simplicity, and maximizing rooftop storage on an overdone roof rack, was exactly what I needed. After putting 12,000 mi on it in 4 months I have no plans to add to it. Miranda's simplicity is awesome, and seems to be exactly what she needs.
Miranda makes me happy! REI couldn’t have a better spokesperson.
Would be interested in a POC spokesperson personally. I can't watch stuff like this nowadays without thinking of the privilege and racism in this country that have created huge racial inequities that make activities like this outside of the reach of a huge swath of fellow Americans... Except as a reality (homelessness/poverty)
That said. I appreciate and really like Miranda's energy otherwise. Just really weighed down by the context nowadays
@@robindegu7294 How does racism prevent anyone from participating in van life?
@@robindegu7294 racist
Okay Karen. Burp
I cannot believe you did not ask "Do you want to see this Vincent Van Go?"
She's Miranda not MiranDAD
@@nicojar 🤣 I love that 🤣
Her pedals are named "van stop" and "van ___"
Excellent 👍
As a fan of interior design, efficient use of space, building stuff, and outdoorsy stuff, this video showing up in my feed is proof that the algorithm works.
The hand pump on the water jug is pretty genius.
Yea where did you find the water sink?
Genius.
I’d love to see some dispersed camping videos with Vincent! Keep ‘em coming, Miranda and team!
REI needs to have Vincent Van Go stickers now
Sick van! Love the upgrades and new vent fan. I really dig this show, gosh darn!
in a world of boredom and bad news Mirandas videos always brighten up my day!
Love the simplicity of your van! I’m a fulltime traveller in a 19 ft trailer, so I appreciate how you’ve updated it to fit you and what you want to do with it.
Your's is the first conversion of an Astro Van that I could thoroughly relate to. Your lastest upgrades are wonderful and well thought out
Yes I'd love to see your road trip and more of your van.
I'm subscribing!
Best commercial I have seen in awhile. How did REI get somebody this real?
1000th view. For sure you need to meet up with Hannah Lee Duggan if you do a road trip in the van. :)
Hi Miranda! Nice van you have. Regarding the battery, have you ever thought to install solar panels on the roof?
Working on building a van myself so super stoked for this video!
Road trip for sure. Take care, Al
Waiting for cooking videos on your table top on a road trip 🤤
Love that you split your pull out into 1/3 size chunks for ease of use, to prevent pulling out your back, and for more configurations, great idea! I love that your unembellished build allows for suitable modifications without too much grief, and your design change is well thought out. You still have ample room to work on a bicycle inside if it is raining outside, if a park shelter isn't nearby. Roof fan is a needed addition, please do another video on cross ventilation for humid weather, by adding additional mobile mount DC USB fans, comparing if 1 bigger fan is enough, or if 3 tiny fans in 3 different locations blowing slower is more effective.
I have watched a million vans. Just came across this gal and her van. I love this chick. She is cool loves out doors plus worried with easy water fill up for her dog. Yes I can relate with this female. The van was great too.
Omg hilarious and so true- I love how you acted like parts would be edited out but you kept them anyway- I can’t stand watching people seamlessly move around and reconfigure their vans/etc like they are magical and never make mistakes- also another reason I like REI- people are down to earth & know what they’re doing, especially when I don’t- and I still don’t feel like an idiot. Mostly. Lol. Def keep up with the van videos! I’ve wanted to live on the road ever since I was a little kid- and now it’s fortunately and unfortunately really “popular”- it’s nice to see some down to earth builds that are entirely within budget limitations- instead of people sending their brand new transit vans off for a few weeks and 4 million dollars later they have a beautiful home on wheels- I mean, hell if you have the $ and knowledge to do that, go right ahead- but that’s just not reality for most of the people in this community- so that’s my long rant about how yes, van videos/road trip blogs/etc are definitely something I know I would watch all the time. Liked & subbed just bc of this video. Thanks!
I would love to see more van camping. Sort of incorporated into your backpacking stuff. But this was a real good video for ideas. Really enjoyed
yes to road trips! would love to see you tour some national parks & national forests since you're now built to travel far :D
i have to admit, seeing the before and after on the sleep system was super illuminating. that is a YUUGE change, but i didn't get it at first.
Miranda, a good easy. . shower. cheap is a small 1 or 2 gal sprayer used to spray herbicides . take off wand and put spray nozzle on hose a clamp or two can hang anywhere . Put out camp fire , wash sand off you, dog ,cool off on hot day.rinse off anything . Thanks for your tour. Roy Boy.
Learned righty tighty lefty loosey as a child, today at 50 years old, still say it!!
GREAT updates!!
Love the simplicity and efficient use of space in your van! Please keep sharing your van upgrades :)
I wonder if there is a fold-out shelter that could be attached to the roof rack? (for the rear "kitchen")
Vehicle camping is great because the weight of the gear isn't as important.
The van is looking amazing Miranda, have fun and stay safe on your journeys!
Yeah! Road trip, road trip!
I want to see your van in other videos :)
I literally JUST bought a 2005 Chevy Express to convert to a camper and I couldn't be more excited about it!! This video came at the perfect time :)
Astro vans are rock magnets . My window has a crack and until I can't see it's staying because I know it will happen again as soon as I get a new one
When this vans a rockin..... get me the hell out I locked myself in!
I agree--Miranda is the coolest 😎 I would love to see more van videos🚐
Heck yeah we want to see some road trippin’ in Vince!
All the upgrades and improvements you've made to Vince are great! Looks awesome. Yes, a road trip video would be cool!
🤗 YAY!! Super Duper job on Vince, looking forward to more videos! Great Video guys!! 🥰👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Wax the wood for the bed slides to make them slide easier. you can use a regular candle for this but surfboard wax would work better.
How do you handle showering/potty breaks?
That's when my good ol' poop kit comes in handy! - Miranda
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From VW bus conversion experience, I would like to suggest a rollout/fold out tarp/awning on the sliding door side. Ours added more activity space missing in side the micro bus. You might also consider an awning over that neat table on the trailer hitch.
some Astro vans
have a 3 door opening. The window section lifts up for overhead shade and keep weather off you. GMC Safari vans also have those feathures.
I’m about 99% sure I’ve seen you out on the road! I recognized the van and immediately clicked.
I’m going to find that ladder to get to my roof. I’ve been looking for something like that so I can load my kayak onto my skoolie.
This is a great video and a cool van. I always look forward to your videos Miranda!
Love your weekly show . Definitely want to see a van trip video 😀
The Exo system is legit; can't wait until they finally get them off the container ships.
In addition to a ladder, check out the Moki Door Step for your sliding door side of the van
Awesomeness (the quality of being extremely impressive or daunting) thank you for sharing.
We're glad you enjoyed it! Are you planning to upgrade a camper van?
@@rei I have done several over the years. Actually have a company SUV that I have bedded down in on trips. Motels are expensive lol. 14 bucks for a good shower at a truck stop is a lot cheaper lol
This was great! The changes to the bed and kitchen area are so smart. I'd love to see a road trip video!
You should really secure that battery for road trips if you don't. If you get into an accident or rollover, that thing will do some major damage to whatever it hits. You'll notice work vans have a cage and 4x4 people strap heavy things like spare tires down so they don't go flying.
I recently 3d printed an adapter to use the automatic 5gal jug pumps on my aquatainer, much nicer that using the manual pump.
Wow, I LOVE this idea!! Thank you for sharing! May need to find a buddy with a 3D printer to help me with this! - Miranda
@@rei Happy to print and send you one.
@@teraquendya9487 If you use Instagram, send me a message @mirandagoesoutside ! I'd love this! - Miranda
Those were some great upgrades to your van Miranda! Also another Great video from you too! I always start out by Liking so I don't forget because I know the content is always Likable as you are!!
More Miranda In the Wild in a Van please!
I love the new design of the bed. Very smart. ... Road Trip? Heck yeah! Let's go!
Love your videos..Thank you. Safae Travels..🦋🦋
Long road trip video! Yes please!
I just love the upgrade made "mini. Mine is definitely micro, ford Transit connect. Keeping things😅 minimal & more to "scale", but decor boho. Down near the floor, beads & chimes to align ur "chakras" 😆. Hoping to post the process, love the low and adequate space! Great job. Happy travels
Love your style. Great upgrades and use of the RV faucet on the water jug. I can car campers wanting to do that.
Hello from UK...super watch...love it!!!...could you link where you got your stove please...I so need it n haven't even got a van yet...would be #1 purchase :-D
Thankyou ..that was amazingkts n stuff .. my faith in human kind has been restored ..pip pips and carryon ..pilgrim ..😍😎😁
If I didn’t already know that Miranda was a climber, that little right foot flag while she was on the ladder would have told me. 😂
You’re inspiring me, gosh darn!
WOW really expensive exterior upgrades for a "budget camper van"
MirVANda?
I enjoy the van videos. I think a road trip series would be cool.
Keep posting videos we love them!
More van please/road trips. Shwanky build.
Hope you don't get hung upside down if you slip while using your "ladder" on the side. Maybe have a hard ladder (aluminum) built that can clip on the back but can be moved to the side so not to block the rear doors.
Yes roadtrip!
How did you mount that roof rack? Bolt through? About to buy an Astro and starting to look into getting/ building a rack.
After seeing your videos I think I might want a van? It's just so cute
Lubricating wood on wood slides may make this easier. Rub wood with wax or rando. Bar of soap.
You should install an awning on the opposite side from your roof storage box. Otherwise it seems like a waste to have such a huge rack when you could do it with a smaller rack and roof storage box at the rear just to fit the table top. Then you'd have room on the van roof towards the front to install solar panels since you already have a generator.
That rack is amazing. Fellow Astro camper here!
Love the content, but all the jump cuts make it very difficult to watch.
I bought a rooftop carrier similar to this for my van only to find the hinges were interchangeable side to side, the box on the passenger side made it much more accessible.
What kind of foam do you have for your bed/seat? The ones we bought have not been very good! Would love a recommendation!
Miranda "Skis if you are a skier or a snow person."
Snow Person? Like a Yeti or something Miranda?
Do you secure stuff in the van somehow when you are on the move? Battery, for example. It absolutely should not slide freely when you are on the road, because it has huge inertia. In case of, let's say, unexpected emergency full stop of the vehicle that bad dirl will go forward as a cannon ball and make bad things.
Hey! Great question, and yes I do! The battery gets secured and locked behind the driver's seat when in motion. - Miranda
Van looks awesome. I like the fan, and the new Yakama rack is actually really cool (now Thule needs to make one). Oh, and MORE VAN STUFF!
I love the swing out rack, with table top. It would likely even work on our minivan. Yes you need to do some traveling videos. We would love to meet you on the road some day. Safe travels.
Neat van your so full of life & ur funny ❤ it
Thanks for watching Josh!
Mivanda!
Sorry.
Your level of enthusiasm is great and your knowledge base is great you remind me a little bit of a song by a group name red Ryder called lunatic fringe it fits
Vincent Van Go is awesome. Love the bumper stickers!
A pass seat swivel is Great! It makes that entire area more open and adds a comfy seat to living area.
Can't wait to get mine.
You suggested installing a ladder to access the top. Could you install climbing holds?
I want to start van camping but I have a question about where to store say dirty clothes or just anything that needs a wash without getting foul odors
how many miles did your van have before buying it ? i’m trying to find a astro but all the ones i find on facebook market have(200k miles to 300k miles)
My van had around 90k, but it was hard to find! It took me a while, so hopefully your perfect van shows up soon! - Miranda
Vince is awesome! You are amazing! 😃
Road trip road trip road trip! 🏖 🛣 🚙
#astrovantribe
Harihariharibol newsubscriber lets c what u got best south africa
I love your videos 😃👍🏻
Should make a rope ladder for your rooftop box out of a retired climbing rope
Miranda jest SUPER 😁😁😁
To absolutna KRÓLOWA 👑 tego kanału 😉 !!!
Dzięki za pozytywną energię i mnustwo inspiracji 👍!!!
Pozdrowienia z Polski 🤗
Bom dia princesa linda tudo linda com voce beijos amor linda e linda sua van kiss girl
Road trip!
Great video.
Thanks for watching 😄
Does anyone know what the foam tape is she talked about??
Yes! Road Trip!! lol
I’m obsessed with Miranda!
Oh Heck Bin - great new name for a junk drawer!
I wanna see your load trip videoooo😍😍😍
Try using drawer slides for the bed slide outs.