I had the pleasure of seeing this van in person at the Adventure Van Expo near Portland last weekend. It's a beautiful van and Storyteller did a great job with it. Looks even better out in the wild!
Usually enjoy your videos...today the background music is loud and annoying...can't deal with it..sorry....It would be nice to see the lady now and then...seems like you have become the only star of the show!!!
Wow!!! This camper van is amazing!!! It has it all except the toilet but I seen you two brought your portable. I’m blown away about the electrical system! Having been able to have the a/c going like that. Thankyou for sharing and safe travels from Canada 🍁
Wow. So many negative comments. Strange. I came here to say I like that van. The shower is a neat option. And you grinding the coffee made me want coffee, as I make mine the same way.
I love that even though you 2 made a different choice, you can still appreciate the good stuff about other rigs and give a fair review. Looks like a fun ride . Have a great time in big bear this weekend.
I liked the van, personally. I liked the bed, layout, performance, etc. It wouldn't be affordable for me though, sadly. It was fun seeing Charlie with you! Hope to see you on your next adventure soon! Take care and God bless you!
After considering A LOT of different brands of camper vans; the rest have proven that they are DEFINITELY NOT THIS STO BEAST MODE 4X4. IT IS THE ONLY ONE I WOULD EVER PURCHASE !!!!!!!
@@thomasdarby6084 Fake news... I priced a Sportsmobile build that would be similar to the non-BEAST MODE (selling price 150K) and it was over 200K + 6-12 month lead time. Clearly you have limited knowledge of the adventure van market; the Volta system alone is a 30K+ system.
@@TB-em6dy It isn't how much money you put into something, it's what that something is worth to you. I have purchased a Sportsmobile Ford E450 based 4x4 for delivery by April. Has better features, a solid V-8, larger tires and adaptable suspension, among all the amenities of a small RV. Yes the original retail cost is over $175k but I got it for much less because I was able to fill a production spot that a customer cancelled on. Don't assume that because someone disagrees with your favorite van build that they have lack of knowledge. The Ford chassis and Quigley 4x4 will cost far less to maintain than the Sprinter.
@@thomasdarby6084 Your post stated that you could build "your own Sportsmobile for the same or less money". I was simply countering that a similarly spec'd Sportsmobile Sprinter would be over 200K, which is an accurate statement. This statement had nothing to do with my favorite van build. I happen to like Sportsmobiles and considered purchasing one. It sounds like you got a great deal on your E450 with "better features". I agree that your cost to maintain a Ford will likely be less than a MB, but hard to compare to the Sprinter based vans. Apples and oranges...
Why wasn't Kait also filmed, as opposed to just do the filming? Even the small food segment, she used to show her recipes. Being a couple, it'd be nice to see both of you.
Honestly, I was surprised that you didn't buy a storyteller, maybe if they had this one when you were looking??? That battery system is pretty impressive. I can just imagine some hard core Jeep guy meeting you on the hill and thinking WTF is that thing doing out here. Love the scenery. And that was nice seeing you two in a van with a dog again. Bit of deja vu. If we were younger or it was only me, I would be interested but not for us 2 old foggies LOL. Still not a big fan of the MB. They need to realize that a sprinter is not a luxury car and adjust the price for parts and service accordingly. My brother has a Benz, well his wife does. He hates the damn thing. Every time it goes into the shop he has to remortgage his house to pay for it.
Loved the video! How awesome to take your "little house" where most of us Rvers can't go. We travel in a B+, which is great, but this looks like so much fun. We're in our 70's so my husband would probably choke if I suggested a trade! Keep on having fun and exploring.
Makes me want it just so I can get another dog! Good to see you guys with Charlie. That’s a wonderful model - it has so many practical features! Love the bed and shower too!
I love the Murphy bed/bench design. Wising more vans would do the same but instead have the bed come down in four pieces so users bring down only two back sections closer to rear to make a single bed of traveling a lone and have more living space with the rest of the bed up. Or bring down the inner pieces as the bed and keep the rear pieces up and have more of a garbage to keep a bike if traveling solo. Of coarse bring down all 4 pieces if owners want a bigger bed to sleep two like it currently is 👍🏾
always love watching you 2, already traded vehicles? that's cool to share first hand usage. your music base was to high, distorded my tv speakers, had to turn it down to the point i couldn't hear it comfortably. sorry, had to shut it down.
OK, truck campers are awesome. There is no doubt about that. I’ve owned 3 over the past 20 years. We’ve switched to a van for a variety of reasons, one of which is shipping the van overseas for travel doesn’t work very well with a t/c, especially one as big as ours. I realize you guys have a relationship with Storyteller, but you need to check out the Winnebago Revel. We just picked one up and it’s awesome and it doesn’t look like a 70’s stabin cabin (Storyteller is missing the avocado shag carpet) or child snatchingmobile like the Storyteller and it has a real bathroom. Yes, it lacks the storage of the Storyteller, but that’s an easy mod.
Parabéns pelo projeto! Essa Sprinter é 4x4 de fábrica? Ou você que fez a transformação? As alterações na suspensão não interferiu nos sistemas eletrônicos de segurança da Sprinter, como por exemplo o ABA, ESP e outros?
If you guys were to build your own van would you go with a cassette toilet with the briefcase tank like you had on previous videos? Or would you go with a composting one?
Makes you wish you had a rig with AC doesn't it? I gotta tell you though: Your vids seem to be far and few between these days and when you do release one, it's a commercial? C'mon guys, you can do better than that.
It’s a nice van. The fantastic fan can help a lot to pull air in, best with only a window open. We also have a 525 amp hr lithium battery pack and they power forever! We prefer the enclosed bathroom with a shower but we also prefer to shower outside whenever possible, like there in the desert. Great editing too! Thanks
Are the Modes 4 season? I just watched your video with the Transit Mode and you mention it being 4 season but there’s no mention on the STO website which seems odd.
Cool video. Alabama Hills is such a neat place. Most people from SoCal drive right past it on their way to Mammoth and Eastern Sierra and don’t even know it’s there. Heck, half the folks going to the Portals don’t even know about it.
Another really cool trip. It was so nice to see Charlie again; but, I missed Kate's pretty face. I would say this trip sure gave you distance from people in these trying times. LOL!
How about a backpack and a tarp? Your feet will take you on trails where motorized vehicles aren't allowed. There are minimalist options, adventure vans and everything in between for all types of customers!
So what was your thoughts on the shower? Functional? Enough room? Water temp and pressure? Place to put your toiletries inside the shower? Just curious......
I have to say this vehicle fits you two about 100 times more than that other thing you bought. We had a popup camper and it was not easy to deal with. Essentially that's what you have, a popup camper on a tank. If you break a leg, good luck getting inside. I'm sorry to say but IMHO that was a bad choice.
I don't know what the clearance is but the handling is better on road than the standard 4x4 Sprinter. Smoother and less sway going through corners. We've never taken one off road so we can't compare it to the Beast. That said, from what others have told us the difference is night and day.
My concern with the Beast is the volume of water it carries. With showers and cooking how many days can you boondock with 2 people before going in for a water refill?
Depends on how you use it. We’ve gone a week which includes two showers per person. That said you’re getting wet, shutting the water off, soaping up and then rinsing.
I noticed you found a spot for the Berkey, nice . We take ours every time we go camping, love it. Bought it after I started watching you guys right after you got in the Hymer. Saw it and had to have it, best investment ever! Oh and thanks to Kait, I got the Instant Pot too!
Joe, thanks for the video. It is always good to see you guys back in a van. I still think you will be back in one soon. I love the Storyteller Beast Mode.
Looks like alot of fun. Very nice set up for sure. the paint scheme needs a huge redo . Looks like a van from the 70's on paint. i am sure they can do better. thanks for sharing as it was fun to watch.
Oh man, that’s my dream van. Unfortunately not my wife’s. I might get by with a fixed cassette toilet like the Revel but she stopped watching when she saw the little portable.😂 So I need to win the lottery so I can buy this single-me van and a married-me van with a real bathroom.😂
I wonder about the handling of the Mercedes high roof vans, as they look to have a very high center of gravity. What are your thoughts on its driveability in high winds and, also, it cornering characteristics? Enjoy your channel.
Great video! We have talked about maybe getting a camper van one day and take it around places we can’t bring the RV! Great video and thanks for sharing! ~ Maggie and Brandon
@@Weretherussos must be a look a like then. The only reason I found this page because I googled the boy and his beast sticker. Van looked exactly the same. Was on Monday morning in West Texas. Good luck to you guys, looks fun.
Does Storyteller Overland offer this in a longer wheelbase? A little bit more room would be nice. It also would be nice to have this on the new Ford AWD Transit. Much lower cost of ownership.
I sold my "4x4" sprinter after it tipped over trying to go over a log. These tall sprinters are NOT 4x4 vehicles, they are a 4x4 hazard, no wonder everyone is selling them, doesn't take long to realize how useless they are.
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I had the pleasure of seeing this van in person at the Adventure Van Expo near Portland last weekend. It's a beautiful van and Storyteller did a great job with it. Looks even better out in the wild!
Seeing you guys and a dog back in a van.....all is right in the world....for now.
Usually enjoy your videos...today the background music is loud and annoying...can't deal with it..sorry....It would be nice to see the lady now and then...seems like you have become the only star of the show!!!
Love this B!
Can’t wait to get mine.....i keep watching it over and over again......... I LOVE IT !!!!!!!!
Could have made this a five minute video if all the unrelated material was cut out. Learned very little about the actual van.
Wow!!! This camper van is amazing!!! It has it all except the toilet but I seen you two brought your portable. I’m blown away about the electrical system! Having been able to have the a/c going like that. Thankyou for sharing and safe travels from Canada 🍁
Wow. So many negative comments. Strange. I came here to say I like that van. The shower is a neat option. And you grinding the coffee made me want coffee, as I make mine the same way.
Shocking how much negativity is around. Nobody is forcing these Negative Neds to purchase a van.
I love that even though you 2 made a different choice, you can still appreciate the good stuff about other rigs and give a fair review. Looks like a fun ride . Have a great time in big bear this weekend.
What was that orange surfboard type thing you attached to the back door?
They’re traction plates, for getting unstuck in mud, sand, snow etc.
Maxxtraxx by the looks of it, they are an Australian company
A camper van that can go anywhere. Wish my Roadtrek was a 4x4. And had clearance...lol.
Thanks for sharing cool video.
I have been waiting for you to do a video on the Beast Mode. Wife and I both miss Kait in front of the camera. She adds a lot...
So where is Kait? I have been away but miss seeing her... I hope all is well!
I liked the van, personally. I liked the bed, layout, performance, etc. It wouldn't be affordable for me though, sadly. It was fun seeing Charlie with you! Hope to see you on your next adventure soon! Take care and God bless you!
Where's Kait? This is turning into the Joe channel.
I think Kate is more into being behind the camera these days
Please get a van! We miss you guys in a van!
After considering A LOT of different brands of camper vans; the rest have proven that they are DEFINITELY NOT THIS STO BEAST MODE 4X4. IT IS THE ONLY ONE I WOULD EVER PURCHASE !!!!!!!
It's the only one I'd NEVER purchase. You can design your own at Sportsmobile for the same or less money, and have a better-looking rig.
@@thomasdarby6084 Fake news... I priced a Sportsmobile build that would be similar to the non-BEAST MODE (selling price 150K) and it was over 200K + 6-12 month lead time. Clearly you have limited knowledge of the adventure van market; the Volta system alone is a 30K+ system.
@@TB-em6dy It isn't how much money you put into something, it's what that something is worth to you. I have purchased a Sportsmobile Ford E450 based 4x4 for delivery by April. Has better features, a solid V-8, larger tires and adaptable suspension, among all the amenities of a small RV. Yes the original retail cost is over $175k but I got it for much less because I was able to fill a production spot that a customer cancelled on. Don't assume that because someone disagrees with your favorite van build that they have lack of knowledge. The Ford chassis and Quigley 4x4 will cost far less to maintain than the Sprinter.
@@thomasdarby6084 Your post stated that you could build "your own Sportsmobile for the same or less money". I was simply countering that a similarly spec'd Sportsmobile Sprinter would be over 200K, which is an accurate statement. This statement had nothing to do with my favorite van build. I happen to like Sportsmobiles and considered purchasing one. It sounds like you got a great deal on your E450 with "better features". I agree that your cost to maintain a Ford will likely be less than a MB, but hard to compare to the Sprinter based vans. Apples and oranges...
@@TB-em6dy Right you are.
Love the bed/table layout. If I get a van, Storyteller is my favorite.
Why wasn't Kait also filmed, as opposed to just do the filming? Even the small food segment, she used to show her recipes. Being a couple, it'd be nice to see both of you.
miss you guys the last few weeks ....hope you are ok
Honestly, I was surprised that you didn't buy a storyteller, maybe if they had this one when you were looking???
That battery system is pretty impressive.
I can just imagine some hard core Jeep guy meeting you on the hill and thinking WTF is that thing doing out here.
Love the scenery.
And that was nice seeing you two in a van with a dog again. Bit of deja vu.
If we were younger or it was only me, I would be interested but not for us 2 old foggies LOL.
Still not a big fan of the MB. They need to realize that a sprinter is not a luxury car and adjust the price for parts and service accordingly.
My brother has a Benz, well his wife does. He hates the damn thing. Every time it goes into the shop he has to remortgage his house to pay for it.
I think they have one now.
Thank you for balancing exciting, quality content with a creative way to make a living! Great channel. 👍
You’re very welcome!
Charley is such a good girl
Are the stripes painted on or are they stickers that can they be pealed off?
They are vinyl decals that can be removed.
Loved the video! How awesome to take your "little house" where most of us Rvers can't go. We travel in a B+, which is great, but this looks like so much fun. We're in our 70's so my husband would probably choke if I suggested a trade! Keep on having fun and exploring.
I used to followed a lady who tried to take her Class B on roads almost this challenging and she destroyed her motorhome on several occasions.
You get a lot more of these 4x4 Vans outside the US. Sprinter 4x4 is a bit limited Off Road
Makes me want it just so I can get another dog! Good to see you guys with Charlie. That’s a wonderful model - it has so many practical features! Love the bed and shower too!
I love the Murphy bed/bench design. Wising more vans would do the same but instead have the bed come down in four pieces so users bring down only two back sections closer to rear to make a single bed of traveling a lone and have more living space with the rest of the bed up. Or bring down the inner pieces as the bed and keep the rear pieces up and have more of a garbage to keep a bike if traveling solo. Of coarse bring down all 4 pieces if owners want a bigger bed to sleep two like it currently is 👍🏾
Never seen this design, but it makes sense
always love watching you 2, already traded vehicles? that's cool to share first hand usage. your music base was to high, distorded my tv speakers, had to turn it down to the point i couldn't hear it comfortably. sorry, had to shut it down.
Wow I love storyteller thanks
Tire pressure question if you would please: Highway pressure and what did you air down to off road? Thank you.
I miss watching you 2 in the hymer. Nice to reminisce. Sort of.😏
OK, truck campers are awesome. There is no doubt about that. I’ve owned 3 over the past 20 years. We’ve switched to a van for a variety of reasons, one of which is shipping the van overseas for travel doesn’t work very well with a t/c, especially one as big as ours.
I realize you guys have a relationship with Storyteller, but you need to check out the Winnebago Revel. We just picked one up and it’s awesome and it doesn’t look like a 70’s stabin cabin (Storyteller is missing the avocado shag carpet) or child snatchingmobile like the Storyteller and it has a real bathroom. Yes, it lacks the storage of the Storyteller, but that’s an easy mod.
Parabéns pelo projeto! Essa Sprinter é 4x4 de fábrica? Ou você que fez a transformação? As alterações na suspensão não interferiu nos sistemas eletrônicos de segurança da Sprinter, como por exemplo o ABA, ESP e outros?
What air pressure do you use for highway, and off-road...
Depends. Follow the manufacturer’s guidance on highway tire pressure and a good rule of thumb is 50% of that when off road.
That is an awesome van. Can see you upgrading to something similar in the future.
I was like, wait a minute, I’ve never been to Alabama but that sure looks like California! 😂
If you guys were to build your own van would you go with a cassette toilet with the briefcase tank like you had on previous videos? Or would you go with a composting one?
Here you go: th-cam.com/video/hNngb_oTCLM/w-d-xo.html
So sick...thanks for showing us what it can do!!
You’re welcome!
I miss the vans
Makes you wish you had a rig with AC doesn't it?
I gotta tell you though: Your vids seem to be far and few between these days and when you do release one, it's a commercial? C'mon guys, you can do better than that.
Hi Kait and Joe, you usually share a new video every 2 weeks. It has been 3 weeks since your last one. Are you guys ok? Hugs.
Yep we’re fine, just taking a break for a while.
@@Weretherussos Great 😀. Thanks and have a great day!
It’s a nice van. The fantastic fan can help a lot to pull air in, best with only a window open. We also have a 525 amp hr lithium battery pack and they power forever! We prefer the enclosed bathroom with a shower but we also prefer to shower outside whenever possible, like there in the desert. Great editing too! Thanks
Nice video! Still like my Aktiv, but if I were to upgrade this would definitely be on my short list.
Hey Doug! Hope you’re doing well.
Nice video y’all as always!
Love it, wish i could afford it lol!! Thanks for a great video!
Are the Modes 4 season? I just watched your video with the Transit Mode and you mention it being 4 season but there’s no mention on the STO website which seems odd.
Yes they are. Very well insulated and all of the water lines and tank are inside with exception of the gray tank.
Cool video. Alabama Hills is such a neat place. Most people from SoCal drive right past it on their way to Mammoth and Eastern Sierra and don’t even know it’s there. Heck, half the folks going to the Portals don’t even know about it.
Love the Storyteller. Especially what they have done with the Volta.
Charley is sooo cute! She must be used to van life!
we took her on a month long road trip last summer so she knows her way around an adventure van.
More Kate please!!! We are missing her!!!
Joe, where do you get the Storyteller coffee mug and the beast long sleeve T-shirt in the video? thanks!
Well Kait just put the Storyteller stickers on the cup - all of Storyteller’s mech is here: www.storytelleroverland.com/shop/camper-van-blue-shirt/?
@@Weretherussos thanks joe!
Love this van. Really want to see one in person. Thanks for sharing!! ~carol
You’re welcome Carol.
Another really cool trip. It was so nice to see Charlie again; but, I missed Kate's pretty face. I would say this trip sure gave you distance from people in these trying times. LOL!
The more I see these high tech vans, the more I like the self build ones. Or if you want off road, how about a Jeep and a tent?
How about a backpack and a tarp? Your feet will take you on trails where motorized vehicles aren't allowed. There are minimalist options, adventure vans and everything in between for all types of customers!
@@TB-em6dy why not just walk around naked and sleep on the ground? Tarps and backpacks are for wimps.
did you ran out of content you did this exact video, Camper Van Road Trip California Coast | Van Life S2:E24 last year WTF
The scenery is still awesome; it is hard to find such a remote place. I totally enjoyed this a second time.
So what was your thoughts on the shower? Functional? Enough room? Water temp and pressure? Place to put your toiletries inside the shower? Just curious......
It worked really well for us. I use it in this video so you might get a better idea: th-cam.com/video/4nOviQKS_fc/w-d-xo.html
Where were you guys at? Not worth the $$ your rig is the best option
What was the name of the beer/coffee drink? Always look for snakes under your vehicle in the desert.
Great looking camper-van but it seems kinda cramped for two people to function fully on long journeys and longer living.
It's still a class B, there will be compromises with that kind of RV.
I like the bed. Have been thinking about one on one side, but both sides look good. I prefer a longer van.
That rough dirt road you went down would be like a super highway to a well-set-up Jeep.
Try sleeping, showering, pooping, cooking, and working in Jeep.
@@XLC-zd8dn LOL
How does the power of this engine compare to Ford eco boost 3.5?
The Eco boost is a far superior engine in terms of power.
Looks like alot of fun
I have to say this vehicle fits you two about 100 times more than that other thing you bought. We had a popup camper and it was not easy to deal with. Essentially that's what you have, a popup camper on a tank. If you break a leg, good luck getting inside. I'm sorry to say but IMHO that was a bad choice.
All that matters, is that like it.
The off-roading looks pretty capable! I wouldn’t push it too far but this is impressive!
What is the ground clearance on that bad boy and how is the overall handling, on and off road, compared to the regular MODE?
I don't know what the clearance is but the handling is better on road than the standard 4x4 Sprinter. Smoother and less sway going through corners. We've never taken one off road so we can't compare it to the Beast. That said, from what others have told us the difference is night and day.
Nice. No Kate in pics ☹️🐶🙋♀️💐
My concern with the Beast is the volume of water it carries. With showers and cooking how many days can you boondock with 2 people before going in for a water refill?
Depends on how you use it. We’ve gone a week which includes two showers per person. That said you’re getting wet, shutting the water off, soaping up and then rinsing.
I noticed you found a spot for the Berkey, nice . We take ours every time we go camping, love it. Bought it after I started watching you guys right after you got in the Hymer. Saw it and had to have it, best investment ever! Oh and thanks to Kait, I got the Instant Pot too!
I did the same with the Berkey and Instant Pot. But, also bought a Hymer Activ 2.0. 😊
How tall are you? Is the interior height really 6’3”?
Joe, thanks for the video. It is always good to see you guys back in a van. I still think you will be back in one soon. I love the Storyteller Beast Mode.
Just out of curiosity Joe WTR; what kind of cooking method is in here ?? Induction top or ?? Thanks, Deb
It has an induction cooktop.
where did you park your truck camper
At our family’s house.
Kait is MIA.
Looks like alot of fun. Very nice set up for sure. the paint scheme needs a huge redo . Looks like a van from the 70's on paint. i am sure they can do better. thanks for sharing as it was fun to watch.
Loving these videos I subscribed over 3 weeks ago been watching some of your old ones too
Is that mid wheel or long wheel base?
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How was it driving with the upgraded suspension? I know you have been in the Classic mode.
It’s definitely better than the standard 4x4 Sprinter.
AC, how do survive in your popup camper with no AC? I keep flip flopping if I can survive without AC.
On extremely hot days it’s difficult but most of the time we don’t need AC
Oh man, that’s my dream van. Unfortunately not my wife’s. I might get by with a fixed cassette toilet like the Revel but she stopped watching when she saw the little portable.😂 So I need to win the lottery so I can buy this single-me van and a married-me van with a real bathroom.😂
I wonder about the handling of the Mercedes high roof vans, as they look to have a very high center of gravity. What are your thoughts on its driveability in high winds and, also, it cornering characteristics? Enjoy your channel.
Would be great to get a response to this question.
What ? Joe can't work a camera ?
Great video! We have talked about maybe getting a camper van one day and take it around places we can’t bring the RV! Great video and thanks for sharing! ~ Maggie and Brandon
Neet rig! What kind of fuel mileage do you typically see? Where was this shot?
Yay 1st one! See you guys at Big Bear!
Cool. See you there!
Like the camping locations you find and please keep letting us know what you eat on the move.
Great content, thanks for being part of our community.
That was just crazy fun. And that dog, well, he is just SO GREAT
Lose the stripes then its a perfect vehicle.
Take them off yourself
Loving the Overland Van. But the sticker shock is killing me.
Saw you guys on 1-10 just outside Sonora. Cool Van!
Hi David - that must have been someone else. We're currently in Southern CA.
@@Weretherussos must be a look a like then. The only reason I found this page because I googled the boy and his beast sticker. Van looked exactly the same. Was on Monday morning in West Texas. Good luck to you guys, looks fun.
Hey David - these are production vans so it's very likely you saw another Beast Mode out in the wild!
Love both the mugs. Where can I get those?
Great camera work!
A really impressive vehicle, but it seems a bit top heavy. I once rolled a Volkswagon van and so I am kind of paranoid about such things.
Great looking van.
Great video..🖒🖒
So sweet the Charley!!! sorry but not understand what/where is the beast mode...
Does Storyteller Overland offer this in a longer wheelbase? A little bit more room would be nice. It also would be nice to have this on the new Ford AWD Transit. Much lower cost of ownership.
Could you place a link for the French Press? Very cool, and not as delicate as the traditional ones.
Here you go amzn.to/30f6xwT
Thank you!
I sold my "4x4" sprinter after it tipped over trying to go over a log. These tall sprinters are NOT 4x4 vehicles, they are a 4x4 hazard, no wonder everyone is selling them, doesn't take long to realize how useless they are.