@@dougmarder Regardless, he could either use the microtrax teeth to grab the cord, or use a eye hook with a knot which is pretty funny. Utilizing the microtrax teeth to hold up a table would be really cool though
I love that pull off overlooking Donner. I spent many a preseason sunrise right there with my coffee when I lived in Truckee...the lightning was always perfect. These videos are bringing up all the best vibes; thank you much, Cody! Edit: the van is killer too, lol!
You guys absolutely killed this build. The layout is great and all of the skier touches make it perfect. How is the stability with the van being lifted and on off-road tires on the highway?
Cody, you did an excellent job presenting your van, the Salomon crew is lucky to have you as part of the team. Easy to see the value you must be bringing the product and marketing teams.
wow this wan is more geared than a swiss army knife. Well done to the builders. Looks like it worth more than an actual house ahah. You are a lucky man. Keep up the good work Cody this serie is amazing.
I have a winter van as well. I would love to see a follow up video after you have used the van for a few seasons. Any things you figured out, features you added, or removed? I am always looking for good ideas for our van and there is not much content for true ski/snowboard vans.
Ha, so many of these ideas are what I've been slowly building into my 2005 Merc T1N 4x4 Sprinter over the last few years. I have a similar background to the guys at Alpine and also love skiing, so maybe I shouldn't be surprised there are similarities in the ideas (mine has just been built in an 'I am much poorer' way!😊). L-Track is great stuff, I have it everywhere and also designed everything to be removable, that way I can haul the dirt bike and sports bikes that I race when not skiing and use the same track for tie down points. Also brilliant for flexible tie downs of all sorts of random stuff when in 'just a general van' mode.
Awesome! Love the set up! We’ve been full time in a 40’ Class A for over a year now. Being able to take your home to any mountain you want is awesome. I’m already planning out this years ski season! Can’t wait. Congrats on the killer van!
What do you do for going to the toilet and having a proper wash like a shower? The longer wheel base sprinters you can fit bathrooms in, would of made more sense when there’s no services stations for miles when in mountainous areas.
I just got a van, I live in Tahoe. I had to get one of those Diesel heaters! Those things are life-changing, I need to build a closet like yours though. I have some good boot/glove/helmet dryer system so far. A second ceiling fan would be sweet, I need to but out more windows in mine too. My girlfriend wants that flarespace for ours.
Nice for a custom build. Fairly utilitarian from the many I see. Not a diesel fan for cold and high altitude overnighting, though. Any issues with the diesel furnaces, yet? I prefer Propex propane furnaces, and I just doubled up with 13,000btu for those subzero nights. Like that you installed respectible solar. I did add a 20amp dc to dc charger for those cloudy short days to charge on the drive. You need a low watt microwave!-')
This looks great and I especially love that you mounted the cabinets on a rail system. But… it’s pretty much a standard European van conversion in terms of layout 🤷♂️
For anyone wondering the quick difference in AWD vs 4WD. AWD: Always on, no choice whether all 4 wheels spin or not. 4WD: Selectable, you can engage all 4 wheels when you want rather than all the time.
Cody are you tuning your quiver on the road? I imagine your skis are getting beat to hell, are you able to wax, PTEX, and sharpen easily with this setup?
Amazing build! For someone who dreams of spending winters in a van like this skiing everyday, the only thing missing is a crapper and a shower. Cant wait for the new episodes.
Thanx for sharing, very inspiring!! We have ordered a KABE van (will be delivered in October, planning to spend some time in the Alps). Some things I want to upgrade is the table top and kitchen counter (white laminat) and also mount a drop-down outdoor table. I really like yours, what kind of wood do you have? 🙏⛷😊Best Johan
That roof needs Starlink for some serious Netflix and chill moments with Bjarne! 😂
The drop-down outdoor table is such a fun little addition. Using a brand-name Petzl Micro-Trac for a 2 pound table is a hilarious little flex :P.
Yeah, definitely a flex, but if I ever forget to pack one for a glacier trip I know where to find one!
4:16 I love that he’s using a Petzl Microtrax with a stopper knot just for the style points when an eye hook would work. Totally my style 😂
eyehooks rattle
Not a stopper knot. That's a halyard hitch. Aaarrrggh.
@@dougmarder Regardless, he could either use the microtrax teeth to grab the cord, or use a eye hook with a knot which is pretty funny. Utilizing the microtrax teeth to hold up a table would be really cool though
@@dougmarder the connection points are halyards. The section that abuts the microtrax is a stopper
I lost my shit when you showed the drying closet. Genius.
The Micro-traxion table setup is just the cherry on top. A dream build for any skier!
lawl the micro traxion made me laugh
the captain chairs turning around for the table it so sweet
Wow, great build...and the drying closet is a fantastic idea, love it! And the L-Track pushes everything over the top...very rad!
Thank you man.
For your next bonus episode, it would be awesome to see behind the scenes of filming everything + what camera gear you guys use!
Love that as soon as you open the door the shoutout to the builders goes out
I love that pull off overlooking Donner. I spent many a preseason sunrise right there with my coffee when I lived in Truckee...the lightning was always perfect. These videos are bringing up all the best vibes; thank you much, Cody!
Edit: the van is killer too, lol!
Dream van! I like how there's still enough room for his giant moustache
Love that drying closet. Perfect for any mountianeer!
You guys absolutely killed this build. The layout is great and all of the skier touches make it perfect. How is the stability with the van being lifted and on off-road tires on the highway?
The van has the Stage 4.3 suspension upgrade from Vancompass- it’s pretty surefooted.
A drip tray to a spout out under the van from the wardrobe like the ski rack would be a sweet touch.
Great to see the van was built how you need it - even though it costs. A quality outcome.
this is the sickest van I've ever seen Cody!!!!
I bet Honnold _loves_ this Van. 👍
(Although his is pretty cool too, for his personal needs.)
Cody, you did an excellent job presenting your van, the Salomon crew is lucky to have you as part of the team. Easy to see the value you must be bringing the product and marketing teams.
wow this wan is more geared than a swiss army knife. Well done to the builders. Looks like it worth more than an actual house ahah.
You are a lucky man. Keep up the good work Cody this serie is amazing.
Definitely lucky. Thanks.
Love the design, everything from the layout, details, color, graphics, it’s all impeccable style
Thanks man
Missed opening line pun opportunity: "Bonus Dias"
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I have a winter van as well. I would love to see a follow up video after you have used the van for a few seasons. Any things you figured out, features you added, or removed? I am always looking for good ideas for our van and there is not much content for true ski/snowboard vans.
Ha, so many of these ideas are what I've been slowly building into my 2005 Merc T1N 4x4 Sprinter over the last few years. I have a similar background to the guys at Alpine and also love skiing, so maybe I shouldn't be surprised there are similarities in the ideas (mine has just been built in an 'I am much poorer' way!😊). L-Track is great stuff, I have it everywhere and also designed everything to be removable, that way I can haul the dirt bike and sports bikes that I race when not skiing and use the same track for tie down points. Also brilliant for flexible tie downs of all sorts of random stuff when in 'just a general van' mode.
For some reason this was surprisingly entertaining
I think it is because Cody really likes his van. And he should, really well thought out.
So jealous of this van, mate. So jealous. I need this.
Awesome! Love the set up! We’ve been full time in a 40’ Class A for over a year now. Being able to take your home to any mountain you want is awesome. I’m already planning out this years ski season! Can’t wait. Congrats on the killer van!
Beautiful! Thanks for letting us use your parking spot by the way, see you out there :)
I AM SO FIRED UP YOU GOT A VAN!! this season of the fifty is going to be AMAZING!!
What do you do for going to the toilet and having a proper wash like a shower? The longer wheel base sprinters you can fit bathrooms in, would of made more sense when there’s no services stations for miles when in mountainous areas.
Kudos on the Kalles Kaviar in the fridge, well played!
Simply amazing to call that place home!
Ha! Artwork by Leighan Falley maybe the best part of that awesome setup. Cool to see the alpine community is that small.
Loving the 50 project even if it is taking a while, it’s one of the few things keeping me sane whilst I can’t get to any slopes because of corona
This is sweet!! Any idea where the ski racks are from? We’ve been dying to find something similar for our van
I love it! Just purchased a RV but still would love to have this for my New England ski tours. Definitely going to look into. Let the snow fly!
that mini traxion with a stopper knot is neat
Awesome setup
That’s a truck with the bed enclosed ;-).
The best thing I think is the short wheel base, air compressor, 4WD, and heaters.
NICE!!!
Great idea using L-Track for removable cabinetry.
Dude, this is INSANELY LEGIT 😂❤
I just got a van, I live in Tahoe. I had to get one of those Diesel heaters! Those things are life-changing, I need to build a closet like yours though. I have some good boot/glove/helmet dryer system so far.
A second ceiling fan would be sweet, I need to but out more windows in mine too.
My girlfriend wants that flarespace for ours.
Amazing build :) Just a quick note from the french : coup de gras means hit by grease, coup de grace (pronounced grass) == cherry on top
Ah merci!
Doooood. Coup de grace != "cherry on top."
Unless one craves nothing more than the sweet mercy of death.
Awesome van Cody! Sweet ski rack! 👍
Any idea where it's from? Looking for something for our van!
Quality van, built for purpose! Have a great season Cody.
That's a great setup! Perfect for those intense adventures and some better nights sleep I'm sure!
Thanks for sharing, Cody. The drying closet is top, wood engraving adds soul to the van. Well thought. Enjoy winter 2021!
UNREAL!! I’m so impressed!
So dope. Giving Bjarne a run for his money!
Paint job is sick!
Epic! Great job. Now onto the truck stop showers!
Love the van. That drying closet is such a great feature! Concerning the drying closet, where is the humid air coming out of the closet from? Thanks!
Was wondering the same - leave closet door open?
the warming closet....top tier
Thanks Cody- that was fantastic.
Amazing build. I am envious. Can you provide details on the products used to make the fold out guest bed?
Do you even have power bruh? Cody - "Hold my Redbull..."
Very well thought out and executed build. Love all the personal touches!
The wait was worth it - just creamed!
This van is goals, sick video
Alright Cody, it's Fall, I'm ready for the new episodes...😁
Sick graphics inside & out bro!
Nice for a custom build. Fairly utilitarian from the many I see. Not a diesel fan for cold and high altitude overnighting, though. Any issues with the diesel furnaces, yet? I prefer Propex propane furnaces, and I just doubled up with 13,000btu for those subzero nights. Like that you installed respectible solar. I did add a 20amp dc to dc charger for those cloudy short days to charge on the drive. You need a low watt microwave!-')
This looks great and I especially love that you mounted the cabinets on a rail system. But… it’s pretty much a standard European van conversion in terms of layout 🤷♂️
For anyone wondering the quick difference in AWD vs 4WD.
AWD: Always on, no choice whether all 4 wheels spin or not.
4WD: Selectable, you can engage all 4 wheels when you want rather than all the time.
That…and the fact that 4wd is synonymous with a locking differential/transfer case while AWD does not.
I wish you the best of luck with the diesel Espars in winter. I would love to hear your thoughts on them come spring.
Wow very cool van.
Nice! Any more info on the drain for the ski rack? Did they just install a tube going from the rack out a hole in the van floor?
Sick build
Hmm, no potty/black water? I'd need that. Otherwise cool build. Love the clothes dryer and wet ski storage!
Nice!!!! The creature comforts look good!
Cody are you tuning your quiver on the road? I imagine your skis are getting beat to hell, are you able to wax, PTEX, and sharpen easily with this setup?
Amazing build! For someone who dreams of spending winters in a van like this skiing everyday, the only thing missing is a crapper and a shower. Cant wait for the new episodes.
This video contains crib tour vibes
Sweet Van!
Been waiting for this one! Love the van! Extremely jealous...
living the dream brother
Amazing ! I'm currently building and arranging my own van... Can't say it looks as good as yours ahah
Super rad build
bro im so jealous need me one of those
thought the truck was pretty cool, this looks even warmer! awesome. Can't wait to see the next 50 project vids
Very cool !
did you add boot warmers 12 volt to your drying closet ? if so what brand please
You need a RUX! would be a rad storage option.
Such a tight build for winter missions. The bonus seat/bed is perfect, who manufactures that unit?
Holy crap this van is so efficient
This that ski movie money🤤
I was >>this
The van has the Stage 4.3 suspension upgrade from Vancompass- it’s pretty surefooted.
Yea yea this is cool… SHOWING SOME MORE SUMMITS
Such a Dream van! 💛
Thanx for sharing, very inspiring!! We have ordered a KABE van (will be delivered in October, planning to spend some time in the Alps). Some things I want to upgrade is the table top and kitchen counter (white laminat) and also mount a drop-down outdoor table. I really like yours, what kind of wood do you have?
🙏⛷😊Best Johan
Nice detail
Stach going STRONG these days Cody
wowzer. That is one comfy van. Can I rent it on outdoorsy? hehe
For you buddy…sure thing.
What’s the brand of the foam core plywood? Also, what insulation did you use for the walls, ceiling, floor?
love the music - nice touch to the usual EDM. The real question is what brand is that sick shirt?
Love the closet. Curious: What was the main driver for propane over induction? Cold draining batteries or space taken up by extra batteries?
Gas is easier to cook with I find. Induction can be awesome but wanted this specific dometic sink / stove combo for space saving and it was propane.
Van looks nice man! Thats not the shortest one they do though, unless you don't get the SWB in the states?
I'll wash that van 5 times if you post a new Fiddy video.
How about on October 5th you can wash it and on October 6th I'll post a new Fifty video?
Where does the drying cabinet vent out?
Amazing video and van
Is there any way you can elaborate on the foam core wood. I searched and can't find anywhere. Wanting to use that for my DYI conversion van?