018 Strange Ways to Cook, Iowa 80, No Slip Gel Mat, Water Filter Alternative, Lost In a Swamp

Why not cook weird? We explore ways to cook without the normal things, including some without heat! We'll also talk about the two-container system for filter-free fresh water, a review of the Tree Frog Gel Mat no slip surface, invite you visit Iowa 80, and relay a story of getting lost in the Everglades. 

• COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus 
  
  
  
  


• Strange Ways to Cook
  
  
  • It's not cheap, but if you want to cook with the sun, this thing is amazing.
  
  
  • GoSun Solar Cooker: https://amzn.to/2XmoV6m
  
  
  • Cook with your engine? No problem! Hot Pot: https://amzn.to/34jN8eY
  
  
  • Cook with chemicals? Kinilaw! 
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• TECH TALK: No Filter Fresh Water 
  
  • Instead of going to the trouble of installing a water filter, consider the two-tank system. 
  
  
  
  

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  • A PLACE TO VISIT: Iowa 80
    
    • The world's largest truck stop!
    
    
    • Be sure to visit the museum.
    
    
    • https://iowa80truckstop.com/
      
      
      
      

       

      
      
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • TALES FROM THE ROAD: Can I sell you some swamp land in Florida? I now know where they store it.
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • PRODUCT REVIEW: Leap Frog No Slip Gel Pad
    
    • This large sheet of no slip gel will keep your things secure as you drive around. But be careful what it comes in contact with!
    
    
    • From Iowa 80
      
      
      
      
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Q&A - Will This Vehicle Work??
    
    • Yes! And here's the proof right here: Smart Car Camper