Thanks for showing some of your gear. Thought about getting a car carrier as it definitely would free up some space and allow me to carry that extra gear I recently stored in Kentucky. I'd like the freedom to stealth camp more as it gives me more options instead of always having to find a legal camping spot. Generally when I have all my gear with me I put some water proof boxes outside of my vehicle so I have room to sleep. Now I have enough room to keep all my gear in the vehicle and car camp as well.

I like seeing where other people camp because I can maybe camp there in the future. That marina parking lot would be great for me if I ever wanted to visit New York City or Long Island. How far is that spot from Manhattan, miles and minutes? I've stealth camped in parking lots where boat ramps are located. Those are also going to be 24 hour parking areas. Also stealth camped in a train station parking lot in northern Indiana. As you can see, with experience, you will be able to find free spots to camp pretty easily and safely and be saving lots of money. I love living rent free! Need to save money for car repairs and eventually another car when this one wears out. I probably will upgrade to an RV that is a larger size van with a kitchen, sleeping space and a shower, or a regular van when that happens. I really like my Xterra though.

I don't think they can sell out the MPL Fest, as you can always find a place to set up a tent or car camp. They would have to have a thousand people show up to worry about filling up the place. I met you last year, but we didn't really get a chance to talk. I remember you because you are a celebrity and you don't remember me because I'm an introvert that kind of blends into the background.

Van nomading is always a work in progress. I'm constantly looking for ways to improve with space saving gear. I am finding though that I need way less the longer I do this.