Salut James. Moi aussi, j'ai un X-Trail de 310 000 km et je compte voyager en Europe avec ce véhicule. Economique (7,5 litres / 100 km) et fiable, très bon choix ! Bonne route ...
Interesting! Same car, but I have a really good inflatable tramping mattress which a) has a much lower profile i.e. more room between platform & roof b) is as comfortable as your mattress (possibly more as designed to be on hard lumpy ground?) c) can easily be put away inflated or deflated (depending on storage options d) is featherweight & more manoueverable e) is waterproof (see spare tyre challenges in the rain!) I have an alumium camping kitchen table with undercupboards/mesh zip front & back access set up in back tied to car inside anchor points - can't use top in a low ceiling, but can store pillows, foldup seats etc on top, and plastc containers underneath, plus the cupboards are roomy for clothes & other gear. (I use packing "pods" so I can quickly pull out good clothes, walking clothes, hats & gloves, etc) without having to take out everything to find something. My car comes with a false floor in the cargo area & a slide out drawer one side (cooking utensils etc) & cavity on the other - 2 burner stove awaiting a slide-out, but still good for travel storage until then. I would also love the extra room of a van, BUT it is the comfy drive over several hours + 4wd that keeps me with the X-trail - explored adding a pop-top roof but it would have to be custom-made. Main disadvantages: a) I haven't overcome having access to the spare wheel if I have a puncture! The tyres are huge & v/heavy else I would explore adding it outside on the rear hatch? Or some fold-down rack on the roof?? b) the need for an awning or tarp on the side doors when it is raining - more tricky keeping the inside dry with doors that open out! Hope you have a good experience travelling with your X-Trail.
I'm wanting to do similar here in the USA. On a budget. Thanks for your ideas. I also am exploring the RUclips journey, too! Good luck in your travels!
Kudos on your first video. Very thorough and insightful. I’ve got a 2004 x-trail and thinking of doing something similar. It’s a tossup between what you’ve done or a rooftop tent. Thanks for the detailed video, good luck with your travels
Great choice of car (I've owned my 2005 DCi Sport nearly 8 years now although haven't camped out in it yet) and a great camper set up too. Liking the wind deflectors and the insulated window shades. Good luck with the world travel and the youtube channel.
Bro i have the same car as you but a year older t30 im from the philippines and i want to camp also so gladly i see your video and got some ideas keep posting and goodluck on your journey ahead..
G'day from Downunda [Aus] James. Your 2006 Xtrail back seats go flat? My 2011 are about 45 degrees. The fridge plug is also on the left, with the bed on the left, the fridge will have to go on the right back. I was planning a Microwave, and a kettle, an a couple of lighting batteries charged by the alt and solar panels. I'm an o'night, 2 dayer or weakender😉 When did the Uk, chage to left hand drive? My Dad named his 1961 holden sedan Bertha. My Hi Ace was Bertina. My Iload was Gertie the Xtrail is Heapa [sh*t] but, then I'm 68. Not bad for a 'first' vid m8, you'l get better wid experience
I have a 'Gas' (petrol) 2006 one too....called Xena. Do MASSES of camping in her around Vancouver Island, Vancouver and the Interior, BC, CANADA....but LOVE your conversation.
Please continue sharing you journey i love the authenticity of it.
Overlanding is where comfort meets the wild. It's a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Salut James. Moi aussi, j'ai un X-Trail de 310 000 km et je compte voyager en Europe avec ce véhicule. Economique (7,5 litres / 100 km) et fiable, très bon choix ! Bonne route ...
Interesting!
Same car, but
I have a really good inflatable tramping mattress which
a) has a much lower profile i.e. more room between platform & roof
b) is as comfortable as your mattress (possibly more as designed to be on hard lumpy ground?)
c) can easily be put away inflated or deflated (depending on storage options
d) is featherweight & more manoueverable
e) is waterproof (see spare tyre challenges in the rain!)
I have an alumium camping kitchen table with undercupboards/mesh zip front & back access set up in back tied to car inside anchor points - can't use top in a low ceiling, but can store pillows, foldup seats etc on top, and plastc containers underneath, plus the cupboards are roomy for clothes & other gear. (I use packing "pods" so I can quickly pull out good clothes, walking clothes, hats & gloves, etc) without having to take out everything to find something.
My car comes with a false floor in the cargo area & a slide out drawer one side (cooking utensils etc) & cavity on the other - 2 burner stove awaiting a slide-out, but still good for travel storage until then.
I would also love the extra room of a van, BUT it is the comfy drive over several hours + 4wd that keeps me with the X-trail - explored adding a pop-top roof but it would have to be custom-made.
Main disadvantages:
a) I haven't overcome having access to the spare wheel if I have a puncture! The tyres are huge & v/heavy else I would explore adding it outside on the rear hatch? Or some fold-down rack on the roof??
b) the need for an awning or tarp on the side doors when it is raining - more tricky keeping the inside dry with doors that open out!
Hope you have a good experience travelling with your X-Trail.
Would love a video of this setup - trying to improve my xtrail set up too!
Good luck, broski.
I'm wanting to do similar here in the USA. On a budget. Thanks for your ideas. I also am exploring the RUclips journey, too! Good luck in your travels!
Kudos on your first video. Very thorough and insightful. I’ve got a 2004 x-trail and thinking of doing something similar. It’s a tossup between what you’ve done or a rooftop tent. Thanks for the detailed video, good luck with your travels
Great choice of car (I've owned my 2005 DCi Sport nearly 8 years now although haven't camped out in it yet) and a great camper set up too. Liking the wind deflectors and the insulated window shades. Good luck with the world travel and the youtube channel.
Looks amazing James! Good luck for your big adventure!
Bro i have the same car as you but a year older t30 im from the philippines and i want to camp also so gladly i see your video and got some ideas keep posting and goodluck on your journey ahead..
Cracking video I have a 2007 xtrail t30 converted complete with solar panel power panel in the back mobile internet curtains second battery etc
Looks good, I just subscribed looking forward to seeing this develop.
I am so proud of this adventure you’re taking. I pray you get the best out of your journey. Cheers mate
Great choice of suv 4x4's. Nissans are great vehicles.
G'day from Downunda [Aus] James. Your 2006 Xtrail back seats go flat? My 2011 are about 45 degrees. The fridge plug is also on the left, with the bed on the left, the fridge will have to go on the right back. I was planning a Microwave, and a kettle, an a couple of lighting batteries charged by the alt and solar panels. I'm an o'night, 2 dayer or weakender😉 When did the Uk, chage to left hand drive? My Dad named his 1961 holden sedan Bertha. My Hi Ace was Bertina. My Iload was Gertie the Xtrail is Heapa [sh*t] but, then I'm 68. Not bad for a 'first' vid m8, you'l get better wid experience
I have a 'Gas' (petrol) 2006 one too....called Xena. Do MASSES of camping in her around Vancouver Island, Vancouver and the Interior, BC, CANADA....but LOVE your conversation.
hope the x trail did you well and you had fun. good on ya!
I have a 2014 Xtrail. this is neat. thanks!
Good luck, look forward to seeing more of your travels.
Hoping your gas bottle didn’t leak. It really should be secured in a separate box with venting at the bottom out of your vehicle
Can’t wait to follow your journey xx
I’m thinking of doing the same to my 18 Xtrail but il be adding a roof box tent.
Awesome video. Where'd you find the mattress for the vehicle?
Best of journey. Ramdev Pal
Are u still traveling East. It’s sep 25 2022. Just curious.
Very nice
good luck .
No more trips in your car ?
Enjoy 😊
Do you know where you got your roof bars from?
Great vehicle. I have an 05 2.2 diesel over 182K with no problems
I know this guy!
Call her Freedom