I'm a trucker so FYI if you get a free card from Love's, flying J, pilot or other truck stops once you fill up with certain amount of fuel you automatically get a free shower. Plus you get credits that accumulate that you can purchase anything from there except cigarettes and beer. And yes I've given free showers to some people even a mom who had a kid that threw up on themselves lol. Stay safe out there chica. Peace out
Reina - Have to agree with you on this. We recently purchased a small tear drop trailer and on our first stop to the nearby Camping World we were encouraged to sign up for a free Good Sam Club membership. They are connect to Love's and have good benefits, such as showers etc.
Great video, thank you. I personally have showered at carwashes, traveling during summer, just put on swimsuit to wash car and wash myself at the same time, shampoo and all, very refreshing, best places are the old carwashes in small rural towns as long as they still exist! Just make sure you are on rinse cycle only, no wax etc..LOLOLOL
I’m a guy more than old enough to be your father, but have picked up pointers from you for my plans to hit the road this next year now that I’m retired. You are a very intelligent young woman, and have a lot of courage too.
I love these videos. As a middle-aged person who has almost no retirement savings, I look at these as tutorials for my future. At some point, I'll need to find a lower cost way to live, and these are great tips. I'm not afraid of the future. I do believe that life can still be rewarding and fun if you are open to different ideas. Thanks, Hobo Ahle.
Adam Schoedel I have 4 more years before I retire and chances are this is it. I will retire with just the Social Security. I watch a lot of these videos for the very reason. I hope to have some land to park on, at least in the hot summer months of AZ. and move around AZ in the winter months. For this life style, I'll have a home-based and that's all I need. :)
All the major truck stop chains have showers (loves, flying J, pilot, petro ). All the drivers have an abundance of free shower credits on their fuel card. If you hang out by the door to the fuel island and ask a driver for a shower they will happily get one for you. This is a common practice among drivers. All the showers have towels and soap.
Great tips, just because we live in cars doesn't mean we have to stink or not be hygienic! Lol! You look awesome! Loving the dark hair, brings out all your beautiful features.
Hobo Ahle What's the name of your biodegradable shampoo? That way I can see if the average store carries the shampoo. Thank you for this video. Been thinking about the different ways to stay clean while on the road. Lol.
@@lakegeorgeloyalist2151 y centers don't usually accept members from other Y centers, they charge a fee. There are chains that do allow travelling members, and some are 24 Hours.
Planet Fitness is $10/mon for one and only one location. It’s $20/mon for universal access to thousands of PF locations across the country. Plus an annual fee. Totally worth it considering how many there are. I have several around me here in NYC.
Hi, I'm from the future, there's this new disease ravaging the world and it has caused the entire world to shut down, which means everything is closed especially gyms.
I lived out of my car, in a tent in the desert in Arizona for 5 months. Easiest way to get clean minus blowing dust... was a gallon bucket and a good scrubdown. The awkwardness went away by day two as we were far away from anyone else!
@@anotherworld8841 Arizona is full of BLM land. There are national monuments, national preservation areas, national wildlife areas... I know it's been a while since you commented, but maybe someone else will benefit from this. If all else fails, go to Quartzsite in the winter and meet the 2 million visitors who will pass through. You'll find lots of enthusiastic nomads who are eager to share their knowledge and expertise.
Great video, Ahle! You can also purchase a black cement mixer tub at Home Depot or Lowe’s-they are made of extra thick black plastic & you find them in the building materials section of the store. I use one for showers inside my conversion van (using black out curtains for the van’s windows); I simply have a collapsible stool in the middle of the cement mixer tub & use two bottles of water I put on the dash of the van to warm up from the sun. Then, I use Dr. Bronner’s soap, since it rinses off easily & simply either take sponge bath or a navy shower (get a little wet and lather up with soap & then rinse off). My preference is the dog sprayer that fits any water bottle top and acts as a shower, but, I’ve also used my converted garden sprayer, like your setup. I can usually shower with less than a gallon of water that way. And, I can dispose of the water outside, since Dr. Bronner’s soap won’t harm the environment.
Good list covered everywhere I use and more. One thing I do instead of water is use rubbing alcohol and paper towels. It evaporates quickly, sterilizes and goes a long way. I use rubbing alcohol instead of water for most of cleaning of everything in the van no messy water spills and dries quickly.
I bought a Zodi Extreme shower on Amazon. This way i can have a HOT shower if i want. Albeit a brief shower. Also bought a pop-up shower tent. Simple. Works for me. Stay safe out there.
I got another one for you, most major cities have public bicycle rack rentals that have showers for commuters year round or seasonally, viable option that I used for camping outdoors for 2 yrs straight.
You forgot one. Once when I was working out of town and staying in my van at Walmart I really wanted/needed a shower. It was a small town and there weren't many options. It was the middle of summer and I needed a shower now. I pulled in to the local self-service car wash, opened my side doors and for $1.50 to start took a shower at the car wash. It wasn't that bad and with the free wax, it was a lifesaver. Just don't pull the trigger on the wand. Trust me on that one.
If your looking for a shower at a truck stop, like loves, TA, etc., just find a driver who has a shower ticket already and ask him/her to go to the fuel cashier and ask for an extra team shower. The team shower is free. So, no worries about not having an extra shower on card. Just show fuel cashier a shower ticket and ask for an extra team shower. I usually offer a buck or two. It's a lot cheaper than spending $12.00 for a shower. Be safe, and God bless!
helllurrr internet people, here's a list of 10 places I've used to shower on this car living adventure. 👽 share yours by leaving a comment! For THE FULL list of 13+ PLACES check out www.hoboahle.com/places-to-shower/ also... timestamp 1 0:49 2 1:58 3 2:11 4 2:57 5 3:47 6 5:24 7 5:36 8 6:11 9 6:50 10 7:18
I've got a sit down shower built in the back of my van. Six gallon propane water heater... Best thing ever. Gave up a little space but I'd rather have shower. Granted my van is 138" wheelbase. If you got the space, do it.
What type of van do you have? I've been trying to figure out how to do this in a van that isn't a sprinter. Maybe adding on a topper to am econoline 250? I'm excited to plan for van life...but like really need to figure out shower/bath toilet inside the van ideas. That is priority to me.
@@hello_04 if u r asking me?? I have an e150..but since i wrote this my van is slowly falling apart n i may have to rethink some things..new van? Fix this old one? Love the older ones.. either way..toilet shower is a must.
I think one of the best suggestions is a gym membership,like u said planet fitness $10 a full month is cheaper then 1 loves shower,plus they have steam rooms etc .And it still keeps u independent of family and friends . I think that is best choice for someone living in car in large city areas. You seem to travel more rural areas so solar or natural showers work better for you
On youtube There are outdoor camping builds.. They mount 4 inch black pvs pipe On roof racks... Harbor freight air compressor.. And then shower head... Like your Hudson sprayer set up... Just a lot more water... And if the sun is out you're ready.
Just wanna say thank you. Your videos have really inspired me to leave home and helped my mom feel more supportive on it. I'm excited but terrified. Wish me luck!
Another good place to wash up is gas station bathrooms, the ones where you go inside to get a key so you don't have to worry about someone walking in on you. They usually have a drain in the floor and you just take a large cup or something to pour the water over yourself, your soap and shampoo and can also brush your teeth, shave, etc. Don't spend to much time in there because other people might need to use it to answer the call of nature. I've found that most are pretty clean and also I like to buy something so I'm not just freeloading. Thanks for all your great advice!
A five gallon bucket and swim suit. A bottle of Blue Dawn and half a bar of Irish Spring with a micro fiber cleaning cloth. Car repair shops often have water spigots between bays so just before sundown you put on your swim suit and fill up your bucket with water and there in front or on the side of your vehicle you soap down and rinse. If you get one of those child’s blow up swim pool, you can put it on the floor of your van, put your five gallon bucket with water and suds up and rinse. The pool will keep most of the water and then when you’re done, dump the water right where you’re parked.
Check out Norwex body cloths. They have silver in the cloths and you just use them wet. No soap required. I live in a house and haven't used soap for 4 months now. No stink-age. A quick wipe down with these are way better than baby wipes too. Plus you don't have to keep buying them. Love your videos!
Showering at others homes, bring a small doorstop with you and tuck it under the door after shutting the door. It’s not going to stop someone completely, but slow them down enough to give you a moment to prepare for what may happen.
When I was on the road the baby wipe method I would put rubbing alcohol right into the bag, cleans and disinfects, squeeky clean without leaving the baby wipe film. Also makes a great make up remover.
I recently picked up a Nemo Helio pressurized shower. It sits on the ground and has a foot pump so you don't need to hang it on anything. Great for travel and camping also since it packs down to a really compact size.
Public swimming pools in Sydney are fantastic, a few dollars entry & package prices, all over the city, cold & heated pools, lots of parking, toilets & hot showers 👍🏻
Most of the truck stops have card programs and you can accrue points every time you buy something. In short time you can get enough points for free showers. The showers in the TA/Petros are big and I take my time I even wash some clothes. Just some info. If you drive a car that takes diesel you can earn points quicker.
When my partner & I were on streets for a year waiting for jobs & SSI income to be reprocessed, we used occasional motel room, hospitals (when admitted) , local co-ed shelters (like a Salvation Army) or local gyms a few times. Awkward, yes, as you're commonly dealing with being nude in front of others you don't know, or having strict timing limits on how long/how much water usage to shower. Harrowing experience!! But better than nothing. If anything, when it rains, if you have any privacy ---find a roof corner , strip down to skevies or swimwear & bathe quickly there if you have to ;)
i have a driveway that is stealth for repairs and i run a foster home for pets with just a bathtub and i also am a retired army vet i live in Columbus Georgia- when i was younger i lived in my car - gas was 75 cents a gallon
For the water bottle, there is little showerheads that they sell for water bottles. And I think you might be able to put a standard shower head on a 2 litter soda bottle with a bit of plumber's tape and maybe some hose washers, but not sure how well the threads match.
I was a trucker (still own one), and thing is, I ran hard at times and didn’t wanna stop for 2-3 hours for a shower. But, I kept clean. What I did was every time I went into a bathroom, I would take 5 or 6 big wads of that brown paper and wet them. I would keep a small bottle of body wash in my pocket and use it one or two to wash them one or two to rinse. You get the picture. Worked for me. Then when I had time, I’d go in and take a nice shower. Oh yeah, Sure regular scent spray deodorant under the arms works for me.
when I was planning/considering how to live in a van my pman was to heat water with engine heat, or to build a 4 inch ABS rack on the roof with a short hose. The ABS, being black, would gain solar heat.
Also, at least in Upstate, NY, most of the SUNY Colleges open their sporting buildings early in the morning and you can slide in, shower and leave without anyone even noticing.
When I was teaching at Oregon State University, I discovered that there was a large and mostly unused swimming pool in the basement of one of the buildings. Because sometimes I didn't get to shower at home before class, I would go early and use the locker room and shower. Sometimes I would even get in a few laps in the pool. There was never anyone else there and the locker rooms, well the men's anyway, were huge. Other universities may have similar hidden gems.
If you went early to use the locker room and shower, couldn't you have not left early and showered in the comfort and privacy of your home? Unless you were into the public shower, locker room scene.
yes this! college and universities if you can get access to the locker rooms. when I was in college there was a code but you could ask almost anyone for it. I even had a lock and used one of the lockers in the locker room to keep soap and towels
Major truck stops like flying j, pilot, loves, ta, and petro have very clean and nice showers. They are cleaned and stocked with towels, soap and shampoo after each person uses them. A lot of truckers have like my self have extra free showers and are to give them to people.
Ive been watching these travel videos and if you sign up for a rewards card at the truck stops and fuel up enough times you get a free shower. Unless a truck driver is willing to donate one of their showers
You are doing great and learning quick. Please be safe (I know you are) but remember if you are in a Walmart parking lot or any parking lot (using Stealth), make sure your vehicle is in view of any cameras. The reason is you will always have an eye recording in case someone does decide to cause you and your mate some unwanted problems'. Might be a good idea to get some kind of camera (if you haven't already and other than the laptop), hidden around the exterior of your ride!! Some back-up to cover you. Not implying you haven't. Just, I too have been there and I know what it's like.
Planet Fitness sounds like a great idea plus you can get a daily workout at the same time. Make sure you wear shower shoes though. There are a lot of funky things growing on the floors of gyms that you don't want to catch.
People have probably already mentioned this, but I looked on the Planet Fitness website and the $10 per month is only for a home location membership. The per month rate to use ALL their many locations is over twice that, plus another $40 or so incurred after a year.
I remember seeing Inca bathtub at machu Picchu RUclips ,it's a vertical bucket if you will when in fetal mode completely submerged.Not a lot of water necessary as you displace most on entering.
i belonged to a state wide gym also colleges . i would drive on the campus and act like a student . i would work out and shower . college cafeterias had good prices also . i showered dozens of time at college campuses while traveling never had a problem .
Hi Allie I love your video's they are informing and right to the point you have gotten every one of them except the Laundry mats they usually are a great place to get a shower
Use baby powder lightly rubbed into your scalp while holding your head upside down then let it sit for bit then brush out I wet my brush while brushing it out .it makes my hair clean, fuller and full of bounce
Planet Fitness is only $10 per month as you said but that is for one Club only if you're travel and want to use other clubs the cost is $21.99 per month
Yeah water bottle method is called sponge Bob m/o ,like idea of kiddy pool but smallest type akin to baby tub , possibly foldable doesn't Cabela's have one.
Here in the Philippine Islands,,EVERYONE takes a bath,cold water with their cloths on,,drip dry in the hot sun in 1 hour,,me i have a HOUSE with a shower HOT water,,you can buy a 4 gal sprayer with a pump handle,fill with cold water,set into sun soon you have hot bath,
Warmshowers.org is so cool! Was great on my US and Japan bike tour, not a ton of Japan peeps on the site, but one host was better than none! Great tips!
there are so many creepy comments from creepy dudes on these videos like.....here i am, a girl innocently trying to get tips to use for backpacking and i'm seeing creepy comments from creepy ass dudes who can't get a date in real life. wild.
Guy here, there should be no reason to be drooling over a RUclipsr making useful tip videos. Alot of these comments on her videos are freaking weird, and some creepy.
If you think this chick is actually living in a van you are dumber than a box of fiddlesticks. She probably pulls in a couple grand a month just from this youtube channel and all these drooling guys viewing are making her money so I doubt she cares.
In addition to Planet Fitness consider a membership in the YMCA. They are nationwide, have a good vibe and often an Olympic size swimming pool as well.
The $10 membership at Planet Fitness doesn't let you take showers at any Planet Fitness. Only the one in which you applied for your membership. To be able to use any Planet Fitness around the world, I think it's more like $40 a month.
I'm a trucker so FYI if you get a free card from Love's, flying J, pilot or other truck stops once you fill up with certain amount of fuel you automatically get a free shower. Plus you get credits that accumulate that you can purchase anything from there except cigarettes and beer.
And yes I've given free showers to some people even a mom who had a kid that threw up on themselves lol.
Stay safe out there chica.
Peace out
Reina - Have to agree with you on this. We recently purchased a small tear drop trailer and on our first stop to the nearby Camping World we were encouraged to sign up for a free Good Sam Club membership. They are connect to Love's and have good benefits, such as showers etc.
I actually bought the portable shower pump.. Is like 30 bucks and it has a medium shower head, good water pressure... Works great!
Jose Quevedo , where did you purchase it??
Great video, thank you. I personally have showered at carwashes, traveling during summer, just put on swimsuit to wash car and wash myself at the same time, shampoo and all, very refreshing, best places are the old carwashes in small rural towns as long as they still exist! Just make sure you are on rinse cycle only, no wax etc..LOLOLOL
I’m a guy more than old enough to be your father, but have picked up pointers from you for my plans to hit the road this next year now that I’m retired. You are a very intelligent young woman, and have a lot of courage too.
Courage?
I fully agree Jonathan. I'm also old enough and impressed with her knowledge and outlook.
yes, courage/fortitude/independance
William Branham yes, a young woman out on her own. Hell, I’m an old man, and I feel weary at times.
Hello daddy
I love these videos. As a middle-aged person who has almost no retirement savings, I look at these as tutorials for my future. At some point, I'll need to find a lower cost way to live, and these are great tips. I'm not afraid of the future. I do believe that life can still be rewarding and fun if you are open to different ideas. Thanks, Hobo Ahle.
Adam Schoedel if youre low income try low income apartments you can get an apartment even with no income
Adam Schoedel
I have 4 more years before I retire and chances are this is it. I will retire with just the Social Security. I watch a lot of these videos for the very reason. I hope to have some land to park on, at least in the hot summer months of AZ. and move around AZ in the winter months. For this life style, I'll have a home-based and that's all I need. :)
Adam Schoedel live in Ohio you could live in a mansion for like 5 dollars Lol
@@jeanneh.1197 - all the best to you :)
Great attitude 👍
All the major truck stop chains have showers (loves, flying J, pilot, petro ). All the drivers have an abundance of free shower credits on their fuel card. If you hang out by the door to the fuel island and ask a driver for a shower they will happily get one for you. This is a common practice among drivers. All the showers have towels and soap.
Great tips, just because we live in cars doesn't mean we have to stink or not be hygienic! Lol! You look awesome! Loving the dark hair, brings out all your beautiful features.
💛 Thank you Ms Carolena! Hope you are doing well :)
Hobo Ahle What's the name of your biodegradable shampoo? That way I can see if the average store carries the shampoo.
Thank you for this video. Been thinking about the different ways to stay clean while on the road. Lol.
CoolCat Carolena ii
Get a membership at a Y or other gym you encounter often. Most campgrounds will not let you shower there if you are not a guest.
@@lakegeorgeloyalist2151 y centers don't usually accept members from other Y centers, they charge a fee. There are chains that do allow travelling members, and some are 24 Hours.
another California tip, In Monterey, Ca...the Coast Gaurd Pier has showers inside the restrooms, privacy and 25 cents per 5 minute meter.
Planet Fitness is $10/mon for one and only one location. It’s $20/mon for universal access to thousands of PF locations across the country. Plus an annual fee. Totally worth it considering how many there are. I have several around me here in NYC.
Many of the Planet Fitness locations are 24/7 also.
PF don't have showers LOL
elmosmidlap nope the one on 27th St by Madison square garden doesn't
Beats a hot water bill!
Hi, I'm from the future, there's this new disease ravaging the world and it has caused the entire world to shut down, which means everything is closed especially gyms.
I would probably stick to a fitness center.
@Calon Rocker just don't forget to bring a lock if you want your stuff to be there when you get out of the shower.
@@johnoneal1234 . ¡bring myy shh¡¡¡¡etzhh in d a shade area
**3 years later**
COVID closes all gyms.
@@soulassassin0g The ones in Ohio are opened but I think the California ones are closed. I'm so grateful they opened here.
@@maggie0285 yeah, they're still closed. But there's other gyms that are open and have all their equipment outside, only problem is, no more showers.
I lived out of my car, in a tent in the desert in Arizona for 5 months. Easiest way to get clean minus blowing dust... was a gallon bucket and a good scrubdown. The awkwardness went away by day two as we were far away from anyone else!
Ooooo hope you see this but any stops u recommend for a beginner? I am an Arizona native :)
@@anotherworld8841 not sure what stops you are looking to make? Sleeping? Showering? Travel?
@@Gnarledwolf travel/nature :) or anything that comes up in ur brain as useful
@@anotherworld8841 Arizona is full of BLM land. There are national monuments, national preservation areas, national wildlife areas... I know it's been a while since you commented, but maybe someone else will benefit from this. If all else fails, go to Quartzsite in the winter and meet the 2 million visitors who will pass through. You'll find lots of enthusiastic nomads who are eager to share their knowledge and expertise.
Great video, Ahle! You can also purchase a black cement mixer tub at Home Depot or Lowe’s-they are made of extra thick black plastic & you find them in the building materials section of the store. I use one for showers inside my conversion van (using black out curtains for the van’s windows); I simply have a collapsible stool in the middle of the cement mixer tub & use two bottles of water I put on the dash of the van to warm up from the sun. Then, I use Dr. Bronner’s soap, since it rinses off easily & simply either take sponge bath or a navy shower (get a little wet and lather up with soap & then rinse off). My preference is the dog sprayer that fits any water bottle top and acts as a shower, but, I’ve also used my converted garden sprayer, like your setup. I can usually shower with less than a gallon of water that way. And, I can dispose of the water outside, since Dr. Bronner’s soap won’t harm the environment.
Neither will cheaper, regular soap.
Good list covered everywhere I use and more. One thing I do instead of water is use rubbing alcohol and paper towels. It evaporates quickly, sterilizes and goes a long way.
I use rubbing alcohol instead of water for most of cleaning of everything in the van no messy water spills and dries quickly.
I love your free spirit,your a breath of fresh air.
I bought a Zodi Extreme shower on Amazon. This way i can have a HOT shower if i want. Albeit a brief shower. Also bought a pop-up shower tent. Simple. Works for me. Stay safe out there.
I got another one for you, most major cities have public bicycle rack rentals that have showers for commuters year round or seasonally, viable option that I used for camping outdoors for 2 yrs straight.
You forgot one. Once when I was working out of town and staying in my van at Walmart I really wanted/needed a shower. It was a small town and there weren't many options. It was the middle of summer and I needed a shower now. I pulled in to the local self-service car wash, opened my side doors and for $1.50 to start took a shower at the car wash. It wasn't that bad and with the free wax, it was a lifesaver. Just don't pull the trigger on the wand. Trust me on that one.
Go to a smaller no name truck stop. The showers are usually much cheaper. Even free at some.
If your looking for a shower at a truck stop, like loves, TA, etc., just find a driver who has a shower ticket already and ask him/her to go to the fuel cashier and ask for an extra team shower. The team shower is free. So, no worries about not having an extra shower on card. Just show fuel cashier a shower ticket and ask for an extra team shower. I usually offer a buck or two. It's a lot cheaper than spending $12.00 for a shower.
Be safe, and God bless!
Yes 10 or 11 dollars cheaper.
@@williambranham6249 LOL
helllurrr internet people, here's a list of 10 places I've used to shower on this car living adventure. 👽 share yours by leaving a comment! For THE FULL list of 13+ PLACES check out www.hoboahle.com/places-to-shower/
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Hobo Ahle More like RUclips people.
Nice 👍🏽 love the hair.
Hobo Ahle always so helpful, I made the same pump shower from your diy when you posted it a while ago. Works like a charm!
I think the YMCA may also be a good place if you have a membership. I think they are in most towns.
I also go to aquatic centers in colder cities as well as ymcas and town pools!
I've got a sit down shower built in the back of my van. Six gallon propane water heater... Best thing ever. Gave up a little space but I'd rather have shower. Granted my van is 138" wheelbase.
If you got the space, do it.
samtech79 I have very little space but im making a 2' x 2' area for a miniature wetbath..potty n shower is a must for me..
What type of van do you have? I've been trying to figure out how to do this in a van that isn't a sprinter. Maybe adding on a topper to am econoline 250? I'm excited to plan for van life...but like really need to figure out shower/bath toilet inside the van ideas. That is priority to me.
@@hello_04 if u r asking me?? I have an e150..but since i wrote this my van is slowly falling apart n i may have to rethink some things..new van? Fix this old one? Love the older ones.. either way..toilet shower is a must.
@@hello_04 if you check out gramkracker..shes got an awesome spacesaving shower setup in her van that could prob work in ANY van..good luck..
I think one of the best suggestions is a gym membership,like u said planet fitness $10 a full month is cheaper then 1 loves shower,plus they have steam rooms etc .And it still keeps u independent of family and friends . I think that is best choice for someone living in car in large city areas. You seem to travel more rural areas so solar or natural showers work better for you
goapebilly they also usually have decent internet as well
On youtube
There are outdoor camping builds..
They mount 4 inch black pvs pipe On roof racks...
Harbor freight air compressor..
And then shower head...
Like your Hudson sprayer set up...
Just a lot more water...
And if the sun is out you're ready.
I Know I saw this when I was first looking into living in a vehicle, but I like that small idea for showing.
Just wanna say thank you. Your videos have really inspired me to leave home and helped my mom feel more supportive on it. I'm excited but terrified. Wish me luck!
Another good place to wash up is gas station bathrooms, the ones where you go inside to get a key so you don't have to worry about someone walking in on you. They usually have a drain in the floor and you just take a large cup or something to pour the water over yourself, your soap and shampoo and can also brush your teeth, shave, etc. Don't spend to much time in there because other people might need to use it to answer the call of nature. I've found that most are pretty clean and also I like to buy something so I'm not just freeloading. Thanks for all your great advice!
A five gallon bucket and swim suit. A bottle of Blue Dawn and half a bar of Irish Spring with a micro fiber cleaning cloth. Car repair shops often have water spigots between bays so just before sundown you put on your swim suit and fill up your bucket with water and there in front or on the side of your vehicle you soap down and rinse. If you get one of those child’s blow up swim pool, you can put it on the floor of your van, put your five gallon bucket with water and suds up and rinse. The pool will keep most of the water and then when you’re done, dump the water right where you’re parked.
I’ve learned so much from your videos! Thanks Ahle!
Check out Norwex body cloths. They have silver in the cloths and you just use them wet. No soap required. I live in a house and haven't used soap for 4 months now. No stink-age. A quick wipe down with these are way better than baby wipes too. Plus you don't have to keep buying them. Love your videos!
OMG I am loving these videos!
hey Channon! 😘
Showering at others homes, bring a small doorstop with you and tuck it under the door after shutting the door. It’s not going to stop someone completely, but slow them down enough to give you a moment to prepare for what may happen.
How do you prepare for what may happen/
Wouldn't you rather take a chance on someone busting in on you, than to risk slowing down rescuers if you have an emergency in there?
Also in NYS - most state campgrounds do not charge if you get in before 8am. You can grab a fast shower there too
When I was on the road the baby wipe method I would put rubbing alcohol right into the bag, cleans and disinfects, squeeky clean without leaving the baby wipe film. Also makes a great make up remover.
DONT PUT RUBBING ALCOHOL ON YOUR FACE
Try witch hazel. Really good for your skin, deodorizes and disinfects.
brimstone33 yes I agree.. and witch hazel also works like a toner so do this instead of alcohol which would turn my face into a tomato
I recently picked up a Nemo Helio pressurized shower. It sits on the ground and has a foot pump so you don't need to hang it on anything. Great for travel and camping also since it packs down to a really compact size.
Thanks! It looks like it's the best option.
Ahle could seriously be a model. Shes absolutely stunning and has a beautiful personality.
Thanks for this video! Looking to move to this life style & love your videos! You make it seem do-able to me & not so overwhelming!
Keep truckin
Vicki
i am with the Gym for now. I got an overnight gig, caregiving. I get to shower there.
Love love the new hair color there Ahle.. Looking really good..
I am a trucker & just let you know I always have more showers then i can use on my card
Public swimming pools in Sydney are fantastic, a few dollars entry & package prices, all over the city, cold & heated pools, lots of parking, toilets & hot showers 👍🏻
Very good video Ahle, The gym sounds like the best place to shower, as you can workout first to keep healthy
Thanks! I agree, gyms work out very nicely for that reason!!!
Most of the truck stops have card programs and you can accrue points every time you buy something. In short time you can get enough points for free showers. The showers in the TA/Petros are big and I take my time I even wash some clothes. Just some info. If you drive a car that takes diesel you can earn points quicker.
Washing clothes while in the truck stop showers...Great Idea! Thanks for your info !
Very honest and thoughtful insight into hygiene on the road.
When my partner & I were on streets for a year waiting for jobs & SSI income to be reprocessed, we used occasional motel room, hospitals (when admitted) , local co-ed shelters (like a Salvation Army) or local gyms a few times. Awkward, yes, as you're commonly dealing with being nude in front of others you don't know, or having strict timing limits on how long/how much water usage to shower. Harrowing experience!! But better than nothing.
If anything, when it rains, if you have any privacy ---find a roof corner , strip down to skevies or swimwear & bathe quickly there if you have to ;)
i have a driveway that is stealth for repairs and i run a foster home for pets with just a bathtub and i also am a retired army vet i live in Columbus Georgia- when i was younger i lived in my car - gas was 75 cents a gallon
For the water bottle, there is little showerheads that they sell for water bottles. And I think you might be able to put a standard shower head on a 2 litter soda bottle with a bit of plumber's tape and maybe some hose washers, but not sure how well the threads match.
I hope you're safe out there!
She looks safe.
If your traveling across the Ohio Turnpike, there are free showers in the trucker’s lounge as well as a laundry room at all the service plazas.
And I would like to add swimming pool places ! ;)
I was a trucker (still own one), and thing is, I ran hard at times and didn’t wanna stop for 2-3 hours for a shower. But, I kept clean. What I did was every time I went into a bathroom, I would take 5 or 6 big wads of that brown paper and wet them. I would keep a small bottle of body wash in my pocket and use it one or two to wash them one or two to rinse. You get the picture. Worked for me. Then when I had time, I’d go in and take a nice shower. Oh yeah, Sure regular scent spray deodorant under the arms works for me.
Ahle another helpful video. Keep the videos coming when you gave a chance.
Thanks... Wow... Your hair and eyes.. So beautiful and such good information, more power to you!!
thank you Hobo you are awesome ... from Sudan
when I was planning/considering how to live in a van my pman was to heat water with engine heat, or to build a 4 inch ABS rack on the roof with a short hose. The ABS, being black, would gain solar heat.
Also, at least in Upstate, NY, most of the SUNY Colleges open their sporting buildings early in the morning and you can slide in, shower and leave without anyone even noticing.
I've road tripped in my truck so much and I was shocked how nice truck stop showers are!
Always adore your vids. Very energetic and enthusiastic. Keep up the good work. I'm glad you are enjoying your lifestyle.
When I was teaching at Oregon State University, I discovered that there was a large and mostly unused swimming pool in the basement of one of the buildings. Because sometimes I didn't get to shower at home before class, I would go early and use the locker room and shower. Sometimes I would even get in a few laps in the pool. There was never anyone else there and the locker rooms, well the men's anyway, were huge. Other universities may have similar hidden gems.
Go Ducks!!
Sorry...
If you went early to use the locker room and shower, couldn't you have not left early and showered in the comfort and privacy of your home? Unless you were into the public shower, locker room scene.
If I had been coming from home that's what I would have done. However, I was coming from a vigorous activity where there were no shower facilities.
yes this! college and universities if you can get access to the locker rooms. when I was in college there was a code but you could ask almost anyone for it. I even had a lock and used one of the lockers in the locker room to keep soap and towels
Yes. Loves showers are the cleanest and the cheapest
Major truck stops like flying j, pilot, loves, ta, and petro have very clean and nice showers. They are cleaned and stocked with towels, soap and shampoo after each person uses them. A lot of truckers have like my self have extra free showers and are to give them to people.
Thanks
Buckhorncamp People like you are what make my world turn, your kindness is a blessing to all you encounter.
Yes......Whe Do This All The Time.
Ive been watching these travel videos and if you sign up for a rewards card at the truck stops and fuel up enough times you get a free shower. Unless a truck driver is willing to donate one of their showers
Imagine if she were to install a legit shower in her van, that would be awesome *
yeah, bathing has been my biggest challenge, no doubt. I gotta start checking out the cheap campgrounds.
what about going to a Hotel and asking to use a room that was not cleaned yet. Nice video!
That’s what I do.. baby wipes and water bottle is the easiest lol for no private bathroom.
Great attitude due to circumstances. Hope you are able to save for a more conventional lifestyle. God bless you and others on this journey.
Very helpful!
You are doing great and learning quick. Please be safe (I know you are) but remember if you are in a Walmart parking lot or any parking lot (using Stealth), make sure your vehicle is in view of any cameras. The reason is you will always have an eye recording in case someone does decide to cause you and your mate some unwanted problems'. Might be a good idea to get some kind of camera (if you haven't already and other than the laptop), hidden around the exterior of your ride!! Some back-up to cover you. Not implying you haven't. Just, I too have been there and I know what it's like.
I usually run through residence's lawn sprinklers.
It’s called the ecotemp l5 portable tankless water heater, it works with propane and I knew you have a tank because you have a grill :v
Planet Fitness sounds like a great idea plus you can get a daily workout at the same time. Make sure you wear shower shoes though. There are a lot of funky things growing on the floors of gyms that you don't want to catch.
Great to see your hair color to black. Looking good.
This was so helpful:) your a rockstar !
People have probably already mentioned this, but I looked on the Planet Fitness website and the $10 per month is only for a home location membership. The per month rate to use ALL their many locations is over twice that, plus another $40 or so incurred after a year.
This is good 👍
I remember seeing Inca bathtub at machu Picchu RUclips ,it's a vertical bucket if you will when in fetal mode completely submerged.Not a lot of water necessary as you displace most on entering.
i belonged to a state wide gym also colleges . i would drive on the campus and act like a student . i would work out and shower . college cafeterias had good prices also . i showered dozens of time at college campuses while traveling never had a problem .
Thank you for all the tips Ahle. Please be careful and safe on your journeys. I would love to see more of your traviling videos in the future. 👍🤘✌😊❤
Hi Allie I love your video's they are informing and right to the point you have gotten every one of them except the Laundry mats they usually are a great place to get a shower
Good advice, thx!
Try AirBNB vs hotels and motels. You can find a budget room there.
Use baby powder lightly rubbed into your scalp while holding your head upside down then let it sit for bit then brush out I wet my brush while brushing it out .it makes my hair clean, fuller and full of bounce
Planet Fitness is only $10 per month as you said but that is for one Club only if you're travel and want to use other clubs the cost is $21.99 per month
I've been waiting on this video! I move into my 1982 Chevy G30 at the end of the month
acountineveruse Best wishes.. Be careful, safe and keep your hopes up.
So fresh and so clean clean.
LOL NOOOOOO.... WHY DIDN'T I USE THIS SONG AS THE INTRO?!?!
If you happen to be in or near Laughin NV, the pioneer motel has $15 rooms during the week
I love #6..i feel so free when i get a chance to do it...
Thanks! Very informative!
Yeah water bottle method is called sponge Bob m/o ,like idea of kiddy pool but smallest type akin to baby tub , possibly foldable doesn't Cabela's have one.
This has to got to be the best looking hobo I ever seen lol she gorgeous 😍
Great video, great information! Thank you
Here in the Philippine Islands,,EVERYONE takes a bath,cold water with their cloths on,,drip dry in the hot sun in 1 hour,,me i have a HOUSE with a shower HOT water,,you can buy a 4 gal sprayer with a pump handle,fill with cold water,set into sun soon you have hot bath,
Good tips. Good job. Love your hair.
Warmshowers.org is so cool! Was great on my US and Japan bike tour, not a ton of Japan peeps on the site, but one host was better than none! Great tips!
welcome back to my laboratory where 5:18
there are so many creepy comments from creepy dudes on these videos like.....here i am, a girl innocently trying to get tips to use for backpacking and i'm seeing creepy comments from creepy ass dudes who can't get a date in real life. wild.
S R Why not have them arrested for assault? That's one of women's favorite past times isn't it?
What else did you expect on the internet?
S R ... like what? It's funny how you think they can't get a date because they said something that made YOU uncomfortable but whatever
Guy here, there should be no reason to be drooling over a RUclipsr making useful tip videos. Alot of these comments on her videos are freaking weird, and some creepy.
If you think this chick is actually living in a van you are dumber than a box of fiddlesticks. She probably pulls in a couple grand a month just from this youtube channel and all these drooling guys viewing are making her money so I doubt she cares.
Good Job Ahle
In addition to Planet Fitness consider a membership in the YMCA. They are nationwide, have a good vibe and often an Olympic size swimming pool as well.
Me: "I'll just go to the gym."
COVID-19: "Ima have to stop you there."
The $10 membership at Planet Fitness doesn't let you take showers at any Planet Fitness. Only the one in which you applied for your membership. To be able to use any Planet Fitness around the world, I think it's more like $40 a month.