Spotlight on Mt. Bachelor: Where Van-Life Meets Adventure & Community Growing up in Central Oregon, I have always recognized that the pairing of Mt. Bachelor and Bend, Oregon, is unique. Nestled in the Cascade Range, Mt. Bachelor offers more than just world-class skiing and breathtaking vistas—it shares a symbiotic relationship with the nearby city of Bend. This dynamic pairing has helped establish the area as a hub for outdoor enthusiasts, […] Featured Article Nicky Blumm | January 28, 2025 0 Comments
Update on Woman & Dog Attacked in Van Near Cripple Creek, CO The Teller County Sheriff’s Office has issued an update on the young woman attacked on August 7 in her van near Cripple Creek, Colorado. The Teller County Sheriff’s Office identified the victim as 35-year-old Briena Louise Karlik. Briena, or Brie as she is known to friends and family, is said to still be in critical condition in a local area […] SnowBrains | August 12, 2024 2 Comments
This Company Blends Together Van Life, Community Living, and Remote Working What happens when you combine Van Life, WeWork, and Co-Living into one? The answer is Kift. This new company uses vans as mobile bedrooms combined with a network of beautiful community houses. The houses are used for co-working, cooking, and connecting with other like-minded individuals. The idea is to reach economies of scale for a group of people who desire […] Industry News Brent Thomas | July 22, 2022 2 Comments
How Much Does it Cost to Buy, Build Out, and Travel Around in a Van? Corona made vans cool again. They were already pretty cool amongst outdoor-ist bums before that, but with remote work the new norm in 2020, scores of sprinter vans suddenly started showing up at national parks, trailheads, and beaches all over the country. Because if you don’t have to clock in at the office—why not take your office with you on […] Martin Kuprianowicz | September 3, 2021 1 Comment
TruckHouse™ Unveils Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Composite Expedition Vehicle: Perfect for Today’s Nomad The mid-sized expedition vehicle we have all been waiting for is here, and it’s built on the latest Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro. Exceeds all factory Tacoma off-road capabilities. Built using state of the art composite infusion techniques. 360° of dual-paned safari-style windows. Limited production begins February 2021. SPARKS, NV, Jan. 2021 – TruckHouseTM has launched the BCT, their first mid-sized […] Gear Guest Author | January 12, 2021 4 Comments
Riders On The Storm: The Ultimate Guide To Living In A Van, Chasing Pow, & Slaying The Goods Every Day SO… You’re a so-called ski bum. Maybe you live in a ski town, or town near a resort, or battle it out with the other weekend warriors enough to associate with the periphery of a lenient definition of the term. Regardless, you’ve had epic days…and I mean epic days. The best day(s) of your life. Untracked lines. Free refills. You’re a hero. […] Brains Sergei Poljak | September 5, 2020 8 Comments
The Beginner’s Guide To Living in a Van: Taking The Party On The Road Living full-time in a van is the ultimate expression of freedom. Ski bums have utilized this way of life for decades. Die-hard skiers figured out that they could continuously chase the snow if they were always mobile. Thus creating the endless winter… But how do you turn this ski bum lifestyle into your reality? Below I will provide you with […] Lindsay Hayden | May 18, 2020 1 Comment