People are always asking about gear they'll need to live or travel in their vehicle. Until now my lists were geared to people with Priuses, but today I'm compiling a list anyone can use. It was difficult to narrow down to 10 items, but I love each one of these and I know you will … Continue reading Top 10 Essentials, with or without a Prius
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A Tale of Two Kettles
It's been a minute, that means time for a new kettle review. This week I'm taking a look at two kettles, both from Spardar. The first is a 12v kettle that draws 120w and can be plugged into your car's 12v outlet. The second is a 300w kettle that uses 110v house current. Spardar 12v … Continue reading A Tale of Two Kettles
The Collapsible Tiny Prius Kitchen
I've always heard that expression, "everything but the kitchen sink" when referring to people who pack lots of stuff for a trip, but if you're going to travel in a Prius, everything needs to be small, and you need a good way to pack it. So for those of us living Priuslife or Vanlife, why … Continue reading The Collapsible Tiny Prius Kitchen
Call from the mountain, chat from the desert!
One of my greatest challenges as a solo traveler is keeping in touch with folks back home. Whether I'm traveling overseas, or in my own state's national park, making a call isn't always easy. Cell phone networks don't like to share, and none of them have complete coverage in the US, so if you need … Continue reading Call from the mountain, chat from the desert!
Mugs, Kettles and Priuses, Oh My!
Life is full of things we take for granted, like fresh air, sunshine and a Starbucks on every corner when you live in San Francisco or Seattle. But if you're on the road or camping in the forest, that fresh cup of joe is a little more elusive. Those of us used to walking to … Continue reading Mugs, Kettles and Priuses, Oh My!
Tiny Solar for the Tiny Prius
The technology in the Prius is amazing, and it can do so much, but sometimes you want a little power when your car isn't running. Sure there are a bunch of battery packs out there, but if you're a geek, it's fun to make your own. First, I need to tell you that you won't … Continue reading Tiny Solar for the Tiny Prius





