Full-Time YouTuber's Pro-Built Custom Mountain Bikers Van Tour

SdĂ­let
VloĆŸit
  • čas pƙidĂĄn 28. 03. 2020
  • The Van is complete so it's time to do the full tour! The work completed has a shower, toilet, mountain bike storage, computer monitor and more! 4 months of hard effort has all lead up to this and now I can hit the open road. Check out VanGo Conversions here 👉
    Here's the link to the Nightfall Overland Covers 👉bit.ly/nightfalloverland
    The Wifi receiver 👉bit.ly/AlphaWifiBooster
    Follow me on Instagram too: @paulthepunter
    / paulthepunter
    Connect with me on Strava: / strava
    Thanks to my sponsors Scott Sports, Shimano, Whistler Performance Lubricants and OneUp Components.
    đŸšČCheck Out Bike Details Below:
    Scott Genius 👉bit.ly/ScottGenius2020
    Shimano:
    XTR 👉 bit.ly/ShimanoXTR-Punter
    XT 👉 bit.ly/ShimanoXT-Punter
    Saint 👉 bit.ly/ShimanoSaint-Punter
    Whistler Performance Lubricants Get 10% off with code PUNTER10! 👉 bit.ly/WhistlerPerformanceLubr...
    OneUp Components:
    Dropper Post: bit.ly/oneupdropper
    EDC Tool: bit.ly/oneuptool
    OneUP Handlebar & Stem:
    đŸ‡ș🇾bit.ly/oneupUSA
    🇹🇩 bit.ly/oneupCANADA
    🌎bit.ly/oneupGLOBAL
    Support me on Patreon: bit.ly/PaulthePunterPatreon
    #vanbuild #vanlife #mountainbike
  • Sport

Komentáƙe • 464

  • @steveoutdoors471
    @steveoutdoors471 Pƙed 4 lety +198

    Probably one of the most thought-out and organized van builds I have seen.I really like the wheel and shoe storage idea.

  • @Paul_Sims
    @Paul_Sims Pƙed 4 lety +85

    $70k CAD is about ÂŁ40k GBP, which when you compare to a brand new VW california, they start at ÂŁ55k GBP - Awesome value!!! Best MTB'ers van build on youtube!

    • @hf7382
      @hf7382 Pƙed 4 lety +5

      Yeah but if you are spending ÂŁ55k on a VW then you need your head testing. Way overpriced and overrated. You could spend ÂŁ25k and get a much better van.

    • @beemo4
      @beemo4 Pƙed 4 lety +3

      H F yes but the California is a camper, for 25k the only camper you can get is an old used camper from the 70’s..

    • @Bi0Hazardfr
      @Bi0Hazardfr Pƙed 4 lety +2

      He said the price was without the van

    • @hf7382
      @hf7382 Pƙed 4 lety +2

      @@beemo4 You need to think outside the box mate. If you buy a camper van pre made you will always pay way more than a self build. For 25k you could buy a van and convert it yourself. And 25k is a huge budget. Pick up a decent used van for 12k and then spend 12k on the conversion. That would be fitting it out with everything you could imagine to a high standard. I just did my own high quality convertion for less than 10k including buying the van. and wouldn't trade it for a VW. California or not.

  • @tomsanger6249
    @tomsanger6249 Pƙed 4 lety +111

    Absolutely love the van, especially the garage -some people seem to sacrifice the quality of the garage but you guys seemed to get it just perfect

    • @PaulThePunter
      @PaulThePunter  Pƙed 4 lety +6

      Garage is where it's at!

    • @bitsurfer0101
      @bitsurfer0101 Pƙed 4 lety +1

      @Paul The Punter Great job on the ga-rage.

    • @josh_on_bikes
      @josh_on_bikes Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@PaulThePunter How did the deal work with VanGo? Also how much would it cost if I wanted to build a van similar to yours?

  • @richardredmond2502
    @richardredmond2502 Pƙed 4 lety +8

    Considering ready made campers based on the Promaster 2500 start at $90K+ USD your van is a great value. You got a van built to address all your needs with far superior workmanship... not a mass built generic camper that has to be adapted. Thanks for giving us a great series of the build out. Great Job VanGo!!!

    • @williamdavis9471
      @williamdavis9471 Pƙed 4 lety

      the 70k price is without a van

    • @richardredmond2502
      @richardredmond2502 Pƙed 4 lety

      @@williamdavis9471
      Yeah, so $40k USD for the van and $50k USD for the conversion... you still get what you want for less..

  • @smithleon
    @smithleon Pƙed 4 lety +4

    I've watched a lot of these van build vids, especially for MTBers, (singletrack sampler etc) and this is the best. No expense spared, but totally worth it. Great job.

  • @travisjgood02
    @travisjgood02 Pƙed 4 lety +33

    Vango did an awesome job. Turned out great!

  • @_tim
    @_tim Pƙed 4 lety +2

    This van is quite easily the best build that I've seen of the recent MTB CZcamsrs who have all bought into the vanlife. Well done Paul, it look seriously comfortable.

  • @betims
    @betims Pƙed 4 lety +12

    Respect. This van is one of the best conversions I've seen on youtube.

  • @bitminerbob6731
    @bitminerbob6731 Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Great vid Paul. Loved this. The VanGo guys did such an incredible job there. The attention to detail is amazing. They truly are craftsmen. Enjoy!!

  • @PaulThePunter
    @PaulThePunter  Pƙed 4 lety +41

    There we are gang - it's all over! Of course there are some tough times with no travelling happening right now, but more videos to come nonetheless. Apparently some people can't figure out that the final price does not include the van cost. Check out the VanGo Conversions website now - the also do partial builds! 👉bit.ly/VanGoConversions

  • @rmnstr604
    @rmnstr604 Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Wow. Definitely the nicest van I have seen so far. You can see that the builders are proud of their work, and rightly so.

  • @nwbudro9210
    @nwbudro9210 Pƙed 4 lety +3

    Sweet van! Definitely one of the best conversions I've seen. VanGo did a great job.

  • @Trailvagabonds
    @Trailvagabonds Pƙed 4 lety +1

    I really enjoyed your build series! The tour is the icing on the cake! Pumped for you to have your van completed! See you on the road!

  • @gousmc1983
    @gousmc1983 Pƙed 4 lety

    GREAT van build series, although I do have TWO suggestions. Please please please, firstly, get Kitchen rated fire extinguisher for the living cabin and an electrical extinguisher for the garage... Secondly, a vehicle size trauma kit... They make molle pannels that fit the seat backs, you could then put whatever extra pouches you'd like neatly on the seat back. Again great build.

  • @CrashOrganism
    @CrashOrganism Pƙed 4 lety

    Fan bloody tastic! Absolutely love this van build. I have so many likes in all areas of the van.
    I loved how the guys at Vango Conversions (In Squamish, BC) Spent extra time on the finer bits of detail even if you will not be able to see it.
    As is, right now. To Have that build van in my life (with my Scott spark 960) would change my life and way of thinking.
    I could happily live in that, Checking out Canada at my pace is crying out to me.
    This build would give me the ability to roam around and be me.
    Well done Vango Conversions, Good luck and have fun Paul.

  • @MrAidanfleming
    @MrAidanfleming Pƙed 4 lety +52

    One thing I didn’t see in the van was a fire blanket, extinguisher and first aid stuff? I’ve followed the whole van series and looks incredible!!

    • @PaulThePunter
      @PaulThePunter  Pƙed 4 lety +32

      It's in there now, don't panic :)

    • @MrAidanfleming
      @MrAidanfleming Pƙed 4 lety +4

      Paul The Punter I wasn’t worried haha! Just noticed it wasn’t there that’s all.

    • @stanion9258
      @stanion9258 Pƙed 4 lety +5

      @@PaulThePunter Be careful running the stove burner with the window blinds installed.

  • @steves511
    @steves511 Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Hi Paul, this series about your van build was incredible. I love it from start to finish. Thanks!

  • @scottbraden14
    @scottbraden14 Pƙed 4 lety +3

    Best Van build I’ve seen. Looks spot on đŸ€˜đŸœ

  • @suzannehunt7406
    @suzannehunt7406 Pƙed 4 lety +2

    What a fantastic van, so pleased for you Paul. After all this is over you’re going to have a great time in it!

  • @KeviinKino
    @KeviinKino Pƙed 4 lety

    The video we were waiting for! I’m a big fan of your build, love it.

  • @bmushler
    @bmushler Pƙed 4 lety

    Just finished watching the build series. Wow !
    The guys doing the build know what they are doing.

  • @bigrigmtber857
    @bigrigmtber857 Pƙed 4 lety

    An absolute spot on van build!! As a professional truck driver, I thought I had it pretty good with the amenities in my truck(minus the toilet). You have an awesome setup Paul!! Use it well and enjoy it. I loved all the videos in this series. Now I want to see where you go and hope you make it to NC!

  • @franciscote
    @franciscote Pƙed 4 lety

    Probably one of the best van setup for MTB I have seen. Good job!

  • @MarkJolley
    @MarkJolley Pƙed 4 lety +1

    I've seen a lot of these conversions and this thing is a work of art.

  • @mgancarzjr
    @mgancarzjr Pƙed 4 lety +4

    "I want to see the garage first." Speaking my language. That pullout storage was amazing. I'm filling that idea away.

  • @fabiogarbin2275
    @fabiogarbin2275 Pƙed 4 lety

    Wow they did a really good job. Great attention to details, great workmanship...just excellent work. Thanks for sharing this on CZcams.

  • @philmtb121
    @philmtb121 Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Such a great launch platform into the next stage of your journey. Truly admire your ideas/ business sense that ultimately keep you in bike/ adventure mode.

  • @RobertsonDCCD
    @RobertsonDCCD Pƙed 4 lety

    I’ve enjoyed the whole build series, and the final product is just sublime. Where BKXC went cheap and fast, you and the team at VanGo really thought everything out, and I think Brian is living with some of those shortcuts as he tours the lower 48. If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right!

  • @joncrabb5926
    @joncrabb5926 Pƙed 4 lety

    Amazing job! A highly anticipated video and it is amazing

  • @khai6101
    @khai6101 Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Sick build, my man - it turned out incredibly well. That garage is simply spectacular!

  • @danielfunk1979
    @danielfunk1979 Pƙed 4 lety

    Very informative tour Paul.
    Thanks for the details. Especially the tip about lowering the seats when they get raised up on the swivels. Never heard anyone mentioning that before.
    Shout out to vango for crushing it.

  • @scotti_wan_kenobi
    @scotti_wan_kenobi Pƙed 4 lety

    It's a top quality build, those guys at Van Go are proper craftsmen.
    I was honestly expecting the build cost to be around $100k Canadian. Incredible value when you consider that it's a home, office and garage all in one. You must be so stoked, Paul.

  • @iileymickle8304
    @iileymickle8304 Pƙed 4 lety +28

    I can't believe that whole converted van cost 70,000 Canadian! I'm for sure hitting up VanGo!

    • @hanchesterman5661
      @hanchesterman5661 Pƙed 4 lety +8

      Keep in mind, that he did not have to pay for labor

    • @Adventures_with_Sog
      @Adventures_with_Sog Pƙed 4 lety +1

      Of course you are, lol.

    • @growlith6969
      @growlith6969 Pƙed 4 lety +1

      He has more money in drawer pulls than I had in my entire bed setup in my first conversion, haha.

    • @TheGeoffreyDyck
      @TheGeoffreyDyck Pƙed 4 lety +4

      @@hanchesterman5661 70k includes labour. He paid alot less than 70k

    • @jea36
      @jea36 Pƙed 4 lety

      It’s a lot of money circa £40K, but it is one of the best I’ve seen. 4months work on & off I guess. Plus the kit they use is all top end stuff. Can definitely get some bits cheaper but you won’t save much. Fantastic job

  • @blackfly29er
    @blackfly29er Pƙed 4 lety

    Amazing! Really appreciate you sharing this. The end results far outweigh the costs incurred. The Wi Fi amplifier and repeater are đŸ”„Best wishes on your upcoming adventures.

  • @soundproofguide
    @soundproofguide Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Absolutely AWESOME! You're doing great things!

  • @dano727
    @dano727 Pƙed 4 lety

    That's probably the nicest MTB build I have ever seen !

  • @LexZolnir
    @LexZolnir Pƙed 4 lety

    Congrats PTP! Be great to get through this sitch and see you out and about or aboot (wait your not Canadian)...see you out on the road!

  • @BrianVaughn
    @BrianVaughn Pƙed 4 lety +3

    That is an amazing van step-up. I think this would be a great option for me when I retire and want to do a lot more traveling.

  • @jhontlouis
    @jhontlouis Pƙed 4 lety

    Super cool congrats!! 🎊. Every episode is superbđŸ€ŸđŸœ

  • @Scott-wz4sc
    @Scott-wz4sc Pƙed 3 lety

    Awesome van set up. Defo always want to see the garage first 😄

  • @scottmcbride4652
    @scottmcbride4652 Pƙed 3 lety

    First time I've seen a slide out workbench / storage. That's pretty awesome!

  • @cheddar2848
    @cheddar2848 Pƙed 4 lety

    Incredible and beautiful design built, great job.

  • @olivetree-unterwegs
    @olivetree-unterwegs Pƙed 4 lety

    I definetly steal some ideas for my next van! love the mtb garage. keep it rollin!

  • @marcushull12
    @marcushull12 Pƙed 3 lety

    fantastic quality and electrics look like something for a sci-fi film , imagine what they could do with a XLWB Iveco , full size bathroom , sofa and a sink with a drainer .

  • @Worry888
    @Worry888 Pƙed 4 lety

    Paul you are bloody nifty on the business side, I'll give you that, Hope your helping some of the other CZcamsrs not get stiffed by the industry

  • @TheMichael_Ng
    @TheMichael_Ng Pƙed 4 lety

    I like he says "Definitely going to sleep fully clothed." XD This is an amazing van build, so neat and organized. Even the garage looks super great. Just make sure to put things back where they belong in the Van, Paul.

  • @EEWRIGHT23
    @EEWRIGHT23 Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Can't wait to see this thing on the road! This is my dream! I've been living in a dodgy low free candy type van for 3 years slowly trying to save towards one of these mansions. Will definitely be stealing a few ideas when the time comes :)

  • @MarkMore
    @MarkMore Pƙed 4 lety

    I love the van!! Great video Paul as per usual! 😁

  • @wildflowerwoman7509
    @wildflowerwoman7509 Pƙed 4 lety

    @paul this is so crazy...my husband and I stayed at the exact same campsite in Sedona! One morning we woke up and opened the sliding door, and a hot air balloon was landing 50 yards away!!! Sick van. You are inspiring us to build another :)

  • @Freakphoto
    @Freakphoto Pƙed 4 lety +118

    $70,000 Canadian is only $12 U.S.

    • @nrg4285
      @nrg4285 Pƙed 4 lety +19

      Excuse me I only invest in monopoly money

    • @eksine
      @eksine Pƙed 4 lety +1

      I'll give you 5 dolla

  • @ronsanderson99
    @ronsanderson99 Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Great video, thanks! Allan and gang do excellent work, I think I will use them to do my van too! Can’t wait!

  • @charleyphillips9865
    @charleyphillips9865 Pƙed 4 lety +2

    Couldn’t wait for this vid

  • @caseyjones94
    @caseyjones94 Pƙed 4 lety

    Work of art, from start to finish... 👏👏

  • @peteherrera1502
    @peteherrera1502 Pƙed rokem

    They did an outstanding job

  • @jhandy59
    @jhandy59 Pƙed 4 lety

    Biker Van life 2020... Garages, Swivel chairs. Work Editing stations, Power needs. Water. Storage Heat cool. Light blocking., Bathrooms.. DIY or Pay the man.... Who's is better!? BKXC? PtP? TSS? Rinse Repeat this build does look pro level by VanGo

  • @jjr1314
    @jjr1314 Pƙed 4 lety

    Very nice! I like the TF sticker on the fridge. Nice touch

  • @OutdoorGold
    @OutdoorGold Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Wait.... YOU GOT A VAN!?!?! UNBELIEVABLE!!! Congrats on the world class build!

  • @ColoursCapello
    @ColoursCapello Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Stay safe out there, Paul.

  • @MrThegixerman
    @MrThegixerman Pƙed 4 lety +5

    Love that celing looks like bonsai tree's.. Vans awsome enjoy paul

  • @RunBikeMike
    @RunBikeMike Pƙed 4 lety

    I don’t think I will ever own a van but I love watching videos about them for some reason. I think it is the build part of me that likes them. They are really cool and this one is a punters delight. That’s right a punters delight you can reuse that original comment 😂. Another great video.

  • @harrysheppard7597
    @harrysheppard7597 Pƙed 4 lety

    Van looks sick can't wait for more videos

  • @joehubbell5013
    @joehubbell5013 Pƙed 4 lety

    The van looks sick!

  • @brettbale9535
    @brettbale9535 Pƙed 3 lety +1

    This van is too good for this guy.

  • @Roaming50
    @Roaming50 Pƙed 4 lety

    It’s a really nice build. Much higher quality than my Revel. Then again I didn’t have to wait 4 months and I’ve an indoor shower. That’s nice when it’s 4F outside. 😁. Enjoy your van travels and if you swing by Boulder, CO let us know!

  • @CoreySchmick444
    @CoreySchmick444 Pƙed 4 lety

    This build is sick!

  • @garymel9247
    @garymel9247 Pƙed 4 lety

    WoW!! that van is amazing!!!!

  • @trailbossss
    @trailbossss Pƙed 4 lety

    Looks amazing! Awesome layout.

  • @Nicholas-qd4lw
    @Nicholas-qd4lw Pƙed 4 lety

    Super luxurious van! Enjoy it

  • @trialsrob214
    @trialsrob214 Pƙed 4 lety

    Turned out great Paul

  • @razmtb5028
    @razmtb5028 Pƙed 4 lety

    amazing content and amazing van! your amazing Paul!! too much awesome

  • @davidramossalsologoporexse2469

    Beautiful van built

  • @yoyosfpv823
    @yoyosfpv823 Pƙed 4 lety

    Your van build is awesome. Very well thought out and excellently built. I myself would consider a similar build with differences to suit what I need. But 90% of what you have is how I believe I would have done it

  • @sammic974
    @sammic974 Pƙed 4 lety

    Spot on van build. So well thought out. VanGo did an amazing job. Everything has clean lines. I love the marine drawer locks when I see them used. If I could get this done in light colour wood, it would be perfect 😊 anyway, just wanted to wave hello from Devon \○/ and wish you all the best during the lockdown, wherever you end up.

  • @TheCrashingDad
    @TheCrashingDad Pƙed 4 lety

    this beast is SO purdeeee in person...😍

  • @seanknight9898
    @seanknight9898 Pƙed 4 lety

    Fantastic and best I’ve seen yet for sure. Please watch the flame deflection on the rear burner once a pot/pan is on it. Something tells me the window shade won’t like the heat. 4” of stainless up the back there would do the trick.

    • @PaulThePunter
      @PaulThePunter  Pƙed 4 lety

      Yeah I checked that, comes nowhere near the window frame.

  • @SquirrellyDave
    @SquirrellyDave Pƙed 4 lety

    Love it!! I’ve been thinking of trading my van in for a Sprinter. Absolutely love your floor plan! Stay safe, buddy!

  • @DirtyTeethMTB
    @DirtyTeethMTB Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Congrats on the van :) stay safe out there and have fun breakin her in!

  • @KestrelYI
    @KestrelYI Pƙed 4 lety

    Hey Paul! Perhaps consider some vertical insert you can throw behind the burner that is closest to the door. Otherwise you might end up splashing food all over that beautiful woodwork & window cover! Really great build - glad to see this thing finally come together and for you to be on the road. Looking forward to seeing where you go. Stay safe out there in COVID land, man!

    • @PaulThePunter
      @PaulThePunter  Pƙed 4 lety +1

      Yeah I checked that, comes nowhere near the window frame.

  • @Kent.
    @Kent. Pƙed 4 lety

    The best van build i have seen 👍

  • @_d33z
    @_d33z Pƙed 4 lety +2

    I loved everything about this build...except for the part when we see Paul’s food pantry sits right above his toilet 😳

  • @FelipeAPerez-gw1re
    @FelipeAPerez-gw1re Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Dude, I wanna be you in some years so much

  • @techfour4921
    @techfour4921 Pƙed 4 lety

    Really good deal for both you and them.

  • @nickmckeown86
    @nickmckeown86 Pƙed 4 lety

    Such a great van that it's something I'd love too have !!!

  • @karolmotala
    @karolmotala Pƙed 4 lety

    This is definitely the cleanest and well-thought van build I have seen! OK, Greg Virgoe's van is also "a perfect build" but he doesn't have a place to put mountain bikes in it, so you won Paul! :-D

  • @TrailPOV
    @TrailPOV Pƙed 4 lety

    Turned out super well in the end. Hope you had a blast in Sedona with it!.... I'm presuming you're not doing too much travelling now.

  • @SydDante
    @SydDante Pƙed 4 lety

    Hey Paul, am I right in hearing from your videos that you live in Canada? I'd love to hear your story, you seem to have one worth telling. Love the videos. I did a road trip out in Canada last year with a few friends, we travelled from London to Toronto, and then drove out to Vancouver! Got back into mountain biking just a few weeks ago and found your videos, great content.

  • @___Angelica
    @___Angelica Pƙed 4 lety

    very attractive build!

  • @bryanmurphy26
    @bryanmurphy26 Pƙed 4 lety

    This is the best van build I've seen yet. The only fault is that it's based in a Promaster van, which are known to be junk. Lots of mechanical issues, and undeliverable in snow and rain due to being front wheel drive.

  • @hutchybikes1714
    @hutchybikes1714 Pƙed 4 lety +1

    Such a nice van

  • @leojoseph6385
    @leojoseph6385 Pƙed 4 lety

    Awesome van! Great design! My one concern is regarding the garage.....when you store used items in the shelves/cubby holes, the wood inside will act like sponges if you don't treat them with some kind of sealant.

  • @snowbunny1001
    @snowbunny1001 Pƙed 4 lety

    LOVE THIS!!!

  • @traciuniquestylefeliciano7696

    Loved your video

  • @oscarmccarthy6960
    @oscarmccarthy6960 Pƙed 4 lety

    Looks sick have the best time travelling the country

  • @seanroberts381
    @seanroberts381 Pƙed 4 lety

    Need more Van life updates!

  • @themidnightrider6805
    @themidnightrider6805 Pƙed 4 lety

    The best You Tuber van out there! đŸ€˜

  • @arronben3043
    @arronben3043 Pƙed 4 lety

    Really cool garage area. Are you happy with the decision of closing off the back, I love the light I get though there but I like that it separates the spaces.

  • @jacobburden473
    @jacobburden473 Pƙed 4 lety

    You should definatley get it wraped in a custom Paul The Punter Wrap!

  • @jamessinclair6829
    @jamessinclair6829 Pƙed 4 lety +1

    WOW that turned out beautiful!! If i ever win lotto im going to vanGO for sure lol

  • @joshuaeccles7111
    @joshuaeccles7111 Pƙed 4 lety

    Love this video and also love the content

  • @Powerhugful
    @Powerhugful Pƙed 4 lety

    The only thing that would make this van even better is a pop top... that would be perfection.