Best VAN LIFE SHOWER Ever!! (Halo Shower by Storyteller Overland)
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- čas přidán 7. 07. 2024
- In today's travel vlog, I finally show you what I think about Storyteller Overland's Halo Shower System. Spoiler alert! Best VAN LIFE shower ever!
Ok, I know that's subjective but for me it is truly an amazing van life shower set up. I also show you a pretty cool free boondocking spot in Vally of Fire Nevada. So if you are looking for an amazing van life shower idea, I think you are going to really enjoy my take on Storyteller Overland's Halo Shower System).
Let me know what you best van life shower set up would be? Do you have a van shower in your rig? Would you rather have this Storyteller Overland van shower? Also, let me know if you know of any other CZcamsrs with cool van life shower set ups.
Take care all!
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I've been thinking a lot about my ideal van layout. I like the shorter vans for ease of travel and parking, but I really want a shower and bathroom. It seems like the halo shower concept works really well.
Yeah, I really like the halo system. It’s a pretty ingenious design. If you can make the toilet work it’s an ideal set up
Halo shower and the dry flush toilet would be a must in my van layout. If I ever get a van.
This might just win the prize for the best van shower design ever! I lived in a school bus for a year with my husband in 1971-72 (we had our first baby in said bus) and I would have loved to have such a shower. I learned to take a pretty thorough bath and head wash with a couple of gallons of water I heated up on the stove, though!
it is great
Looked very convenient. Nice to clean up after hiking in warmer climates.
It really is!
I love that shower! The design gives you so much more space than a fixed shower!
Yeah, it is so nice. Love it! :)
I think I would like a shower like that so I could have more room in the van.
Yeah, it opens up the space for sure. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
There you go, walking backward toward the edge again. In flip flops.
haha...i actually mention you at the edge of a cliff in one of my future vids! ha~
@@30AndAWakeUp 🤣 omg, don't be messing around. If you fall off, everyone's gonna blame me!
@@kele1264 haha
@@kele1264, Rescue 911 in the 2020s LOL.
@@MichaelWhite-mi4dk I know, right?!! 🤣
I would put a mark on the shower on so you know we're the best temperature is and then you won't waste water finding the temperature.
That’s really great advice, I’ll definitely do that. Thanks for watching and commenting.
And you can hang a small mesh pouch to hold your towel and soap inside affixed on the folding frame 👌🛴🚚 happy van lifing brother wish I could do it sooner.🛴🚚
Who makes this . I like this idea
Yep, I can see that design making it's way into few other vans. Works very well!
Yeah, it's a great design for sure.
If I were a solo traveler, that shower/toilet combo would be great. My son will be traveling with me some, so it wouldn't work for the two of us.
The only thing I would change would be instead of the two screw-type things holding in the drop-down, I'd like spring action ones. Those screw ones seem a little hard to do.
Great video!!!
Yeah, I think it definitely works for a solo traveler but would be more difficult with two people if you need privacy for sure. I made the screw look harder than it was...i turned it the wrong way at the start.
Agree, the screw thing could be better with a easy release clip
if you find such spring loaded device, pls let us know.
Well designed, thanks for the demonstration. I prefer the function and storage of the enclosed bathroom in the (my) Revel. Cheers from Denver👍
I get that for sure - definitely not for everyone.
Watching from America. Your problem will always be "water", therefore, upgrade the shower set-up by adding a "rain water collection system" and if you plan to use that rain water for consumption as well, then you'll just need water filters and uv lights to clean it. Final step to shower set-up is if you set-up a water-recycling system then it re-claims the water, just filter the water to clean it. Just a suggestion to stay off grid for longer periods of time.
great info
I am glad this shower concept works for you. For me, I like the rear bath and Coachmen has been improving that design some. I prefer not having a bathroom next to or across from the kitchen, old fashioned I guess. Thanks for bring the content, it is fun to watch.
That’s a fair point for sure about the kitchen. Thank you for watching and commenting.
That shower design makes sense now! When you did the show & tell at the Tampa RV show, I was wondering how on earth that thing worked. But wow - that's super compact & efficient. Next sticker idea -your head with the washcloth on top 😄
Ha ha! I like that idea. Thanks for watching and commenting, Mari.
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That is an awesome shower! Clever design! Jonnie made something like that in her build!
yeah, it's very similar to jonnie's build except her halo set up is stored in the floor
How is it an awesome shower?
amazing project. you have extra space. i always tought bathrooms are a waste of space to use only for shower.
it really is pretty awesome
I’m vacationing in Palm Springs for this video. Thanks for the shower demo.
Very cool. I love Palm Springs
Thanks I picked up my Mode LT Friday. You took the mystery out of it. Enjoyed the video
Congrats!!!!
PERFECT SHOWER
I loved it
That was so cool! We love living full time in our truck camper but van life is something we always talk about doing one day. We love the shower setup. Thanks for sharing!
Yeah, it’s a cool setup.
Awesome, awesome 💯, Happy Trails 🙏👍
Thanks 👍
Shower looked doable-thanks for showing the funtioality
I really like it so far. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
I like the shower. The instant hot water must be very nice. All I have is cold or heat on the stove and bucket baths.
Yeah, the instant hot water is pretty nice.
I love the shower setup. It allows more of an open feeling in the van. Thanks for demonstrating.
Yeah, that's why I love it - keeps the van open. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
That view is amazing.
Yeah, I really like it. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
This gives me ideas for my conversion
Thank you Paula. It really is a great set up.
Those temporary shut offs on the shower heads always keep a small trickle going so it won’t scald or burn when you turn the water back on. Love the new van!! Very nice set up sir.
Ha ha OK, that makes a lot of sense. Thanks for that info.
Came here to say this.
It’s also so that you don’t accidentally leave the shower pressurized by accident. The trickle forces you to shut the entire system down rather put it away with just a silly handle valve.
Love the shower set up. Wishing we had one in our van. Thanks for sharing. Paul & Magen
Yeah, it's a really cool set up. Thanks for watching guys.
Cool!! Really neat concept!!
Thank you! Cheers!
What a great idea, love it! Australia
Thanks so much! 😊
Hi from Florida, cool shower.
Hi!
Awesome!
Thank you! Cheers!
Storyteller really nailed the shower in the 144. The shower/bathroom was one of the main reasons we eventually moved on from our
Revel to a more custom option. In our new van we opted for a shower off the back since we pretty much exclusively boondock in the west where that is an option. Our van builder has an option fairly similar to storyteller, but they have a removable shower pan that you take out when you want to take a shower inside the van. In a 144 it is hard to nail a shower, but if you need one the Storyteller IMO is definitely the best option.
Yeah, it is a really clever idea. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Great idea and well demonstrated. This is going on the refit plan. Quick close and open blockout curtains will be a must, but I can design those fairly easily. Didn't think I could fit a shower/toilet into the Sprinter, so YAY and thank you.
Glad it was helpful! Would love to see what you come up wiht.
Awesome SHOWERR, thanks for inviting us along 🚿
Any time! Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
I’m impressed with the shower. I like that it “stows and goes”. I don’t want a “permanent shower”, because I’m all about saving space. Although it looks like it’s covered, I like that the mirror is right there. I really like that the water heater is powered by diesel. I would like to stay away from LPG as much as possible. I also like that you can store your toiletries in the cabinet once everything is put away. Cool shower! Being a future travel nurse from Texas, I’m really leaning toward getting a van RV, so I don’t have to worry about another vehicle to get to work.
Yeah, I think this is the perfect travel nurse type vehicle. It’s such a great set up. Thanks for watching and commenting on
I think I like this style best. I'd probably bring a couple extra jerry cans so i could take a little longer hot shower...lol.
Yeah, that’s a good idea. This van is set up to carry a couple of Jerry cans.
Nice ideas.
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Wowzers!! Pretty cool!
I think so too. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Sharon from Vermont. Excited to learn more about this van.
Van Tour comes out tomorrow.
Love it. Have something similar in my popup camper.
Yeah, such a cool design.
I love the shower design and the cassette toilet placement. Great use of space.
Yeah, it's genius! Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Well done.
Thanks
You’re so funny with that towel on top of your head . Thanks for sharing I will definitely make mine build the same idea.
haha....had to put it somewhere. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
I like the clever folding part of the curtain. Seems quite doable to me. These videos give me lots of ideas for when we are going to build our own probably cargo trailer set up. Thanks.
Yeah, that van definitely has some great ideas for builds. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Your shower vid went much smoother than mine! Lol
haha.....but im sure yours will be more popular!
@@30AndAWakeUp Yeah... Bev's was better!
I am so glad it worked out so well!! If I could do van life, I think I would go with the Storyteller. 😃
Yeah, I really like the Storyteller.
Great location! Look at those views! Good idea putting your rag on your head... lol! The shower did seem pretty easy to put down and back up again. Fantastic and very convenient for sure! Thanks for sharing with us! Hope you have a great day Kevin! 😊
Yeah, it’s definitely a great design. I’ve really enjoyed it. Thanks for watching and commenting.
The 30 days are almost over. Bummer, I wish you were doing this longer. We really enjoy learning about the STO. Thanks for your videos.
Yeah, it would’ve been nice to be able to keep it a little longer. Thanks for watching and commenting.
FINALLY the shower review! Thanks for sharing Kev!
Hope you like it!
@@30AndAWakeUp YES! Easy to set up and put away...plenty of room and love that the hot water is available immediately...as a life long camper, i'm used to "military" showers and that wouldn't bother me a single bit! :-)
@@CellasChariot Yeah, it really is great!
Thank you for the suggestion on the beginning of the video if we wanted to skip no one really does that thank you so much I didn't skip I like your video I enjoyed your content thank you so much
No problem.
Fantastic setup
I think so too! Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Looks good to me. I’m glad you’re happy with it. Godspeed!
Thank you!
Wow! What a view!
Sweet little shower🧼
Yeah, super clever design. Love it. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
@@30AndAWakeUp have a fantastic day! I know you will!
I like the shower setup . . . Simple, east to use and stores out of the way . . .
Yeah, I really like it so far. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Love it , and it 's very simple .
Yeah, it's such a clever design. i love it. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Great job on the video. Tastefully done for such an interesting topic.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
No sleep walking Kevin! Be careful!!! I like that shower and I'm thinking of going with a smaller rig. I've used the shower in my rig 3 times now and I've never been disappointed. I have a 30 ft. 2007 Sunseeker by Forester River. I used my shower in Denver when I didn't want to walk through the snow to the coin operated showers. Right now I'm by the Klamath River in California and I used it when I hiked to the beach (5 miles) and when I got back it was dark and started raining.
Very cool. Having a functional shower in your rig makes all the difference for sure. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Watching from Brooklyn New York
Thanks for watching!
You are proof (washcloth on your head) that necessity is the mother of invention! Great demonstration, safe travels!
Ha ha! Thanks for watching and commenting.
I like that shower!
Im digging it as well. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Coolest shower setup Ive seen by FAR!! Love how easily it packs away, and they you have hot water instantly!! Beautiful rig overall!!
Yeah, it really is pretty awesome.
Watching from chilly Western Maryland.
Thanks for watching Bill!
It would be Storyteller, for me!💖
Im digging it so far!
Exactly its so awesome to shower inside your van. I Love your shower 👍
It really is! Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Pittsburgh, PA - love watching your videos. Counting on you for information when we pull the trigger on full time van life when I retire. Got to see and tour our first Storyteller at La Mesa RV in Sacramento after trip to Redwoods National Park. Appreciate all you share.
No problem. Glad you think I’m providing some useful stuff here. Thanks for watching and commenting
I like that it keeps the van open. I would probably use the outdoor shower while boondocking and people not around.
Yeah, for sure. That is what I did most of the time.
I love that shower setup!!
It works, it's hidden it's perfect!!!!... Amazing!...
yeah it is great
Hi----I was in the Navy 64 to 68 RD5. I live in Kissimmee Florida. Enjoy your videos! God bless in your travels.
Very cool....thanks so much for your service. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Excellent video...greetings from OCEAN SHORES on the WASHINGTON COAST!!!
Nice! Ive been to Ocean Shores...love that area. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
That is easier to setup than I imagined. However, a dedicated shower will fit our family needs. And I prefer the longer "Marriott" style shower over a Navy Shower. Thank you for the info and have a great day.
Yeah, I prefer very long showers as well. Maybe someday they’ll design a van shower that’s able to do that.
I just ordered my van and I'm going to do the same thing as you with the shower. it looks fantastic. Hecksal from las vegas.
Very cool! Congrats!
Hi from Tampa, Fl. It sure looks like you love that van more every day. It seems perfect for you.
Yeah, I definitely dig this van. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I was in the Navy as well and I hated the showers on board the ship.
This shower definitely helps save space but it seems like a lot of work and very inconvenient to have to do on a regular basis.
Thanks for sharing this, there are some factors that I may not have considered if I hadn't seen your video.
No problem!
That's pretty nifty!
Yeah, I am really digging it. Thanks for watching and commenting.
One word to describe the shower- "unique"👍.
Yeah, it's a cool design. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
This is one good design
it really is
What a icky parking place!! I prefer the south with shade grass and trees!! 😀LOL ❤️ and ✝️🛐 s
Understand for sure
Watched from Lewiston, Idaho.
Liked how easy setup of shower was.
Yeah, it really is such an easy setup. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
I'm in Victoria on Vancouver Island, BC Canada in my full time RV currently in my mother's driveway as we are on Covid lockdown. I have a classic 1995 Roadtrek with my shower in the middle of the aisle. I actually love it too😊🚙🇨🇦
Very cool. I've been to Victoria a few times. I love it.
brilliant shower!
Yeah, it’s a great design. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I like how there is a note saying when shower scene starts 😂
No problem!
I was NAVY also. Love the Van. Pick mine up this weekend. See ya on the road. Safe travels!
Nice! Got to love those Navy showers!
Watching your videos from Columbus, Ohio.
Awesome! Thank you!
I would love to have the whole entire van right now 🥰
it's pretty great! :) Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
What a great setup!
Also, cracking up at your thumbnail with the cloth on your head! 😂
Yeah, I was curious how that thumbnail would be accepted
Like the concept of the shower. Being able to store the entire package in a small cabinet is pretty great. Unfortunately, I can't get on board with that toilet. Seems like it is better suited for a last option or emergency use only, which is fine, but kinda defeats the purpose of having a bathroom in your rig to start with. Great vid Kevin; thx for the early release.
Yeah, I get the toilet apprehension. It's kind of grown on me though.
From my perspective, the moment you choose the short wheelbase sprinter, your options become quite narrow and one cannot think of the bathroom as a full-time resource. If I were boondocking on BLM land, I would use the toilet outside in one of those outdoor tents (WolfWise 6.6FT Portable Pop Up Shower Privacy Tent Spacious Dressing Changing Room for Toilet Camping Biking Beach).
You get privacy, air, and space away from the van.
Kevin, the hike was WELL WORTH IT! As someone ABNORMALLY TERRIFIED of heights...I would be WELL BACK from the edge!!😟 I was never in the Navy (my dad was:)) but in my Class C...I still do a 'military-style shower. Actually, i would be ok for a shower like that...especially knowing what the TRADE-OFF IS: FREEDOM to roam where you want!! Have safe and blessed travels! LUCRETIA
Thank you so much, Lucretia.
This is incredible! Watching from Mexico! Love you new van.
Hi! Thanks for stopping by! :)
Awesome video watching from work in fl. Wish I was living that life. Safe travels
Yeah, I feel really fortunate to get to live this life. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I took Navy bath in a outdoor popup tent many times. Didn't need the shower (wasted too much water), just use a table top, a pan, and a scoop. Put the hot water pan on the table, wash the head first and let the water drip back to the pan, then reuse the water for the body. After washing, rinse the whole body with fresh water, done. Used only 2 gallons.
20 years in the Navy here....so I get that for sure.
I'm from Wild Wonderful West Virginia and I find your video informative - the van life is a temptation I am warming up to it. I like how your honest and tell the bad with the good. Thanks for your service to our country.
Appreciate that. Thanks for watching.
@@30AndAWakeUp Honored.
I am in Western Australia and I love the shower and the curtain idea
It’s great.
I have to say I think it’s the most ingenious design on the market! I’m saving for my beast!
Yeah, it really is. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Myrtle Beach in the house!! we call it the boot camp shower..haha
Ha ha! Definitely a Boot Camp style shower.
Looks like a great little shower 👍🏻
Yeah I really like it. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Watching from Vancouver
Nice! Thanks for watching and commenting. 🚍
Watching from NC this morning. Nice tutorial and shower looks amazing! No place for soap or wash cloth to hang during the shower however you found a food spot for the cloth!
Ha ha! Yep found a great spot for the washcloth. Thanks for watching and commenting.
It's been a while, but perfect timing. I just got my Storyteller and haven't used the shower. Great to see another first time user. Thanks Master Chief.
LCDR Bill Beyatte, Navy Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA
Very cool! I love that version of the STO. Congrats.
Love the shower!
Me too! Thanks for watching and commenting.
I love the shower set up. Would love to have one because it frees up a lot of space. Only dislike the toilet issue. Maybe if it had another halo curtain that would deploy over a fixed external cassette toilet for privacy and external removal of the poo. That would be my preference but out where you are, I’d probably just go outside 😂
Yeah, that’s a good idea. Figuring out a way to make the toilet situation more private.