Kristi Roams
11K subscribers
We’re Kristi & Sammy 🐾 — realistic van life from someone who’s owned 7 vans and learned a lot along the way. After traveling in everything from a DIY Ford Econoline to a converted Sprinter, I’ve figured out what actually matters in day-to-day van life: the gear, the systems, the costs, and the mistakes most people don’t see until they’re living it. Here you’ll find: → Realistic van build and gear advice → Honest costs and financial breakdowns → Practical systems for daily van life → Lessons learned after 7 vans → Life on the road with my dog Sammy Whether you’re researching van life, planning a build, or already living it, my goal is to share honest experiences and practical advice that holds up in real life. Life really is better when you roam. If you would like to support the channel, you can buy me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/kristiroams Thanks for being here and following along with our adventures. For business inquiries: [email protected]
25 Van Life Essentials I Actually Use (After 7 Vans)
Kristi Roams · 20K views · 4 days ago
What Build Videos Don't Tell You About Van Life
Kristi Roams · 6.8K views · 2 months ago
Why I Mostly Stay in State Parks (And Rarely Free Camp)
Kristi Roams · 181K views · 2 months ago
I've Owned 7 Camper Vans. Here's What I'd Never Buy Again.
Kristi Roams · 98K views · 3 weeks ago
How Much My Sprinter Van Really Cost (Full Van Life Breakdown)
Kristi Roams · 16K views · 7 months ago
A Week Off-Grid in Great Basin Changed How I Think About Van Life
Kristi Roams · 17K views · 2 months ago
I Bought These Van Life Essentials Under $50 (Zero Regrets)
Kristi Roams · 17K views · 8 months ago
I Tracked Every Dollar I Spent in Van Life (30 Days)
Kristi Roams · 7.7K views · 2 months ago
Before You Start Van Life — Do These 10 Things First
Kristi Roams · 41K views · 3 months ago
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying My First Camper Van (7 Vans Later)
Kristi Roams · 166K views · 7 months ago
How I Save Money on Campgrounds (Without Free Camping)
Kristi Roams · 64K views · 1 month ago
I’ve Owned 7 Vans — Here’s What I’d Actually Choose
Kristi Roams · 133K views · 4 months ago
How People Actually Afford Van Life (The Truth No One Talks About)
Kristi Roams · 134K views · 3 months ago
I Didn't Expect an E-Bike to Change Van Life Like This
Kristi Roams · 7.1K views · 1 month ago
Can You Really Work Full-Time From a Van? (What No One Tells You)
Kristi Roams · 5.1K views · 4 months ago
Van Life Outdoor Gear That Actually Made a Difference (Zero Regrets)
Kristi Roams · 11K views · 5 months ago
Dry Flush Toilet in Van Life? (Here’s What I Discovered)
Kristi Roams · 17K views · 5 months ago
I Ran a Camper Van Rental Company (Here's What Renters Get Wrong)
Kristi Roams · 8.9K views · 2 weeks ago
Inside My Modern Sprinter Van (Hidden Shower + King Bed)
Kristi Roams · 12K views · 8 months ago
Why Some People Love Van Life (And Others Quit)
Kristi Roams · 7.1K views · 1 month ago