My TOP 20 tips for a 200 day roadtrip in 2DR Jeep.



My TOP 20 TIPS for a 200 day roadtrip in a 2DR Jeep (82 days so far): 


1. Fill gas tank when you are at a 1/4 of tank. If you are in the Yukon, BC, Northwest Territory or Alaska, fill up a half 

2. Take out those after market grill inserts.

3. Recalibrate your speedometer for bigger tires. 

4. Worry about that cracked windshield when you get back in the States.

5. Keep phones, laptops, InReach, GoPros and other devices charged all the time.

6. Download maps when you have good WiFi. Plan ahead. 

7. Practice good hygiene every morning. Duke Cannon Cold Shower Cooling Towels are good.  Brush your teeth! Change your clothes at least every 3 days. Baby wipes are your friend. Use deodorant daily! (Thank you!)

8. Take your time getting on the road in the morning. Allow time for scripture, prayer & breakfast.

9. Use water bottles & travel mugs for coffee. Less money, less trash & you are being a good human. I refill my coffee mug at gas stations or make my own. 

10. But go easy on the caffeine & soda. 

11. Hydrate...Hydrate...Hydrate

12. Fiber...Fiber...Fiber 

13. Vitamins every morning.

14. Stay away from fast food & candy.

15. Stock up! On Mondays I stock the Jeep with food for breakfast, lunch & dinner for 5 days. Usually at Walmart. 

16. Walmart is your friend for food, supplies, tools, camping gear, going the bathroom, brushing your teeth & sleeping.

17. If you see a clean bathroom, use it whether you have to or not. 

18. Tired...stop, get out, walk, stretch...use that clean or not so clean bathroom.  

19. Adapt & Overcome. If something is not working right… Fix it...do it another way. 

20. Be spontaneous. Be flexible. Live on the edge. Have fun!  #missionforhope

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