The CLC Teardrop DIY Trailer

The DIY Trailer (as seen on my roadtrip)

This blog post is inspired by the guy I met at the “Colorado Welcome Center” who built his own trailer based off the following CLC kit plan from As seen in the Facebook post, he built this portion of the trailer in two weeks but still has another two weeks of final touches.

Here is the promotional video of what the finished teardrop trailer camper looks like.

Also mentioned in the Facebook post is the Gidget Camper, pictured below:Image result for gidget camper

 

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Roadtrip Day 1 – Photos

The following photos are the highlights from my first day on the road, which really started after I passed Winstar Casino in Oklahoma till the outskirts of Salina Kansas.

This was the initial break in the storm as I was leaving Oklahoma and entering Kansas.
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Taylor Nelson’s PDC & EDE Adventure – Episode 3 – Stuffing the Jeep

Jamming the Jeep Full of Gear

This vlog takes you through how I packed my Jeep for the 12-weeks in Oregon at Lost Valley. I managed to pack in the Texas heat and humidity on the first day of my roadtrip – before arriving to Salina, Kansas.

I can’t just get enough of “Taylor’s Time-lapse!” So there is another in this episode.

Here is my previous Vlog:

Taylor Nelson’s PDC & EDE Adventure – Episode 1 – Packing Day

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/h1XdfrcqYdo

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Packing The Adventuremobile – Photos

What’s an adventure without your trusty steed?

I’m pretty sure I overpacked, but I would rather have something and not need it, than need it and not have it. And I somehow managed to have left over space to see out the rear window, see all rear blind spots, and have quick access to the cooler and my camera gear.

So far, I’ve had to stop several times to secure my bike, the yoga mats on the roof, and readjust the roof bag and straps. The downside to the bag is the sail effect while diving in high winds…

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I took several photo as I progressively packed:

Opened Jeep, ready to be loaded down
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Taylor Nelson’s PDC & EDE Adventure – Episode 2 – Campsite Dry-Run

Campsite Dry-Run

This vlog takes you through the process of my campsite setup through an initial dry-run. It covers my tent and my hammock covered with a camo tarp. Lots of options for when I go exploring or camping out onsite.

Get ready for more of “Taylor’s Time-lapse” in this episode. Fun fact – it was hot AND humid that day too!

Here is my first, and previous Vlog:

Taylor Nelson’s PDC & EDE Adventure – Episode 1 – Packing Day

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/sG7nPOC-TWE

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