Badass Adventure Van - Free Airport Delivery - Unlimited Miles
Excellent
20 reviews
Offers delivery
21+
Sleeps 2
18 ft. long
- Unlimited mileage
- Full-size memory foam mattress.
- Sheets, pillows, comforter, sleeping bag(s).
- Propane oven & stove with 2 propane bottles
- Cookware: pots, pans, utensils, cups, filet knife, etc.
- Cooler stocked w/ ice + freeze pak
- 5 gallon water jug w/ spigot
- 3.5 gallon camp shower, bath towels, hand towels.
- Portable camp toilet, self-contained with fresh water flush system.
- Battery bank with outlets & solar panels. Charge w/ solar or outlet.
- Roof rack + lockable storage + ratchet straps (kayak add-on available)
- Hitch for light hauling/bicycle carrier (bikes add-on available)
- Portable camp table(s)
- Camping chairs (x2)
- Firewood
- Small shop vacuum
- Bristle boot cleaner
- Additional supplies **NOT** guaranteed, but provided as available: aluminum foil, zip-locs, trash bags, bug spray, cleaning wipes, etc.Safety:
• Bear spray
• First aid kit
• Spare tire, jack, wrench, mallet
• Emergency roadside equipment:
- Tow strap
- Spare battery
- 10amp battery charger
- Jumper cables
- Tire patch kit + fix a flat
- Air compressor
- Shovel (off-season only)
- Head lamps
- Socket set
- Miscellaneous tools, tape
- Firewood
- Firestarter, fluid**Outdoorsy does offer roadside assistance in their coverage plans. However, know that cell service is limited in remote parts of Alaska. Van equipped with roadside emergency equipment and spare tire. This van is intended to be self-sufficient, like a true Alaskan.Recommendations• --- Dare to be Different ---The van with Alaskan plates and gas cans on the roof loomed over Maserati’s and Ferraris of Miami. I felt as out of place as Medusa walking into a Target for a routine grocery run. I suspect people expected the uncle from Christmas Vacation to pop out of the van, looking for a place to dump sewage.A look of bewilderment fell on people’s faces as I told them I lived in the van. They could not comprehend such a lifestyle choice.Perhaps their bewilderment stems from blindly following the social norms of a consumerist society filled with social constructs and white-picket fences. Had they ever paused to question what it meant to truly live? Despite their burning curiosities about Alaska, they had never been. I wondered how long that fire inside would dwindle before burning out entirely.“Most people exist, that is all.” - Oscar WildeI am not immune to the winds of society, but as my road trip drew toward a close, a word I had never once questioned before, felt foreign to me: “home”. A somberness overcame me as I thought about returning to a “life” of routine and paychecks.A naïve and stubborn heart of mine remained back somewhere in the misty mountains of the Yukon. I nearly turned around the way I came, leaving what I have always known.Enough about my adventure… Here are the keys, what will yours be?Other things to noteThis vehicle is 27 years old, it is functional, comfortable and safe, but it is no beauty queen. It has some quirks (don't we all). I use this van myself for my own adventures around Alaska. I hope it provides you with as much joy as it has me on my trips.
- Unlimited mileage
- Full-size memory foam mattress.
- Sheets, pillows, comforter, sleeping bag(s).
- Propane oven & stove with 2 propane bottles
- Cookware: pots, pans, utensils, cups, filet knife, etc.
- Cooler stocked w/ ice + freeze pak
- 5 gallon water jug w/ spigot
- 3.5 gallon camp shower, bath towels, hand towels.
- Portable camp toilet, self-contained with fresh water flush system.
- Battery bank with outlets & solar panels. Charge w/ solar or outlet.
- Roof rack + lockable storage + ratchet straps (kayak add-on available)
- Hitch for light hauling/bicycle carrier (bikes add-on available)
- Portable camp table(s)
- Camping chairs (x2)
- Firewood
- Small shop vacuum
- Bristle boot cleaner
- Additional supplies **NOT** guaranteed, but provided as available: aluminum foil, zip-locs, trash bags, bug spray, cleaning wipes, etc.Safety:
• Bear spray
• First aid kit
• Spare tire, jack, wrench, mallet
• Emergency roadside equipment:
- Tow strap
- Spare battery
- 10amp battery charger
- Jumper cables
- Tire patch kit + fix a flat
- Air compressor
- Shovel (off-season only)
- Head lamps
- Socket set
- Miscellaneous tools, tape
- Firewood
- Firestarter, fluid**Outdoorsy does offer roadside assistance in their coverage plans. However, know that cell service is limited in remote parts of Alaska. Van equipped with roadside emergency equipment and spare tire. This van is intended to be self-sufficient, like a true Alaskan.Recommendations• --- Dare to be Different ---The van with Alaskan plates and gas cans on the roof loomed over Maserati’s and Ferraris of Miami. I felt as out of place as Medusa walking into a Target for a routine grocery run. I suspect people expected the uncle from Christmas Vacation to pop out of the van, looking for a place to dump sewage.A look of bewilderment fell on people’s faces as I told them I lived in the van. They could not comprehend such a lifestyle choice.Perhaps their bewilderment stems from blindly following the social norms of a consumerist society filled with social constructs and white-picket fences. Had they ever paused to question what it meant to truly live? Despite their burning curiosities about Alaska, they had never been. I wondered how long that fire inside would dwindle before burning out entirely.“Most people exist, that is all.” - Oscar WildeI am not immune to the winds of society, but as my road trip drew toward a close, a word I had never once questioned before, felt foreign to me: “home”. A somberness overcame me as I thought about returning to a “life” of routine and paychecks.A naïve and stubborn heart of mine remained back somewhere in the misty mountains of the Yukon. I nearly turned around the way I came, leaving what I have always known.Enough about my adventure… Here are the keys, what will yours be?Other things to noteThis vehicle is 27 years old, it is functional, comfortable and safe, but it is no beauty queen. It has some quirks (don't we all). I use this van myself for my own adventures around Alaska. I hope it provides you with as much joy as it has me on my trips.
Quick summary
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Unleash your wild side; this van is ready for authentic Alaskan exploration.
Enjoy unlimited miles and all essential gear for a hassle-free adventure.
Relax on memory foam, utilize the outdoor shower, and a stocked kitchen.
Experience a truly turn-key journey with free airport delivery and local insight.
1997 Ford Econoline 150
Length
18 ft
18 ft
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Tank Size
35 gal
35 gal
Sleeps
2
2
Seatbelts
2
2
Sleeping arrangements
1 bed
Full bed
1
1
Host add-ons
A. Free Airport Delivery
B. Free Storage Box
C. Free Firewood and Ice
E. Diesel Heater
F. Two Bicycles
H. Acoustic Guitar
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Dates
Guest reviews
Excellent
20 reviews
Overall rating
5
4
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2
1
Communication
4.78
Cleanliness
4.61
Maintenance
3.83
Value
4.5
Listing accuracy
4.72
Review summary
Flexible & highly communicative host
Eric offers airport delivery/pickup, accommodates early/late schedules, provides detailed van walkthroughs, and offers helpful local suggestions. He checks in mid-trip.
Drives with some older quirks
An older, noisy van that occasionally stalls during turns or in reverse; it reliably travels to destinations but requires driver adjustment. Some reviewers reported doors not sealing and a consistent check engine light.
Features
- Sleeps 2
- 2 seatbelts
- Fresh water: 5 gal
- Fuel type: Gas
- Fuel capacity: 35 gal
- Automatic transmission
- Sleeps 2
- 2 seatbelts
- Fresh water: 5 gal
- Fuel type: Gas
- Fuel capacity: 35 gal
- Automatic transmission
Amenities
- Linens included
- Toilet
- Outside Shower
- Toilet paper
- Solart
- Audio Inputs
- Radio
- Oven
- Stove
- Linens included
- Toilet
- Outside Shower
- Toilet paper
- Solart
- Audio Inputs
- Radio
- Oven
- Stove
Nearby places to stay
Anchorage, AK • Exact location provided after booking
1. Jeff's at Big Lake RV Park
Wasilla, AK • 25 miles away
2. Mooseberry Cabins
Willow, AK • 37 miles away
3. Bing Brown's RV Park and Motel
Sterling, AK • 51 miles away
4. Creek View Campground
Seward, AK • 73 miles away
5. Nash Bayfront Campground
Seward, AK • 75 miles away
Availability and RV fit not guaranteed. Please verify directly with campgrounds before booking.
Anchorage, AK • Exact location provided after booking
Rules and policies
- 10 a.m. start time
12 p.m. end time - Music festival friendly
- Tailgating friendly
- Not pet friendly
- No smoking
- Unlimited mileage
- No generator
Cancellation: Strict
Frequently asked questions
Q.
Is boondocking in Alaska possible, or do I have to stay at campgrounds?
A.
Boondocking in Alaska is possible, in a large part because of how remote most parts of Alaska is. You can find turnouts and creative camping spots when outside the city of Anchorage. While in Anchorage, Cabelas at 155 W 104th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99515 offers free overnight stays. There are many State campgrounds as well, most of which are $20 per night.
Q.
Are there any restricted roads I can travel, such as gravel roads?
A.
Certain highways in Alaska that go to more remote communities are not regularly maintained by the State of Alaska and can be very rough. I do not restrict the use of any roads with the van, but if you plan to use these roads, an additional $500 security deposit is necessary. Dempster, Denali, Dalton, Elliot, Steese, Taylor, McCarthy
Q.
Where can I shower?
A.
The van comes with a basic portable shower (unheated) for outside use. The van comes with a privacy tent, and the shower can be used in a pinch or for those who don't mind a cold shower. In Anchorage there are gyms, such as Planet Fitness. There are also campgrounds throughout Alaska with showers. Bear in mind, Anchorage is the only major city accessible by road other than Fairbanks, so when traveling out of town, prepare to be more independent.
Meet your host, Eric
Member since 2023
