GEAR & SETUP

Tesla Model Y 2026 LR AWD. Sony ZV-E1. Starlink Mini. 6 months, 28,000 miles, 50 states. No hotels — just camp mode, Planet Fitness showers, and the open road.

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THE CAR

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Tesla Model Y 2026 Long Range AWD — ~320mi EPA, ~250-270mi real range.

Tesla Model Y 2026 LR AWD

The home on wheels for 6 months, 28,000 miles

Camp Mode

Climate control all night, uses ~5-7% battery in summer

Tesla Window Shades

Privacy + blackout + thermal insulation. Essential for camp mode

$50-100

Tesla Steering Wheel Tray

Clips on steering wheel for eating in the car

$25-35

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SLEEP

6 items

180 nights in the Tesla. Comfort is everything.

Exped MegaMat Duo 10

Self-inflating, 3.9 inch thick, fits Model Y trunk perfectly

$300

Compressible Pillow

Therm-a-Rest or Sea to Summit

$30-50

Camping Blanket (Rumpl)

Lightweight, compressible, washable

$50-100

Fitted Sheet

Comfort + hygiene

$20-30

Extra Light Blanket

For cold mountain nights (Montana, Colorado)

$20-30

Earplugs + Sleep Mask

Walmart parking at 2am, noisy neighbors

$10

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CAMERA & FILMING

9 items

Everything to capture the journey for YouTube.

Sony ZV-E1

Full-frame mirrorless, 4K 120fps, compact body, incredible low-light

Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D

Ultra-wide for landscapes, interiors, Milky Way shots

K&F Concept ND Variable 77mm

ND2-400 for cinematic video in bright conditions

DJI Drone (Mini or Air)

Aerial shots = game changer. Mini = no FAA license (<250g)

Compact Travel Tripod

Timelapses, night shots, solo vlogs

External Mic (Rode)

Clean audio for vlogs

Extra Batteries (x3+ per device)

Camera + drone batteries

SD Cards (3-4x 128GB+)

You'll shoot A LOT of footage

Camera Bag

Compact, protective, for hiking

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TECH & WORK

5 items

Edit, upload, and stay connected.

Laptop

Editing, uploading, managing the website

External SSD (2-4TB) x2

Daily backup. Two drives = backup of the backup

Starlink Mini (Roam)

100GB/month, internet in the middle of nowhere

$50/mo

Phone Plan

Unlimited data for navigation, music, uploads

$20/mo

Multi-USB 12V Hub

Charge phone, cameras, laptop simultaneously

$15-25

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CHARGING

5 items

Stay charged across 50 states.

Tesla Mobile Connector + Cable

For standard outlets, RV parks, people's homes

$200

NEMA 14-50 Adapter

50A RV park plugs. Most useful after Superchargers

$35

NEMA 5-15 Adapter

Standard outlet, 3-5 mph of range

Included

50ft Extension Cord (10 gauge)

The outlet is sometimes far from parking

$40-60

J1772 Adapter

For non-Tesla Level 2 chargers

$50

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EMERGENCY & SAFETY

7 items

Teslas have no spare tire. Be prepared.

Tire Repair Kit

No spare tire. A nail in the desert = game over without this

$15-25

12V Tire Inflator

Essential in remote areas

$30-50

Lithium 12V Jump Starter

If the 12V battery dies

$50-80

First Aid Kit

Basic injuries, meds, bandages

$20-30

Bear Spray

Mandatory in Montana, Wyoming, Glacier NP

$30-40

USB Rechargeable Headlamp

Camping nights, finding stuff in the dark

$15-25

Powerful Flashlight

Security + night exploration

$20-30

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HYGIENE

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Planet Fitness Black Card = showers nationwide.

Planet Fitness Black Card

Showers at 2,700+ locations. 10 away-visits/month, $5 after

$25/mo

Quick-Dry Towels (x2)

Dries fast, compact, no smell

$15-25

Hanging Toiletry Bag

Organized, hangs anywhere

$15-20

Body Wipes

For days without a shower (BLM land, wild camping)

$10-15

Sunscreen SPF 50+

6 months outside, desert, mountains. You WILL burn

$15

Bug Spray (Deep Woods OFF)

Southeast, Great Lakes, Maine = insane mosquitoes

$10

Laundry Bag

Separate clean from dirty, wash at laundromat

$10

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FOOD & KITCHEN

5 items

Simple setup. Mostly eating out (Chipotle life).

Hard Cooler (48-60qt)

Fits in sub-trunk. Water, snacks, leftovers

$30-80

Reusable Water Bottle (1L+)

Stay hydrated, especially in the desert

$15-25

Reusable Utensils

Fork, knife, spoon, chopsticks

$10

Multitool (Leatherman)

1000 uses per day

$30-80

Trash Bags

Keep the Tesla clean. Leave no trace

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CLOTHING

11 items

Minimalist. Laundromat every 1-2 weeks.

T-shirts (5-7)

Dark colors (dust, sweat)

Shorts (3)

For the South and summer

Pants/Jeans (2)

One for the road, one clean

Convertible Hiking Pants

Zip-off = shorts + pants

Hoodies (2)

One light, one warm

Waterproof Jacket

Oregon, Washington, Maine = rain

Down Jacket (compressible)

Montana, Wyoming, Colorado in October

Hiking Shoes

Comfortable, already broken in

Sandals + Sneakers

Showers, beach, city

Swim Trunks

Beaches, hot springs, lakes

Cap + Beanie + Polarized Sunglasses

Desert sun + cold mountain nights

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DOCUMENTS

6 items

The boring but essential stuff.

Driver's License + Registration + Insurance

America the Beautiful Pass

Digital — all national parks for 1 year

$80

Passport

Optional — Canada shortcut between MI and VT

2 Bank Cards + Cash ($200-300)

In case one gets blocked

Tesla Key Card

Backup if phone dies

Cloud Backup of All Docs

Scan everything in Google Drive

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COMFORT & MISC

6 items

Small things that make 6 months livable.

Folding Camp Chair (Helinox)

Sit outside at camp, watch sunsets

$25-80

Ground Mat / Beach Blanket

Picnics, beach, hanging outside

$15-20

Daypack (20-30L)

Hikes, city visits, carrying camera gear

$30-50

Compact Binoculars

Wildlife, distant views

$20-50

Squeegee + Window Cleaner + Microfiber Cloths

28,000 miles of bugs on the windshield

$20

Zip Ties + Tape

Temporary fix for anything

$10

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TESLA LAYOUT

7 items

Where everything goes in the car.

Trunk (seats folded)

Mattress + bedding = sleep zone

Sub-trunk

Cooler + charging cables + emergency kit

Frunk

Laundry bag, window shades, extension cord

Passenger Seat

Camera bag + laptop while driving

Center Console

USB cables, sunglasses, wallet, snacks

Door Pockets

Water bottle, wipes, headlamp

Behind Driver Seat

Daypack, jacket

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CAMP MODE

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Tips for sleeping in a Tesla.

Battery Usage

~5-7% per night summer, ~10-15% in cold weather

Ideal Temperature

64-69°F (18-21°C) for best comfort/efficiency

Charging Strategy

Charge to 80% max. Arrive at Supercharger at ~10%

Where to Sleep

BLM land, Walmart, Supercharger lots, rest areas, Cracker Barrel

Critical Zones

Rural MT, ND, KS, NE = plan every charge with ABRP