I've been thinking a lot about my ideal van layout. I like the shorter vans for ease of travel and parking, but I really want a shower and bathroom. It seems like the halo shower concept works really well.

amazing project. you have extra space. i always tought bathrooms are a waste of space to use only for shower.

This might just win the prize for the best van shower design ever! I lived in a school bus for a year with my husband in 1971-72 (we had our first baby in said bus) and I would have loved to have such a shower. I learned to take a pretty thorough bath and head wash with a couple of gallons of water I heated up on the stove, though!

Looked very convenient. Nice to clean up after hiking in warmer climates.

I would put a mark on the shower on so you know we're the best temperature is and then you won't waste water finding the temperature.

I love that shower! The design gives you so much more space than a fixed shower!

I think I would like a shower like that so I could have more room in the van.

The shower is something I could live with but NOT the toilet with no privacy. Even traveling single, I would prefer not to have my toilet out along with my prepping and eating area. It's like you are eating in an outside toilet. That is to much 'openess' for me.

I like the shower. The instant hot water must be very nice. All I have is cold or heat on the stove and bucket baths.

If I were a solo traveler, that shower/toilet combo would be great. My son will be traveling with me some, so it wouldn't work for the two of us. The only thing I would change would be instead of the two screw-type things holding in the drop-down, I'd like spring action ones. Those screw ones seem a little hard to do. Great video!!!

Well designed, thanks for the demonstration. I prefer the function and storage of the enclosed bathroom in the (my) Revel. Cheers from Denver👍

That is an awesome shower! Clever design! Jonnie made something like that in her build!

I took Navy bath in a outdoor popup tent many times. Didn't need the shower (wasted too much water), just use a table top, a pan, and a scoop. Put the hot water pan on the table, wash the head first and let the water drip back to the pan, then reuse the water for the body. After washing, rinse the whole body with fresh water, done. Used only 2 gallons.

I am glad this shower concept works for you. For me, I like the rear bath and Coachmen has been improving that design some. I prefer not having a bathroom next to or across from the kitchen, old fashioned I guess. Thanks for bring the content, it is fun to watch.

I’m impressed with the shower. I like that it “stows and goes”. I don’t want a “permanent shower”, because I’m all about saving space. Although it looks like it’s covered, I like that the mirror is right there. I really like that the water heater is powered by diesel. I would like to stay away from LPG as much as possible. I also like that you can store your toiletries in the cabinet once everything is put away. Cool shower! Being a future travel nurse from Texas, I’m really leaning toward getting a van RV, so I don’t have to worry about another vehicle to get to work.

Thank you for the suggestion on the beginning of the video if we wanted to skip no one really does that thank you so much I didn't skip I like your video I enjoyed your content thank you so much

Like the concept of the shower. Being able to store the entire package in a small cabinet is pretty great. Unfortunately, I can't get on board with that toilet. Seems like it is better suited for a last option or emergency use only, which is fine, but kinda defeats the purpose of having a bathroom in your rig to start with. Great vid Kevin; thx for the early release.

That shower design makes sense now! When you did the show & tell at the Tampa RV show, I was wondering how on earth that thing worked. But wow - that's super compact & efficient. Next sticker idea -your head with the washcloth on top 😄

There you go, walking backward toward the edge again. In flip flops.

Watching from America. Your problem will always be "water", therefore, upgrade the shower set-up by adding a "rain water collection system" and if you plan to use that rain water for consumption as well, then you'll just need water filters and uv lights to clean it. Final step to shower set-up is if you set-up a water-recycling system then it re-claims the water, just filter the water to clean it. Just a suggestion to stay off grid for longer periods of time.

It would be Storyteller, for me!💖

Yep, I can see that design making it's way into few other vans. Works very well!

Sharon from Vermont. Excited to learn more about this van.

Storyteller really nailed the shower in the 144. The shower/bathroom was one of the main reasons we eventually moved on from our Revel to a more custom option. In our new van we opted for a shower off the back since we pretty much exclusively boondock in the west where that is an option. Our van builder has an option fairly similar to storyteller, but they have a removable shower pan that you take out when you want to take a shower inside the van. In a 144 it is hard to nail a shower, but if you need one the Storyteller IMO is definitely the best option.

Those temporary shut offs on the shower heads always keep a small trickle going so it won’t scald or burn when you turn the water back on. Love the new van!! Very nice set up sir.

PERFECT SHOWER

I was in the Navy as well and I hated the showers on board the ship. This shower definitely helps save space but it seems like a lot of work and very inconvenient to have to do on a regular basis. Thanks for sharing this, there are some factors that I may not have considered if I hadn't seen your video.

Awesome SHOWERR, thanks for inviting us along 🚿

You’re so funny with that towel on top of your head . Thanks for sharing I will definitely make mine build the same idea.

Coolest shower setup Ive seen by FAR!! Love how easily it packs away, and they you have hot water instantly!! Beautiful rig overall!!

The 30 days are almost over. Bummer, I wish you were doing this longer. We really enjoy learning about the STO. Thanks for your videos.

Watched from Lewiston, Idaho. Liked how easy setup of shower was.

Well done.

I'm from Wild Wonderful West Virginia and I find your video informative - the van life is a temptation I am warming up to it. I like how your honest and tell the bad with the good. Thanks for your service to our country.

I just ordered my van and I'm going to do the same thing as you with the shower. it looks fantastic. Hecksal from las vegas.

I am so glad it worked out so well!! If I could do van life, I think I would go with the Storyteller. 😃

I am in Western Australia and I love the shower and the curtain idea

Exactly its so awesome to shower inside your van. I Love your shower 👍

Kia Ora Greetings from New Zealand I loved the shower

I think it’s a great way to save space in a small van. To have a big space closed in for two three minutes of use a day is a waste of space. I hope you buy one , and not sleep in a car like a homeless person lol.

I like that it keeps the van open. I would probably use the outdoor shower while boondocking and people not around.

I definitely. Want a built in shower. Toilet room !!

I love that shower setup!! It works, it's hidden it's perfect!!!!... Amazing!...

I’m vacationing in Palm Springs for this video. Thanks for the shower demo.

FINALLY the shower review! Thanks for sharing Kev!

Built in for sure. But I like the option.

I could totally do that shower.

Well, first of all, thank you for sharing your experience with a compact shower for RV, it is fabulous, I am going to use it as a model for my camper van, but here in South America you cannot get that kit, so I am going to manufacture it. Then I'll tell you how it went😂😂👌🤙

I would love to have the whole entire van right now 🥰

That was so cool! We love living full time in our truck camper but van life is something we always talk about doing one day. We love the shower setup. Thanks for sharing!

Hi from Tampa, Fl. It sure looks like you love that van more every day. It seems perfect for you.

Nice the shower space doesn't take up room, but I'm not sure I would want the hassle to set it up & take it down every time I want to take a shower. So I say there's plusses & minuses. But then again I like more convenience than you need. ha. Thanks!

I'm in Victoria on Vancouver Island, BC Canada in my full time RV currently in my mother's driveway as we are on Covid lockdown. I have a classic 1995 Roadtrek with my shower in the middle of the aisle. I actually love it too😊🚙🇨🇦

Hi from Florida, cool shower.

Myrtle Beach in the house!! we call it the boot camp shower..haha

Watching from Brooklyn New York

Looks like a great little shower 👍🏻

Great job on the video. Tastefully done for such an interesting topic.

You are proof (washcloth on your head) that necessity is the mother of invention! Great demonstration, safe travels!

Honestly that shower seems like a PITA. You get the steam in the main cabin unlike the travato. Might as well do a shower tent with a Joolca or Roadshower, etc

Shower looked doable-thanks for showing the funtioality

Watching from chilly Western Maryland.

I think my ideal layout would be the K-series with the wardrobe section having doors above the bed that you access from outside the bathroom and some lower storage you access from outside. Then there wouldn’t be a need for a shower curtain. I don’t like not having an enclosed bathroom area because I would use my van to travel in cities. In that STO you would have to close all the curtains in the whole van to go pee.

What a icky parking place!! I prefer the south with shade grass and trees!! 😀LOL ❤️ and ✝️🛐 s

I love the shower design and the cassette toilet placement. Great use of space.

But whose shower video will get more views - yours or Paul’s? 😄 The shower seems great, a “pro” for sure. It’s brighter in there than I though (the van generally), maybe y’all are often filming at night or on cloudy days? Thanks for sharing the shower review. 💦

I like the clever folding part of the curtain. Seems quite doable to me. These videos give me lots of ideas for when we are going to build our own probably cargo trailer set up. Thanks.

Lack of a shower stall and toilet that empties below decks, makes it a definitive no go. Winnebago Revel is the choice for me. I love the placement of the convection microwave, and the wool insulated walls.

" I need to work up a sweat so I really need a shower". LOL! Great video. Most people just show their shower, they don't really take one and make sure they use soap! I bet people with little vans like the Toyota Sienna, with a roof rack could rig something up similar. Just hook it up to the roof rack down through a slightly open window, make a flat backing, the then attach a hoop or square top and velcro on slower curtain into a pet bath tub, then have a clear tube to drain it out the door when done. On the roof can be the solar black tube like Yakima with a shower head. You could sit on a portable stool, since you can't stand up in the Sienna.

Excellent video...greetings from OCEAN SHORES on the WASHINGTON COAST!!!

Nice ideas.

Wow, u look happier in a smaller mobile van

I have to say I think it’s the most ingenious design on the market! I’m saving for my beast!

Love the shower set up. Wishing we had one in our van. Thanks for sharing. Paul & Magen

Great rig, we say from southwest Virginia

One word to describe the shower- "unique"👍.

Great video. Hello from California

I like the shower there is so much more open space putting it away. My wife and i are from SW Florida. We love your show.

I’m a picky shower person and I could see myself actually being ok with this shower! Get liquid body wash for the little holder in the shower. Much easier than bar soap

Nothing beats a hot shower after a hike! Can’t hear the wind or see the rocking of the van. I’m in Southeastern PA. Mountains and seashore a breathe away.

What a great idea, love it! Australia

Great location! Look at those views! Good idea putting your rag on your head... lol! The shower did seem pretty easy to put down and back up again. Fantastic and very convenient for sure! Thanks for sharing with us! Hope you have a great day Kevin! 😊

I like the shower setup . . . Simple, east to use and stores out of the way . . .

No sleep walking Kevin! Be careful!!! I like that shower and I'm thinking of going with a smaller rig. I've used the shower in my rig 3 times now and I've never been disappointed. I have a 30 ft. 2007 Sunseeker by Forester River. I used my shower in Denver when I didn't want to walk through the snow to the coin operated showers. Right now I'm by the Klamath River in California and I used it when I hiked to the beach (5 miles) and when I got back it was dark and started raining.

Good to know! Easy as 123.

Wowwee!! You are looking terrific with that rag on your head. Very fashionable

This is one good design

Sounds like you’re gonna get a StoryTeller! Go for it! Life is short!

I think I like this style best. I'd probably bring a couple extra jerry cans so i could take a little longer hot shower...lol.

I think this is a dyno set up. Would Definitely prefer it to any other.👍

I like the shower, and I like your demo, and I like the video!

Watching from the Philippines

I am totally SOLD on this shower feature! Absolutely love it!! ❤ 👍🏾

most rv shower heads do that so you dont get blasted with cold water when you turn the water back on as you usually turn it off like you said to save water even mine has 40 gallons it goes fast

👍😍Great views & photography. I like that the water is heated with the diesel fuel so it’s like having hot water on demand. IDK about that shower set up though.🤷🏻‍♀️ Thanks for sharing. 💝

Hello' Kevin'' i am watching from Chiloquin Oregon. have fun .

Great system. I like that it pops out from the wall. I have the XPLR Outfitters curtain for my semi truck. It has double zippers instead of magnets.. The Oyooqo shower system off Amazon. I love it. Just get a few of those gallon water jugs. 3 gallons for a good military shower. Hang it from 3m sticker hooks on the ceiling

Looks good. Bathrooms take up so much space inside a rig.

Watching your videos from Columbus, Ohio.

pretty genius, you've got all the amenities without taking up to much room!