I Bought a Solar Oven on Amazon for Van Life Cooking
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Күн бұрынI love Solar Ovens!!! Free cooking from the sun for the rest of your life--what's not to love. The best ones here can cook year-around and cook anything an oven can cook. Best of all, it's impossible to burn your food and it tastes better!!
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@rebeccatreeseed410 5 жыл бұрын
I had a large wooden planter sloped out at the top. Lined it with aluminum foil, topped with a piece of glass (taped edges). Have cooked in it for 15 years. Things don't burn or dry out. I mostly cook in a black pot like a slow cooker, but it bakes too. I live in the NM mountains, sun 300 days per year.
@MossadGanistic 2 жыл бұрын
I'm going to do that! thanks for this comment! ❤️
@judywhite7782 2 жыл бұрын
Food for thought on the glass... I saved the glass doors from an old TV stand, the edges are beveled/smooth. An old stereo unit or similar will also have these tempered doors so not as fragile as plain glass.
@johnproffitt3272 5 жыл бұрын
When I was doing construction in Kansas, I took an aluminum cake pan, put a piece of 3/4" double foil faced insulation in the bottom of the pan with the top side painted flat black. I could put a TV dinner in the pan in the morning and cover it with the clear plastic lid and I had a hot meal for lunch.
@bsteven885 5 жыл бұрын
The review starts at 7:07 -- you're welcome.
@lilsimonebiss8472 4 жыл бұрын
thx
@BuddhiYoga7 4 жыл бұрын
@E Marie or actually 8:08 haha . 5 min of how well they cook, i get it!
@kindredspirit3875 4 жыл бұрын
l0l thank u
@GoatZilla 4 жыл бұрын
thamk u
@arroyobaby38 3 жыл бұрын
B Steven -THANK YOU!!!
@lindasue8719 8 ай бұрын
After I watched this video a few years ago I bought the inexpensive foil model. I don't remember the details of my test but it got a mug of water extremely hot in very little time! I keep it permanently in my vehicle now because whether camping or in an emergency, if you've got some sun it would be a great way to warm up some water to drink or wash with!
@reneebrown2968 4 жыл бұрын
The best thing about a solar oven is not heating up your house. I dont mind baking inside in the winter but lawd have mercy, you can't be in my house if you have my oven on for more than a few minutes.
@SunOvensolarcooking 5 жыл бұрын
An All American Sun Oven is designed to use in winds up to 40 mph. It is 20% bigger than the Global Sun Oven used in the video. It can be turned on its side to be able to cook from the first lite of day or for winter cooking. A 21-pound turkey can be baked in a baking bag.
@solarboondocker4597 4 жыл бұрын
I love my sun ovens but please, 40 MPH winds? Not a chance
@Allen-yv3ue 2 жыл бұрын
I trimmed the swing metal rake at the top in older Sun oven, more swing angle ( purchased in 2007 - still works)
@sherried79 Жыл бұрын
I love to cook too and I am so thankful for all the info others share here. Thank you for the video. Even 4 yrs old it's still useful
@partridgepear Жыл бұрын
I have had a Sun Oven for years and it's wonderful. You can make one out of a cardboard box, glass to cover the opening, and tin foil on the flaps. It can boil water for you or cook if the sun is out.
@Magicmushroommasteryguide Жыл бұрын
Doesn't the heat destroy the box?
@Darkdusk87 Жыл бұрын
Best video out there that really goes into the true pros and cons and which may be a better option for your particular needs. Awesome video! Thank you!
@gibsongirl6816 5 жыл бұрын
Jim is excellent! That is the most thorough review I have seen and I watched close to a hundred easily. THANK YOU Jim!!!!!!
@maggiefriedrichs777 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information. As always Bob, you find the best people to give us the best information available. Looking forward to hearing about the other two cookers.
@hopemore3493 5 жыл бұрын
Anxiously awaiting part 2. Jim, Thanks for sharing your experience.
@linda3703 5 жыл бұрын
Oh no! I was waiting for info on the green one, since I just recieved a used one a month ago! Hope you get the second video up soon!
@katcankan7129 5 жыл бұрын
I never knew that such a device existed.
@jaymejamieson9060 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Bob and Jim/Tim?.! That was very informative. I may have to look in to one of those later on when I get a bigger rig☺. Safe travels to you both and see ya down the road!
@nancypeplau9747 2 жыл бұрын
On the All American just clip a wire or thin stick to the top of the reflectors to stop them from flopping in the wind...great video, thanks
@maribethspence9458 5 жыл бұрын
I've seen the All American one before at this organic farm I used to volunteer at, but never got to see it being used to see how it worked. So this was nice to see
@asphaltgypsy868 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video, Bob and Jim! I need to make a decision on one soon!!
@mkbartley07 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob and Jim!
@soggynomadpress 5 жыл бұрын
You had me at 'you can not burn something'. Thanks as always for the great info gentleman.
@charlesuh60m 5 жыл бұрын
I can't wait to see the other video with the all season solar cooker. I'm thinking about getting it but want to see your review. Thanks for your reviews.
@speterson6668 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob. I've been wondering about them. Love the side by side comparison. ♡♡♡
@greggm7056 5 жыл бұрын
Jim ought to design and patent a solar oven based on his knowledge. Thanks Jim and Bob!
@hopemore3493 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this, I was leaning towards the Sport Oven, now I know I want one. Can't wait to see the comparison of the other two. I built one but it's just too heavy and big to use on the road.
@experiencesolarcooking2683 2 жыл бұрын
We are using solar ovens in Haiti. Haiti is tropical country we can use solar ovens for cooking. We are learning a lot from
@maggiem.2919 5 жыл бұрын
Such great information. Thanks guys!
@algray2604 5 жыл бұрын
really eye opening,, now im hungry thank you jim and bob i spend a lot of time cooking on the Trager.
@WH6FQE 5 жыл бұрын
That is actually the smaller Global Sun Oven, not the All American Sun Oven. I own both versions of the Sun Oven. The All American Sun Oven is blue and is 20% larger than the Global Sun Oven model that you demonstrated. This past Thanksgiving I was able to cook a 20-pound turkey in a cooking bag in the All American Solar Oven, so the 20% size increase makes a big difference.
@betsywallace1491 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Thank you for taking time to put this together.
@Hootyhoo-jq9vq 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! That was one of the best reviews ever. Bob -excellent interviewer. Jim- a real expert on the subject.
@dogwhisper2384 3 жыл бұрын
I bought the All American Sun Oven and it is awesome. I baked muffins and chicken with gravy. Love it!
@readoryx373 Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU for these wonderful, practiced questions
@threedogsandacamper503 5 жыл бұрын
After watching this I ended up buying a solar oven/cooker. I got a Gosun Sport which doesn’t cook a huge amount of food at a time but is relatively compact and heats up fast and to a high temperature. I’m even finding that it cooks with just the light of a heat lamp (cooking brownies right now). Thanks for the informative video!
@solarboondocker4597 5 жыл бұрын
The gosun griull looks like it will cook a more usable amount of food/ larger pieces
@Jessica-pq1rc 4 жыл бұрын
I'm brand new to solar ovens. This was incredibly helpful! Thank you!
@nanai5 5 жыл бұрын
Honeys! wonderful explanations! thanks! I would like that you made some videos with recipes and instructions to cook on them.
@airborne501 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent info. I had no idea how well those work. Thanks for the info.
@upriver7047 5 жыл бұрын
Very excellent and informative review! I've been very curious about these ovens but there is not a lot of real useable info out there. Looking forward to your reviews of the smaller ovens! Thank you, gentlemen!!
@authordebradickinson 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Jim! Just want to tell everyone that if you ever camp with Jim and he offers you food, jump on it! :)) I know it's not your fav, Jim, but I still want the Solar Flair Oven and have ever since I interviewed you on my channel last year after you cooked baby back ribs for all of us. Yum! Thanks for this comparison and review. HugZ!
@solarboondocker4597 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Debra! I am glad to see you well. Remember that there is not the best of anything, just the best for you. The SunFlair is a perfectly functional solar cooker.
@rambling_rob7035 5 жыл бұрын
Love my Solavore oven.
@johnsparkman1126 5 жыл бұрын
I just upgraded my older American Sun Oven (like yours) with the newer leg and focus points and the newer glass for less than $90. Well worth the money. Do need a longer cover snap. Love mine, it will go in a Sprinter garage I will build in a couple years.
@desertlocoshomestead Жыл бұрын
So far this is the most informative comparison of sun ovens I have seen. I appreciate that you aren't giving a 'top 5' type comparison but more of a pros and cons and favorite ways to use etc. Also, I have been wondering about wind and no one really talks about that until you both! THANK YOU! Also, even though you aren't exact on your pricing, the ballpark figures you throw out with the list of what is included is very helpful and another thing I have not seen in other videos. I really appreciate your honest and thorough reviews and I look forward to seeing what other such treasures are on your channel! Thank you!
@ChristineBEACHCRICKETLowery 5 жыл бұрын
Great video about Sun Ovens! Enjoyed very much!
@roberth.9558 4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyable and informative. Thanks guys.
@MartinaTakano 5 жыл бұрын
I love everything with solar. Thank you for the video.
@resourcefulgirl 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks gentlemen. Great review. I'm leaning towards the All American.
@ricks1314 5 жыл бұрын
I use a Rand, made a decent reflector out of a big box corner. Works great, 4 inch channel, use silicon and aluminum loaf pans. I love it!!
@Coleyclaudette1 5 жыл бұрын
Hello Bob! Great Video, been interested in one for a while!
@thehomeplatespecial597 5 жыл бұрын
Mr. Jim, can you please do your rib recipe cooking demonstration!? and other things you cook in the solar ovens, please! UPDATE: okay I found your Jim's solar boondocker channel and see how he does the ribs. Thanks so much, Bob and Jim!
@madrackham5928 5 жыл бұрын
can't wait for part two!
@robync7358 5 жыл бұрын
Jim should have his own RV Cooking show on KZfaq.
@solarboondocker4597 5 жыл бұрын
I will start doing more cooking on my channel here soon. As it is I only have one video about baby back ribs posted.
@charlescarabott7692 4 жыл бұрын
I dont cook or watch cooking programs but i would be interested in solar oven cooking.
@michaelbrown2690 3 жыл бұрын
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@shelbyhensley8660 3 жыл бұрын
Cooking show is a great IDEA.
@mustseevideos7777 Жыл бұрын
@@solarboondocker4597 this would be very interesting and timely Jim! The world really needs this knowledge due to the looming blackouts in the US and Europe! Thank you for sharing!
@josephrobi6806 3 ай бұрын
Great info thanks 😅
@jannwebb 5 жыл бұрын
Great video, guys! I had no idea there were benefits like taste of food!!
@darlenehansen5342 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video! Great to see Jim again!
@solarboondocker4597 5 жыл бұрын
Pretty soon it will be time for campfires and 1800!
@darlenehansen5342 5 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to seeing you Jim! Let us know when you get back to Arizona!
@FreeRV 5 жыл бұрын
Hi:) Cody wanted try samples of cooking;) Thank you for a lot of helpful information! It’s looks like a fun and interesting way of cooking!
@travellover9446 5 жыл бұрын
FreeRV I love Cody:)
@ladlad6215 5 жыл бұрын
Cody is great 🐕 dog
@gratefullyglorifying9197 4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review. Thank you!
@TheCx7800 5 жыл бұрын
Man I can’t wait. I am saving for a van everything I do is debt-free I love to cook outdoors. Bob I will meet you someday. Jim you are my solar hero my goal is to run AC 24 seven in a van.
@WhstlblwrBlastingEpsteinsILK Жыл бұрын
Definitely going to try a solar oven! Great video, gentlemen!
@beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756 5 жыл бұрын
Just think of all the energy people waist just preparing meals. Wow!
@johnthompson5792 5 жыл бұрын
hey Bob & Jim, good video, be well out there, tc
@ericdrews5050 5 жыл бұрын
I’m looking forward to part two and the review of the other two solar ovens. The first two are $$$
@cindychurch925 3 ай бұрын
Great video
@willsmooth45 5 жыл бұрын
Jim I’ll camp with you and supply the food if you cook it 😂❤️😂❤️😂
@solarboondocker4597 5 жыл бұрын
Music to my ears, bring it on!
@Endeavor545 5 жыл бұрын
I have heard the Solavare is great. I had a parabolic type that concentrated the heat to the bottom of a cast iron pan and it got to well over 400 degrees F. I gave it away though. It was the size of Texas....
@lindadowling8484 3 жыл бұрын
I lear something new each time I see this video...thanks guys.
@stacyhackney6100 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you gentlemen.
@larrypeterson5667 5 жыл бұрын
Like to see them cook in them. Make more sense to me. Seeing how it's done. Very logical solar Jim on these
@cchoi108 4 ай бұрын
So fantastic about the TG dinner!!!!
@finnblu3002 5 жыл бұрын
If one of those units can toast non- frosted pop tarts... I’m in.
@kissameaburame376 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, It was interesting
@Angel12199 5 жыл бұрын
I love Jim! He has the nicest calming disposition. All that food that he cooked and he says it like he just picked up the phone... no big deal 🤣 Another great video Bob! Truly informative.
@j.g4104 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gentlemen for sharing this information.
@1thinkhealthy 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Will you still be making one about the other solar ovens you mentioned?
@Pamela-ro8vh 5 жыл бұрын
Good info! Thanks!
@janetbrowning9089 5 жыл бұрын
That one on the far right of the screen is the same exactly method that the guy on Boonies made his...he used tin foil and wire...but, you could even use cookie sheets...oh the possibilities...love this review better than the one with just the two...gives us more options...Thanks Jim and thanks Bob to getting Jim on camera to show us about these...he sure knows his solar ovens!! 🥘💡🌞😊💖
@cathyann1601 5 жыл бұрын
Great information!
@milesandcoffee 3 жыл бұрын
The Sun Oven is very well made. I cook meals in it with no hassles. Best investment I've made in a long time.
@SharaBinghamMills 3 жыл бұрын
I like Jim. I've watched him in several videos and he seems like a real straight shooter.
@mercedeschavez3126 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative-- Thanks!
@carladurland5194 4 жыл бұрын
Love this yall are adorbs😍😊💕🌸
@angiekrajewski6419 2 жыл бұрын
To fry a parabole sun oven is perfect !!
@paula.jackson5463 5 жыл бұрын
Very well presented.....
@roaminginmyrv6765 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Bob, where's Part 2 of the solar ovens? I'm thinking about getting the Solar Flair but I'm waiting for the review. Been 2 weeks. What's up?
@retired_man_about_town 5 жыл бұрын
you could store pot/pans inside the oven when not in use.... for the larger ones, i would think.
@danielblanchard6487 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@rosewood513 4 жыл бұрын
I have the sun oven (for years) Love it. I have no trouble stacking and cooking. I don't know why but everything does taste better in a sun oven. Nice video thanks. I want another one to carry to the park so I am looking forward to you reviewing the others.
@leeannwolff6642 5 жыл бұрын
I have the sunflair, I like it a lot.
@athenamorales7321 4 жыл бұрын
This about the most honest comparison I've seen. Looking to build a non cardboard solar oven. But I think I found two designs I like.
@allglad 4 жыл бұрын
12:55 ish...it can be leveled in ground thats has acceptable ground to grab a shovel and dig so that the angle changes? ...I think so although I dont have one.
@Michael-ou9pp 5 жыл бұрын
0:52 "I love to watch people eat." That's not creepy lol
@wisconsinfarmer4742 5 жыл бұрын
Watching for design ideas to make a sizable oven using cast off glass mirrors.
@homesweettrailer7565 5 жыл бұрын
Waiting for part 2 of the solar oven reviews (soft sided). Leaning towards the All American, but would still like to hear the assessment of the Flair :)
@shenlun 5 жыл бұрын
Jim and Bob, great reviews it would of been nice demonstrating them. 2. if you could have just 2 solar ovens for the rest of your time which 2 would you pick and why?
@TravelDuster Жыл бұрын
whatever is taking advantage of free nature as it is sun rays and weather is great :-) like when we, or i put water bottles on top of my car so i can take a shower with some less cold water lol :-) thumbs up and take care all
@lilyandrose8557 Жыл бұрын
Jim talks like a movie star from times gone by; I like it.
@crystalitsasecrete917 5 жыл бұрын
Helpful thanks
@wally1957 5 жыл бұрын
I was thinking why not heat the RV during the winter with the solar oven. Just add pipes and a small solar fan. Do you think it would work?
@FLgardener67 5 жыл бұрын
Bob and Jim, Thank you for sharing your bounty of knowledge. I'm currently preparing my RV to hit the road next summer. Your video's are very helpful. Safe and happy travels to you both.
@derykmacleod4979 5 жыл бұрын
Very Interesting video!
@martinrochejocquelein1772 5 жыл бұрын
It's interesting to see these ovens being used..then I was recently thinking about mars..since mars is a colder world then ours I was thinking to myself how the explorers could heat their colony...I came to realize they could place a multitude of these in place around the complex and heat the compounds and water..it may even be possible to use various sizes to help heat the planet over time and give it an atmosphere. .anything is possible..
@bikashbista9545 3 жыл бұрын
Great job dear sir