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Hey, welcome to Nomad411! I'm Brad — I've been living on the road for 7 years and built this site to help people like you. What are you looking for today?

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Built for the Road.

Seven years ago I sold everything I owned, bought a beat-up van, and drove to San Diego. I thought it was a temporary detour. Turns out — it was exactly the life I was looking for.

But it took a while to find meetups, trusted mechanics, and figure out where to fill my fresh water.

Nomad411 is the resource I wish I had 7 years ago.

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Trusted Builders

Vetted van, box truck, and skoolie builders — personally recommended by Nomad Brad. No one pays to be on this list.

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Meetups

In-person gatherings around the country plus our online Facebook community for the in-between times. Come find your people.

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Rigs for Sale

Curated built-out vans, box trucks, and skoolies handpicked by Nomad Brad for quality and value. Updated regularly.

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From the Road

The Field Guide

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Blog · Van Life Tips
How to Find Stealth Camping Spots in Any City
Van Life Tips
How to Find Stealth Camping Spots in Any City

I've been stealth camping in cities across the country for 7 years. Here's my exact method — using Google Maps satellite view to find the perfect spot in any city in under 10 minutes.

May 5, 2026 · 7 min read
My Solar-Powered Tiny Home
Build & Gear
My Solar-Powered Tiny Home
May 2026 · 7 min read
Monthly Van Life Expenses
Van Life Money
Monthly Expenses: Cheaper Than You Think
May 2026 · 8 min read
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Nomad Brad

Hey, I'm
Nomad Brad

Seven years ago I was overwhelmed, overworked, and quietly wondering if there was more to life than paying bills and waiting for retirement. So I did what any logical person would do — I sold everything and bought a van.

I thought I'd travel for a year while I figured out my next move. Turns out, that was the move. I've been living and thriving on the road ever since, and I built Nomad411 to be the resource I wish I'd had when I started.

Whether you're already out here or just dreaming about it — you're in the right place.

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7+
Years on the road
5
Different vehicles
0
Regrets