"Sadly it doesn't seem to address the challenge of knowing the level of filtered water.  The gravity filters are slow (hours) and without a means to easily check you can either run dry or overflowing.  I resorted to installing an aftermarket level tube to my more pedestrian filter unit. "

"I wonder if the movement would help to keep it clean of dust?  "

"I've found it necessary to have some sort of seal over the open tube on dispensers like these.  To keep the fruit flies out.  Especially on balsamic vinegar.  There are a variety of hinged flapper tops, not unlike those you see on farm tractors exhaust vertical stacks.  These stoppers are inserted into whatever random bottle you may have to reuse, like your JW.  Trick is, like you found, to find one that isn't too tall."

"A lot like the BOB (Beast of Burden) trailer. Copied from a BOB site:  "BOB is cult. The name says it all: The thoroughbred Beast Of Burden has borne the gear of expedition professionals and true outdoors enthusiasts for over a decade. No other trailer can do it better."I don't know how available these are today.  I thought they had gone out of business. One of the hassles with a BOB has been addressed in the Beez.  Namely the ability to detach the swing arm from the body of the trailer."

"And it keeps you insulated from the cold concrete.  Handy in colder, marine climates that we see in Canada.  "

"I've adopted the neoprene topped boots, simply because they are more flexible on the top.  But they are not without issues.  The sealing tape I have had to fix and tears in the neoprene I've patched (with bike tube patches).  Gives them a nice touch, IMO.  I suspect they may cost more to purchase new but mine were bought used to harvest seaweed from the ocean coast off Vancouver Island."

"Electric is a great solution for commuting right now.  However, it really complicates things on a long road trip.  At least up in Canada where the distances are long and the availability of charge stations, spotty.  Maybe VW took this into consideration?"

"I think it is an interesting alternative to having a TV, especially in a micro-apartment or condo.  Wall space is precious and you can see in the video, covered with basic shelving.  I'm now thinking if this is a solution to a larger display screen in a van?  Other than a projector. Hmm."

"If you live in one of the major cities in Canada, you may have a Lee Valley Tools store.  They carry the stainless steel clothes pins. They are expensive but I expect these to be the sort of thing that does get passed down over the years. https://www.leevalley.com/en-ca/shop/home/laundry/clothes-pegs/69724-lifetime-clothespins"

"I always wear a bicycle helmet ... and if I forget it feels very uncomfortable.  Similar to the feeling of driving a car without a seat belt.  "

"I thought the funky side mirrors were novel. I wonder if they will survive US NHTSA and DOT? I read that this capability (Title: Drivers' Use of Camera-Based Rear Visibility Systems Versus Traditional Mirrors) is under review: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2022/03/14/2022-05237/agency-information-collection-activities-submission-to-the-office-of-management-and-budget-for"

"Looks to have a similar interior surface as my Japanese Suribachi grinding bowl.  Just smaller, with an added handle and spout.  I'll have to see about picking one up somewhere.  Nice post.  Thanks!"