R1S car camping = successful experience

Oxbow78 · Oct 22, 2023

Had a very successful car camping experience over the weekend in my R1S. Using the AC on full power all night + powering my refrigerator and tailgate light ended up costing just over 60 miles in range for 30 hours of camping with one overnight ( with AC on in south Florida ). Very happy with the results. Will likely be more discipline with usage to reduce energy consumption but not bad for a first at trip . The inflatable air mattress advertised to be for the R1S was very comfortable even for a big guy like me (6’1 tall). Hoping for Rivian will add additional camping mode functionality to the app ( it was inconvenient to get out of the car and go to the driver side to make configuration changes).

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COdogman · Oct 22, 2023

Looks pretty comfy!

HimuraMOdo · Oct 23, 2023

It would make a big difference if you put the roof glass shade on.

Dark-Fx · Oct 23, 2023

I've heard if you turn off the heat/ac and just leave it in fan only, that it'll be more efficient overnight. Obviously if it's actually hot outside then that's a different story.

Rivdog · Oct 23, 2023

I never noticed until just now but those 3rd row AC vents must be awesome for car camping.

darren1f · Oct 23, 2023

Are there lights in the mirrors?

Atomic Wheels · Oct 23, 2023

darren1f said:
Are there lights in the mirrors?

In camping mode 'flood lights" you can enable them for one side or for both

darren1f · Oct 23, 2023

Atomic Wheels said:
In camping mode 'flood lights" you can enable them for one side or for both

Very cool! I'm going to check those out later. I love discovering these things!

Thunderbolt Adventure · Oct 23, 2023

Looks fantastic! If you like to cook while you're camping, you can level up with a camp kitchen made just for the R1S!

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Cycliste · Oct 23, 2023

What is the green structure? I’ll guess multi-purpose for sponge bath, changing room, and possibly a portable toilet if needed to avoid the event’s Porta potties.

Do you think it is better to attach the tarp to the R1S or to use a 4 pole set up so you can drive if needed?

R1Sky Business · Oct 23, 2023

Mattress details please.

TeslaR1S · Oct 27, 2023

What you want is a power station for your 12v refrigerator and other accessories.

usulio · Nov 1, 2023

Not great that the R1S uses as much energy in a day as an entire house … not environmentally friendly or good for range when camping … hope Rivian can improve the efficiency.

Oxbow78 · Dec 3, 2023

Cycliste said:
What is the green structure? I’ll guess multi-purpose for sponge bath, changing room, and possibly a portable toilet if needed to avoid the event’s Porta potties.

Do you think it is better to attach the tarp to the R1S or to use a 4 pole set up so you can drive if needed?

Sorry, did not see your question. Yes, it is a shower/ changing, toilet room. We have a portable toilet and water heater. As far as the shelter, I would say it is a question of taste, it is unlikely that I would leave just a tarp with 4 poles unattended so this worked well especially when the ground is hard, using suction cups on the truck eliminated the need for additional stakes.

Toilet
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09KBCRWVS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
Canopy
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C3B145Y1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&th=1
Toilet/ shower shelter
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012FIKIIS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
Camping water heater
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0915FCTJX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_

iansriv · Dec 3, 2023

I just went "camping" on a lark. The heater would not stay on beyond a few minutes. Also, anyone have suggestions for privacy for the windows? Cheers.

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