Quin Gable

Atlas has adventured in 17 States, 3 Countries & counting... but let's talk about it… It's so funny to me when I get comments like this.... Which happens often... When in reality, Atlas (and back when I had Otto) are outside for a minimum, three hours a day... adventuring all over.... Aka more than most humans LOL #vanlifecat #solovanlife #adventurecat #hikingcat

is this arlas telling me he wants to move into a sailboat?! #adventurecat

I miss you so much Otto

DILT: solo van lifer driving into mexico for the winter… this is also atlas’s third country! #solovanlife

DITL: solo van life in Mexico w/ my cat atlas. This was my favorite day yet… #solovanlife

Let's Talk Cat GPS Trackers👇🏻 I have tried so many different GPS cat trackers and this is why Tractive is my favorite: • Anytime I have service, I know exactly where Atlas is with Live Tracking • Tractive tracks Atlas's activity level, so I know exactly how much exercise he's getting In case I can't physically see him, I can play a noise on the tracker • The device itself is pretty small/lightweight and doesn’t bother Atlas • The app is SO EASY to use… and it’s actually so fun to see what Atlas is doing This tracker has been such a game changer. Am I still a helicopter mom…. Yes… BUT Tractive makes it sooooo much easier to know exactly what Atlas is doing and where. LMK if you have any questions! Y'all know I love this tracker so much so here to answer anything you need :) Do you want a Tractive Tracker? Link in BI0! ** Note: since this tracker is GPS you DO need service. So I only recommend this for when you are in service.

#ad I made a mistake… So… remember when I moved into an apartment for one month… well apartment life also meant having an address… which meant unlimited packages… (AD) AKA… now that I moved back into my van and I’m heading to Baja, Mexico, I have WAY too many items. So, I rented a storage unit from @Extra Space Storage to temporarily rehome some of my winter items & valuables. I am SO HAPPY I found @ExtraSpace. I love them because: They had so many sizing options to pick from They are monitored 24/7 They have a gate & keypad access They have Indoor & Outdoor options You can drive up to certain storage units It’s AFFORADABLE! Like, it's WAY more affordable than I thought-- which makes me so happy! Anyway, I feel pretty relieved that my van isn't bursting at the seams anymore. So, thank you Extra Space Storage! LMK if you have any questions! #extraspacepartner

From van life to apartment life👇🏻   Ok so… let me start off by saying, WHY do I feel so guilty for getting an apartment because I needed a break from van life? I think there is always some negativity or internal *you’re a quitter* when I think about getting an airbnb. Which is all so silly and dumb…   But let me tell you… MY BODY NEEDED INDEPENDENCE FROM VAN LIFE.   My body needed a break from the constant go go go go go… and not just of van life… it was from the lack of stability. I haven’t had “comfortable” in a minute and I needed a routine.   And you know what… nothing like kneeing yourself in the face to give you that wakeup call.   So… I moved into an airbnb for 6 weeks and it was the greatest thing I could have done.   And these last six weeks have been some of the most incredible six weeks of my life— it was everything I could have asked for and more.   But… after 6 weeks (honestly 4)… Atlas and I are ready to get back on the road. Our cups are filled with stability and we are ready to take on our next adventure… somewhere new, that we have never been too…   Our third country in the van…. Mexico…   Thank you all again for following this little journey. Love y’all

this morning was so important 🫶

sometimes i feel selfish for living this way but then i remind myself everyone has their own path #solovanlife

Van Life in Mexico: Everything You Need to Prep For 👇🏻   I am currently living alone in Mexico in a van w/ my cat and here's what I recommend! LMK if you have questions!   Packing List:   Baja Roads are TOUGH so don’t forget: • Extra water jug • Tow straps • Flat tire kit • Shovel • Recovery tracks • Jumper Cables • Shore power cables and • Your tool box • Extra Butane or Propane for Cam Stoves • Leveling Blocks   If you're here for a while, stock up on anything you may not be able to get here! • Toiletries • OTC Medications • Supplements • Any medications • Electrolytes (my favorite is @nuun)   Cat/Pet Packing List: • Extra Food • Treats • TICK & FLEA MEDS. (I use @frontline) • Glow in the dark collars • Extra trackers & harneses • Make sure to have all of their vet paperwork up to date for the border   Internet & Service: • Bring WALKIE TALKIES. This is so helpful for caravans • If you are remote working, you can't rely on service. I HIGHLY recommend getting STARTLINK. • For phones, I use @tmobile because they have free call/text in Mexico • For emergencies, I have my @garmin In Reach Satellite Phone   Insurance: • Van Insurance: @bajabound • Health Insurance: World Nomad   Safety & Money: • DO NOT keep your money all in one place. Hide smaller and larger bills all over your van- JUST IN CASE. You may get pulled over and need a few small bills. • I also recommend bringing a backup phone JUST IN CASE (I do this in every country I am in) • Take photos & make copies of all of your IDs. Just in case. There are times you may get pulled over and you don't want to give them originals. • Note: you will pass through at least 6 military checkpoints on your way down to Cabo-- just be polite! They may ask to do a small inspection.   Border: • I crossed at Mexicali and thought it was VERY smooth. • FMM CARD: After the first gate, turn left into a declarations parking lot. Bring your passport & $40 and they will give you an FMM card (almost like a visa)

#ad This is Atlas's third country in the van and here's what I did to prep the van: Make sure his vet paperwork is up to date! Make SURE to stock up on all of his favorites from @Chewy It's important that you have enough litter, food, flea and tick medicine just in case they don't have it in Mexico! Plus, grab extra items like a life jacket and scratch pads #ChewyPartner #PurinaOne

#ad DITL: Adventure Cat at a Van Festival. This is what it’s like going to a van festival with a cat. Prior to coming to Mexico, I made sure to stock up on all of Atlas’s favorite things at @Chewy including his Purina Pro Plan Chicken & Turkey Wet Food. Get everything you need for your pets at @chewy! #adventurecat #vanlifecat #chewypartner #ad

the most unreal sunrise today

what’s the longest you’ve gone w/ out a shower? #vanlife #solovanlife

#ad I’m going home! So let’s meet the family 👇 I haven't been back home in a YEAR… so of course I couldn’t come empty handed. Thanks to @llbean (who has something for everyone!), I was able to pick something out for each member of my family! Outfit Details: Grandpa: Men's Mountain Classic Down Hooded Jacket, Sherpa-Lined Men's Weather Challenger Insulated Boots Mom: Women's Rangeley Insulated Pac Boots, Ankle Women's Maine Guide Zip Front Jac-Shirt with Primaloft, Plaid Quin: Women's Camden Hills Chelsea Boots Adults' L.L.Bean Sherpa Five-Panel Hat Adults' Bean's Trail Model Down Jacket '82 Women's Classic Cashmere, Crewneck Adults' Bean's Trail Model Down Vest '82 Haley: Adults' Bean's Trail Model Down Jacket '82 Women's Classic Cashmere, Crewneck Grant: Men's Maine Guide Sherpa Lined Wool Shirt Adults' Mad Bomber Wool Hat, Plaid Rocky, Atlas & Jackson: Sweater Fleece Jacket for Dogs Thanks so much @LLBean! #LLBeanPartner #BeanOutsider

Just another day living in a van in mexico…

a peaceful morning living in a van in mexico

sunrises over sunsets… who’s with me?! this morning i woke up to the most beautiful sunrise outside of the van… so you know i had to go in

Let’s talk denim jeans as a 5’9”, 175lbs Curvy/Athletic body type👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻   Ps… none of this is sp0n.   Who’s with me…. finding the perfect denim jeans is HARD… and honestly… has been an emotional process. I am embarrassed to say how many times I have teared up in a dressing room.   I have been trying my whole life to find something that: • Is comfy in the thigh • DOESN’T FALL DOWN • Makes my booty pop • Long/short enough • Hugs my waist • Doesn’t have that awkward back gap   BUT I AM SO PLEASED TO SAY… after years of trial and error… I finally have found four pairs that I absolutely LOVE.   My sizing: I range between 8-14, 29-32 or Med/XL (depending on the brand)   👖 Pair 1: @abercrombie Curve Love High Rise Loose Jean Color: Medium with Front Yoke. Growing up, I never went here. But now, their Curve Love line is a DREAM. Fit: • they are a BIT trickier to size because they aren’t as stretchy, so I recommend trying two sizes and returning. Size: • 23-27 available (Extra short-extra tall) • My Size: 29 regular but I wish I got tall     👖 Pair 2: @American Eagle Strigid Ripped Super High-Waisted Baggy Straight Leg Jean. Note: IMO their quality has gone down over the years but these are the exception. VERY good quality!   Fit: • These run BIG once worn. They stretch a ton. So if you want to keep them high waisted, size down. They still look really good stretched out actually but were more low cut. My Size: • 000-20 available • My Size: 8 (at first TIGHT but stretched out a ton)   👖 Pair 3: @abercrombie Curve Love High Rise 90s Relaxed Jean Honestly the holy grail of jeans. They look good on everyone!   Fit: • I love this fit so much. Pretty true to size. Size: • 23-37 available (Extra short-extra tall) • 30 Regular     👖 Pair 4: Abercrombie Ultra High Rise 90s Straight Jean Color: Light With Criss-Cross Waistband   Fit: • The criss-cross does WONDERS for your waist and hips!!!! Love love love. Size: • 23-37 available (Extra short-extra tall) • 29 Regular   All links are in Bi0!   LMK what jeans you recommend or want me to try! Also if you have any questions!   Appreciate yall! #denimjeans #curvyfashion