It’s been a while since my last post (I really need to get better at staying on top of this), but I’ve now taken the RV out three times. The first couple of trips were mainly to ensure I had everything needed for weekend camping. The gear list has grown a bit, but I think the best investment so far has been getting Starlink.
After some consideration, I decided to go with the Starlink Mini versus the standard version. The portability and having everything integrated into one unit made the Mini more appealing to me, especially since I didn’t want to deal with additional equipment. However, it does come with a pretty hefty monthly price tag. I’m currently paying $170 per month for unlimited data, but I’m tracking my usage closely. If I don’t end up using more than 170GB per month, I’ll probably switch to the $50/month plan and just pay $1 per GB over that, which could lower my bill significantly.
I also don’t plan on pausing the service, even during months I’m not camping, because it’s a great backup option in case I lose internet at home. It gives me peace of mind knowing I can still work and stay connected when needed.
One of the other things I’m working on is getting the Starlink Mini set up for use in my Jeep. I’ve seen people online using Starlink inside their Jeeps, saying that it works through the roof. So, I’ve ordered the mounting hardware needed to install the dish in the back of the Jeep. I’ll post more updates as that project unfolds—should be in the next few days!