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From Ski Trips to Ski-Camping: How One Skier Transformed His Saab 900

The Convenience and Freedom of Car-Camping on Ski Slopes: One Skier's Experience with his Saab 900Hit the Slopes in Style: How One Skier's Saab 900 became the Ultimate Ski-Camping Machine Photo: Ryan Dorgan

The story of this interesting passionate skier and Saab car lover was published a few years ago in a specialized online ski magazine “Powder”, but it continues to delight readers all over the world.

Car camping on the ski slopes has become a popular trend among skiers and snowboarders who want to make the most of their time on the mountain. One skier who has taken this trend to the next level is Jack Van Wie, a passionate skier who has turned his Saab 900 into a fully-equipped ski-mobile.

Jack’s Saab 900, which he purchased in 1991, has been his trusty companion on many ski trips over the years. But it wasn’t until a few years ago that he decided to take his ski-mobile to the next level. He outfitted his car with a custom built-in bed, a portable toilet, a small kitchen area, and even a rooftop tent for additional sleeping space.

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According to Jack, the best part of car camping on the ski slopes is the freedom and flexibility it provides. He is able to stay on the mountain for as long as he wants and doesn’t have to worry about booking a hotel room or fighting for a spot in the crowded parking lot. Plus, with his fully-equipped ski-mobile, he has everything he needs to make his camping experience comfortable and enjoyable.

But it’s not just about the convenience of car camping on the ski slopes for Jack. He also values the sense of community that comes with it. He often meets other skiers and snowboarders who are also car camping and they often join forces to share meals and stories around the campfire.

For those considering car camping on the ski slopes, Jack has some tips. First, invest in a good quality roof rack and rooftop tent. He also suggests bringing a portable toilet and a portable shower to make the experience more comfortable. And don’t forget to check the weather forecast and bring warm clothing and plenty of firewood.

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In conclusion, (SAAB) car camping on the ski slopes is a great way to make the most of your time on the mountain and Jack Van Wie’s customized Saab 900 is a perfect example of how to do it in style. With a little bit of creativity and some handy upgrades, you too can turn your car into a ski-mobile and hit the slopes for an unforgettable experience.

Goran Aničić
the authorGoran Aničić
For over 15 years, Goran Aničić has been passionately focused on Saab automobiles and everything related to them. His initial encounter with Saab cars took place back in 2003 when the first Saab 9-3 and sedan version were introduced. At that moment, he was captivated by the car's Scandinavian design logic and top-notch engineering, and everything that followed stemmed from that first encounter. Later on, through his work at the editorial team of the Serbian automotive magazines "Autostart" and later "AutoBild," he had the opportunity to engage more closely with Saab vehicles. In 2008, he tested the latest Saab cars of that time, such as the Saab 9-3 TTiD Aero and Saab 9-3 Turbo X. In 2010, as the sole blogger from the region, he participated in the Saab 9-5ng presentation in Trollhättan, Sweden. Alongside journalists from around the world, he got a firsthand experience of the pinnacle of technological offerings from Saab at that time. Currently, Goran owns two Saabs: a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sportcombi with a manual transmission, and a Saab 9-3 Aero Griffin Sport Sedan from the last generation, which rolled off the production line in Trollhättan in December 2011.

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