About Us
What is The Adventure Source?
Simply put it's taking the passion we have for the outdoors, motorcycles, bicycles, camping and more... and putting that into a shop we truly care about.
The Goal?
To curate an excellent collection of gear specifically catering to the 2-Wheeled Adventurer but in reality the small traveler. We have personally camped out of motorcycles, tent trailers, teardrops, vans, small travel trailers, truck campers and of course a tent. Our goal is to make the search of great gear to be used while on your adventure easier. We know how overwhelming it is to find gear and the big gear shops that sell so many options. We want our collection to be spot on and without fluff.
We strive to make sure all of our gear is tested and will work with packing small. We also strive to give the best customer service we can. We do that by actually answering emails, answering phone calls and answering all of your questions without blowing smoke up your.... well you know what.
About Us:
The Adventure Source was inspired by years of experiences. Experiences from traveling via motorcycle, VW vans, tent trailers, travel trailers, backpacking in multiple continents, planes and our own 2 feet. We have owned shops, businesses, worked for manufacturer's and sold products as an independent representative. We've taken all of our experience over the last 20 years and trying to make you the best store we can.
We have specifically curated our products to provide you the best we can offer.
We wanted to bring the best of traveling small with large experiences. Whether you're riding a motorcycle, peddling a bicycle, loading the car up or towing a teardrop trailer.... packing small but ADVENTURING large!
It all started in 2008, when Dave took his first motorcycle trip to Alaska.
2008, Dave, and his now wife, Megan traveled to Guatemala for the 1st time.
2009 - 2018 - Dave and family traveled to multiple countries and lots of states via all sorts of ways. The Jansen family owns too many VW vans, truck campers, tear drops, travel trailers, tent trailers and adventure vehicles.
In 2018, our first shop was started with the focus of getting folks in the outdoors with their family. It catered more to the "Overland" person selling truck campers, tear drops, roof top tents and such.
In 2020/2021, Dave sold that shop and began working for a manufacturer of Adventure Gear as their dealer/sales manager.
In 2023, The Adventure Source was built to focus on Packing Small but Living Large. Dave wanted to use the same passion that fueled all his traveling over the last 10+ years, his experience in the industry and personal travels to share all the insight/experience gathered with you.
On a personal Note:
My name is Dave. I am a husband and a father of 3 beautiful kids (thanks to my wife, Megan). This store really comes to life for my family. I have strived to take them camping and show them how great being outside can be. My kids have probably been to more states than most adults.
I grew up riding quads and dirt bikes as a kid at my Grandpa's ranch. Those memories are some of the best memories I have. When I was a young kid my bicycle would take me all around town to discovery unending fun. The freedom I experienced of riding bikes at a such a young age is something I want my kids to have. As a child my family traveled in our motorhome to different National Parks and campgrounds along the West Coast.
My first 2 wheeled steed I purchased myself was a 1985 Yamaha Riva Scooter. I loved that thing! From there it went to a KLR650 that was ridden to Alaska. Other bikes have come and gone but the adventures and memories remain.
Once my wife and I started a family, we have traveled via truck, teardrop, truck camper, pop up trailers, trailers, tents, rooftop tents, and more. Over the years we bought, fixed up and sold lots of adventure mobiles.
The Adventure Source strives to help you make those kinds of memories for you and your family! Feel free to reach out with questions and how we can help you achieve those memories.
Pack Small. Live Large