For cycling enthusiasts who dream of van life, one of the biggest challenges is figuring out how to bring your bikes along without sacrificing living space. This Ram ProMaster 2500 conversion by Wanderful Wheels out of Durango, Colorado solves that problem with an ingenious interior roll-out bicycle storage tray that holds two bikes securely under the bed platform.
Images via Monica Catalano/Van Life Trader
Named “Vaniel Larusso,” this ProMaster build proves that a purpose-built van conversion can serve a specific lifestyle without compromising on comfort. From the full kitchen to the off-grid electrical system, every detail has been thought through for active adventurers who want to chase trails by day and sleep comfortably at night.
The Signature Feature: Interior Roll-Out Bike Tray
The standout feature of this build is the interior roll-out bicycle storage tray tucked beneath the bed platform at the rear of the van. Rather than mounting bikes on an exterior rack where they’re exposed to weather, road grime, and theft risk, Wanderful Wheels built a slide-out tray system that holds two full-size bikes inside the van. This is a game-changer for cyclists who park at trailheads overnight or travel through areas where leaving bikes outside isn’t an option. The tray rolls out smoothly for easy loading and unloading, and the rear doors provide full access to the storage area.
Images via Monica Catalano/Van Life Trader
Kitchen and Living Space
Despite dedicating rear storage to bicycle hauling, the kitchen doesn’t cut corners. A butcher block countertop provides a warm, durable work surface that pairs with a stainless steel sink featuring a pull-down sprayer faucet — a small luxury that makes washing dishes and filling water bottles far more convenient than a fixed spout. A double-burner propane stovetop handles real cooking, and a Dometic CRX 110S fridge/freezer with 3.8 cubic feet of capacity means you can stock up on groceries for extended trips without relying on coolers and ice runs.
Images via Monica Catalano/Van Life Trader
Beetle Kill Pine Interior and Seating Layout
The interior walls are finished in Beetle Kill Pine tongue and groove — a sustainable material harvested from trees killed by pine beetles in the Colorado mountains. The result is a warm, cabin-like aesthetic with unique blue-gray streaking that gives each panel character. All paints and stains used throughout the build are non-toxic, which matters when you’re sleeping in a small enclosed space every night. The seating arrangement includes an adjustable suspension driver seat for long-haul comfort, a passenger swivel seat that rotates to face the living area, and a removable rear passenger seat that can be taken out when you need extra floor space.
Images via Monica Catalano/Van Life Trader
Off-Grid Electrical and Climate Systems
The electrical system is built around a 275-watt solar panel feeding a 200AH AGM Renogy deep cycle battery, supplemented by a battery isolator that charges from the alternator while driving. A battery monitoring system lets you keep tabs on power levels — essential information when you’re parked at a remote trailhead for days at a stretch. LED lighting throughout keeps power draw minimal. For climate control, a Maxxair 10-speed fan handles ventilation and cooling, while a Propex HS2800 heater with digital thermostat keeps the interior warm during cold mountain nights without using any electricity from the battery bank.
Images via Monica Catalano/Van Life Trader
Water, Propane, and Practical Details
The plumbing system includes 7-gallon fresh and gray water reservoirs — modest but adequate for a couple spending most of their time outdoors. An under-mount 5.9-gallon propane tank with a convenient side fill port powers both the stovetop and the Propex heater. A 2.6-gallon Dometic portable cassette toilet provides bathroom facilities without requiring a dedicated wet room. Other thoughtful touches include a retractable bug net on the sliding door for warm-weather ventilation and a passthrough storage door for accessing gear.
Images via Monica Catalano/Van Life Trader
Sleeping Area and Rear Storage Access
The bed platform spans the full width of the van at the rear, providing a comfortable sleeping surface for two. Beneath it, the dual-purpose storage area houses the roll-out bike tray along with additional gear storage space. The high-roof ProMaster body gives plenty of headroom throughout the living area, making the interior feel open and livable rather than cramped. The 159-inch wheelbase strikes a good balance between interior space and maneuverability — long enough for a real kitchen and bed, short enough to fit in standard parking spaces.
Images via Monica Catalano/Van Life Trader
Design Details
- Base vehicle: Ram ProMaster 2500, 159WB, high roof, front-wheel drive
- Builder: Wanderful Wheels, Durango, Colorado
- Interior: Beetle Kill Pine tongue and groove walls, non-toxic paints and stains
- Kitchen: Butcher block countertop, pull-down sprayer faucet, double-burner propane stovetop, Dometic CRX 110S fridge/freezer (3.8 cu ft)
- Electrical: 275W solar panel, 200AH AGM Renogy deep cycle battery, battery isolator, LED lighting, battery monitoring system
- Climate: Maxxair 10-speed fan, Propex HS2800 propane heater with digital thermostat
- Water: 7-gallon fresh and gray water reservoirs
- Propane: Under-mount 5.9-gallon tank with side fill
- Toilet: 2.6-gallon Dometic portable cassette toilet
- Seating: Adjustable suspension driver seat, passenger swivel seat, removable rear passenger seat
- Special feature: Interior roll-out bicycle storage tray for two bikes
- Extras: Retractable bug net on sliding door, passthrough storage door
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What Makes This Build Special
- The interior bike tray solves a real problem for cycling van lifers — no exterior rack needed, bikes stay protected from weather and theft
- Beetle Kill Pine is a sustainable material choice that also provides a distinctive cabin-like aesthetic unique to Colorado builds
- The Propex propane heater runs independently from the electrical system, meaning you can stay warm all night without draining your battery bank
- Wanderful Wheels builds with non-toxic materials throughout, which is especially important in a small enclosed sleeping space
- The passenger swivel seat and removable rear seat give flexible options for socializing, working, or maximizing cargo space
- The ProMaster’s front-wheel drive and low step-in height make it practical for daily driving and accessing mountain trailheads
Learn More
- Builder: Wanderful Wheels
- Instagram: @wanderfulwheels
- Facebook: Wanderful Wheels on Facebook
Highlights
- Ram ProMaster 2500, 159WB, high roof
- Interior roll-out bicycle tray for two bikes
- Full kitchen with butcher block counters and Dometic fridge/freezer
- 275W solar with 200AH battery bank
- Propex propane heater with digital thermostat
- Beetle Kill Pine interior with non-toxic finishes
- Maxxair 10-speed ventilation fan
- Passenger swivel seat and removable rear seat
- Converted by Wanderful Wheels, Durango, Colorado
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