About Ryan (Hobo Phox)
Ryan is a 40-something year old houseless traveler (hobo / nomad) and adventurer who is traveling the United States of America by various means of transport including:
Bus / Passenger Train
Occasionally when I can afford to do so, I will travel mainly short distances via one of these methods.
Freight Train Hopping
Sometimes I'll hop a freight train to get places for free, bit riskier but always an option where trains run.
Hitchhiking / Ride Hailing
Sometimes I'll pay for as short trip to get to a work site and other times I may hitchhike.
Unlike your typical homeless person (home bum / bum) I work to cover the costs of my adventures as-well-as saving money on the side and even investing some for the future. I am not homeless, I am houseless by choice, choosing to live in a tent and/or motel/hotels, etc. with no permanent home.
I am a minimalist who carries only the essentials I need to keep clean and to keep sheltered from the elements. I use various apps on my smart phone to find temporary jobs or gig work as I need to do so. This way of life requires a strong ability to be resourceful and it is not for the faint of heart and that is perfectly fine as that is all part of the adventure!