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Innovation on the Open Road is an independent publication launched in May 2026 by Derek Crosby to track and share with our subscribers our new travel adventures. If you subscribe today, you'll get full access to the website as well as email newsletters about new content when it's available.
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We document the intersection of high-performance technology and nomadic mobility. Our focus is on providing field reports for hardware optimized for off-grid work, case studies on digital sovereignty, and deep dives into the logistics of an autonomous, mobile lifestyle.
By maintaining a completely mobile laboratory across diverse North American terrains. We rigorously field-test gear—from Starlink optimization to solar arrays—in real-world nomadic scenarios. Our goal is to provide honest, unfiltered assessments powered by satellite and solar tech, ensuring zero sponsorship bias for the independent worker.
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This space is dedicated to the joys of the journey - the quiet morning coffee at a new campsite, the thrill of the unknown road ahead, and the freedom that comes with carrying your home wherever you go.
Innovation on the Open Road is our personal log of a life redefined by travel. We’ve traded a fixed address for a travel trailer and a Innovation on the Open Road is our personal log of a life redefined by travel. We’ve traded a fixed address for a travel trailer and a map full of possibilities. This space is dedicated to the joys of the journey—the quiet morning coffee at a new campsite, the thrill of the unknown road ahead, and the freedom that comes with carrying your home wherever you go.
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From the hidden gems of the backroads to the sweeping vistas of the national parks, we’re exploring the country one mile at a time. Join us as we capture the stories written in the landscapes and discover that the best way to move forward is often just to start driving with a map full of possibilities. This space is dedicated to the joys of the journey—the quiet morning coffee at a new campsite, the thrill of the unknown road ahead, and the freedom that comes with carrying your home wherever you go.
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The Office is Everywhere.
We used to think innovation happened in a boardroom or at a dedicated desk. Then we realized that the best ideas often arrive at 5:00 AM in a quiet national forest or halfway through a cross-country drive.
Innovation on the Open Road is a record of our transition from the "standard" life to a nomadic one. It’s not just a travel blog; it’s a study in how to live with less while experiencing more. We share the stories that happen between the destinations—the unexpected connections, the quiet joys of a small space, and the constant wonder of a changing backyard.
Whether we’re troubleshooting a signal in the middle of nowhere or watching the stars from a new campsite, we’re learning that the greatest innovation of all is simply choosing to live intentionally.
From the hidden gems of the backroads to the sweeping vistas of the national parks, we’re exploring the country one mile at a time. Join us as we capture the stories written in the landscapes and discover that the best way to move forward is often just to start driving.
Welcome to our journey. We’re glad you’re here.