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RV Traveler #11
February 18, 2002
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FROM CHUCK WOODBURY
editor, http://www.RVtraveler.com
Dear Reader,
Welcome to the eleventh issue of the RV Traveler Newsletter,
brought to you by the websites and sponsors above. And a
special welcome to the more than 1,000 new readers since
our last issue two weeks ago.
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FAST INTERNET ACCESS FROM YOUR RV
As promised last issue, here's some information about new technology
that allows an RVer to surf the Internet at broadband (fast) speed
no matter where an RV is parked.
For now, mobile surfing the Web or accessing email from an RV is limited
to using a cellular phone with a laptop computer. But the speeds are
slow and access spotty, especially in the wide open West where
cellular service is still unavailable outside major metropolitan areas.
But now a company named Motosat is about to introduce a service
it calls Datastorm. The system is not cheap, $4,995 initially, then
$89.95 a month. But, like most new products, the price will
likely drop significantly after awhile. The Datastorm system works
like this: You park your RV in an area with a clear view to the south,
free of trees and other obstructions, then turn on your computer,
then turn on the MotoSat controller, then run the MotoSat positioning
software. After about 4 minutes, the system will lock onto a satellite
and you will be online no matter where you are, even in the middle
of the desert. If the optional DirecTV transponder is added,
DirectTV will also work.
The download speed is about 10 times the upload speed due to the
satellite technology, but the system tester we spoke with said he
got the performance of a 56k modem in upload mode and much better
results while downloading images, music, etc. To learn more about
Datastorm, visit http://www.motosat.com
ALASKA HIGHWAY BY RV
Three new home videos provide a sneak preview of traveling north of our border. "RV Alaska" details Bob and Judy Howen's 67-day, 6,700-mile trip on the Alaska Highway and then in Alaska itself (with a return trip via the Inland Passage by ferry). Their other videos, "Western Canada By RV" and "Eastern Canada by RV" are equally entertaining. Read more about these home videos or order at http://www.RVbookstore.com/howens.html
INFO FOR DRIVING BIG MOTORHOMES IN CALIFORNIA
If you own a motorhome of 45 feet or longer, then you'd better pay close attention to where you drive in California. There are many roads where you are not allowed. For a complete report on where big rig RVs can travel in the Golden State, check in here: http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/traffops/trksnwim/motion/motion.htm
BOOKS FOR RVERS
RVers FRIEND
Learn what services truck stops provide RVers, including whether they
allow free overnight stays: http://www.NewRVer.com/rversfriend.html
FREE CAMPGROUNDS OF THE WEST (Also available as an ebook)
2002 edition: How and where to camp in an RV in the West for free:
http://www.FreeCampgrounds.com/guide.html
RV BUYERS SURVIVAL GUIDE (Also available as an ebook)
Buying an RV? You must read this first. Avoid paying too much!
http://www.NewRVer.com/rvbook.html
YOUR HOME ON WHEELS
A wonderful book for new or aspiring full-time RVers:
http://www.NewRVer.com/carolray.html
THE ABCs of RVing (Also available as an ebook)
A primer for new RVers written by Chuck Woodbury. Lots of info!
http://www.NewRVer.com/ABC.html
WORK YOUR WAY ACROSS THE USA
RVers who want to earn income as they travel should get this book:
http://newrver.com/workyourway.html
DUMMY'S GUIDE TO BUYING A USED RV (ebook only. Free download)
http://www.rverscorner.com/dummyltr.html?hop=outwestcw.pac113
2002 TRAILER LIFE CAMPGROUND DIRECTORY
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ISBN=0934798672/outwestnewspaperA
HOME VIDEOS EXPLAIN RVs TO NOVICE RVers
RV Education 101 presents two videos on how to operate everything
on a motorhome or trailer/fifth wheel. Each VHS video is 75-minutes
long and are very useful to novice RVers. Read more or order at
http://www.NewRVer.com/RV101.html
BREAKING NEWS
These articles were available when this email newsletter was issued.
THOUSAND TRAILS PROFITS SOAR
http://www.RVBusiness.com/output.cfm?ID=102439&Newswire=1
MICHIGAN GOVERNOR WANTS TO INCREASE DIESEL TAX
http://www.truckinginfo.com/news/news_detail.asp?news_id=46063
COACHMAN REPORTS LOSS FOR 2001, SEES PROFITS FOR 2002
http://www.RVBusiness.com/output.cfm?ID=102385&Newswire=1
CANADA TO CONSIDER CAMPGROUND RATING SYSTEM
http://www.RVBusiness.com/output.cfm?ID=101899&Newswire=1
UPDATE OF TRAILER TAX SITUATION IN TEXAS
http://escapees.com/website/hot/TaxExemtionTrailerTax.htm
CHINESE COMPANY TO BUILD RVs
http://www.RVBusiness.com/output.cfm?ID=102565&Newswire=1
JAYCO ADDS TWO CLASS C MOTORHOMES TO ITS LINEUP
http://www.motorhomemagazine.com/mhpreviews/index.cfm
ATTENDANCE UP AT NATION'S RV SHOWS
http://www.rvia.org/Media/newsreleases/breakingnews/p0209.htm
RV DEALER CHALKS UP SALES OF $80 MILLION IN ONE MONTH
http://www.RVBusiness.com/output.cfm?ID=102475&Newswire=1
MORE NEWS ABOUT RVs and RVing: http://newrver.com/news.html
TRAVEL TIPS FOR FIRST-TIME RV TRAVELERS
Here are ten tips from the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association for
RVers who are about to embark on their first trip.
http://www.rvia.com/Media/newsreleases/breakingnews/pgrv0203.htm
SUBSCRIBE TO THESE RV MAGAZINES. Best prices:
Motorhome, Trailer Life, RV Journal, RV Companion, Gypsy Journal
and Pop Up Times: http://www.NewRVer.com/rvmags.html
TODAY'S LOWEST GAS PRICE IN USA: Lewistown, PA: 77 cents/gal.
Other gas and diesel prices: http://www.gaspricewatch.com
TAX DEDUCTIONS WHEN USING AN RV FOR BUSINESS
Here's what can you deduct off your taxes when using an RV for business
http://www.bankrate.com/brm/news/biz/adviser/20020212a.asp
RV INSURANCE -- INSTANT QUOTE
Progressive Insurance is one of America's largest and most reputable
insurers of recreational vehicles. Click to its website for an online quote.
Chances are excellent you will find your best rate here.
http://www.newrver.com/prog.html
CONTROLLING SWAY WHEN TOWING A TRAVEL TRAILER
Causes of poor tow-vehicle/travel-trailer handling may seem elusive,
but remedies can be fairly simple.
http://www.sunlinerv.com/faq/sway.asp
FLORIDA CAMPGROUND INFORMATION:
http://www.flausa.com/interests/outdoor/camp.php
FULL-TIME RVers PUBLISH NEWSPAPER ABOUT TRAVELS
http://www.NewRVer.com/gypsy.html
FINALLY! CALIFORNIA TO NUMBER ITS HIGHWAY EXIT SIGNS
California is installing numbered exit signs based on mileage, finally
coming in line with most other states. The exit number will be based
on the mileage from the road's origin. North-south highways will start
at their most southern point, east-west from their most western point.
It will take three years to put the 23,000 signs on 92 routes.
GREAT WEBSITE ABOUT RVing
RV-Coach is wonderful, info-packed website about RVing. Check in
here, but be prepared to stay awhile: http://www.rv-coach.com
FREE "GETAWAY" GUIDE TO MASSACHUSETTS
http://www.massvacation.com/jsp/page.jsp?cat=79
RESOURCE FOR RVers WITH LAPTOP COMPUTERS
http://www.laptoptravel.com/cgi-bin/lapt.storefront
BUMPER STICKER:
"I'm the man of this house and I have my wife's permission to say so."
REVIEWS AND TEST DRIVES OF RVs:
SUNOVA LOW-COST CLASS A MOTORHOME FROM WINNEBAGO
http://www.motorhomemagazine.com/feature/index.cfm
LANCE 921 TRUCK CAMPER 9 1/2 FOOTER
http://www.trailerlife.com/feature/index.cfm
XPLORER XCURSION CLASS C MOTORHOME
http://www.fmca.com/fmc2002/febmag/coachfeature.asp
DIESEL PUSHER RESOURCE
Giant RV, a big southern California RV dealer, has a very nice directory
of diesel pusher motor coaches on its website. Dozens of coaches are
profiled, making this a good resource for researching a purchase of a
diesel pusher: http://www.giantrv.com/diesel_tour.htm
THIS ISSUE'S QUIZ
The FIFTH reader to answer the following questions correctly wins
a one year membership (Reg. $49.95) in the Happy Campers Club.
Members receive discounts of 50 percent off the posted camping
fee at more than 700 RV parks in the USA and Canada. For more
information about the club, please visit
http://www.NewRVer.com/happycamper.html
RULES: Contest good in USA only, and ONLY to registered subscribers of
this newsletter. ENTRY DEADLINE: Tuesday, Feb. 19, 5 p.m., Pacific Time.
Only one answer per person. Winners of last two quizzes ineligible.
1. In his book Travels With Charley, John Steinbeck writes about
an RV trip around the USA with a dog of what breed?
A. Poodle. B. Black Lab C. Schnauzer
2. In which Canadian National Park would you find Lake Louise?
A. Jasper B. Banff C. Both
3. What is the nickname of the state of Maine?
A. Lobster state B. Pine tree state C. Scenic wonderland state
A QUIZ ANSWER HINT is below:
E-mail your answers to me, Chuck Woodbury
LAST WEEK'S ANSWERS: 1-C 2-C. 3-B. Winner: Arlene Schiffman
RV RESOURCES
INFLATABLE BOATS FOR RVers:
http://www.newrver.com/boats.html
LIVE RENT-FREE AS A CARETAKER
http://www.outwestnewspaper.com/caretaker.html
POP UP TRAILER VIDEO: Great "how-to" tape about Pop Up Trailers:
http://newrver.com/popupvideo.html
RESERVATION HOTLINE FOR NATIONAL PARK CAMPSITES:
http://reservations.nps.gov
NO PARK WAL-MARTS: Stores where RVers can't stay overnight:
http://www.FreeCampgrounds.com/noparking.html
PROPANE GAS LOCATOR
http://www.propanegas.com/locator/index.html
SHOP AT WAL-MART
Wal-Mart supports RVers by letting us stay free overnight in most
of its parking lots. Support Wal-Mart by shopping there:
http://www.NewRVer.com/wmart.html
GUIDE TO RV CLUBS: http://www.newrver.com/clubs.html
RV SHOPPING MALL: http://www.NewRVer.com/shopmall.html
QUIZ HINT
Lake Louise is not in both parks
FREE VIDEO ABOUT RVING FOR NEWBIES. Get this!
http://gorving.newc.com/forms/freevideo.cfm
SCHEDULE OF THIS WEEK'S RV TODAY TV SHOW
http://www.rvtoday.tv/schedule.cfm
RV RECALLS
See if your RV or one you are thinking of buying has problems:
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/Index.cfm
RV JOKES
Laugh at jokes about RVing: http://www.RVjokes.com
WORTH PONDERING: "Common sense ain't all that common."
-- Will Rogers
HALF-PRICE CAMPING AT RV PARKS
Save 50% at more than 700 RV parks:
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