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March 17, 2024
Issue 1148
Members edition
NEW FACEBOOK GROUP: RVing State Parks
Cover story
Readers are frustrated. Here’s why
By Chuck Woodbury
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hat a week it has been in RV Travel land. Busy, busy, busy. We recently switched to a new company to sell our advertising. They do things differently. Ads are in new places. It’s frustrating some readers; we’ve heard from dozens of them who do not like it and are even angry.
Last week in this space I asked you to please be patient with us as we transition to the new system. It will take us at least a month, even two, to get most everything working properly. Until then, some ads may be too “in your face” and some of the ads may displease you. Let me reassure you that we’re working hard to make things better.
I urge you to read this newsletter on a computer rather than a mobile device. It is so much easier to navigate and it looks much better.
We have had to find a way to bring in more revenue. Our server costs alone are staggering, not to mention what we pay for security. Income from our former advertising company had dwindled. We were very close to cutting our editorial budget: not enough money to pay writers decently. And I will not seek out “content creators” or crank out copy with A.I. just to fill space. What you would end up with would be generic, boring, wordy, inaccurate word-crap. I’ll shut down this website before I do that.
Many of you wrote us this past week to complain. “I’m done with RV Travel,” some said. Others who have donated to us in the past said, “No more.” One guy wanted to know if I was paying myself a million dollars a year: was his donation money going right into my pocket? Hah! A million dollars? In my dreams — not even in the ballpark! Still, I understand the frustrations of some readers. I’ll tell you: I’m right with them.
Other readers wrote, “We understand, Chuck. Ya gotta do what ya gotta do.” Because of them, I didn’t overdose on anti-depressants.
Last Thursday, Google announced that it’s changing its search engine to deliver results on its main search page using artificial intelligence. This is terrible news for most small publishers (and most big ones, too).
There will no longer be a need for you and me to click through to individual websites to get information. With the change, countless websites that rely on Google for their traffic will lose some or even most of their readers. That will kill many of them. Right now, just about everyone in the online publishing industry is soiling their pants worrying how they can survive. (Okay, I exaggerated. Sorry.)
With more than 20,000 articles on RVtravel.com, we know that Google’s bots will raid us and make off with enough information to respond to millions of queries. No need for those people to click to RVtravel.com for information. Shame on you, Google. Consequently, we are currently busy archiving a whole bunch of our oldest articles to keep Google and other word thieves from pirating what my writers and I worked so hard to produce — for more than 20 years!
Never in my entire publishing career (which spans 3/4 of my life) have I been so challenged. And mad and stressed! But my staff and I will not be defeated. We’ll be around for a long time. I say that with confidence. But we a have a lot of work to do. Please stay with us!
We’re working now to improve both the positions and quality of the ads we are now displaying. Sure, I could go back to the old company and its increasingly spammy ads, but I am telling you, the loss of income and the quality of the information we produce would hurt badly.
Finally, if you want to help us continue our ongoing quest to be the best, most honest resource about RVing, please consider chipping in as a voluntary subscriber. I know I ask you this a lot but, frankly, the support is critical to us. And for those who have contributed, thank you!
Yesterday’s Top News for RVers
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
- Is your car spying on you? Insurance companies sell your driving data, revealing your every move
- The Dyrt’s 2024 report reveals surprising new trends and wake-up calls for campground owners
- GEICO avoids class action in lawsuit over pandemic premiums
- The latest Starlink Roam news for the week of March 11, 2024
- Campground Crowding: RVer claims weekend campers are the problem; plus, the difference in amenities and space at RV resorts and state parks
Read the rest of the news in yesterday’s newsletter here.
Today’s RV review…
A back desk cutie: Salem/Wildwood FSX 163RDSK travel trailer
By Tony Barthel
Today’s RV review is of the Salem/Wildwood FSX-series 163RDSK travel trailer. This is quite literally one of the niftiest little campers I’ve seen, if you’re looking for a well-designed couple’s camper that’s easily towed by some less-capable vehicles like mid-sized pickups or even some SUVs. But what really surprised me was that this little trailer sports a desk that can also be part of the kitchen/prep area and even comes with an office chair….
RV Service Centers and Repairs Report
RVer writes, “All RV dealers must go to the same ‘School of Shame”; and, “Camping World became a ‘House of Horrors’”
In this column, we summarize some of your emails and comments regarding RV service centers and repairs. In this week’s installment, Nanci Dixon relates more of your horror stories of specific RV service centers, some tips on the importance of research and negotiating, and the benefits of using non-brand-name shops as well as mobile techs. Plus, there are a couple more highly recommended shops.👍
UPDATED WEEKLY: A list of RV dealers, service centers, and mobile techs as recommended by our readers. Click here.
Big-time boo-boo: RV door hits overhead light in brand-new RV
By Keith Ward
Is this the fail of all RV fails? I’m not sure, but it’s got to be up there. I was at an RV show in Pennsylvania with my wife earlier this week, and we were looking through the models when I came across something I hadn’t seen before: a storage door that hit and stuck on a nearby ceiling light. I was so incredulous that I tried it again, several more times. Yup, every time it hit the light. This was on a brand-new RV, sitting on the show floor! There are those who say that the problems with RV build quality are overblown. I invite those with that opinion to watch this 22-second video.
E-bike debate ignites among RVers: Should e-bikes roam free or face trail restrictions?
By Gail Marsh
Explore the heated discussion that took place on RVtravel.com earlier this week surrounding the question: Should e-bikes be allowed on traditional bike trails? With divided opinions on both sides, hear compelling arguments and insightful perspectives from avid cyclists and e-bike enthusiasts alike. From firsthand accounts of newfound freedom and accessibility to concerns over trail wear and safety risks, uncover the complex dynamics shaping this contentious issue. Plus, gain valuable insights into potential solutions and suggestions for trail management and enforcement. Click here to read.
Fairgrounds camping: Don’t overlook these affordable, sometimes free, “campgrounds”
By Russ and Tiña De Maris
Join us on a journey through the backcountry of Idaho as we uncover a budget-friendly (free!) alternative for RVers seeking shelter on the road. Explore the allure of county fairgrounds across the U.S. as convenient and scenic overnight destinations. With firsthand experiences and insider tips, learn how these humble havens offer a unique blend of comfort, convenience, and rustic charm for travelers on the go. And best of all? Sometimes they’re free! Read more.
Highlights from this week’s RV Daily Tips Newsletter
- Don’t like guns? Alternatives for self-protection
- Optimize space in your RV shower to make it feel bigger than it is
- 10 reasons why you need a wok in your RV kitchen
- Your RV’s R-value. Don’t believe it hook, line and sinker
- RV spring shakedown primer
NOT RECEIVING OUR DAILY TIPS NEWSLETTER YET? You’ll love it! It’s filled with RV tips and tricks, RV maintenance advice, cool gadgets, trivia, a poll question, a joke, websites we love, recipes, and much more. Read the latest issues here then sign up here. Easy unsubscribe if you don’t like it (but we know that won’t happen).
Key features to look for when choosing an RV storage facility
By Dave Helgeson
What are the key features RVers look for in an RV storage facility? I was asked this question by a couple on Facebook looking to build an RV storage facility. In this article, discover the key features for choosing the perfect RV storage facility. From top-notch security measures to weather protection and convenient access, dive into this comprehensive guide and unlock the secrets and best things to look for (and avoid) when selecting an RV storage facility. Read more.
Don’t forget to tow your… helicopter?
We found this image on the CampingRoadTrip.com Facebook page and first gasped, then chuckled… Could this be real? A few Facebook commenters mention they’ve seen this helicopter-towin’ RV around the country before, so it must be! This is cool!
Campground neighbor exposes the world of horse trailer RVs, and they’re neat!
By Gail Marsh
What do you know about horse trailer “RVs”? Recent campground “horse people” neighbors gave us a look at the unique journey of horse owners on the road. These horse-enthusiasts-turned-RVers share insights and practicalities of their unconventional travel lifestyle. If you’ve never seen the inside of a horse trailer LQ (living quarters), check this out!
Readers’ RVing Mistakes
A classic case in the “distracted dumping” saga; plus, truck camper legs almost walked on their own!
In this column, we are sharing some of the not-so-brilliant things we, the RVtravel.com staff, and you, our readers, have done while RVing. This week’s installment from Nanci Dixon includes several more of your black tank dumping mishaps, and a cassette toilet cap that got away. (Don’t let that happen to you.) Also, what does a flood have to do with truck camper legs?
DO US A FAVOR AND GET UP FROM THIS NEWSLETTER RIGHT NOW and go check that the batteries in your smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector (and any others that you may have) still work. Replace them if it’s been a while. The newsletter will still be here when you get back, don’t worry.
Reader Poll
Do you keep your RV locked when you’re away from it?
Please let us know. After you click your response, you’ll see how others have responded. Feel free to leave a comment.
POPULAR POLL FROM THIS PAST WEEK
We asked: Do you have vision or hearing impairment(s)? See how more than 1,400 other RVers answered.
Outstanding but affordable RV parks
In this column, we’re sharing information taken from our Facebook group Outstanding but affordable RV parks. Also, from time to time, we’ll include our staff’s favorite affordable campgrounds. We hope to provide real options for folks looking to RV in reasonably priced, well-kept RV parks all across the country.
Click here to see this week’s picks for outstanding but affordable RV parks.
Travel Destinations
Cheap RVing at NM’s otherworldly City of Rocks State Park: Amazing campsites, wildlife, history, and more!
By Cheri Sicard
If you are looking for an unusual, borderline-otherworldly destination for your next RV trip, consider New Mexico’s City of Rocks State Park near the tiny town of Faywood. Rock formations like those at the City of Rocks State Park exist in only six other places in the entire world, so you are not likely to encounter anywhere else like this.
National Park RVing guides
- High desert RVing in beautiful Capitol Reef National Park, Utah
- RV tripping to Bryce Canyon National Park: What to know, what to do, where to stay
- Hiking with the Angels: Everything to know about RVing around Zion National Park
- The beautiful Grand Canyon National Park: A guide for RVers
Ask Dave
Dave Solberg is a leading expert in the RV industry and author of the “RV Handbook”.
This past week’s questions that Dave answered:
- How do I know when my LP tank is at 80 percent?
- Why is there no airflow from one of my RV’s furnace vents?
- Furnace airflow issue follow-up with photos
- RV’s roof air conditioner is not cooling sufficiently. What can I do?
- How can I clean my RV furnace ductwork?
Click here to see more questions for Dave.
DON’T MISS ANY RV REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE ARTICLES! Every Tuesday we issue a free weekly email digest of all our articles from the past week on the subject. Sign up here for RV Repair and Maintenance Tips (and check out all our other reports and newsletters).
In the RV Shop with Dustin
Water heater drain plug and wrench kit makes Dometic water heater repairs easy
By Dustin Simpson
Whether you’re a seasoned RV enthusiast or a novice on the road, maintaining your RV’s water heater is a crucial aspect of ensuring a smooth and trouble-free journey. Enter the Dometic Water Heater Drain Plug and Wrench Kit—a game-changer for anyone looking to simplify the process of water heater maintenance.
Video of the Day
Don’t make these 5 national parks mistakes!
By Cheri Sicard
The team from CampBrood says there are some surefire ways to spot a National Park beginner and these 5 national park mistakes are a dead giveaway that the person is a new, inexperienced visitor in the national parks. But fear not. Not only does the video show you five beginner national park mistakes—it also shows how to correct them.
RV Tire Safety
“Max Pressure” is NOT the maximum you can have in your tires
By Roger Marble
I understand how this incorrect information occurs when people assume “Max Pressure” means the maximum air pressure you can have in your tires. People decide to read the wording on the side of their tires and not the federally mandated vehicle certification label.
Roger sets us straight on “Max Pressure” here
Gadgets and Gizmos
No new gadget articles this weekend, but don’t fret! Cheri has a brand-new issue of her Great RV Accessories newsletter filled to the brim with gadgets galore! Make sure you read it here to get your gadget “fix”.
RVing with Pets
5 quick tips for RVing with pets
By Gail Marsh
So, you’re ready to hit the road only this time you’ve decided to bring Kitty or Fido along. Before you head out your driveway, take a moment to consider these five quick tips for traveling with pets.
Recipe of the Day
Sweet and Spicy Corned Beef Sandwiches
by Susan Magness from Cleburne, TX
Take corned beef to the next level this St. Patrick’s Day with these sweet and spicy corned beef sandwiches. The corned beef is tender and juicy. On top is a sticky and tasty brown sugar glaze. The spices seep into the corned beef and enhance its flavor. We thinly sliced the corned beef and piled it on a Kaiser bun. With a nice balance of sweet and savory, these sandwiches are filling and satisfying.
Readers’ Pet of the Day
“One of our daughters is a Dementia/Alzheimer’s director at a facility. Her dog, Bullet, accompanies her to work every day. Bullet goes to each room and greets the residents where he has become a welcome visitor. During group gatherings, Bullet has displayed the ability to sense if a resident is having a bad day and then goes to that resident and sits in their lap to bring soothing distraction to that person. Here he is dressed for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration at the facility.” —David Plummer
Editor’s note: This photo of Bullet was originally submitted in 2020 but we couldn’t resist sharing it, and his story, again!
• RVing with Dogs group on Facebook. You’ll love it.
Brain Teaser
I am flat as a leaf, and as round as a ring. I have eyes, but cannot see a thing. What am I?
(Answer below.)
Do you have a brain teaser you think we should use? Send it to us here.
Trivia
• The first St. Patrick’s Day celebration in the U.S. occurred in Boston in 1737.
• There are 31.5 million U.S. residents with Irish ancestry. This number is more than seven times the population of Ireland itself.
• Your odds of finding a four-leaf clover are about 1 in 10,000.
Sunday funny
Did you miss last week’s RV Travel?
Brain teaser answer:
A button. [Or maybe a coin?]
RVtravel.com All Star Team
Publisher: Chuck Woodbury. Editor: Emily Woodbury. Associate editor: Diane McGovern. Senior editors: Russ and Tiña De Maris. Senior writers: Nanci Dixon, Gail Marsh, Dave Solberg and Cheri Sicard. Contributors: Roger Marble, Dave Helgeson, J.R. Montigel, Randall Brink, Dustin Simpson, Dale Wade, and Tony Barthel. Financial affairs director: Gail Meyring. IT wrangler: Kim Christiansen. Director of Video: Keith Ward. Social Media staff: Gary Pratt. Mascots: Archie and Astor “the Disaster”
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Many thanks for including Bullet’s photo and story again. Bullet continues to assist his “mom” with caring for Alzheimer’s patients.
David Plummer.
I loved reading the little story behind Bullet. He is a handsome guy & I bet the residents love him. I worked in an Alzheimer unit several years ago & we had a kitty. He was a hit with residents & staff alike. Gave the best head butts ever. Pets are so important in our lives & can have a huge impact on residents of these facilities. Keep up the good work Bullet!
We are changing our computer system and I deeply understand the challenges this brings. Take heart, there are many 1,000s of RVTravel readers out there who are still behind you and cheering you on; you just don’t hear from them! I’ll keep reading, learning, and being encouraged by you and your staff. 🤠
Thanks for listening. The ads yesterday, on desktop, were terrible. Couldn’t even hide the intrusive one on the bottom banner. I don’t care what the ads say…I’ll never click, but understand you need to make some dough. What is google forcing with AI? Are there good alternatives to use and we all stop using google?
Duck duck go is great. That and an ad blocker, my newsletter looks the same as before the transition on my laptop. I had no idea of a problem!
I finally downloaded duckduckgo on my cell phone after hearing from others. Yes, it works, really. No more ads and pop-ups reading RVT!
I use duck duck go browser and search engine – love them both. I still use Google for maps and some things that Duck doesn’t like.
I too am fed up with ads. You have to pay for cable, or Hulu, or any of the other tv channels and they shove ads ad you. Some you have to make a choice of a 30 sec ad or 3 minute one. If I’m paying for something, I don’t want ads. There must be a way we can come together and demand the FCC stop this. The other option is file a class action lawsuit against company’s for this practice. I am going to look at DucDuc go. Maybe that is an option for computers. Who knows. One of your readers must be a wiz at computers. If you clear your cache and history would this help or do they track your IP address? Anyways I’ll keep reading your news letter. Thanks
Chuck, I get and understand your financial tidbit. However, what kind of company did you switch to? Yes, migration to new software or upgrades to new system can be frustrating but yours take the cake. Didn’t you have any type of demonstration of how your website was going to look or appear? Were they a startup or charging less? It’s quantity over quality, just like RV manufacturers, sound familiar. IMO too many ads not consistent with RV’ing.
It shouldn’t matter in laptop, tablet or mobile device on viewing. It’s the ads that are the root cause of the problems. Whomever wrote the program for RV Travel is the issue given there are always adjustments to be made. But it should have been demonstrated and run behind the scenes by staff for a while before launching. So it now stands for patients to work through.
Have you considered moving your facebook groups to a platform like circle.so with a nominal membership fee?I run a successful nonprofit community site on this platform. It would provide a revenue stream in exchange for the peace of mind that, as a reader, I’m not for sale to advertisers or data brokers.
As a technologist, I’m following AI closely. I believe we are going to see a significant trend for legitimate content to be accessed strictly behind paywalls while freely accessible content will degenerate to useless click bait garbage. If nothing else, AI will lead us to a segregation of content that is long overdue. The ad-supported model was never a good one.
Good morning Chuck. I don’t have much to say about the new format other than I have no idea how you have manged to survive this far with voluntary subscription. Small everything is under attack with AI. It is not realistic for any subscribers to think you can survive without the new format or advertisers. Keep up the good work.
Ads are not a problem, auto running videos steal my data dollars, and that is a problem
Have been a long time reader, fan and paying supporter of RV Travel and is my first stop in the morning with my cup of Java. Net/net this is a wonderful forum and very much worth supporting. Any ads I see as a paying supporter IMHO are what i would characterize as a first world problem and I for one is planted firmly in Chuck’s camp that in order to maintain this wonderful site he needs revenue. Hang in there my morning friend 😊
X2- thanks Chuck & everybody else.
I was going to say something similar. There are a whole lot of things to get worked up about before some pop up ads.
We lock our RV when away from it. Not if we can see it.
We use the dead bolt lock as very few people have a key to it.
On my Samsung android phone, I installed the mobile DuckDuckGo browser and made it my default browser. I see NO ads at all. All the obnoxious pop up garbage is gone.
The RV Travel newsletter had become unusable before on my phone. Now it works perfectly.
I don’t know if DuckDuckGo is available for iPhones but if it is it might be worth a shot. Make sure to make it your default browser.
It is available for iPhones.
While DDG and ad blockers are great for consumers, they’re terrible for the host website. Advertisers aren’t willing to pay for ads that can’t be delivered. All of these metrics are tracked. They know you’re using the ad-blocker/DDG browser and aren’t seeing the ads. The rev sharing models these advertising companies use require eyeballs on ads. If those eyeballs aren’t seeing the ads due to ad-blockers/etc, there’s no rev share with the host website which is the problem Chuck is facing. BTW … I use DDG and love it too.
I wouldn’t mind the ads so much but on my phone they would pop up and obscure the content to the point where you couldn’t even read the content. And the ads were never RV related.
I couldn’t care less about the host website when they allow that garbage. The DDG browser is great for phones.
I see nothing wrong with the current newsletter or the new ad placements. I very much like RVtravel.
Thanks for taking the time to keep us informed about the changes. I trust you, Chuck. Keep up the good work!
I guess I’m in the minority or I need to thank my lucky stars. I have not a single ad, anywhere, on my RV Travel Newsletter page. I’m on my iPad, using Safari. I’m a monthly donator but others that donate say they are seeing ads all over the place. Not sure why I’m the exception, but I’ll take it.
Hi Chuck.
Long time paid subscriber here. I’ve been in the ecommerce/online space now since 2004. And, my company manufactures products for the RV industry so have some skin in the game too.
Like it or not, the days of clicking through to a website to read content are numbered. Google (and others) are indeed aggregating information to be able to present information to consumers without having to click through. Assuming you don’t want to accept advertising dollars from industry players, the only viable solution is to put up a pay wall to protect your unique content. Yeah, I know it’s not what you want to hear but it’s the only option to protect your content.
Hey Chuck and staff, I compliment you for your efforts to maintain RVT and the excellent content. Thanks for the shout out on your million dollar salary! It was a bit of ribbing that elicited a reaction, well done. Now that I use duckduckgo, RVT can pile on all the advertising it desires, I won’t see ’em. Hear that everyone!? And just in case everyone starts using DDG, will the ad tracking algorithms find no one is seeing the ads and cancel RVT?
Hang in there Chuck, I love your publication. Haters will always be Haters! I’ve only been an avid camper for the past four years and have dove into it with both feet. I have a Tiffin Motorhome, a Solitude, and a smaller 23 foot Keystone. I read your articles regularly and very much enjoy them.
Thank you again,
Dave
Thank you, Emily and Diane! 🙂 Happy Saint Patrick’s Day (it IS today, right?)! 🙂 Although DuckDuckGo prevents the ads from displaying, I’m concerned that you’ll get no revenue, so switching back to Chrome. As to Google’s switch to AI, I’ll switch to a different search engine. Also, I made a contribution, or two, today to try to allay Chuck’s dismay over Google’s disheartening news. If you do end up behind a pay-wall, I will follow you there, and I am sure that others will too, so don’t dismiss the idea. 🙂 Have a great week! 🙂
If it becomes too difficult to make ends meet, a paywall may be the way to go. You can still offer a “free” version, but after so many clicks you need to pay (or some such system). That can be annoying for a casual user, but for a regular visitor it’s just another way to “donate”. Might also cut down on the AI harvesting?
You have a loyal reader in me Chuck. Everyone who complains should subscribe.
To those who are using Duck-Duck-Go (I use it and love it too – highly recommend over Google) and other ad-blockers, it’s great for you but not the host website. Advertisers aren’t willing to pay for ads that can’t be delivered. All of these metrics are tracked. They know you’re using the ad-blocker/DDG browser and aren’t seeing the ads. The rev sharing models these advertising companies use require eyeballs on the ads. If those eyeballs aren’t seeing the ads due to ad-blockers/etc, there’s no rev share. It’s that simple.
The ads aren’t any more annoying than on any other site. On my laptop I can easily click them off. If I had a choice between ads and no RVtravel newsletter, I would choose the ads. You’ve got to do what you’ve got to do, and you can never please everyone.
For pete’s sack if you don’t like the ads then do a voluntary subscription. If you enjoy the newsletters then a few bucks a month is worth no ads. I am on a fixed income but still worth it.
Firefox with the uBlock Origin ad blocker. Don’t see any ads.
Chuck, I have been a paying subscriber for a while now. As a matter of fact, I just increased my annual contribution less than a 1/2 hour ago. You do a phenomenal job getting important and relevant information out to us. Those that complain are just too ignorant to understand all you go through to make this website what it is. You are not Newsmax, or FOX news. You do the best you can with the budget you have to work with. I, for one, appreciate all of you at RV Travel.com. I will continue to support you in any way I can. Thank you Chuck and the entire Staff!
When I click (how do you “click” on a keypad?) on the site (from the email) or any continuation from within the newsletter, I get a very tall, narrow image. It’s not a problem to expand it, but thought you might be interested.
The sweet doggie Bullet and that spirit of caring is so wonderful and more is needed in our world! Cute photograph and doggie 🥰🐶
Chuck – thank you for explaining the challenges RV Travel is facing. As a paid subscriber I would rather have ads and original content than the dreaded AI. The problem is that Google and most tech companies have no ethics. They are all about exploitation for profit. Stay the course.
Good afternoon and hope your St. Patrick’s day was great.
Regarding changes on our RV Travel News Letter, do what you have to do!
In a year this will be just a blink in time!
Thanks for a great News Letter & Thanks Chuck for the 411.
All these frustrated users should send in a donation.
We donated and thankful for our daily RV news via YOU!
Thank you for your kind words and your donation, DPJ. We appreciate them, and we appreciate YOU! (BTW, I just looked up your account, curious about your name. We have the same last name, although my maiden name was the Danish version, ending in “en” rather than “on”.) Have a great day.🤗 –Diane at RVtravel.com
I, like others, have contributed to your newsletter. It’s the least everyone can do. It’s the best out there and I read every one. You and your staff are the best and I appreciate all the work you put into making this great resource!
Awww. Thanks, Elaine😊 We appreciate your very kind words as well as your contributions to help support our newsletters, and we appreciate YOU!🤗 Have a great day. 😀 –Diane at RVtravel.com
Chuck,
Sorry people are giving you a hard time. Technology has just about thrown everything into the air. The old saying “adapt or die” has never been truer. People who don’t like it have the solution in their own hands – subscribe. It’s not much, and the articles are varied in nature (RV reviews, how-to articles, etc.). There is surely something in each issue for each reader.
It’s important to remember that RV Travel has more clout with policy makers when it weighs in on an issue the more subscribers it has. A magazine with a bazillion subscribers will be listened to more readily than one with just a few.