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Why you should use RV slide-out stabilizers and locks

RV Travel -
By Dustin Simpson Today, join me in my RV shop as I explain the importance of using slide-out stabilizers and locks for your RV. Slide-outs...

Why all RVers should have a dash cam

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
Dash cams have been common in cars for years, but for RVers, they’re quietly becoming one of those upgrades that just makes sense. From campground...

Keep the cold out with bubble wrap RV window insulation

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By Cheri Sicard The video below from PlayRightParent demonstrates bubble wrap window insulation on a sticks-and-bricks home. However, this same inexpensive cold-weather hack can also...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #82

Cheri Sicard -
Greetings, fellow RVers! RVing isn't ALL fun and games, but fun and games can definitely enhance the experience. This issue, among other great stuff we...

Why your RV refrigerator needs a cooling fan

RV Travel -
By Dustin Simpson In this article and video, we’ll show you how upgrading your RV refrigerator with a cooling fan can make all the difference...

Flat towing hasn’t changed much, but battery disconnects finally have

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
Flat towing a car behind a motorhome looks much the same today as it did years ago. The hookups are familiar, the steps are...

RV game night: Fun and fast Monopoly game variations

Cheri Sicard -
If you love a good game night but don’t love hauling a stack of bulky board games in your RV, there are two Monopoly...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #81

Cheri Sicard -
Greetings, fellow RVers! Come on in—our door is open! This issue, among other great stuff we are liking, we focus on your RV's entry: locks,...

The best electric heaters under $25 for small RVs

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By Cheri Sicard In the video below, Drew from Playing with Sticks talks about the best electric heaters for teardrop trailers, as that’s what...

RVs and WD-40: Unusual combinations that work

RV Travel -
By Russ and Tiña De Maris Seems like every RV has at least a can or two of WD-40 for lubricating various parts. But there's...

The best dog car seat and dog booster seat for RVers

Cheri Sicard -
I recently (and unexpectedly) adopted a puppy from an amazing rescue organization that specializes in pets that need rehabilitation. (Check them out at Deserving...

Benefits of using an RV backup camera

RV Travel -
By Dustin Simpson Using a rearview (RV backup) camera on your recreational vehicle can offer several benefits, including enhancing safety, convenience, and overall driving experience. Here...

Got power stations? You need the Pecron U20 Universal Cable Kit

Video Editor -
Anyone who uses portable power stations long enough runs into the same problem: the cable on hand is almost right, but not quite. I...

Water pressure regulators keep geysers out of your RV

RV Travel -
By Russ and Tiña De Maris As many as 2,000 people are on hand each time Yellowstone’s Old Faithful geyser pops off. You can bet...

Installing Roadmaster Tow Defender for ultimate towed vehicle protection

RV Travel -
By Dustin Simpson Join me “In The RV Shop” as I show you how to install the Roadmaster Tow Defender and explain what it does. The...

KeySmart puts bulky keys into single fold-up device

Bob Difley -
The KeySmart Pro is a compact, Swiss-style key organizer designed to turn a noisy, bulky keyring into a single, streamlined fold-up device—perfect for everyday...

Fact or fiction: Are all RV keys really the same?

Cheri Sicard -
RV owners hear the same line all the time: Every camper uses the same key. It sounds scary, and it keeps forums and Facebook...

Light up your RV steps and stay safe after dark

Dustin Simpson -
One of our favorite simple AND affordable RV upgrades: these magnetic solar step lights. These lights auto-activate at dusk, giving your entry steps a clean,...

Tips from a pro: How to digitize your family photo albums

RV Travel -
By Nanci Dixon When we cleared out our house to begin our full-time journey, one of the hardest things we had to do was leave...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #80

Cheri Sicard -
Greetings, fellow RVers! This issue focuses on RV tools. That's because our resident RV repair guru, Dave Solberg, recently completed a "12 Days of RV...

Modiwell high-tech, dry flush toilet review

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By Cheri Sicard After years of using bags, a cheap bucket, and a collapsible toilet, Kelli and Greg from Explore Trek Adventure ended up reviewing...

Watch this BEFORE buying the MORryde RV door latch extender

Video Editor -
By Cheri Sicard In the video below, our favorite RV gearhead, Joshua from RV Gear & Far, discusses an RV door latch extender, one of...

RV electric blanket comparison showdown

Video Editor -
By Cheri Sicard When the weather turns cold, which electric blanket is best to keep you warm in your RV?  Drew from Playing With Sticks...

Cool Tools: Kill A Watt measures watt/amp draw

RV Travel -
By Dustin Simpson Back in the day, Dave Solberg and I would meet for a livestream called Talkin’ RV Tech. We'd not only answer technical...

Twelve days of Christmas RV tools – Twelfth day: Klein multimeter kit

Dave Solberg -
When you’re troubleshooting an RV problem—whether it’s a 120-volt AC system or a 12-volt DC component—guessing isn’t going to cut it. You need real...

Must-have RV gear: The Power Mountain Tallboy Jack

Video Editor -
The host of the Runaway Roses had carried a basic bottle jack in the truck for years and never really liked it. After trying...

RVers at risk: Expert warns Battle Born lithium batteries are dangerous and unsafe

Tony Barthel -
YouTuber Will Prowse is known for battery teardowns and evaluating lithium batteries as part of his DIY solar videos on the video platform. But...

Twelve days of Christmas RV tools – Eleventh day: endoscope

Dave Solberg -
I’m convinced every RV is built with hundreds of hidden nooks and crannies—places that are frustratingly hard (or downright impossible) to see or reach....

Twelve days of Christmas RV tools – Tenth day: creative cord holders

Dave Solberg -
If you have been RVing for any length of time, you have likely opened a storage compartment to find a tangled assortment of extension...

Twelve days of Christmas RV tools – Eighth day: smartphone and selfie stick

Dave Solberg -
Smartphone and selfie stick: Modern tools for DIY maintenance Looking back: The “old school” way Before smartphones became commonplace, working on cars required a lot of...

Twelve days of Christmas RV tools – Seventh day: keychain screw gun bit holder

Dave Solberg -
It seems like every day, fastener companies come out with another “specialty” head for screws and fasteners. When I was a kid, we just...

20 items to always keep in your vehicle for winter emergencies

RV Travel -
By Gail Marsh Being prepared for winter emergencies is crucial for your safety. Here's a list of 20 items to keep in your vehicle during...

Twelve days of Christmas RV tools – Sixth day: non-contact voltage tester

Dave Solberg -
When a 120-volt component is not working, I have found that oftentimes it is not the component that's the problem, but an open circuit...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #79

Cheri Sicard -
Greetings, fellow RVers! This newsletter issue stinks! That's because we are focusing on black tanks, toilets, and poop! But actually, it does not really stink,...

Twelve Days of Christmas RV Tools—Third day: water heater flush wand

Dave Solberg -
With winter here, hopefully everyone in the cold weather region has already winterized their rig—either using RV antifreeze, or blowing out the plumbing system....

Starlink keeps RVers connected anywhere—Amazon Leo promises even more options

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
Starlink RV internet has transformed life on the road, making it possible for RVers to work, stream, and stay connected from almost anywhere. With...

Twelve Days of Christmas RV Tools—Second day: infrared temperature sensor

Dave Solberg -
On the second day of Christmas, my must-have tool is the infrared temperature sensor. As I have stated many times, it’s important to have...

RV decals gone in minutes with the best RV decal remover

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By Cheri Sicard Old RV decals can make a solid RV look tired in a hurry. In the video at the end of this post,...

Twelve Days of Christmas RV Tools—First day: anemometer

Dave Solberg -
For several years, I have been conducting various seminars at RV shows, and one of my most popular seminars is “Cool RV Tools”. Every...

Multi-use, transforming RV furniture

Gail Marsh -
Do you remember the Transformers toys? I thought about the toys recently when I discovered several examples of transforming RV furniture. Take a look, and...

Our best RV gear and gadgets of 2025

Cheri Sicard -
As the editor of RVtravel.com's Great RV Accessories newsletter, a whole lot of RV gear and gadgets come across my radar, and I am...

The best fan to help with RV refrigerator air circulation

RV Travel -
By Dustin Simpson My RV repair shop receives a common complaint from customers, and that is their RV refrigerator has poor air circulation. Poor air...

Portable DIY RV skirting for cold weather

Video Editor -
By Cheri Sicard The video below introduces us to Silver of the USS Overlander YouTube channel and her portable DIY RV skirting project. Silver made the...

My new RV mattress changed my life

Cheri Sicard -
Considering how long I put this off, I’m not sure I have the right to nag anyone else… but I’m going to anyway: If your...

New Starlink Mini RV charger powers Starlink Mini and other devices at once

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
For RVers relying on a Starlink Mini, staying connected during long trips or off-grid adventures can be a challenge. The new JR-CL30 4-in-1 Starlink...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #78

Cheri Sicard -
Greetings, fellow RVers! As tomorrow is Thanksgiving, that means the official start of the holiday shopping season is just two days away. Therefore, this issue,...

A look at Lippert’s RV slide-out toppers

RV Travel -
By Dustin Simpson Join me as I explain more about Lippert Components, often referred to as LCI, one of the leading manufacturers in the RV...

Double your RV storage with these dual, duo solutions

Gail Marsh -
What do I like more than finding a great RV storage solution? Finding that they are sold in a two-pack! Recently, I’ve been rethinking our...

Say goodbye to RV plumbing issues with the RV Tissue Digester

RV Travel -
By Dustin Simpson Join me as I share what we like to call “cool RV products.” These are products and gadgets that we actually use...

RV-themed must-have gifts for the home or RV

RV Travel -
Here are 13 items we know the RV lover and RV decorator will adore. Happy shopping and Happy Holidays! 1. This adorable camp stove ornament....
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