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Under the Weather pods: A stylish way to stay warm and dry outside

RV Travel -
By Kate Doherty What may look like the individual spacecraft from "Men in Black" that flies off to the planet Dartha is a patented individual...

Safety tips for portable heaters in an RV

Gail Marsh -
Winter brings cold temperatures, biting winds, and even snow or sleet. Will your RV furnace keep you toasty? How much will it cost to...

Cool Tools: Kill A Watt measures watt/amp draw

Dustin Simpson -
Every Wednesday (except this Wednesday!) we meet for a livestream called, Talkin’ RV Tech. We not only answer technical questions, but we also share...

Cool Tools: The Magnetizer Demagnetizer

Dustin Simpson -
Every Wednesday we meet for a livestream called Talkin’ RV Tech. We not only answer technical questions, but we also share what we like...

Using an Apple Watch as an emergency tool could save your life on the road

Karel Carnohan DVM -
I recently moved into a house with a small backyard with gravel. Desert landscaping and xeriscapes are preferred here in Palm Desert, and my...

Cool Tools: Cord hangers from an inner tube

Dustin Simpson -
Every Wednesday we meet for a livestream called Talkin’ RV Tech. We not only answer technical questions, but we also share what we like...

RV Stocking Stuffers: Reader suggested gifts for 2022

Cheri Sicard -
Last week we asked you: What small and/or low-cost RV gadgets, gizmos or accessories do you want in your holiday stocking or would you add...

Water from powered water filter is an easy, tasty treat

Tony -
Humans need water. But sometimes, the places we go, that water is, well... gross. A prime example of that is Quartzsite. Yuck. There are...

RVtravel.com readers speak out: The 11 most wanted RV gifts of 2022

Cheri Sicard -
In last week’s question, we asked what you would want your RV Santa to magically bring you. In other words, what RV gadgets, accessories,...

DC to DC charger: Does your RV need one?

Dave Helgeson -
What is a DC to DC charger and should my RV be equipped with one? Before that question can be answered, you will need to...

Cool Tools: The AWBLIN Automotive Test Light

Dustin Simpson -
Every Wednesday Dave Solberg and I meet for a livestream called "Talkin’ RV Tech." We not only answer technical questions, but we also share...

New RV entry handle works out the “bugs” of older-styled ones

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
RV entry handles. They’re not glamorous, but trying to get in and out of the old rig without them puts one at risk of...

The best fan to help with RV refrigerator air circulation

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

How it Happened: The history of the Coleman company

Gail Marsh -
When you hear “Coleman” what comes to your mind? A tent or lantern? That green cooler? It’s no wonder that Coleman has become practically...

Gadget Review: High-tech portable wireless dog fence – Good for RVers?

Karel Carnohan DVM -
What's the best way to keep Buddy confined to your campsite? Don't like the idea of tying your dog to a spike in the...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter – Issue 13

Tony -
Happy November, RV friends. This is always such an interesting time of year as some of us are planning getaways in wonderful weather, and some...

Gadget review: Motorola Talkabout T260 Two-Way Radio

Tony -
Today’s gadget review is for the Motorola Talkabout T260 Two-Way Radio. You know, a walkie-talkie. Or two, really. We’ve long enjoyed having walkie-talkies but...

10 smart ways you can use toothpicks while RVing

Gail Marsh -
My uncle always had a toothpick hanging from his mouth. As a child, I was fascinated by it. Why? Because he could talk around...

RV Gadget: MORryde motion-activated step lights

Tony -
Today’s gadget review is of the MORryde motion-activated step lights. MORryde has been offering more and more interesting upgrades for RVs. In particular, we...

These products are RVers’ “must-haves” while RVing

Dale Wade -
A friend and newbie travel trailer owner asked me what five items he MUST have on his RV travels. Not the usual stuff like...

My Medic gets the RV first aid kit right, and you should have one

Randall Brink -
Most RVers have discovered, often at the worst possible time, that their rig lacks a basic first aid kit. Usually, this happens right after...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter – Issue 12

Tony -
EDITED BY Tony Barthel Lessons from friends I recently got to spend time with friends Jason and Abby Epperson from RV Miles, who gave me a...

The easiest shoes you’ll ever put on. Seriously.

Emily Woodbury -
Kizik shoes, based in Utah, is changing the way we wear our shoes. Really. They are. Kizik® shoes, mostly athletic/sneaker-style, don't have to be tied,...

Reseal your RV with the BEST caulking gun!

Dustin Simpson -
Completing repairs and maintenance is a whole lot easier when you have the right tools on hand. Reseal your RV with the BEST caulking...

Yep, you can use your salad spinner these 7 other ways

Gail Marsh -
I’ll admit it! I removed our salad spinner from the RV kitchen. I felt the space could be better used to hold other things....

RV gadget: Inflatable cooler solves lots of problems for RVers

Tony -
Coolers are a fixture in the RV world but they usually come with some inherent disadvantages. Fortunately, Jim Phelan at AirSkirts® (more on those...

The canvas water bag: A classic way to carry water while RVing

Randall Brink -
When it comes to preparing for a camping trip or managing the boondocking necessities, water is always a major concern. Nothing will ruin a...

Tow vehicle wiring tester can save some anxiety while traveling

Dustin Simpson -
Part of towing your RV responsibly is making sure your trailer lights are working properly. Why are my running lights or brake lights not...

Single-use propane cylinders may soon vanish in California. What to do

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
Probably none of us can imagine an RV campground built on top of a landfill. To that end, the push is always on for...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter – Issue 11

Tony -
EDITED BY Tony Barthel It's been an interesting month since we last visited. My wife and I attended the FROG (Forest River Owners' Group) Rally...

Must-have gadget: Dump Buddy RV sewer hose fastener

Tony -
Every once in a while someone will come up with something that is so game-changing, I think it should be in every RV. That’s...

Leaking water heater pressure relief valve? This tool will help

Dustin Simpson -
Do you have a leaking water heater pressure relief valve? Is it normal for it to leak? Sometimes there can be a slight leak...

I’m a fan: Ryobi 18V portable fan is a breath of fresh air

Tony -
Do you like to sleep with a fan running? I’ve noticed that there are definitely fan sleepers and those who don’t prefer a fan...

Getting a handle on RV’s steps with the Safe-T-Rail

Tony -
This is my story about the MORryde Safe-T-Rail handrail that I have installed on my trailer. One of the nifty things about the way...

Making potable water portable with Dometic jugs

Tony -
While we talk a lot about RVs here on RVtravel.com, they’re not the only things on our minds. In fact, I love finding creative...

Is a 12-volt refrigerator right for you?

Dave Helgeson -
“Boondocking with Confidence” is boldly proclaimed by an advertisement in a popular RV trade magazine for a 12-volt compressor refrigerator, followed by the tagline,...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter – Issue 10

Tony -
Here I sit, a week early to the 2022 FROG Rally in Elkhart, Indiana, and I can't wait to see what all gadgets are...

RV gadget: The Element Fire Extinguisher

Tony -
Your RV’s fire extinguisher might not function. At all. At best, the fire extinguisher that came with your RV may create a path to...

Game-changing RV power is here with the Mastervolt Power Package

Tony -
More and more RVers are looking for more and more power in their rigs. As lithium batteries and the technology that surrounds them improves,...

10 best-selling Amazon products we shared with you in July

RV Travel -
Here at RVtravel.com, we recommend a lot of products to you. If we know something works for our RV or someone else's RV, we...

These pads easily remove bugs from your RV or other vehicle

Tony -
Bugs. They absolutely are a plague for anyone who cares about how their RV looks. But cleaning them off the rig is no fun....

RV Gadget Review: CURT bike rack keeps eBikes in check

Tony -
A while back my wife and I got Lectric eBikes, which have been a lot of fun. In fact, we’ve been writing stories about...

BBQ grill mats make grilling easy and cleanup a breeze

Gail Marsh -
OK, I’ll admit it. I’ve been living under a rock. That’s the only explanation as to why I’m just now learning about BBQ grilling...

RV Gadget: Water flow meter: Know what you fill (and when to stop)

Tony -
I was reading a Facebook post recently by someone who had a water flow meter and measured how much water they were able to...

Make your RV’s bed more comfortable without buying a new mattress

Nanci Dixon -
Finally! I had a good night's sleep on an RV mattress! RV mattresses are notoriously bad. All you have to do is visit any...

RV Gadget: Fridge fan tames wild GE 12-volt fridge

Tony -
I’m finding more and more RVs are coming with 12-volt refrigerators. These have a lot of promise, but do they deliver?  The advantages of a...

RVelectricity: New SoftStartUp is a game changer!

Mike Sokol -
Dear Readers, I've been getting emails about this product release for months ... but now it can be told! NetworkRV announces plug-in version of their SoftStartRV...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter – Issue 9

Tony -
If you think we've been lying down on the job – this time you're absolutely right. Well, sort of... Welcome to Issue 9 of the...

GhostBed: A big, comfy upgrade from our old RV mattress

Tony -
Disclaimer: GhostBed® is a new advertiser with RVtravel.com. Upon coming onboard, they asked if anyone on our team would like to test out one...

Honda debuts new Super Quiet EU Series portable generator

Chuck Woodbury -
This is a lightly edited press release Leading into the height of the 2022 summer vacation, recreational vehicle (RV) and outdoor recreation season, Honda Power...
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