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How to make a safe wallet to protect your personal information

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By Cheri Sicard If you are an RVer with a sewing machine, Tracy from The Sewing Channel is going to show you how to make...

The best winter RV gear

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By Cheri Sicard Winter camping in an RV can be tough, but the right gear makes it comfortable and safe. In the video at the end...

Updated for 2026: 20 camping games and puzzles that make perfect gifts

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By Gail Marsh Wondering what to give to the families on your gift list this year? Face it! The kids already have too many toys,...

Need a sewer hookup? Get a poop grinder!

Nanci Dixon -
As some of you know, we have purchased a fixer-upper house on five acres of land in southern Arizona. It is the next grand...

An electric mousetrap that works

Cheri Sicard -
I bought an OWLTRA® electric mouse trap for extra insurance after I had rid my travel trailer of mice. That was about a year-and-a-half ago,...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #77

Cheri Sicard -
Greetings, fellow RVers! What are you wearing? No, I am not getting kinky. I ask because this issue we focus on wearable items that make...

Are RV ramp levelers worth it? Andersen vs. Beech Lane levelers

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By Cheri Sicard In the video below, Joshua from RV Gear & Far takes a look at RV ramp levelers, also known as wedge levelers....

10 best 2025 RV gear picks from the Hershey RV Show

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By Cheri Sicard The 2025 Hershey RV Show packed the Giant Center with rigs and rows of vendors, all showing off tools and upgrades to...

A sewer hose that withstands cold weather

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By Chris Dougherty Chris Dougherty is a certified RV technician. Here is an article he wrote while he was serving as RVtravel.com's technical editor. RVing in...

Warm up your RV with a window insulation kit

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By Russ and Tiña De Maris When my feet hit the deck one morning in the old RV, I knew something was decidedly wrong. Even...

The top three cassette toilet objections—myths busted!

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By Cheri Sicard Cassette toilets get a bad rap. Many shoppers say they love a certain RV, then bail at the word "cassette." The Fit...

The surprising shoe for all RVing women

Cheri Sicard -
It may sound strange to recommend dance shoes to RVers, but hear me out, ladies. There are lots of reasons that classic dance (aka...

Making the most of your Swiffer while RVing

Gail Marsh -
Take a deep breath. Chances are that the road has gifted your RV with dust, pollen, and perhaps even a sooty souvenir from last...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #76

Cheri Sicard -
Greetings, fellow RVers! We have an eclectic offering of RV gear and gadgets for you this issue, which made it difficult for me to name...

15 must-have outdoor RV gear accessories

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By Cheri Sicard A simple outdoor setup can add a lot of comfort to RV life. In the video at the end of this post,...

Add a MORryde sliding cargo tray to your RV’s basement storage

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By Dustin Simpson Are you looking to add an RV sliding cargo tray that makes storage access easy, even in hard-to-reach compartments of your RV?...

My new favorite power station: The Bluetti Elite 200 V2 is better than all the others

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I have a new favorite power station! I am happy about this because people who know me know I am prone to boondocking off-grid,...

Who really builds your rig? You may be surprised

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By Cheri Sicard Many RV shoppers hear the same line: "Every rig is slapped together with Lippert parts in Indiana." After a decade following the...

Ford’s new gadget is odd, but you’ll never lose your key fob again

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Ford’s new “Truckle” might just be the kind of clever gadget that actually makes RV life simpler. So, what is a Truckle™? The Truckle is...

Your RV’s entry steps are hiding clever storage space in plain sight

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RVers are always in search of ways to make travel easier and more fun! I recently noticed a Facebook post that got me thinking...

These RV replacement mirrors save you money, improve optics

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Burco, Inc., has been quietly building a reputation in the mirror world for decades. Founded in 1979, the company operates out of Grand Rapids,...

Bluetti’s new RVSolar system can power your RV in just 30 minutes

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Are you looking for an alternative to a costly RV solar power system that requires professional installation? If so, you need to investigate Bluetti’s...

The perfect Starlink Mini setup: No-drill roof mount, cost, speeds

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By Cheri Sicard For full-time travelers, reliable internet used to be the hardest part of being on the road. In the video at the end...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #75

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Greetings, fellow RVers! The weather here, where I've been staying in Northern California, has been all over the place—hot, cold, and everything in between. Today’s...

Prepare for common RV problems: The RV roadside readiness list

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By Cheri Sicard RV trips are great… until something breaks. The truth is simple: It is not if a problem will happen, but when. In the...

New and improved Dump Buddy is a must-have gadget for RV dumping

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Today’s gadget review is of the Dump Buddy. What’s a Dump Buddy? It's essentially a plastic collar that goes around a sewer pipe in...

The best socket set for RVs—ALWAYS carry one in truck or trailer!

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By Cheri Sicard In the video below, JD from Big Truck Big RV talks about the most important tool you should carry if you own...

Dollar store RV organizing tips and hacks for your RV

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By Cheri Sicard In the video below, the team from No Ordinary Path shares some of their favorite dollar store RV organizing tips and hacks. If...

What’s better? Electric blankets vs. heated mattress pads

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When temperatures drop during RV adventures, staying warm and cozy is a top priority. Electric blankets and mattress pads are two popular solutions that...

New Furrion Chill Cube RV air conditioner is a game changer

Tony Barthel -
Has the RV air conditioner finally reached modern times? I got to test the Furrion Chill Cube RV air conditioner and, quite frankly, it’s...

New water filter made a big (very tasty) difference

Nanci Dixon -
I am pretty picky about the water we drink in our RV and will usually buy gallons of bottled water to drink and make...

The easiest way to fly a flag from your RV

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By Dustin Simpson It's always great to see so many RVers proudly displaying flags while out on the road or at campgrounds. It’s a tradition...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #74

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Greetings, fellow RVers! A clean RV is a happy RV, so in this issue we are going to focus on gear and gadgets to help...

Pickup owners: this quick, cheap trick will foil most attempts to steal your tailgate

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By Cheri Sicard Josh from Gander Flight is back with another terrific YouTube shorts video: a cheap, quick, easy tailgate anti-theft device. Well, it's not...

What size RV generator do you need?

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By Cheri Sicard Question: "What size RV generator do I need?" After buying a used RV that is no longer produced and that came with no...

Strengthen your fifth wheel’s footing with genius RVpaws

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Are you tired of seeing your leveling jack foot pads bent, warped, or, worse, completely ruined after just a few trips? You’re not alone....

The surprising RV kitchen hack hiding in your… toaster?

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If you live the RV life, you already love small appliances that pull double duty. Toasters are one of those must-have RV kitchen items,...

Tankless RV water heaters aren’t what you think. Here’s why

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Ah, tankless RV water heaters! They've been hyped in a big way in recent times. But, as someone very wise once said, "All that...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #73

Cheri Sicard -
Greetings, fellow RVers! This issue, we are indulging in a little retail therapy, RV style, with a focus on the great RV gear available at...

Drain valve lubricant explained: What it’s used for and why

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By Dustin Simpson Let me introduce you to the product of the week. Has anyone ever talked to you about adding a drain valve lubricant...

Ways to put your RV bumper to good use

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By Gail Marsh While walking around our current campground, I was amazed to see all the clever ways fellow RVers were utilizing their RV bumpers....

The best autumn 2025 Costco RV gear deals

Cheri Sicard -
Camping season doesn't end just because summer does. As the temperatures drop, weekends fill with apple picking, football tailgates, and those crisp, cozy evenings...

Essential RV technician tool: How a plastic scraper helps with common RV roof and body repairs

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By Dustin Simpson Today, I'm showing you a tool in every RV technician's toolbox. It's used for a huge variety of RV repairs, including everything from...

Gadget prevents RV catalytic converter thefts

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By Dustin Simpson Catalytic converter theft is a major problem on trucks and motorhomes. We want to introduce you to a product we sell and...

Simple but essential gadget protects your RV electrical system

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RV owners often spend tens of thousands on their rigs, yet some still skip one key accessory that can prevent disastrous electrical issues. Investing...

Improve your RV’s shower with these tips and gadgets

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By Gail Marsh I actually gasped out loud when I saw a friend’s RV shower recently. It was huge in comparison to ours. After recovering...

New inverter compressor RV A/C uses mini-split technology

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By Cheri Sicard With RV life comes the challenge of keeping cool without draining power or making a racket. The new Greenland Turbro RV A/C...

Great RV Accessories Newsletter #72

Cheri Sicard -
Greetings, fellow RVers! Time today for another cool tool roundup, along with some other great stuff we are liking. The right tool can turn a...

How to use a multimeter for RVers

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By Cheri Sicard The team from Love Your RV & Boat on YouTube has produced a handy video that shows RVers how to use a multimeter. This...

Duct tape: The incredible universal fixer and 16 ways to use it

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By Gail Marsh My uncle always said, “You can fix just about anything with duct tape.” I can’t believe it took nine years for him...
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