It’s laundry day at the campground this issue. Among other nifty stuff we are liking, we’re focusing on gear and gadgets to help your clothing stay neat and clean while traveling in your RV. Read on!
RV laundry essentials
If you have the luxury of a washer and dryer in your rig, you may not need all of these, but EVERYONE, even those in sticks-and-bricks homes, can benefit from the first two AH-MAZING items on the list!
Earth Breeze laundry detergent sheets
This amazing laundry detergent reduces the weight and amount of space your current RV laundry detergent of choice takes up in your rig by more than 95 percent! Measuring just 6.5 inches X 10 inches and about 3/4-inch thick, this small package contains enough laundry detergent for 60 large loads! Just toss in a sheet with your laundry. The sheet dissolves, dispensing the completely biodegradable earth-friendly laundry detergent. Brilliant! Learn more about Earth Breeze laundry sheets.
Cadie Stubborn Stain Remover laundry stick
What is so great about the Cadie laundry stick stain remover? It’s the size and consistency of a speed stick deodorant. You just rub it on the stain and toss the clothes in the hamper until laundry day, when you wash as usual. Presto! No more stains. And yes, it really works! Get details on this stain-removing laundry stick.
Best RV laundry bag: Dalykate Backpack laundry tote
This bag is HUGE! Granted, I am only one person. But for me, it holds several weeks’ worth of laundry including sheets and towels. It holds even more after washing when everything is neatly folded or rolled. The large exterior mesh pocket is big enough to hold laundry soap and fabric softener, so everything you need is in one place. (And if you use the laundry detergent sheets mentioned above, you’ll have lots of extra space.) The backpack straps make even fully loaded bags easy to carry. Discover more about the Dalykate backpack laundry tote.
Scrubba Bag: Washboard in a bag for small loads
A portable washboard in a bag, small acrylic scrubbing nubs inside the bag help to gently scrub laundry clean while you agitate it. Easier and more effective than hand washing, for quick washes when you can’t get to a laundry. Check out the Scrubba Bag by clicking here.
FUN(?) FACT!
Think your clothes are clean? Maybe not. According to scientists, most of what makes clothes “dirty” is invisible “human matter” like dead skin cells, sweat, and natural body oils.
New and improved Dump Buddy is a must-have gadget for RV dumping
Dump Buddy® will change the way you empty your waste tanks. It securely fastens your waste hose to the waste pipe, preventing a spill. Whether you’re doing a simple dump at the end of a trip or need a secure hookup for a long stay, Dump Buddy is there to assist. Read Tony Barthel’s review of it or click here to find it on Amazon.
Other stuff we’re liking
Toss and Chop food prep and salad scissors
These ingenious double-bladed kitchen scissors make it easy to cut, dice, or even mince almost anything, right in the bowl. The Toss and Chop takes up hardly any room, is easy to clean, and needs no electrical power. I use mine for salads, to make salsas right in the bowl, to prep veggies like diced onions for cooking, and even to chop cooked meats. I love these things! Discover more of what the Toss and Chop can do.
Devices to track stolen RVs (or lost pets)!
Designed to help you find things you misplace such as keys, wallets and purses, these are small enough to be a “hidden” asset. Some people put them on their dog’s collar in case he or she gets lost. So why not hide one in your RV or car? Police can use this to locate it and maybe even apprehend the dirty crook who took it, should it ever get stolen. Learn more about devices to track your RV should it be stolen.
The Book Nook:
“Work From Home While You Roam”
If you are an RVer who still needs to work, or if you dream of becoming an RVer but worry about how you will support your mobile lifestyle, Robin Barrett’s book is for you. In “Work from Home While You Roam: The ultimate guide to jobs that can be done anywhere,” she covers over 300 resources for location-independent jobs for every skill set and schedule, from casual fun, to part-time, to side hustles, to seasonal work, to full-time careers, and everything in between. Learn more about this huge resource for location-independent jobs.
Gadget Quick Takes
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Newraturner 2 Pack Portable Clothesline with 12 Clothespins: Windproof, travel, stretchy, retractable, elastic laundry clothesline.
- Pantula nesting mixing bowl/measuring cup set: Color-coordinated bowls of all sizes, a colander, and a set of measuring cups all neatly nest together for the ultimate space-saving kitchen set.
- You-color road trip pillow cover: What fun to color in the states on this pillow cover as you travel around the U.S. Makes a fun gift, too!
By far the coolest bottle opener for RVers!
Look at this adorable vintage trailer bottle opener! You’d be the star of the campground if you opened everyone’s beer or soda with it! It’s a magnet, so you can always find it on your fridge, and it comes in two colors (if you buy the two-pack). It would make a great gift too! Learn more or order.
Gadget Giggles
Trailer Trash vinyl sticker
The photos show this on your back windshield, car door, or laptop, but I think this would be best to decorate your RV’s trash can with the appropriate label with this cute stick-on vinyl decal.
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Where am I missing the best caulk gun?
Hi, Roger. I’m not sure what your question is. But here’s a link to a post from Dustin Simpson regarding his favorite caulking gun: Reseal your RV with the BEST caulking gun! If that doesn’t answer your question, please reply to this comment and I’ll see if I can help. Have a good evening/night. 😀 –Diane at RVtravel.com
I got the Newborn caulking gun that I saw on the RV Travel news letter. It IS the best caulking gun I have ever used, and it really is a no drip caulking gun. I liked it so much I got one for my Dad and my son.
I got one too but I have not used it yet. Good to know!
Thank you, Cheri! The Dump Buddy certainly is expensive. I like my solution — saddle bags (https://a.co/d/2KZSOxR). I filled each side with sand and place it over the end of my sewer hose when dumping. So far (15 months along), so good.
Thanks for the good suggestion, Neal. Just FYI, Cheri doesn’t choose the Amazon ads which go in our newsletters. (And neither do I, for that matter.😉) Have a good night. 😀 –Diane
I wondered where that came from as I had never seen it before. Did not realize it was an ad.
👍🙂 We’ve been running those for quite awhile, actually, but not real frequently. –Diane
I was on the AARP news letter and they sent a link to jobs on line. I think it was called 10 jobs that do not require experience. There was one where attorneys need help with cases after a verdict was rendered. Meaning you are the jury and you let the attorney know what you think. I have not had time to explore that area yet. Would like to but working on other non job related fires right now.