Great RV Accessories Newsletter #67

Greetings, fellow RVers!

Let there be light! In this issue, we are focusing on illuminating your camping world with some terrific RV and camping lighting picks. As always, we include other great RV accessories we like, too. Read on!

Illumination

Campsites can be dark. Really dark. So let’s look at some great lighting options.

BougeRV’s near-perfect extendable camping lantern

By Cheri Sicard
Looking for a camp lantern that packs serious features into a compact package? Take a look at the new BougeRV extendable lantern. It raises the bar for camp lighting with a fresh design, longer battery life, and thoughtful extras—all while staying affordable.
Discover more about this unique camping lantern here.

Infinity X1 Hybrid Lantern never runs out of light

By Cheri Sicard
What is a hybrid lantern, you ask? It’s one like the Infinity X1 that can be charged via a USB port, via a built-in solar panel, or via batteries. Redundant? You bet. But redundancy in a camping lantern is never a bad thing, as the last thing you want is to run out of when you need it is a light source. Check out this reliable camp lantern.

Best choices for camping and RV lighting

By Gail Marsh
One of the very best parts of camping and RVing is enjoying the nighttime hours. I love it when twilight slowly morphs into dusk. Stars appear and soon darkness envelops our campsite. It’s peaceful and serene. While I really enjoy the darkness, there are times when we all need a little light. Discover Gail’s RV and camping lighting choices and why she likes them so well.

Coleman lanterns: Inspired by founder’s poor eyesight

By Chuck Woodbury
W.C. Coleman first encountered the lamp that would change the course of his life in a drugstore window in 1899. Plagued with poor vision, Coleman was stopped in his tracks by the brilliant white light. Check out the fascinating history of the Coleman lantern.

Other stuff we’re liking

Test driving the new Lectric XP4 eBike

By Nanci Dixon
A couple of weeks ago, I visited the Lectric eBike headquarters in Phoenix. I was suitably impressed, so when they offered me the new Lectric XP4 750 eBike to test drive, even before the shipping date, I jumped at the chance. I am a big fan of Lectric eBikes and have been ardently riding the Lectric XP2 for about four years. Discover how Nanci’s test drive of Lectric’s newest eBike turned out.

Using a flush valve prop makes cleaning your tanks easy

By Dustin Simpson
The Camco Toilet Flush Valve Prop easily installs around the body of your RV waste tank rinser and props open the toilet waste valve while you clean. Using a Flush Valve Prop makes it easier to clean the waste tank without having to hold down on a foot pedal, and also helps prevent damage to the waste valve. Learn how this invaluable gadget works.

A gadget to fix stripped screw holes

By Nanci Dixon
Rocking and rolling down the road in an RV can loosen and strip even the most tightly held screws. As our RV gets older, we are finding more screws shake loose and more screw holes stripped out when we try to replace or tighten. Sometimes it just takes a fatter screw, but that doesn’t always work, especially when going through tight metal brackets or hinges. But there is a solution. Discover how to fix your RV’s stripped screw holes once and for all.

Our top 5 best-selling Amazon products for RVers this month:

1. Mr. Grip Screw Hole Repair Kit (as Nanci recommended above/here)
2. Motor Carriers’ Road Atlas 2026: United States, Canada, Mexico (as Gail Marsh recommended here)
3. Zevo Flying Insect Trap & 3 Cartridges – Plug in Fly Trap & Indoor Bug Catcher
4. Jar Opener, Bottle Opener and Can Opener for Weak hands, Seniors with Arthritis and Anyone with Low Strength
5. Motor Carriers’ Road Atlas 2026: United States, Canada, Mexico Deluxe edition (as Gail Marsh also recommended here)

The book nook

THE essential road atlas for Baja California, Mexico travel

When I first moved to Baja, Mexico, part-time a number of years back, I was searching for a good Baja California Road Atlas. I found that a popular choice had gone out of print when I discovered the Baja California Road & Recreation Atlas, and I am glad I did! This is an essential companion for anyone exploring the full length of the Baja California Peninsula—from the border cities of Tijuana all the way down to the southern tip at Cabo San Lucas. Meticulously crafted by Benchmark Maps, this atlas sets a new standard in road mapping and outdoor navigation. As a frequent traveler in Baja, this book has saved my behind many a time. Check out our full review.

Gadget quick takes

CircleCord 30 Amp to 110 Volt RV Adapter Cord

This adaptor allows you to plug in your RV while at home or somewhere else where household AC 110 Volt 15 Amp is the only thing available to keep the batteries charged and use the RV camper.

Wireless RV leveling system

Monitor RV level wirelessly from your driver’s seat with a strong 150 ft. range. Real-time, lag-free readings through RV walls. No phone/app required. 

Slim trash can perfect for small RV spaces

The compact design of this plastic trash can makes it ideal for small spaces. The slim feature makes it fit perfectly into corners and narrow areas.

MAKE SURE YOU READ today’s RV Daily Tips Newsletter before leaving. Lots of good stuff inside for RVers! Click here to read.

Gadget giggles

Inflatable Campfire

With so many fire restrictions at campgrounds these days, you might be missing the campfire. Here’s the next best thing. Plus, no lighting required, no smoke, and no heat on hot summer nights. Order from Amazon.

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