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RVing isn’t ALL fun and games, but fun and games can definitely enhance the experience. This issue, among other great stuff we are liking, we focus on RV-friendly games and recreation. Read on!
RV-friendly games
Fun and fast Monopoly variations
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 spin-offs that are especially road-friendly: Monopoly Diced! and Monopoly Deal. No, these Monopoly variants aren’t exactly the same as the classic original, but in many ways they are far better, especially for RVers! Check out more info on the Monopoly variations here.
Updated for 2026: 20 camping games and puzzles that make perfect gifts
Gail Marsh compiled an inspired collection of RV-friendly games and puzzles to help make downtime (and cold winter days) fun! Discover her picks here.
5 great Cornhole accessories to take your game up a notch
If you are ready to take your Cornhole game up a notch, these awesome Cornhole accessories will help you do just that. Some are definitely for serious die-hard fans, and others will add fun and challenges to the Cornhole experience for even casual players. The game can be addictive, so before you know it, those casual players just might turn into die-hard fans. Discover the Cornhole accessories.
Cornhole meets bean-bag basketball in this game for RVers
What is it? You could think of the game as a marriage of cornhole and basketball, essentially. The game is the brainchild of Anthony Esposito and is simply a series of seven buckets that mount on a collapsible pole. The game comes with 16 bean bags in two different colors. The buckets have numbers on them corresponding to the values they have in gameplay. Learn more about this unique game.
Our top 5 best-selling RV products in January:
- Thetford RV Drain Valve Lubricant (as Dustin recommends here)
- This windshield cleaner tool
- This endoscope camera with light (as Dave recommends here)
- Book: Balance and Fall Prevention Exercises For Seniors
- Book: Rand McNally Road Atlas & National Park Guide 2026: United States, Canada, Mexico
Other stuff we’re liking
New battery shut-off for flat towing
A recent product release from Roadmaster caught our attention. The long-established flat-towing manufacturer has introduced a wireless battery disconnect designed to reduce parasitic battery drain without requiring dash switches, firewall drilling, or interior modifications. Learn more about this new and improved battery shut-off here.
Best dog car seat and dog booster seat for RVers
This high-quality pet car seat can be used in front or back seats, or even the back of an SUV. Pets sit safely with an elevated view. Learn more about the quality dog car seat.
RVs and WD-40: Unusual combinations that work
Seems like every RV has at least a can or two of WD-40 for lubricating various parts. But there’s more use for WD-40 than just the occasional thread loosening. Discover more tips that may make for slicker RV trips.
Even more recent gadget articles:
- The best electric heaters under $25 for small RVs
- Benefits of using an RV backup camera
- Got power stations? You need the Pecron U20 Universal Cable Kit
- Water pressure regulators keep geysers out of your RV
- Installing Roadmaster Tow Defender for ultimate towed vehicle protection
The book nook
Lace up your hiking boots for the next in Lonely Planet’s highly successful Epic Hikes series, this time exploring 50 of the Americas’ most rewarding treks and trails. From Canada’s longest hut-to-hut hike, the Sunshine Coast Trail, to a descent through Havasu Canyon in the USA, and the Santa Cruz Trail of northern Peru, the book covers a huge variety of themes and experiences across routes that range from one-day walks to multi-day treks.
Learn more or order here.
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Gadget quick takes
Road trip conversation cards
Screen-free fun for every mile. Great conversation starters for kids, teens, and adults! Talk. Laugh. Bond.
2-slice slim toaster
With a sleek 3.58″ profile, the Bella 2-Slice Slim Toaster fits comfortably on any countertop without taking up much space. Here’s the article where we recommend this toaster.
Gadget giggles
CHOMP silicone oven mitts
Wind up your guests and serve up smiles with Fred’s CHOMP oven mitts. These retro-inspired “chattering” teeth will handle the heat while you get a grip on hot dishes.
Order here.
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