Last month, we looked back at 2023 and saw what products we sold the most of (through our Amazon affiliate program). Here’s our best-selling product list, and here’s our best-selling book list for the entire year. These books and products are RVers’ favorites for a reason!
Now, let’s see what products were popular in January, after the hustle and bustle of the holidays has settled down and RVers start up their travel planning and maintenance projects for the year…
These were our best-selling Amazon products in January:
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The U.S. Forest Service manages nearly 193 million acres of public land in 154 national forests and 20 national grasslands. These areas provide a wide variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation. From remote mountaintops to secluded canyons, alongside streams, rivers, and lakes, Forest Service areas offer some of the best camping experiences in the United States. In this directory, you’ll discover 4,108 select camping areas at 141 forests in 42 states.
9. Tomcat Rodent Repellent Spray
The Camping Loop uses Tomcat Rodent Repellent spray to keep rodents away from his RV. Made with ingredients like cinnamon, peppermint, and garlic oils, it is safe around kids and pets while repelling rodents. Use it on the RV frame, the outside electrical connections, around (but not on) the tires, etc. As it lasts about 9 months, Tomcat Rodent Repellent provides another form of cheap insurance against a mouse infestation. Watch the video and learn even more ways to keep rodents out of your RV.
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City and town parks can be a big missed opportunity for RVers. Yes, you can stay at many of them! Huge portions of public lands, managed by a variety of government agencies, are available to the general public for recreational use. This book will guide you to 1,900 camping areas available at 1,451 municipal parks in 46 states.
7. Dump Buddy RV Hose Fastening Device
Dump Buddy® will change the way you empty your waste tanks. No longer will you need a second set of hands to prevent a spill. Rocks and branches are a thing of the past. Dump Buddy securely fastens your waste hose to the waste pipe, preventing a spill. Whether you are doing a simple dump at the end of a trip or need a more permanent hookup for longer stays, Dump Buddy is there to assist. Read Tony Barthel’s review of it here.
6. TDS Meter Digital Water Tester
This handy, affordable digital water tester will tell you your overall water purity level, which will be displayed on the screen in ppm (parts per million). Just stick it in about 1 inch of water and instantly you get the reading. It’s compact and doesn’t need any maintenance. It includes a protective carrying case with a belt clip.
5. KIWEN magnetic sunglasses holder for vehicle sun visor
This glasses holder clips to your car’s or RV’s visor so they’re always easily accessible to you. The glasses clip is closed with a magnet, holding it strong enough so that it won’t ever fall out, but is still easy enough to open with one hand. If you find yourself losing your glasses often, or have a hard time keeping them organized, this is for you. We love this!
4. Protect All Slide-Out Dry Lube Protectant
Protect All Slide-Out Dry Lube Protectant prevents rust and corrosion for up to one year. It works on metal parts, gears, rollers, door hinges, and more, and leaves a firm, dry and waxy film, inhibiting dust adhesion. It protects RV mechanisms from road elements and against salt.
3. Corps of Engineers Camping: Directory of 942 Camping Areas in 35 States
This is a favorite year after year, and for good reason! The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is one of the nation’s leading federal providers of outdoor recreation. These areas offer recreational opportunities at campgrounds, lakes and marinas across the country. This book will guide you to 942 camping areas available from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects in 35 states.
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The 2023 edition of the Bureau of Land Management Camping book describes 1,547 camping areas managed by the BLM in 14 Western states. Details for each camping area include the number of campsites, amenities, facilities, fees, reservation information, GPS coordinates, and more. You’ll want this book if you camp or are interested in camping on BLM land.
1. 2024 Traveler’s Guide to the Firearm Laws of the Fifty States
Through the years, this book has been our all-time best-seller. And now, the 2024 edition is hot off the press. For RVers who carry a firearm with them when they travel from state to state, the Traveler’s Guide to the Firearm Laws of the Fifty States is considered an essential reference. It is an easily readable narrative designed to unlock the complexities of state firearm laws. Readers agree it is indispensable for staying on the road and out of jail. Learn more about it here.
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Thank you, RV Travel! That is an interesting collection and a nice second-look at some useful things; thank you! 🙂