One of the great things about camping in your RV is that you can stay warm and cozy even when the temperature drops below freezing. In a previous post about winter RVing, we included tips on successful cold-weather camping strategies. But since our visit was so short, we were able to leave out some steps. …
Miscellaneous Upgrades
When you set up camp at any site, whether you’re at a campground or boondocking in the middle of the forest or desert, an RV outdoor rug is a great addition to your camping area. Not only is an outdoor rug inviting and aesthetically pleasing, but it also gives you an area off the ground …
Our RV has two Fantastic vent fans and both are equipped with rain sensors. As we began our life on the road, we quickly realized that we needed to know how to install an RV roof vent cover, that is, a cover over the entire existing fan and lid. Why? Lots of reasons. In today’s …
Who thinks about their RV step covers? They’re just steps, right? What’s the big deal? Well, in addition to the increased safety that good traction ensures, if you think about it, those step covers are all that’s standing between what’s outside your RV and what’s inside your RV. Anyone who has followed us for any …
When we set out in our first motorhome, there were many RV tips and tricks that other travelers knew and implemented regularly, but that we had yet to discover. Now, after nearly two decades of full-time RV living, we’ve got LOTS of tips and tricks up our sleeves, and we still learn a few new …
We were sick and tired of searching for tools, parts, and supplies in our RV’s basement storage compartments. So about ten years ago we set out to implement some of the best RV basement storage ideas we’d found. We did pretty well overall, and in fact, we even made a video about it. But our …
If you know The RVgeeks at all, you know that DIY RV maintenance is important to us. Why? Well, for one thing, it can save a LOT of money. Labor costs alone for a good RV tech are expensive, never mind potential markups on parts prices. But even more important than the money-saving piece is …
After nearly two decades on the road, we’ve gotten pretty good at finding gear, tricks, tips, and motorhome accessories to make RVing more enjoyable. Traveling, living, and working on the road for this long means recognizing ways to make your life easier and taking advantage of them. In today’s post, we’re sharing ten great ideas …
Electric RV steps. They’re a great invention (as long as they’re working properly), and we use ours pretty much daily. But how do they work, and what should we be doing to maintain them well so they continue to work properly? It’s important to keep our RV electric steps in good working condition for safety …
Most RVs carry propane to use for cooking, heating, and generating hot water. And, for some, it also provides cooling for the refrigeration process. So, keeping your motorhome propane tank sufficiently filled to carry out these functions is very important. There are a number of questions people frequently ask about how to manage various aspects …
Among the many advantages of traveling in an RV is the ability to have all the modern conveniences of home with us as we travel. Keeping perishable foods safe and cold in an RV refrigerator is a real luxury while traveling and camping. Not only can we create healthy meals, but we can also have …
When talking about DIY RVers like us, “washable rugs” probably isn’t the first phrase that comes to mind. But our recent research into a potential new RV has brought up a topic we rarely cover – the impact the decor inside an RV can have in creating a warm atmosphere and the comfortable feel of …
Considering how much of the world is online these days, you may be wondering why we’re posting about how to be an offline RV trip planner. We get it that all of our lives are heavily connected these days, and our tech cabinet is proof that we’re pretty interconnected technology geeks. We desperately need appreciate …
There are several classes of RVs available to own, all with perks that are enjoyable and well worth having. But every RVer is different, and we all have different priorities based on our lifestyles and styles of camping. When it comes to drivable (vs towable) rigs, you can choose from Class A, B, or C, …
Buying an RV involves a multitude of important considerations. We’re all quick to consider things like the floorplan, fuel mileage, sleeping capacity, the size of holding tanks, and whether we want to buy new or used. But one item that’s easy to overlook is an extended RV warranty. Is it worth the cost? Do you …