“How long do RV brakes last?” may seem like a simple question, but the lifespan of RV brakes can vary a lot. The type of RV you have, how much it weighs, and where, how, and how often you drive it can have a major impact on how long the brakes will last. Today’s post …
Travel & Miscellaneous
During 20+ years of full-time RVing, we’ve discovered many remote and unusual camping areas. But Trona Pinnacles in California is one of the most interesting places we’ve been. If you’ve ever considered camping in the Mojave Desert or if you just enjoy boondocking in special places the way we do, this post on Trona Pinnacles …
If you love camping, biking, hiking, hunting, fishing, or any outdoor activity in a remote, wooded location, but you dread the thought of nature calling while you’re in nature, you might be someone who’d benefit from the Krapp Strapp. No, we’re not joking. The Krapp Strapp is a real thing, and it can, ahem, eliminate …
For campers, RVers, and outdoor enthusiasts in general, there’s nothing like a nice shower to clean your body the way being in nature cleanses your soul. Showering in nature comes with its challenges, but with products like the Geyser Portable Shower, you can get a nice hot (or cool) shower using very little water or …
Have you ever been driving your RV, come to an overpass, weren’t sure of the clearance, slowed down… then drove under it anyway? If so, you certainly know, in hindsight, that slowing down doesn’t make your RV shorter/less tall. In this post, we’re talking about the critical topic of RV height clearance. Why Is Measuring …
Tracking all of the items that need to be maintained on your RV can be a challenge and having some sort of RV maintenance checklist is imperative. We’ve used an RV maintenance spreadsheet in the past, but now RV Life offers a service that makes maintenance tracking simple. In this post, we’re covering the RV …
If you’ve ever considered taking your grandkids or a couple of guests along for a camping trip (but wondered where they’d sleep), this post might give you some ideas. Today we’re taking a look at a bunk bed sleeper sofa that could transform your RV’s living space into a bedroom with a set of bunks! …
You’ve probably heard of Tiffin and have likely seen their popular rigs on the road. But who owns Tiffin Motorhomes, and where are they made? Are Tiffin motorhomes good quality? And what’s this about Tiffin being purchased by another company? In this post, we’re looking at Tiffin to see how they match up with other …
Can you run an RV air conditioner while driving your rig down the road? That’s a good question, especially with the summer camping season right around the corner. Spoiler alert, the answer is “Yes, but…” In this post, we’ll share everything you need to know about running your RV’s air conditioner(s) while you’re traveling. We’ll …
Because it’s our favorite way to camp, we talk a lot about boondocking. But what about overlanding? People often use those two terms interchangeably. But what is overlanding? Is it the same as boondocking? Although there are similarities, there are differences, too. In this post, we’re discussing boondocking vs overlanding — how they’re the same …
Professional truck drivers are dealing with a nationwide truck parking shortage. With the increasing shortage of parking spots, it becomes more and more important for all of us as RVers to take some responsibility in planning our travels with this parking shortage in mind. In today’s post, we’re sharing tips on how we can all …
Most campers love a good “hobo pie” made with an old-fashioned campfire pie iron, sitting around enjoying the company of family and friends. Whether you call them hobo pies, pudgie pies, mountain pies, or campfire pies, today’s post is full of pie-iron recipes for your next camping trip. And even if you don’t want to …
This is a special guest post by our dear friend and fellow traveler, Alyssa Padgett. Take it away Alyssa!… When we moved into our first RV, I made the mistake of letting my future husband move his things in first. When I arrived, he had taken up every cabinet and drawer with his things. “Where …
Can you ride in a travel trailer as it’s rolling down the road? Can you ride in a 5th-wheel camper while driving? How about a truck camper? Can you ride in any camper trailer while driving down the road? And if you can, should you? In today’s post, we’re answering the question, “Can you ride …
The AllStays Camp & RV App is one of the tools we’ve long kept in our arsenal for finding places to stay, dump our tanks, buy propane, etc. The app offers an extensive database and has been extremely popular. But has AllStays changed? In this post, we’re diving into the features, benefits, and user experience …