If you’re a young party goer, you’ve not only heard of the Burning Man Festival but you’ve attended the annual event in Black Rock City in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada. For the rest of us, an introduction to this celebration is in order, especially those of us who like to see RVs like we’d never imagined them before. Read More »25 Eye Popping RVs from the Burning Man Festival Over the Years
Many RVers see each outdoor adventure as an opportunity to go off-grid completely and block out the outside world. These folks aren’t very interested in Internet connection and rely on their phones for emergency situations or they drive to the nearest hotspot they can find when necessary. Other RVers are vacationing with their kids who need entertainment in the evenings and will go through withdrawal symptoms if they can’t occasionally get on Instagram. If you RV full time while holding down a job remotely, chances are that your need for Internet access is a dire one.Read More »Technology for RV Living: Staying in Touch with the Outside World
You’re driving along when you hear a loud pop! You guessed it. You just had a tire blowout. Not only can a tire blowout ruin your plans for the day, but you have your family in the RV to worry about. RV tire blowout season runs from May through early October, according to tire manufacturers. The reason for the abundance of tire disasters during those months is because it’s just plain hot outside. Also, drivers are on the road more and for longer with their RVs loaded to the hilt. That’s not to say that a blowout can’t happen in the middle of February, however, especially in warmer climates.Read More »How To Prevent An RV Tire Blowout
Buying an RV is a very exciting part of millions of Americans’ lives. There are also millions who buy their vehicles used. Anytime is a good time to purchase an RV when you’re ready, but many people tend to do it in the fall or early winter. During the fall and winter months, many retirees and other snowbirds are heading towards warmer climates, while those who just finished their last RV adventure of the season are looking to sell their vehicles.
There are many reasons owners decide not to keep their motorhome or trailer. The main reason an RV owner sells their rig is usually to buy a new or newer one with all the newest technology and safety features. Sometimes, they sell a relatively new one because they realize it’s too small or too big for their needs. Of course, sometimes, less-than-honest owners try to pawn off a problematic vehicle onto unsuspecting newbies who didn’t do their homework. If you do it right, however, buying a used RV can save you thousands of dollars and still give you the dream RV you were looking for. On average, a vehicle that is about three years old is nearly half the price of a brand new one off the lot. Now, that’s a huge savings! Before you buy, ask yourself the following ten questions to make sure you’re making a sound decision.
Read More »10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Used RV
The wisest tip anyone can give you is to change your plans if you learn that a severe storm is headed your way just as you’re about to head out on the road. You’ve looked forward to this trip for a long time and anticipated that winter RVing would be fun for everyone, but safety should always come first. Read More »Winter RV Traveling Safety Tips
