We are about halfway through our Yellowstone and Grand Teton adventure, and we’ve learned a few things that may help others planning a visit. Whether you’re traveling in an RV, staying in a lodge, or renting a cabin, these tips apply to just about everyone. Some came from experienced travelers before we left home, while…
If you spend any time reading online RV groups, you’ll quickly notice that service departments receive their share of criticism. Unfortunately, our first experience after purchasing our fifth wheel wasn’t much different. We needed some warranty work shortly after taking delivery, and after our first trip we found a few additional issues that needed attention….
If you’re anything like us, seeing a sign that says “Toll Road Ahead” usually isn’t the highlight of the trip. As more states turn to toll roads to help fund their highway systems, keeping track of the different toll programs has become more complicated. For those of us who travel through several states each year,…
Over the past few weeks, I’ve continued to see posts in various RV social media groups from people dealing with frozen water lines, frozen holding tanks, and, in some cases, significant water damage after pipes burst. Many of these posts came from snowbirds spending the winter in southern states. It’s easy to assume that once…
Since we decided to stay in Minnesota this winter instead of heading south, it was time to winterize the trailer once again. For us, winterizing is more than just protecting the plumbing. It includes flushing the water system with RV antifreeze, removing anything that could freeze from the cabinets, giving the entire rig a thorough…
As the temperatures begin to cool, I’ve noticed more and more questions about winterizing RVs showing up in the online groups I follow. It happens every fall as camping season starts winding down for those of us who live in northern climates. The easiest option is to have a dealership or RV service center winterize…
Your Tires Are the Only Thing Between You and the Road One of the most common topics discussed in RV groups is tires. It’s almost impossible to spend much time around RV owners without hearing the term “China Bombs.” The nickname refers to the inexpensive trailer tires commonly installed on many new RVs. While not…