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RV Lifestyle RV Podcast

Mike Wendlandrvlifestyle.com
All about the RV Lifestyle – News, Tips, Trip and camping resources
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Episodes

Celebrating the RV Lifestyle: 10 years and still going strong!

Celebrating the RV Lifestyle: 10 years and still going strong! This month sees us celebrating the RV Lifestyle 10th anniversary and on RV Podcast #388 Jennifer and I reflect on the changes we've noticed - the good and the bad, especially as it relates to RV travel.

Mar 23, 202238 min

Starlink for RV use is now here!

The massive constellation of low orbiting satellites being launched by Elon Musk's Space Exploration Technologies Corp (SpaceX) each month has been recently been switched on for mobile use. In a March 3, 2022 tweet, Musk himself announced, saying: "Mobile roaming enabled, so phased array antenna can maintain signal while on moving vehicle."

Mar 16, 202232 min

Lead is Dead: Why Lithium RV batteries are the Best Choice

Lithium RV batteries have been growing in popularity to the extent that they have pretty much now become the gold standard for RVers looking to maximize house battery power while boondocking and camping off-grid.

Mar 02, 202231 min

The 5 Most Expensive RV Repairs

No one said RVing is cheap. But trust me, the five most expensive RV Repairs we share in this article are the items you most want to avoid.

Feb 23, 202237 min

We answer your RV Lifestyle Questions

Our email has been piling up and we thought we'd use this podcast to answer as many of your RV Lifestyle questions as possible, tossing in a few of the pertinent comments you've sent our way, too.

Feb 16, 202242 min

Why you should use a mobile RV tech

In Episode 382 of the RV Podcast, we talk about the training and skills of mobile RV techs, what they can and can't fix, and why people like Jennifer and I consider mobile RV techs our go-to source for most of our RV repairs.

Feb 09, 202238 min

Why RVers Are Buying Land

In this week's Episode 381 of the RV Podcast, we talk about why RVers are buying land, what things to look for, and what's involved.

Feb 02, 202229 min

Expensive RVs, eRVs and Toads: RV Podcast #380

Those were sure a bunch of expensive RVs! We're just back from the record-setting Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa and in this week's RV Podcast episode we talk about that, give you a sneak peek at the race to build eRVs and answer in-depth a question about what's needed for a toad - a vehicle towed behind an RV.

Jan 26, 202224 min

Winter Camping Tips on RV Podcast 378

With these winter camping tips, you'll be warm and cozy, hiking and snowshoeing with confidence, and loving all the good times around a roaring campfire deep in the woods of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Jan 12, 202233 min

Straight Talk about RV Camping in 2022

It's time for some unvarnished, blunt and no-BS talk about what to expect about RV camping in 2022, in contrast to the "everything is great" pablum being spewed out by RV industry marketers and PR spinmasters.

Jan 05, 202239 min

Why many are seeking to own RV Property in 2022

This week in Episode 376 of the RV Podcast, we talk to two couples who are shopping for land. But for much of the year, I've been hearing from many others about this topic, including other influencers who - like Jennifer and me - have bought their own RV property.

Dec 22, 202137 min

RV Podcast 375: Volunteering at National Parks

Most national parks offer free RV pads, hookups, and lots of other perks in exchange for volunteer work at the parks, something we explore in-depth in this episode of the RV Podcast with Tom and Karen Hartley, who have been volunteering at National Parks for several years now. Plus all the RV news, tips, and answers about the RV Lifestyle.

Dec 15, 202147 min

RV Travel with Grandkids

Episode 374 of the RV podcast is about RV Travel with Grandkids, making memories that will last a lifetime - for the kids and the grandparents! Plus RV news, tips, and travel ideas.

Dec 08, 202153 min

2022 Camping Reservation tips

Want some 2022 camping reservation tips? The first is you better try to snag it right now. Actually, for the best chance, you should have started a couple of months ago. But it will never be easier than today.

Dec 01, 202152 min

RV Podcast 369: Total RV Newbies = Total Disaster

Starting the RV Lifestyle as total RV Newbies can be very challenging, as we learn in Episode 369 of the RV Podcast from a couple that got their first RV just this past summer. Plus all the news, tips and questions answered.

Nov 03, 202150 min

RV Podcast #368: What Happened to RV Innovation this year?

RV innovation has definitely slowed down this year. Despite record sales, RV manufacturers are facing parts and labor shortages, transportation issues and service backlogs. As a result, we're seeing less innovation.

Oct 27, 202159 min

Tips for an Epic 14-month Family RV Road Trip [Podcast #367]

Ever dreamed of taking an epic family RV Road Trip? In this 367th episode of the RV Podcast, you'll meet a couple that just completed an awesome 14-month adventure that changed all their lives in very positive ways.

Oct 20, 20211 hr 4 min

A Year of Fulltime RV Living: RV Podcast #365

This week on the RV Podcast we meet a couple who have just finished a year of fulltime RV Living. They share their adventures, challenges, and tips for making a successful go of the fulltime RV Lifestyle. Plus all the news, tips and adventures we always bring to you in the RV Lifestyle podcast.

Oct 06, 2021

Thrifty DIY RV Remodel: Podcast Episode 364

Thinking of doing a DIY RV remodel? That's what we talk about in Episode 364 of the RV Podcast, interviewing Dave and Jo Driscoll, age 81 and 71 respectively, who just completed an awesome DIY project you'll want to hear about. Plus all the news, questions, and tips on living the RV Lifestyle.

Sep 29, 2021

RV Essentials and what RVers really want! RV Podcast #363

The RV Essentials of what people really want when buying an RV are as varied as the people shopping for them. But still, some clear trends emerge when you talk to enough of them. n Episode #363 of the RV Podcast, we talked with a lot of shoppers at America's Largest RV Show in Hershey, PA.

Sep 22, 202153 min

RV Podcast Episode 362: RV Repair Horror Stories

Talk about RV Repair Horror Stories! Wait till you hear about the quality and service issues exposed in this week's RV Podcast by an RV Tech. Our guest this week for the Interview of the Week is Justin Green, a fulltime RVer who runs Go Green Mobile RV Repair Service.

Sep 15, 2021

RV Podcast #360: RV Air Conditioner Hack and Upgrade

In Episode 360 of the RV Podcast, we show you both the RV Air Conditioner Hack and the Upgrade, plus much more, including the RV News of the week, the latest on the 2021 edition of Ameria's Largest RV Show upcoming in Hershey, PA, RV tips, your RV questions, and a hidden campground gem.

Sep 01, 20211 hr 3 min

RV Podcast #359: Tips for Florida Snowbirds

In this Episode 359 of the RV Podcast, we offer some tips for Florida Snowbirds that tell it like it is, from the real weather you can expect, to why you may already be too late for a reservation for this upcoming snowboard season.

Aug 25, 202155 min

RV Travel with a Dog in 2021: Must-know tips

In this episode #358 of the RV Podcast we talk about RV Travel with a dog, offering up important tips on how to make your pet enjoy the RV Lifestyle as much as you do. PLUS you can WATCH or LISTEN to the podcast right here. And we included timestamps to make it easier to find just want you want.

Aug 18, 20211 hr 1 min
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