This week, we share all the ins and outs of Starlink internet and let you know some of the problems we've had so you can decide whether it's right for you. We also have an update on the re-opening of Yellowstone National Park, and some tips to keep your air conditioner running in the heat. Get your RV Miles Merchandise here: https://merch.rvmiles.com Join the RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ Save even more on Solo Stove at https://rvmiles.com/solostove Visit L.L. Bean to f...
Jun 18, 2022•52 min•Ep. 277
This week, we take you with us to Colonial Williamsburg, an amazing living history museum that shares the story of the founding of our country, We also share the details of a challenging travel day. Get your RV Miles Merchandise here: https://merch.rvmiles.com Join the RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ Save even more on Solo Stove at https://rvmiles.com/solostove Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at ...
Jun 11, 2022•57 min•Ep. 276
This week, the RV industry taps the breaks on production, but what does that mean? Plus, Starlink orders are coming with used equipment, and Fiat/Chrysler pleads guilty to diesel emissions scam. Our Starlink for RVs update video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0bcOB7KkF4&t=102s Togo RV Plus is now Roadpass Pro. Your $49 per year Roadpass membership includes premium access to Campendium, Roadtrippers, RVillage, OvernightRVParking, and Togo RV. Save $10 on your Roadpass Pro Membership with c...
Jun 06, 2022•11 min•Ep. 275
This week, we share our thoughts on installing our solar and lithium battery system from Go Power, we talk about the reason x-chocks shouldn't be called chocks, and Jason has yet another incident involving a shower. The Go Power Solar Extreme Kit: https://gpelectric.com/products/solar-extreme-charging-system/ Go Power's Sun Cycle batteries: https://gpelectric.com/products/250ah-lithium-iron-phosphate-solar-battery/ Save even more on Solo Stove at https://rvmiles.com/solostove Visit L.L. Bean to ...
Jun 04, 2022•59 min•Ep. 274
This week, we share a study that shows that some people plan to camp MORE with higher fuel prices. Ford has been fined for faking payload numbers, a potential DEF shortage, a new 5th wheel hitch from @CURT, a safety alert for Roadmaster Nighthawk tow bars, and more. To claim your Roadmaster Nighthawk update kit, contact Jennifer Lee directly at 360-597-2434. If you prefer, you can also email Jennifer at jlee@roadmasterinc.com. Even if you no longer own your tow bar, contact Roadmaster so that ow...
May 31, 2022•10 min•Ep. 273
In this episode, we recap our time in Washington D.C. and share the best ways to get around, places to eat, navigating all there is to do, and where to stay. We stayed at Cherry Hill, one of the best RV Resorts around and worth every penny. Have you visited D.C.? What did you think? Plus, ticks are up to no good, and our fresh and black tank picks.
May 31, 2022•45 min•Ep. 272
In this episode, we share our journey to Savannah, Georgia and all the great food, architecture, and haunts. We also cover some bear safety tips and uncover the science behind why smoke follows you around a campfire. Save even more on Solo Stove at https://rvmiles.com/solostove Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com Looking for more deals on RV memberships or gear? Check out: https://rvmiles.com/category/...
May 21, 2022•41 min•Ep. 271
On this episode, we share where we've been and what we've been up to, including a road incident and a lawnmower that wrecked our slide.
May 11, 2022•52 min•Ep. 270
How much water do you travel with in your RV’s fresh tank? A viral Facebook post has Jayco walking back emails to an owner stating that no water should ever be carried in RV tanks while traveling. We've got the full story direct from the RV owner, plus industry updates to keep you informed in this week's edition of RV and Camping News. Togo RV Plus is now Roadpass Pro. Your $49 per year Roadpass membership includes premium access to Campendium, Roadtrippers, RVillage, OvernightRVParking, and Tog...
May 01, 2022•10 min•Ep. 269
In this week's news round-up, we share some stats from KOA on how fuel prices are affecting campers, and how many plan to buy an RV this year or get rid of theirs while fuel prices keep them parked. We cover a new $1.3 billion resort complex, some truck recalls, and the story of a woman who fell down a vault toilet on top of a mountain. Enter to win the DISH OUTDOORS bundle here: https://rvmiles.com/win-a-dish-outdoors-bundle/ Togo RV Plus is now Roadpass Pro. Your $49 per year Roadpass membersh...
Apr 23, 2022•8 min•Ep. 268
On this episode, we share our travels to Jacksonville, Florida, where we found a wonderful oceanfront campground and some great National Park Service Sites. We cover some mistakes beginner RVers should avoid, and Jason gets caught in the shower with no water. The Togo RV article on beginner mistakes: https://togorv.com/rv-living/mistakes-beginner-rvers-should-avoid/
Apr 16, 2022•37 min•Ep. 267
In this episode, we explore what it's like to try to get free overnight RV parking in the current RV craze. We have tips. and resources for finding spots, plus we take a few listener questions. Apps we use: Campendium Harvest Hosts: https://rvmiles.com/15-off-harvest-hosts-with-promo-code/ Boondockers Welcome: https://rvmiles.com/boondockers-welcome-announces-price-increase/ Overnight RV Parking (Part of the Togo/Roadpass Pro membership): https://rvmiles.com/togo-rv-plus-coupon-code-promo-code/ ...
Apr 09, 2022•53 min•Ep. 266
On this episode, our friend Josh Winters from Bish's RV shares his thoughts on the current state of the RV industry. Are deals back? What about those backlogs? How long will it take to get an order? All that and more.
Apr 03, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 265
This week, Thor Motor Coach has trademarked the term "Mega C" for their new line-up, there's a new RV sales scam out there, Starlink pricing has gone up, and truck manufacturing sees more delays. Togo RV Plus is now Roadpass Pro. Your $49 per year Roadpass membership includes premium access to Campendium, Roadtrippers, RVillage, OvernightRVParking, and Togo RV. Save $10 on your Roadpass Pro Membership with code RVMiles10X at https://TogoRV.com?fpr=rvmiles. Boondockers Welcome is raising its rate...
Mar 28, 2022•7 min•Ep. 264
On this episode, we answer a bevvy of listener questions about our Sabre 37FLL fifth wheel, we talk about our recent Starlink satellite internet order, and more. See the full tour of the Sabre on the Matt's RV Reviews Towables channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrarePz2Z6k&t=46s Our article on RV driver's license requirements: https://rvmiles.com/rv-drivers-license-requirements
Mar 25, 2022•53 min•Ep. 263
New driving laws, moving firewood, different weather, buying liquor... this week, we share some thoughts on traveling outside of your home region for the first time.
Mar 18, 2022•39 min•Ep. 262
On this episode, we share advice from the RV Miles community to those new to RVing. Plus, a tip that will help you figure out on Google Maps if you can fit into a campsite. All this, plus our fresh tank/black tank pics. Save 10% on your Hugest Autoformers purchase with code RVMILES Save even more on Solo Stove at https://rvmiles.com/solostove Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com Learn more about Coach-Net memberships at https:welcome.coach-net.com/RVMiles Get...
Mar 10, 2022•43 min•Ep. 261
Yes, you can boondock in Florida and many other places in the East! on this episode, we talk about our time at a Florida Water Management District site and some other boondocking options and tips for the East. Plus, why the heck did we buy a gas truck over a diesel? Let's talk about it. Here's Campendium's guide to Florida Water Management District camping: https://go.campendium.com/free-camping-floridas-water-management/
Mar 02, 2022•47 min•Ep. 260
In this episode, we share some strange news from Camping World, who plan to build an entire brand of Eddie Bauer RVs, from small motorhomes to big towables. We talk about reservations to get into Yosemite National Park, a recall on Ford trucks, and more.
Feb 27, 2022•7 min•Ep. 259
On this episode, we share our top tips for planning a trip to Walt Disney World, and share our impressions of the Andersen fifth wheel hitch.
Feb 22, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 258
In this week's news round-up, we cover the National Park Service's visitation numbers for 2021, the actual number of RVs sold last year, a snapshot of America's Black campers, and tell you the best day of the week for the cheapest fuel prices. The GasBuddy study: https://www.gasbuddy.com/newsroom/pressrelease/1091
Feb 20, 2022•8 min•Ep. 257
In this episode, we share our experience at Walt Disney World's Fort Wilderness campground, and answer a listener question about the differences in towing a fifth wheel over a conventional travel trailer. Check out the cover story on us in RV Camping magazine here: https://rvblogger.com/rv-camping-magazine/
Feb 10, 2022•47 min•Ep. 256
This week, we take a look back at our time at the Florida RV SuperShow, discuss the best and the worst, ask ourselves "does the RV community even need a supershow?" and more. Plus, Campendium released its best of 2021 and we are sharing which campgrounds made the list. And finally, we hope you'll take a moment to head over to Instagram and bring a little hope and support to a couple facing heartbreak. Steve was recently diagnosed with terminal cancer and in a blink of an eye, their whole world c...
Jan 30, 2022•51 min•Ep. 255
As the RV industry adapts to the electric boom, will 2023 be the year of electric RVs? Plus, Dealers are fined for service delays, what to expect at the Tampa RV show, and as fires rage in the Boulder area, a devastating wind storm leaves a wake of RV destruction. It's time for the latest in RV and camping news from RV Miles. Join us at the Tampa RV show! We'll be doing a meet n' greet on Saturday, January 22nd from 11 AM - Noon at the Sabre RV site. Come by and visit! Togo RV Plus is now Roadpa...
Jan 17, 2022•11 min•Ep. 254
This week - who's afraid of the big bad city? We've got a few tips to help you navigate those moments you find yourself driving through a large city. Plus, we tackle that age-old question about peeing in the woods, did your city make the Taco cut, and we talk about our recent tire blowout in our fresh tank/black tank section. Welcome to the latest RV Miles Podcast!
Jan 16, 2022•46 min•Ep. 253
This week we talk with Nate Philippsen, the VP of Marketing for Sun Outdoors about operating the country's largest RV park operations in these unprecedented times. Plus, we talk a bit about winter camping, and the year ahead for the RV industry.
Jan 04, 2022•59 min•Ep. 252
This week we share some more wild travel stories, plus a great tip about RV stabilizing jacks and a heartwarming story about a lost teddy bear in a National Park.
Dec 14, 2021•48 min•Ep. 251
It's official. California has banned the use of small generators, but what does that mean for RVers? Sailun recalls over 84,000 tires, Arches will go to timed entry in 2022, the Thor backlog grows while Winnebago recalls the Ekko, and so much more. It's time for this latest RV and camping news.
Dec 12, 2021•10 min•Ep. 250
On this episode, we've got a few thoughts on the recent RV Industry Power Breakfast and the recently released RVshare survey. Plus, after several months of testing it out, we are happy to report that our WeBoost does in fact live up to our expectations. Here our full gear review in the first segment of the show and then check out WeBoost for yourself: https://www.weboost.com/products/dest... Like our hoodies? Check them out here: https://rv-miles-store.creator-spring... What We Use for Internet ...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 249
This week, we share some things we're thankful for this year in our travels, along with some news about the state of the RV industry and where things look to be headed for 2022.
Nov 24, 2021•41 min•Ep. 248
