Teardrop campers were all the rage after World War Two. This was a time when Americans were answering the call of the open road more than ever before thanks to the new interstate infrastructure projects connecting sea to shining sea. Of course, in those days the only people who had …
If the call of the open road has found its way to you, then chances are good you are thinking about taking the plunge to invest in the RV of your dreams. You might even feel understandably overwhelmed by the staggering array of options on the new and pre-owned market. …
The idea of being able to take a hot shower after spending hours in the great outdoors sounds like heaven, but it can be hard to find an appropriate setup. Fortunately, there are some great portable showers that you can take with you on your next camping trip. If you …
A travel trailer with a built-in generator is a great way to bring the comforts of home with you when you answer the call of the open road. Especially if your ideal RV adventure style calls for a lot of boondocking away from RV parks and campgrounds. While solar panels …
So, you’re considering replacing the floors in your RV. Maybe it has that old, 90s-style carpet that contains three generations of dirt and grime; or maybe you simply want to update the look and feel of your home on wheels. Whatever reason brought you here, you are probably wondering: What …
Lions and tigers and bears – oh my! Well, maybe not lions and tigers; that’s for camping in a very different part of the world (unless you’re in Florida… ever seen Tiger King?) But in all seriousness, bears ARE a real concern in certain parts of the U.S., especially states …
Overland travel is far from a new phenomenon. In fact, most early human tribes were overland travelers simply out of necessity. They followed the big game animals and changed homelands based on the seasons. Contemporary overlanding is more about being self-sufficient in a vehicle that is built to handle anything. …
The general rule of thumb is that you can only safely tow roughly 80% of your vehicle’s rated maximum towing capacity. With a large one-ton truck this usually isn’t an issue. Though a lot of half-ton pickup trucks, light-duty pickup trucks, and SUV owners often find themselves wishing their vehicle …
Propane is an essential resource when it comes to RVing, and running out may not only be inconvenient but can be dangerous as well. It powers the furnace and water heater to give us warmth, as well as most stovetops, ovens, and refrigerators. Propane tanks come in a wide variety …
Mercedes Benz is one of the most successful automotive manufacturers in the world. While they might be best known for their lineup of sleek stylish cars, they also have popular engines, transmissions and a chassis like the Mercedes Sprinter that are used by a wide range of RV manufacturers as …
