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If you aren’t living in your RV full-time like we are, you may be wondering; where are you going to store your new vacation home on wheels? Don’t worry, I have you covered. I’ve lived through RV storage sites and at home storage and we’ve researched the rest. Types of
According to Dave Barry, who is by no means an authority but who is nonetheless correct, dogs are honest to a fault and cats have the morals of Hannibal Lecter. Don’t get me wrong, I love both dogs and cats, but they are undeniably different. These differences must be first
RVing is nothing new. Folks have been hitting the road for decades now, and if we flex the facts sufficiently, we may dare say that the Pioneers started it all. Afterall, wagons and RVs have a lot in common, right? Right. But if we’re honest, RVs are much more reliable,
Backing up your RV can kill a marriage or ruin a lifelong friendship. It’s stressful, time-consuming, and – sh*t, there’s a tree there! There’s a simple solution to this conundrum (and it’s a lot cheaper than marriage counseling): a 2-way radio, aka, walkie talkie. In fact, walkie talkies come with
You’ve seen all the videos and testimonials of people who have converted to Van Life. It speaks to your inner free spirit and longing for the open road. It seems too good to be true. Well, it might be, if you can’t handle some of the harsh realities that come
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of RVing with Pets – the blunt truth: what people love, hate, and wish they could change about RVing with pets. For a pet owner, the hardest part about taking a trip can be leaving them behind. You miss them. They miss you.
Recent data shows that the RV industry has made a significant comeback since nearly bottoming out after the 2008 housing crisis. Major RV manufacturers have faced such demand in recent years that filling orders have been challenging. However, keeping up production isn’t the only test facing RV manufacturers. Fueling the
We have a hard enough time trying to avoid Legos, children and our dog as we walk through our trailer. An unleveled trailer only makes this obstacle course more treacherous. If you aren’t lucky enough to have an automatic leveling system, you’ll need to learn how to level your trailer
Gawking eyes of neighboring campers and remembering which way to turn the wheel are just a couple reasons people dread backing up a camper. Knowing how to back up a travel trailer into all sorts of campsite layouts has been frustrating, challenging and rewarding. I reduce the stress of backing
If you’re reading this you’re likely thinking seriously about RVing. You’ve talked to, read about, or lived vicariously through other people who’ve been living the RVing life, yet you just aren’t sure if you can hack the RV lifestyle. You have questions. Hopefully, I have answers. So, let’s get to
If you’re reading this post you’re either new to RVing, or you’ve been thinking seriously about RVing. Either way, you’re likely hearing some conflicting information. You’ve talked to, read about, or lived vicariously through other people who’ve been living the RVing life, yet you just aren’t sure how to separate
Thinking of converting an RV? Whether you’ve already bought an RV or bus, just watched some time-lapse build videos, or had a really good conversation about the possibility of breaking the rent cycle and are trying to figure out where to start, there are so many moving pieces! Before you
My family is like an RV pit-crew when it comes to setting up camp. Everyone from our 3 year old daughter to our 11 year old son have a job. What used to take us over an hour is now down to about 30 minutes. Here’s our list: Secure your
A haven from work stresses, emails, texts, and general daily life is calling your name in the form of a camping adventure. But the truth is, it’s your first time diving headfirst into the world of camping like this and you do not want to end up having a more
If you're new to owning an RV, camper, conversion van or just life on the road, then start here!
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America invented RVs. They are our ticket to Saturday night campfires, epic road trips, multi-generational memories and remote adventures.
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Car Camping
Car camping, whether out of your sedan backseat or a dedicated conversion van, is an affordable and accessible way to see the world! Check out #vanlife!
DIY
Renovated semi-trucks and DIY “Skoolies” have romanced the American imagination. Learn how to take yours on the road.
Nomads
Becoming a digital nomad, traveling by wheel, plane, hostel, bus and by foot, is an exciting way to see the world. And no, it’s not just for young people!
Changing Gears is your gateway to RV ownership! We maintain online calculators, checklists, references and deep-dive articles into RV ownership FAQs, like insurance, licensing, etc.
Written by a practicing RV design engineer, this site demystifies the technical inner workings of modern RVs. Learn how RVs work (and why sometimes they don't).
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