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We’re Tony & Peggy Barthel and we’re working to help you be a StressLess Camper.
We’re Tony & Peggy Barthel and we’re working to help you be a StressLess Camper.
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Spot2Nite is a resource that lets you book campgrounds and RV spots quickly and easily. We speak with Terry Broussard about how his company can get you a spot tonight or help with reservations down the road. Terry also explains some nice integrations his company is working on.
We also have a very important tech tip for all RV owners plus a great very inexpensive safety device.
RV weight safety and wheel position weighing can mean safe travels and Jeff Gaston tours the country weighing RVs and joined us from MY RV School. An overweight RV can experience significant failure and Jeff tells how to be a safer traveler.
Jeff Gaston tours the country teaching RV fire safety and fire suppression and joined us from MY RV School to share some of the things he teaches to keep you fire safe in your RV. Plus he talks about fire suppression and even how to escape a fire.
RV gadgets and gizmos are some of our favorite ways to make our RV adventure better. This week on our RV podcast we share some of the best RV gadgets that we’ve gotten our hands on lately.
How is your RV made? How can you better maintain it? We spent a week touring plants the make RV components and then concluded that with a day of RV Owners School. Lippert components makes a huge number of parts in your RV and we find out how they’re made, how well they’re made and then how to maintain these systems.
Ben Miller and Stacy Johnson from ABC Upfitters share a demonstration model of MasterVolt systems available in some 2023 models and also available to upfit into existing RVs. Solar and lithium power packages are becoming more popular and ABC Upfitters can help you get the power package that is right for your RV and your camping style.
Driven to Wonder author Michael Boyink shares his stories, tips and thoughts about spending eight years on the road with his family. He talks about starting and ending the journey and even how he redefined worship on the road. Further, as introverts, he speaks to finding community on the road. The book is a compendium of over 100 adventures with beautiful pictures and is an enjoyable read.
Your safety as an RVer is part of what StressLess Camping is all about. On this podcast episode we learn about GasStop, a propane safety device we use which prevents gas flow if there is a leak in the system. It also helps you test your propane system easily and safely and is something we feel is worth having.
Your RV’s fresh water system explained in simple terms to help you camp in campground and get water while boondocking. Can I drink my RV’s water? How do I get a hot shower? Do I need a pressure regulator or water filter?
Thinking of canceling that trip because of gas prices? Don’t! You can still go on that epic adventure. We have tips for improving your RV’s fuel economy, including tips for how to get better mileage when towing a trailer. Don’t change your plans, these few simple and mostly free tips can help you enjoy that trip and use less fuel in the process.
We also talk about our new eBikes that we charged with our solar generator and even have an RV that would be a real fuel sipper.
Whether you’re looking for parts for your RV, nifty add-ons or gadgets we spoke with Tanya from Lippert about having parts available to repair, replace or upgrade your RV. We also talk RV tech you can add. Plus we have the best Class B RV we’ve seen and even have our own nifty gadget.
RV weight is a critical factor in RV safety and we speak with industry expert Steve Kass who has weighed thousands of RVs. He’s got some great tips and also some funny stories to share. Then we review an RV gadget that can help you with your RV’s weight. Finally, a new feature, RV of the week plus a trip to El Segundo, California.
We talk to Brian Hills from Solar Advantage who has created a business out of creating complete solar packages for RVers that are plug-and-play and customized for each use.
We venture back to Arizona for more fun along Route 66 including visiting the historic town of Seligman, Williams and Oatman and pay a visit to the incomparable Grand Canyon. But we are also quite surprised by Bearizona and have some other fun side trips on our journey to share. Plus Tony reviews Rad Power Bikes Rad Mini 2 step-thru bike - is this a great gadget for RVers? The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly show with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.
We learn what it takes to create the Ultimate Route 66 Guide App from the man who did, Scott McCoy. This app was indispensable on our trip and we have a few announcements about new features, too. Then we visit Thermopolis, Wyoming - a great destination you might not have on your radar. The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly show with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.
The must have shopping list essentials as you start your new RV journey. All the gifts you’re going to want for your new RV so you can enjoy some StressLess Camping.
Geocaching is the world’s largest treasure hunt and something all RVers might enjoy. This week we talk about this fun worldwide phenomenon which also promotes exploring and adventure. We also travel to Gilroy, CA to find some wonderful treats including locally-made sausages and garlic everything.
RV navigation can help you avoid costly mistakes or even injury by making sure you stay on roads that can accommodate your RV. We talk with Patrick Buchanan from RV Trip Wizard about their RV-safe navigation and trip planning system and how it can help you avoid trouble.
We also talk about RV fresh water tank sanitization and a new RV inline water sanitizer that could make the process easier and safer.
Boondocking can be a great way to enjoy free or inexpensive camping but where do you find the best spots and where is the best place to find free and inexpensive camping? How do some people manage to find those magical hidden destinations? This week we talk about finding great boondocking spots. Plus our gadget report has a useful inexpensive item that can help you with your RV scissor jacks.
