RV Weekly Round-Up (Nov. 12-20, 2009)

Check out these highlights of RV-related news, events and video from this past week. 1. Southwestern deserts: More than just a warm place: This is the time of year when RVers in the northern states and Canada can be divided into two groups: those that are or soon will be headed to the southwestern deserts for at least some part of the winter, and those that wish they were headed for the desert. Bob Difley recounts some of the significant events and scenery that make the Southwest such an interesting destination in the winter months. 2. Bicycle museum: Nick Russell recounts his visit to the Bicycle Museum of America, a wonderful attraction in the charming small town of New Bremen, Ohio. Located on New Bremen’s main street, the museum is a treasure trove of bicycles and bicycle memorabilia dating back to the early 1800s. Here you will see everything from primitive bikes with appropriate names like the Boneshaker, to high wheeled bicycles that the gentry of another age enjoyed, to modern carbon frame bicycles that one can lift with a single finger. 3. Thousands of POIs for Streets and Trips: New feature for Points of Interest (POIs) on 2010 Streets and Trips mapping program allows you to upload just ONE POI file with ALL your favorite stops, then just hide or show only the POIs you need at the moment. Chris Guld of Geeks on Tour shares more info about this new S&T feature. 4. Jayco hires 200 to fill order backlog: Jayco Inc. has added a couple hundred workers and is escalating... Read more

Green Washing Podcast with Brian Brawdy & Thetford’s Mary Burrows

Do you ever get tired of the spin, of being lied to, or worse yet, of being misled in a strategic way? It is popular now for the media to talk Green. To that end, advertisers will do anything they can to jump on the Green bandwagon. In this episode you will learn how to spot Green spin and Green washing from a mile away. Join me in this hour long podcast as I speak with Mary Burrows, Head Chemist at Thetford Corporation. Read more  Read More →

RV Weekly Round-Up (Oct. 31 – Nov. 6, 2009)

Check out these highlights of RV-related news, events and video from this past week. 1. Carbon Monoxide Reminder: Mark Polk reminds us about the dangers of carbon monoxide gas. Whether in your home or your RV, when you fire up the furnace and bring out the portable heaters to help stay warm, there is the threat of carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide gas is invisible, odorless, and deadly! Take a moment to review Mark’s cautionary tips, and don’t forget to change the batteries in your carbon monoxide detector! Read more  Read More →

RV Weekly Round-Up (Oct. 24-30, 2009)

Check out these highlights of RV-related news, events and video from this past week. 1. Canadian RV dealer picks Riverside for first U.S. shop: Undeterred by a recession that has battered the RV industry and its presence in the Inland region, a multimillion-dollar Canadian RV dealer will open its first U.S. dealership in Riverside, CA, to be closer to a travel trailer manufacturer whose models have sold well in Canada. The Riverside Press-Enterprise reports that Bruce Urban of Western RV Country Group of Companies in Alberta has big plans for the vacant American All-Star RV dealership. 2. Innovative Class B+ Models Gaining in Popularity: Phoenix USA RV has emerged as one of the most popular manufacturers in recent months, as the RV market shifts toward smaller and more efficient models. The company’s Class B+ models are slightly larger than Class B campers, but include the major amenities typically only found in larger rigs, such as a slideout and a full dry bath with shower. The result is a lightweight, easy-to-maneuver motorhome with a surprisingly spacious interior. Take an online photo tour of all the Phoenix USA RV models to see for yourself. 3. At last, RVing is for the dogs: Los Angeles Times reporter Rosemary McClure recounts her camping trip to Northern California with a friend and their two dogs. She describes the canine facilities at each campground stop of the trip, demonstrating that many campgrounds have gone above and beyond to cater to the large percentage of... Read more

RV Weekly Round-Up (Oct. 17-23, 2009)

1. Tax deduction for ‘09 vehicle purchases: The Internal Revenue Service wants to remind you that buying a new motorhome this year may make you eligible for a state-level tax deduction. State and local sales & excise taxes on new vehicles may be reduced for taxpayers whose incomes meet a designated range. Watch the IRS tax break video for details. Read more  Read More →

Boondocking Podcast with Brian Brawdy & Bob Difley

by Brian Brawdy In my opening 18 months as an RVer, I have learned that the attraction, at least for me, is one of self reliance and nomadicism. The places that I have explored and the people I have encountered have only reinforced the sense of independence one cultivates while bringing the far away to their own front door. Early on I began to feel, not that I was learning this philosophy, but that I was remembering it. That adventure and exploration are latent in the human being. To that end, I started a blog called Buried Logic. Today it is my great pleasure to share with you an hour long podcast with author and fellow RVer Bob Difley. Read more  Read More →

RV Weekly Round-Up (Oct. 10-16, 2009)

Check out these highlights of RV-related news, events and video from this past week. 1. Tribute to early RVers: my parents: Chris Guld of Geeks on Tour shares an example of a narrated slideshow movie she put together using old family photos from RV camping with her parents in the 1960s. You may find yourself inspired to create your own narrated movies after seeing this example! 2. Arizona County Eyes RV Sector in Housing Matters: The Yavapai County Planning and Zoning Commission in Prescott, Ariz., considered two actions this week affecting the use of RVs in their county. The commission voted unanimously to recommend allowing residents to camp temporarily in RVs and travel trailers on private parcels of 10 acres or more. 3. Nickel-Lithium: The Next Battery Break Through?: Blogger Bob Difley discusses the possible benefits of the new nickel-lithium generation battery, which may expand the practicality of the electric vehicle for both everyday drivers and long-haul drivers. 4. Boost Your Energy in Less Than 5 Minutes: Health blogger Lynn Difley shares a few simple exercises you can use on the road to refresh your body and keep fatigue at bay. Long stretches of driving can wear you down in a hurry, so try these tips next time you begin to feel drowsy behind the wheel.  Read More →

RV Weekly Round-Up (Oct. 3-9, 2009)

Check out these highlights of RV-related news, events and video from this past week. 1. Former FEMA trailer park in Convent, LA, is filling a key housing need: Mark Anderson is converting a former FEMA trailer park in Convent, LA, into the Sugar Hill RV Resort. A recreational vehicle resort that was originally aimed at luring RV enthusiasts is instead providing much-needed housing to industrial workers in the River Parishes. Residents include employees at the local refineries and plants, as well as an influx of construction workers hired to expand the Marathon refinery in Garyville. Read more  Read More →

RV Weekly Round-Up (Sept. 26 to Oct. 2, 2009)

Check out these highlights of RV-related news, events and video from this past week. 1. Hemet takes on RV storage: The City Council in Hemet, CA, is cracking down on RV parking violators. Councilmembers are divided on whether tightening enforcement of city parking rules should be a priority for city officials, or whether there are other issues of greater importance. Read more  Read More →

RV Weekly Round-Up (Sept. 19-25, 2009)

Check out these highlights of RV-related news, events and video from this past fortnight. 1. Winnebago Via Showcased at Washington, DC, Event: Winnebago Industries, Inc., the nation’s top-selling motor home manufacturer, recently showcased the all-new high-mileage Class A Winnebago Via motorhome for participants in the Forum on Stimulating Economic Vitality and Resource Conservation, a gathering of top national and state tourism and park leaders hosted by the U.S. Department of Interior. The event was held in downtown Washington, D.C., on September 15, and allowed key RV industry leaders, state tourism officials, the managers of public lands and others to discuss increasing visits by Americans to national parks while making this use sustainable. Read more  Read More →

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