Posted by Ashley Gannon on Dec 14, 2011
If you’re planning to order RV gifts online, better hurry. Tomorrow is traditionally the last day to place online orders for guaranteed delivery before Christmas. Many online sellers will be offering free shipping tomorrow to encourage procrastinators to log in and place their orders. If you’re still looking for a little something to stuff in the stocking of your favorite RV owner, here are a few suggestions:
> Challenge the kids to a family tournament with a Magnetic Dartboard from Prime Products. Safe for indoor or outdoor play, it rolls up for easy storage.
> Track your RV travels on the State Stickers Map from State Stickers. Non-adhesive press-and-peel stickers can be added and removed easily and depict the license plate of each state. Adheres with 4 suction cups.
> Plastic Tablecloth Clamps from Coghlans clip onto card or picnic tables to hold tablecloth in place. An RV must have.
> Light up your campsite with The Revolution Weather Resistant LED Bulb from Starlights, Inc. The 12-volt, water-resistant bulb is available in 150, 200 or 300 lumens and lasts for 50,000 hours. Perfect for outdoor illumination, the bulb can be rotated in its base to direct light where you need it.
> Impart smokehouse flavor to your next RV BBQ with Smoke Cones in hickory or mesquite flavors. Use them to cold smoke steak, fish or burgers on your grill before cooking.
Check RVT.com and your local RV dealers for more RV gift ideas.
Posted by Ashley Gannon on Dec 12, 2011
Santa will be loading up his sleigh in less than 2 weeks! If you’re still looking for some great RV gifts to wrap up and put under the tree, check out the RVT.com Discount RV Store. You’ll also find links to plenty of great RV accessories on RVT.com. If you need some inspiration, check out our list of great RV gifts:
> Fly the Stars and Stripes or the flag of your favorite sports team from the FlagPole Buddy. Kits range in size from 12 feet to a 22-foot extendable model that’s easy to spot even in a crowded stadium parking lot.
> Fastway ONEstep Wheel Chock stabilizes travel trailers or 5th wheels instantly. It takes only seconds to set and release from a standing position; no bending or kneeling. Chocks adjust from 16 to 24 inches and can be locked in place to prevent theft.
> Free up kitchen space with a Camco Knife Safe. It can be mounted to the kitchen wall or inside a cupboard door to keep knives secure but accessible.
> If you RV with pets, the dishwasher-safe Valterra Water Hole is a must have. The spill-proof pet dish keeps water from sloshing onto the floor even on bumpy campsite roads.
> Keys to a new or used RV. The ultimate best RV gift!
Posted by Ashley Gannon on Dec 02, 2011
Looking for gift ideas for the RVers on your holiday shopping list? You’ll find lots of great RV gifts at the RVT.com discount store. Continuing our previous post, here are some more great gifts for RV owners:
> If you’re planning to sell your current RV and upgrade to a newer or bigger RV this winter, ask Santa to put a Nikon Coolpix digital camera or Flip UltraHD Video Camera under the tree. Perfect for taking RV photos and filming a video walk-through of your rig when you list your RV for sale on RVT.com; both cameras are compact and lightweight, making them perfect for capturing memories while you’re RVing.
> Quality RV covers protect your RV from damage when you’re not on the road. A “must-have” for every RV owner.
> New Air Portable Ice Maker with soft-touch controls is an attractive, energy-efficient workhorse with no-drip technology that makes up to 35 pounds of ice per day.
> Camco RV Olympian Propane Camp Fire features realistic ”logs” that mimic the natural look and cozy ambience of wood campfires. Safe for use even when ground fire restrictions are in force, it connects to a standard LP gas cylinder.
> Magellan Pro RoadMate GPS Navigator is the perfect “co-pilot” for RV travelers. Designed to meet the needs of RVers, the RoadMate takes your rig’s height, width, length and weight into consideration when mapping routes. It comes pre-loaded with point-of-interest and RV campground info.
Posted by Ashley Gannon on Nov 30, 2011
From the practical to the sublime and everywhere in between, you’ll find plenty of great gifts on RVT.com for the RV owners on your holiday shopping list. Check out our Discount RV Store for bargains on RV wash and wax supplies, for sale signs and cameras, RV covers and RV accessories. For links to more great RV gifts, click on RV Accessories in the left sidebar on the RVT.com home page.
Here are just a few of the RV holiday gifts you’ll find in RVT.com’s online discount store:
> Camco RV wash brush with adjustable handle makes washing your RV a breeze. Handle extends from 43 to 71 inches, allowing you to reach across the roof of your RV effortlessly or wash the side from top to bottom without a ladder. A built-in on-off switch controls and conserves water use. The 11-inch wide brush head makes short work of RV cleaning.
> B.E.S.T. complete RV cleaning kit contains all the quality B.E.S.T. products you need to detail your RV and keep it looking show room sharp. The kit includes one-step wash and wax; awning, carpet and upholstery cleaner; bug-off bug and grime remover; and black streak remover and degreaser. B.E.S.T. products are eco-friendly and completely biodegradable.
> Camco extra-large, rectangular, 5-gallon wash bucket is 18 inches wide to accommodate even the longest cleaning brush. The bucket is collapsible for easy RV storage and comes with carry handles.
Next time: More RV gift ideas
Posted by Ashley Gannon on Sep 23, 2011
Today is the first day of fall, a good time to start thinking about how to protect your RV investment over the winter. While your RV sits idle, it can be exposed to damaging UV rays, falling leaves, tree sap, bird droppings, dirt and dust, corrosive pollutants, driving rain, snow and ice that can result in permanent discoloration or damage to your RV. The most cost-effective solution is to purchase an RV cover.
You’ll find links to RV cover suppliers under RV Accessories on RVT.com. Here’s what to look for when selecting an RV cover:
– RV covers are available in standard sizes for each RV type; but if your RV will sit idle for long periods of time, you may want to invest in a custom-fit cover that is shaped to the contours of your specific RV model. Look for a custom cover with Velcro or zip openings that allow easy access to doors and storage compartments while the cover is in place.
– Air vents will reduce moisture accumulation under the cover that can lead to mold growth and reduce wind lofting that can allow the cover to chafe against the vehicle’s exterior, causing friction damage.
– Choose a cover made of high-performance, 100% polypropylene material that is strong, water-repellant and breathable. Triple-layer poly covers provide the best protection. Breathability is important to prevent moisture accumulation that can corrode paint and graphics and encourage the growth of mold and mildew.
Posted by Ashley Gannon on Aug 08, 2011
Most of the country has been sweltering under August temperatures since June with no let up in the heat predicted any time soon. If your RV doesn’t have an awning, this is the year to install one. RV awnings provide instant shade that can reduce the interior temperature of your motorhome or travel trailer by as much as 10 degrees, cooling your rig and decreasing the load on your air conditioning system. You receive the same benefit by parking your rig in the shade, but shade is at a premium in most RV campgrounds.
Increasing usable camp space is another good reason to install an awning on your RV. With an RV awning, your outdoor living area — as well as tables, chairs, grill, etc. – is protected from rain, wind and falling debris; allowing you to make complete use of outdoor space. You’ll also find that buying or installing an awning on your RV increases its resale value.
Smart RV buyer tip: RVs can be purchased with factory-installed awnings or awnings can be added after market. If adding an after-market awning to your RV, follow installation instructions carefully to insure that the awning is correctly supported or have it installed by an RV service professional. An improperly installed awning can cause permanent damage to your RV. To find new or used RVs that already come equipped with awnings, enter “awnings” under “keywords” in the advanced search feature on RVT.com.
Posted by Ashley Gannon on Jun 20, 2011
Touring Alaska by RV is on the bucket list of most RV travelers. Considered the ultimate RV vacation destination, Alaska is huge — more than twice the size of Texas — and remote. If Alaska’s population density (number of people per square mile) were applied to Manhattan, the population of the country’s most populous city would plummet from nearly 2 million to just 14 individuals!
A thin population spread over such a vast land area means few towns and even fewer services. Travelers frequently encounter long stretches of highway completely devoid of services. The next gas station can be more than 100 miles down the road and a grocery even farther. Savvy RV travelers know to pick up The Milepost before heading north. The legendary Alaska travel guide and trip planner provides an invaluable mile-by-mile chronicle of sights, attractions, services and interesting information along each of Alaska’s major travel routes.
The Milepost’s only drawback is that it’s big and bulky. A new iPhone app puts the same information (and more) on your portable, light-weight smartphones. With Alaska App, RV travelers can quickly locate service stations, get directions to spectacular views, listen to a historical narrative while watching a video air tour of the glacier they are looking at, find the best local fishing spot or the best place to view eagles, and much more. If you’re planning an RV trip to Alaska this summer, you’ll want to download the free AlaskaApp onto your iPhone before you leave.
Posted by Ashley Gannon on Jun 15, 2011
When you’re an RVing family, coming up with a great Father’s Day gift is easy. Just pack up your travel trailer or motorhome and head for dad’s favorite campground for a relaxing weekend. Bring along the bikes or boat, stock the fridge with steak and beer, and don’t forget dad’s favorite lawn chair so he can nap in the shade while you take the kids off to splash in the pool. (Even dads need a few quiet moments to themselves!) But if dad’s a gadget man (and what dad isn’t), you might want to also surprise him with a new toy that will make RV traveling even more enjoyable.
1. Dad will never have to ask for directions again if you give him the Garmin Nuvi 1390T portable GPS navigator. Dad will love the thin, sleek design and 4.3-inch color widescreen display. Bluetooth supported, the Garmin features a NAVTEQ Traffic Receiver for handy updates on traffic and road conditions.
2. Indulge dad’s secret desire to be a TV weatherman by giving him the compact and attractive Oregon Scientific Blue Line Metal Weather Station. Digital displays show temperature, humidity and barometric pressure.
3. With the Flip MinoHD camera dad will be able to capture every golden moment of the family’s RV adventures. Powerful, easy to use and light-weight, the camera is small enough to fit in dad’s shirt pocket.
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