Traveling Ideas
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Need a catchy name!
Seems like every great RV blogger/vlogger has a catchy site name. I too need to come up with something so I can start writing about my adventures. Until I have something, I will continue to add my notes here.
Update [8/5/2017]: Got one (I think)! From now on all posts will happen over that the Tux Travels blog. https://tuxtravels.com/
Musts for a RV
- Dual ACs
- 50 Amp
- All LED Lights
- Dual Axel
What kind of RV do I want?
This is still an undecided item. Motorhome (Class A, B, & C), travel trailer, fifth wheel????? They all have pros & cons.
Here I will list models that I like:
Motorhome
Class A
A Class A with a tow car would be a great way to start this adventure, but a good floor plan is big and pricey
- Coachmen Mirada 35KB (At almost 37' it's longer than I'd like, but I do like the layout)
Class B
These are pretty much a high end conversion van. Really doubtful I'd go this route. I look at them though, and will list any floorplans I find appealing
Class C
If I were top go the motorhome route, a Class C would probably be my choice, but I have yet to find a good layout in the sub 30' range
Travel Trailer
- 2017 Grand Design Imagine 2670MK
- CrossRoads Sunset Trail Super Lite SS210FK
Fifth Wheel
I think this is my least likely option as a starter RV for me
- 2018 Keystone Fuzion 369 (Toy Hauler)
Conversion
Lately I've been watching a lot of videos on bus conversions, so I guess that means it's another RV option. While some of these conversions are simply outstanding, they took a lot of work by very handy individuals. Doubtful that I'll end up going this direction, but I will keep options open.
Update [8/4/2017]: I've actually been warming up to the idea a of school bus conversion. Not that it's ultimately what I want to use, I believe it can facilitate getting started sooner and cheaper.
Skoolie - Short Bus Conversion
- Based on this bus size, space is very limited, so I would need a good floor plan design
- Expected interior dimensions of a short bus 15'L x 7.5'W x 6'H
Musts
- Fresh water tank (for showering and sink)
- Propane (for cooktop, heat, and possibly fridge)
- Solar as well as shore power connection (Want to be able to charge batteries off grid, but also want to connect at an RV park)
- Toilet and a shower inside the bus (probably the trickiest must with the lack of space)
Trailer/Camping Accessories
- Garmin RV 760LMT Portable GPS Navigator - http://amzn.to/2qCZkBP
- X-Chock Wheel Stabilizer - Pair - http://amzn.to/2sb5RWr
- TireMinder A1A Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - http://amzn.to/2saCoMi
- Camco 43051 20' Sidewinder Plastic Sewer Hose Support - http://amzn.to/2saCAeu
- Camco 39742 RhinoFLEX 20' RV Sewer Hose Kit with Swivel Fitting - http://amzn.to/2qCJ3Nx
- Camco 22505 90 Degree Hose Elbow - http://amzn.to/2qD0e1b
- URPOWER Tactical Flashlight - http://amzn.to/2rRDpvx
- Black Diamond Spot Headlamp - http://amzn.to/2rRyPgG
- RV Flag Pole Kit Motorhome Flag Kit - http://amzn.to/2saJtg3
- RV Flag Pole Multi-Colored Solar Beacon - http://amzn.to/2rRIDHJ
- RV State Sticker Travel Map - http://amzn.to/2saZWB1
- Progressive Industries EMS-PT30X 30A Digital Surge Protector - http://amzn.to/2qCVecZ
- Progressive Industries EMS-PT50X 50A Digital Surge Protector - http://amzn.to/2rRYrua
- Camco 22853 Premium Drinking Water Hose - http://amzn.to/2rkInQI
- Travel Berkey - http://amzn.to/2qxPSkk
- 1-Person Inflatable Kayak - http://amzn.to/2rH2ZiA
- Oxygenics Brushed Nickel Body Spa RV Shower Kit - http://amzn.to/2vXc4GB
Places to visit and camp
United States
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
- "Look we're in Delaware" - Wayne Cambell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQEwJdhfddk&feature=youtu.be&t=1m14s
Florida
Destin Beach
Massachusetts
- Normandy Farms Family Camping Resort - http://www.normandyfarms.com/
Montana
- Havre Beneath the Streets - http://www.visitmt.com/listings/general/specialty-tour/havre-beneath-the-streets.html
Texas
- Magnolia Beach - Free beach camping https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnolia_Beach,_Texas
Wisconsin
Interesting Travel Websites and Apps
- Harvest Hosts - https://harvesthosts.com/
- Boondockers Welcome - https://www.boondockerswelcome.com/
- Allstays - https://www.allstays.com/
- Campenium - https://www.campendium.com/
- Free Campsites - https://freecampsites.net/
- Atlas Obscura - http://www.atlasobscura.com/
- Roadtrippers - https://roadtrippers.com/ [IOS/Android]
- RVillage - https://www.rvillage.com/
Bloggers/Vloggers to follow
- Keep Your Daydream - http://www.keepyourdaydream.com/
- The Motorhome Experiment - https://www.youtube.com/c/themotorhomeexperiment
- https://bearfoottheory.com/ - Sprinter Van Conversions