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This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Enjoying the RV Life: Eric and Alexis have a great conversation about upping the game when taking great pictures out on the road while enjoying the RV Lifestyle. Sometimes, investing time upfront can improve the quality of the pictures you take on the road. Check out the podcast or The Smart RVer Website for more details. Taking Great Pictures Staying On The Road: Eric digs into the problems of Low Voltage at RV Parks and what causes it. He also details why it can be so bad for RV Appliances and that the long-term effect is not good. It can even lead to premature appliance death. Eric explains a solution called the Hughes Voltage Booster and details how it can help save your RV electronics. The Next Stop: Alexis takes a trip to Hawaii to see the islands by renting an RV prepped for the island lifestyle. Seeing Hawaii on your own terms in an RV is a grea

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Enjoying the RV Life: Eric and Alexis engage in a comprehensive discussion, expounding upon the top five essential RV hacks that every avid RVer should be well-versed in. Their paramount objective is to empower their listeners with a repertoire of strategies that not only facilitate a smoother RV experience but also enrich their overall enjoyment of the RV lifestyle. These hacks are intended to optimize the functionality and convenience of recreational vehicle living, covering aspects such as maintenance, travel efficiency, and lifestyle enhancements.   Staying On The Road: Eric provides a detailed exposition on skylights, and their typical locations within RVs, and offers insights on sourcing suitable replacements. Skylights, when strategically positioned, not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of recreational vehicles but also introduce valuable n

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast, delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Enjoying the RV Life: Alexis and Eric engage in a thoughtful conversation about the art of effectively engaging in recreational vehicle (RV) travel close to one's place of residence. Their dialogue accentuates the advantages and cost-efficiency associated with embracing the RV lifestyle in one's immediate vicinity. In doing so, they underscore the propensity for local treasures to be underappreciated and discoverable, encouraging individuals not to overlook the opportunity to explore the hidden marvels within their region. Staying On The Road: Eric delves into the intricacies of roof vents and escape hatches, elucidating the distinctions between these two critical elements of recreational vehicles. He offers comprehensive guidance for do-it-yourself RV enthusiasts, outlining the methods for identifying and assessing the type of vent lid in need of replace

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Enjoying the RV Life: Alexis and Eric engage in a comprehensive dialogue regarding the five crucial pitfalls that RV enthusiasts should steer clear of, accompanied by demystifying some of the underlying reasons. Their commitment to facilitating a more streamlined and secure RV experience for their audience is evident throughout their discussion. For a more in-depth exploration of this topic, readers are encouraged to peruse the complete article available at TheSmartRVer.com. Staying On The Road: Eric delivers a comprehensive discourse on the meticulous maintenance of RV furnaces, offering a wealth of valuable insights to his attentive audience. His presentation encompasses an array of strategic recommendations, emphasizing best practices while cautioning against common pitfalls. The underlying principle underscores the significance of regular maintenance

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Enjoying the RV Life: Eric and Alexis engaged in a fascinating discussion that underscored the advantages of incorporating an electric bike (E-Bike) into the RV lifestyle. E-Bikes are incredibly convenient for RVers to take along on their journeys, serving as both an excellent means of exercise and a practical mode of transportation for running errands or leisurely touring around town. Staying On The Road: In this episode, Eric engages in a compelling conversation with Zack Patterson, the visionary behind the RV-De-Fender – the world's premier tire blowout prevention system designed for trailers and fifth wheels. Zack's fervent dedication to his invention shines through as he emphasizes the vital significance of this safety feature for every trailer owner. Eric enthusiastically shares his endorsement of the RV-De-Fender Tire Blowout System, expressing his

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Enjoying the RV Life: Today, Alexis and I will talk about something crucial for all you RV enthusiasts out there: winterizing your RV. Winter can be tough on your RV, and it's not just about protecting the freshwater system. There are other aspects to consider to ensure your RV stays in great shape during those cold months. Inspect the Seals and Roof: Check all the seals around windows, doors, and roof vents. Ensure they are intact and not cracked or damaged. Replace any seals showing wear and tear to prevent drafts and moisture from getting inside. Clean and Store Your RV Thoroughly: Give your RV a good cleaning, both inside and out. This will help prevent dirt and grime from causing damage during the winter months. Once it's clean, find a secure storage location for your RV if possible, away from the elements. Tire Care: Maintain proper tire pressure

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Enjoying the RV Life: We used this time for Staying on the Road. Staying On The Road: Eric hosts a gameshow about RV part terminology; some can make it hard to find the part they want. Karen is introduced onto the show and debuts as one of the clueless customers who challenge Eric to figure out what part she needs! She did a great job at it! Hopefully, Karen will feature on the podcast again soon. Alexis also adds the chaos and tries to stump Eric. But Eric figured out what part they needed every time! And of course, we were not making fun of our amazing customers, we were only highlighting how they can help us help themselves with finding what they need! The Next Stop: Eric and Alexis take their listeners to Shady Dell RV Park in Bisbee, AZ, and check out this place is amazing. They highlight the many activities you can participate in while visiting Bi

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RVer Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: Eric and Alexis talk about how to care for your RV going into Fall. They examine and discuss how to maintain your RV so it's ready when you decide it's time to winterize it! We all need to get reminders about this subject because it is so vital to the enjoyment and future ease of RVing. And truly, that's what we all strive for. Making our RV experience smooth and fun for the entire family. So check out their advice on TheSmartRver Podcast and list things your RV needs in the fall.  Staying On The Road: Eric talks about Lithium battery warranties and how you have to read everything about the actual rules of the warranty before you can understand what it really offers the buyer. This means you may have to do some research before making a purchase. Find out what type of actual perks you're promised on your warranty.  Lithium Battery Warra

Welcome to the Smart RVer Podcast!  Propane: Staying Safe and Sound in your RV while using adapters for BBQ Grills and other LP appliances. That will be today's topic for Staying on the Road. We are also going to be talking about “RV Friendly Recipes” in Living the RV Life, And then we are going to visit “Enchanted Circle New Mexico” in The Next Stop, and we will then wrap the show up with “RV Envy,” and in this episode, we are going to talk about “Keyed Alike Locks for RV’s Living the RV Life: Eric and Alexis spend some time on Recipes that are ideal for the Life Style and how simple it can be to prepare your own meals while on the road. Full Article Trekkn RV Recipes! Staying on the Road: Eric explains how the RV Low-Pressure System on many RVs might have a Quick Connect for the Propane System to hook up BBQs, Grills conveniently, and other LP Appliances. Eric discusses how it is not as simple as it might seem, and usually, you will need an adapter to make your BbQ or Grill work with the quick connector.

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: Eric and Alexis talk about how to live the RV life and how you can take advantage of Cruise America. The best part of this is that while you may already be an avid RVer with your own RV and setup if you are thinking of making a change, you can try out a different style of RV or trailer. You can also rent an RV for your family. If you have an RV and you want to meet up with members of your family that don’t own an RV, then Cruise America can be just the option for you. Or maybe you’re about to have a big family reunion, and you don’t have enough space for everyone; this is a great option for putting family and friends up for a few days. There are many options for using Cruise America, so check them out today.  Staying On The Road: Eric discusses how to maintain and clean your RV roof properly. This may seem like a simple thing, but it’s

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: RV Checklist- What to bring vs. What to leave behind Anyone who has ever been on an RV trip knows that there is a certain amount of preparation involved. In addition to packing your clothes and personal items, you also need to make sure that you have everything you need for the trip itself. This includes things like food, supplies, and equipment. However, there are also a few things that you don't need to bring with you. Here is a list of some of the most important things to bring on an RV trip, as well as some things that you can leave at home... Listen Now!  Partial Credit: RV Lifestyle Blog Staying On The Road:  Eric gets into keeping track of RV maintenance and why record keeping is so important, and some simple ways to do it. There is a lot to maintenance, but good record-keeping will net some positive results down the road. Eric

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: Alexis and Eric discuss how to find a dump station. Most of the time RV parks have dump stations attached or even close by but it's good to be prepared and know where you can dump because it may change the way you travel and when. Having as much prepared is vital for all RVers. Dumping can be made easy if you download apps and search the area you’re going to.  Staying On The Road: Eric talks to his listeners about how to keep batteries charged even when not connected to shore power. There are always many questions that Eric gets about batteries so he tries to answer as many as possible on the Podcast. But he also is willing to take phone calls about batteries and other RV-related questions.  The Next Stop: Eric and Alexis travel to Joshua Tree National Monument. They talk about what to do while you're in that part of California and whe

RV Rallies: Enhancing your RV Life! Clubs and Organizations you can get involved with today!  Escapees: escapees.com Xscapers: xscapers.com FMCA: fmca.com RVillage: rvillage.com TOGO RV: thorindustries.com/thor-companies/togo Tiffin Allegro Club: tiffinmotorhomes.com/allegro-club WIT Club: winnebago.com/owners/wit-club The following website can help you schedule trips revolving around various rallies and RV events.  RV Events & Activities Benefits of Attending RV Rallies Shared ideas Good rallies can be a bed of great ideas. These can help us find workarounds for issues we may be having with our RV. They can also provide cost-saving concepts when we find out how someone else is handling an issue we have been stumped by for weeks or months. We may even discover a way of doing something that saves us time or makes our lives just a little easier. Onsite RV service When you attend a rally that is specialized in specific groups and activities, you will find more support for your RV lifestyle. Do you have t

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: In this podcast episode, Eric and Alexis discuss the tricks and tips for finding free camping spaces or campsites for RVers. They acknowledge that while many RVers are already familiar with these methods, some may be new to the concept or have never needed to find free camping spots before. The hosts share their experiences of needing to find a place to spend the night while on the road and emphasize the importance of feeling safe and secure in these locations. They mention that some options for free camping include Walmart parking lots (although not all Walmarts offer this), restaurant parking lots, hotel parking lots, and truck stops. They highlight the need to ask for permission before staying overnight and to be considerate by keeping the area clean and not causing any disturbances. The hosts also mention Cracker Barrel locations as

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: Eric and Alexis talk about how to travel safely as a solo traveler, whether you are a male or a female. They share tips on how to stay connected with family and friends along the way and what to look for when you get to a new location. The best way to travel and have fun is always to know your surroundings and keep close to well-trodden trails.  Staying On The Road: Eric discusses with his listeners the importance of knowing how to ask for parts for your RV. Nothing is truly “standard” on an RV except that the tires are black. But besides that, you will usually need to know the model numbers on the appliances in your RV. RV techs cannot help you if you don’t help them, so take in some knowledge and maybe call before coming in and ask questions. If they’re worth their salt, they will help you locate model numbers and other information th

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This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: Eric and Alexis talk about the ways you can take your pets on the road with you. They discuss how you can make your pets comfortable while they ride in the RV. They also discuss the kinds of things you should be bringing along for your pet, like their medical paperwork. Pets also require treats and toys to make sure they feel more at home.  Staying On The Road: Eric Interviews RV Dreaming Summit. Eric interviews Stuart Takehars from RV Dreaming.TV, and they discuss the Full Time Freedom Week Summit that is in May. If you are even considering Full Time RVing, you need to check out this Summit. It is Free and extremely valuable. Full-Time RV Freedom Summit The Next Stop: Eric and Alexis explore the Lewis and Clark caverns. They check out what visitors would enjoy doing while they are in the are and where RVers can stay. They also highli

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: Eric and Alexis discuss how the RV lifestyle can be improved when you lighten your RV's weight in various ways. This can be helpful for gas mileage, ease on tires and springs, and just less clutter so you can enjoy the RV lifestyle. Eric also informs you on how you can empty your water tanks for even smoother travel. With this know-how, you can analyze your RV and see how you can make improvements.  Staying On The Road: Eric talks about the good and the bad of customer service and the breakdown of how consumers are treated in most big box stores lately. He also clarifies how we at Highways93 RV Parts are committed to making our customers happy! We are always ready to answer your phone calls and emails. We really try to help our customers as quickly as possible. Eric talks about how much our customers mean to us, so improving our custom

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: Eric talks about how RVing is a great way to see the country and enjoy some time away from home. However, one of the challenges of RVing is staying connected to the outside world. With Anytime Mail-Box, there is no need to worry about finding a post office or making sure your mail is delivered on time. Simply forward your mail to your Anytime Mail-Box account, and they'll take care of the rest. They offer a variety of services that make it easy to stay connected while on the road, including 24/7 access to your mailbox, package forwarding, and email forwarding.  Staying On The Road: Eric discusses how you, as RVers, can feel safer and more secure while traveling and staying in campgrounds. The best way to feel safe is to have a camera for surveillance and or a bright motion sensor light to keep thieves away from your possessions. Eric h

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RV’er Podcast Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Living the RV Life: Eric and Alexis talk about the FMCA Rally. From its beginning, FMCA (Family Motor Coach Association) has been centered on bringing people together. To make friends. Learn about their RVs. Travel to parts unknown. Have fun. While much has changed since those early days, FMCA continues to unite RV enthusiasts through its conventions, area rallies, and chapter gatherings. FMCA’s biannual international conventions unite thousands of people for four days of everything RVing – education, shopping, entertainment, and camaraderie. There are also regional events. Each of FMCAs’ 10 areas generally holds an area rally annually, where members gather to socialize, view exhibits, attend seminars, and enjoy quality entertainment. Area rallies are organized by FMCA and area associations. Be sure to check out more at TheSmartRverPodcast!  Staying On T