Thor Hybrid RV: Revolutionizing Sustainable Travel Thor Industries, a renowned leader in the recreational vehicle (RV) industry, has unveiled its latest innovation—the Thor Hybrid RV. This cutting-edge vehicle marks a pivotal shift towards sustainability and efficiency in RV travel, blending traditional fuel technology with electric power. Designed to reduce environmental impact without compromising on luxury […]
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Product Review for OKMO Tech Lithium RV Batteries
A Hands-On Review of OKMO LiFePO4 Batteries for RVs When it comes to powering an RV, reliability and efficiency are critical. While they’ve been around since 2000 in lithium batteries, OKMO (okmotech.com) has more recently entered the market for RVers, offering features that work well with the RV lifestyle. We got our hands on a […]
Ready for Lithium Batteries? Things to Consider First
The rise in popularity of RV travel has brought a surge in demand for reliable, efficient, and safe power solutions. Among these, lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries have emerged as a favorite for many RV enthusiasts. These batteries promise significant advantages over traditional lead-acid options, but they also come with considerations that potential buyers should […]
How Much Can You Discharge a Lead-Acid vs. Lithium RV Battery Before Damaging It?
When you’re powering your RV, understanding how much you can discharge your battery is important to avoid damaging it and to make sure it lasts a long time. The depth of discharge (DoD) refers to how much of the battery’s stored power you can safely use before needing to recharge it. This is different for […]
Understanding Power Use in an RV – Calculating Your Usage
When you’re talking about how many amps a battery “pulls,” you’re usually referring to the amount of electricity needed to power various devices or appliances in your RV. Different appliances pull different amounts of power, which is measured in amps (the amount of electric current used). The total amount of power your RV battery pulls […]
Understanding Lithium Batteries for RVs: A Simple Guide
If you own or are thinking about owning an RV, you might have heard a lot about lithium batteries lately. They’re becoming more and more popular for powering everything from lights to appliances in RVs. But what exactly are lithium batteries, and why are they so important for RV life? Let’s break it down in […]
How Safe are Lithium Batteries in an RV?
The Safety of LiFePO4 Lithium Batteries for RVs: A Comprehensive Guide As the RV lifestyle continues to grow in popularity, so does the demand for reliable, efficient, and safe power solutions. Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries have emerged as a leading choice for RV enthusiasts, offering numerous advantages over traditional lead-acid batteries. However, like any […]
2023 Amazon Prime Day Deals for RVers
It’s Prime Day 2023 RVers! You don’t need me to describe these products and their uses like all those other annoying blog posts do, so we are just going to cut to the chase. Say goodbye to scrolling through hundreds of products and wasting your time. I did all the hard work for you already. […]
Zero Breeze, Mark 2 : Rechargeable Portable Air Conditioning Review
I was in need of a portable A/C (air conditioning) unit, the reason for which I will explain shortly, and was able to acquire one directly from Zero Breeze. Because it’s a growing market, I wanted to write a review for their Mark 2 model from the perspective of an RVer — to sort out […]
3 Things All RV Flamingos Must Have: Internet, an Ice Maker, and a New Mattress
Internet, Ice Makers, RV Mattresses….and Flamingos. These are the subjects we get the most questions about in the Cool RV Stuff Facebook group. So what would it look like if we covered all of them in one article? Well something like this… Life as a pink flamingo at the campground can be challenging. You want […]
12 Smart Tips to Make RVing Safer
Outdoor adventurers, including RVers, are generally a friendly, helpful, outgoing bunch. Unfortunately, summer 2021 has cast a dark cloud over the outdoor industry and drawn attention to the dangers lurking at campgrounds or in the wilderness. Summer 2021 saw the high-profile murders of Gabby Petito and the double murder of Kylen Schulte, and her wife, […]
How to Sell an RV for the Most Profit and Least Hassle
If you’ve been RVing for a while, there may come a time when you ask how to sell an RV. As hard as it can be to let go of your home on wheels, the next best thing may be waiting for you after you do. Selling your RV can be an opportunity to upgrade […]
The Best Camping Games for Rainy Day RVing
You might wonder why camping games are even necessary. After all, why not just book a stay when the forecast says there will be pleasant weather and spend all your time outdoors? The popularity of RVing has exploded in the past year. Nowadays, you typically have to book your stay weeks or even months in […]
Pink Flamingo: Meaning Swinging or Just Cool RV Décor?
There is a ton to learn when RVing, but you may never have thought to ask about a pink flamingo meaning swinging. I mean really, who would have thought. Interestingly, there is talk about the pink flamingo meaning swinging everywhere, not just in RV parks but in neighborhoods too. We’ve been seeing lots of flamingos […]