Biking is often a favorite activity of RV lovers and other outdoor enthusiasts. After all, what better way is there to explore your new surroundings while taking in the beauty of nature? It doesn't hurt that it's great exercise, too!Biking while traveling can be as strenuous (or not!) as you want. You may want to bring your bike for a leisurely sightseeing excursion, to run quick errands near your campsite or even to get some fresh air outside each morning or evening. Others enjoy the thrill ...

Keeping your RV, camper or travel trailer open by using a screen door can help keep it cool and enhance your enjoyment of the natural surroundings. However, many campers find that their vehicle's screen doors are a little flimsy and the screens can be easily ripped if pushed the wrong way.A camper's choice solution to this common problem could be the Screen Door Cross Bar product.This push bar is installed on the screen door and allows for an easier exit as well as protecting the screen ...

These days, many travelers are bringing their pets along when they take a trip. A recent report from the Travel Industry Association of America (TIA) found that 78 percent of those who travel with pets bring their dogs along. This is compared to 15 percent who bring cats, 3 percent who bring birds and 2 percent who bring other pets like fish and reptiles.With as many as 10 percent of pets travelling and staying in RVs, there is a growing need for quality products to make these animals ...

Playing cards and other games are a great way to spend time together as a family. The card game UNO, in particular, is a great take-along game for traveling and can provide people of all ages with hours of fun.UNO is known as America's number one card game. The object of the game is to be the first to score 500 points. Players race to play all of their cards before their opponents. In turns, players attempt to play a card by matching its color, number, or word to the top card in the discard ...

Many American families will be hitting the roads in rental RVs and motor homes this summer, according to dealers.The News Tribune newspaper in Washington state reports that local RV dealers say their entire rental fleets are booked for the summer season."People want to take their family camping," John Ramsey, owner of Broadmoor RV & Truck Center, told the newspaper.Contributing to the increase in demand for rentals is the improving economy and relatively stable gas prices.In addition, ...

Deciding which portable kitchen appliances to bring while taking an RV trip can be a challenge. After all, you want to bring items that aren't too big but provide a range of uses in order to maximize space.A tabletop oven may provide a great on-the-go option for RVers who enjoy a home-cooked meal while traveling.This portable halogen oven does the work of many appliances - grilling, broiling, roasting, steaming and frying - all in one. A powerful internal fan circulates hot air to cook food ...

Keeping the exterior of your RV clean can be a time-consuming and labor-intensive endeavor. But it doesn't have to be, especially with Protect All's Quick & Easy Wash.Quick & Easy Wash is a non-abrasive, anti-static, water repellent wash that leaves a super clean, sparkling shine with no streaks, spots or soapy film.It is specially formulated to allow washing without rinsing. To use it, just pre-mix one ounce of the washing solution with a gallon of water. It loosens and lifts ...

For many RVers, a vehicle equipped with one or more slide-outs is the only way to travel. These moving walls help extend the inside space of your RV, often with the push of a button.While some say that they can't imagine RVing without them, others claim that when their slide-outs are open they encounter problems, such as the entire vehicle rocking and swaying.Others worry that repeatedly using their slide-outs will bend the rails they work on, causing damage to the RV.Slide-out stabilizers ...

Whether you're towing a travel trailer with a car, truck or SUV, or pulling a car in back of your RV or motor home, odds are you'll need a supplemental braking system.RV expert Mark Polk writes on the KOA website about differing laws governing whether or not you'll need a supplemental system, "These laws are normally based on the amount of weight being towed. One problem with this is that it might be legal to tow a 2,000-pound trailer with no brakes in the state where you live, but ...

Imagine this - you've driven all day and have finally arrived at your campsite. You get your RV hooked up and ready for your long-awaited vacation stay before firing up your gas grill to make some dinner and enjoy your meal under the stars. You retrieve your pre-marinated steaks and pre-cut vegetables from your refrigerator and head out to cook your meal when you realize you're out of gas. Now, you're forced to come up with another option for dinner.Sound familiar? There's little doubt ...

The image of sitting around a campfire telling stories, roasting marshmallows and cuddling up is one many campers yearn for. However, the reality of building a great campfire is often easier said than done when it comes to finding or buying wood, struggling to light it and keep it burning.The Little Red Portable Campfire is a self-storing propane unit that makes having a campfire easy and safe in almost any outdoor environment.After attaching a propane cylinder, users can enjoy a realistic ...

Excess moisture in your RV, camper or trailer can quickly result in mold, mildew or a musty smell. Owners looking for a convenient and affordable way to keep the moisture at bay may want to try Dri-Z-Air dehumidifier products.Dri-Z-Air is a small, portable unit that is filled with crystals. The crystals absorb the moisture from the air easily, quietly and conveniently. The unit does not have to be emptied until all the crystals have dissolved. The liquid in the bowl will not evaporate, ...

Many campers rely on cell phones to stay in touch with their friends and family while traveling. Some even use cell phones to keep in touch with each other while they're hiking, biking or taking part in other activities on their own, away from the campsite. However, cell phones may be unreliable, especially in secluded areas where service is unavailable.Walkie-talkies, like the Cobra 25-Mile Two-Way Radios, offer a great solution for travelers who want a reliable and inexpensive way to ...

Campers and tailgaters looking for an endless supply of ice without having to worry about filling and emptying ice trays or travelling to the store to buy some may consider Roam's Portable Stainless Steel Ice Maker.The unit makes up to 30 pounds of ice per day, producing a dozen ice cubes every 14 minutes.To use it, simply fill the reservoir with tap, purified or bottled water. A high-efficiency CFC-free compressor is quiet and environmentally friendly and it features a touchpad with ...

The Recreational Vehicle Industry Association's (RVIA) "National Explore America Family" is on the road for their 11th consecutive summer as travel spokespeople for the RV industry, celebrating the Centennial year of this family-friendly industry. Brad and Amy Herzog, along with their two young sons, Luke, 9, and Jesse, 8, began their nationwide tour in early June and will travel to 13 states throughout the summer. So far their stops have included Detroit, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, ...

There's a new, inexpensive option for RVers, campers, tailgaters and other outdoor enthusiasts looking for a portable grill.The EZ Grill comes with everything you need to barbeque on the go. It's a disposable item that comes complete with charcoal. Users just need to light a match to get cooking. The unit provides up to one and a half hours of cooking time.The charcoal that is used with the grill is 100 percent natural and lights easily. It is dipped in high-end mineral oil to give food ...