I’m back with a first look at Bluetti’s new Charger 2 DC-to-DC charger. If you remember, I reviewed their Charger 1 last winter, did a couple of videos on it, and we ran it all summer on the boat with great success. I was able to draw up to 500 watts from the engine alternator ... Read more The post Bluetti Charger 2 DC-DC Power Station Charger Review appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
Today, I noticed my 10-year-old Marinco 30-amp RV power receptacle was getting warm during use, and upon inspection, I saw brown discoloration and some melting around the hot pin, classic signs that it was on the verge of failing, even though power hadn’t cut out yet. (Tip: always feel your cords and use a thermal ... Read more The post Replacing Defective 30 Amp RV Power Plug & Receptacle appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
In this video, I check out the Topdon TC004 Mini thermal imaging camera. It’s a compact, budget-friendly option. I’ve used their Tornado 30000 battery charger before and love it. I have also tested other thermal imagers on the boat to spot hot spots in wiring, monitor the diesel engine, and more. They are super handy ... Read more The post TOPDON Thermal Imaging Camera Demo & Review appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
In this video, I demonstrate my new hydraulic wire crimper. I needed to buy a new crimper because my old one couldn’t crimp the 4/0 lugs needed for a new off-grid power system project I’m working on. I chose one from a company called AMZCNC. It came with a large selection of dies, ranging from ... Read more The post Hydraulic Wire Lug Crimper Demo AMZCNC – Model YQK120 appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
In this video, I check out a cool new BougeRV T1 telescopic camping light. Looks very handy for both RV and boat life! This thing puts out up to 3,000 lumens total from three LED panels. That’s way brighter than a regular 60W household bulb, which is around 800 lumens. It lights up a decent ... Read more The post BougeRV T1 Telescopic Adjustable LED Camping Light Review appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
Liquor for Preppers: Which liquors are best to stockpile for preparedness? During a long-term disaster situation, liquor will be a very valuable resource. From bartering and economic reasons to health and medicinal uses, liquor is one of those items that should be part of any good preparedness stockpile. This Article Liquor for Preppers: Which liquors are best to stockpile for preparedness? is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
Over the years, I’ve had requests to do a video series showing the installation of a typical boondocking system from start to finish. Something a little more basic than the complex systems I usually show. In this first video of a multi-part series, I begin a fresh installation of a Renogy-based off-grid power system for ... Read more The post Renogy Off Grid RV Power System Installation appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
Economic Storm? Deficits, Bankruptcies, and the AI Revolution That Could Change Everything Record debt. Rising bankruptcies. A stock market detached from reality. Now add AI that can replace entire teams overnight. Add to that deficits near $2T yearly—the storm is here. Prepare before it hits hard. This Article Economic Storm? Deficits, Bankruptcies, and the AI Revolution That Could Change Everything is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
Today Im checking out this handy KAIWEETS articulating borescope camera, great for peeking into tight spots on the RV or boat. Its got a 5-inch screen, a 5+ foot flexible cable with a camera tip you can bend and twist using the big red dial (it folds right back on itself for 360 views), bright ... Read more The post Cool Tool for the RV/Boat – Articulating Borescope Camera appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
Tarp Shelters: The Best Lightweight Option for Backpacking, Hiking & Wilderness Survival A good tarp is both lighter and cheaper than the even the lightest of tents and has a number of advantages that make it much more attractive to light backpackers. [...] This Article Tarp Shelters: The Best Lightweight Option for Backpacking, Hiking & Wilderness Survival is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
In this video, I troubleshoot and repair a faulty oil-filled space heater. The power light was on, but no heating was taking place. Turns out a thermostat switch (125V 16A 90C) had arced internally and was no longer functioning. The repair was an easy switch replacement requiring minimal tools. I like this little heater because ... Read more The post Oil Filled Space Heater Repair – Faulty Thermostat Switch appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
In this video, I take a look at an interesting thermal imaging gadget from GOYOJO. The G210 thermal monocular detects different levels of heat and displays them as a visual image on an internal screen or phone app screen. A photograph or video recording can be taken and stored on 16GB of internal memory. There ... Read more The post GOGOJO Thermal Monocular Imager Demos & Review appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
In this video, I take a look at and demo a 450W folding portable solar panel from ZOUPW. The panel is very similar in design to the Renogy 400W I’ve been using for the last couple of years. In my mid-January test, it delivered up to 360 watts to my Bluetti Elite 100 power station, ... Read more The post 450W Folding Portable Solar Panel Review – ZOUPW appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
Took advantage of a gorgeous mid-January day, sunny, dry, and not too chilly, to finally replace the cracked shower skylight on the RV roof. The old one developed a large crack (probably from a tree branch), and the plastic started to craze badly. Wasnt thrilled with that dark-tinted model anyway. This new white one feels ... Read more The post Replacing a Damaged RV Shower Skylight appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
SHOT Show 2026 – Latest Gear, Where to Go in Vegas & the Best Networking Events of the Year The ultimate guide to SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas: massive exhibitors, cutting-edge firearms & survival gear, plus our exclusive party list for networking events, after-parties, and must-attend meetups during SHOT Week. [...] This Article SHOT Show 2026 – Latest Gear, Where to Go in Vegas & the Best Networking Events of the Year is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
In this video, I tested BougeRVs new DC-to-DC alternator charger (model DC600) for charging portable power stations from your vehicles battery. They call it a charger, but in reality, it’s a voltage converter that steps up 12 or 24 volts from your vehicle’s alternator/battery system to 15-60 volts for the power stations DC input. The ... Read more The post BougeRV 600W DC-DC Alternator to Power Station Charger Review appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
Offline Knowledge Hubs: Building Your Own Digital Survival Library Power out. Internet gone. AI-generated noise everywhere. This guide shows how to build an offline survival library you can actually use. [...] This Article Offline Knowledge Hubs: Building Your Own Digital Survival Library is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
I’m back with a first look at Bluetti’s new Charger 2 DC-to-DC charger. If you remember, I reviewed their Charger 1 last winter, did a couple of videos on it, and we ran it all summer on the boat with great success. I was able to draw up to 500 watts from the engine alternator ... Read more The post Bluetti Charger 2 DC-DC Power Station Charger Review appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
America’s Debt Crisis: The Debt Bomb Is Ticking Louder Than Ever The U.S. national debt just hit $38.5 trillion and interest payments alone top $1 trillion a year. Households are drowning in record debt, delinquencies are spiking, and the system is cracking. Is a full-blown economic collapse coming? [...] This Article America’s Debt Crisis: The Debt Bomb Is Ticking Louder Than Ever is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
Wake Up, America: The Debt Bomb Is Ticking Louder Than Ever The U.S. national debt just hit $38.5 trillion and interest payments alone top $1 trillion a year. Households are drowning in record debt, delinquencies are spiking, and the system is cracking. Is a full-blown economic collapse coming? [...] This Article Wake Up, America: The Debt Bomb Is Ticking Louder Than Ever is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
Today I’m checking out the OXS S3 soundbar. Figured it’d be perfect for our RV’s 43-inch TV with those puny built-in speakers, a significant upgrade for movies and shows. Fair Disclosure: Product was sent to me as a free review sample Unboxed: remote with Bluetooth, volume/mute, and EQ presets (movie, music, news), plus cables for ... Read more The post TV Sound Upgrade – OXS Sound Bar Features & Demo appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
Cold War Survival Films: What Americans Were Taught to Do When the Bomb Dropped Long before YouTube explainers and emergency alert apps, Americans were taught how to survive nuclear war through government-produced films. [...] This Article Cold War Survival Films: What Americans Were Taught to Do When the Bomb Dropped is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
SHOT Show 2026 Party List: Networking Events, Parties, and Meetups at SHOT Your go-to list for SHOT Show 2025 after-hours action in Las Vegas. From Industry Day at the Range and free concerts to exclusive parties, marketer meetups, BBQs, and nightly hangouts—we’ve got the real rundown on networking events, mixers, and the spots where deals actually get made. [...] This Article SHOT Show 2026 Party List: Networking Events, Parties, and Meetups at SHOT is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
Happy New Year! In this video, a look back at my favorite photo shots of 2025. It was another fantastic year of RVing and boating adventures, and I am looking forward to more in 2026. Cheer! Ray LYRV&B Monthly Newsletter LYRB&B Travel Blog Archive The post Favorite RV/Boating Photos from Each Month of 2025 appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
Various landscape and wildlife footage from an enjoyable Christmas Day 2025 walk on beautiful Vancouver Island. We left our winter home in Thunderbird RV Park on the Tyee Spit in Campbell River and travelled about a 1/2 hour down the coast. First stop, Miracle Beach Provincial Park, followed by Oyster Bay Shoreline Park. It was ... Read more The post Footage from our Christmas Day Walk 2025 – Vancouver Island appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
I’m back at it, testing another winter RVing product (or for boating). This one is a heater from the folks at Xtreme Heaters, built just right to tuck in RV storage bays or underbellies to fend off freezes. The heater is recommended by and pairs perfectly with the EZ Snap winter skirting on the Keystone Cougar fifth wheel ... Read more The post Xtreme Heater Demo – Winter Freeze Protection for Boats & RVs appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
In this video, I review the latest offering from Bluetti, the Elite 100 V2 portable power station, a new power station set to release on July 1, 2025. Ive been testing a free review sample on my boat this summer, using it as a central charging hub for our camera batteries, phones, and laptops. This ... Read more The post Bluetti Elite 100 V2 Portable Power Station Review – Big Power in Small Package! appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
I’m back with another diesel heater to test. This one’s an interesting new offering from Sunster. I’ve been running a BougeRV brand heater under the rig to heat the area and keep the plumbing from freezing. But I jumped on this for its unique features you don’t see much: automatic start/stop to hold steady temps ... Read more The post Sunster Diesel Heater with Auto Temp Control + CO Detector appeared first on Love Your RV!. ...Read More
DIY Homesteader’s Blackberry Crumble Easy blackberry crumble made with basic pantry ingredients. A practical recipe that works on or off the grid. [...] This Article DIY Homesteader’s Blackberry Crumble is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
Yaesu FT-65 Review: Dual Band 2 Meter/70CM Ham Radio A look at the preparedness uses for The Yaesu FT-65R -- a small, handheld, Dual Band Ham radio that covers the 2 Meters (144 MHz to 148 MHz) and 70CM (430 – 450 MHz) radio bands. This Article Yaesu FT-65 Review: Dual Band 2 Meter/70CM Ham Radio is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
The Day the Internet Broke: Proof We’re One Glitch Away from Chaos Amazon’s latest AWS outage took down major parts of the internet—banks, airlines, and home security systems included. It’s a wake-up call for a world built on fragile, centralized tech. Here’s what it means for anyone who still trusts the cloud. [...] This Article The Day the Internet Broke: Proof We’re One Glitch Away from Chaos is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
The Truth About Solar Activity: Should You Really Be Worried? NASA and the media are warning about the sun ‘waking up,’ but the truth is solar cycles are nothing new. Learn what the real risks are—from Carrington-level solar storms to grid failures—and why preparedness, not panic, is the key to survival. [...] This Article The Truth About Solar Activity: Should You Really Be Worried? is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
Rise of the Left-Wing Preppers: From Mockery to Total Buy in? Former critics of the prepper lifestyle are now scrambling to catch up—stockpiling supplies and preaching “community resilience.” But prepping isn’t politics. It’s survival. Here’s why the movement they once mocked might be the only thing that saves them. [...] This Article Rise of the Left-Wing Preppers: From Mockery to Total Buy in? is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
How the Collapse Will Happen—And Who Will Starve First Discover how America’s collapse is unfolding—from debt spirals and food shortages to rising unrest. Who will starve first? What comes next? Find out what you need to survive before it’s too late. [...] This Article How the Collapse Will Happen—And Who Will Starve First is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
Why Preppers Should Be Seriously Concerned About a Cashless Society As CBDCs and digital payments rise, your freedom falls. Discover why a cashless society is a nightmare for preppers—and how to stay one step ahead of the digital control grid. [...] This Article Why Preppers Should Be Seriously Concerned About a Cashless Society is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
Your Hiking and Backpacking Adventures Await – Are You Prepared? Whether you are an experienced outdoorsman or a beginning adventurer, proper pre-trip planning is essential to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. A Comprehensive Guide to Planning Your Next Outdoor Adventure [...] This Article Your Hiking and Backpacking Adventures Await – Are You Prepared? is an original article from OFFGRID Survival If it is appearing on any other site but OFFGRID Survival, that site does not have our permission to use our copyrighted content! ...Read More
I grab the calendar hanging on the wall to jot down another appointment. Sure, I’m a little old school using a physical calendar, and even though I do use the calendar on my iPhone, I prefer using the Arizona Highway’s calendar hanging on my office wall. The physical calendar is convenient, and the beautiful photographs […]...Read More
I have always thought of myself as an observant person, but the other day, a discussion with a friend had me questioning just how observant am I? ...Read More
Thousand Trails just announced a NEW camping membership called the Journey that we believe is going to appeal to a lot of RVers. If youre looking for simplicity, flexibility, and affordability, this membership option really hits the sweet spot. Introducing the new Thousand Trails Journey Membership Upgrade a fresh, simplified camping membership option thats affordable, ... Read more The post What is the NEW Thousand Trails Journey Membership? appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
I’m not a huge fan of Halloween or any of the scary stuff that goes along with it. However, I do enjoy this time of year. I’m all about fall colors, apple cider, sweet treats, and crisp autumn air. With that said, I’m not totally adverse to a little eerie or spooky from time to […]...Read More
I love color. Lots of color. The more color, the better, and that can often be reflected in my photography. In my opinion, there’s no such thing as too much color, but every now and then, I find myself drawn to Black & White photography. Perhaps I was in a monochromatic mood while editing these […]...Read More
Ah, October! The month of fall colors, apple picking, pumpkin spice, and all things nice. I grew up in the Midwest and leaf peeping was one of my favorite things to do during this time of year. Leaf peeping is the activity of traveling to see and photograph the changing colors of fall foliage. It […]...Read More
Much like nature, life is a series of seasons, and each season brings its own unique experiences and beauty. September 22, 2024. I am definitely experiencing a new season in life, or sometimes I like to refer to it as a new chapter in life. Regardless of whether I call it a new season or […]...Read More
Planning an RV adventure is one of lifes greatest joysuntil you get buried in logistics. From plotting routes and finding campgrounds to uncovering hidden gems along the way, trip planning can feel like more work than fun. Thats why weve been so excited about AdventureGenie, the AI-powered trip planner designed specifically for RVers. And having ... Read more The post Effortlessly Plan Your RV Trips Using AI and AdventureGenies NEW Features appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
As RV travelers, weve all faced the same frustrations. Finding last-minute campsites, dealing with fully booked campgrounds, and spending valuable time scouring multiple websites for availability. These pain points can take the fun out of our adventures, but fortunately, theres a better way Spot2Nite. This powerful tool is both an app and a website, ... Read more The post Book Campgrounds Easier and Faster with Spot2Nite appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
In 2014, we took a bold leap into full-time RV living, selling our home and hitting the road in a Class A motorhome with our dog Coda. Our journey over the past decade has been nothing short of extraordinary, filled with adventures, challenges, and countless roads traveled. Along the way, we have witnessed monumental changes ... Read more The post 10 Years of RVing: Trends, Changes, and the Road Ahead appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
Have you ever watched a bird soar effortlessly through the sky? Whether it’s a solitary bird soaring above me or a flock of birds flying in formation, the freedom and grace of birds in flight fascinates me. Wings spread wide, they take to flight, Soaring high, a graceful sight. Through the air, they dance and […]...Read More
I love a good road trip. I always feel a sense of adventure, freedom, and excitement venturing down roads less traveled. Whether winding through scenic landscapes or navigating bustling highways, road trips offer more than just a change of scenery, they are about self-discovery and creating memories. “The world is a book, and those who […]...Read More
If youre like us, you love maximizing every moment of your RV adventures. Whether its taking scenic drives, hitting off-road trails, exploring local attractions, or trying regional cuisines, its all about making unforgettable memories on our RV travels. And one of our favorite ways to have FUN is by driving exciting vehicles and immersing ourselves ... Read more The post Rev Up Your RV Life: Why Renting a Polaris is the Ultimate Travel Hack appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
Landscape photography is more than just pixels, in my humble opinion. It’s about capturing the beauty unfolding in front of me. Capturing the awe. Capturing the feeling. Capturing a moment in time. I’m not always successful at my quest, but even if those sights and moments don’t resonate in the photograph exactly as hoped, the […]...Read More
Tired of shouting over a noisy RV air conditioner that struggles to keep your rig cool? We were too, until we discovered a simple mod that made our RV AC units so much quieter and way more efficient. The best part? You can do this mod yourself, and it cost around thirty bucks in parts! In this ... Read more The post Make this RV Air Conditioner Mod That Works Quieter AND Cooler! appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
My morning walks in the park are more than exercise, it’s my way of communing with nature. Each step is deliberate and purposeful. I take in the sights and sounds. This is my church. The sun begins to rise, casting a warm glow upon the freshly watered grass. I’m not alone. I never am. Even […]...Read More
Despite best intentions, the cost of an RV road trip can often break the budget. And our latest journey from Tucson to Texas for the total solar eclipse was no exception. Spoiler Alert: this spring RV trip ended up costing us THREE times more than our recent winter adventure. But, it was also worth it! ... Read more The post Why Our Latest RV Road Trip Cost 3x More (and Was Worth It) appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
If saving money is important to you, and you want to spend less on camping fees, youre in luck! The Thousand Trails 55th Anniversary Sale is underway and YOU get the gifts, with big discounts! We share the latest special offers,55th anniversary celebrations, and how you can be a part of it and SAVE! If ... Read more The post Thousand Trails 55th Anniversary: Get the Best Deals to Save on Camping appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
As RV snowbirds, we like to head south for the winter. Here, we share the road trip stats and costs of our recent Arizona winter trip, and compare it to our California and Florida winter RV road trips. Where did we stay? How many miles did we drive? What did we spend on our fuel? ... Read more The post How Much? Arizona Winter RV Road Trip Stats and Comparison appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
Hitting the road in our RV has led us to some incredible sights and experiences, but topping that list? Witnessing our first total solar eclipse in 2017. Now, were gearing up for the next big show: the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. It’s a big deal because after this, were not getting another ... Read more The post Solar Eclipse of April 8 2024 Path: Why and Where You Should Go! appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
You’ve been waiting patiently and here it is! The reveal of our new to us Tandara fifth wheel. In this blog post, well take you on a tour of our latest home on wheels, sharing the impressive specs, features, and what we love most about the cozy floorplan of our new RV. If you’re shopping, ... Read more The post Our New Tandara Fifth Wheel Reveal: Hitting the Road in Style appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More
If you like to RV in Arizona in the winter AND you love to save money on camping, this article is for you. Arizona is a great state for staying at Thousand Trails RV resort locations if you have the right camping membership. Especially if you are age 55 or older, as you can access ... Read more The post All About Thousand Trails in Arizona: 22 RV Parks appeared first on RV Love. ...Read More