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10 Questions Kids Ask on RV and Camping Trips episode 207
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You know you've heard these questions! You likely asked them when you were a kid! So, what are our 10 most common questions kids ask on RV and camping trips? What are our responses? You'll have to listen to find out!By RV Small Talk
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Bumps, bruises, cuts, scrapes, and annoying little splinters. These things just happen, but sometimes surprisingly or embarrassingly. We aren't afraid to share our clumsy humanity! Join us for a fun one!By RV Small Talk
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Can you imagine where you could watch the RV industry as it develops products, changes styles, and integrates new technologies? What if you could look on as manufacturers share their newest innovations with RV dealerships, and ultimately the public? You'd learn the inside lingo, and you'd pick up on what the RV masses are asking for. Chase Rhode gr…
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Escape with Confidence MDC USA part 2 | episode 204
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How does MDC USA manage quality control of their products to deliver a top-notch owner experience to the US market? Vaughn Hindley, founder of MDC Trailers, sits down with the RV Small Talk Podcast to discuss how MDC USA keeps an eye on the quality of engineering, manufacturing, and features in their capable and comfortable off-road camping trailer…
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It can be HOT across so much of North America during the summer months, but we don't want you to stop adventuring! So, what are Lindsay and Clint going to do about it? Well, how about some ideas, tips, and perspectives to keep the motivation up and the adventures alive?By RV Small Talk
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Explore the US "Outback" with MDC-USA episode 202
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The Australian geography requires even average Australian RVs to be capable of activities most US RV owners never approach. That makes campers like MDC-USA trailers more nimble and rugged than most US models of the same dimensions and amenities. Imagine regularly facing expanses where 300 miles separate the locations for food, water, and fuel. MDC …
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It's Okay to Change Your Camper! episode 201
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Life and seasons change! If your camper no longer works for you, there's no shame in finding the one that fits, whether it be size or amenities. We have special guests Felicia and Tim, who are friends and customers of Princess Craft RV, to talk about their RV journey and the camper seasons they've navigated!…
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Simplified RVing or Bring It All?! episode 200
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If camping was supposed to be simple, and we're supposed to reset from all the hustle and bustle... what's going on with all the gadgets, gear, and trinkets we've amassed for travel? Is it all running away with us? Are we able to get the rest we are chasing?By RV Small Talk
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RE-Cast! Stick-n-Tin vs Aluminum & Fiberglass RVs | episode 199
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One of our best episodes is about the ways RVs are constructed. If you're in the market for a trailer, it is great to know how they're put together and what you can expect from an owner's experience. We'll tell you!By RV Small Talk
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A Better Backup Camera for Your RV with Brand Motion | episode 198
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A grainy image and useless footage when you need clarity the most are the biggest complaints for rearview and backup camera owners. Brand Motion is upping the equipment game for RV owners, so you get the images and features that make life easier and safer. Let's talk about what Brand Motion Cameras are doing!…
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Trailers Under 3,500 Pounds with Bathrooms episode 197
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You know what your tow capacity is and you know you want a bathroom in your trailer. Are there any quality options out there for you? Are they worthy of your hard-earned dollar? Will you, your loved ones, and your stuff fit? Let's look at camping trailers under 3,500 lbs. that include bathroom facilities!…
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RV Batteries & RV Solar with Renogy Experst episode 196
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As RV battery and RV solar technology continue to develop, it's always good to get experts in the studio to help us, as normal users, grasp the ins and outs of the gadgets and gizmos we're putting in our RVs. So, we have product and implementation gurus from Renogy joining us this week for a good discussion on the tech and the products that are cur…
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28 years ago, PJ and Richard purchased a small local RV manufacturing business named Princess Craft. Since that time, the business has thrived and expanded, and family has always been in the mix. Today, PJ talks with Lindsay and Sue Ann about what it's like to work together at Princess Craft as a family and as co-workers.…
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Overlanding is Just Another Way to Enjoy the Journey | episode 194
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The urge to get out there and explore the world is common to many of us, but it's always worthwhile to expand our thoughts on how we travel to break out of a rut... or to get into one. We brought in Chris Devereaux, an integral part of the Texas Overland community, to talk about this way, or lifestyle, that so many people have gravitated to. The id…
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Campers Without Bathrooms... Would You Rather? episode 193
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Interested in a camper that doesn't have a bathroom? It's usually a clear yes or no when considering an RV purchase. People quickly, almost without thinking, give a clear response to the question, "are you looking for something with a bathroom? But, there are lots of options out there that are sold every year with the "feature" of being designed wi…
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100% Electric RVs and What You Need To Know | episode 192
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Fully electric RVs are already on the scene, and we're all for the developing technologies that make it possible. But, you don't simply camp and travel the same way with an all-electric rig as you have been with standard electric and propane equipment that we're all used to. This week, we explore how you have to know and think about things just a b…
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RV shoppers are on the hunt for the best deal more than ever in 2024. They won't be deterred from finding a camper that will work for them, but they will search and apply pressure for the very best deal they can get on a model that fits their needs. So, where are the value deals? Are the best prospects in the new or used RV markets?…
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Today's RV World and Our Hopes | episode 190
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In his episode, PJ and Clint discuss the current RV industry landscape in the first half of 2024. Also, they discuss the directions they think and hope manufacturers will go with product development.By RV Small Talk
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Demystifying Truck Campers | Episode 189
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To many in the RVing world, Truck Campers are the most confounding segment of the RV market. The questions are many, and all too often dismissive answers like "you wouldn't understand" or "you either get it or you don't" are where conversations leave off. That doesn't have to be the case! Let's pull the veil back and get a clear view of what makes …
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Best Places to Camp in Texas! episode 188
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If you're looking to dip your toes into the Texas camping scene, and maybe start a life-long love for all of Texas's scenic varieties, we have an episode for you! We're going to give you a fantastic list of parks to help you see a wide range of what Texas has to offer.By RV Small Talk
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Let the Stars Guide Your Travel Plans | ep 187
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Adventurers and travelers have been looking to the stars for a very long time to guide their travels. We've gotten away from astral navigation in modern times, but the sky still provides so many reasons to go here, there, and everywhere. In this episode, PJ, Lindsay, and Clint explore different types of celestial events that are worth traveling to …
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The Most Stunning Trailer You Can Rent | episode 186 with RVDillo
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Meet a need, even if it's one people didn't know they had... and meet that need in a great location, location, location! That seems to be the recipe for the RVdillo, a growing destination trailer rental business in one of the sweetest spots in Central Texas. PJ and Lindsay from the RV Small Talk Podcast wanted to know more about the RVdillo team an…
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Behind the Scenes of an RV Show | episode 185
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RV Shows are super exciting, but boy, can they take a lot of planning and energy to pull off! In this episode, PJ and Lindsay interview Jennifer and Leslie, who together make sure the Austin RV Expo happens every year, and they give us some stories and insight into what it takes to make a great RV show happen!…
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Designing the Next Great RV with inTech RV - episode 184
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How does an innovative RV manufacturer continue to bring fresh products to the market? What inspires new directions, designs, and feature sets? Well, we tapped Keith at inTech RV for a conversation about just that!By RV Small Talk
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Spring Activities for RV Enthusiasts - episode 183
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What's going to add that perfect amount of flavor and motivation to your springtime RV trips? Do you need a boost? Do you need to heighten the plans a little? We have some activities in mind, and we've included the healthy reasons why we should give all of these ideas a try!By RV Small Talk
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