Talking Safely on the Road
July 13, 2011
Talking on the phone while driving has become an institution on our highways, and doing so while trying to negotiate a high-profile motorhome presents a whole new set of safety issues. Many states have outlawed talking directly into a cellphone while driving, and for good reason: Most drivers can’t... Read more »
Hands On: Mobile Movie Server
June 17, 2011
Entertainment systems in motorhomes are becoming as common as kitchens. Lightweight, energy-efficient electronics make it possible to have audio and visual components that rival any stationary home. If you’re a movie buff, storing stacks of DVDs is as important as the daily staples. Fusion Research’s... Read more »
OtterBox Defender Series Case for iPhone
May 5, 2011
A few months ago I got my very first smartphone. Since I’m clumsy and have broken five cell phones in as many years, I opted for the bargain-priced iPhone 3GS. Right away I knew I’d need a serious protective case for the thin glass screen. Enter the iPhone 3G/3GS Defender Series Case from OtterBox.... Read more »
A No-Fret Solution to Taking Your Guitar on the Road
April 6, 2011
Guitars have always found a place alongside the campfire. No matter if strummed by a lonely cowboy to calm restless dogies during a cattle drive across the plains, or picked by a modern-day RVer leading a pack of two-legged young’uns in song under a crisp, starry sky. Yup, the guitar has earned a traditional... Read more »
Portable Solar Power
April 3, 2011
Battery charging is part of the regular routine for motorhome owners, especially those who frequent areas without hookups. While running a generator will certainly get the job done, and more efficiently with a multistage charger onboard, many owners prefer a more green — and quiet — approach to charging... Read more »
Hands On Relief Mart Mattress
February 1, 2011
Since we spend about a third of our lives in bed, it’s pretty important to make sure we’re sleeping on a good mattress. All too often the factory-installed mattress in our motorhome interferes with a good night’s sleep. Even though we covered our stock mattress with a foam topper, we still woke... Read more »
Hands-On: Simple Satellite Setup with a Delsand PDQ
January 20, 2011
Setting up a satellite dish antenna that needs to be manually positioned can be challenging at best. The process becomes more complicated when adding an HD DVR to the system. Setup can be even more frustrating when dealing with uneven ground and, of course, that nemesis of the satellite user, trees.... Read more »
rEvolve Camping Chair
December 15, 2010
Be the envy of other campers with the new rEvolve collapsible outdoor chair. Perfect for tailgating or just for sitting outside the RV on a lazy afternoon, the rEvolve chair, unlike other collapsible outdoor chairs, can swivel 360 degrees using a unique swivel base that moves independently of the chair... Read more »
Smoky the Grill: Aussie Smoker
December 1, 2010
Have you ever caught a scent of something wafting over from a neighbor’s barbecue that smelled just a little more smoky and appetizing than usual? It may have originated from a smoker, a special type of outdoor grill that smokes the food for a long period of time and produces great flavor, but usually... Read more »
Hands-On: Ionic Clean
December 1, 2010
Washing your motorhome takes a lot of physical energy, especially if you have to contend with hard water. Unless you can find a place where the sun doesn’t dry the surface before you get a chance to wipe it down, spotting can be an endless battle. That’s why professional detailers bring their own... Read more »
