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Diesel prices are surging again, and the government’s latest forecast suggests the pain at the pump could continue well into 2027. Plus, THOR Industries is making one of the biggest changes to the way it operates its RV companies in decades, while several manufacturers are making big moves in the high-end fifth-wheel market. We also take a closer look at the new Brinkley Model R, including its massive independent suspension and the decision to move the air conditioners off the roof. Plus, Ford has recalled more than 223,000 F-150s, Roadmaster has an important Nighthawk tow bar recall, and Wyoming is preparing a new certification requirement for RVs and trailers traveling over Teton Pass. Let us know what you think about this week’s stories in the comments! 🚽 LIQUIFIED RV TOILET TREATMENT Liquified is made by RVers for RVers and helps break down waste and toilet paper, fight odors, prevent clogs, and keep tank sensors cleaner. Save 20% at: https://liquifiedrv.com Use code: RVMILES IMPORTANT LINKS: ⚠️ Roadmaster Nighthawk Tow Bar Recall: https://www.roadmasterinc.com/content/nw/nighthawk-recall.html?lnk=nighthawk&src=rminc&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Sun+Sep+06+2026&utm_campaign=+Roadmaster+Recall+The+Best+Places+to+Find+RV+Parts+Replacement+RV+Decals ▶️ Josh the RV Nerd’s full tour of the Brinkley Model R: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44dRR9ZzyvI&t=1s ▶️ The RV Hunter’s full walkthrough of Boundless Recreation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pAwdADKet4&t=3s THIS WEEK: ⛽ DIESEL PRICES: Diesel has climbed to an average of $6.23 a gallon nationwide, and the latest Energy Information Administration forecast suggests elevated diesel prices could stick around well into 2027. 🏭 THOR RESTRUCTURES AGAIN: THOR Industries is consolidating its North American RV operations under one leadership structure, moving even further away from the decentralized model that has defined the company for decades. 🛠️ BOUNDLESS RECREATION: We have new details about the Boundless Ryde Foundation, including an E-coated chassis, CURT Touring Coil Suspension, hydraulic disc brakes, Michelin tires and a five-year chassis warranty. 🚐 BRINKLEY MODEL R: Brinkley’s new Model R 3710 rides on two massive 10,000-pound MORryde independent suspension units instead of a triple-axle setup. It also eliminates rooftop air conditioners, allowing Brinkley to raise the roof of the RV while keeping the overall height around 13 feet 4 inches. Axiom has already taken a similar approach, and we have some thoughts about the continuing trend toward increasingly enormous fifth wheels. ✨ ALLIANCE AURUM: Alliance RV has finally given a name to its upcoming ground-up luxury fifth-wheel project. The Aurum is scheduled to make its debut in October. ⚠️ F-150 RECALL: Ford is recalling more than 223,000 F-150s because a fuel tank strap may not be properly secured, potentially allowing the tank to leak or even detach. ⚠️ NIGHTHAWK TOW BAR RECALL: Roadmaster has issued a safety recall involving certain Nighthawk tow bars with serial numbers 15000 through 20843. If you own one, check the recall information linked above before towing. 🏔️ TETON PASS: Wyoming is developing a new WY22 Safe Pass program that will require people driving RVs or towing trailers over Teton Pass to complete an annual online self-certification program. CONNECT WITH RV MILES: RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmiles Shop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmiles RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 This Week in RV News 01:20 Diesel Prices Keep Climbing 04:20 THOR Industries Restructures Again 07:31 Boundless Recreation & the Ryde Foundation 10:37 Brinkley Model R: Huge Axles & No Rooftop A/C 12:39 Alliance Reveals the Aurum 13:44 Ford F-150 Fuel Tank Recall 14:33 Roadmaster Nighthawk Tow Bar Recall 16:01 New RV Requirements for Teton Pass #RVMiles #RVNews #RVLife #RVLiving #Camping #FifthWheel #BrinkleyRV #THORIndustries

Thanks to AG1 for sponsoring this video! Head to https://ag1.yt.link/5vFDx0N to save an extra 20% on your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen, AG1 Pro, or AG1 Essentials with code BACK2ROUTINE, for a limited time. Kansas City might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think about RV destinations—but it should be. This week, we’re taking you to one of our favorite cities in the country and sharing how to visit Kansas City by RV. Abby grew up in KC, we’ve spent a lot of time there over the years, and we’re covering some of our favorite places to camp, eat, explore, and experience the city. We start with one of our favorite RV camping options near Kansas City, then head into Independence for Harry S. Truman history before exploring Union Station, Crown Center, the National WWI Museum and Memorial, Country Club Plaza, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Swope Park, the Kansas City Zoo, the West Bottoms, and more. And of course, you can’t talk about Kansas City without talking about barbecue. We share two very different KC barbecue recommendations—from the old-school institution Arthur Bryant’s to the more modern Q39—plus one of our favorite spots for live Kansas City jazz. Then, in this week’s black tank and fresh tank, Jason has some thoughts about just how BIG fifth wheels are becoming after getting a look at the new Brinkley Model R—and one design choice he thinks other RV manufacturers should be paying attention to. @JoshtheRVNerd 's tour of the @BrinkleyRV Model R: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44dRR9ZzyvI Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/424 Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Curated, not regurgitated. Sign up for the RV Miles Newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ HOMECOMING tickets - only a few left: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ and get 20% off with code RVMILES Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726 – Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE 00:00 Welcome to RV Miles Episode 424 01:00 Closing night of Come From Away 02:00 Last call for RV Miles Homecoming 04:00 Why RVers should visit Kansas City 06:00 Kansas City and westward expansion 07:00 Harry S. Truman and Kansas City history 09:00 Jazz, museums, food and KC culture 12:00 Where to camp in Kansas City 14:00 Harry S. Truman National Historic Site & Independence 15:00 Union Station and Crown Center 18:00 Science City and museum reciprocity 19:00 National WWI Museum and Memorial 20:00 Country Club Plaza 21:00 Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 23:00 Kansas City’s free streetcar 24:00 Swope Park and the Kansas City Zoo 26:00 West Bottoms and First Fridays 27:00 Kansas City’s changing downtown 29:00 Kansas City barbecue: Arthur Bryant’s 31:00 Modern KC barbecue at Q39 32:00 Live jazz at the Green Lady Lounge 33:00 Black Tank & Fresh Tank 34:00 Are fifth wheels getting too big? 36:00 What Brinkley got right with the Model R 37:00 Abby’s Fresh Tank 38:00 See you next week

Diesel prices have officially hit an all-time record in the U.S., with the national average reaching about $5.90 per gallon — and RVers could be dealing with elevated diesel prices well into fall and winter. In this week’s RV and camping news, we break down what’s driving the global diesel crunch, why diesel is so much more expensive than gasoline right now, and what it could mean for your upcoming RV travel budget. Plus, we’re getting our first real look at Boundless Recreation’s new fifth wheel, DRV Mobile Suites is returning under the Jayco Family of Companies, and several completely new RV lines are preparing to debut for the 2027 model year. Also this week: • California’s planned ban on disposable one-pound propane cylinders has been blocked by the U.S. Department of Transportation • A man connected to Carson Pass RV now faces more than 50 felony grand theft charges in an alleged $2.1 million RV fraud scheme • ATC is launching its first non-toy-hauler fifth wheel • Axiom RV is expanding with a new luxury fifth-wheel line • Coachmen has new and returning motorhome products coming for 2027 • Valterra introduces a redesigned portable RV waste tote tank Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers @Thatrvtech 's Boundless Recreation video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBHauAgnuFQ&t=466s ****************************** Connect with RV Miles: RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmiles Shop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmiles RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers 00:00 Intro 01:52 Why Diesel Stays Expensive 04:28 Trip Planning Fuel Costs 06:25 Sponsor eTrailer Break 07:12 Boundless Prototype First Look 09:01 DRV Mobile Suites Returns 10:14 New 2027 RV Lines Teased 12:52 Support RV Miles 13:30 Propane Bottle Ban Blocked 16:00 Dealership Fraud Charges 17:32 Valterra Tote Tank Upgrade 19:18 Wrap Up and Subscribe

The Hershey RV Show is looking a LOT more interesting this year. After several years when the show felt heavier on closeouts than big reveals, manufacturers are bringing a surprising number of new RVs and major debuts—including the Forest River Teleos, Tiffin Cornerstone, Brinkley Model R, Winnebago motorhomes, and plenty more. We break down what’s coming to Hershey, why manufacturers may finally be showing more of their newest products there, and why this year's show could change how we cover RV show season in the future. Then Brooks Smothers joins us for the return of the See America podcast! The entire new season is available now, featuring the fascinating stories behind destinations and road trips across the country. We preview the Alaska Highway, the massive and mysterious “City” art installation hidden in the Nevada desert, the Spruce Goose, Route 66 as it celebrates its 100th anniversary, and more. Plus, we share what’s next for RV Miles Road Tested—including Bowlus, Pebble and Pinnacles National Park—Jason has some takeaways from Overland Expo Mountain West, and later in the show we dig into the painful rise in diesel prices and what it could mean for RV travel. Find SEE AMERICA here: https://seeamerica.podbean.com/ Or on any podcast app! Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/423 Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Curated, not regurgitated. Sign up for the RV Miles Newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ HOMECOMING tickets - only a few left: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Get a free quote on an extended RV warranty at https://wholesalewarranties.com *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ and get 20% off with code RVMILES Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726 – Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE 00:00 Welcome to RV Miles 423 06:00 What’s Different About the Hershey RV Show This Year? 28:00 Brooks Smothers + See America Returns 30:00 The Alaska Highway 34:00 The Mysterious “City” in the Nevada Desert 40:00 Route 66 Turns 100 44:00 RV Out West 48:00 Black Tank: Record-High Diesel Prices 59:00 Fresh Tank: What Jason Learned at Overland Expo 1:04:00 Abby’s Fresh Tank: Widow’s Bay 1:07:00 RV Miles Homecoming + Wrap-Up

Jason Lippert is back in the RV business just three months after retiring from LCI Industries — this time as CEO of Fun Town RV. We also look at Camping World’s SEC filings, which show the company has been consolidating stores and reducing its workforce after years of aggressive expansion and dealership acquisitions. Plus: Alliance RV teases an ultra-luxury fifth wheel, the new Delta X toy hauler, and its first Alliance-branded motorhome; the National RV Training Academy gets a new owner; flash flooding impacts Zion National Park; Kansas raises state park camping fees; and Hipcamp names its best campsites of 2026. It’s a packed week of RV and camping news. #RVNews #RVMiles #CampingWorld #Lippert #AllianceRV #RVIndustry #CampingNews Get a free quote for an RV extended warranty at https://wholesalewarranties.com *Support RV Miles and the weekly news videos: https://RVMiles.com/milemarkers *Get the latest news, National Park updates, happenings around RV Miles, and more when you sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://RVMiles.com/mailinglist *It's our only in-person event this year! Join us at HOMECOMING October 7 - 11 in Amana, IA. Seminars, a Rig Crawl, Trivia, Giveaways, Nightly catered meals, time to explore historic Amana, and so much more! https://RVMiles.com/HOMECOMING 00:00 Headlines And Tease 00:45 Jason Lippert Joins Fun Town 04:13 Camping World Shrinks Stores 07:15 Wholesale Warranties Sponsor 08:09 NRVTA Training Academy Sold 09:19 Alliance Open House Preview 12:05 Homecoming Rally Invite 13:01 Zion Flooding Update 14:00 Kansas State Park Fee Hike 15:16 Hipcamp Awards For 2026 17:03 Wrap Up And Membership

Get 30% off at rvmattress.com/rvmiles with code RVMILES at checkout! A deadly flash flood has devastated parts of Grand Canyon National Park, leaving two people dead, others still unaccounted for, destroying trails and bridges, and severely damaging the Transcanyon Waterline — forcing major water restrictions and lodging closures on the South Rim. In this week’s national park and public lands news roundup, we break down what happened at the Grand Canyon and what visitors need to know right now. We’re also covering: • A major Trump administration proposal that would make it easier for the National Park Service to expand bicycle and e-bike access • New reporting from Anna Kramer at NOTUS on a proposed Yosemite land deal that could give a private developer direct access through the park • Wolf activity forcing new tent-camping restrictions at Isle Royale National Park • Kansas State Parks raising camping and vehicle fees — and eliminating its annual camping pass We’ll separate the headlines from what the actual rules and proposals say, explain what’s changing, and tell you what matters if you’re planning a national park or camping trip. #NationalParks #GrandCanyon #Yosemite #RVMiles #CampingNews #PublicLands Tickets for HOMECOMING are on sale! Learn more at: https://RVMiles.com/homecoming ****************************** Connect with RV Miles: RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmiles Shop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmiles RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers 00:00 Headlines 00:54 Grand Canyon Flood Disaster 06:17 Sponsor Message 07:08 E-Bike Rules Overhaul 13:59 Yosemite Private Road Push 17:13 Isle Royale Wolf Restrictions 18:47 Kansas State Park Fee Hikes 20:04 Support And Sign Off

This week in national parks and public lands news: • What’s actually happening with the proposed border security project at Big Bend • A second barrier going up at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument • 11 hikers rescued after flash flooding at Bryce Canyon • The search for a missing 71-year-old hiker at Canyonlands • New National Park Service rules for electric scooters, hoverboards, Segways, and other micromobility devices • A historic Sierra National Forest cabin reopens • Vandals cause extensive damage at several Oregon state parks • The National Park Service celebrates its 110th birthday • A new NPS partnership with Google Arts & Culture brings virtual national park tours online Get 20% off Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com with code RVMILES Tickets for HOMECOMING are on sale! Learn more at: https://RVMiles.com/homecoming ****************************** Connect with RV Miles: RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmiles Shop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmiles RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers 00:00 Intro 00:28 Sponsor Message 01:16 NP News Format Returns 05:11 Big Bend Border Review 09:34 Organ Pipe Second Wall 10:34 Bryce Canyon Flood Rescue 11:43 Canyonlands Missing Hiker 13:06 New E-Scooter Rules 14:54 Oregon Parks Vandalism 15:45 NPS Turns 110 17:45 Wrap Up and Thanks

In this episode, we dig into two big questions RVers love to debate: should you really be using a diesel fuel additive, and where should RVers be allowed to park overnight? First, we talk about a public library in Maine that found itself unexpectedly listed as an overnight camping spot on iOverlander. That leads us into a bigger conversation about free overnight parking, responsible boondocking, the “freeloader” label, and whether more towns should be creating low-cost or free spaces for RV travelers instead of simply putting up “No Camping” signs. Then, we’re joined by fuel chemist Jessica Crabtree from Power Service to break down what diesel additives actually do. We talk cetane, lubricity, CP4 fuel pump failures, cold-weather gelling, biodiesel, water and microbial growth, injector deposits, and why the diesel coming out of the pump may not always be ideal for modern engines. Plus, we talk about Winnebago’s latest production cuts, a new RV tailgating experience at Soldier Field, the increasingly frustrating state of package delivery, and a whole lot more. *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/422 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers *Curated, not regurgitated. Sign up for the RV Miles Newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ *HOMECOMING tickets are on sale: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Get 30% off your next mattress from Brooklyn Bedding at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles with code RVMILES *Get a free quote on an extended RV warranty at https://wholesalewarranties.com *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ and get 20% off with code RVMILES Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE 00:00 Sponsors 01:16 Episode Preview 01:42 Welcome Back Updates 03:28 Library Parking Debate 18:24 Sponsor Break 19:51 Diesel Additives Interview 37:51 Tank Check 38:16 Winnebago Plant Closures 41:57 Soldier Field Tailgate RVs 45:53 Shipping Delivery Frustrations 53:43 Listener Survey Thanks 56:19 Episode Wrap

The future of gas-powered Class A motorhomes just got a whole lot clearer — and the company stepping in to save the segment probably isn’t one you would have guessed. Plus, while the RV industry continues to struggle overall, one manufacturer just posted its three best sales months ever, used RV values are actually up double digits, and campground owners are fighting back over the credit card fees you pay every time you book a campsite. And Hershey is less than a month away, where we’re expecting a radically different new travel trailer from Forest River — and it looks like the show may have accidentally revealed a brand-new Brinkley fifth wheel before Brinkley did. All that and more in this week’s RV Miles news. Get 20% off Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com with code RVMILES Tickets for HOMECOMING are on sale! Learn more at: https://RVMiles.com/homecoming ****************************** Connect with RV Miles: RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmiles Shop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmiles RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers 00:00 Headlines Preview 00:48 Gas Class A Chassis Saved 03:45 Sponsor Message 04:40 Campground Card Fee Fight 08:34 Homecoming Rally Invite 09:12 Alliance Defies Downturn 11:35 Used RV Values Rise 12:26 Hershey Show Sneak Peeks 12:42 Forest River Teleos Debut 15:33 Brinkley Model R Rumors 17:00 Wrap Up And Thanks

Is the traditional summer camping season starting to shift? New travel data shows growing interest in September and October trips as travelers look to escape extreme summer heat, peak-season crowds, and higher prices. In this episode, we dig into why fall and shoulder-season camping may be becoming a bigger part of the RV travel calendar — and what that could mean for campgrounds that traditionally close their gates in October. Plus, we follow up on the FCC's new rules affecting foreign-made connected inverters and what they could mean for RV solar, batteries, portable power stations, and other connected power equipment. We also debate campgrounds charging separately for electricity, share the wild story of a hiker who walked 10 miles after being impaled by a trekking pole, and look at an incredibly detailed experiment showing what really happens inside your RV black tank when you use the flush system. All that and more on this week's RV Miles Podcast. The black tank video from @RVTIPSANDTRAVELS : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZfzZTONwho&t=3s *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/421 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers *Curated, not regurgitated. Sign up for the RV Miles Newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ *HOMECOMING tickets are on sale: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Get 30% off your next mattress from Brooklyn Bedding at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles with code RVMILES *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ and get 20% off with code RVMILES Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE00:00 00:00 Intro 00:47 Welcome Back 05:47 Are Foreign-Made RV Inverters Being Banned? 18:13 Campgrounds Are Starting to Charge for Electricity 27:26 Why RVers Are Moving Their Trips to Fall 43:05 Hiker Walks 10 Miles After Being Impaled 47:49 Do RV Black Tank Flushes Really Work? 51:57 Are We Still “Real” RVers? 55:27 The New Little House on the Prairie 58:08 RV Miles Homecoming & Closing

The federal government has declared foreign-made power inverters a national security threat — and the new restrictions could eventually affect some of the biggest names in RV solar and portable power. Plus, Battle Born’s parent company has purchased competitor Dakota Lithium at a pretty interesting moment for the brand. Ram is making some major changes to its trucks, including more payload for the 2500 and the end of automatic stop/start on the Hemi. We’ve also got an RV toilet conversion that lets you basically abandon your black tank, an all-electric furnace that can run through your existing ductwork, and one of the old-school satellite internet companies that RVers used before Starlink has filed for bankruptcy. And somehow, none of that is the craziest story this week — because a Montana hiker impaled himself completely through the torso with a trekking pole…and then hiked ten miles out of the mountains with the pole still sticking out of him. Get a free quote for an RV extended warranty at https://wholesalewarranties.com *Support RV Miles and the weekly news videos: https://RVMiles.com/milemarkers *Get the latest news, National Park updates, happenings around RV Miles, and more when you sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://RVMiles.com/mailinglist *It's our only in-person event this year! Join us at HOMECOMING October 7 - 11 in Amana, IA. Seminars, a Rig Crawl, Trivia, Giveaways, Nightly catered meals, time to explore historic Amana, and so much more! https://RVMiles.com/HOMECOMING 00:00 Headlines Preview 01:01 FCC Inverter Crackdown 04:10 Battle Born Owner Buys Rival 05:53 Impaled Hiker Survival 07:25 Sponsor Break 08:14 Ram Recall and Upgrades 10:47 GM CarPlay Reversal 12:26 Membership Pitch 12:53 Electric Furnace Upgrade 14:37 Dry Flush Toilet Kit 16:27 HughesNet Bankruptcy 17:35 Camping History Documentary 18:46 Homecoming Rally and Farewell

With smart meters more available and power rates rising, are campgrounds going to stop including the cost of electricity in your nightly stay? Jason takes a look at the issues involved. Plus misconceptions about RV manufacturers eliminating propane, and debunking some misleading headlines. In the interview portion, Remote Vans CEO Daryn Hillhouse joins us, along with new President Andrew Cooley, to talk about RV quality, pricing pressures, dealer relationships, and improving the customer buying and service experience. *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/420 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers *Curated, not regurgitated. Sign up for the RV Miles Newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ *HOMECOMING tickets are on sale: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ and get 20% off with code RVMILES Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE 00:00 Intro 03:49 Campground Power Fees 08:48 Sponsor 09:34 Propane Removal Trend 15:33 Tank Check 17:52 Remote Vans Interview 52:32 Wrap Up And Thanks

Get 30% off your new RV mattress at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles with code RVMILES at checkout. Abby fills in for Jason and covers major RV and camping headlines: two U.S. Forest Service employees were held at gunpoint for nearly 15 hours in California’s Shasta-Trinity National Forest; catastrophic flooding again hit the Texas Hill Country; a new Elkhart County manufacturer launches with The RV Hunter and That RV Tech advising; Remote Vans names Storyteller Overland co-founder Andrew Cooley as president; and Starlink rolls out a more efficient V5 dish while also changing Roam rules, including a 30-day limit abroad and treating the U.S. and Canada as one region. 00:00 Abby Takes Over 00:37 Forest Service Hostages 02:15 Texas Hill Country Flooding 03:17 RV Mattress Sponsor 04:02 Boundless Recreation Debut 05:47 Remote Vans New President 07:29 Starlink V5 Dish 08:40 Starlink Roam Changes 10:01 Wrap Up And Support

In this episode, a candid conversation with Ben Hirsch, COO of Campers Inn RV, about RV industry overstocking driven by the “bullwhip effect,” how volatile pricing can hurt trade-in values, and how inconsistent production schedules and frequent floorplan changes can impact build quality, and the challenge of balancing affordability with quality. Plus, Starlink updates, including a new dish, simplified US/Canada residency rules, and a new one-month international limit affecting Mexico. *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/418 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers *Curated, not regurgitated. Sign up for the RV Miles Newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ *HOMECOMING tickets are on sale: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Get 30% off your next RV Matress from Brooklyn Bedding at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles with code RVMILES at checkout *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ and get 20% off with code RVMILES Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE 00:00 Intro 01:33 Starlink Updates 06:30 Mile Markers Plug 08:40 Sponsor Break 10:13 Ben Hirsch Interview 45:33 Tank Check 45:59 Weather Impacts Camping 47:34 Pause Trailer in Death Valley 53:07 Board Game Price Shock 01:04:46 Handheld Fan 01:07:05 Episode Wrap

This week, catastrophic flooding in Missouri forced hundreds of campers to be rescued, including more than 200 young campers and counselors airlifted out by Black Hawk helicopters after the Black River rose to record levels in the middle of the night. We’ve also got a scary rockfall incident on Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, gas prices ticking back up, and new RV sales continuing their long slide. Plus, campground planning tools are seeing record traffic, KOA has been named one of the most profitable franchise brands in the country, and major hotel companies are moving even deeper into glamping and outdoor hospitality. Camping may still be about getting outside, but more than ever, it’s also big business — and sometimes, a serious safety story. Get 20% off Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com with code RVMILES ****************************** Connect with RV Miles: RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmiles Shop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmiles RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Tickets for HOMECOMING are on sale! Learn more at: https://RVMiles.com/homecoming 00:00 Flooding Rescue 02:47 Glacier Rockfall Scare 03:26 Sponsor 04:35 Fuel Prices Rise 04:57 New RV Sales Slump 06:01 Campground Views Boom 06:48 Homecoming Rally Invite 07:23 KOA Franchises 08:54 Hotels Enter Glamping 10:01 Wrap Up

In this episode, we turn to your comments to cover three polarizing issues and try to find some common ground. Should campers be penalized for reserving public campground sites they don’t use? Should RV parks let long-term transient workers for AI data centers take over? Should RVers leave lights on all night? *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/418 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers *Curated, not regurgitated. Sign up for the RV Miles Newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ *HOMECOMING tickets are on sale: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Get a free quote on an extended service plan at https://wholesalewarranties.com *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ and get 20% off with code RVMILES Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE 00:00 Intro 02:56 Homecoming Rally Plug 06:09 Empty Reserved Sites Debate 25:51 Sponsor Break 27:32 Workers Filling RV Parks 37:46 Docking Lights 44:34 Tank Check 44:58 Flash Flooding 47:37 AI for Live Captions 52:03 Sexist RV Marketing Rant 01:05:54 Wrap Up

*Get 30% off your next RV Mattress from Brooklyn Bedding at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles with code RVMILES at checkout* This week, some new RV debuts from @WinnebagoRVs , @GrandDesignRVTeam , and @alinercamping show us where things may be headed next — smaller motorhomes, fewer propane systems, more electric appliances, new materials, and some very different ideas about what buyers actually want. Plus, a major dealer says the industry keeps overbuilding RVs and then liquidating them in peak season, data center workers are filling up campgrounds, and more. The RV Business article from Ben Hirsch at @CampersInnRV : https://rvbusiness.com/ben-hirsch-were-liquidating-new-rvs-in-peak-season-again/ The @MattsRVReviews video on the Grand Design Lineage Series E: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NN2Tc-cl2GI&t=1s The RV Industry history of RVing documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGJQejdpetg&t=7s ****************************** Connect with RV Miles: RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmiles Shop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmiles RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Tickets for HOMECOMING are on sale! Learn more at: https://RVMiles.com/homecoming 00:00 Headlines 00:37 Dealers vs Overproduction 02:59 Winnebago Elora & Resa 05:44 Sponsor 06:35 Grand Design Lineage 08:19 Aliner Scout 15 09:38 Coachmen Composite Floors 11:09 Dometic Electric Heater 12:15 Data Center Campers 13:32 RVIA America 250 Film 14:48 Wrap Up

In this final summer mini-episode of the RV Miles Podcast, we share how bringing meals into national parks can help RVers stay later, avoid crowds, and enjoy sunsets and the blue hour. We suggest easy, flexible meal ideas, including tacos, one-pan sausage and veggie skillet meals; make-ahead soup or chili; no-cook “adult Lunchables" and more. *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/417 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers *Curated, not regurgitated. Sign up for the RV Miles Newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ *HOMECOMING tickets are on sale: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Get 30% off your next RV mattress from Brooklyn Bedding at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles with code RVMILES at checkout. *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ and get 20% off with code RVMILES Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE 00:00 Intro 01:45 Stay Late Strategy 02:57 Fourth Of July Banter 05:16 Easy Meal Mindset 06:01 Taco Bar Dinner 10:23 Skillet Meal Favorite 14:18 Sponsor Break 15:52 Soup And Chili 18:44 No Cook Options 18:54 Charcuterie Picnic 22:04 Salads And Pasta 26:21 Sponsor Break 27:22 Picnic Setup Tips 30:51 Lights, Water, and Fire 36:30 Coolers And Food Safety 37:48 Leave No Trace Cleanup 40:15 Final Thoughts And Farewell

This week on RV Miles, California begins its crackdown on campsite no-shows, new data shows what RV sites and campgrounds really cost right now, used RV values continue to rise, and new RV shipments are down again. Plus, Ford sees a major quality turnaround, Rossmonster debuts an adventure van, Canyonlands closes The Needles district due to wildfire danger, and one RV owner gets their motorhome seized over stolen corn. Get free shipping on orders over $99 at Etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 ****************************** Connect with RV Miles: RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmiles Shop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmiles RV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Mile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Tickets for HOMECOMING are on sale! Learn more at: https://RVMiles.com/homecoming 00:00 Headlines And Intro 00:48 California No Show Crackdown 03:13 Sponsor eTrailer 04:00 What Campgrounds Cost Now 05:30 Rossmonster Loft Debut 07:37 Used Values Up New Shipments Down 09:32 Bike Friendly Campground App 10:26 Ford Quality Rebound 12:08 National Park Emergency Closures 13:12 Stolen Corn RV Impounded 14:36 Wrap Up And Newsletter

In this mini episode of the RV Miles podcast, Jason and Abby revisit past RV mythbusting segments from earlier episodes to see what still holds up, including whether you should buy an RV from Camping World, whether RV-specific toilet paper is necessary, and misconceptions about using Drano in RV plumbing (including cautions around waterless Hepvo traps). They also debunk bags of water with pennies to deter flies, discuss mixed claims about Irish Spring soap or dryer sheets for mice, and recommend sealing entry points, and dismiss the idea that you must be under 30 feet to camp in national parks. *Get links and more in the show notes at https://RVMiles.com/416 *Support RV Miles and independent RV journalism 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers *Curated, not Regurgitated. Sign up for the RV Miles Newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/ *HOMECOMING tickets are on sale: https//rvmiles.com/homecoming Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 *Start your worry-free trial of Travlfi at https://travlfi.com *Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/ and get 20% off with code RVMILES Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE 00:00 Blue Ox Sponsor 00:33 Myth Busting Returns 03:16 Old Segments 05:26 Camping World Myth 16:25 Sponsor Break 17:54 RV Toilet Paper 18:32 Drano And Traps 20:06 Pennies Bag Flies 22:14 Mice Deterrents 26:16 National Park Length 28:05 Ice In Black Tank 29:49 Sponsor 30:50 Nitrogen In Tires 32:55 Flamingo Swingers 37:36 Mythbusting 3 Highlights 39:06 Wrap Up