Are you gearing up for RV show season? Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned RVer, this episode is packed with tips to help you navigate RV shows like a pro! Learn how to evaluate your needs, inspect RVs for quality, and avoid common mistakes when shopping for your next rig. Plus, we dive into critical topics like payload capacity and towing safety, ensuring your RV purchase is a perfect match for your lifestyle and vehicle.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to define your RV needs based on your travel style, budget, and priorities.
• A breakdown of RV types (travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes) and which might suit you best.
• Key features to look for, including storage, tank sizes, layouts, and sleeping arrangements.
• Tips for staying organized with notes and photos during the show.
• How to inspect RV build quality and ask the right questions about warranties and service.
• Why understanding your truck’s payload capacity and hitch weight is essential for safe towing.
• Pro tips for making the most of RV shows, including attending seminars, negotiating prices, and comparing brands.

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Pro Tip: Bring a notebook or use your phone to take notes and photos at the show. Staying organized helps you compare models and make informed decisions.

Did you attend an RV show recently? Share your favorite finds or tips with me on social media or email! I’d love to hear what you’re shopping for.

Thank you for listening! We'd love to connect with you! Find us on all social media @roaminyourhome and visit our website at https://www.roaminyourhome.com. Come back next week for another fun adventure!

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In this episode, I’m sharing 10 essential tips for RVing in the winter, based on our personal experience navigating freezing temperatures as low as -31°F wind chill in Northeast Ohio. Winter camping can be challenging, but with the right preparation, you can stay safe, warm, and enjoy the beauty of the season.

Here’s what we’ll cover in this episode:

1. Prepare Your Fresh Water Supply
2. Protect Your Tanks
3. Skirt Your RV
4. Heat Your Valves
5. Drain Your Sewer Hose Completely
6. Protect Your Slide-Out
7. Have Sufficient Heat Sources
8. Prevent Condensation
9. Insulate Windows and Storage Areas
10. Organize Boots and Coats

Bonus Tip: Monitor Humidity Levels

Winter RVing takes extra work, but with these tips, you can make it through even the harshest weather. Whether you're heading to snowy destinations or visiting family for the holidays, this episode has everything you need to know to stay prepared and comfortable.

Thank you for listening! We'd love to connect with you! Find us on all social media @roaminyourhome and visit our website at https://www.roaminyourhome.com. Come back next week for another fun adventure!

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Would you love to Roam In Your Home and travel the country in an RV? We ask full-time RVers all the questions and get all the answers you want to know. We'll unpack their experiences and learn actionable advice to help you get started.

In this exciting episode, we asked RVers to share their favorite travel destinations of 2024, and they did not disappoint! From stunning national parks to hidden gems across the country, this episode is packed with incredible places to add to your 2025 Bucket List.

For us, some of our most cherished destinations came from recommendations by other RVers, so I know how valuable this kind of inspiration can be. After hearing all of these incredible locations, I hope you’ll be as excited as I am to start planning your 2025 travels and maybe even adding some new spots to your itinerary.

Thank you to the following RVers for being a part of the show:

@thirdyearitch

@theramblingquilter

@wanderingwakims

@gypzyhustle

@my_500_sqft_life

@seekingcre8tion

@sparks_and_rec_

@_wakeupandwander_

@nurturingnomad_

@rvcruising

@nosticksnobricks

@rv_kruisin_with_the_kesslers

@chris.and.kelley

@ontheroadofadventure

@suddenlanechanges

@we.will.figure.it.out

@gaters_on_tour_

@enjoythesomeday

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Thank you for listening! We'd love to connect with you! Find us on all social media @roaminyourhome and visit our website at https://www.roaminyourhome.com. Come back next week for another fun adventure!

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