You guys nailed it, we travel full-time, our rig is a 2022 Toyota Tacoma pulling a 2021 17 foot Casita trailer. so far we haven't broken anything, but I'm sure it's going to happen. But we generally stay the full 14 day limit in a spot and then only move about 30 miles to the next spot, so were only moving 3 times a month. We boon dock a lot, but we shy away from traveling down a winding, bumpy, dirt road to find that perfect campsite. That's how rigs get tore up. We like camping in state and national parks the most.....
Tens years ago I was quite rabid in my enthusiasm about the RV life. Heck, I was just retiring then from 45 years in my chosen profession. Here I am now after an inordinate amount of due diligence, thanking my lucky stars & carrying on with the "research" that was so much a part of my working days. Never was one for taking Faith Leaps perhaps. My "deer in the headlights" approach to the "which rig" question led me to the Oliver Trailers website. It was was then that I realized that beautiful build quality was paramount to me- -- - - and that I could not afford my idea of RVing (or that it was bogus). I wish you two the best of roads to travel in your one time only journey. Best wishes. Richard in ATL.
New subscriber here. Stumbled upon this video and absolutely love your honesty and unpretentious presentation. We believe life is what you make of it stuff happens, it is how we manage that stuff that matters 🙂
We lived in a 30 foot StarCraft antiqua for 19 months with 3 children. I absolutely loved it. I had that puppy super duper organized, it was beautiful and so wonderful. Cleaning took about an hour. I loved it.
I find myself smiling watching your videos A LOT! I appreciate the candor and reality you convey in them greatly! I've been preparing/planning for a transition to fulltime RV life for a few months now and was starting to feel a little discouraged until watching your channel. THANK YOU!!
I'm standing and clapping. You guys NAILED IT. I'm three years from retirement and the trailer is in the driveway. This is going to be my EXACT strategy. Just shoot what happens, try to make it interesting but #1 HONESTY. Congrats - you guys are doing a great job, and I've been a fan for quite a while. KEEP IT UP. This is what will grow your channel! THANK YOU.
@@liferedesigned Fast response! Yep - tons of work to do. 1,600 watts of solar, 900 amp hours, Victron everything, resin countertops, whew... THANKS AGAIN!
Most RV’s are poorly constructed. It’s a box full of aftermarket parts that are not engineered to work together sometimes. I owned an RV dealership for 18 years and I can say that you are beating the service odds mostly because you made a great choice in coach. You have a legacy factory unit in Winnebago. They still have engineering department with longevity of design and they have proven quality controls in the factory runs. Many do not. Believe me, the bad units that came through my service shop has increasingly become worse and worse. It can be disturbing.
I'm one of thoses who cannot be an RVer. I have traveled 92 to 98% of my time for 22 years while working. But now at 79 I (1) Don't have any desire to travel that much, (2) I have seen so much of the world and had a great time doing it. So now I enjoy watching you Rv'ers doing your thing. But have absolutely no desire to do the amount of travel that I did at earlier in my life. And like you I know that travel has its wonderful times and not some wonderful times, that's called living life! 😮
Well said! It is definitely not a lifestyle for everyone. For us personally it has been amazing BUT we can totally understand how to some it would not be so much fun!
Me and my girl have a homebuilt campervan. Winter months it's about -30°c so we only use it part time. But, we're lucky to live in a sparsly populated country where it's your legal right to camp where ever you want. No need for RV grounds/paying. We never pay and camp at beautiful places always completely alone. That is what camping is to us. Drama is not our thing. And yeah, we don't film anything. We wouldnt have the time for it. 😂
Yes..so much staging to make it so fun .. We booked an out of state park even got the same site that we had seen on a RV U tube..(cause we have a big 5ther, toy hauler like they had)! Wow it was a tough spot- on a curve & lower than the road! It was a nice location once you got in there.. now we have learned to ask what's the best way to get in from the park!
We got married in eureka springs!! We also grew up going to Branson!! Me and my husband are both in finance and we have a small 1300 square-foot house and three kids…. we are thinking about selling everything and getting a fifth wheel or toy hauler… After our third baby we realized that in order for me to stay at home mom… That the renovation we did on our house & buying my antique car… made it unaffordable. The way things are in this economy… Makes you take a second look at everything
Everything always breaks: While we did have some things break since buying our new rig in March, but most of them were easily fixed by my husband. If you drag your sticks and bricks down the road, you’ll have just as many things break. That’s life! I wouldn’t trade our rig, even after some things broke. Besides my husband loves to fix things. He feels such a sense of accomplishment repairing things and keeping us out of the repair bays at RV dealers. We live full-time in our rig. Great video!
Thank You! You said it 100% about the house. We had more issues with the house than we have ever had with an RV. Bob is the same way about fixing things 😂
I’ve watched ALOT of “RV Life” videos in the last few months. The one thing I’m sick of is the click-baity negative titles on a few channels….I even called out one of them a couple times for this. The other thing is turning a video into an advertisement for some item….PASS!
Interesting info. Each video has the option for multiple titles and thumbnails. I called out a RUclips RV’er and found out he does two titles, one that is negative and one that is positive. Apparently the algorithm apparently prioritizes showing the title that is getting the most views and that is typically apparently the negative title 99% of the time.
You have nailed it! I do enjoy watching videos from full time RV Travelers but they are so choreographed. When we camp, we try to find places that offer space between camp sites. RV live can be great but it can come with surprises.
Great video, 40 years of rv experience, have owned B class, C class, A class, Pop up camper, travel trailer and now a 5th Wheel, we do extensive travelling and in all that time we have had a torn awning, electric tongue jack fail, one trailer wheel bearing and a truck serpentine belt, we do most of our own work and maintainance is a big thing with us. I am also used to driving big trucks and towing. As you said, we do not always wake up to a view of a mountain range or pristine lake, but we do enjoy the RV life and have met some really nice people out there.
Thank you, all I been reading how wonderful it is to RV, all the issues with RV.s. As a logical man that can not be true or people would not be doing it. I am soon to buy a travel trailer at 66yrs old and doing it alone. Nice new perspective. Thank you
Also like I tell my husband… I don’t think that we were created to sit in an office and be miserable all day 👎👎. My husband is a commercial loan assistant and I can’t tell you how many times he comes home just burnt out and shut down… I hate seeing it
First view. LOVE your authenticity! Not into RVing, but always thought it would be great way to really see this beautiful country. You have a new fan. Looking forward to seeing your next video! Happy Trails!!!
We are not full timers by any means, but have had a few things go wrong with our travel trailer over the 5 years we have owned it. 2 AC's have gone out and panel to convert fridge to electric went out. Fortunately we have the Warranty Forever from our dealer and they were covered. We have a reoccurring water leak on kitchen hot water. My husband has to check it frequently and keep tightened. We keep a pan under it in case it drips.
I like traveling but also like the feeling of "home", not the nomadic road! I know people (especially now with this pet craze) like pets with them. I once delivered a pet dog and in the 800 miles I found out that I'm more free without animals! You also have to keep them clean and free of fleas because they can stink up your enclosure...FAST.
For some of us that families used and stole from because never got a fight.., I “raised” and taught ethics to many children, never mine, and never charged a penny. Stolen from from family and used. I have a little dog and bird. I would die for them.
We are not full timers but have been snow birding in Fla. We stay for 3 months. We have noticed that some RV parks have people that have been coming there for years. We tried going to some of the "activities" that the park has and We have found that people are very clicky. There are many groups that do their own thing and make it tough for newbies to feel comfortable in joining in.
I Totally Agree and Get it. Life is real, you can’t just be on Vacation 24/7. My husband I use to live in the heart of Sevierville Tn. People acted like we were on Vacation every day. Not True. My husband still has to work and I still had to do life. Cleaning Grocery Shopping Cooking Laundry the whole this is life thing. We actually enjoy Gatlinburg now more than we lived there. When we go now we are Actually on Vacation
Your honesty is awesome. I stopped watching and unsubbed from many youtube rv'ers because of all the click bait. So tired of it. Glad I found you guys.
I watch a lot of channels RVing and sometimes I just don`t believe what is being said or shown. People are different. RV`s are different; each having their own typed of problems. Great vid guys.
First time watcher and new subscriber. Absolutely think you are spot on except, except things always breaking. I would strongly disagree. We did all our research, asked all the questions and had a third party inspection and we never made it to our first destination without major problems. Not little stuff. 6 weeks on a Cummins emission repair ( their issue) to water pumps to all three air conditioners taking their turn to break, in this Texas Heat wave. After more repairs we are about to head out on yet another test run. Maybe the thought should be things might not break like people say but budget in a good safety nest for the unexpected breakage. I fortunately have some background and tools that I at least am able to save on the labor. Don’t get me wrong , loved the video and if we ever cross paths can share some stories along these lines. Safe travels !
Just some context - these came from viewers/ subscribers. I think the meaning is the over exaggeration of things breaking so they can do an “upgrade” from sponsors
When you have been on the road longer than one year you may have a different perspective on things breaking! One of my favorite bits of advice for newbies is that someone better be "handy"! In our almost 6 years of full-time living we have met actual people (not RUclipsrs) who have spent months in alternate accomodations while their rig is in repair shop. Especially while COVID was making parts hard to get.
I hope everything goes well for you, I really do appreciate the truth in what you're saying. Just play the hand you're delt. Good luck and love you're videos. 😅❤
God, I love you guys! Y'all definitely make videos that are much like ours and we are SO glad that we were able to include you in our upcoming collaboration! (Sorry, cheap plug LOL)
@@daveanddianethrowingcautio5707 we don’t do collaboration videos that all parties cover the same topics and release at once. This was a small insert in their videos as an introduction. A great way to help a small channel out.
Love you both. Love your honesty! I always look forward to your stuff. Just bought an RV. Not as big as yours. I'm 66 and my wife is 79. Looking forward to breaking it in. Part time at first and then later leaving Las Vegas and settling somewhere else. Enjoying life. Thanks again!!
Great video. I just discovered your channel. I lost it when you said that comment about buying your from General RV, that’s funny we can really relate. My partner and I are new to this. We went to the Hershey RV show and ended up buying an RV but I regret getting it from General. I’m sure I would’ve gotten a better deal with another competitor. We watched tons of videos from different couples doing this, and you are so right about the things that they tell you, we are learning it on our own now. Thank you for sharing.
The bate titles on RUclips SUCK! I leave them bad reviews and critical comments. My adventure starts in one year. Just bought the trailer, now getting it ready. Thanks for your videos. Love em.
There is one channel my husband and I stopped watching cos every single video is something breaks and they are never angry or frustrated, just smile and laugh, as if they make something break for content. And as for anyone can do it, that has been our stopping point. Retired not working and wonder if we can do this. We have to watch cdn ones cos it’s different up here.
Going to Eureka Springs this weekend for the Zombie Crawl. Love your channel so far - Thanks for the no bs info.. Very helpful, I am looking at getting our first RV here soon.
I rent class C RV's. Only Minnie Winnie's. 500K miles. No employees. Wash, Oil change, dump/flush, clean, and propane fill is 90% of my job. Yes things break. Most of my headaches are due to renters mistakes not mechanical malfunction.
I really enjoyed this one. I bought a new 2023 Premier a month ago. I haven’t picked it up yet. Why? Because I have watched so many videos and they keep saying how things will break, parts are back ordered, etc. I will be traveling solo and am quite handy but they make it sounds like it will be so expensive and, possibly dangerous. Really appreciate this video. Built my confidence. Thanks!!!
Take RUclips with a grain of salt - everything is blown out of proportion as drama sells. The reality is, 95% of issues are owner negligence. Believe me if anyone was going to have issues it would be us 🤣 2 years in and still loving it! You got this!
My wife and I just returned from Branson. I will be interested to hear what you think of the area. We aren't RV'ing at this point but considering a B van for traveling and some camping along the way. Great honest video!
Thank You! As for out thoughts on Branson - we didn't do too much exploring BUT we loved walking along Branson Landing and the downtown area. The other side where all the other attractions are has some amazing views and we did take a hike out to a fire tower. The was more of a layover for us. The Escapees park is nice, older crowd and VERY quiet which was perfect. We did venture out to Eureka Springs for a show at the Intrigue Theatre - highly recommend! Safe Travels, Bob & Karri
Regarding #2, you guys are new to this lifestyle, right? Only been full-time since 2022 - give it time - stuff does break. I am not a YT creator, and I have what was considered one of the best brand RVs out there. It's well made, but stuff happens. I could write a small book on all the trauma/drama stuff that went wrong with my RV in the first six months. Starting with something under the hood catching on fire and a blowout while driving down the road at 60-65 miles an hour & that was within the first month alone! 😣😨
We are not disputing that stuff breaks - while we have been full time for a year - we are not new to RV’s. What we are disputing is that things to not break at the frequency that RUclipsrs portray them to be.
Glamping Gratefully and all, you are right about property taxes. I am going to sell next year and get out from under this obligation. I am moving from a big house and lots of property into a Park Model/Destination Trailer Cedar Creek Cottage 40CFK2 (front kitchen) with all the bells and whistles, that is being set up right next to my son's home on a 40x40 foot concrete slab. I bought it with cash in my kids' name so they are the owners as it is on their property. You are also right about NOT EVERYBODY can do this. I did my traveling when I was younger, and my last trip to Wyoming was this time last year before my husband recently died of acute heart failure. I am 80 years old. So, I am watching you because learning to live in a small space is still going to be a challenge. I thought you'd like to know that your honesty and tips also help those of us in the last phase of life learn new things and have vicarious enjoyment from what you are doing. So keep up the good work and know that you don't have to have flashy titles to keep my interest. Enjoy this time of your life, your adventures, and that you have each other to share them with.
I hope I still have drive at 80 like you do! At least you will be close to family. I’m so sorry to hear about your husband. Yes, living in a small space is different and will take some getting used to, but it is funny to think about all the things you thought you needed living in a house vs a “tiny home”. Shopping is so much easier now…can’t impulse buy anymore! 😀
@@liferedesigned I am finally consolidating. Going to be using an Instant Pot/Air Fryer and a Dual Air Fryer rather than all of the cooking equipment that I use now. I think weeding out kitchen gadgets is the hardest as I do like to cook. OH, well, my kids' house is 3500 sq. ft. so if I "impulse buy" it is something for them.
Oh geez lol… I think that is sufficient room for impulse buying 😀. You are right though, kitchen gadgets are a tough one. I have really leaned on my air fryer…I absolutely love it!
The lie is fortunes can be made on YT. RV life can be good, fun and rewarding. Working on the road, producing videos is not the lifestyle for us. We film stuff but we have no idea or time to spend editing or producing. We're retired, living in Mexico, it's been fun being on the road living large in a small home.
I would rather see real and to the point any day. You guys are awesome. You keep being you, and that RUclips fame, LoL, you're already there my friends. I'd prefer to hang out with y'all versus fake and dramatic folks on any given day. I wish you guys the best.
Hello very nice honest video ..my wife and i are looking into a toy hauler ...any suggestions..2 full size bikes , there are a few things i want #1 5th wheel #2 separate garage # 3 a good weight to pull ..not going full time ..but she is not a tent camper..good looking couple thanks
The only recommendation we can fairly give is to set a budget and work with a dealer that you are going to be comfortable with should situations arise. Thank you for the kind words 😀
Me and my husband want to do this so bad, but hubby has neuropathy and will probably not be able to drive soon. I am legally blind, so driving is a no go. Especially driving a camper. Maybe we will be able to go for a few weeks at a time, but full time will probably never happen. 😢
Great video! 9. Upgrades and mods. The thought that everyone “needs” a buttload (technical term) of lithium and solar, all the gadgets (air fryer, instapot, , etc) is over the top. Keep up the videos.
@@liferedesigned “a buttload of solar” I love my solar! I live in my RV, in the wilderness, 9 months of the year. Its off grid. Power is either from solar or generators. If the sun is shining, or cloud cover is high, its solar! I’m not your typical RVer.
Thank you both! Please be non sponsored, non fake. It means so much to us contemplating this life. The RUclips titles for shock and gain that are misleading are egregious. Stupid people will do stupid things. You are lending the critical eye. If you start getting funded for “commercials” and free gifts, we will be out. Two professionals, one college educated that does not understand the lack of critical thinking. Thank you both.
Taking sponsorships is not the problem with RUclips - it is the ones that lie about the products capabilities are. Without sponsorships being in the equation- you would not have content creators as nobody is going to put in the effort for free. Every content creator deserves to be compensated in some form or another. Integrity and honesty can be at the forefront of a successful product sponsorship.
Thank you for your candor and honesty!! I do watch GG and Turn it up but would love to have more help with basics cuz I’m new at this. Traveling alone in a Class A. Thanks 😊
I get so tired of the "DRAMA" channels click bait thumb nails that it's not even funny. There are some channels that say they have stuff go wrong so often that I would be off the road if it was really that way. We have been on the road close to 11 years and have maybe seen 3 or 4 people argue I guess, maybe we are just lucky. I sometime think we need more drama so we can be seen but our channel is really for information to others and we really have very little drama. And hey, we put on a number of miles per year and glamp wherever we can and share it but not for the views obviously, it's because thats really the way we have attacked our fulltime lifestyle and we enjoy it that way. Some comments are pretty generalized.
RV’s are fun but I don’t think they’re designed or even built to be lived in full time. Kudos to those that do, but it seems like a giant yet cramped up PITA. I’d rather just roll whenever I want-as designed, as a little vacation/adventure. Most full timers it’s just a season in their life but to each their own and hope we all enjoy however we camp!!!
Over 1 million people live a full time Rv life. As with anything, build quality can vary greatly depending on how much you spend. We planned accordingly. As for being cramped - millions of acres out there - We actually spend very little time locked inside - that is what this lifestyle is all about.
@@liferedesigned I’m still going with season for most. I think I have some gypsie blood in me myself but I was born and raised camping and traveling in tents, then pop ups, TT’s, and motor homes.. What’s that? I shouldn’t “full time” in a broken down 1 year old Thor pro master van with my family of 3 and 2 cats for a full year #vanlife and call it a lifestyle!!??? But think of the clicks and views! 😆
Love hearing this! This is something we ask every RV'er we meet - how many breakdowns and repairs have you had? The overwhelming majority have the same type of response you have - thank you!
Only newer RVs, don't have much issues or breakdowns....but older RVs and travel trailers....are breaking down and have lots of repairs and issues...!! Many RV parks..don't welcome older RVs,...!!
Hi Bob and Karri, I’m a fairly new subscriber to your channel. My husband and I are considering the RV lifestyle in our retirement. Appreciate your honesty. Truth always prevails! I hope the magic show you enjoyed in Eureka Springs was by our friends, the amazing Sean Paul and Juliana Faye. We are residents of Branson, and I believe, you’re a short five minutes away from us. Excited to know that you’re in town. I’m going to reach out to you in an email. Hope you enjoy your stay in Hollister and Branson. Keep up the good work!
I disagree about your assessment about " everything always breaks " all the repairs & upgrades required to full-time rv can REALLY be tedious. Almost enough to quit
Hey Ron - not really our assessment, these were submitted by subscribers. That being said - this issue isn’t about wether or not things break BUT rather RUclipsrs over exaggeration of how often things break.
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Here are the LIES that RUclipsrs tell in order to sensationalize RV life - as submitted to us by YOU. Did we miss any? What would you add?
You guys nailed it, we travel full-time, our rig is a 2022 Toyota Tacoma pulling a 2021 17 foot Casita trailer. so far we haven't broken anything, but I'm sure it's going to happen. But we generally stay the full 14 day limit in a spot and then only move about 30 miles to the next spot, so were only moving 3 times a month. We boon dock a lot, but we shy away from traveling down a winding, bumpy, dirt road to find that perfect campsite. That's how rigs get tore up. We like camping in state and national parks the most.....
smart moves - we try to keep our rig off those roads as well. 😀
You two might well be the most honest RV'ers out there. I knew of some of your points. We wish you two the best.
Awe thank you! Safe travels❤️
Tens years ago I was quite rabid in my enthusiasm about the RV life. Heck, I was just retiring then from 45 years in my chosen profession. Here I am now after an inordinate amount of due diligence, thanking my lucky stars & carrying on with the "research" that was so much a part of my working days. Never was one for taking Faith Leaps perhaps. My "deer in the headlights" approach to the "which rig" question led me to the Oliver Trailers website. It was was then that I realized that beautiful build quality was paramount to me- -- - - and that I could not afford my idea of RVing (or that it was bogus). I wish you two the best of roads to travel in your one time only journey. Best wishes. Richard in ATL.
New subscriber here. Stumbled upon this video and absolutely love your honesty and unpretentious presentation. We believe life is what you make of it stuff happens, it is how we manage that stuff that matters 🙂
100% agree! Welcome to our journey!
Could not agree more!
We lived in a 30 foot StarCraft antiqua for 19 months with 3 children. I absolutely loved it. I had that puppy super duper organized, it was beautiful and so wonderful. Cleaning took about an hour. I loved it.
We love this life - a Class A may be in the future at some point
I find myself smiling watching your videos A LOT! I appreciate the candor and reality you convey in them greatly! I've been preparing/planning for a transition to fulltime RV life for a few months now and was starting to feel a little discouraged until watching your channel. THANK YOU!!
Thank YOU for joining us! DO NOT get discouraged- this is a great lifestyle- as long as you are prepared 😀😀
I'm standing and clapping. You guys NAILED IT. I'm three years from retirement and the trailer is in the driveway. This is going to be my EXACT strategy. Just shoot what happens, try to make it interesting but #1 HONESTY. Congrats - you guys are doing a great job, and I've been a fan for quite a while. KEEP IT UP. This is what will grow your channel! THANK YOU.
Thank you so much Jim! We appreciate your support!
3 years huh? Good for you! That’s exciting!
Take care!
Bob & Karri
@@liferedesigned Fast response! Yep - tons of work to do. 1,600 watts of solar, 900 amp hours, Victron everything, resin countertops, whew... THANKS AGAIN!
Bob’s drooling lol.. He said that’s AWESOME!
@@liferedesigned LOLOL!! Boooondock!
Um lol, Karri still struggles with that.
Most RV’s are poorly constructed. It’s a box full of aftermarket parts that are not engineered to work together sometimes. I owned an RV dealership for 18 years and I can say that you are beating the service odds mostly because you made a great choice in coach. You have a legacy factory unit in Winnebago. They still have engineering department with longevity of design and they have proven quality controls in the factory runs. Many do not. Believe me, the bad units that came through my service shop has increasingly become worse and worse. It can be disturbing.
I'm one of thoses who cannot be an RVer. I have traveled 92 to 98% of my time for 22 years while working. But now at 79 I (1) Don't have any desire to travel that much, (2) I have seen so much of the world and had a great time doing it. So now I enjoy watching you Rv'ers doing your thing. But have absolutely no desire to do the amount of travel that I did at earlier in my life. And like you I know that travel has its wonderful times and not some wonderful times, that's called living life! 😮
Well said! It is definitely not a lifestyle for everyone. For us personally it has been amazing BUT we can totally understand how to some it would not be so much fun!
Me and my girl have a homebuilt campervan. Winter months it's about -30°c so we only use it part time. But, we're lucky to live in a sparsly populated country where it's your legal right to camp where ever you want. No need for RV grounds/paying. We never pay and camp at beautiful places always completely alone. That is what camping is to us. Drama is not our thing. And yeah, we don't film anything. We wouldnt have the time for it. 😂
Yes..so much staging to make it so fun .. We booked an out of state park even got the same site that we had seen on a RV U tube..(cause we have a big 5ther, toy hauler like they had)!
Wow it was a tough spot- on a curve & lower than the road! It was a nice location once you got in there.. now we have learned to ask what's the best way to get in from the park!
Absolutely - we have run into the exact same issue on a few occasions.
Thanks for keeping it real. I've spotted some of the fake stuff out there already. It's very annoying.
yes it is! This year has been the worst - nothing but misinformation and negativity against RVing for clicks.
Safe Travels
Karri
We got married in eureka springs!! We also grew up going to Branson!! Me and my husband are both in finance and we have a small 1300 square-foot house and three kids…. we are thinking about selling everything and getting a fifth wheel or toy hauler… After our third baby we realized that in order for me to stay at home mom… That the renovation we did on our house & buying my antique car… made it unaffordable. The way things are in this economy… Makes you take a second look at everything
Everything always breaks: While we did have some things break since buying our new rig in March, but most of them were easily fixed by my husband. If you drag your sticks and bricks down the road, you’ll have just as many things break. That’s life! I wouldn’t trade our rig, even after some things broke. Besides my husband loves to fix things. He feels such a sense of accomplishment repairing things and keeping us out of the repair bays at RV dealers. We live full-time in our rig. Great video!
Thank You! You said it 100% about the house. We had more issues with the house than we have ever had with an RV. Bob is the same way about fixing things 😂
I’ve watched ALOT of “RV Life” videos in the last few months. The one thing I’m sick of is the click-baity negative titles on a few channels….I even called out one of them a couple times for this. The other thing is turning a video into an advertisement for some item….PASS!
Interesting info. Each video has the option for multiple titles and thumbnails. I called out a RUclips RV’er and found out he does two titles, one that is negative and one that is positive. Apparently the algorithm apparently prioritizes showing the title that is getting the most views and that is typically apparently the negative title 99% of the time.
@@SteelHorseNomads I know, that’s what the other RV channel said to me…..doesn’t do anyone any good though.
I'm glad I found your channel. We're exploring getting a small A and seeing all the places 😂 I appreciate the honesty and human side.
Welcome aboard! Safe Travels :)
You have nailed it!
I do enjoy watching videos from full time RV Travelers but they are so choreographed.
When we camp, we try to find places that offer space between camp sites.
RV live can be great but it can come with surprises.
Absolutely!
This was the most honest video I've seen in awhile. Thank you!!!
That is kind of our thing :) Thank You! safe travels.
Great video, 40 years of rv experience, have owned B class, C class, A class, Pop up camper, travel trailer and now a 5th Wheel, we do extensive travelling and in all that time we have had a torn awning, electric tongue jack fail, one trailer wheel bearing and a truck serpentine belt, we do most of our own work and maintainance is a big thing with us. I am also used to driving big trucks and towing. As you said, we do not always wake up to a view of a mountain range or pristine lake, but we do enjoy the RV life and have met some really nice people out there.
Well said about maintaining your rig! Makes all the difference in the world
Thank you, all I been reading how wonderful it is to RV, all the issues with RV.s. As a logical man that can not be true or people would not be doing it. I am soon to buy a travel trailer at 66yrs old and doing it alone. Nice new perspective. Thank you
Also like I tell my husband… I don’t think that we were created to sit in an office and be miserable all day 👎👎. My husband is a commercial loan assistant and I can’t tell you how many times he comes home just burnt out and shut down… I hate seeing it
First view. LOVE your authenticity! Not into RVing, but always thought it would be great way to really see this beautiful country. You have a new fan. Looking forward to seeing your next video! Happy Trails!!!
Thank you! Welcome to the journey!
We are not full timers by any means, but have had a few things go wrong with our travel trailer over the 5 years we have owned it. 2 AC's have gone out and panel to convert fridge to electric went out. Fortunately we have the Warranty Forever from our dealer and they were covered. We have a reoccurring water leak on kitchen hot water. My husband has to check it frequently and keep tightened. We keep a pan under it in case it drips.
I like traveling but also like the feeling of "home", not the nomadic road! I know people (especially now with this pet craze) like pets with them. I once delivered a pet dog and in the 800 miles I found out that I'm more free without animals! You also have to keep them clean and free of fleas because they can stink up your enclosure...FAST.
For some of us that families used and stole from because never got a fight.., I “raised” and taught ethics to many children, never mine, and never charged a penny. Stolen from from family and used. I have a little dog and bird. I would die for them.
We are not full timers but have been snow birding in Fla. We stay for 3 months. We have noticed that some RV parks have people that have been coming there for years. We tried going to some of the "activities" that the park has and We have found that people are very clicky. There are many groups that do their own thing and make it tough for newbies to feel comfortable in joining in.
We see that a lot - even more so on RUclips!
I Totally Agree and Get it. Life is real, you can’t just be on Vacation 24/7. My husband I use to live in the heart of Sevierville Tn. People acted like we were on Vacation every day. Not True. My husband still has to work and I still had to do life. Cleaning Grocery Shopping Cooking Laundry the whole this is life thing. We actually enjoy Gatlinburg now more than we lived there. When we go now we are Actually on Vacation
Well said!
We work all over the country and only stay at koa campgrounds.
Your honesty is awesome. I stopped watching and unsubbed from many youtube rv'ers because of all the click bait. So tired of it. Glad I found you guys.
We are glad you found us also!
Thanks, I love how real you guys are... keep on keepin' it real... safe travels!
Thank you! We love just being us 🤣🤣
AND, I absolutely love how you named that RUclipsr without naming that RUclipsr. LOL!
That is my built in sarcasm sneaking out lol
@@liferedesigned Sarcasm away!
thank you, new loyal subbie here i enjoy having my info straight, no chaser.
Love Eureka Springs! One of my favorite places.
Easy to see why 😀 beautiful area
8:29 you guys are practically my neighbors. This part of Missouri is incredible for RV life
We were only there for a couple of weeks but had a great time!
I watch a lot of channels RVing and sometimes I just don`t believe what is being said or shown. People are different. RV`s are different; each having their own typed of problems. Great vid guys.
You are correct! Thank you!
First time watcher and new subscriber. Absolutely think you are spot on except, except things always breaking. I would strongly disagree. We did all our research, asked all the questions and had a third party inspection and we never made it to our first destination without major problems. Not little stuff. 6 weeks on a Cummins emission repair ( their issue) to water pumps to all three air conditioners taking their turn to break, in this Texas Heat wave. After more repairs we are about to head out on yet another test run. Maybe the thought should be things might not break like people say but budget in a good safety nest for the unexpected breakage. I fortunately have some background and tools that I at least am able to save on the labor. Don’t get me wrong , loved the video and if we ever cross paths can share some stories along these lines. Safe travels !
Just some context - these came from viewers/ subscribers. I think the meaning is the over exaggeration of things breaking so they can do an “upgrade” from sponsors
When you have been on the road longer than one year you may have a different perspective on things breaking! One of my favorite bits of advice for newbies is that someone better be "handy"! In our almost 6 years of full-time living we have met actual people (not RUclipsrs) who have spent months in alternate accomodations while their rig is in repair shop. Especially while COVID was making parts hard to get.
Hmm…. You said “glamping gratefully “ 🤔🧐🤣
I hope everything goes well for you, I really do appreciate the truth in what you're saying. Just play the hand you're delt. Good luck and love you're videos. 😅❤
God, I love you guys! Y'all definitely make videos that are much like ours and we are SO glad that we were able to include you in our upcoming collaboration! (Sorry, cheap plug LOL)
Lol, plug away!
WHAT, I thought I remembered in a past video where they would not do any colabs, I will have to go back and see if I remember wrong lol!! .
@@daveanddianethrowingcautio5707 we don’t do collaboration videos that all parties cover the same topics and release at once. This was a small insert in their videos as an introduction. A great way to help a small channel out.
@@liferedesigned Gotcha, good idea and nice to see people help other channels.
Thank you for information I’m in my trailer so this helps
I live an hour from Urica Springs and spent my childhood in Branson, great country, have fun.
Definitely a beautiful area!
enjoy you both
❤️ thank you!
We just came across your video. Very informative. Thank you.
Thank you so much!
Love you both. Love your honesty! I always look forward to your stuff. Just bought an RV. Not as big as yours. I'm 66 and my wife is 79. Looking forward to breaking it in. Part time at first and then later leaving Las Vegas and settling somewhere else. Enjoying life. Thanks again!!
That is awesome! Congratulations on the new RV!
I forgot if I commented? I am old...Honesty is hard to come by these days, thank you to both of you.
Hi Doug! No worries…comment away, we love it!
@liferedesigned lol you might regret saying that!! Thank you
Great video. I just discovered your channel. I lost it when you said that comment about buying your from General RV, that’s funny we can really relate. My partner and I are new to this. We went to the Hershey RV show and ended up buying an RV but I regret getting it from General. I’m sure I would’ve gotten a better deal with another competitor. We watched tons of videos from different couples doing this, and you are so right about the things that they tell you, we are learning it on our own now. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you and congratulations! It’s definitely a learning process. We are coming up on 1 year being full time and we learn something new everyday! 😀
You're one of the realest out there, thank you
Thank you! Appreciate you
Great video guys always good to hear honest living on the road
Thank you - nice to know honesty is still appreciated 😀
Expectations vs.Reality? Thanks for the truthfulness once again.
thank YOU for watching😀
I’ve gotten a lot of valuable info from y’all. Thank you !
Awesome! Thank you!
Nice video! keep up the good Work! Tom
Thanks Tom ❤️
The bate titles on RUclips SUCK! I leave them bad reviews and critical comments.
My adventure starts in one year. Just bought the trailer, now getting it ready.
Thanks for your videos. Love em.
There is one channel my husband and I stopped watching cos every single video is something breaks and they are never angry or frustrated, just smile and laugh, as if they make something break for content. And as for anyone can do it, that has been our stopping point. Retired not working and wonder if we can do this. We have to watch cdn ones cos it’s different up here.
Excellent point. Canada is a whole different environment!
Going to Eureka Springs this weekend for the Zombie Crawl. Love your channel so far - Thanks for the no bs info.. Very helpful, I am looking at getting our first RV here soon.
That is great! We wanted to be there for the Zombie Crawl - maybe another year - have fun!
Thanks for the useful info! You two would be great RV neighbors!
We even wave when we walk by 🤣🤣
I rent class C RV's. Only Minnie Winnie's. 500K miles. No employees. Wash, Oil change, dump/flush, clean, and propane fill is 90% of my job. Yes things break. Most of my headaches are due to renters mistakes not mechanical malfunction.
Thank you for saying this!
DAmn you guys are funny. i like the click baitl deal. I have seen that a thousand times.
We try to have a lil fun 😂
Honesty is nice to see.
I really enjoyed this one. I bought a new 2023 Premier a month ago. I haven’t picked it up yet. Why? Because I have watched so many videos and they keep saying how things will break, parts are back ordered, etc. I will be traveling solo and am quite handy but they make it sounds like it will be so expensive and, possibly dangerous. Really appreciate this video. Built my confidence. Thanks!!!
Take RUclips with a grain of salt - everything is blown out of proportion as drama sells.
The reality is, 95% of issues are owner negligence. Believe me if anyone was going to have issues it would be us 🤣 2 years in and still loving it! You got this!
Thanks for being so honest!
Thank YOU for watching!
Love the truth to this! Keep it coming! Great channel, enjoy watching .
Hi Holli! Thank you!
Our RV breaks a lot! Water issues , floor replacement, new vent fan. Few adventures
Was it inspected?
Thanks for some transparency.
My wife and I just returned from Branson. I will be interested to hear what you think of the area. We aren't RV'ing at this point but considering a B van for traveling and some camping along the way. Great honest video!
Thank You! As for out thoughts on Branson - we didn't do too much exploring BUT we loved walking along Branson Landing and the downtown area. The other side where all the other attractions are has some amazing views and we did take a hike out to a fire tower. The was more of a layover for us. The Escapees park is nice, older crowd and VERY quiet which was perfect. We did venture out to Eureka Springs for a show at the Intrigue Theatre - highly recommend!
Safe Travels,
Bob & Karri
No way everyone gets along. Parking so close to people who are stressed out by moving around all the time is a setup for aggravation.
“Because we’re adults.” What a concept. 😂
Ironically that gets lost on quite a few people 🤣🤣
Regarding #2, you guys are new to this lifestyle, right? Only been full-time since 2022 - give it time - stuff does break. I am not a YT creator, and I have what was considered one of the best brand RVs out there. It's well made, but stuff happens. I could write a small book on all the trauma/drama stuff that went wrong with my RV in the first six months. Starting with something under the hood catching on fire and a blowout while driving down the road at 60-65 miles an hour & that was within the first month alone! 😣😨
We are not disputing that stuff breaks - while we have been full time for a year - we are not new to RV’s.
What we are disputing is that things to not break at the frequency that RUclipsrs portray them to be.
I’m not one to comment however #9 got me! I actually did laugh out loud with that one! 😂. Great Job!
That is awesome! Some times we wonder if we got too silly with things - the point was to end it with a laugh - glad it did!
Glamping Gratefully and all, you are right about property taxes. I am going to sell next year and get out from under this obligation. I am moving from a big house and lots of property into a Park Model/Destination Trailer Cedar Creek Cottage 40CFK2 (front kitchen) with all the bells and whistles, that is being set up right next to my son's home on a 40x40 foot concrete slab. I bought it with cash in my kids' name so they are the owners as it is on their property.
You are also right about NOT EVERYBODY can do this. I did my traveling when I was younger, and my last trip to Wyoming was this time last year before my husband recently died of acute heart failure. I am 80 years old.
So, I am watching you because learning to live in a small space is still going to be a challenge. I thought you'd like to know that your honesty and tips also help those of us in the last phase of life learn new things and have vicarious enjoyment from what you are doing. So keep up the good work and know that you don't have to have flashy titles to keep my interest.
Enjoy this time of your life, your adventures, and that you have each other to share them with.
I hope I still have drive at 80 like you do! At least you will be close to family. I’m so sorry to hear about your husband.
Yes, living in a small space is different and will take some getting used to, but it is funny to think about all the things you thought you needed living in a house vs a “tiny home”. Shopping is so much easier now…can’t impulse buy anymore! 😀
@@liferedesigned I am finally consolidating. Going to be using an Instant Pot/Air Fryer and a Dual Air Fryer rather than all of the cooking equipment that I use now. I think weeding out kitchen gadgets is the hardest as I do like to cook. OH, well, my kids' house is 3500 sq. ft. so if I "impulse buy" it is something for them.
Oh geez lol… I think that is sufficient room for impulse buying 😀.
You are right though, kitchen gadgets are a tough one. I have really leaned on my air fryer…I absolutely love it!
The lie is fortunes can be made on YT. RV life can be good, fun and rewarding. Working on the road, producing videos is not the lifestyle for us. We film stuff but we have no idea or time to spend editing or producing. We're retired, living in Mexico, it's been fun being on the road living large in a small home.
"Knock on wood" lol... 👍🏻
Bob u tell it like it is . And that's great!👍
I would rather see real and to the point any day. You guys are awesome. You keep being you, and that RUclips fame, LoL, you're already there my friends. I'd prefer to hang out with y'all versus fake and dramatic folks on any given day. I wish you guys the best.
Thank you! Comments like this are exactly why we keep it real! Be well, Bob & Karri
lol you guys are pisser .. love it 🏁🌅 thank you for keeping it real
Really different I enjoyed you guys Thanks🤗👍🏋️♀️😄☦️
Glad you enjoyed it !
Hello very nice honest video ..my wife and i are looking into a toy hauler ...any suggestions..2 full size bikes , there are a few things i want #1 5th wheel #2 separate garage # 3 a good weight to pull ..not going full time ..but she is not a tent camper..good looking couple thanks
The only recommendation we can fairly give is to set a budget and work with a dealer that you are going to be comfortable with should situations arise.
Thank you for the kind words 😀
Your #9 will go down as a CLASSIC.. Love your stuff
Lol, thanks 🤣🤣
My wife and I are planning to take the plunge in September 2025. We camp a lot and we just want to go. Thanks for being honest. Going to subscribe
Thank you and congrats on taking the plunge. It is an amazing way of life!
Thanks again for sharing Karri, Bob
Thank you again for watching
Me and my husband want to do this so bad, but hubby has neuropathy and will probably not be able to drive soon. I am legally blind, so driving is a no go. Especially driving a camper. Maybe we will be able to go for a few weeks at a time, but full time will probably never happen. 😢
So sorry to hear this.
Wish you the best as well and thx
Great video!
9. Upgrades and mods. The thought that everyone “needs” a buttload (technical term) of lithium and solar, all the gadgets (air fryer, instapot, , etc) is over the top. Keep up the videos.
Great point! Actually have a video in the works about this
@@liferedesigned “a buttload of solar” I love my solar! I live in my RV, in the wilderness, 9 months of the year. Its off grid. Power is either from solar or generators. If the sun is shining, or cloud cover is high, its solar! I’m not your typical RVer.
Another great video!! So true 👍
Thank you!
Thank you both! Please be non sponsored, non fake. It means so much to us contemplating this life. The RUclips titles for shock and gain that are misleading are egregious. Stupid people will do stupid things. You are lending the critical eye. If you start getting funded for “commercials” and free gifts, we will be out. Two professionals, one college educated that does not understand the lack of critical thinking. Thank you both.
Taking sponsorships is not the problem with RUclips - it is the ones that lie about the products capabilities are.
Without sponsorships being in the equation- you would not have content creators as nobody is going to put in the effort for free. Every content creator deserves to be compensated in some form or another.
Integrity and honesty can be at the forefront of a successful product sponsorship.
Wow, the real truth is a lot of people are watching You Tube for the drama. Crazy stuff.
I love your show keep doing it....
I love your brutal honesty!
Thank You!
I agree about the drama
Thank you for your candor and honesty!! I do watch GG and Turn it up but would love to have more help with basics cuz I’m new at this. Traveling alone in a Class A. Thanks 😊
Thank You for watching 😀
I get so tired of the "DRAMA" channels click bait thumb nails that it's not even funny. There are some channels that say they have stuff go wrong so often that I would be off the road if it was really that way. We have been on the road close to 11 years and have maybe seen 3 or 4 people argue I guess, maybe we are just lucky. I sometime think we need more drama so we can be seen but our channel is really for information to others and we really have very little drama. And hey, we put on a number of miles per year and glamp wherever we can and share it but not for the views obviously, it's because thats really the way we have attacked our fulltime lifestyle and we enjoy it that way. Some comments are pretty generalized.
RV’s are fun but I don’t think they’re designed or even built to be lived in full time. Kudos to those that do, but it seems like a giant yet cramped up PITA. I’d rather just roll whenever I want-as designed, as a little vacation/adventure. Most full timers it’s just a season in their life but to each their own and hope we all enjoy however we camp!!!
Over 1 million people live a full time Rv life. As with anything, build quality can vary greatly depending on how much you spend. We planned accordingly.
As for being cramped - millions of acres out there - We actually spend very little time locked inside - that is what this lifestyle is all about.
@@liferedesigned I’m still going with season for most. I think I have some gypsie blood in me myself but I was born and raised camping and traveling in tents, then pop ups, TT’s, and motor homes.. What’s that? I shouldn’t “full time” in a broken down 1 year old Thor pro master van with my family of 3 and 2 cats for a full year #vanlife and call it a lifestyle!!??? But think of the clicks and views! 😆
Two lovely people❤
❤️thank you
I’m getting trailer soon and you two are the best! I want to hear Facts about RV living. Not Instagram/RUclips picture perfect RV living 😂
Then you found the right place! ❤️❤️
you guys are awesome!!!
We agree 🤣🤣🤣. Thank you 😊
I hope I’m not jinxing my self .. but my old rv keeps rolling. 50k miles Zero break downs .. I have a 2001 Winnebago adventurer…. Zero break downs …
Love hearing this! This is something we ask every RV'er we meet - how many breakdowns and repairs have you had? The overwhelming majority have the same type of response you have - thank you!
Only newer RVs, don't have much issues or breakdowns....but older RVs and travel trailers....are breaking down and have lots of repairs and issues...!! Many RV parks..don't welcome older RVs,...!!
Most RV parks will if you call or send a photo ahead of time showing it’s been properly maintained.
You guys are adorable 🙋 👍
Thank you ❤️❤️
Hi Bob and Karri, I’m a fairly new subscriber to your channel. My husband and I are considering the RV lifestyle in our retirement. Appreciate your honesty. Truth always prevails! I hope the magic show you enjoyed in Eureka Springs was by our friends, the amazing Sean Paul and Juliana Faye. We are residents of Branson, and I believe, you’re a short five minutes away from us. Excited to know that you’re in town. I’m going to reach out to you in an email. Hope you enjoy your stay in Hollister and Branson. Keep up the good work!
Thank you and yes they put on an AMAZING show! We would definitely love to see them again if we’re back in the area!
Great video
Thank you!
Great ending 😂
I disagree about your assessment about " everything always breaks " all the repairs & upgrades required to full-time rv can REALLY be tedious. Almost enough to quit
Hey Ron - not really our assessment, these were submitted by subscribers. That being said - this issue isn’t about wether or not things break BUT rather RUclipsrs over exaggeration of how often things break.