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Never stayed at a Cracker Barrel. Never travel without a confirmed reservation. And why would you use a pee bag? You are towing a bathroom and a 40-gallon black tank. Pull over and use it. Certainly sounds preferable to trying to pee while traveling 60 mph.
Here’s a tip for Cracker Barrel locations, look for the little RV or bus on the billboards. If there is a little RV, you can park over night. Not all CB’s allow overnight parking. Love your videos be safe!!
Thank you. That’s a great tip. I don’t RV. I drive a Prius, which apparently people sometimes live in. I would just want to be able to park among the somewhat civilized people. Walmart has lost its appeal. I want my park amongst the civilized folks and live to tell about the experience.
I stayed at several Cracker Barrels on my trip from Ga. to Maine last year. As a senior, solo traveler, along with my dog, the best CB was in Portland, Maine. Always felt safe and called ahead to make sure they have overnight parking. Had my meal to go and was able to relax in my RV and there were always several other overnighters there.
RV Trip Wizard has an entry under trip settings that allows you to select your average driving speed versus using the routing engine estimate. Just increase that as needed until you get estimates that match your average travel time (Trip Settings, Routing and Driving, RV Routing, "Use My Average Driving Speed").
You two are true boondockers. No solar, no extra batteries, no generator. I couldn't do it. I love my air, heat, TV, and Internet. We have thought about boon docking, but I have to have my creature comforts. I'm getting older. Y'all are young. You can put up with it. I would consider a power station for emergencies. Just a thought. Enjoyed the video. You two are so funny. 😎
My cat did the same meowing all the time inside the crate on travel days. I eventually let him out and now he lays down quietly sleeping in the back seat 80% of the trips. He just hated that small crate.
Our 4 cats ride free. We have a single, large kennel that stays open, which they can choose to hang out in or on. They’re closed in the kennel before doors are opened. There’s also a litter box in the cab for them. They shard the space with a giant dog (used to be 2). Truck shopping means making sure the pets fit.
Love watching your videos & appreciate all the work it takes. You guys are awesome! Renee’ you have the prettiest blue eyes! Your children will be gorgeous 😊
You should stop at a QT (Quik Trip) some time. Their truck stops have plenty of room. But so do most of their non truck stop locations. They’ve just started adding RV specific spots and amenities at a few locations.
its so great to see the two of you out there each week. Especially now that it has been five years in the making. Great job, congratulations! Should i survive my medical issues, I plan to get out there and... "Let er Rip' myself in a year or so. Going from Boating to RVing. Thank you for helping me pass my days waiting on another doctors appointment. If I may, can or would you consider a harness of some type verses crating up Dexie during those long trips? I'm afraid I too, would have some "Salty Britches" LOL Stay well. P.S. 82 degrees in NOT hot, keep heading west... LOL
We FT in a MH so my spouse can get up and use our rest room, get something to drink, etc. any time she likes (within reason of course) - no peepee bag for us. BTW, we passed through Kerrville last Sunday. We overnighted at the Westbound I-10 rest area just east of there. We liked it because it has little pavilions for picnicking and a free dump station too.
Someone is delusional about children. Good idea to wait😂 love a Mom of 5 that had 5 car screaming babies for 18 months stretches the past 12 years. Screaming baby. Inconsolable in the car. All of them. Just my experience? We are ready for the road now that our 2 year old loves the car😅
We have a new 5er with the pull down stairs (which I had decided against after watching a previous video of yours), oh vell, it came with the package. Well on our way down to So FL in January this year CB was pretty packed tight, needed to put our bed slide out and leave those stairs down! Glad we had big cones! Hate those long drive days but hubby is very destination oriented, we had already lost 1/2 a day due to severe storms. We left from 10 degrees in CO, got to Shreveport in 2 days. Ugh! I ❤your videos!
Thanks hanks!!! I’m enjoying watching your trip! I’m hoping to go more full time/part time in the near future. The Cracker Barrel tips really help!! Love your fun! Keep it up!!
@@HappilyEverHanks you mean you don’t have a private helicopter following you around for those shots? LOL thanks for your time and dedication for the videos hanks!
@happilyeverhanks …… For the love of God, please get yourselves a genny and some solar! Every time y’all boondock like this, y’all give me so much anxiety lol I may just be stressed out more than you are 😂😂😂
Hey, we went to Buc-ees! 4 TIMES! and 4-5 Cracker Barrels! We used your advise on everyone of them and used your NAME!. Hope that's not a problem....Hmm. We also used the TDS fuel CARD! Only way to go! At north of 65, were not quite ready to "Full time" just yet....Need to figure out how to take the chickens.....? Ideas?
SERIOULSY!!! YOU GUYS.... have the best fricken RV video's out there! I am so thoroughly entertained watching your videos! Thank you for being together and being so hilarious. I am going to be new at the RV life. I'm on my own now after losing my husband in Feb of this year. I'm going to be 68 in August and I'm the retired bus driver (school buses and charter buses) and I was the drivers boss too so I'm a very good one to live this way and keep up with the stresses. The thing is is I have 6 cats. Do you think I can do it? I am planning on an outside zipped screened tent for them and a tunnel going out one of the windows to it. (once parked). Happy travels and thanks so much for who you guys are! Wish I could RV with you at some point. Same park... same time??
Kathy, sorry to hear of the loss of your husband...but good for you on keeping life interesting! My wife and I just bought a new Cougar, got my 3/4 ton Tuesday and ready to get out there next week! We are newbies but so was everybody else once! :) Enjoy...and hope to see you out there!
Kathy, you can absolutely do it! I have w dogs and 2 cats who are my world!! When I take out my travel trailer, they all go with me. Most important thing of all is keeping the furkids safe! If your furkids can claw through anything they’re not safe. Keep yourself and your furbabies safe out there!!
Sorry for your loss, Kathy, but you can definitely do it. You've spent a long time driving a bus, so a motorhome may fit you better. It's the same as driving a bus. Pick an appropriate vehicle to tow behind it, and you'll be great. If you prefer a 5th wheel, that's great, too. Depending on where you park, the screened tent may work or not. Most parks are fine with gazebos, but some consider them separate camping units. Only 1 camping unit per site, at most parks, so if they treat it like a tent, then no. If they treat it like a gazebo, then probably ok. The other issue may be wind. Open areas like beach camping, many spots out west, and all of Florida are windy. Don't sweat the little stuff like that. You'll figure out what works and what does not for your situation. Just be flexible. Most of all, HAVE FUN! See you on the road!
FYI camper slides should not be extended without being leveled. You risk knocking slide off track if the camper is not level so staying hooked up may not be the best advice and may result in some headaches to say the least
Absolutely! We couldn't have such a better ourselves. It's best not to take shortcuts, but to do the due diligence upfront ensuring that you skip out on those headaches in the end 🙂 Thank you for your support and for your great feedback!
Just heard about CB parking yesterday, and wasn't really sure if I believed it or not...Thanks for a great vid and clearing it up for me! New subscriber, and looking forward to more tips from y'all during my 6 week cross-country trip starting next week (9-6-23). Happy RVing everyone, see ya on the road! 😃
My wife and I LOVE your videos ! We've learned so much, and made many purchases and notes based on your videos ! Our first RV was a 20 foot teardrop camper, and we had many wonderful adventures in it. We are now in our fifties, our kids are grown up and moved out of the house, so what did we do ? We bought a fifth wheel ! We live in Southwest Ohio. If you ever are in the area and need a place to stay, let us know. We have a 30 amp dedicated hookup, free of charge. Letting 'er rip in the house bathroom is also free of charge. We love cribbage, and would enjoy a four player game with you.
If you feel uneasy about overnighting behind a shopping center where they turn off the parking lot lights after the stores close, then CB may not be your best option. Truck stops are likely your safest option; they are well lit, and (usually) open 24/7. They usually have security cameras covering the parking lot, which is a deterrent. Highway rest areas are also a good option for the same reasons. Walmart, while no longer open 24/7, also is generally well lit and has cameras.
I couldn’t care less what corner has a Cracker Barrel, but H-E-B is one of the greatest places on earth to go for food. I moved from Texas to West Virginia in 2017. I still say I’m going to H-E-B. It’s a mystery. Is she hallucinating, or is she planning a long distance grocery trip? The best grocery store in this area, Martin’s, can’t compare.
Hope you are enjoying West Virginia! What a beautiful part of the country 😊 We still have yet to visit a H-E-B or a Martin's, but we will certainly keep your comment in mind! Thank you for all your support - Kyle and Renee
Morn guy's. I don't want to get personal but can I ask how in the world do you guys' afford these good times with such nice rigs? Truck, 5th wheel and maintenance alone. Not including everyday needs. I know, your 1st trip out you found the rainbow with the pot of gold!! lol Thank You and stay safe.
Hi there! Thank you for your wonderful support. We can only speak for ourselves, but to give you a little back story..we started off as travel nurses working in the ER. We worked extremely hard over 3 years to completely pay off our debt (Dave Ramsey). Once the truck and RV were paid for, it allowed us to continue saving for expenses such as what you listed above 😃
Great vid. Love that you guys are on an adventure with friends. You do need another battery, maybe solar. A genny would be nice also. Keep the vids coming and thanks for the Cracker Barrel info.
Although my cat calmed down after several years of travel, she never did stop squawking completely during travel. After about the third day, she had enough. She passed last year. 😮💨I still miss her terribly.
I remember being young and not minding at all driving long distances but I'm not sure about doing that with a 5th wheel. I've never pulled one and I'm 61 now. I'm just thinking the trailer tugging & pushing on the truck would get old, unless they are designed better than that. We did recently buy a 20 year old Class A so.... Gotta get back in the big truck, driving a ways, mindset this Spring.
Hi there! Congrats on getting a Class A! We have always wanted one of those 🙂 we don’t like driving extended distances all the time, but some days it’s nice just to get it over with and get to your destination so that you can relax and enjoy. Thank you for your support and for watching our videos - Kyle and Renee
It is nice you have Cracker Barrel’s around. They had 4 of them here in Oregon but they just closed 3 of them this month. Also, the Cabela’s in Eugene does not allow over night camping.
I drive behind in the car and 2 of my 3 boys usually ride with me. The 8 year always has to pee before we can stop and it’s always an “emergency”. I have learned to keep a Starbucks frap bottle with me. He thinks it’s hilarious to pee in the bottle while we’re moving!! (Just gotta watch the potholes😬). Then we seal it up and dispose of it at our next stop. I don’t think I’d be ok with those pee bags though. Not enough structure! 😂
Are the couple with the small car hauling it in the back of their 5th-wheel? I Didn't believe that most any 5th-wheels could have a ramp for that much weight.
Yall are in my old stomping grounds! I knew you were close to Kerrville just by the terrain on I-10. Hope you stopped at Cooper's in Junction and got some AMAZING BBQ.
Wish I was out there with you guys. Looks like you’re having a good time to put some miles on. I travel with the cattle dog and a Bengal cat and Rosie runs free in the truck while I’m driving. I have a little carrier for when she goes to sleep sometimes and if I need to, I can walk her in there, but I don’t know that she’s free. She likes looking at the window watching the trucks. Wish you guys the best. Safe travels sending you positive energy from Porter Ranch, California.
We love boondocking! We love CB! Hey, you guys better check in next time you are in the area. The driveway will be open. We love following your adventures!
So, we are on our maiden voyage of Full-Time RVing. Today was our first decent travel day since we started on 4/12. Tomorrow once again we have crazy winds coming and we are scrambling to find a place to park overnight....preferably free or cheap. Thanks for showing us that we are not alone.
Hello friends! We are at Lake Havasu City, AZ and we're keeping our eyes open. We are going to catch up with all you peeps one of these days. On our way to Lake Mead.
Hardly any CB’s on the west coast, we have found rest areas and some city/county parks that were good for overnighters. We are NOT boondockers. We like our water, power, sewer. It’s amazingly simple to find an RV park along the route except in some big city/metropolis areas. We sure enjoy your videos!
Whew...glad you didn't spill too many secrets about Matagorda...keep it secret. Keep it safe. Again, Great to meet Kyle...Carl next to our site in 'Gorda. We could see our camper at 1:01 neighbor! Wish we could have shared some fresh redfish. Crackerdocking....yeahhhhh....the few we have picked to dock were small and VERY not level. Slide out all the way into the flowers...and hot enough to fire up the generator for some AC. Sorry...not sorry. Crackerdocking is convenient, but unfortunately we weren't able to say long enough for breakfast since they don't open at the cracker of dawn (haahaha).
Find it interesting that all three trucks are really close. I would of thought the 250 would struggle. What does your traveling companions do? Odd to find one couple traveling but three?? Really enjoy your content. Keep up the good work.
The number is kinda irrelevant. 82 means very different things throughout the country. In the dry Nevada desert? No that’s not hot. In fact it’s rather comfortable. Downwind of the Great Lakes with that humidity? SWEATING YOUR BALLS OFF.
I remember clearly stopping at a Colorado McDonald’s and we were debating if jackets or a sweater was needed. It was 74° and breezy, as we entered a group of teenagers were whining about the heat, how unbearable it was, how hot, etc., we broke out laughing. 😊
CB is one of our favorite overnight spots, but some of them can be in high traffic areas with all-night noise. Casinos have been good. WalMart can be sketchy. We got a Harvest Hosts membership last year, and we've enjoyed HH sites so far. Harvest Hosts are quiet and interesting, but most of them lack the easy-off, easy-on accessibility of CB.
You just wait Hanks!!! Hahahaha when you have little kids you have little problems. When you have big kids you have big problems!!! Hahahahaha I'd prefer my cats over children any day any time anywhere hahaha
We have 118-gallon bed tank on our 2017 Denali dually. It saves a lot of time on those long road trips. From my RV transport days but saves us a lot of time on our annual camping road trips.
Love your video The Cracker Barrel in Durham NC write off I85 has nice RV parking pull through. But the restaurant just got a 76 Sanitation grade. Thats BAD
When you guys were talking about using the pee bag to hold snacks, it reminded me of working at the hospital and using a [clean] specimen collection hat to hold Halloween candy at the nurse’s station. Iykyk
You guys are just delightful! Especially since I see that we get better fuel mileage, AND, we have a solar panel, a LiPo4 battery, AND a generator, AND we don't even full time! Come on guys, get with it!!!
I just have to say that y'all are fabulous I cannot wait to meet you right now I live in an RV in someone's yard LOL I am renting it so I can learn to live in an RV like I am traveling and then I am going to get a van and build it out and travel the United States with my three dogs I cannot wait y'all have got me started on it and I loved it y'all are teaching me so much I can't wait to get started thank you for your all your help and advice
Never used a Pee Bag. In a Class C there is a pass through to the living section, you can pull over on an exit ramp and walk right back to the rest room without even stepping out of the vehicle. The concept seems primitive to me, so last millennium.
Kyle Pro tip on the DEF Fill it up at truck stops much easier using the DEF pump then the jugs, especially for you GM guys with the tank under the hood.
Cracker Barrel not sure if they still do but they always had free maps inside that list all the Cracker Barrel locations they want you to stay there in hopes you will come in for breakfast
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We love a Cracker Barrel. Always eat a meal and get some stuffs to show our gratitude!
Frequently do Cracker Barrel’s. Be sure to talk to the manager and always eat. Say thank you!
Haven’t stayed yet…
Never stayed at a Cracker Barrel. Never travel without a confirmed reservation. And why would you use a pee bag? You are towing a bathroom and a 40-gallon black tank. Pull over and use it. Certainly sounds preferable to trying to pee while traveling 60 mph.
CB rocks!!!
Here’s a tip for Cracker Barrel locations, look for the little RV or bus on the billboards. If there is a little RV, you can park over night. Not all CB’s allow overnight parking.
Love your videos be safe!!
right on Bubba,get a hotel room
That is not correct, that means that parking is available for buses and rv's. Always call ahead to make sure that overnight stays are available.
Thank you. That’s a great tip. I don’t RV. I drive a Prius, which apparently people sometimes live in. I would just want to be able to park among the somewhat civilized people. Walmart has lost its appeal. I want my park amongst the civilized folks and live to tell about the experience.
Lmao @@Red_Queens_Jubilee_Club
Love u guys
Dogs prepare you for children, cats prepare you for teenagers
😂😂😂😂😂 that’s true!
I was literally at a Cracker Barrel while watching this. I use them a lot. 🙂 Much better than Walmart.
Not much better, just much different
I stayed at several Cracker Barrels on my trip from Ga. to Maine last year. As a senior, solo traveler, along with my dog, the best CB was in Portland, Maine. Always felt safe and called ahead to make sure they have overnight parking. Had my meal to go and was able to relax in my RV and there were always several other overnighters there.
RV Trip Wizard has an entry under trip settings that allows you to select your average driving speed versus using the routing engine estimate. Just increase that as needed until you get estimates that match your average travel time (Trip Settings, Routing and Driving, RV Routing, "Use My Average Driving Speed").
Thanks, Craig!
Ooh, thank you for the awesome tip!!!
You two are true boondockers. No solar, no extra batteries, no generator. I couldn't do it. I love my air, heat, TV, and Internet. We have thought about boon docking, but I have to have my creature comforts. I'm getting older. Y'all are young. You can put up with it. I would consider a power station for emergencies. Just a thought. Enjoyed the video. You two are so funny. 😎
Great point!
I am 80 and never have been a tv watcher...books are my go to...but ac and heat are definitely necessities.
Dogs prepare you for babies, cats prepare you for teenagers. You are ahead of the game!
Forgot to give Dexter a pee bag! Lol, love ALL of your videos guys! Thank you for what you do to make us laugh. Eat at Cracker Barrel.
My cat did the same meowing all the time inside the crate on travel days. I eventually let him out and now he lays down quietly sleeping in the back seat 80% of the trips. He just hated that small crate.
Our cat was the same. Now he rides free- some sleeping in the back seat, some hanging out on the center console in the front seat.
My kitty rides free inside class A 32 ft, she loves it, crate is only used for car car runs ,lol
Same! Our girl hated the crate, we let her roam in the cab and she was happy as a clam 😂
Well cats have bladders too. They get thirsty and hungry just like hoomans.
Our 4 cats ride free. We have a single, large kennel that stays open, which they can choose to hang out in or on. They’re closed in the kennel before doors are opened. There’s also a litter box in the cab for them. They shard the space with a giant dog (used to be 2). Truck shopping means making sure the pets fit.
Oh, one more thing, it's better to get to Cracker Barrel early if you want a spot, they seem to fill up quick!
Right on!
Love watching your videos & appreciate all the work it takes. You guys are awesome! Renee’ you have the prettiest blue eyes! Your children will be gorgeous 😊
You should stop at a QT (Quik Trip) some time. Their truck stops have plenty of room. But so do most of their non truck stop locations. They’ve just started adding RV specific spots and amenities at a few locations.
its so great to see the two of you out there each week. Especially now that it has been five years in the making. Great job, congratulations! Should i survive my medical issues, I plan to get out there and... "Let er Rip' myself in a year or so. Going from Boating to RVing. Thank you for helping me pass my days waiting on another doctors appointment. If I may, can or would you consider a harness of some type verses crating up Dexie during those long trips? I'm afraid I too, would have some "Salty Britches" LOL Stay well. P.S. 82 degrees in NOT hot, keep heading west... LOL
We FT in a MH so my spouse can get up and use our rest room, get something to drink, etc. any time she likes (within reason of course) - no peepee bag for us. BTW, we passed through Kerrville last Sunday. We overnighted at the Westbound I-10 rest area just east of there. We liked it because it has little pavilions for picnicking and a free dump station too.
Oh nice! Good to know
WOW!!! I didn’t realize a rest stop may have a dump station!!! Thanks❣️
Someone is delusional about children. Good idea to wait😂 love a Mom of 5 that had 5 car screaming babies for 18 months stretches the past 12 years. Screaming baby. Inconsolable in the car. All of them. Just my experience? We are ready for the road now that our 2 year old loves the car😅
We have a new 5er with the pull down stairs (which I had decided against after watching a previous video of yours), oh vell, it came with the package. Well on our way down to So FL in January this year CB was pretty packed tight, needed to put our bed slide out and leave those stairs down! Glad we had big cones! Hate those long drive days but hubby is very destination oriented, we had already lost 1/2 a day due to severe storms. We left from 10 degrees in CO, got to Shreveport in 2 days. Ugh!
I ❤your videos!
Wow, nice traveling!
Geoff's formula: The percentage of Cats that like car rides is equal to the percentage of Dogs that don't like car rides.
Thanks hanks!!! I’m enjoying watching your trip! I’m hoping to go more full time/part time in the near future. The Cracker Barrel tips really help!! Love your fun! Keep it up!!
Glad to see you guys out there having fun! Even though I'm not a newby I like all your tips and ideas. Keep them coming. Mike B in FL.
Thanks Mike!
Great video, as usual. I would love to know how you pull off the drone footage of the three rigs in busy areas. 🤔
Lots of extra planning! Takes about 45 mins off the trip just to get a 30 second shot
@@HappilyEverHanks you mean you don’t have a private helicopter following you around for those shots? LOL thanks for your time and dedication for the videos hanks!
@happilyeverhanks …… For the love of God, please get yourselves a genny and some solar! Every time y’all boondock like this, y’all give me so much anxiety lol I may just be stressed out more than you are 😂😂😂
Hey, we went to Buc-ees! 4 TIMES! and 4-5 Cracker Barrels! We used your advise on everyone of them and used your NAME!. Hope that's not a problem....Hmm. We also used the TDS fuel CARD! Only way to go! At north of 65, were not quite ready to "Full time" just yet....Need to figure out how to take the chickens.....? Ideas?
Love that! Thanks so much 🤗 I’ll ask Dex about the chickens lol
We are leaving Michigan May 1st for 5 months in Alaska. Going to try to boondock most of the time
catching up gotta love a good crackerbarrel .. looks like they havent fixed I 10 potholes ???
SERIOULSY!!! YOU GUYS.... have the best fricken RV video's out there! I am so thoroughly entertained watching your videos! Thank you for being together and being so hilarious. I am going to be new at the RV life. I'm on my own now after losing my husband in Feb of this year. I'm going to be 68 in August and I'm the retired bus driver (school buses and charter buses) and I was the drivers boss too so I'm a very good one to live this way and keep up with the stresses. The thing is is I have 6 cats. Do you think I can do it? I am planning on an outside zipped screened tent for them and a tunnel going out one of the windows to it. (once parked). Happy travels and thanks so much for who you guys are! Wish I could RV with you at some point. Same park... same time??
Kathy, sorry to hear of the loss of your husband...but good for you on keeping life interesting! My wife and I just bought a new Cougar, got my 3/4 ton Tuesday and ready to get out there next week! We are newbies but so was everybody else once! :) Enjoy...and hope to see you out there!
Kathy, you can absolutely do it! I have w dogs and 2 cats who are my world!! When I take out my travel trailer, they all go with me. Most important thing of all is keeping the furkids safe! If your furkids can claw through anything they’re not safe. Keep yourself and your furbabies safe out there!!
Very sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss, Kathy, but you can definitely do it. You've spent a long time driving a bus, so a motorhome may fit you better. It's the same as driving a bus. Pick an appropriate vehicle to tow behind it, and you'll be great.
If you prefer a 5th wheel, that's great, too.
Depending on where you park, the screened tent may work or not. Most parks are fine with gazebos, but some consider them separate camping units. Only 1 camping unit per site, at most parks, so if they treat it like a tent, then no. If they treat it like a gazebo, then probably ok. The other issue may be wind. Open areas like beach camping, many spots out west, and all of Florida are windy.
Don't sweat the little stuff like that. You'll figure out what works and what does not for your situation. Just be flexible. Most of all, HAVE FUN!
See you on the road!
@@dnrsvp that's great info. Didn't think about the parks might look at it as another camp spot. I will remember that. Thank you. Be safe out there!
You can plug into your friends rv and have power. 😅
Enjoy you both and DeX! Wishing only open roads and great camping locations for you!!
I boon docked at the Kerrville Crackle Barrel with my dog for the Eclipse. It was great
Please get to the point about RV Etiquette in your videos. That would be helpful.
Love you guys!! I look forward to your Thursday videos!!! Thank You!!!
FYI camper slides should not be extended without being leveled. You risk knocking slide off track if the camper is not level so staying hooked up may not be the best advice and may result in some headaches to say the least
Absolutely! We couldn't have such a better ourselves. It's best not to take shortcuts, but to do the due diligence upfront ensuring that you skip out on those headaches in the end 🙂 Thank you for your support and for your great feedback!
Great video Hanks always wondered about staying at a cracker barrel. Always look forward to hanks Thursday
love cracker barrel and i hope they never change
That's the emptiest cracker barrel parking lot I have ever seen. Try RV Parky.
I'm super confused, watched this video twice now. What etiquette did you break?
Opening up the slides
@@reayd999 is that not supposed to happen? What if you have to to get to your restroom and bedroom?
You folks are adorable, hilarious, and entertaining as heck. Thank you for making me smile...again and again and again.
Totally love them! ❤️
Hahahaha!! @69 I just have a cat.....after 4 chitlins 😊 pets are easier 😂
What do you care if you end free overnights at CB?
You clearly dont
Just heard about CB parking yesterday, and wasn't really sure if I believed it or not...Thanks for a great vid and clearing it up for me! New subscriber, and looking forward to more tips from y'all during my 6 week cross-country trip starting next week (9-6-23). Happy RVing everyone, see ya on the road! 😃
My wife and I LOVE your videos ! We've learned so much, and made many purchases and notes based on your videos ! Our first RV was a 20 foot teardrop camper, and we had many wonderful adventures in it. We are now in our fifties, our kids are grown up and moved out of the house, so what did we do ? We bought a fifth wheel ! We live in Southwest Ohio. If you ever are in the area and need a place to stay, let us know. We have a 30 amp dedicated hookup, free of charge. Letting 'er rip in the house bathroom is also free of charge. We love cribbage, and would enjoy a four player game with you.
I’ve done Cracker Barrel once, on a busy road. Was so noisy, but good.
Road noise is our sound machine! LOL
Cracker Barrel is a favorite. I do usually get one meal and sometimes succumb to a piece of clothing or two. Glazed chicken breast or mearloaf!
I don't even pull out my steps, use only the driver door. (class C)
Food is too good!
Never stayed at a Cracker Barrel. What are your thoughts on safety for single woman given that they aren’t open 24 hours?
If you feel uneasy about overnighting behind a shopping center where they turn off the parking lot lights after the stores close, then CB may not be your best option. Truck stops are likely your safest option; they are well lit, and (usually) open 24/7. They usually have security cameras covering the parking lot, which is a deterrent. Highway rest areas are also a good option for the same reasons. Walmart, while no longer open 24/7, also is generally well lit and has cameras.
I love Cracker Barrel, will always support them!! You said, maybe go get something t eat there ? As my wife says, try to get me to leave!! LOL
I couldn’t care less what corner has a Cracker Barrel, but H-E-B is one of the greatest places on earth to go for food. I moved from Texas to West Virginia in 2017. I still say I’m going to H-E-B. It’s a mystery. Is she hallucinating, or is she planning a long distance grocery trip? The best grocery store in this area, Martin’s, can’t compare.
Hope you are enjoying West Virginia! What a beautiful part of the country 😊 We still have yet to visit a H-E-B or a Martin's, but we will certainly keep your comment in mind! Thank you for all your support - Kyle and Renee
Morn guy's. I don't want to get personal but can I ask how in the world do you guys' afford these good times with such nice rigs? Truck, 5th wheel and maintenance alone. Not including everyday needs. I know, your 1st trip out you found the rainbow with the pot of gold!! lol Thank You and stay safe.
Hi there! Thank you for your wonderful support. We can only speak for ourselves, but to give you a little back story..we started off as travel nurses working in the ER. We worked extremely hard over 3 years to completely pay off our debt (Dave Ramsey). Once the truck and RV were paid for, it allowed us to continue saving for expenses such as what you listed above 😃
NO PEE BAGS, IF YOU DON'T HAVE TIME TO STOP TO GO PEE, THEN TOO BAD STOP ANYWAY!
Great vid. Love that you guys are on an adventure with friends. You do need another battery, maybe solar. A genny would be nice also. Keep the vids coming and thanks for the Cracker Barrel info.
It looks like you are at the Cracker Barrel in Kerrville. I live in Kerrville.
Although my cat calmed down after several years of travel, she never did stop squawking completely during travel. After about the third day, she had enough. She passed last year. 😮💨I still miss her terribly.
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I remember being young and not minding at all driving long distances but I'm not sure about doing that with a 5th wheel. I've never pulled one and I'm 61 now. I'm just thinking the trailer tugging & pushing on the truck would get old, unless they are designed better than that. We did recently buy a 20 year old Class A so.... Gotta get back in the big truck, driving a ways, mindset this Spring.
Hi there! Congrats on getting a Class A! We have always wanted one of those 🙂 we don’t like driving extended distances all the time, but some days it’s nice just to get it over with and get to your destination so that you can relax and enjoy. Thank you for your support and for watching our videos - Kyle and Renee
It is nice you have Cracker Barrel’s around. They had 4 of them here in Oregon but they just closed 3 of them this month. Also, the Cabela’s in Eugene does not allow over night camping.
We don’t own a RV but enjoy watching ur videos 👍😊
Really great comedy! Luv it.
😂😢😅 never use those bags we bring our personal bathroom with us so you can stop easily anywhere for a potty break. FLEXIBILITY IS REQUIRED FOR RV LIFE
I drive behind in the car and 2 of my 3 boys usually ride with me. The 8 year always has to pee before we can stop and it’s always an “emergency”. I have learned to keep a Starbucks frap bottle with me. He thinks it’s hilarious to pee in the bottle while we’re moving!! (Just gotta watch the potholes😬). Then we seal it up and dispose of it at our next stop. I don’t think I’d be ok with those pee bags though. Not enough structure! 😂
Not a bad plan at all!
Are the couple with the small car hauling it in the back of their 5th-wheel? I Didn't believe that most any 5th-wheels could have a ramp for that much weight.
Great questions, no, they drove their vehicle separately!
adn to think i'm so old i used to do this withOUT power. 😎
For a second I thought you said CB's were quiet. Most (many) are located right next to the interstate and there is lots of road noise.
Yall are in my old stomping grounds! I knew you were close to Kerrville just by the terrain on I-10. Hope you stopped at Cooper's in Junction and got some AMAZING BBQ.
Wish I was out there with you guys. Looks like you’re having a good time to put some miles on. I travel with the cattle dog and a Bengal cat and Rosie runs free in the truck while I’m driving. I have a little carrier for when she goes to sleep sometimes and if I need to, I can walk her in there, but I don’t know that she’s free. She likes looking at the window watching the trucks. Wish you guys the best. Safe travels sending you positive energy from Porter Ranch, California.
Cracker barrel was always a great place to stay, and yummy food 😋
Hi. I was surprise to see you guys putting the leveling jacks down. Or did I not see that ? Awning really ? Whoa.
We just put them down a little bit, not full weight
Yes you guys have the best videos ever agreed 👍🏼
We love boondocking! We love CB! Hey, you guys better check in next time you are in the area. The driveway will be open. We love following your adventures!
So, we are on our maiden voyage of Full-Time RVing. Today was our first decent travel day since we started on 4/12. Tomorrow once again we have crazy winds coming and we are scrambling to find a place to park overnight....preferably free or cheap. Thanks for showing us that we are not alone.
OK how do you get the arial views while driving??!! "asking for a friend!"
A lot of coordination 😄 We have been having Kyle & our friend Keith coordinate these arial views with the drone.
Hello friends! We are at Lake Havasu City, AZ and we're keeping our eyes open. We are going to catch up with all you peeps one of these days. On our way to Lake Mead.
I wish my cat would like to travel, he's like a 1000 meows/mile.
Bob! We totally know how that feels as well 😄 Dexter definitely has his moments. Thank you for watching!
You guys are gonna have cute kids!
Jane and I just spent 4 days in Big Bend.
Hardly any CB’s on the west coast, we have found rest areas and some city/county parks that were good for overnighters. We are NOT boondockers. We like our water, power, sewer. It’s amazingly simple to find an RV park along the route except in some big city/metropolis areas.
We sure enjoy your videos!
Thank you for another great video! I look forward to every Thursday.
Thanks, Andrea!
Whew...glad you didn't spill too many secrets about Matagorda...keep it secret. Keep it safe. Again, Great to meet Kyle...Carl next to our site in 'Gorda. We could see our camper at 1:01 neighbor! Wish we could have shared some fresh redfish. Crackerdocking....yeahhhhh....the few we have picked to dock were small and VERY not level. Slide out all the way into the flowers...and hot enough to fire up the generator for some AC. Sorry...not sorry. Crackerdocking is convenient, but unfortunately we weren't able to say long enough for breakfast since they don't open at the cracker of dawn (haahaha).
We really enjoy Cracker Barrel! It is so kind of them to allow we RV'ers to stay.
Find it interesting that all three trucks are really close. I would of thought the 250 would struggle. What does your traveling companions do? Odd to find one couple traveling but three?? Really enjoy your content. Keep up the good work.
Tx Loves the villes,brownsville,kingsville,beevile, greeville,brucevile,halletsville,gatesville,gainsville,on and on. Got to love Tx.
Stephenville
Great video, you guys are the best! 😂❤
82 is not hot
Anything above 76 F for sure is!
54 feels warm in Michigan lol
The number is kinda irrelevant. 82 means very different things throughout the country. In the dry Nevada desert? No that’s not hot. In fact it’s rather comfortable.
Downwind of the Great Lakes with that humidity? SWEATING YOUR BALLS OFF.
I remember clearly stopping at a Colorado McDonald’s and we were debating if jackets or a sweater was needed. It was 74° and breezy, as we entered a group of teenagers were whining about the heat, how unbearable it was, how hot, etc., we broke out laughing. 😊
@@HappilyEverHanks- Visit Texas when it’s 105°+ and humid. LOL! 😂
You two (and Dexter) are so cute! I ❤ that you all keep it real for those of us that are dreaming of the RV Life. Thanks, Hanks!
Dexter is the CEO and does a great job!
CB is one of our favorite overnight spots, but some of them can be in high traffic areas with all-night noise. Casinos have been good. WalMart can be sketchy. We got a Harvest Hosts membership last year, and we've enjoyed HH sites so far. Harvest Hosts are quiet and interesting, but most of them lack the easy-off, easy-on accessibility of CB.
Very true!
Which one of you first decided to full-time rv?
We both agreed on it together 🙂 This was our avenue into travel nursing!
You just wait Hanks!!! Hahahaha when you have little kids you have little problems. When you have big kids you have big problems!!! Hahahahaha I'd prefer my cats over children any day any time anywhere hahaha
You guys are so weird. That's why I like watching
Love it 😄 Thank you for your great support, Jacob!
Hello Hanks. Great video once again. Not a pro at much here. But thanks Hanks for the Hanks Time i need that too.
Love crackerdocking
I don’t have to fill my truck too often, 130 gallon tank
Now that's the way to do it! I need to get on your level 😎 Stay safe!
We have 118-gallon bed tank on our 2017 Denali dually. It saves a lot of time on those long road trips. From my RV transport days but saves us a lot of time on our annual camping road trips.
Love your video The Cracker Barrel in Durham NC write off I85 has nice RV parking pull through. But the restaurant just got a 76 Sanitation grade. Thats BAD
Does Ney Ney's captivating right eyebrow have a name? She should, such character!
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I'm so happy y'all are enjoying the great State of Texas 😊💜❤️💜❤️
When you guys were talking about using the pee bag to hold snacks, it reminded me of working at the hospital and using a [clean] specimen collection hat to hold Halloween candy at the nurse’s station. Iykyk
You guys are just delightful! Especially since I see that we get better fuel mileage, AND, we have a solar panel, a LiPo4 battery, AND a generator, AND we don't even full time! Come on guys, get with it!!!
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I just have to say that y'all are fabulous I cannot wait to meet you right now I live in an RV in someone's yard LOL I am renting it so I can learn to live in an RV like I am traveling and then I am going to get a van and build it out and travel the United States with my three dogs I cannot wait y'all have got me started on it and I loved it y'all are teaching me so much I can't wait to get started thank you for your all your help and advice
Never used a Pee Bag. In a Class C there is a pass through to the living section, you can pull over on an exit ramp and walk right back to the rest room without even stepping out of the vehicle. The concept seems primitive to me, so last millennium.
We usually stay at Cracker Barrel all the time. We never park in rv spots, to tight. We chose the outer rim so we have room and can open our one slide
Kyle
Pro tip on the DEF
Fill it up at truck stops much easier using the DEF pump then the jugs, especially for you GM guys with the tank under the hood.
As always love the channel content ❤️👍 Merch suggestion… ball caps 🧢 😊
Cracker Barrel not sure if they still do but they always had free maps inside that list all the Cracker Barrel locations they want you to stay there in hopes you will come in for breakfast