The RV Atlas Blog

Thoughts on camping, parenting, and travel.

08 Aug
The Camco Travel Toilet: How We Use It and Why We Love It

The Camco Travel Toilet: How We Use It and Why We Love It

If you are like us, and spend as much time as possible in the great outdoors, then you know that it is not fun getting stuck without a bathroom when you really need to go. It’s happened to everyone at some point or another. It’s bad enough when you are traveling alone or with another adult–but it can get really bad and really messy when you are traveling with kids that NEED TO GO NOW. (And they always need to go NOW don’t they?) That’s why we take a Camco Travel Toilet with us on many of our camping and... Read More
26 May
Camco’s Big Red Campfire: 12 Reasons Why We Love It

Camco’s Big Red Campfire: 12 Reasons Why We Love It

We love a traditional campfire just as much as anyone else does. But we also think that having a portable propane firepit like Camco’s Big Red Campfire can be incredibly useful for a wide variety of reasons. In fact, we have started to think of our Big Red Campfire as an essential piece of camping kit. We keep it in the front storage bin of our RV so we always have it at the campground when we need it. Have you been thinking about adding a propane firepit like the Big Red Campfire to your growing collection of camping gear? If so, here... Read More
25 Apr
15 Tips for Getting the Most Out of an RVshare Rental

15 Tips for Getting the Most Out of an RVshare Rental

Have you ever thought about renting an RV but found yourself a little nervous before booking your trip? While many of us are familiar with renting cars, renting an RV may seem like a more stressful experience. But it doesn’t have to be. While it may have a few more steps than renting a car it can definitely be a smooth and enjoyable process. RVshare is an RV rental marketplace that has tons of resources to make renting an RV easy and fun.  Whether you want to rent an RV to go on an epic road trip with friends, try an RV before you buy one,... Read More
01 Feb
Which Solo Stove Should I Get for Camping?

Which Solo Stove Should I Get for Camping?

More and more tent campers and RV owners are bringing portable fire pits like the Solo Stove camping with them. But why are they bringing Solo Stove fire pits to the campground if they have fire pits there already? And what Solo Stove models are good for camping? Let’s take a look at this relatively new phenomenon and then briefly review each of the Solo Stove models in case you want to toss one in the back of your truck and join the party. So why are some tent campers and RV owners bringing a Solo Stove with them when they camp?... Read More
18 Nov
9 Reasons Why the Aventon Sinch Step-Through Electric Bike is Perfect For RVing

9 Reasons Why the Aventon Sinch Step-Through Electric Bike is Perfect For RVing

If you are intrigued by the idea of purchasing foldable eBikes for your RV adventures, then take a good look at the Aventon Sinch Step-Through. The brand new Sinch is an incredibly good looking eBIke that also boasts a fine-tuned fit and finish that will please the pickiest camper. It is easy to fold and store in your RV or truck, and it will perform on sand, grass, gravel, snow, and pavement. We recently tested two Aventon Sinch Step-Through models in Cape May, New Jersey for four days–and had an absolute blast doing so. The four inch... Read More
11 Oct
The Generac GB1000 is Perfect For Camping and Day Tripping: Here’s Why

The Generac GB1000 is Perfect For Camping and Day Tripping: Here’s Why

After spending ten days testing one of them, we think it is fair to say that the new Generac GB1000 is perfect portable power station for camping, day tripping, and emergency use. Our family used the GB1000 for a variety of different purposes over that 10-day time period. We hauled It to the beach so that we could make coffee in the back of our truck after a morning of surfing in cooler water.  We brought it to a full day soccer tournament to help keep all of our devices charged–and we also kept it topped off during a hurricane, but... Read More
25 Aug
The Hershey RV Show: 6 Tips for Enjoying America’s Largest RV Show

The Hershey RV Show: 6 Tips for Enjoying America’s Largest RV Show

What do you need to know about the Hershey RV Show? America’s Largest RV Show, more commonly known as the Hershey RV Show, rolls into Pennsylvania every September like clockwork. This year the show takes place from September 14-18, 2022. Parking is free, but tickets must be purchased online. Tickets will then be emailed, and you can print them out or present a QR code at the gate. General admission is $12 in advance or $14 on the day of the event. Shoppers can purchase a three-day ticket in advance for $25 or $30 day of event. There are... Read More

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