Bob Difley Archives - Page 17 of 30

Silicone Steamer makes steaming veggies, fish easy

March 16, 2017March 16, 2017 Bob

By Bob Difley From the microwave to the stove, the OXO Good Grips Silicone Steamer makes steaming simple. High walls keep food from falling into boiling water and a large center makes the Steamer perfect for fillets of fish and other large food items. The pleats on the Steamer make it flexible enough to fit into many different pot... Read More

Repeal of Fish & Wildlife rule bad for wildlife

March 16, 2017December 18, 2017 Bob

For many of us RVers, wildlife watching rates at or near the top of the list of why we chose to become RVers, and we also rate our National Parks and National and State Wildlife Refuges at the top of our destination and most-visited lists for the same reason. At Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks, herds of bison often... Read More

On-the-go charging with Phoenix Briefcase Generator

March 16, 2017March 15, 2017 Bob

By Bob Difley The Phoenix Briefcase Generator, an all-in-one portable solar power system, was specifically designed for mobile, off-grid and emergency applications. This compact, lightweight backup system combines two highly efficient Renogy 10W Monocrystalline Solar Panels and is capable of expanding up to 120 watts. The Phoenix’s 16Ah Li-ion(NMC) battery is replaceable, offering the capability of limitless power for on-the-go... Read More

Conservation: An RV dry camping key

March 14, 2017December 15, 2017 Russ De Maris

By Bob Difley When you stop for a night or two of dry-camping while on the road or spend a weekend in a non-hookup campsite like in a state park or forest service campground, you probably won’t top out your waste tanks, empty your water tank, or flatten your batteries. Camp longer than that, and you may need to... Read More

Fix your own RV? Here are some tips

March 14, 2017December 19, 2017 Russ De Maris

By Bob Difley If you find RV repair facilities expensive, you are not alone. And maybe you feel that you don’t have the skills to perform certain repairs yourself, which would save considerably on both parts and labor. Before you take your rig to the shop the next time, consider these steps to determine whether you might be able... Read More

Common sense guidelines for boondockers

March 10, 2017December 20, 2017 RV Staff

Here’s a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking. Hi Bob, Q. I’ve just started boondocking and one negative aspect of it is that I find some of the places I find to camp can be a bit trashy and unpleasant. But unlike campgrounds with rules that make camping attractive for all users, there doesn’t seem to be a... Read More

Seven-in-one Instant Pot provides easy meals

March 9, 2017March 10, 2017 Bob

By Bob Difley The best-selling Instant Pot DUO60 (rated 4.7 out of 5 stars on Amazon, with almost 17,000 customer reviews) is a smart electric multi-functional cooker created for fast-paced, health-oriented and green-conscious lifestyles with the objectives of being safe, convenient and dependable. Instant Pot is a kitchen partner that is easy to use and clean and has extensive... Read More

Handy Gate tailgate lifts loads to and from pickup bed

March 8, 2017March 8, 2017 Bob

By Bob Difley Ultra-Fab Products’ new Handy Gate takes the strain out of moving heavy items, such as handicap mobility scooters, ATVs, golf carts plus many other heavy items from home to your favorite recreation area without the strain of physical lifting. Handy Gate is a tailgate lift that easily elevates loads of up to 1,000 pounds from the... Read More

Where to get water when boondocking across USA?

March 2, 2017March 3, 2017 RV Staff

Here’s a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking. Hello Bob, My boyfriend and I are about to leave south Florida for a trip to California, stopping at as many National Parks as possible. We love to boondock, and are looking forward to staying at state and national campgrounds along the way. My question is this: Where do you... Read More

Versatile strainer collapses, folds flat for storage

March 2, 2017March 3, 2017 Bob

By Bob Difley If you are an RVer you likely look for stuff that folds, comes apart, deflates, or collapses to fit into your already constrained storage spaces. New materials and processes are now making more and more utility items into reduced versions for efficient storage. The Collapsible Kitchen Colander by Comfify is the ideal workhorse for cooking and... Read More

Your pooch travels in comfort with Doggy Backseat Platform

March 1, 2017February 26, 2017 Bob

By Bob Difley I don’t travel with nor currently possess a pet (dog, cat, or bird) but I have had all of them at one time in my life and realize their importance to many RVers as companions on their road-wandering travels. But I also know that your canine friends would rather be outside running than cooped up in... Read More

When, how and why to use a dehumidifier

February 24, 2017January 8, 2018 RV Staff

Here’s a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking. Dear Bob, (Edited for brevity.) I am a fairly new RVer (and) have been reading up on dehumidifiers. Is it recommended to have one? How often do you use it? Should I keep one on while it is parked in the driveway? And when do I use it when traveling?... Read More