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2018 Forest River Wildwood 187RB
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New Pop Up Hard Side 2018 Rockwood 215HW A Frame Camper
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ClayZilla introduces all-in-one scratch eliminator
(May 17, 2017) -- ClayZilla XL not only completely replaces a clay bar but, in just seconds, it also becomes a scratch eliminator. Simply take the ZillaPad off and replace it with the Scratch Eliminator pad, and then use ClayZilla XL with Wipe-Out Scratch Eliminator to literally remove surface scratches.
Prime Time introduces new Tracer Breeze
(May 17, 2017) -- "We've struck the perfect balance of affordability for the budget-conscious family with a long list of features that will look impressive pulling into the campground. The new Tracer Breeze will create a comfortable, convenient and satisfying camping experience," said Miller.
Rhino-Rack offers range of rooftop trays for vehicles
(May 16, 2017) -- Loading, unloading and securing loads is made easy. Users simply slide goods on and off the roof and secure them to the bars or utilize the C-channel rail design and additional eyebolts.
Shurhold introduces new package designs
(May 16, 2017) -- "With Shurhold and Yacht Brite packaging, we had two very different product characters," said Berhoff. "Not only does the new packaging provide a clean, modern look, but it also unifies our brand identity."
DiSeal introduces white sizing options
(May 15, 2017) -- Dicor Products has expanded its white DiSeal Sealing Tape Roll offerings by introducing new roll length options for customers. In addition to the existing 50-foot long rolls the product is now available in rolls that are 12.5 and 25-foot long.
Cupsy gives your drink legs
(May 9, 2017) -- The Cupsy is an innovative cup holder with cool removable legs that reliably keeps beverages from spilling and devices from getting lost. It looks like a car cup holder, but since it's portable, it can be used on the couch, in bed, even as floating cup holder.
WD-40 releases 3-in-1 RV slideout silicone lube
(May 2, 2017) -- "We're excited to add 3-In-One RVcare Slide-Out Silicone Lube and Window and Track Dry Lube to the 3-In-One family because it provides easy-to-use solutions that prevent frustrating equipment issues and makes maintenance a breeze so RV owners can be confident their investment is protected," said Lesmeister
New display available for Iosso E-Z Snap Lubricant
(May 3, 2017) -- The eye-catching display holds 24 tubes of E-Z Snap. It lists the features and benefits of the product, and has an American flag to denote that it's made in the United States. The dealer cost of the display with 24 1.5 oz. tubes of E-Z Snap is approximately $86.40.
Dometic introduces new PowerChannel Awning Rail
(May 3, 2017) -- Dometic today released its new PowerChannel Awning Hardware Rail which provides power to accessories such as an LED light, a wireless speaker, and a fan to extend enjoyment outdoors.
Stromberg modifies Lend-A-Hand for larger steps
(May 1, 2017) -- The AM-533 assist rail has the same footprint and brackets as the company's standard AM-200, AM-300 and AM-800 Lend-A-Hand rails, but it is designed to work with the new Torklift, MORryde and Lippert Components fold-down steps.

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New Forest River service policy irks RV dealers

Out of cash, Born Free shuts its doors

OPINION: The RV/MH Hall of Fame has it backward

Motocross champ joins Pacific Coachworks team

Jayco recalls 13,049 RVs for excessive LED light heat

Self-sustaining Nissan Titan camper unveiled

Is it a tiny house or a RV? Maybe both?

Enjoy lunch with Lemonis for just $495

New app wants to be 'Uber' of camping

Rich retirees hoarding cash out of fear

Winnebago expands warranty on diesel motorhomes

Three ways Ford Transit is reviving RV market

Forest River fire damage assessed at $279,000

Podcast 137: WiFi Ranger SkyPro

Youngest 'Larry' now leads Toppers RV Center

Kelly Price is Entrepreneur of the Year finalist

How Camp Native takes the camping world by storm

Passport America releases new app

Podcast 134: Tom Wirth with Huntington Bank

IN: 2 firefighters injured in Forest River building fire

Total household debt reaches record high

Lippert Components names sales manager

Gigi Stetler featured in Mother's Day profile

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New Forest River service policy irks RV dealers
New Forest River service policy irks RV dealers (May 18, 2017) -- According to the new policy, to the full extent permitted by law, Forest River reserves the right to withhold dealer indemnification if dealer fails to comply with any of the dealer requirements in this addendum.
Out of cash, Born Free shuts its doors
Out of cash, Born Free shuts its doors (May 18, 2017) -- "The only information I have to post at this time is that the Born Free factory is closed until further notice. When and if the company receives an infusion of additional cooperating capital, then it will reopen," an employee wrote on a forum post.
OPINION: The RV/MH Hall of Fame has it backward
OPINION: The RV/MH Hall of Fame has it backward (May 16, 2017) -- When I planned a road trip from North Carolina to the Midwest this month, it was for the motivating reason to visit the RV/MH Hall of Fame and Museum in Elkhart. I was excited to experience fresh inspiration and new innovation in the RV industry. Instead what I got was a reality check to the atrophy of an industry's history.
Motocross champ joins Pacific Coachworks team
Motocross champ joins Pacific Coachworks team (May 17, 2017) -- "Sean has had extensive experience with being integrated with our toy hauler demographics," said Daily. "The motorcross/supercross and RV industry truly go hand in hand and we are excited to have Sean on our team."
Jayco recalls 13,049 RVs for excessive LED light heat
Jayco recalls 13,049 RVs for excessive LED light heat (May 15, 2017) -- Jayco is recalling 13,047 2017 Jay Flight Bungalow, Hummingbird, White Hawk, Jay Flight SLX, Jay Feather 7, Jay Feather and Jay Flight fifth wheel RVs because the LED ceiling lights may produce excessive heat, NHTSA reported.
Self-sustaining Nissan Titan camper unveiled
(May 15, 2017) -- Nissan has turned the Titan XD pickup truck into a self-sustaining camper that can go virtually anywhere. Named Project Basecamp, the concept was introduced at the Overland Expo 2017 West in Arizona.
Is it a tiny house or a RV? Maybe both?
Is it a tiny house or a RV? Maybe both? (May 15, 2017) --When you see Shawn McClellan's prototype model that launched his business, Slim House RVs, you might ask: "Is that a tiny house or a recreational vehicle?"
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Enjoy lunch with Lemonis for just $495
Enjoy lunch with Lemonis for just $495 (May 18, 2017) -- At $495 per person, the lunch is pricey, but it does feature a question-and-answer session and gives ticket holders "platinum" level seating, just one section away from the main stage at the Ultimate Wealth and Achievement Summit.
New app wants to be 'Uber' of camping
(May 17, 2017) -- Tentrr, a free iPhone app that takes the guesswork out of camping lets users find and instantly book fully private campsites in vetted, bucolic settings, all within a few hours' drive of major cities.
Rich retirees hoarding cash out of fear
Rich retirees hoarding cash out of fear (May 16, 2017) -- Last year, a study in the Journal of Financial Planning found that the wealthiest fifth of U.S. retirees were spending 53 percent less than they could have. Researchers looked at all the logical reasons why affluent retirees might be so tight-fisted, Bloomberg reported.
Winnebago expands warranty on diesel motorhomes
Winnebago expands warranty on diesel motorhomes (March 17, 2017) -- Called Carefree Diesel Days, the offer extends the warranty on Winnebago "diesel pushers" to three years or 100,000 miles-a significant increase from the standard limited warranty of 12 months or 15,000 miles.
Three ways Ford Transit is reviving RV market
(May 18, 2017) -- Ford is teaming up with Winnebago and using its 2017 Ford Transit to breathe new life into the motorhome market.
Forest River fire damage assessed at $279,000
Forest River fire damage assessed at $279,000 (May 16, 2017) -- Fire personnel arrived on scene to find flames shooting through the roof on the front portion of the building . The remainder of the roof collapsed within a few minutes, causing large sections of wall to collapse as well, the South Bend Tribune reported.
Podcast 137: WiFi Ranger SkyPro
Podcast 137: WiFi Ranger SkyPro (May 18, 2017) -- This week's podcast focuses on one of the more troubling aspects of the RV lifestyle which pertains to difficulty connecting to the Internet while on the road. This week's guest -- Evan Sorenson, a brand developer for WiFi Ranger -- provides information on a new product that can help RVers enjoy better connections - whether using wireless or cellular data. WiFi Ranger's new SkyPro device works to boost wireless connections, while tapping into multiple cellular carriers to deliver a more consistent experience.
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Youngest 'Larry' now leads Toppers RV Center
Youngest 'Larry' now leads Toppers RV Center (May 19, 2017) -- The "youngest Larry," Lawrence Allen Troutt, III, has just been named general manager after his father, Lawrence Allen Troutt, Jr., stepped down from this role passing the torch to his son. Larry Jr. will remain active as president, owner, and liaison for the business.
Kelly Price is Entrepreneur of the Year finalist
Kelly Price is Entrepreneur of the Year finalist (May 18, 2017) -- "Kelly built an amazingly mission-centric company, focused on providing top-notch and transparent service to every agent partner, dealership, and customer we serve," said Neuenschwander. "Under her leadership, the companies' focus is on the relationship and belief that taking care of the customer is the core of what we do."
How Camp Native takes the camping world by storm
How Camp Native takes the camping world by storm (May 19, 2017) -- Camp Native was created to make it easier for campers to find and reserve their perfect outdoor accommodations online, and as a marketing tool to help property owners get found and secure more bookings. The company has continued to grow over the past two years, and today, over 1,000 properties have signed up to accept reservations on CampNative.com.
Passport America releases new app
Passport America releases new app (May 17, 2017) -- Passport America's new app allows users to map parks by state, tap into location-based features, update email addresses, find campground listing data and employ trip routing options.
Podcast 134: Tom Wirth with Huntington Bank
Podcast 134: Tom Wirth with Huntington Bank (April 20, 2017) -- This week's guest is a Tom Wirth, a senior vice president at Huntington Bank, who oversees a growing organization that's serving more than 1,400 marine and RV dealerships across 26 states in the Midwest and southeast. He describes the scope of service the bank can provide to RV dealers, and explains how its recent merger with FirstMerit Bank will impact the industry. He offers compelling perspective on the RV and marine finance industry and where the industries themselves are heading, as well as the challenges, innovations and trends experienced in the dealer service arena.
IN: 2 firefighters injured in Forest River building fire
IN: 2 firefighters injured in Forest River building fire (May 15, 2017) -- Neighbors say they heard a loud booming sound before the fire started. A fire investigator is on the scene working to figure out what exactly started the fire at the Forest River building in Elkhart, Ind.
Total household debt reaches record high
Total household debt reaches record high (May 17, 2017) -- "The debt and its borrowers look quite different today," New York Fed economist Donghoon Lee told the Wall Street Journal. "This record debt level is neither a reason to celebrate nor a cause for alarm."
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CA: Pismo Coast Village host vintage trailer rally
CA: Pismo Coast Village host vintage trailer rally (May 17, 2017) -- "We'll have more than 300 vintage trailers along with their proud owners," said Jay Jamison, general manager of the resort, which has hosted the annual vintage trailer rally for the past nine years.
CA: Stanislaus National Forest faces closures
(May 16, 2017) -- At least 20 Stanislaus National Forest roads are so badly damaged by winter storms they will remain closed until spring or summer 2018 or longer, Forest Service staff in Sonora said in late April.
Gadget Guru takes issue with Florida RV resort
Gadget Guru takes issue with Florida RV resort (May 18, 2017) -- "Posting a review that states flaws that are correctable can be a positive influence as it could motivate those in charge to institute changes that could benefit users, or in the case of the Grand Lake RV & Golf Resort, benefit future visitors. This is what I'm hoping to accomplish," wrote Pargh.
Alberta: Campers left scrambling after owner's ultimatum
(May 15, 2017) -- At a popular campground northwest of Edmonton, many families who would normally be setting up for the summer are instead scrambling to tear down their long-held sites.
MT: West Glacier residents uneasy with RV park
(May 19, 2017) -- Glacier Park Incorporated's Marketing Manager, Rebecca Baker, says the 102-space RV park will be near the back of the property away from the road with 25 rental cabins closer to the road.
New Oregon coast campgrounds proposed
(May 15, 2017) -- Parks officials have considered building a campground there for decades, but never got final approval. Now they're taking another crack at it.
TX: RV park at I-35 site approved
(May 15, 2017) -- Members of the Belton City Council Tuesday evening voted on whether to approve a zoning change for a new recreational vehicle park on Interstate 35.
Camp Out on 200-acre glampsites
(May 18, 2017) -- An all-inclusive, Airbnb-style camping service puts campers on large swaths of private land. It will expand across the U.S. this year.
IA: Marble Beach littering mystery has a twist
(May 17, 2017) -- DNR officials were surprised the night of May 10 when they found a small pile of material on the south side of the Marble Beach State Park campground.
AZ: Rapid fox closes Rose Canyon Lake campground
(May 17, 2017) -- Rose Canyon Lake campground on Mount Lemmon is closed while officials search for a potentially rabid fox after it bit a boy on Sunday.
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We're The Russos: 10 RV hacks to stay organized
We're The Russos: 10 RV hacks to stay organized (May 17, 2017) -- Life in a small space can go from organized to cluttered mess in a New York minute. Organization is even more important now that we live in a space less than 120 square feet. Whether you're living in a large RV, small camper van, tiny home or a studio apartment, these 10 RV hacks will help you stay organized in a small space.
Roadtreking: When a Class C is more like a Class A
Roadtreking: When a Class C is more like a Class A (May 19, 2017) -- We've talked about the Class B RV, the Class B Plus RV and the Class C RV. All are under 26 feet and - at least for the ones we showed you - are built on the Mercedes Sprinter Chassis.
Blogger IDs 30 must-have RVing accessories
Blogger IDs 30 must-have RVing accessories (May 15, 2017) -- In order to find the MUST have RV accessories, Widmer interviewed more than 30 full-time RVers. After all, full-timers have had more time in their RVs to discover the best products.
Roadtreking: What is a Class C RV?
Roadtreking: What is a Class C RV? (May 17, 2017) -- In this report, we look into the common characteristics of a Class C recreational vehicle, looking specifically at the new 2017 Wayfarer offered by Tiffin Motorhomes.
Do It Yourself RV: 8 trailer hitch accessories
Do It Yourself RV: 8 trailer hitch accessories (May 17, 2017) -- You'd be surprised by what kinds of things are available for your vehicle's tow hitch receiver. There's everything from gear to keep you comfy to accessories for outdoor entertainment. These are just eight of our favorites for camping, tailgating, or even just having a backyard BBQ.
Newlyweds lived in RV for 11 months to become debt free
(May 15, 2017) -- Forget post-martial bliss. What started out as a casual money talk after a Bahamian honeymoon, the McCullocks went rogue, living in a camper full-time to pay down their mountain of student debt and car loans.
RVing How: 10 ways to save money RVing
RVing How: 10 ways to save money RVing (May 17, 2017) -- We all want to save a little money now and then, especially when we are RVing. Here are 10 ways to save money while RVing.
Russ on the Road: How to get the best deal on a new car or truck
Russ on the Road: How to get the best deal on a new car or truck (May 15, 2017) -- If you're like me, when it comes time to purchase a new vehicle you become filled with dread at the thought of being worked-over by a team of sophisticated, sleaze-ball sales reps in the offices of a car dealership. If you don't experience that sense of panic, you should, because those guys can sell ice to an Eskimo while making him feel like they just saved his life.
OR: Owner pays fine, removes tiny home
(May 15, 2017) -- A Portland landowner has agreed to remove two tiny homes from a parking lot in Bayside after being taken to court by the city.
Do It Yourself RV: BBQ grills are a VW lover's dream
Do It Yourself RV: BBQ grills are a VW lover's dream (May 19, 2017) -- It's not everyday you see custom-welded BBQ grills and log burners shaped like Volkswagen campervans, cars, or cartoon characters.

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Australia: End of 'anything goes' era for campers
(May 17, 2017) -- The era of anything goes for people camping at Diggers Headland Reserve appears to be over.

England: Ford Transit RVs now with automatic transmission
(May 17, 2017) -- Ford has announced that automatic transmission is finally available for Transits here in the UK. It's a six-speed gearbox, called SelectShift, and it's already proving popular with motorhomers
Camper van converter changes hands
(May 19, 2017) -- Yorkshire-based camper van conversion business Convert Your Van has changed hands in a management buyout.
Volkswagen plans celebration for 70 years
(May 17, 2017) -- The celebration is to mark the seventieth anniversary of the drawing of the first sketch of the Bulli by Dutch motor dealer, Bernardus Pon in 1947.
Australia: Council approves RV park application
(May 18, 2017) -- he approval of a development application for a RV park in George Town has been met with anger by caravan park managers.
Australia: Visiting Western Australia by camper van
(May 15, 2017) -- Mel and James wanted to take Western Australia at their own pace, and a self-drive camper van holiday from Flight Centre proved the ideal way to do it. With the freedom to roam as you please and the assurance of on-the-ground assistance should you need it, Flight Centre's camper van holidays are a perfect first trip for camper van novices.
Bailey relocates large panel laminating plant
Bailey relocates large panel laminating plant (May 19, 2017) -- The new plant is housed in a modern 3,250-square-meter manufacturing building that accommodates four state-of-the-art laminating lines capable of producing 1,500 body shell panels (floors, sides and ceilings) per week.

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