Episode 94: Battling the heat, dodging a tornado and other tales from the road

In this episode of Roadtreking the RV Podcast we meet a newbie RVer named Shane Pena, whose first journey was one to remember, a cross-country trip that saw him having to outrun a tornado, among other adventures. Jennifer and I tell of our experience last week battling 103 degree heat without air conditioning as we travel with our dog, Bo. And we have lots of traveling tips, RV news and a fun off the beaten path report. Scroll down for show note details and resources and click the player below to start listening. When you see a time code hyperlink, you can click it to jump directly to that segment of the podcast. [spp-player] Show Notes for Episode #94, June 29, 2016 of Roadtreking - The RV Lifestyle Podcast: JENNIFER'S TIP OF THE WEEK As we’ve been traveling around this summer, I’ve started asking the folks we meet at campgrounds and while boondocking to tell me one of their favorite tips, something they have discovered to make thngs a little easier or more efficient. Andrea's coozi ankle protectors Well, during our Smoky Mountains gathering last week we were all noting that, camped in the woods like we were, there were lots of bugs and mosquitos. Andrea Barker, who was camped a coupe spots down from us, said she had particularly been bothered by bugs that were biting her ankles. But she said she solved that problem…using something intended for something else. Her bug fighting tip has to do with those Coozis people use to keep beer or cans of soft drink cold. You can hear her tip at [spp-timestamp time="8:26"] The tip of the week is brought to you by Good Sam, the world's most popular RV organization, now celebrating its 50th year. LISTENER QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK: Listener Bill asks for Mikes recommendation for a surge protector. [spp-timestamp time="13:40"]   Mike explains that newer Roadtreks have them built in. Older ones, though, do not. Surge protectors are expensive. But bad power from a campground pedestal can sure wreak havoc in a motorhome. The one Mike recommends is the Progressive Industries PT30C 30 Amp Portable Electrical Management System. It costs $237. Class A’s would need a 50 Amp unit. RVing newbies Nick and Jeanette wanted to know how they can find out the tire inflation they need for their RV. [spp-timestamp time="19:01"]    Mike says read the recommended tire inflation tag inside the driver’s side post. Sponsoring this part of the podcast is Van City RV in St. Louis, and their Partner Dealerships Creston RV in Kalispell, Montana, and Wagon Trail RV in Las Vegas. Bringing You the largest Inventory of class B’s from three locations. RV BASIC TRAINING Why you need a Dash Cam Mike explains at [spp-timestamp time="23:44"].Here’s a link to the info Mike shared on why RVers will want to use a dash cam - https://rvlifestyle.com/windshieldwitness/ This part of the podcast is brought to you by Campers Inn, the nation’s largest family-operated RV dealership with 15 locations on the East Coast  RV NEWS OF THE WEEK: [spp-timestamp time="30:30"] RV Care-A-Vanners build homes for Habitat for Humanity RVs in Marin County CA prompting community outrage Dutchman buys Closed Evergreen plan in Elkhart This portion of the podcast is brought to you by Alde  the only name in heat that you need to know for your RV TRAVELING TECH TIP: [spp-timestamp time="37:42"] Verizon's Steve Van Dinter reports on three gadgets that travelers can use to keep track of pets, property and help you control what’s going on back at your sticks and bricks house. Summer is a busy time of year for everyone. And sometimes that means forgetting where you’ve placed a much-needed item or losing touch with what’s at home when you’re on the road. Verizon has some great summer gadgets that are all under $100 that can bring about priceless piece of mind. First up Tile – this is a small Bluetooth chip that lets you find your missing key chain, golf bag, back pack, wallet or purse.