Beyond the Wheel

Today I am sharing my thoughts on the Camco Taste Pure Water Softener. This will be a two-part review, with the second part coming out in about six months after I have used the softener for some time. I recently purchased this water softener from Amazon for about $180. You might be like me and have never given your RV water much thought except for filtering it with blue or green inline filters. Yo...

Please take the time to leave us a rating on your podcast platform of choice. It helps our ranking and makes it easier for others to find us. If you want to take it further, you can also leave us a review. We would certainly appreciate it! Thank You FMCA First up on today’s show, we want to thank the FMCA for hosting us at their 106th Convention and RV EXPO. We had a great time, and hopefull...

Today I am reviewing Micro-Air’s EasyStart Soft Starter and EasyTouch RV Thermostat, a smart thermostat made for RVs. These are two RV upgrades we are glad we invested in. I have owned the EasyTouch RV Thermostat for about three years, and I recently purchased and installed the Micro-Air EasyStart, although I used to have one on a previous A/C unit as well. RV Upgrades – EastStart Let&...

If you have ever seen a Winnebago EKKO in person, you most likely thought, “that looks different!” Also, you may have wondered if it is a Class C or a B+. Today we are going to answer that question and more with Brian Thoreson. Brian is a product planner for Winnebago and had a big hand in developing the EKKO. The Winnebago EKKO is an all-wheel drive adventure vehicle 23ft long. But do...

Note : This is a follow-up to part one of this series on RVing History. Please click this link to view and listen to part one . Introduction Nothing new comes without controversy, and camping is no different. Along with the issue of slavery, Americans were also struggling with women’s rights and equality in this country. Even though women were not granted the right to vote until 1920, the fi...

RV Detailing by JM AutoStyling Who doesn’t like their RV looking shiny and new? The problem is, it’s so much work! Up and down the ladder and for me burning out my shoulders and back. Today we have Justin Madrid from JM Auto Styling on the show. Justin is an RVer and finds detailing cars, trucks, boats, and RVs very therapeutic for the mind. This is great for us who do not feel the sam...

Gas Stop Emergency Propane Shutoff Valve Hey everyone, today, we are talking about the GasStop Emergency Propane Shutoff Valve . No, not about if you ate too many beans last night type of gas Stop. We are talking about how to stop a propane leak in your RV, especially when you might not even be aware of the issue. What does GasStop do? GasStop is the only emergency 100% shut-off safety device for...

Tembo Tusk Do you love cooking out on an open flame grill? If so, this episode is for YOU! Jerry and Bryan L’Ecuyer from Tembo Tusk come to discuss their Skottle grills. These American-made griddles can be used to make almost any type of meal–including those favorite meals at home or while traveling across the country in your RV. Jerry and Bryan share the inspiration behind their Skott...

Today we welcome back Kent Wilson, COO of SnapPad. Kent has information on some new products, including the RV SnapPad Cap. We also get a sneak peek of some exciting new products coming in the future. RV SnapPad’s Cap for Stackers One of the new products we talk about is their Cap, which is designed for use with stackers. If you have any experience, you probably noticed stackers are a bit br...

The Search for an E-Bike When I first started shopping around for an electric bike, I was immediately turned off by the price — with some costing thousands of dollars. So, I looked for an e-bike that would meet all my needs and stay on a budget of under $1000. I eventually found that bike: the Ecotric fat tire folding e-bike. At a $780 price tag, it was significantly under budget. Why an E-B...

Editor’s Note: Before we get into the show notes, I wanted to share that the campground we stayed at during our Battle Born Battery install is called the Coronado Campground . It is in a town called Bernalillo, just outside of Albuquerque. The Thai Restaurant we ate at in San Francisco is called Kin Khao , a Michelin-star-rated restaurant. We both enjoyed it very much. Welcome to Drivers Edi...

The Father of Camping This episode begins a series of the origins of RVing in America. It really began before automobiles even existed. The 1860s was a rough time in America, with the Civil War being fought from 1861 to 1865. With that, the nation was divided over slavery and other issues. At this time, William Murray became an adult and started a major movement in the U.S. called camping! William...

What is RV Business RV Business is a no-nonsense way to get all of your RV news. That is precisely why we turn to them repeatedly to help us stay up to date with all things RVing. So we were thrilled to have Rick Kessler, Executive Editor for RV Business, on the show. Rick tells us about the company’s long history, how it has changed over the years and gives us a look at its possible future....

Sean was fortunate to talk to Julie Chickery, his wife and author of The Epic Retirement Bucket List , about the book. The Epic Retirement Bucket List In this minipod, we talk about why Julie wrote such a book, what it contains, how it applies to RV travelers, and how to get your hands on a copy. The book is full of information, including: 150 outside-the-box ideas and hobbies, whether ​​swimming...

Mind Over Land’s Mission Mind Over Land is a non-profit organization getting military veterans outdoors with vehicle-based overlanding adventures. The organization is operated by three founders who are also veterans. One of the members, Seth Smith, joins us to discuss the importance of getting vets back outdoors to help them with readjustment and enjoy the camaraderie of others and working a...

Lava Linens Pros Today’s mini pod is a Lava Linens Review. Lava Linens makes hemp and flax towels. These towels absorb more and dry faster than cotton. I first bought a set of their classic towels last year while attending the Overland West show. The towels are of good size, offer great body coverage, and dry fast. My wife and I thought these towels would be great while we were RVing, but we...

Luno is making camping out in your vehicle more comfortable than ever. Luno developed an inflatable mattress lineup that is precision made to fit inside your van, SUV, truck cab, or truck bed. Pete Ducato is the founder of Luno. He talks with us about how his passion for the outdoors sparked the creation of Luno. We learn what sets Luno mattresses apart by diving deep into their R&D process. W...

My wife and I have been RVing for some time now, but when we started, we quickly discovered our pup’s one true love: the front dashboard of our Class A! Whenever it was parked, she’d be there in a flash to peer out through the windows – but unfortunately when summer rolled around things didn’t quite stay as cozy. With temperatures on that dash often reaching an unbearable 1...

FMCA 106th International Convention & RV Expo Calling all RV fans! Beyond The Wheel Podcast is heading back to the FMCA International Convention & RV Expo in Perry, Georgia, for four days of daily live shows. Get ready to join us March 15th through 18th as we take our show up a notch with an exciting new addition – a PA system! Plan your trip to the FMCA event now so you can be part...

Safe T Plus Safe T Plus is a Georgia-based company that produces a steering control bar for RVs, buses, 18 Wheelers, and more. The Safe T Plus Steering Control Bar is designed to jump into action if a front tire blowout occurs. If you were to have a front tire blow out, the Safe T Plus bar helps keep your vehicle under control long enough to safely pull over to the side of the road. The bar is alw...

Did you know in forty-nine of our states and all of Canada, it is a law to have a brake system in your RV Toad? So it would be best if you also obeyed these towing laws in each state, no matter where your vehicle is registered. Justin Parrot from Blue Ox towing joins us today to discuss all the benefits and features of their Blue Ox Patriot Brake. “There are two main reasons to have an auxil...

Are you looking for a reliable tire pressure monitoring system? Then, look no further than the TST 507. This monitor is easy to use and comes with many features, making it perfect for any driver. Listen to this episode to learn more about the TST 507 and see why it’s one of the best on the market. Why Get A Tire Pressure Monitoring System Blowouts – most due to underinflation Overheati...

Who is Hightail Custom Coach Have you ever seen a vintage bus driving down the road and wondered what it took to get a bus close to seventy years old to look that good? Well, then, you are in luck because today we are joined by Aaron Newman, Owner & Founder of Hightail Custom Coach. Aaron and his team restore and modify vintage buses. He talks about what is involved: finding rare parts, fabric...

How do you define the inside look of an RV, and how do trends play into the design? In this episode, Mindy from the Fleetwood joins us to discuss how she does RV interior design. She is the interior designer for the diesel pushers in the American Coach, Fleetwood, and Holiday Rambler RV brands. The next time we tour a motorhome, we will better appreciate everything that went into the interior desi...

Balloon Fiesta with Fantasy RV Tours On this episode of Drivers Edition, Kenny talks about his recent trip to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta that he took with Fantasy RV Tours. Spoiler alert he had a great time, so he has booked two more trips with Fantasy RV Tours. He chats about what he enjoyed about the trip and shares tips for first-timers to the event. Top 5 RV Accessories Then Kenny and Sean...