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RVs & the RV lifestyle

More smiles from every mile.

Practical support for buying, maintaining, troubleshooting and enjoying an RV—from someone who has lived the lessons, including the expensive ones.

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Why I created this

Welcome to life on the road

RVs have been part of my life for decades. I have travelled more than 100,000 miles in everything from a small tent trailer to a 43-foot diesel motorhome—and learned that RVing is rewarding, occasionally frustrating and rarely as simple as the brochures suggest.

I created RVs & RV Living to share practical information drawn from real experience. You will find advice about choosing and maintaining an RV, preparing for trips, travelling safely and solving common problems.

There is no single “right” way to RV. Every traveller, vehicle and journey is different. My goal is to help you understand your options, avoid preventable mistakes and make your next adventure safer, easier and more enjoyable.

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Useful products, chosen for real RV problems.

Skip the endless marketplace clutter and go right to the good stuff. Browse focused collections of safety, power, water, setup, maintenance and travel products, each with a clear description and the knowledge you are buying some of the best and most popular RV products available.

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RV Game Zone · Northern Edition

Are you ready for the RV Road Trip Challenge?

Choose your rig, make seven road-trip decisions and see whether you can reach the Arctic Ocean while protecting your fuel, budget, energy, safety and RV.

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Useful next steps.

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Buying the right RV

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Prepare for adventure

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Understanding your RV

Ask the RV Adviser →04

Find the perfect campsite

Find campsites faster & easier →05

Finding quality RV gear

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Tools & resources

Make RVing easier.

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RV Toolkit

A complete suite of RV tools and utilities, designed for everyday RV needs.

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RV Adviser

Practical RV guidance combining hands-on experience, empowered by the latest technology.

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The RV Buyer’s Guide

A practical, step-by-step guide to buying the right RV at the right price.

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RV Road Trip Challenge

Guide your RV from Mile 0 to the Arctic Ocean while balancing fuel, budget, energy, safety and the condition of your rig.

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The RV Mentor

Connect with fellow RVers to share ideas and experiences in a friendly Facebook discussion group.

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RV videos from innovaHub Explains

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Mouse in the House!

Learn practical ways to keep mice out of your RV, reduce the chance of damage and respond safely if they have already found a way inside. The video explains why prevention matters before a trip or storage season, including the risks mice pose to wiring, insulation and stored items. It also highlights the potential for contamination and related health concerns, giving RV owners a clear starting point for protecting their vehicle and dealing with an unwanted mouse problem.

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5 Spring RV Failures

Get a practical reminder of five common RV problems that can appear after months of storage or winter weather. This video covers key areas to inspect in spring, including batteries, plumbing, tires, leaks and other important systems. Use the overview to organize your pre-season checks and identify issues before the first trip, when there is still time to address them instead of discovering a problem after you are already on the road.

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5 Common RV Purchase Mistakes

Learn about five common mistakes to avoid before signing an RV purchase agreement. The video looks at buying more RV than you need, skipping a realistic comfort test, overlooking ongoing ownership costs, forgoing an independent inspection and letting emotion replace careful judgment. It also introduces The RV Buyer’s Guide, a downloadable digital book from innovaHub.ca that provides additional help for comparing choices, asking better questions and approaching a major RV purchase with fewer surprises.

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Featured reading

Begin with something useful.

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RVing

10 Most Common RV Newbie Fears

Ten common worries new RVers face—and why preparation, practice and reliable information make each one easier to manage.

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10 Things Every New RV Owner Should Know

Ten practical lessons about weight, tires, water, batteries, electrical limits, holding tanks, maintenance, dimensions, checklists and learning your RV.

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RVing

9 Rules for a Happy RV Retirement

Nine practical principles for an affordable, healthy and rewarding RV retirement—with room for maintenance, relationships and a realistic exit plan.

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RVing

Boondocking Rules of Behaviour

Ten straightforward rules for respectful boondocking, from waste and noise to generators, campfires, self-sufficiency and protecting future access.

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Campground Etiquette That Makes Camping Better for Everyone

Ten practical reminders about noise, fires, pets, generators, shared facilities, lighting, safety and leaving a campsite better than you found it.

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RVing

Garmin RV GPS or iPad? Why the iPad Is the Better Long-Term Choice

A practical comparison of Garmin RV navigation and the iPad, including cost, flexibility, safety features and long-term value.

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RVing

How Do You Back In Without Becoming the Campground Entertainment?

Practical advice for safely backing an RV, including site inspection, spotter communication, volunteer helpers, steering and knowing when to reset.

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RVing

Practical AI for RVers

How AI can simplify RV trip planning, troubleshooting, comparisons, meals and records—while keeping safety-critical verification firmly in human hands.

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RVing

Renting Out Your RV: Extra Income or Expensive Headache?

Rental income can offset RV costs, but hidden damage, insurance gaps, accelerated wear and disputes can turn it into an expensive business.

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RVing

RV Back-In Hand Signals: Clear Signals, Safer Parking

Clear hand signals and smart spotter positioning make backing an RV safer, calmer and less likely to become campground entertainment.

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RVing

RV CampsiteFinder Beats the Usual Campsite Hunt

RV CampsiteFinder, part of the RV Toolkit, makes finding just the right campsite fast and easy, and tuned to your exact wants and needs.

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RVing

Why Do GPS Systems Sometimes Get It So Wrong?

Why GPS and RV navigation systems sometimes suggest unsafe routes—and how map data, vehicle settings and driver judgment affect the result.

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What new RV owners often learn too late

The overlooked decisions that affect cost, comfort and confidence long after the sale.

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