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Ready to hit the open road in your RV?
Whether you’re going on an extended RV vacation or are becoming a full-time RVer, sitting behind the wheel of a moving home is full of both elation and anticipation. With all of the wild spaces available to explore, you’ll be sure to have endless adventures ahead.
But with RV living comes preparation. Not sure how to get ready? We’ve put together a handy dandy checklist of what to pack for an RV trip. This list is not exhaustive – everyone has different needs – but it should provide you with the RV essentials. Let’s get started!
Give Your RV a Thorough Checkup
Also known as WEST (Water, Electrical, Sewage, Tires), it will help make sure you are not missing anything during your RV inspection. Along with fresh water hoses, consider taking an in-line water filter for an extra purification step to your water. Know how your RV’s sewage system works and inspect it regularly. Check all electrical cord connections to access incoming power from the RV park.
The average lifespan of an RV tire is roughly six years, but many factors can affect the wear and tear of your tires. Tire inflation, ozone pollutants, sun damage, and driving speeds are all variables. Today’s tires have branding on the side wall with the week and year of production, so you know exactly how old your tires are. Check tire pressure and inspect for wear and tear frequently.
RV Essentials
To stay safe on the road, you’ll need basic mechanical gear. Depending on your RV, you may not need all of these:
Clothing Items
While this is different for every person, the main rule of thumb is to keep it simple and not overpack. This overall list is good for the RV lifestyle:
For the Bedroom
This may be a no-brainer, but here are the essentials you should not forget:
Camping Gear and Technology
This is another personal list, depending on how you want to spend your time outside:
For Some Leisure Time
After a long day of hiking, biking, and sightseeing, or during inclement weather, sometimes you just wanna hunker down in your RV with these items:
Kitchen and Cooking Gear
You’ll be spending a lot of time in your RV kitchen, so why not make things easy with these space-saving items that make meal prep convenient:
Toiletries/Personal Items
Below are the basics that most anyone should have. Be sure to add to this list what you cannot do without:
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