Simple Wood Log Stove: The Laplander Stove

There are no shortage of commercial options to deal with the need for a wood log stove or other type of heat/cooking device at a campsite. For example the Campfire in a Can we reviewed. But its not always economical or convenient. That’s why the Laplander Stove is such a handy idea to have in…

The Answer to a Truly Portable RV Deck or RV Patio

Outdoor living is perhaps one of the single biggest draws to folks who own and travel in their RV’s. However, we know the pain that comes with setting up all the outdoor trinkets. The chairs, tables, grill, dog pen, campfire in can, dog run, rugs, and various kid’s play-things. This can be absolutely daunting. Creating…

RV Sofa Bed Storage Mod: 2011 Rockwood

Another great RV storage idea in this 2011 Rockwood 2304s. This RV sofa bed mod starts with the standard pull out sleeper sofa which many RV’ers have as part of the stock furniture allotment. Most of the RV sofa designs offer a generous yet difficult to reach storage area under the bed itself. Though surprising…

RV Stove and Gadget Charger: The Biolite Campstove

The RV stove and Camping accessory from BioLite offers something truly unique. It takes two time tested necessities any RV’er can appreciate and combines them into one handy RV accessory. The BioLite Campstove promises to cook your food, charge your electronic gadgets, eliminate the need to carry fuel, and do all that without any smoke. Needless…

Bowlus Road Chief Lightweight Travel Trailer

The original Bowlus Road Chief travel trailer was produced in 1934 by Hawley Bowlus, a pilot and aircraft designer. Just by a glance its apparent the Bowlus Road Chief lightweight travel trailer was heavily influenced by aircraft design.  The original Bowlus Road Chief sadly was not a runaway success. It’s estimated that only 80 or…

40 Foot Shipping Container Home with 8 Pop-Outs

I would wager that most people would consider the metal, musty, dark, and industrial impression they have of shipping containers tough to overcome when considering it their very own shipping container home. However, some respect must be given to the fact that these containers are largely recyclable and are as tough as any mobile home…

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