Episodes

Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
This week on the podcast, we recap our time in Homer Alaska, our second-to-last RV destination on our epic 2023 Baja to Alaska adventure. Plus, we've got the dirt on The Dyrt's 2024 Glampy Awards, a shocking insurance data discovery and why are we embarrassed for Camping World?
REMINDER: Tickets for HOMECOMING go on sale for Mile Marker Members on April 1st and the general public on April 15th. More information at: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/
Glampy Awards: https://thedyrt.com/press/the-2024-glampy-awards-the-dyrt-recognizes-the-top-10-glamping-destinations-in-the-u-s/
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Thursday Mar 14, 2024
312. How Much Did it Cost to RV 5, 10 and 20 Years Ago?
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
This week we are going way back, to a simpler time, to a time of campsites with full hookups under $50 and gasoline under $2. We'll take a look at what RVing cost in 2019, 2014, and 2004. Come be surprised along with us. It's the first annual RV Miles' "5, 10, and 20's of RVing."
Plus, we've got ticket release dates for HOMECOMING and you're going to want to mark your calendars!
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Thursday Mar 07, 2024
311. Downed Power Lines, Exploding Transformers and Talkeetna, Alaska
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
This week, Abby shares a very scary severe weather story that caught everyone at the intersection by surprise. Plus, we continue our Baja to Alaska adventures with one of our favorite places during the trip - Talkeetna, Alaska. We've got the food, the campground, and a ride on the Alaska Railroad. You won't want to miss this incredible destination recap.
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Sunday Mar 03, 2024
Sunday Mar 03, 2024
In this episode, we share some tips from our friends at RVshare about finding the path of totality and viewing the upcoming big solar eclipse on April 8th. Plus, some updates on the Grand Design Frame Flex Frenzy, and more.
Solar Eclipse Resources from RVshare: https://rvshare.com/solar-eclipse-2024
Josh the RV Nerd's video: https://youtu.be/JE_J9m97YRE?si=AhWu16C5HZZYYYcI
Big Truck, Big RV's Lippert Part 1 Video (there are 3 in total, we recommend them all): https://youtu.be/GF-lsJ7c8vg?si=r7sqVfsKZyxVp8fP
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Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
In this episode we come to you live from the Seattle RV Show. Plus, Josh Winters, AKA Josh the RV Nerd from Bish's RV joins us to chat about his favorite new RV brands and innovations, along with a new initiative from Bish's to dramatically reduce the time it takes to get an RV repaired.
Watch Jason and Abby on @komonews Seattle: https://youtu.be/ak-oXLuounI?si=EhThfxRMM3nreo_B
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Thursday Feb 15, 2024
308. Is it FINALLY getting easier to find camp sites? With The Dyrt's Kevin Long
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
In this episode, Kevin Long, CEO of The Dyrt, shares all the details of the company's 2024 Camping Report, including the surprising news that booking a campsite is finally getting easier — even if it's still 4 times harder than it was pre-pandemic. Plus, the RV Miles community shares some top travel-day tips.
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Friday Feb 09, 2024
307. Moving Violations, Full-Time Warranties, and Motorhomes vs. Trailers
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Friday Feb 09, 2024
In this episode, we're covering some of the pros and cons of motorhomes and trailers. Plus, what is a full-time approved RV warranty? We have the details, along with a few stories about getting pulled over in Chicago.
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Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
306. Horrifying Camping Experiences, and What to Do Outside of Denali National Park
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
This week, we share some truly horrifying camping experiences from Reddit, and we recap our favorite places outside of Denali National Park, like the Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theater and 49th State Brewery.
The Cracked article with the camping stories: https://trivia.cracked.com/image-pictofact-11052-22-horrifying-experiences-people-had-while-hiking-or-camping
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Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
305. RV Innovations for 2024 at the Florida RV SuperShow
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
In this episode, we share our thoughts after visiting the Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa on all the new models and floorplans. Spoiler alert: this wasn't a huge year for innovation.
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Thursday Jan 11, 2024
304. The Denali Backcountry and Florida RV Supershow Predictions
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
In part 2 of our 3-part Denali series, we're covering some of our favorite parts of this wonderful park: our Discovery hikes in the backcountry, and the Teklanika River Campground. Plus, we get out the crystal ball and talk about it about what the Florida RV SuperShow and 2024, in general, will hold for RV manufacturing.
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