Sponsor for episode 3:
nüCamp RV: nüCamp RV is the manufacturer of world-class teardrop trailers like the T@G and T@B series. They have also made an entry into the truck camper market with the incredible Cirrus line of truck campers. With innovative designs and forward-thinking technologies, like the Alde system, Azdel, welded aluminum frames, and more, nüCamp RV is building with an eye to the future of light-weight towable campers and truck campers.
Show Notes:
Hi everybody and welcome to the third episode of the RV Small Talk podcast. If you’re into small camping trailers, truck campers, RV lifestyle, and more, we think you’ll find something of interest here!
Our view of the RV landscape is a little different than that of other RV podcasts because we… work at an RV dealership! (Princess Craft RV, in Round Rock, TX) Our unique vantage point of working at an RV dealership gives us is a different kind of access to RVers, manufacturers, and customers who share the highs and lows of their travel and camping experiences. We listen, learn, and share!
Links from this episode:
- nüCamp RV
- Princess Craft RV, in Round Rock, TX
- Walkthrough Tour videos on YouTube
- Interviews with Carolyn (and others!) on YouTube
- Bluebonnet Facts
- Shades of Bluebonnets
- Alamo Fire Bluebonnets, The Story
- Mandy Lea Photography
- Roaming with Rocky
- Kendrick Callaway
- Photo Workshops with Mandy Lea
Meet the RV Small Talk (pod)Cast!
PJ is the co-owner and fearless leader at Princess Craft RV with her husband, Richard. They focus on quality and lightweight trailers and truck campers, with an emphasis on customer service and a crew that feels like family!
Lindsay joined Princess Craft in 2015 and wears a few hats, including event coordinator and inventory manager. After teaching preschool for a decade, a growing family brought her to the dealership to try something new. Still learning the world of RV’s, and having fun along the way!
Clint is a tall goofball with dad jokes for days… Clint is a former middle school technology and social studies teacher who happened to stumble into friendship with the fine folks at Princess Craft RV. They invited him to join the fun in 2017 and he’s been lost in the production of neat things like YouTube videos and podcasts ever since! (check out our Walkthrough Tour videos on YouTube!)
In This Episode:
- Facing the fears that hold back would be RVers
- Weird Bluebonnets in Texas
- Interview with Mandy Lea (Mandy Lea Photography & Roaming with Rocky), Kendrick Callaway (Kendrick Callaway & Roaming with Rocky)
- Planning and logistics of taking an RV trip into Mexico
- Surprises and the Unexpected
- Places to Camp/RV shared by guest Mandy Lea – Mexico!
Facing Fears
A very common thing to hear at a dealership is the fears that have held people back when they really want to get started camping with a trailer or RV. It’s amazing how long people may struggle with their anxieties (sometimes years) before they decide to face it and just jump in. The pay off IS worth it. Our “case study” is a lady we met named Carolyn. We discuss what we learned from her… and we’ll share a link for video interviews we did with her! Interviews with Carolyn (and others!) on YouTube
Bluebonnets of Many Colors!
What? Is a red bluebonnet still a bluebonnet? We don’t know, but we have found some interesting variations out in the Texas landscape!
Mandy Lea & Kendrick Callaway share how to plan for your trip to Mexico!
We’re following up with our interview with Mandy Lea and Kendrick from last week, where we talked about their Alaska to Mexico adventure with a teardrop trailer. This time, it’s all about some of the logistics and planning that went into preparing for that journey. Take a listen and start making your own travel plans south of the border!
Click Here for Mandy’s Detailed List
- Equipment check & preparation
- Tires, axles/wheel bearings gas, etc.
Quality surge protector (Voltage Regulator)- Propane fill adapter
- Documents & Paperwork
- Insurance
- Temporary Import Permit (TIP)
- Title and Registration
- Passport
- Immigration Form
- **Make multiple copies**
- Get Dinero… Cash
- Inventory your possessions
- Links
- App: I Overlander
Places to Travel/Camp… Mexico!
Mandy Lea and Kendrick share a few of the locations that stick out from their travels in
The Third Episode Wrap Up!
That’s the Third episode! Whoa!!! So, we’re still at it, learning, and we’ll keep growing and getting better at this!
We’ll be back soon with a new, THIRD episode of RV Small Talk! Find us on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, PodBean, Player FM…. And all over!
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