Stories

These articles cover a range of topics in the RV world. Read about vintage campers, RV-related contests, culinary recipes, important news and tips and tricks to make your camping experience even better.

Runners RV service technician Lloyd Panchuk checks voltage on a furnace as Service Manager Tom Gilgan look on.
RV Tech Talk

Basic RV Furnace 101

A pre-trip inspection of your furnace will ensure proper operation when you need it the most.

by Reg De Young
RVDA RV learning weekend logo.
RV News

RVDA of Alberta is offering an RV Learning Weekend

An entertaining and informative weekend RV learning weekend for anyone who owns and RV or is even thinking about getting one. 

by submitted by RVDA
Zion Roadtrek vehicle in Montana.
RVwest Insider

Europe’s Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) acquires Roadtrek

Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) acquires Roadtrek, North America’s leading manufacturer of Class B motorhomes.

 

Nike Vapor Speed Driver with cavity back.
RV Golfer

The Nike Cavity back drivers

Dennis Begin tests a Nike Vapor driver and gives his impression.

Taylor Made M1 Driver.
RV Golfer

Time to buy a new driver

The average recreational golfer and senior needs a set of clubs that suits his or her age and ability. 

A fifth wheel displayed at the Lethbridge RV show.
Snowbirding 101

Lethbridge RV Show - things that caught my eye

Find all the new trends models and trends at the Lethbridge RV show.

The bottom half of a trailer in a field, showing the back tires.
RV Tips and Tricks

Take care of your tires, and they will take care of you

The performance and lifespan of any tire depends on two important factors: matching the right tire to vehicle use and the diligence with which an owner follows recommended care and maintenance. That is never truer than for RV tires.  

Picture of the Springs at Borrego RV Resort.
RVwest Insider

The Springs at Borrego receives an “A” grade in the 7th annual GuestRated.com consumer survey

In a recent consumer satisfaction survey by GuestRated.com, the Springs at Borrego RV Resort was one of only 34 campgrounds across the U.S to earn an "A" rating. 

Photo of truck camper.
RVwest Insider

Ford introduces licensed line of trailers, toy haulers and campers

The new Ford-branded truck campers and travel trailers are licensed and built by Indiana-based Livin Lite, a subsidiary of industry leader Thor Industries. 

Original peg tee and standard white and brown tees.
RV Golfer

The lowly tee

Most golfers often look around the tee box for a good tee or just use the last one they found. Tees, however, are a necessary part of a golfer’s equipment.

A selection of 9 golf balls of different colours, makes and sizes.
RV Golfer

The ins and outs of a golf ball

Not all golf balls are the same. Dennis Begin takes you on a journey to explore the size, dimples, numbers and other differences in golf balls.

Michelle Carr's daughters standing next to Boulton Creek.
RV News

Kananaskis Country-Calgary’s backyard

As a lifelong Calgarian, I consider Kananaskis Country to be part of my backyard.

The back end of Dave Barton and Anne Bovan's vintage airstream.  Just beyond their trailer is a green coloured lake and mountains in the background.
RV News

Happy Canadian campers

This couple loves to get away from the rush of daily life with their vintage Airstream trailer.

The Elliott's rig parked on the beach at St. Ann's Bay Campark, Cape Breton, NS.
RV News

Highlighting the map, one road at a time

Wendy and Ron Elliot have been RVing a lot over the past 19 years and love nothing more than an unseen road and the prospect of new experiences at every turn. 

by Louis Bockner
A young man riding a bright yellow Strida bike
RV News

Win a Strida bike at the Calgary RV Expo

Head off to the RV Expo in Calgary from January 28 to 31 for your opportunity to win a Strida bike. 

by Kimberley Shellborn
Picture of San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge lit up at night.
RVwest Insider

San Francisco offers full slate of events and exhibits for 2016

San Francisco is the place to be in 2016, with once-in-a-lifetime experiences and returning annual favourites.