Boondocking Problems, A week in the life of RV Living

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This week we travel from the west side of Valley of Fire to our new boondocking spot in the Lake Mead recreation area. See what RV living is like with a week in the life of Chris and Aaron.
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@cyber_sal 2 года назад

Best line I’ve heard on your videos: “There’s nowhere else I’d rather be than right here at this stink pit with my sweetheart. “ Now that’s true love! LOL

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

So true!🤣❤️

@robcleeton2606 2 года назад

Best line that I've heard in any RVer Youbtube video.

@annlange1380 2 года назад

I love how Chris expresses her true heart felt feelings in everything she experiences..whether it be dumping, organizing, cooking, learning new driving skills etc.. What is really cool is how she expresses her love and pure joy of sharing this with Aaron, always lovin' on her man. Aaron let's see some of the same from you. Just an observation from watching you two for several months, but Aaron could step up his game and reciprocate his gratitude for his sweetheart.

@RobRutkowski 2 года назад

I am still laughing. You guys are great!

@brianeden7530 2 года назад

I’m sure you guys have your moments, but one of the reasons I love to watch your adventures is that you’re so kind to each other. It comes through in all kinds of little ways and it makes me feel so optimistic.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thank you for the kind words😊 Appreciate you watching!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

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@robcleeton2606 2 года назад

Good tip about testing stinky slinky connection with gray water before running black water.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Yes! We were glad some viewers mentioned it to us last week!

@danireland2378 2 года назад

Use your truck to help break the wind when it's kicking like that. Also, just give your truck a slight tug or put in neutral to help disconnect your trailer. Usually it's just too much forward or backward pressure. Beautiful locations you're hitting!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks for the tips! And yes, soooo much beautiful out here. Thanks for watching!

@larryskrabut894 2 года назад

@@IreneIronTravels I also have had issues with the ORV hitching to the TV ball. I found that at times I have to chock the ORV wheels (either forward or reverse depending on the slope) and ensure that the 7 pin trailer cable is disconnected so the trailer brakes can not be activated when attempting to find that sweet positioning of the TV ball in the ORV hitch. My last spot after unhitching I had over 36" height on the ORV tongue from the ground, I had that much slope to content with. By chocking the wheels and disconnecting the ORV brake factor, then I was able to nudge the TV back and forth till the hitch was safely lock in place.

@larryskrabut894 2 года назад

Also I need to add, for those who use an Andersen WDH, if you attach the chains before the hitch is latch, that in it self might tend to draw the trailer closer to the TV and might not let the hitch latch properly. So do not attach the Andersen chains till after latching the hitch. That would possible mean raising and lower the tongue jack a few times to get the suggested way to attach the Anti-Sway Plate. So what I tend to do is to back off the nuts on the chains, but notice the thread count where you had the nuts threaded in to. For adjustments of the chains, I count the threads showing. I also found in my case and travels, the amount of threads showing might change as the trailer weight changes with water, supplies, Black/Gray tanks levels are. I find that I might have to tweak the nut adjustment a quarter/half turns for the best possible tow ride. YMWV :)

@Tanks-Link 2 года назад

I’m a Vegas boy born and raised I remember going out there back in the and 90s and the water was all the way up to the top of the cliffs walls there on the edge where your trailer is parked. Yeah the Lake has went down around 30 feet or more since the early 90s.

@Hsia_Travels 2 года назад

Let's see, Chris cooks, cleans, drives, assembles / packs equipment, dumps the tanks and refills water. soooo Aaron, what do you do? 😒😒🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

🤣 I make the videos so you can see how much work Chris does 🤣

@Sweetpotaterz 2 года назад

Also, I'm not sure, if you have these already, but you should get furnace covers. They are wire mesh domes that can help as a windbreak for using your furnace in high wind, but also prevent mud dobbers, birds, and bats from making nests in your furnace!!

@tombouman4485 2 года назад

You two are so kind and considerate, I love watching as you explore and make your way into your chosen lifestyle. I'm a lifelong (70 yr. old) camper here in Michigan and will always love pitching a tent or parking my 24' travel trailer in one of our many beautiful campgrounds here. Something about the camping, when I park my vehicle and set up camp, I'm content. Thanks for sharing with us, I wish the best for you! Safe travels!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thank you for the kind words! I know the exact feeling you are talking about. We used to tent camp for the weekend and the feeling you had after setting up on a Thursday or Friday night….. knowing your just going to be relaxed for the long weekend! No worries and no BS 😊

@antruze 2 года назад

My Anderson sticks too. Seems to stick on the backside of the ball more. I’ve learned to have the ball pressure towards the front of the coupler and as soon as there is a little upward pressure when raising the trailer, I find stepping up on the bumper and bouncing a little will release the ball. Works so much better now. Just make sure you don’t raise too high before trying the bounce method. Hope this helps guys!

@Oriskany34Ken 2 года назад

Hey Guys! Love watching! I suggest clear connections on both ends of the dump hose. It makes it a lot easier to monitor the flow!

@dvjimenez252 9 месяцев назад

what an inspiration you two are. i can do my life because of you. whoopee! you are are winners. thank you. love❤

@herb7877 2 года назад

We must have been there about the same time in Feb. The wind was blowing so hard some days the trailer shook pretty good. I even oriented it so the wind blew into the narrow back end. It was a rock -n- roll week for sure. Some cold days 7 nights as well!

@FreedomIsntFree2023 2 года назад

I got a chucke after she comes back to the truck at 11:10 and says "its gonna be tight".....10 seconds later pulls into an open campsite large enough for 2-3 rigs....its all in your perspective i guess! Regarding your issues decoupling from the trailer, you should always chalk your wheels prior to separating. With your wheels chalked, and the tongue jack taking the load off the truck (just slightly), you can back up the truck, 1/4"??, to unseat the ball from the coupler. The biggest take away here is to always...always chalk your wheel before decoupling. The last thing you'd want is a run-away trailer!! Yep....when winds get crazy, pull in the slides if your RV has toppers....you'll be much happier in the morning!

@mjkraken 2 года назад

Great comment about running a little grey water first, thanks. I’ll try that next time.

@jkz33sewerisme 2 года назад

Check that water filter you bought. Last year I switched ro a different one and thought the campground had poor pressure. It was actually the filter. It was restricting the flow.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

👍 thanks!

@tongslee 2 года назад

as for the de coupling the ball. park the trailer where you want. chuck the trailer tires so it's not moving, put down the tongue jack where it is atleaset support the trailer weight, backup the truck slowly (for no more then an inch). this should help with release the ball. It would be easier w/ two people, but I done it with just myself. Just have to go back and forth and keep trying.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks, we'll give that a try!

@alanjones9884 2 года назад

I second this advise. It has worked for me many times.

@joannastruthers7778 2 года назад

This ⬆️⬆️⬆️

@tonyrodgers6730 2 года назад

Hey, putting your slide in due to weather conditions is OK! We were lot docking at a Cracker Barrel and DID NOT check the weather before going to be (with the slide out) and we had sleet and freezing rain during the night. The ice on top of the slide out was “frozen” hard so we had no choice but to pull it in to get on the road - we had an appointment. When we got to our final destination and opened up our camper it was like we had a water leak from the layer of ice melting “inside” the camper. Considerable clean-up and we marked it up as a lesson learned.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Oh that would be crazy to wake up to!

@JR-playlists 2 года назад

The slower you filter, the better it works. Also, there’s a reason that hose is so flexible, “plasticizers” so I always install the filter downstream of the hose. Chris is like a unicorn 🦄! Hard to find them like her!

@user-zw1nf8ur9x 10 месяцев назад

add grease to the ball to make the hook up and unhooking. It keep the rest out and off the ball and make it all works better

@BuckleBunny 2 года назад

I have some stories of driving through the Santa and a wind storms, and this episode brought back those memories. Stay safe, stay grounded, and try your best to keep the sand out of your shoes, hair, eyes, ears, and home. I love seeing how settled you guys are in the trailer. Btw, Lake Mead contains water from the Colorado River. The water level has decreased massively over the last decade. You can see the water lines. • yes there are wild burros • There are also wild cows further up in the mountains, specifically on the canyon rims • You may even see a wild horse, but I have never seen one Another fun thing to is to look up the ghost town locations and go visit. They are amazing and fun.

@stevenbrogna1100 Год назад

We have been in -15f with heater on and on grid. Ice on widows and frozen solid entry doors. T shirt and shorts inside.

@saywhat8635 Год назад

Remember to disconnect your weight distribution chains before going off road, I know this is a late warning and you probably figured that out already but you definitely do not want to bend the trailer frame!

@cccalifornia7206 2 года назад

I think you need to trade in those bikes for a couple of fun motor scooters!!😉💖👏

@zukiboy94 2 года назад

Yes! Better safe than sorry on the slide toppers being in during heavy wind. We pull our slides in during heavy winds on our motor coach.

@geraldsouthard7092 2 года назад

We love your channel. You captured this area accurately and beautifully. We spent three weeks there in Nov/Dec of 2021. Re: pulling in the slides. We pull ours in when wind gusts hit 35mph or greater. At slower winds depending on the angle of the wind relative to the rig. Friends of our with a rig just like ours had the wind rip the slide topper right off of their rig. We might have to get one of those air fryers. Hope that you have a safe and speedy recovery. Safe travels!

@DeanDahl 2 года назад

I stumbled onto your channel through Kass. Love your delivery and style. Also … MINNESOTA PLATES! I’m a newly retired teacher, with a winter fix in AZ. Keep up the great work!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, appreciate the comment! 😊

@georgebrown549 2 года назад

Thanks for great videos. Your breakfasts made me hungry! Enjoy your time there.

@WorldWideCynthia 2 года назад

It's so quiet at Lake Mead. The wind whistles through your ears and that's the only sound for what seems like miles around. So much different than the sounds in NYC, where I live right now. Can't wait to go back there 😎

@GaryMiller1973 2 года назад

What a beautiful place! Thanks for sharing

@kristenschachter9937 2 года назад

When we started planning you were Van life...We are now four month into living in our very own trailer. We have been boondocking for four weeks straight and love it! We can relate to having trouble releasing from the coupler! The face of relief when it finally release is so relatable!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Hey there! Congrats on making 4 months! 🤣 It really is a great lifestyle and glad to hear you are loving it!

@larryvincent2098 2 года назад

Starting off with your chuckle of stink pit. Lol !! Thanks i needed that . Beautiful spot you found . I see the ankle is improving a little bit which is a positive sign. Cooking breakfast look great when you place the food on the plate. Love the scenery and driving down the road . Thank you for sharing this adventure with me. As always BS & BK

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it Larry! It was a great spot to call home for the week! BS & Bk!

@bryanferguson5141 2 года назад

You two crack me up! We have this place on our must see list. Thanks for sharing.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

You should!😊 Thanks for watching!

@xblue9295 2 года назад

I’m not sure if anyone has mentioned this or not, I didn’t read the 300+ comments. I have the same Anderson hitch setup and I always loosen up the chain nuts to remove tension from the system before coming up off the ball. Seems to work much better, I learned the hard way with an incline driveway. Happy Trails!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

👍 thanks! We switched to loosening up the nuts as well after trying this method. It is much easier now and faster!

@safepetproducts 2 года назад

The drive down the westside of the lake from where you were there on 167 is as beautiful a drive as you will find.

@j.l.salayao8055 2 года назад

Hey guys! Fella outdoors rv owner here who is also familiar where you're currently station. If you turn right on the main road from your campsite and for about 5 to 7 miles away, there are groceries, restaurants, laundry, and auto parts store. Enjoy and explore🙂.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Hey 👋 thanks! We did get a chance to go to Overton for groceries and laundry. Nice little town!

@TF856 2 года назад

Trust me, it's you! 😁 I've never seen anybody have so much trouble unhooking the trailer. Or leveling a trailer. 😁 It just takes practice. I have pulled a lot of trailers over the years. Put the trailer close to where you want it and then put ramps in front or behind the low side of the trailer wheels. Drive it up on the ramp until the level on the front of the trailer is centered, then block the wheels unhook the trailer and then level it front to back with another level mounted on the side of the trailer using the tongue jack. This should take no more than 5 or 10 minutes. Then if you want to you can use more stabilizing jacks but I never used more than the two rear and the tongue jack. And I used 2x2 cribbing with pyramid jacks on top. Extremely stable! Who needs auto levelers. Those are expensive and a big waste of money! Lots of people are spoiled rotten by all those gadgets, and they complain and b**** if they can't find a level spot. I once parked my trailer on a 30° slope and got it perfectly level really quick and easy. When I got done the coupler was sitting on the ground and the tires were a foot up in the air on ramps. But it was still quick and fun and easy. Sometimes I don't even bother with the stabilizers. Just the wheels on ramps and the tongue jack. I really miss that 24-ft trailer. But I'll be getting another one soon. Have a wonderful journey. 😁😃

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks for your expertise!😊

@Markpatrickrich Год назад

I enjoy your videos and all your tips and information sending you positive energy 🙏🏼❤️🤙🏼

@scoutingamerica1910 2 года назад

Great video sharing the leveling problem! Love the wind discussion.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks 😊

@ronk4474 2 года назад

I'm glad I watched this to the potatoes alone! I didn't know air fryers could do that! You gained a sub... Lol

@tumbleweedbandit 2 года назад

I absolutely love this channel . I find it Rejuvenating and inspiring . Thanks

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks John, appreciate those kind words!😊

@DrMott 2 года назад

Thank you for your content! Weekend/vacation warrior is inspired.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

You are so welcome!

@donnageitz4701 2 года назад

This vlog was so interesting ! You guys handled the wind storm with a positive attitude. I never thought of making my own turkey sausage . Good healthy alternative . I think I'll give it a try. That was a solitary part of Lake Mead with a secluded beauty. I think there is a touristy part where you can rent boats. At least I think I remembered reading about that being one of the activities to do when I visited Las Vegas. I wonder if that Spring has amoebas in it. Some Florida lakes have ameba warnings in the middle of the hot summer. It's found in hot waters. Your site was in such a beautiful area . Love the pink glow.

@yooperdog 2 года назад

Great video, glad to see you are healing. Burro was the name of a small fiberglass camper also. Wife says storing onions with potatoes will give off a gas that will cause 🥔 potatoes to sprout. I see your neighbor has her new truck for her truck camper build, looking forward to seeing that. We are awaiting a Scout truck camper so we can hit the road. Again Great video and travel safe. 🤙negative temps in these parts.❄️

@redsnowplow7985 2 года назад

If you have Andersen Levelers...you could consider driving the front tires onto them and that would change the degree pitch at the ball. Just drive over them once you're disconnected. Just a thought since Andersen says NOT to grease the ball.

@anthonydelgros8002 2 года назад

love seeing people go to the exact same spots that I've been.... fire canyon is phenomenal in the backside of lake Mead where you stood I've been and I've camped it's phenomenal hope you guys have a blast!!! currently in Louisiana stop on over......

@chritinekerr1569 2 года назад

My fresh water tank is on the other side too, in my 1990 camper van. Just joined your channel from New Zealand. Take care 🙂 💜😊

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Hello 👋 In New Zealand! 😀

@davecarriere7096 2 года назад

When caught on the ball. Chalk the back wheels, put truck in reverse just enough to move slightly/take off pressure. Put on emergency brake and put it into park. It should pop off then

@johnturner7322 Год назад

Yes Anderson WDH uses no grease. YOu do have th enewer version than I do though. I have the early vesion with the black triangle plate at the bottom chain connection

@hokieinidaho 2 года назад

Just discovered you guys channel from the RadRover review you did, and I have to tell you, I'm just addicted to your videos and story. I've watched an earlier vid with the truck/tent setup, and the latter two videos with the trailer, and I can't wait to see everything in between! We've been holed up given my wife's health and the risk of covid so I'm living vicariously, my dream in fact, of exactly what you guys are doing. Keep it up!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Hey 👋, thanks for watching! Rv living is pretty special and we hope you and your wife get a chance to try it. It takes some planning but is sooooo rewarding. 😊

@zeesoutdoorsadventures 2 года назад

Beautiful spot another great vlog thank u for taking us along...

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed😊 thanks for watching !

@cccalifornia7206 2 года назад

I enjoy watching your great relationship! Very refreshing to see! 🤗

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thank you 🙏

@idarmartin6022 2 года назад

For your couplier get some silicon spray or grease for hitches.

@greghall9006 2 года назад

Those were wild burros. They are common in the Arizona and Nevada deserts. Don’t leave your ‘food’ trash out, they will find it, and poop all over your campsite. You should always have some grease on the hitch ball. Metal to metal contact is not good, no matter what the manufacturer says. I love your adventures and safe travels to y’all.

@lifeisshort-makeitsweet869 2 года назад

My area, those are wild burros. Exciting to see. Safe travels.

@keylimedp 2 года назад

One of the most magical spots you've ever been to.... come on. The most beautiful spot? .....Really?

@BlackDogDesigns 2 года назад

Fantastic video guy’s, thanks for sharing.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

😊 thank you for watching!

@niccimiller6511 2 года назад

KT tape is amazing healed my “tennis elbow”. That and the goofy 2 PT doctors from the NE. Worked perfectly

@user-cf5bl1fh8r 7 месяцев назад

Love your videos!

@michaelnally1404 2 года назад

A!ways look forward to your videos just down to earth people living out their dream don't get much better than that thanks for the posts

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks Michael, appreciate that!😊

@genehall1049 2 года назад

Congratulations on your new home.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thank you!😊

@mikep8085 2 года назад

We have the same hitch and what's worked for me to get the trailer uncoupled is when I'm parking the trailer and am happy with the spot it's in, chock the trailer and set the parking brake. Once all the tension is off chains and I'm still having a difficulty uncoupling, I would release the parking brake and that little movement would be enough to uncouple the trailer from the hitch. HTH

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Good tip, thank you! 🙏

@brewedforthejourney6149 2 года назад

Just did hassle backs in the air fryer for the first time. Turned out amazing. Highly recommend it.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Ohhhh yeah! They look so good in pics…. Gonna have to try it, thanks! 😊

@Sweetpotaterz 2 года назад

At 20mph, I'm pulling my slides in with toppers. At 10mph, the awning is in, if not sooner. We got small rips in one of ours and used canvas tape to prevent more damage in New Mexico, but I'm way more on the careful side with wind in our RV (gas motorhome, fulltime for 2 years).

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

That sounds like a good set of guidelines for the awning and slide topper!

@jredd801 2 года назад

A tip for un hitching, once your parked where you want to unhook, bring the truck to a stop, then reverse slightly/shift to park/set parking brake before taking your foot off the brake pedal, this keeps the truck from rolling and keeping pressure on the ball..

@luminousveiws 2 года назад

We often 'lean' against the wheel chocks to solve similar issues.

@lourdesgallegos7508 2 года назад

You two are so cute together! I would suggest that if you have an issue unhitching the truck just start raising the trailer jack and the hitch will disconnect. That’s what Brian would do. 😉

@texanusa111 2 года назад

next time place a leveling block under the truck back tires to level up with the trailer

@joanmcerlean7158 2 года назад

Gems: “Embrace the pace”, “ nowhere I’d rather be than at the stink pit with my..”, “pre-existing issues with the coupler”, “I’m afraid of leaving”.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

😊

@miketaylor9909 2 года назад

Ok. You guys are are awesome. I really enjoyed watching you. I have a truck and trailer a lot like yours. Have not been where you have been but maybe this year. Love you guys. Keep it up.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

😊 thank you for watching!

@scooterw3936 2 года назад

Great to see you’re ankle/foot is improving. At least you can still get out and do some exploring. Have you thought about an induction cooktop to cook on and save some propane? Maybe just a single portable one? With your electrical system I’d think that would work well. Thanks for the videos.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Yes, thank you it is getting better slowly! I’m up to 1 mile walking without a boot and no pain…. But slight swelling afterwards. We do actually have a single burner induction cook top and love it! We can’t air fry and induction at the same time so we kinda trade off use. But we’re starting to use it more and more and it’s so nice to have!

@Sweetpotaterz 2 года назад

The burros are wild, they were brought by the damn builders and then released, you have to be careful on curvy roads because they will just stand in the lanes! Cuties though for sure.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Oh, good to know! It was weird to see them in the wild!

@joycemoses2411 2 года назад

Smart idea bringing in the slide because of the wind. Aaron, thankful that your ankle is getting better! Chris, thank you for the cooking tips on the breakfast patties! Love the views and sunsets! Around the 14:43 mark on your video, UFOs make an appearance....at least that was my first thought of the lights reflecting in the glass....lol. I believe I have been watching too many old movies.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

We've been thinking about Area 51 lately! You never know!

@joycemoses2411 2 года назад

@@IreneIronTravels lol

@ThatOneDudeNick 2 года назад

It's wild how low the water levels are at the lake. It makes the road situation kind of weird out there. Roads that used to go right up to the water now end just seemingly randomly. Then you have the ghost town of St. Thomas, uncovered in 2002 after being under as much as 70 feet of water since the 30's when the lake was formed.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

We heard the levels are pretty low for the lake....But pretty cool area for sure and we would have loved to see that ghost town. So weird!

@brettburguard4782 2 года назад

Hi guys! I full time in an ORV 24RKS with the same front window and dinette slide as yours. For the front window I use a towel behind the pillow insert that covers the back and edges of the pillow. It gives it a tighter fit eliminating gaps around the edges and stops drafts and condensation forming between the pillow and glass. The seals on the bottom corners of the slide don’t always seal properly because of how they are cut in the corners. Sometimes, from inside I can even see light from outside. And there is air leakage there regardless. My “fix” has been to stuff a wool hiking sock into the gap from inside the trailer. Just remember to pull them out before bringing in the slide!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Hey there Brett! Thanks for the tips! I actually noticed that gap in the slide corners as well and this being our first slide....I was kinda blown away you could see out side! I have also stuck socks in there on really cold days! Ha ha!

@jimrees5898 2 года назад

Hi! I really enjoy your channel. Just a little tip on the hitch problem you had. You may have already been given this information or figured it out, but when you get into that situation where the hitch won’t lift off the ball, one way to navigate that problem is to put the wheel chocks in place and your trailer tongue jack down. Lift the jack just slightly to take the weight off of the truck hitch ball. Then move the truck slightly backwards (so that you’re moving the truck but not moving the trailer). This slight movement of the truck will give you just enough clearance on the ball for the lift to come off without catching. Hope this helps. Keep on doing what you’re doing!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks we’ll give that a try! 😀

@clintstinytrailerconversio5560 2 года назад

I have to get an air frier for the camper, or borrow one from the house. I fought a black 3/4" goodyear hose for years and don't miss it... but boy do they last a long time. Suggestion: LevelMatePro.... very cool the way you pick the most level spot as you arrive. I have the old one without the on off switch. But, I love it.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks! Have heard good things about the levelmate pro!

@mrsmac5196 2 года назад

Hey! great episode. Remember to ALWAYS push those tank rods back in after the drain. When we left our seasonal spot last fall, hubby emptied, flushed and yacked to his brother at the same time. When we got to our campsite in Wilmington NY, it was an ugly scene when he pulled the cap off 🤢. Ordering one of those caps with the hose connection just in case they're forgotten again, but that incident will not be quickly forgotten!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Oioo yeah that would not be a fun scene! 😬 good reminder for sure!

@thesiteseekers7867 2 года назад

Shortly after getting our camper back from the service dept. We didn't think to look and see that they left ours pulled well needless to say it was not something I noticed when we went to dump the tanks. It was very gross, to say the least! Of course it was me doing the tanks and not the normal (my husband) doing it. He thought it was hilarious!

@007nadineL 2 года назад

What's a tank rod pls? .

@michaelmacdermott6340 2 года назад

Tip: Your Kizen infrared thermometer gun doesn't measure air temperature only surface temperatures, unlike your heater thermostat which measures air temperature so that's why you can still have a cold surface while your thermostat is not kicking on the heater yet. Your foot is filled with fluid and blood while during the healing process just like a bodybuilders muscle when they work it out hard. It'll go back to normal eventually. I see things a little bit differently as far as carbs and fats. Keto saved my life. I used to have very high cholesterol high triglycerides and was pre-diabetic, but no more thanks to Keto and cutting carbs and eating more protein and fats. I also lost 40 lbs in 9 months. My blood sugar, triglycerides, and cholesterol are all under control now. As well as my waistline. That snorting deadly organisms thing is kind of worrisome, because what happens to your dogs if you bring them there with you and they sample the water? Love your videos and your lifestyle keep them coming. 🤠

@ariverstonesthrowaway 2 года назад

What an absolutely gorgeous spot! So peaceful and love the fact that you can see so far away. Where you able to get any internet access in that area or completely dead? Safe travels!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Yes, really good Verizon and T mobile for us. We also read At&t is good too!😊

@BenWho 2 года назад

Hey Guys! We were there at Poverty Flats the same time as y’all! We were camped further down the same trail in our lifted Class C (no toad). We left the day before the big wind event. Of course, at the time, we didn’t realize it was “Irene” up on that hill. Stay safe out there, cheers!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Hey Ben! What a great area to camp! It was good you left because it was pretty bad for about 3 days! Thanks for watching!

@jimsherry7050 2 года назад

When ya have an angle with the truck, just use more blocks under the jack.

@marilynhamer2688 2 года назад

If you are ever near Oatman AZ which is north of Lake Havasu, you will see tons of wild burros. They walk through the town.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

I don’t think we’ve been through there yet! That would be crazy to see in town!

@Microage2009 2 года назад

Just FYI, when you want to unhitch you made a comment about your ball with some rubbing I highly recommend take some white lithium grease to your ball when it looks dry. This will lubricate it stop any squeaking and I will make pulling the trailer much easier. Second observation and don’t take this with criticism when you’re on a little bit of an angle and the ball did not want to drop off from the hitch. Pull your pin and move the vehicle ahead obviously the safety chains are off and it’ll pull the drawbar out from your vehicle. You were not add an extreme angle that would prevent this. Even lifting up on the tongue jack from your trailer you could’ve jumped on the back of the hitch and that was separated your vehicle from your trailer. Keep up the great work it’s great that you’re both sharing the duties of towing do not be afraid of towing the ground that you went in for that Boondocking location looked fairly flat and level

@cocochanel9291 2 года назад

Haaha. I feel like Chris wasn't really into to the 'temp gun' chatter that early in the morning. Continued safe and fun travels !

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Yeah, not before her coffee! 🤣 it was like 5:30 🤣

@dannyyates7208 2 года назад

Great video. 👍👍👍👍👍

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thank you!!

@buymywings 2 года назад

Yea, I was picking up some Lake Mead Chainsaw Massacre vibes too. I spy Cass' basecamp up near your rig. Looking forward to some collaborations in the near future! Keep on healing'! 🦶👍

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

🤣👺

@rebeccaireland6705 2 года назад

Another great episode! Black tank tip... Disposable shower caps on your shoes! I hate walking in the yuk and jumping in my truck/ camper! I know, it's creating more trash... But, I am a bit of a germ freak!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

We hear ya there! It is kinda gross to think about how messy those get. I actually cut out of the video me spraying and cleaning the mess left by the previous person before Chris got over there. It was too gross to show!

@pivoine5929 2 года назад

Another amazing video, i'm blown away for the scenery. I keep you update on IG for the weather in France. Enjoy friends

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks Pivoine! Stay safe over there! That is some crazy wind you are having! We saw upto 35mph here and thought our RV was going to shake apart!

@pivoine5929 2 года назад

@@IreneIronTravels Dont worry for me i'm not in an RV but in an appartment and far from the sea shore where the wind will be the strongest ☺☺

@happyperson8740 2 года назад

You might want to test your glucose prior to the potatoes (even in the air fryer) and then 30 minutes after you finish your meal. My father wears a continuous glucose meter and potatoes spike his blood sugar over 50 points. I’ve tested my glucose and didn’t get any spike my dad or my husband got following the potato meal. My father’s doctor(s) do not follow your advice about potatoes. Everyone is different so probably a disclaimer would be helpful. Also, I grew up in Henderson, NV and our Easters were spent at Valley of Fire. Excellent videos.

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

😊 Thank you for sharing that, very good point! Everyone is so different and there are many contributors to one's health. Moderation is something we try to apply to many aspects of our lives. We'll have to try and test our glucose to see what potaotes do to us! We don't typically eat any refined sugars or processed carbs and try to just stick to the whole foods.🍏

@gregprince2523 2 года назад

Rinse the starch off your taters, 2 or 3 rinsed and the feel , taste is different, better.

@tc2425 2 года назад

Aaron is Faking the bad ankle ....10 years on Jump Status with the Marines and never had my Foot Wrapped.....But it does make for good Drama and Film 🎥 ....Actually Aaron should keep the Wrap on Permanent ...more Fun !!!....

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

🤥🤫🤣

@keithjohnson3993 2 года назад

Think that is a common problem with slide toppers. Our coupler hangs up often, but we just lift it to the point that it pulling up the truck and then I step on the bumper and bounce. Not a graceful way, but gets it done. Hope your ankle heals up fast!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Thanks Keith! We'll just have to keep at the coupler!

@stephenpolos1689 2 года назад

Good video 😃 seems like your afraid of the wind and sketchy desert area it just takes time to get use to it

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

😊 thanks! Yes, we love the desert landscapes and are still getting used to our new rig as we encounter different scenarios. Seems like we’ve had more wind in the past three weeks than three years of full time rving! 🤣

@gregprince2523 2 года назад

Ball needs a little lube, also up inside the coupler..... lay on your back and shine your phone light up in it , you'll see how the locking system works. It needs lube also...... twice as fast in the sand, grit and offroad stuff. Keep that in mind Aaron. dirt n grit is not your friend on metal to metal, composite, plastic connections.

@MostlyOffGrid 2 года назад

Love the line about the black tank. Were you able to use your America the beautiful at all of the locations? Yes Donkeys are native to all of NV. You should make it to Mt. Charleston for a couple of days as well it’s beautiful. ~Kara

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

😊 yes the pass does get you into the national rec area there and for some reason the booth was closed! Thanks, we’ll check Out mt Charleston!

@kathigee 2 года назад

Embrace The Pace!! love that and will be quoting you many many times!! .. Chris, can you tell me what plants you have? and I think its genius to transport them in that cute basket. Have a lovely time in that beautiful desert!!!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

They are fake plants from target! 🤫

@kathigee 2 года назад

@@IreneIronTravels oh I remember you saying that a while back.. but dang.. they look good!

@campingalan 2 года назад

Hi Chris and Aaron! What an incredible park! I remember your comments on one of your last videos about how Valley of Fire just pops out of nowhere….and you weren’t kidding. We were just there over Super Bowl weekend and the park was like an orange fire ball explosion as you round the corner. My wife and I were talking about how great it would be to come there for the week and be able to hike most of the trails in the park. We exited the park the same way you two did, but turned right and went back to Vegas via circling by Lake Mead and into Henderson NV. Did you make it to Red Rocks Canyon on the west side of Vegas while you were there? If not, I highly recommend it when you return. There is a lot of free access hiking on the south side of that park that go up into the canyon wall gulches. I really like Chris’s plant bag! Very deployable…and practical! It is great to have some green life when stopped. Not sure if you guys are into cacti. Over by Red Rock Canyon is a micro town of Blue Diamond. On the main highway is a really cool desert nursery/landscaping place called Cactus Joe’s. Definitely recommend a stop there when you return. Wow…..that Sand Mine area is really beautiful! Safe travels!

@IreneIronTravels 2 года назад

Hey Alan! Glad you got to see VOF! We didn’t make it to red rock unfortunately, but we’ll have to next time for sure! We love cacti 🌵