Not blaming alliance …( have enough issues with ours to complain about ..) but it really does suck that the patio rails unlock and detach with little movement could have totally prevented you from falling over and off . We have the same RV and our dogs bump the rail and the gate slides right open .. Prayers for quick and complete healing !!❤️🩹
I’ve thought about reaching out to them and using my story as a reason to build them more secure, or consider making a lock that we could put on the older models to remedy this.
We used to put trash in the back of our truck until we came out, and my brand new Silverado High Country had a giant chunk chewed off of the bumper. Whatever animal it was could smell the trash but had no access, so they chewed the bumper until they cut themselves and left a puddle of blood behind.
As a truck driver i see this occur all the time. I always wondered why it's not required by law buying anything over 30 feet a simple class on basic safety for rv'ers. It could be a simple online course. The dangers and death I've witnessed is really uncalled for. The amount of education as a cdl holder is huge for good reason. Your not as large but way more dangerous going into it blind.
Thanks for talking about the critters. Our little cabin is near a popular campground at Lake Tahoe and the bears tear everything apart. They are so smart and (unfortunately) conditioned. They do major damage to vehicles and walk right into RV’s and houses. Just the slightest scent of anything resembling food will trigger them. Bear boxes are definitely there for a valid reason.
I would like to ask you all why did you pick an Alliance toy hauler, was it the design, cost, construction, warranty, when you have time. No big hurry but you’re right that without protection you will not make it and a dog is best. I’m planning to buy a King Shepard which gets 150 to 200 lbs and stands 6.5 feet or taller. But I will take him every where I go. The nice thing is he is part wolf. Great video again. Thanks
We had researched companies known for their customer service. Alliance fit that bill. Go back and watch our past videos on the toyhauler. We did have issue with a crack but overall we are very happy with them. This particular unit was chosen because we needed two separate offices for work. So we converted the garage into another living space. It’s also where our college aged saucer stays when she’s out of school.
Great boondocking advice! I guess because I'm an old man with a dog I treat him like a toddler..a 110 pound German Shepherd/ Rott mix toddler but a toddler none the less. I'm just not comfortable leaving him in the trailer regardless of any equipment that might keep him safe when it's really hot and I live in Arizona. That's just me though, I realize every one doesn't think the same way where their pets are concerned.
So glad to see your doing better, I’ve lived through stuff like that and it takes time to heal. Rest, let your body heal, day by day, but it’s great to see you smiling and cheerful.
I had a road by my house, here in smokies where ; rvers gps brought them up a windy, narrow (steep with huge drop down and no guard rails), gravel road. At the end, before getting on pavement, you had to go over a one lane bridge, which they couldn’t cross. Time and time and time again… don’t trust your gps!
I dont know how much they cost, but I would get "air tags" and hide them on your E-Bikes. If they get stolen you can track their location via your cell phone! You could also put one on your generator, laptops, cameras etc! I saw a video, where someone's ebike got stolen, at a hotel, and they were able to get it back, via the air tag location! Just a thought!🙌
We do that. In fact, we originally had that in our video but the video was way too long and we had to cut that part. We actually have these bells mounted that hide the AirTags.
thank you.Just learning about rv life right now-I hope your healing goes well-I got some ligament injuries in my upper cervical spine that caused some serious problems and I had to see a specialist neurosurgeon in the USA (Im Canadian), only a handful of NS treated upper C ligamentous injuries-so I just wanted to let you know that sometimes with these injuries a regular NS might not do the measurements for rarer ligamentous injuries callled CCi and AAI. Reaching out ,so nobody has to go what we went through to find the right help. I pray its not you-but thought maybe I should say something-just in Case. ( I saw Dr Fraser Henderson in Maryland) .
Nothing says freedom than being censored in your ability to communicate on a public platform. I mean you would think the Constitution would be respected, even by business in a Constitutional Republic! Unreal, how we have moved away from “freedom”
The club is ok I have one BUT. The very first day before I picked up my F-350 duly I had a kill switch hidden on my truck. I had a truck strolling one time not fun. The club is not best.
Did the same thing with a Trans Am that I owned. A kill switch is great peace of mind. If a real thief wants to get past the club he will just cut the steering wheel, 1/4 inch rod, takes 3 seconds with a Dewalt Sawzall ( that he probably stole..LOL)
We carry firearms in their two safes. Safe! We never ever leave our dog in our RV. Two times now I have helped try to save a total of 4 dogs locked in two separate burning RV’s It always ends horribly. If your waggle goes down as you lost your power or inverter? your kayaking or in the park or town hours away? We will just not do it and we have a fail safe huge Solar lithium system from our own company with starlink.
You were talking about security. Why not install a household video recorder (DVR) with several outside cameras and a nice big monitor inside? You can see who is at the door, who is on your campsite, what critters are around, all the way around the RV and it is recorded. Put it on a dedicated Inverter, not expensive.
Great idea. Not sure we have that level of commitment or worry about it honestly. We have critter proofed about every outside crevice. Spray under with the peppermint solution which seems to work great. Only a mouse of two which is almost inevitable.
Ive been following quite a list of RVers, over the last year and a half, as i prepare to go on the road, full time, myself. Today, I found y'all. This was the third one ive watched, today. You go so far and beyond anything else ive seen, with your practical and helpful information!!! THANK YOU!!!! Im looking foward to seeing all of the videos you've posted, and will look forward to the new ones! I just dont think you can grasp how much you are appreciated!
Wow. Thank YOU for such kind words. You know, when we decided to do this we wanted to be the channel we wish we had when we were researching and first starting out. You really made our day. Thanks for following us.
Don’t just trust GPS routes. They don’t show sizes of roads or where rural roads might encounter natural obstacles. We encountered reducing size and quality roads along a GPS route that eventually came to a unbridged creek ford with NO WARNING and No way to turn around (even though we have a small 16’ trailer). The biggest issue was no knowing the depth of the creek and if our camper would clear the water without water leaking in the door. We ended up OK but GPS lead us wrong.
Oh man, that’s crazy. Luckily ours has done pretty good (unless user error) Curious. Does your gps allow you to put in your rig, length, height and weight? We have two that we run at the same time that do this. One is a backup to the other and if they lead us different places we can dig in deeper with google earth. I mean, you have to trust something right?
Take it slow, double check, be on the same page, have a plan, have a back up plan, communicate, be patient and never be in a rush. Re-read. lol How my wife and I live. Lastly, always be prepared, be trained. God bless.
The Cummins generator that you briefly mention in the video is something I've been considering purchasing. Do you have a specific video about that generator? I've looked through your video library and haven't found anything. My biggest question about the generator is does it work and run well in higher elevations? If you could give some details about the generator that would be great. It's a brand that I've considered the most and you folks are the only ones on RU-vid that I've seen have and use one. Thanks!!!
Hey there, we'll do a review soon. Bottom line, it works great. We had it recently at 8100 feet, and it worked perfectly, even with propane. It has a remote start that draws in the propane automatically, and usually starts on the first try. If not, it automatically tries a 2nd time, and it's always worked the 2nd time. We haven't had it in super cold temps yet. One big complaint I had with our other Champion pull start generator was that it would take 20-30 pulls to get the propane to start, especially if it was cold. I'd end up using gas for 10 minutes or so, then switching to propane. I don't have to do any of that with this generator. I just start it with the remote start, and it runs. Plus it's much quieter than our Champion, even though its twice the power. Overall, we're very happy with it.
Hope your doing good, it it smart to get CPR certified and what else should i consider to be a good asset and proper support? Btw im a noobie that hasn't started yet but looking into getting set up. Just wanted to say thanks
So does waggle not require WiFi and electricity ? Curious as to how that would still work in power outage , solar out etc as mentioned . We use a cheaper option so just wondering .
It runs off internal battery. We keep ours plugged up all the time but it could go for days on charge alone. . So you’d be well back by the point it would run out of battery. It also runs off Verizon (built in) like a phone. In two years we have only had one place where the signal gave us issue.
Our Australian Labradoodle is 40 pounds-and has been a great deterrent from panhandlers in a Walmart parking lot-his bark is furious! We were just picking up groceries not an overnight-crazy! But the dog is our first method of protection.-
You guys are totally awesome and very educational. Just wanted to say hi to the group and as a noobie that HASN'T yet started, im looking into the lifestyle. A defense lifestyle and with a dog. Thanks. My wife and i are looking into this lifestyle and looking into preparing into this. You all are awesome 👌 thanks 😊. (Sorry i just feel like a little boy, excited about this and getting it right)
Hi and welcome. I see you’ve been watching several videos. You are doing exactly what you should. Research and take it all in. This lifestyle isn’t right for everyone but, for some, it’s amazing. E are actually working on a going full time course that addresses much of what you are seeking. We are hoping it helps people not only decide if they are right for this, but also walk through all the steps to get going. Stay tuned for more on that.
I'm new to your channel and really appreciate your advice. I will be looking to buy hopefully a class C as it's just old me now, and my 3 dogs. I like the class C as it is easier for me to drive, and would yet be big enough for myself and the dogs. I plan on living in it, and explore the U.S.A since I'm retired. I just can't take the heat here in Texas anymore, and the rents are going out the roof. So I'm shopping around. I really like the idea of Waggel it's brilliant. I was wondering about that very topic that what happens if I leave the RV to let say do laundry, and the AC or heat goes out. That service really gives you peace of mind. Thank y'all for this post, and I hope you recover soon. Happy Travels. Martin
We’ve seen some pretty amazing class c layouts. Waggle it something like it is essential. Good luck in your search. Btw- we lived in Dallas for a few years. Man, I so remember that heat.
We were at a campground and the rig next to us the folks had a little to much to drink and a screaming battle started up the 🏕 host hesrd the noise and stopped at their site 6:36 6:37 6:37 6:39
Since we have no home base and we are both still working full time digitally, we converted the garage into an office and an extra room for our daughter when she’s with us. My office is in the area where the dining table was. We need office separation due to work and zoom calls which inevitably happen at the same time.
You can see that the swelling is going down by looking at the collar. My brother broke his back and neck doing yard work. He had a collar for 8 weeks. Had a surgery on his back but his neck had to heal naturally with stabilization. But he is on the mend. I wish you a speedy recovery.
@@liketheresnotomorrowyou sound and look better. So thankful it wasn’t worse and that you are healing. Prayers for you!!! Thanks for sharing your journey the GB&Ugly.
So glad you're feeling a little better! Like you, I always look at the routes on the map, I haven't had a curve like that one but to be honest, I may have thought I could make it, thanks for sharing your predicament, it certainly help me to be more careful when watching the routes. Bowie's bark is so vicious! I did the DNA test on him, the highest percentage were 37% American Staffordshire Terrier (guard dog), 21% Catahoula Leopard (hunt dog), 14 % Bulldog (guard dog), 11% Labrador Retriever 11% Boston Terrier (guard dog), this is why they are such great Guard and Hunting dogs!
I have always been on this sort of diet. I’ve been celiac for over 18 years. Not that I don’t slip, but I think it does help. If I would only give up my wine. lol
@@liketheresnotomorrow lol, I hear that!! But I have autoimmune issues so I finally did give it up. I have the occasional bourbon, whisky, rum or vodka
So happy to hear your doing better . Continue to 🙏 praying for your healing journey! So glad your sharing your experience with us cause this is going to help a lot of people
My wife and I are not RV'rs......yet. I have spinal stenosis so can sympathize with Darlene's situation. You two have a good vibe and I appreciate how you address topics of being on the road. Good job!
If and when you come back to Wyoming, do NOT only follow GPS. It is a well know fact here, that GPS will take you down roads that are not accessible to RVs and semis. This happens frequently and it doesn't end will. Great tips, thanks for sharing.
We use two forms of GPS that allows us to put in our height and length and uses that to guide us. They are made for large rigs but we run two because sometimes there are still problems. It’s not perfect but you have to use something. Google maps or phone maps will not work safely. You’ve got that right, 😜
When I was out by myself ( female) I had an old timer RVer tell me most RV carry protection and criminals usually know that and leave you alone. A dog also is great alarm
People are insane now, they do things that make no sense at all. A loud alarm might be more of a deterrent than a weapon to some, I'd suggest both. A big boat horn will be louder than a lot of alarms too.
Border , not boarder. A border is an outer edge around something like a puzzle or a country. Add an "a" and a boarder is a person who pays to live and eat somewhere, like boarding school.
Subscribed so I feel like I have some right to make a negative comment because I want to see your videos be the best they can be. Really like the content with one exception. Darlene tends to talk over her husband and that is really annoying. An example in today’s video at timestamp 32.20.
Thank you for your feedback. I am aware and am working on it. I just get so excited sometimes. We all have habits we aren’t aware of. Put yourself in RU-vid and you’ll quickly find out. lol a work in progress.
@@liketheresnotomorrow well thank you for your quick response!! I am in a couple of RV reviews, certainly nothing to compare to what y’all are doing. I’m sure it’s a very difficult and I do want to see y’all succeed and prosper. Yawls videos are very entertaining and I hope to be able to run into y’all somewhere down the road and say hi. It’s not a gender thing, I’ve seen guys on other channels do it to their wives. It doesn’t really matter who’s doing it we just want to hear what everyone has to say. Keep up the good work and will keep watching.😄
