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In 1995 These Products Were Considered To Be Revolutionary. Did They Change Our Lives?

31 May 2018

This Gadget Guru segment aired live on NBC’s Today Show in August 1995 and featured a variety of new products and technologies that promised to change our lives. The question is, how did they do? Did the privacy glass make it into homes? Are people now hanging TV’s on their... Read More

Loose Parts Make Setting Up The Surface 604 Rook E-Bike A Confusing Task For This Rookie

30 May 2018

Maybe it’s because I live in a bicycle friendly neighborhood, or possibly it’s because bicycling and visiting campgrounds in a motorhome go hand-in-hand, I’ve recently rediscovered the wonderful world of bicycles. The modernization of the electric bike (e-bike) gets the credit and is the reason I’m back on two wheels... Read More

VIDEO: Is The 2018 Rad Mini eBike A Step Forward Or Backward from 2017 Model?

20 May 2018

Allow me to state upfront, that I’m a fan of Rad Power Bikes’ Rad Mini folding fat tire electric bike. So much so, that I purchased the newly released and upgraded 2018 model as a companion for the 2017 Rad Mini that was delivered last year. A video comparing the... Read More

What You Need To Know About Blue Ox Tow Bars – Connecting An Alpha or Ascent Tow Bar

05 May 2018

Let’s face it, there’s a lot to learn when entering the world of motorhomes. One of the more confusing aspects of ownership is how to safely tow a vehicle behind a motorhome. Simply stated, there’s quite a few terms associated with towing that can sound like a foreign language to... Read More

VIDEO: What It’s Like To Drive A 1957 Flxible Starliner Vintage Bus

25 Feb 2018

So, what’s it like to drive a 1957 Flxible Starliner? In this video I use multiple camera angles and do my best to demonstrate what it’s like driving a bus of this vintage. Yes, it’s a long video and some will post comments stating I talk too much! But, a bus... Read More

MantelMount Solves The Age Old Problem Of Mounting A TV Over A Fireplace

09 Feb 2018

When it comes to watching movies and TV shows at home, I’m an old school guy. While it seems that some are satisfied watching movies on phones and tablets, I prefer watching programming on the largest screen possible. if you’re mounting a TV above a fireplace you already know there’s... Read More

Jupiter Bike’s Folding Electric Scooter Transforms From Compact To Functional In Minutes

05 Feb 2018

I’ll admit, when I was perusing the aisles at the RV Super Show in Tampa last month, I almost kept walking past Jupiter Bike’s small booth. Since I attended the show with the purpose of checking out the latest in RV’s and travel trailers and already own a folding electric... Read More

What You Need To Know About Airstream Touring Coaches

19 Jan 2018

When you hear the name Airstream, the image of retro futuristic, aluminum skinned travel trailers most likely comes to mind. To say that Airstream is an American icon and is the undisputed king of the road of travel trailers is nothing short than an understatement. Its sleek and shiny torpedo-shaped... Read More

Jupiter Bike – Tiny Electric Scooter That Folds And Goes Anywhere

17 Jan 2018

While perusing the miles of aisles of the Florida RV Super Show, just when I thought I had seen everything, I stumbled upon Jupiter Bike’s booth and found what has to be the most unusual folding electric bike on the planet. But, let’s be clear about this: While it’s called... Read More

Attending the RV Super Show? Watch These Videos And Ask Questions!

16 Jan 2018

If you’re attending the RV Super Show in Tampa this week with the intention of purchasing a motorhome, be sure to ask the manufacturer about the quality of construction and how they take care of the customer after the sale. While I was intrigued with the creative layouts and spent... Read More

The Media Has It Wrong – The AT&T – Time Warner Deal Is About The Monopoly Of Technology

09 Nov 2017

The big news of the week is the story about the Department of Justice informing AT&T it cannot acquire Time Warner unless Turner Broadcasting is removed from the deal. While Turner does own CNN it owns numerous other other cable channels. From the reports I’ve seen, the media would like... Read More

Winnebago’s New Revel Breaks The Mold For Class B Recreational Vehicles

20 Sep 2017

When the image of Winnebago’s new Revel RV first appeared on my computer screen, I was intrigued. In fact, my initial thought was, “What in the heck is this thing?” it’s definitely not your Grandfather’s Class B motorhome. Winnebago Revel Overview Yes, at first glance I could see it’s a... Read More