In Part 1 of this series, I introduced several high level topics regarding telescopes. In this part we’ll take another look at expectations in greater detail. Continue reading Telescope Buying Guide For Campers (Part 2)
Last month I wrote about using binoculars for backpacking as a means to enhance the back country experience. Telescopes are not practical to take backpacking, but they are for those who car camp or own a recreational vehicle.
I often get questions about telescopes, especially since I wrote this article about my telescope upgrades way back in 2013. If you are interested in the night sky and the cosmos, a telescope is almost a must have. Continue reading Telescope Buying Guide For Campers (Part 1)
So now we have apparently discovered another pollutant endangering our planet — synthetic microfibers. Is this a real problem? Continue reading Microfiber Pollution and the Guppyfriend Review
I liked the new pull-down kitchen faucet we installed during our house remodel so much that I thought a similar faucet would work well in our camper too. Joyce agreed.
In over 15,000 miles, I never had a problem with the Bargman cable that connected our Milan 26RLS travel trailer and our 2012 Ford Expedition, even though the socket on the Expedition was below the bumper. That changed a bit with our 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty, which has the connection socket above the bumper. The connection plug above the bumper is a huge advantage for easy access.
Back in August we were driving home with the trailer in tow and the dash had a message stating, “Trailer Disconnected,” or something similar. When I pulled over the cable was connected and secure, but I noticed it had been pinched and the rubber covering was cut along with a wire. I was able to quickly repair it and continue home. Continue reading Bargman Trailer Hitch Cable Routing
