StressLess Camping RV podcast

Tony Barthel, Peggy Barthel
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Get the most out of your RV while saving money and enjoying StressLess Camping with our weekly RV and travel podcast. You'll get tips, tricks and fun and unusual destinations plus information from RV industry insiders Peggy and Tony Barthel. We've also got our weekly RV review and more.

  1. 2d ago

    A smarter way to find RV service - Episode 376

    833-FIXED-RV is a new automated telephone number to help you find qualified RV repair professionals wherever you are. This free system puts you in touch with techs easily by reaching out with your questions on your behalf.  You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0376 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to StressLess Camping episode 376 03:52 - Keeping our waste tanks from becoming overwhelming with Liquified 07:56 - Justin Boggs with 833-FixedRV 08:43 - Company history 09:44 - RV Technician availability and wait times 11:23 - Tony: if you can turn a screw, you should be a tech 12:47 - new RV sales are down, used RVs need more help 14:28 - where to turn when you are far from home 15:40 - How 833FixedRV works for the RVer 18:18 - The service relies on conversational AI 22:31 - The AI controversy 23:59 - The future of troubleshooting 27:21 - No cost to the RVer - the tech pays a referral fee 29:46 - They do the research for you - in a fraction of the time 30:40 - How techs get involved 32:17 - Growing pains happen in any new business 35:14 - Tech-vetting guide 36:26 - Justin shares the most common types of calls 39:00 - What to do in the first hour of a break or breakdown 41:30 - The decision to use AI 43:38 - You have nothing to lose by making a free phone call 44:24 - Who's Sarah? 45:53 - We are happy to learn about 833-FixedRV 47:11 - Weigh Safe hitch makes safe, simple 49:00 - RV of the Week: Flagstaff ePro E191RLS 51:07 - Gadget of the Week: No Pane propane tank handle 53:29 - Question: Do you follow the campground rules? 53:56 - Question of the Week: Is this the end? 55:02 - We appreciate all our supporters

    A smarter way to find RV service - Episode 376

  2. Sep 3

    When is a campground rule more of a suggestion? - Episode 375

    When is a rule not a rule? When is vital camping gear not vital? This week we are pleased to be joined by Tony and Tina from TNT RVing to talk a little bit more about campground rules, and opine about gear and gadgets that some people think are vital and other people think are a waste of precious storage space.   You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0375 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to podcast episode 375 with special guests! 02:09 - You can advertise on the StressLess Camping website and podcast 03:21 - Is there a grey area in campground rules? 03:51 - Do you follow campground rules? Do you even read them? 04:31 - Rule: RV washing. Is there a grey area? 09:33 - Rule: Campfires 12:59 - Rule: Speed Limits 14:54 - Rule: Rugs 16:49 - What's essential in an RV - from the manufacturer? 18:12 - Essential: Toilets 18:35 - Essential: Ovens? 22:46 - Essential appliances - something for everyone 25:12 - Dinettes versus theater seats 29:12 - Amenities versus size 29:47 - Surprise! We have shopping tips! 34:04 - Let's slide into this topic 38:02 - What small appliances are essential to you? 42:01 - TNT is upgrading their upfit at ABC Upfitters 44:58 - Recipe of the Week: Beef and Broccoli 45:29 - Questions of the Week

    When is a campground rule more of a suggestion? - Episode 375

  3. Aug 27

    Campground Etiquette - RV podcast episode 374

    We are camped long-term - well, long term for us anyway at at campground. We are going to talk about the rules of etiquette for campgrounds. Luckily, we haven't seen any bad campers where we are, but we have seen them in our travels. Sometimes its just a matter of realizing there are rules, and other times there are people who just don't want to follow them.  Tony has an RV review to share with us, another world premier of a brand new travel trailer. You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0374 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping. Chapters:  00:00 - StressLess Camping RV Podcast Episode 374 - Campground Etiquette 01:09 - We are Tony and Peggy, and we are camping! 01:45 - Book your RV Basic Training Camp today! 02:27 - ABC Upfitters for reliable service and quality 03:17 - Being outside is hard hahaha 03:51 - The long, long trailer stay 04:58 - Why are there rules of campground behavior? 06:18 - The Golden Rule 07:17 - Leave No Trace 07:56 - Painted rocks: cute, or litter? 08:32 - Not just in the campground 08:49 - Texas Parks and WIldlife's "Seven Cs of Camping" 09:06 - Fewer rules in open spaces 09:20 - No matter where, do not interrupt someone hooking up or setting up camp 09:53 - Checklists make for StressLess Camping 10:16 - Respect. Find out what it means to — us. 11:05 - Site Boundaries - "You kids stay off my lawn" 12:13 - Arrive before dark - not just a rule, it's also StressLess Camping 12:40 - Don't be too bright 16:30 - Please don't feed the animals 17:40 - Shhhhhh 18:37 - Beware the early bird 20:36 - Mom said you have to share 21:50 - Smoke gets in your eyes - and in your lungs, your clothes, your RV… 23:24 - Don't be a litterbug 24:10 - Ghosting is ghoulish 25:28 - Woof, woof 26:26 - Don't poo-poo the rules 27:03 - Are you a "camp flirt?" 28:43 - Did we miss any of the rules? 29:04 - Towing safely with our Weigh Safe hitch 29:45 - RV of the Week: Forest River Teleos travel trailer 32:29 - Question of the Week: Which campground rule is most important to you? 33:40 - tongue tangles

    Campground Etiquette - RV podcast episode 374

  4. Aug 20

    A day in the life of an RV rally - RV Podcast Episode 373

    This week we are doing something a little bit different - we want to show you our experience at a rally. Specifically, the Forest River Owners Group - or FROG - rally. Come along with us and see what the first few days of the rally looks like from our perspective! You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0373 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

  5. Aug 13

    More RV kitchen hints and hacks - Episode 372

    We've driven hundreds of miles, but inside the Mini Lite we're right where we were last week! This week we are back in the kitchen, for more tips for cooking and organizing in a small RV kitchen. Last week we did some cooking, and missed the chance to tell you about storing, organize, and utilizing our RV kitchen.  Tony shares this week's RV of the week, and Peggy tested a gadget. You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0372 Chapters: 00:00 - The StressLess Camping RV Podcast Episode 372 01:04 - Welcome to the StressLess Camping Podcast 01:17 - An update on the Coleman Mach Everest RV AC 03:00 - Check your hitch pin! 04:03 - Keeping our Cool with ABC Upfitters 06:00 - Someone's in the kitchen 08:54 - Clear bins for small kitchen organization 09:32 - portable, non-breakable, and microwave-safe wheat straw dishes 11:02 - Ideas for storing leftovers 13:23 - Cuisinart battery-operated blender 14:15 - Food storage in a small kitchen 14:29 - Other kitchen gadgets 18:15 - The best coffee solution for RVs - or even home! 19:42 - Food storage - didn't we cover this already?? 20:21 - paper towel bar - over the cabinet 21:10 - testing food temperature 23:01 - Trash Talk - disposing of waste in the small kitchen 25:29 - We hope these hints helped 26:13 - clean your grey tanks with Liquified tank cleaner 27:12 - RV of the Week: Forest River Crusader 2Suite is too sweet 28:10 - Gadget Report: BLU Technology tank sanitizer 39:09 - Question of the Week: Will you please share your small kitchen tips? 39:24 - We appreciate you all. Please like, share, and subscribe The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    More RV kitchen hints and hacks - Episode 372

  6. Aug 6

    RV kitchen hints and hacks - Episode 371

    This week we have tips for cooking and organizing in a small RV kitchen. Make dinner with me as we show some tools and techniques that help us with kitchen management.  You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0371 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping. Chapters: 00:00 - RV Kitchen Hints and Hacks - Episode 371 00:44 - Let's Cook in the Mini Lite kitchen 01:28 - A favorite recipe - Cheesy Broccoli Chicken Bake 04:59 - Easy clean-up tip 10:41 - Make it how you want it 12:01 - All washed up 15:27 - Shop our Amazon store for all your RV essentials 16:43 - Non-stick stainless steel frying 21:54 - The steamy part of the episode 22:15 - Thank you for stopping by for Episode 371

    RV kitchen hints and hacks - Episode 371

  7. Jul 30

    Planning RV Adventures with Friends - RV podcast 370

    This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we share our tips on planning trips with friends. Whether a rally, a road trip, or a rowdy night away, we love to camp and travel with others. How do we make it happen? Join us and we'll share our tips.  Tony updated our security and convenience with our RV gadget of the week, and he brings us another honest RV review. Oh, and remember when we asked you to call in with a tip you've learned from us, or a favorite StressLess Camping memory? We share one of those calls today.  You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0370 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping. Chapters: 00:00 - Planning RV Adventures with Friends - Podcast Episode 370 01:08 - We are StressLess Camping - and will be soon! 01:31 - Kuru Footwear reports hiking injury stats 05:47 - ABC Upfitters helps us pack 07:39 - Planning RV Trips with Friends 08:28 - Why RV with friends? 11:58 - Road trips with friends 16:31 - Do we have to plan? 17:58 - Tips for planning an RV trip with friends 24:07 - Do you have a tip for planning a group trip? 24:28 - Let's plan an RV Basic Training Camp together! 25:38 - Weigh Safe for StressLess Towing 28:24 - Gadget of the week: Onnais RV Door Lock 33:02 - RV of the week: Keystone Cougar 26LBW 36:42 - Question of the week: would you be comfortable in a small trailer? 37:38 - Question of the week: do you have a tip for planning a group RV trip? 37:53 - We appreciate YOU!

    Planning RV Adventures with Friends - RV podcast 370

  8. Jul 23

    The StressLess dozen small high-quality travel trailers for 2027 - Episode 369

    What are the best brands of small travel trailers? Who makes the highest-quality trailers in a smaller and more easily towable size? Today we have our 12 favorite high-quality compact trailers for 2027. The StressLess Dozen? Tony railroaded our brother in law Kerry into a tour of the garage of a passenger train line. Maybe you'll recognize it from about a year ago.  We have this week's podcast along with the notes and all the stories that go with this episode along with discounts, deals, helpful tips and more at our home on the web at https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0369. We really appreciate your likes and shares - thank you for joining us for podcast episode 369.  The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to StressLess Camping RV podcast episode 369 01:05 - We are StressLess Camping Tony & Peggy 01:38 - Are you caring for your slide mechanism properly? 03:21 - ABC Upfitters keeps us cool 04:48 - Tony updates the list of small, high-quality travel trailers 06:32 - Airstream Base Camp 08:23 - ALiner pop up trailers 10:43 - Casita and Escape - fiberglass "eggs" 13:17 - Ember RVs 17:33 - inTech 19:40 - Lance 23:13 - nuCamp 24:44 - Rockwood GeoPro - Flagstaff ePro 27:12 - Safari Condo 29:37 - SylvanSport GO Trailer 31:38 - Taxa 33:03 - Keep your RV spiffy with Liquishine 34:16 - Does Tony have a one-track mind? 36:13 - Question of the Week: what would you like to learn? 38:00 - Question of the Week: Would you be comfortable in a small travel trailer? 38:51 - Hang out at our fun and friendly StressLess Campers Facebook group!

    The StressLess dozen small high-quality travel trailers for 2027 - Episode 369
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Get the most out of your RV while saving money and enjoying StressLess Camping with our weekly RV and travel podcast. You'll get tips, tricks and fun and unusual destinations plus information from RV industry insiders Peggy and Tony Barthel. We've also got our weekly RV review and more.

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  • Creator
    Tony Barthel, Peggy Barthel
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    379
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Anthony B. Barthel dba StressLess Camping
  • Show Website
    StressLess Camping RV podcast

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