Wandering Gypsy RV Life

Stan Cromlish
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Wandering Gypsy RV Life is your go-to podcast for all things RV living, adventure, and life on the open road. Hosted by Stan Cromlish, this show dives into the highs, lows, and unexpected moments of the RV lifestyle—from the first spark of wanderlust to the reality of full-time travel. Whether you’re a seasoned RVer or just dreaming of breaking free, tune in for stories, lessons, and insights on navigating life one highway at a time. Buckle up and join the journey—because the road is calling!

  1. 1d ago

    Better Be Handy, Blown Tires, and a Shower With No Water | 70 Episodes of RV Life

    Seventy episodes. When I sat down to record the first one back in March of 2025, I honestly didn't know if there would be a second. This week I went back through all 69 episodes and pulled some of my favorite moments: the stories that made me laugh, the lessons that stuck, and a couple that still hit me right in the heart. In this episode: - Doug Simcox of Beyond the Chutes on why you better be a little bit handy - Luke Branquinho's hardest haul, from Lovington, New Mexico to Belgrade, Montana - PRCA announcer Garrett Yerigan on beating Jack Frost in a freeze - Tilden Hooper, two blowouts, a bent axle, and what his dad said about his tools - The day Bertie Bea's water pump quit mid-shower in Kearney, Nebraska - One small step when everything feels heavy - The $308 safety decision in the Wyoming wind - The awning that met the exit gate - A windshield moment passing the Cheyenne Frontier Days grounds Chapters 0:00 Welcome 0:55 70 Episodes 1:57 Doug Simcox: You Better Be Handy 3:56 Luke Branquinho: The Hardest Haul 5:55 Garrett Yerigan: Beating Jack Frost 8:20 Tilden Hooper: Blowouts, a Bent Axle, and Dad 11:58 Caught With My Pants Down in Kearney 13:24 When It Feels Heavy 15:10 The $308 Safety Decision 16:56 Why I Keep Building 18:29 The Dreams I Didn't Give Up On 19:37 Thank You for 70 Episodes 20:20 Outro Thank you for riding along with me. More stories, photos, and adventures: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Podcast: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com/podcast/ Rolling Smooth RV book series: https://rvrollingsmooth.com Beyond the Chutes with Doug Simcox: https://beyondthechutes.show TechnoRV: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 I'm a TechnoRV affiliate and may earn a commission if you use my link. Buy me a cup of coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife My Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/stanc As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Safe travels, my friends. Not all who wander are lost.

    Better Be Handy, Blown Tires, and a Shower With No Water | 70 Episodes of RV Life

  2. Oct 10

    Make 'Em Put New Tires On It: Rodeo Road RV Lessons with Kye Todd

    PRCA music director Kye Todd spends his summers going rodeo to rodeo, and this year he traded motel rooms for a used travel trailer. Sitting outside at Kick Back Ranch and Event Center, Kye and Stan talk about what that switch really looked like: a blowout on the maiden voyage, fiberglass issues, soft spots in the floor, and a bed lift that quit. They also talk about the best part, his wife Haylee riding along all summer and working from the road. Kye shares hard-won lessons for anyone buying a used RV. Make the dealer put new tires on it. Push back when something isn't right, because when you say "see you later," they start dealing. And remember that tires can look decent and still be dry rotted from sitting in the sun, so check their age, not just the tread. They also cover why Kye now trusts a TPMS that actually works, why he keeps his fresh tank full instead of trusting campground water pressure, and how a handful of motel nights can add up to a camper payment. Plus, how Kye got into rodeo music, his fall run through Florida, and his advice for young rodeo hands: go learn from somebody who has been doing it. Guest: Kye Todd, PRCA music director Recorded at Kick Back Ranch and Event Center, Ramer, Alabama TechnoRV, home of the RoadTech TPMS. Kye now runs: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 I'm a TechnoRV affiliate and may earn a commission if you use my link. Rolling Smooth RV book series: https://rvrollingsmooth.com Beyond the Chutes podcast: https://beyondthechutes.show Kick Back Ranch and Event Center: https://kickbackranch.net Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Support our journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife Safe travels, my friends, and remember: not all who wander are lost.

    Make 'Em Put New Tires On It: Rodeo Road RV Lessons with Kye Todd

  3. Sep 19

    Indiana Wrap-Up — Three Rallies, Good People, and Back on the Road

    Three RV rallies, a pantry makeover, some mighty good salsa, and plenty of people worth remembering. As Bertie Bea, Rosie, and I head out of Goshen, Indiana, toward Dayton, Ohio, come along for a windshield conversation to close out the trip. I’m looking back at the Forest River Owners Group, Grand Design, and Montana Owners Group rallies at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds—and the RV community that made the stay memorable. Along the way, I revisit conversations with Michael Kilbourne of TechnoRV, Jered Burnett of Cool RV Everything, and Jennifer Schillaci. There’s a visit to the RV and Manufactured Housing Hall of Fame, more usable pantry space thanks to Dave at Custom RV Furniture, a replacement part from Bontrager’s, and a tank-cleaning story involving a buddy who shall remain nameless. And yes, we’re talking E&S Market salsa, Yoder’s Meats, and the entertainment that comes with watching a campground fill up for the weekend. Grab a cup of coffee and ride along for one last look back at Goshen. Explore more and support the show: Wandering Gypsy RV LifeRolling Smooth RV Book SeriesRolling Smooth MindsetBuy Me a CoffeeAmazon StorefrontShop TechnoRVBeyond the ChutesAffiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I may also earn a commission when you purchase through my TechnoRV affiliate link, at no additional cost to you. Safe travels, my friends, and remember: not all who wander are lost.

    Indiana Wrap-Up — Three Rallies, Good People, and Back on the Road

  4. Sep 12

    200,000 RV Miles: What the Road Teaches You | Jeret Burnett

    Nine years of full-time RV living—and an estimated 200,000 miles on his current rig—have taught Jeret Burnett that experience comes from using your RV, learning how it handles, and asking for help when you need it. Stan sits down with Jeret of Cool RV Everything for a candid conversation about life as a traveling RV vendor, 500-to-700-mile driving days, Stan’s 300-mile rule, campground entertainment, backing into difficult sites, boondocking, minor repairs, and the routines that keep life on the road moving. They also discuss why practical RV education matters, especially for travelers who may only take their rigs out a few times each year. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s gaining enough knowledge and confidence to make the next good decision. Real RV life. Real lessons. Real adventures. Learn more: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Explore the Rolling Smooth books: https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth Support Our Journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife Safe travels, my friends, and remember: not all who wander are lost.

    200,000 RV Miles: What the Road Teaches You | Jeret Burnett

  5. Sep 5

    RV Community, Safer Travel, and Showing Up | Michael Kilbourne of TechnoRV

    What makes the RV community special—and how can better education help travelers make safer decisions? In this episode of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, I sit down with Michael Kilbourne, owner of TechnoRV, during the Grand Design RV Rally in Goshen, Indiana. Michael and I talk about: • Why RVers continue pursuing meaningful trips despite rising travel costs • The importance of businesses remaining present in the communities they serve • How customer service and education distinguish TechnoRV • What RV travelers and the equine community can learn from each other • Tire-pressure monitoring, RV-aware navigation, propane safety, and trip planning • Why technology supports good decisions but never replaces the human element • How the journey often becomes a bigger story than the destination We also discuss the growing connection between RV travel, rodeo, and the equine world—and why helping people understand the risks, equipment, and lifestyle matters. My True North remains simple: Keep People Educated and Safe. Michael and TechnoRV have supported my work as I’ve shared RV lessons, safety information, and life on the road. I’m proud to serve as a TechnoRV brand ambassador. LINKS Wandering Gypsy RV Life https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com TechnoRV https://technorv.com?Click=12127 Rolling Smooth RV books https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth Support Our Journey https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife Beyond the Chutes https://beyondthechutes.show AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE I am a TechnoRV brand ambassador. The TechnoRV link above is an affiliate link, which means I may earn a commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. As always, my opinions and editorial decisions remain my own. #WanderingGypsyRVLife #TechnoRV #RVLife #RVTravel #RVCommunity #RVSafety #RVPodcast #GrandDesignRally #RollingSmooth

    RV Community, Safer Travel, and Showing Up | Michael Kilbourne of TechnoRV

  6. Aug 29

    Know Your Outs Before You Commit the Rig | Margin Preserves Choices

    A safe entrance means very little if your RV cannot safely get back out. After an Airstream trailer was destroyed in a collision with a train in Minot, North Dakota—while its occupants thankfully escaped safely—Stan reflects on the importance of situational awareness before committing an RV to a railroad crossing, fuel lane, narrow road, crowded parking lot, or difficult campground entrance. Traveling with 36-foot Bertie Bea, a four-foot towbar, and 20-foot Rosie means Stan cannot simply back out when a route becomes blocked or a turn proves too tight. Every fuel stop requires looking beyond the pump: Is the canopy high enough? Can the motorhome complete the turn? Will the tow car track safely? Is there another exit if the planned one becomes blocked? This episode explores why RV travelers should: Wait until the entire rig can clear railroad tracksKnow the complete path before entering a confined spaceUnderstand their rig’s height, length, turning radius, and tail swingRefuse to let another driver’s impatience control a safety decisionInvestigate the situation before surrendering their optionsPreserve an off-ramp whenever possibleRemember that an uneventful outcome does not make an unsafe decision safeMargin is more than extra time. It is room to observe, stop, think, and change the plan before a difficult situation becomes an emergency. Before you commit the rig, ask one simple question: Do I know how I’m getting out? Keep people educated and safe. LINKS Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Rolling Smooth RV Books: https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth Support Our Journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife TechnoRV — Adventure More. Worry Less: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 Disclosure: The TechnoRV link is an affiliate link. Wandering Gypsy RV Life may earn a commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Beyond the Chutes: https://beyondthechutes.show #WanderingGypsyRVLife #RVLife #RVSafety #KnowYourOuts #RollingSmooth #MarginPreservesChoices #SituationalAwareness #RailroadSafety #MotorhomeLife #RVTravel #RVPodcast #KeepPeopleEducatedAndSafe

    Know Your Outs Before You Commit the Rig | Margin Preserves Choices

  7. Aug 22

    From Covered Wagons to Modern RVs | Exploring the RV/MH Hall of Fame with Jennifer Schillaci

    How did RV travel evolve from covered wagons and early roadside campers into the modern motorhomes we know today? In this episode of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, I’m joined by my friend Jennifer Schillaci of Learn to RV for a conversation recorded at the RV/MH Hall of Fame in Elkhart, Indiana. Jennifer and I talk about the history preserved inside the museum, the surprising connections that hold the RV community together, factory tours, RV manufacturing, quality versus production speed, and the stories that can disappear when nobody takes the time to preserve them. We also discuss life as traveling content creators, the friendships built at rallies and industry events, and why adventures are usually better when shared with a friend—even if I still travel with my three favorite people: me, myself, and I. Come along as we connect the covered wagons of America’s westward migration with the modern RV lifestyle and explore the people, vehicles, and stories that helped shape life on the road. FEATURED GUEST Jennifer Schillaci Learn to RV https://learntorv.com EXPLORE MORE Wandering Gypsy RV Life https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Rolling Smooth RV book series https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com/rollingsmooth RV/MH Hall of Fame https://www.rvmhhalloffame.org TechnoRV https://technorv.com?Click=12127 Beyond the Chutes Podcast with Doug Simcox https://beyondthechutes.show If you enjoyed the episode, follow or subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow traveler. Real RV life. Real lessons. Real adventures. Some links may be affiliate links. If you purchase through an affiliate link, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

    From Covered Wagons to Modern RVs | Exploring the RV/MH Hall of Fame with Jennifer Schillaci

  8. Aug 15

    When Bertie Bea Gets a Vote | RV Safety and the Next Good Decision

    Episode summary One broken anti-billow mechanism changed Stan’s travel plans—and created a genuine GO/NO-GO decision. After arriving in Milton, West Virginia, Stan discovered that the vanity-slide topper on Bertie Bea had lost its only positive anti-billow restraint. Rather than normalize the risk or let the itinerary dictate the answer, he stopped for the night, consulted Precision RV Repair, and waited for daylight. The next morning added severe weather, route decisions, a temporary non-destructive mitigation, a human-factors reminder, and an unexpected leveling-jack warning during the rainy drive to Elkhart. This episode shows the Rolling Smooth Mindset in practice: separate mitigation from repair, investigate alarms without inventing diagnoses, preserve off-ramps, and make the next good decision as the evidence changes. Resources Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Rolling Smooth RV Book Series: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com/rollingsmooth TechnoRV: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 Beyond the Chutes: https://beyondthechutes.show Disclosure The TechnoRV link is an affiliate link. Wandering Gypsy RV Life may earn a commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.

    When Bertie Bea Gets a Vote | RV Safety and the Next Good Decision
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Wandering Gypsy RV Life is your go-to podcast for all things RV living, adventure, and life on the open road. Hosted by Stan Cromlish, this show dives into the highs, lows, and unexpected moments of the RV lifestyle—from the first spark of wanderlust to the reality of full-time travel. Whether you’re a seasoned RVer or just dreaming of breaking free, tune in for stories, lessons, and insights on navigating life one highway at a time. Buckle up and join the journey—because the road is calling!

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  • Creator
    Stan Cromlish
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Wandering Gypsy RV Life 2025
  • Show Website
    Wandering Gypsy RV Life

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