A Look at the Flagstaff Micro Lite 21 FBRS
The Flagstaff brand has been around since the ’70s. Ownership has changed, but its place in the market really hasn’t — it’s a premium brand, and with that distinction comes a premium price. On a recent cold April day, I reviewed one of Flagstaff’s trailers, the...
Understanding Canada’s Premier RV Emergency Roadside Service
Have you ever experienced that moment of panic after hearing a bang or a clunk as your RV or vehicle comes to a stop? If so, you know it means you are most likely in need of assistance. Unfortunately, a lot of us have been there. Exclusive to Explorer RV Club...
When an RV Awning Became a Life-Threatening Problem
It was the first day of November when we crossed the USA-Mexico border at Nogales south of Tucson. Six rigs in a small caravan, driving into Mexico. Five couples and Janice on her own with her dog. About two hours after crossing the border, we watched in horror as...
6 Tips Before Heading Out in Your RV
Whether its your first time out ever or just your first time out this season, here are a few tips/reminders to get you going. Get Acquainted or Reacquainted With Your RV Take the time to get to know where everything is in your RV — understanding how your RV works...
The All-New 2022 Nissan Frontier
Nissan, as a truck manufacturer in the North American market, is one of the smaller players. So, while its market share is small, its truck history is anything but. Nissan can trace the roots of the new Frontier back to its entry into the US market in 1959. And, as...
4 Watercraft Suited for RV Travel
RVers love the water. Whether it’s the ocean, lakes or rivers — wherever RVs congregate, water is never far away. And while it’s pleasant to just sit and watch an off-shore sunset, it’s more fun to get out on the water. Of course, travelling with any kind of...
RVing Locally: A Fun Drive Along Rideau Canal
As the pandemic stretches on, it’s as important as ever to look close to home for travel opportunities. Travelling by RV — we describe it to friends as our “rolling self-isolation unit” — does give us more control, but it is still important to minimize risks....
6 Simple Tips to Make Your Camping More Eco-Friendly
The pandemic has definitely turned more people to RVing and camping as a way to get out and safely travel. From glamping to boondocking, there are many different ways to camp and enjoy the great outdoors. Whatever your camping interests may be, our goal should be...
What’s New with 2021 Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks
Fierce is almost too weak a word for the level of competition in the truck market – even in the Heavy Duty (HD) segment. Why is that? This is a growing segment – and the trucks are expensive. Well over 20% of total North American truck sales are now HD pickups –...
Before Purchasing a Used RV Here Are 9 Questions You Should Ask
RV dealerships across Canada have seen sales soar during 2020, and the start of 2021 follows the same pattern. The pandemic is driving the number of RV sales up along with prices, as people turn to camping vacations in new and used luxury RVs. This is a...
5 Simple Ways to Stay Safe While Enjoying RVing in 2021
Are you feeling a bit cooped up after nearly a year of coronavirus restrictions? If so, travelling by RV can be a safe and exciting way to see more of the Canadian countryside. Whether 2021 is your first season of RVing or you have been at it for a while, there’s...
Entertaining From Your Trailer
We received wonderful news this week that our seasonal site will open on May 1! Although this timing is subject to local COVID19 regulations, we’re thinking about the kind of RV season we want this year. Knowing that cross-country travel in 2021 is on hold, we’re...
