ROVA Thirty-Four: December 2022/January 2023

Have you ever had an epiphany that seems ridiculously obvious in hindsight? I was recently talking to a friend about all the things that I have on my plate, and trying to prioritize them and not upset anyone. And he listened with a quizzical look on his face before he said, simply, “It's your choice.” My initial response was one that I use a lot: “It's not that easy.” But then I gave it some proper thought, and I realized that it is that easy. Everything you do is something you choose. News flash: you can choose to do the things that are best for you! You can put your needs before others’! Mind blown. Here's where I segue into telling you why that is relevant to the RVing community.…

You Go, Girl! Isabella Manfredi, former frontwoman of Aussie rock band The Preatures, has released her first solo LP, izzi, and it's the perfect accompaniment to those moody winter skies, gray landscapes, and snow-filled days. izzi is a ‘90s-inspired indie-pop album about heartbreak and new beginnings that will have you staring out the window on long drives, filled with a bittersweet kind of anticipation. “Portrait” has a heartfelt third-person perspective, complete with silky guitar solos and pensive synths reminiscent of a badass noughties girl-group ballad. “Jealousy” and “Naive” have dance-worthy basslines and sing-along harmonies, while “Only Child” sees the former frontwoman reflect on her childhood with jangly melodies and a catchy chorus that's bound to occupy your brain for days. isabellamanfredi.co Let's Go Tarot Tarot has taken the world by…

Touch and Go Have you ever tried to use your phone while wearing gloves, only to post your sweet campsite to Instagratn with a garbled caption, or text something inapproriate to “Dad” instead of “Dave”? (Asking for a friend.) Keep your fingers warm, and your texts accurate and totally not mortifying, with Agloves touch-screen-friendly sports gloves. The 10-finger gloves work on all kinds of devices, and are made with a patented silver technology. Silver is a naturally occurring thermoregulator, or, in layman's terms, it traps heat and keeps you and your digits toasty. Agloves touch-screen-friendly gloves are also quick-drying, breathable, and have antimicrobial properties. For an intrepid road-tripper who needs all of the above, these are a game-changer. agloves.com, $12.95 You're a (Sanitized) Wizard, Harry! Channel your inner wizard and…

Chris Peace and freedom are incomparable nowadays. The best thing about living on the road is the community. Going on this lonely journey, you don't expect to run into like-minded people. Whenever I do, I cherish the moment. It's not every day you run into someone who gets it. If it wasn't for the people that I've met, I would have hung up this lifestyle after a year. Due to having a sense of community, I can keep doing this life ‘til the wheels fall off. Instagram: @musclesonthemove Allie I've been living full-time in my RV since July 2020.I sold my California home in 2018, and two years later I hit the road. I mostly camp for free on public lands. I love the outdoors, hiking and mountain biking. After…

O ne of the best pieces of advice I ever received was: the faster you accept that you're not always going to feel 100 percent ready to do something, the faster you'll get around to actually doing it. My friend was two glasses of wine in as she told me this, and I was slumped cross-legged on a couch petting our house cat, explaining a deeprooted yearning that was at a boiling point: to quit my part-time, “just a paycheck” desk job, buy a box truck or retro trailer, and start selling vintage clothing in a more adventurous, all-consuming way—one that aligned with my passion for travel. I'm pretty sure my friend rolled her eyes. This wasn't the first time she was hearing this ramble, and she seemed somewhat annoyed…

My initial plan for this story was to put together an article of the grandest, most impressive RVs out there, but then I realized… the dream RV isn't the most expensive or the best-appointed; it's the one that fits your dreams. RVing is not a one-size-fits-all undertaking. You can equate it to home ownership: some folks prefer a mansion with a helipad and a jacuzzi (um, okay), while others seek out a few acres of wilderness and an offgrid cabin (now that's more like it!). And then there's everything in between. So, I've looked into dream RVs for all kinds of nomadic lifestyles. This is by no means a comprehensive overview of every adventuremobile out there—think of it as a kick-starter for your own dream-making research. Little Living: For the…