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Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 10-05-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 9,407
Posted By runswithdogs
1971 Ford Country Squire station wagon. Initial...

1971 Ford Country Squire station wagon. Initial lessons in the no-longer-there Tampa Stadium parking lot.
Parallel parking was... fun. Now the F-150 does it for us, with amazing precision!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 09-05-2021, 07:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,204
Posted By runswithdogs
Truth!

Truth!
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 09-05-2021, 07:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,204
Posted By runswithdogs
It depends on you and the dogs. Our boxer mix...

It depends on you and the dogs.
Our boxer mix and Dane have over 300 Airstream nights under their belt. Until this winter, we also had an Aussie with us. (We miss her but it's slightly easier now)...
Forum: Our Community 09-02-2021, 03:33 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,611
Posted By runswithdogs
A tiny gas grill! Just what the two of us need,...

A tiny gas grill! Just what the two of us need, no more. Weighs < 20lbs. All SS. Tucks into the truck's spare spaces.



Available from Home Depot:
Mesquite Traveler Series RV Camping Portable...
Forum: On The Road... 09-01-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,735
Posted By runswithdogs
Thanks Bob, we are masters of wandering. Ice...

Thanks Bob, we are masters of wandering. Ice skating? Nothing better than the Rideau canal in winter. Hope to be there again in 2022.
Forum: On The Road... 08-31-2021, 08:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,553
Posted By runswithdogs
North Georgia Campgrounds

Here’s a couple to try; see the reviews on Campendium for more details.
Jackrabbit Recreation Area is just over the NC border near Hiawassee GA. It’s dry camping but there are so many huge...
Forum: On The Road... 08-30-2021, 07:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,735
Posted By runswithdogs
We love all 3 provinces and spent nearly 2 months...

We love all 3 provinces and spent nearly 2 months there in fall of 2019. Thanks for the reminder that they could be an option.
Forum: On The Road... 08-30-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,735
Posted By runswithdogs
Are you escaping for good? NL... that sounds like...

Are you escaping for good? NL... that sounds like the best plan!
Forum: On The Road... 08-28-2021, 07:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,735
Posted By runswithdogs
Canadian Campgrounds for a 2-3 week stay?

As part of our eternal effort to get out of Georgia in the summer, we are thinking of perhaps spending a few weeks stationary in Ontario or Manitoba in July/August 2022.

Any suggestion for...
Forum: On The Road... 08-28-2021, 06:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,256
Posted By runswithdogs
We spent nearly 2 months in maritime CA in the...

We spent nearly 2 months in maritime CA in the fall of 2019. While we loved Kouchibouguac and Alma (Fundy), I'd also spend > 3 days in CBI. A recommended campground there is Hideaway Campground and...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-24-2021, 01:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,274
Posted By runswithdogs
Peter, thanks for so much good info. We're...

Peter, thanks for so much good info. We're planning a few 20-30mi out and back rides along the Katy/Rock Island in mid Sept '21 after a visit to Buffalo Nat'l River (and on on our way to Utah/NM). No...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-15-2020, 03:33 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,188
Posted By runswithdogs
I think everyone -male or female- if they're...

I think everyone -male or female- if they're honest with themselves know it's a process, not an innate ability.

I was taught as a teenager by my dad who could park anything in his sleep. Later I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-21-2019, 06:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 576
Posted By runswithdogs
Very nice solution!

Very nice solution!
Forum: Photography 08-17-2019, 10:49 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 16,920
Posted By runswithdogs
Boondocking in the Black Hills of SD349670

Boondocking in the Black Hills of SD349670
Forum: On The Road... 08-17-2019, 10:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,672
Posted By runswithdogs
It's t-minus 2 days, 15 hours for us! Hope to see...

It's t-minus 2 days, 15 hours for us! Hope to see you on the road!

Fallingwater in PA, Niagara :rolleyes:, Adirondacks, Gaspe' and all the rest. 12 weeks if the weather cooperates.

On your...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-20-2019, 06:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,785
Posted By runswithdogs
A great dealership and service dept.

A great dealership and service dept.
Forum: On The Road... 06-30-2019, 06:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,116
Posted By runswithdogs
Oh yes! I'll look into this festival.

Oh yes! I'll look into this festival.
Forum: On The Road... 06-30-2019, 06:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,552
Posted By runswithdogs
Hey BSWG: tell us more about Nova Scotia!

Hey BSWG: tell us more about Nova Scotia!
Forum: On The Road... 06-28-2019, 07:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,116
Posted By runswithdogs
The Maritimes in Early Autumn?

We are a planning a trip to Gaspe, NS, NL and points in-between as weather permits. We'll be leaving in late August and have no required return date and no real schedule.
Any guidance on the...
Forum: On The Road... 06-12-2019, 07:47 AM
Replies: 2,892
Views: 710,182
Posted By runswithdogs
Boondocking near the Badlands.

Boondocking near the Badlands.
Forum: On The Road... 05-14-2019, 02:37 PM
Replies: 2,892
Views: 710,182
Posted By runswithdogs
Here's the photo... 340748

Here's the photo... 340748
Forum: On The Road... 05-14-2019, 02:31 PM
Replies: 2,892
Views: 710,182
Posted By runswithdogs
We are at Comlara County Park just north of...

We are at Comlara County Park just north of Bloomington IL. Site 55. Nice little park that's virtually empty during the week.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-24-2019, 07:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,210
Posted By runswithdogs
Both! We have Linex under the bed rug. The BR...

Both! We have Linex under the bed rug. The BR makes loading so easy, it's easy on your knees and cleans up well too. One other Linex suggestion that we have been so happy with: we had the chrome...
Forum: On The Road... 04-19-2019, 12:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,441
Posted By runswithdogs
So much good info!

Thanks to everyone! BillfromWI - really appreciate that detailed list.



Apostle Islands w/o the AS is a definite visit as is every possible cheese purveyor in the state of WI. I have a dairy...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-19-2019, 12:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,784
Posted By runswithdogs
Take a look at Sawyer products

This is a big topic at our house right now as we prepare to leave for the upper midwest in the next few weeks. I think it was The Greatley's who introduced me to Sawyer's repellent. You spray it on...
Forum: On The Road... 04-17-2019, 09:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,441
Posted By runswithdogs
Random questions for our first big-big trip

We've had our 25RB for 15 months now. Retirement is just a couple of days away (Yesssss!! :D) and we're finalizing preparation for our first long trip in the AS - 10+ weeks of wandering around the...
Forum: On The Road... 04-08-2019, 02:00 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,629
Posted By runswithdogs
There's been quite a bit of news coverage here...

There's been quite a bit of news coverage here regarding the high water levels at Lake Lanier and also Allatoona. I suspect that's what's behind the delayed opening of those parks this year.
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 02-15-2019, 07:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,743
Posted By runswithdogs
We do and we bought a small set specifically for...

We do and we bought a small set specifically for the Airstream. While we like the Calphalon quality, the nesting aspect really doesn't save space. They don't really hold together while you're...
Forum: On The Road... 02-04-2019, 01:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,767
Posted By runswithdogs
I don't think there is a single best app or...

I don't think there is a single best app or method for finding a CG. I like Campendium best, but there are others like Allstays with many more reviews/locations.

There are sooo many sites/apps for...
Forum: On The Road... 02-04-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,131
Posted By runswithdogs
One more idea for you.

Cedar Key.



There is a big RV park there. You can walk to the fishing piers. You could also walk to a different seafood restaurant everyday for a week or more and not repeat. :D
Forum: On The Road... 02-04-2019, 09:33 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,131
Posted By runswithdogs
If you're looking for "old Florida" try the CGs...

If you're looking for "old Florida" try the CGs around Apalachicola and Cape San Blas. Although near the area devastated by hurricane Michael, the parks I've looked at there are open for business. No...
Forum: Title, VIN & Registration 01-25-2019, 08:54 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 19,186
Posted By runswithdogs
Where's the gotcha to Maine registration?

This sounds too easy to be true.

So let's assume for a minute that it is true... Maine will allow me to register my travel trailer there even though it and I don't live there.

What about back...
Forum: Member Introductions 01-24-2019, 07:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,053
Posted By runswithdogs
Renting a vintage AS (from Outdoorsy) was likely...

Renting a vintage AS (from Outdoorsy) was likely the best thing we did re AS shopping. We learned a lot that week from the unit itself and our friendly neighbors at Virginia Highland Haven.
The...
Forum: Fun & Games 01-09-2019, 10:39 AM
Replies: 1,913
Views: 195,957
Posted By runswithdogs
Water finds its own level.

Water finds its own level.
Forum: The Pet Forum 12-18-2018, 05:11 PM
Replies: 903
Views: 200,086
Posted By runswithdogs
And the "big dogs": Zealand and Gibson

Santa, I hope that this won't earn us a lump of coal, but we have some issues to discuss. We LOVE the Airstream you brought us last year! We've had so much fun chasing sticks, hiking, swimming in new...
Forum: The Pet Forum 12-18-2018, 04:52 PM
Replies: 903
Views: 200,086
Posted By runswithdogs
Our "little" girl Sundae...

Santa, I'm hoping that you'll bring me the privilege of sleeping in the Airstream bed with (maybe instead of?) the hoomans even though I have pajamas and a BIG comfy bed of my own near the furnace...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 10-23-2018, 01:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,224
Posted By runswithdogs
I wanted something simple and unobtrusive in our...

I wanted something simple and unobtrusive in our 25RB. We mounted, with VHB tape, this Ikea mirror INSIDE the wardrobe door.



https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00251852/


The...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-09-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 837
Posted By runswithdogs
What's a Winter??? While I understand this...

What's a Winter???

While I understand this will only last a few more days, here in Atlanta we've been experiencing August since, well, August. And, for better or worse, we've been camping like it...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-06-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 1,796
Views: 424,990
Posted By runswithdogs
Flor Tiles

I feel like I'm late to the party here but feel the need to jump in on the subject of Flor.
We have quite a few years' experience with these in our home. We use them as entry and stairway landing...
Forum: On The Road... 09-28-2018, 08:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 936
Posted By runswithdogs
Springtime tour of Michigan, Ontario and Minnesota: thoughts and suggestions?

We're planning a 2 month trip beginning in early May with plans to visit Michigan and its UP, as much of Ontario as we can get to and looping around through Minnesota and Wisconsin before returning...
Forum: On The Road... 09-06-2018, 08:05 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 21,547
Posted By runswithdogs
Ok, you all can laugh, but when you've got lots...

Ok, you all can laugh, but when you've got lots of hair, a hairdryer is a pretty helpful. There's a low power one tucked away in our AS for winter use. Will use the truck's 120 outlet when OTG.


...
Forum: Member Introductions 09-06-2018, 07:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,212
Posted By runswithdogs
Ashley, we keep our new 25RB in a dedicated RV...

Ashley, we keep our new 25RB in a dedicated RV storage facility east of Atlanta. It's not cheap, but we believe it is well worth the cost. They pull the trailer for us, check the basics (water,...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 08-07-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,146
Posted By runswithdogs
I think a better question will be what CAN'T you...

I think a better question will be what CAN'T you do to keep your mind active. You'll have all the time you need to tackle those things that over the years you just couldn't commit to. Here's a few...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-20-2018, 07:48 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,039
Posted By runswithdogs
You'll grow to love that sticker!

Yes, the sticker stays in place. Our experience was that the sticker is right at 7in and a small corner is under the propane tank.



Tape something non-reflective on the tank behind the...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-20-2018, 07:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,403
Posted By runswithdogs
I'd rather Insta

We kept blogs with daily posts when we went to Antarctica and on our 1st XC road trip (which started the whole AS thing). We did it mostly for the parents, really.

It became a bit of a chore,...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-19-2018, 06:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,700
Posted By runswithdogs
Dents?

LIAH: The only dents are on my head. No damage to the rig! :blink:
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-19-2018, 06:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,700
Posted By runswithdogs
Pat, We "turned down" the reflectivity on the...

Pat, We "turned down" the reflectivity on the tank covers with a taped-on piece of plastic. The checkboard sticker has to be within a certain range of the ball-- we were at the limits there. Some...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-18-2018, 06:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,700
Posted By runswithdogs
It’s our Airstream 6 Monthaversary!

In mid-February, we took delivery of our ’18 25RB Intl Serenity. Thanks to the good folks at Southland RV and all of you, we were pretty well prepared. I can honestly say that we’ve been 100% happy...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-19-2018, 12:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,327
Posted By runswithdogs
We also had a good experience with Southland....

We also had a good experience with Southland. They're very thorough in their PDI and orientation. Enjoy! It will be a fun learning experience.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 04-19-2018, 08:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,667
Posted By runswithdogs
Welcome! I would put Athens at the top of my...

Welcome!

I would put Athens at the top of my list. Not touristy, and there's lot's to explore. With only summer school in session, it will be quiet. There are multiple farmers markets, great...
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