(The products you’d actually see if you walked into our RV right now.)

We’ve been doing this RV thing for quite a while now, and we’ve had the chance to try out a LOT of RV products along the way. Some seem really cool at first, but then when we use them we discover some flaw we hadn’t thought of. Or sometimes, we pack something and schlep it around and it never gets used. (That’s almost worse!) But every once in a while, we land upon a product that just works for us and the way we RV. Those are the products I’m sharing in this list.
If we gave out a “Fit RV Seal of Approval”, these products would have it. These are the things that we carry in the RV and really do use. They’re the real deal – if you were to walk into our RV, you’d see them. And if we ran an RV accessories store, we’d sell them. I’ve limited this list to products that don’t have to be “modded in” to your RV. The most you’ll have to do to use one of these products is turn a screwdriver – don’t worry if you’re not mechanically inclined!
So, if you have an RVing issue and you want to know if we’ve solved it with an off-the-shelf product – read on! If you just got yourself a new RV and you’re wondering what else you need to get – this is your guide! And if you know an RVer, and you want to get them a gift that won’t turn out to be junk – consider the products below. This list is as close as we can get to an in-person, look you in the eye and shake your hand recommendation. The links you see below are affiliate links, which won’t cost you anything extra, but will earn us a small commission. Since we’re personally recommending these products, we’re OK with that.
Also, I intend to keep this list updated at least yearly. So if you check back, you might see something new. And without further ado, here we go!
Outdoor/Camping Products
These are products you don’t even need an RV to use. Most of these would work for backpacking or car camping as well.
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RV Products
These are the things that make using your RV easier, safer, and more convenient. And that’s why we carry them. You might be able to use some of them without an RV, but why would you do that? Put these in your rig and hit the road.
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Fitness Stuff
You’ll be surprised at how little we actually bring with us in the way of fitness products. But that’s kind of our whole point about it – you don’t have to bring along an entire gym worth of stuff to take care of your fitness on the road! So these are the few things we actually do take with us in the RV. Every time. If you want more details on them, Stef has written about them before.
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Bike Stuff… Well, RV Bike Stuff
I could go on for days about bike stuff, but most of that wouldn’t have anything to do with RVs, and you probably don’t really care what tubes we use, or which brands of power meters we run on what bikes. So instead, I’m going to just look at products we keep in the RV that make cycling easier, safer, or more convenient. You’ll find those here:
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Galley Products
We’ve gone through several iterations of kitchen appliances/pots/pans/and gizmos over the years. Some of them were cool for like 10 minutes, and some of them have managed to stay longer than that. Our galley products have stayed constant for the last season, so we’ve pretty much settled on this set of things that always roll along with us. Some of these won’t be a surprise, but maybe some of them will.
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Bed and Bath Products
A lot of what you use in the bed and bath of your RV is pretty much the same stuff you would use in a “regular” home. But there are a few things we’ve found over the years that make the day-to-day in the RV a little easier. Here they are.
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So there you have it! Like I said, I plan to keep this list current, so as we adopt new things, and stop using old ones, you may see some changes. If you have a favorite product you’d like to suggest to us, sound off in the comments below! (Except don’t tell us about an Instant Pot. We’ve heard enough about those.)





Hi Stefany and James, It’s that time of year, so we’ve been re-visiting your product lists and your previous Black Friday post. As always, you have great recommendations based on practical experience. Hope you still get a little back from Amazon using these links!
Thank you for this!
Perhaps it’s time for us to issue an updated list?
That would be great!
Hello,
Do you have any recommendations for a two-bike cover for MTB’s that fits the Fiamma Carry Bike rack for a Promaster? I see that Fiamma has one that has mixed reviews. Not sure if that is the best option.
Thanks,
Cameron
Not really… and that’s kind of sad.
I tried wrapping things up in a tarp once. It didn’t go well.
Our mountain bikes live a harsh life… uncovered…
Enjoyed your video about the 5 e-bikes (for RV life) you focused on… but am looking for your written list of Brand and Model. Where can I find it?
Thanks
We always include a link to a related post in the YouTube description of each video.
https://www.thefitrv.com/fitness-tips/5-ebikes-for-rvers/
When we bought our RV in May, I looked at every item on this list and subsequently bought most of them. Thank you for providing insight and rational on a very comprehensive list. My favorites are the Helinox chairs, we bought larger models at REI, and the Magma cookware. Both high quality additions that we use every trip.
One critical thing I found missing was a knee pad. I quickly found that dumping the black/grey tanks, turning on/off the propane, getting things from storage under the sofa and draining the water tank all involved getting on my knees. I found a $5 foam seat cushion at my local home improvement store that stored easily right inside the rear doors. I started with one and quickly added a second because they also work great when the ever present picnic table at most camp sites are damp.
Hey that’s actually an EXCELLENT idea. Glad you shared this!
Love the lists. We just bought a 59G. I’ve not had time to comb through all of the videos, but now that I see this list, do you have a video of how your RV is organized? I’ve seen the walk through, but I want to see where everything is stuffed? Blender, Food Processor, yoga mats, etc etc. Is there such a video? I know your rig is highly modified, but I still think there would be some cool tips in there. Thanks! Love watching/reading.
Hey that’s a good idea! We don’t have anything like that! We will add it to our list of potential vids… thanks Robyn!
Have you ever thought about skirting your RV when going somewhere that got into the 10 degree temperature range? What are your thoughts about skirting a class B or B+ RV? Have you looked into the Ceramic Heaters (200 Watt) that some people have put under their skirted RVs? I enjoyed your blog about insulation of your RV, that was a lot of good work. Thank you, Roger
I have thought about it, and yes, I believe it would work. BUT… we don’t stay in one place for very long.
So setting up the skirting and heater, and then tearing it down the next day, and finding someplace to store it… over and over again.
It just didn’t appeal to us.
I have a mountain bike which I plan on bring along on most of my RV trips. I just bought a Pleasure Way XLTD model and would like to have a bike rack which mounts to the back of the RV not the trailer hitch. Have you seen any locking models like that on your travels in bike shops? Thank you
Well, most bike locks from traditional makers like Yakima and Thule will have a provision for locking the bikes. That won’t be a problem.
Where you will have difficulty is in anchoring the bike rack to the back wall of the XLTD. You’ll probably need some bracing, or to go all the way through the wall, or something like that.
I recommend contacting Pleasure-Way to find out what the construction of the back wall is, and what would be a good strategy for mounting a (potentially heavy) bike rack to it.
It looks like in the Pleasure Way video that the walls are made using 2×2 steel with fiberglass over them. I guess I’ll see what my bike would weight and add on the bracket and see what Pleasure Way has to say. I remember asking them before about having a ladder added to the back and they said that if I wanted one to order the unit and Pleasure Way would reinforce the back to support the weight of a ladder and somebody climbing it. Thank you
Sounds like a good plan. Maybe you’ll get lucky and the studs are the correct width for your rack? Good Luck!
First : Big thanks to both of you ! I just retired Sept. 2017, yea. I m seriously considering a stealthy Class B. I will be our only vehicle, no car or mini-van.
I have a small wish list: Diesel Ford Transit ( not duel rear wheels) , Maximum Solar, Compressor Fridge, Induction Cooker, Convection Microwave, Casset Toilet, Front Grill Bush Bar, Volt Start. And the other usual / normal equipment
Would you please give me a few pointers / recommendations.
PS . I live in Canada and hope to tour all over Canada and America ( hence the diesel ). Thanks , love you guys.
Hey Tony! So cool you’ve got some things narrowed down on your wish list! James wrote a pretty thorough post called the “8-Step Program for Choosing Your First RV” … you should check it out; might help you narrow things down even further. Best of luck! https://www.thefitrv.com/rv-tips/8-step-program-for-choosing-your-first-rv/
My class C does not have a TPMS so I bought one and really like it as it has dual rear wheels which are hard to check the pressure manually. I now also have a 2018 Travato 59G and thought it would have factory TPMS as it is a new vehicle but I am not sure and should check. If not the tire pressure is really easy to check on the single tire Travato manually..
The Travato does have a factory TPMS, but it’s just like the one in your car. It’s an idiot light if a tire is *really* low. Won’t tell you which tire. Won’t tell you how low.
Would like to no how the new Refrigerator is doing, And how long can you stay with out 110. Doe’s your Solar take care of it. Its a nove kool what modal#
New refrigerator is a champ. No spoiled food yet!
We can stay out indefinitely without plugging in. We usually drive. There is solar. Heck, half the time, even when we stay in RV parks with 110 available, we just skip it because it’s a hassle.
Model info is in this post.
Do those walkies charge on 12v?
Ahhh… Good question.
Ours do not, but they would charge just fine off a small portable inverter.
Thanks for the list. We are taking delivery of a class B in a week or two and very much appreciate you folks sharing what works for you. Quick question: do you carry any additional heater for winter trips? Either a small electric heater if plugged in or one of the small propane heaters. If so, brand that has worked for you. Thanks in advance.
Nope – no extra heater for us.
Regardless of what anyone tells you – DO NOT use a fuel-burning portable heater inside your RV.
Great list, printing it now! The one thing I didn’t know existed was the tire monitor. Although expensive – it certainly seems like a must have time saver and piece of mind device (one less thing to worry about). Vehicle installed monitoring systems are exactly what you described …often too late in responding to fluctuations. Thank you for the putting this together!
The tire monitor has been helpful to us on several occasions. Usually I notice it when we have a rapid temperature change which alters the pressure in the tires.
This is a fantastic resource–thank you! I’ve seen several of the products you’ve reviewed but it’s super handy to have all of these items in one convenient place in which to access.
Glad you like it! I’m totally not kidding that those are actually out in our RV with us, so I expect the list will change over time.
Love your list! Thanks for sharing!
You’re most welcome, Toni! 🙂
Great Ideas! Thanks!
Glad you liked them, Paul!
Wow, great list! Thank you so much for sharing. I think I saw in one of your videos that you mounted your retractable clothesline in the bathroom cupboard. What kind of fastener did you use? Screws into the back of the cabinet? VHB tape? Other? Thanks!
HI Kelli! Yep, we screwed it right in to the back of the cabinet in our bathroom. 🙂
I find a sleeping mask and earplugs indispensable when staying in crowded parks situated close to busy freeways with residents rolling by with their high beams on.
A Kindle E-Reader is handy for crawling into a corner to escape the DW complaining about the lack of a sufficient mobile or wifi signal to feed her web browsing addiction. Hence, the earplugs again prove their usefulness.
I love my Wusthof knives, but have trouble convincing my wife that they are sharp enough to lop off her fingers when she tries to cut fruit in her hand.
Your wife sounds like she’s been spending time with Stef! lol.