😯THE FLOOD AT PEACE RIVER RV RESORT /🚛 HDT / RV Travel Day / RV Life / RV Camping / Florida

A completely custom RV semi-trailer that we designed and asked SpaceCraft to build took 7 months to bring it to fruition.
Our extreme completely custom 5th wheel is built on a semi-trailer chassis with air suspension and air brakes. Completely loaded it weighs 42,000 lbs rolling down the highway. And we do roll down the highway nearly every week. You see, we believe that if your home has wheels they should be used.
Traveling from Orlando RV Resort to Peace River Thousand Trails is a short drive but we had concerns about the park since we knew many people had their reservations cancelled due to the floods from Hurricane Ian. We stop at Chesters Chicken after someone was nice enough to let us cross 3 lanes of traffic. Sondra needs to notify me sooner of a change of direction! We get run down by an nice person who has many questions about the HDT and Smart car.
1 minute mark:
Leave Orlando RV Resort and head out onto the wide open roads...after a U-turn, of course.
6 minute mark:
A greeting by the scenic and peaceful Peace River and we survey the flood recovery efforts by the park. The RV resort looks amazing and they have done a great job with the clean up. The park is empty and only at 50% full since they haven't yet opened all the affected sites.
9 minute mark:
We check out the RV resort and go by the pool, have a sundae on Sunday, watch the Mardi Gras Parade pass by, Sondra gathers candy and we see how high the flood waters rose. It's unbelievable how far into the campground it got.
12 minute mark:
We run some errands in Lakeland, Florida and celebrate my birthday! We have a really good meal at Bonefish Grill and go see a movie. It feels like a private viewing for my birthday because the theatre was empty.
15 minute mark:
Go shopping at Walmart and have fun with some spicy names, get more Amazon packages at the Eckerds drug store, find a "secret" room in a farmers market that is really "cool" and bike around the campground some more.
19 minute mark:
New bike racks and taking a bike ride to Pioneer Park to see the wildlife refuge is informative and disappointing since we find out it's closed indefinitely. Sondra needs her wildlife "fix" so we head to the river and try to find alligators near the RV resort.
25 minute mark:
Some drone footage and flying down the river is pretty cool as we spot several alligators near the shore. Two are just hanging out but one is actually feeding on an animal. We heard a lot of crunching! yuck! The river is so peaceful in the afternoon and we really enjoy the area.
30 minute mark:
We head over to the Florida Flywheelers and Antique Show for the day. Wow! It was very cool and we'll be back to boondock next time at the show! Lots of tractors, flywheels in action, golf carts all over the place and more stuff to buy than you can shake a stick at as it reminded us of Quartzsite and a Renaissance Festival that meets on the farm.
35 minute mark:
We load the Smart car onto our truck, Voyager and get ready to head on to our next stop which is in Eustis, Florida.
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RV Camping is where we hang out.
We like to Switch it Up between resorts, campgrounds and boondocking spots as we travel around America.
Our journey is the destination. We want to share in our experiences in discovery of What's Next.
I get my music from:
Epidemicsound.com
Tracks:
What my MaMa Said by Humble Hey
We're Taking Off by Wildflowers
Watchers and Doers by Christopher Malley
Top of the Morning by Victor Lundberg
Summer Knot by American Legion
My Heart Takes Over by Eden Maze feat: Jacob Alm
All is Said and Done by Gamma Skies
Amazon Shop (no extra charge to you)
A convenient way to see (or buy) the items you see in the video's which may help in your adventure.
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We use the TSD card for diesel fuel and save a bundle each time we fill up our Big Rig. We also use it to fill up our Onan generator.
The big blue boards (XL version) we use sometimes to get us "un-stuck" is from:
Gotreads.com
Vehicles:
2016 Volvo VNL780 "Voyager"
2016 Smart fortwo "Pathfinder"
2019 SpaceCraft Custom built semi-trailer 5th wheel "Orion"
2023 Thor Magnitude XG32 Class C "Curiosity"
2017 Jeep Wrangler Sahara "Artemis"
Power system:
3250 watts of solar with Panasonic panels
30.1 KWH of Lithium batteries
2- 4K watt Magnum Inverters deliver power as if we are on shore power
2- 4K watt 240v Cotek Inverters deliver additional power for our LG Mini split HVAC and stove
Coachnet is our roadside assistance company we use but hopefully we don't use them too often. LOL
We are not sponsored by Whataburger but I do enjoy them anytime I can get my hands on one. They used to be just out of Texas but they have expanded.

[@shanemacdonald1147]

I really hope there channel continues to grow like it is so they can make this hobby to a money maker. They seem like the most genuine people on KZbin or in life in general

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Shane, we really, really appreciate that sentiment. This is a channel that was started to give back to the RV community so that others may benefit from our experience. Also, we want to show people that you can still travel in a Big Rig and see the country. We also do it so our family can follow along on our journey. We did not expect our "family" to grow with our growing list of viewers so that is a cool benefit for sure.

[@heathen_7]

Agreed, I wish them the best and great growth!

[@Rock-yn9no]

They are a great couple and a lot can be learned from them!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@Rock-yn9no thank you very much. We don't know it all but we do have a lot of experience in this lifestyle. Lots of fun... and more adventures to come. Appreciate all the support you give us.

[@lindawalker404]

Hello again my 2 best you tubers.l need to know if it's your Drone taking videos and pictures. I must say l know nothing about Drones how do you launch and recuperate them? Thanks again for your wisdom😊

[@katewebber1131]

Oh David is so funny. Still binge watching. ❤❤❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Still, Kate?!? You need your sleep! 😆 🤣

[@akroadtripper6176]

Sorry for my last blunder, I mentioned A&W when talking about Coming to AK, I will take 50 lashes, I meant Whataburger. I have never had Whataburger. Maybe I will find one when I go south.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey AK- I kinda figured you were talking about Whataburger or going old school on me with A&W. LOL. Either way, I'm good. How about 25 lashes and we'll call it even?!? Whataburger is in Arizona, New Mexico and all over Texas plus new locations are springing up every year. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@SuiteTravels]

Hahahaha.....I was wondering if you were going to make that U-turn 😂. Great video guys.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

hahahaha, we've made it before so I knew we would make it but it's always a little "exciting" in our big rigs. We really enjoyed TTO. They've made some great improvements and Peace River is always nice. Thanks for checking it out. Looks like Yuma is starting to get nicer for you. Aloha

[@deborahwalker2441]

David jokes are funny😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're too kind...I think they're funny but most think they are just bearable! 😆 🤣

[@piushorning4869]

I'm not sure what you use for noise filters but your truck has such a nice purr while you are in motion. I was watching another channel about a week ago and had to just close them out as their truck was so load you could not hear what either of them were saying.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. It's a nice sound for sure. I think our audio set up is much improved as well so that helps a little but the Volvo is quiet for a big truck. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@Trippin_and_Zippin]

Hi great video, recommend Myakka River State Park for wild life sightseeings - alligators and pink flamingos.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you for the recommendation. We'll catch that in the future. Homosassa Springs was really neat when we did that on the kayak. Thanks for watching. 😎

[@Sushi2735]

Zowie !!!!! Backing up a Semi Truck is a big deal! Question: do you need a semi to pull your trailer?? Or could you pull it with a BIG truck?? Just curious. And tow that darling car? You two are just precious, but honestly, it would not hurt my feelings if you turned the background music down just a couple notches ❤️ You would think an old lady hearing would be going, but mine has actually improved with age. Crazy to have sensitive ears at my age 🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫 😂😇😂😂😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for the comments. We must have a semi to pull our trailer. A big pickup truck would be crushed under the weight. I think that little Smart deserves to be carried. 😉🤣😃

[@Sushi2735]

@@bigtruckbigtravels , you have a delightful sense of humor! It has served you well. Appreciate the information about the Big Rig! I’m very uninformed on these these things. Once again, your kindness shines through! All the best!

[@clarencejonesiii7970]

Dave sounding like Elmer Fudd. Be very very quite.😂😂😂😂. 2 beautiful people. Safe and happy traveling.😇🙏🏾♥️👍🏾💯

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 🤣 Thanks... we may have said that!

[@MarthaAngell-dl7qu]

Florida?! A year ago! I live in Sebring just 25 miles away from were you parked! I’m enjoying watching your past postings! 14:34 14:35 14:36

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh wow, Martha. Not too far from there. We really enjoy the Peace River area. The Flywheelers were cool!

[@louismartin8593]

Hello to both of you, oops I started to write in French but you won't understand anything, so I erased everything and start again in English. Congratulations for your 11000+ subscribers. If I understand correctly this week or last week it was David's birthday 🎂🥳🥂🍾, happy birthday David, my birthday is next week on March 17th and I will be 61, I think I am younger than you David. Your videos are always fun to watch.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Bonjour Louis, thank you very much for the birthday sentiment. Happy Birthday to you as well! Yes, you are a youngster compared to me...by about a nickel! LOL. We never expected the response we have been getting on the channel. It's been totally unbelievable. So thank you for being a part of the unbelievable journey and glad you're along with us.

[@kelleylynda2704]

Glad to see you visit Peace River RV Resort I lived down the road from there and also got to work at the Resort, but that was 20 years ago. Good to see its still there, so peaceful enjoyed meeting good people . Enjoy watching your videos

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. We enjoy Peace River and we visit the Flywheelers when it's open.

[@mikedean8061]

Hope you enjoyed Stavros restaurant while in Eustis. I take it you were staying by the fairgrounds?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey Mike, yes, we are across the street from the fairgrounds and enjoying the Eustis/Mt Dora area. Very cool and unexpected. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@cynhay407]

I am still overdosing on big truck big travels. It lets me get to travel sitting in my living room and just wish I was able to drive like David. I’ve always wanted to drive a big rig but at this age, I can’t even climb up in one. Well, I could get up there but not now I just love watching David and Sondra

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We really appreciate your time watching the channel, Cyn and are excited to have you along on the journey as we explore America. Buckle up...we have more places to visit this year.

[@clarencejonesiii7970]

Hey Dave an Sondra that Slap your Moma seasoning is remarkable good. You all should try some.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Clarence, we'll have to try it next time. I still think it's a funny name for a spice! Appreciate the comments and your time watching the channel.

[@kennethstewart663]

Another great video Thanks Been going to flywheelers for 14 years and was there Thursday morning when you were. Had a cart Would have given you a ride if I would have seen you Happy camping

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Well, Kenneth, we would have taken you up on that offer! And thanks for the compliment. Our friends went for years and always really enjoyed and kept talking to us about it. When we heard that we were in the area we had to go see for ourselves. It was unexpected and loads of fun. We'll be back and we want to camp at the event. So many golf carts....😱😂Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@dennysisk1100]

Happy Birthday.Thanks for sharing watching the video makes me homesick for Wachula Florida. Definitely a nice area would love to be in Florida now.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Denny, the weather is really nice and Wauchula is a cool area. The Peace River is so nice and we really enjoyed our stay. Stay warm. Summer is close! 😊

[@AngieSu32]

I've been wondering how you get that car off of there......lol Glad you added it to your video.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@johnbloxham9028]

What are the two axle ratings on your 5th wheel? They must be either 10 or 15,000 lbs each.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey John, you are a little shy, my friend. Each axle is 20K lbs rating. The trailer is a beast. 🤣😎 Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@sylvaintherrien6469]

Happy birthday very very Nice vidéo 2 week for my vacation and Whataburger !!!! How did you like bonefish grill I wiil try that one also in sarasota !!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sylvain, it's always a pleasure to hear from you. Getting ready for your trip? Bonefish Grill was good. The Bang Bang Shrimp is good. I also like the grilled salmon on the cedar plank. Sarasota is a nice area too.

[@kevinj2k8585]

Happy birthday David! May your day and year be filled with joy, love and the excitement of the anticipation of the year yet to come! Continue to be blessed and can’t wait for the journey yet to come!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Kevin. We're very fortunate to be living this lifestyle and have the ability/honor to share it with others. It's great memories for the family as well as sharing our experiences so that others may benefit. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@angelagill7735]

One place you should go see is Solomons Castle not that far away. We go there to Peace River often. Love visiting the area.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We've heard that from several friends, Angela, so we'll have to visit next time. Thanks for the comment. 😎

[@robertguerette2768]

Just love you guys, just waiting the 5 feet of snow to melt so i can get to my camper for the summer, just keep making videos so the cold and snow up here in Canada is less dramatic. thank you guys.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

5 feet?!? Oh my....send a little cool weather our way, it's been in the 80's this week! Though, not complaining as it's better than snow. Hope it melts soon for you. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@nelsongrau7232]

O.K., just to be clear, are you are winching the Smart Car up the ramp and onto the deck of the truck SOLELY via winch power after you initially position it onto the ramps? It just seemed that the rope looked a little small for the task, but I assume the car does not weigh much? Oh, and don't forget my basement video🤣😁

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

OK Nelson, your basement video is coming in two weeks! The Smart car weighs 2K lbs and the nylon winch rope is rated at 10K lbs. The winch is doing all the work. Also, each ramp is rated at 2K lbs. Thanks for the comments 🙂.

[@kaystrickson3364]

Hi I have just found your channel and I’m really enjoying watching your videos

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey Kay, (that rhymes!) Thanks for finding us! We're glad you're enjoying the video's. This summer will be a fun adventure. Appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@clarkharms]

I like the idea of a hdt but can’t figure out how you are able to get around the 65’ limit for truck and trailer total length? From what I saw from Texas the limit for an RV classed vehicle you cannot exceed 65’ total length. You and many others are doing this, is there an exemption?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

No exemption, there is a grey area. On STAA routes, the length restrictions vary but exceed the 65' limit; however, it's the commercial side of things. Many accept this and run with it.

[@wiliamlamoureux4310]

Curious... there's lots of railroad crossings that are "highly mounded", steep grades on each side. The sides of Orion look pretty low-to-the-ground. How do you handle railroad crossings? Is there a trick to ensuring you don't drive a road the ends up with one of these crossings? Seems like bottoming-out could be a concern.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Great question, William. We have 15 inches ground clearance and we primarily stay on STAA roads which helps to insure there are no obstacles. When we take other roads, I'll research the route. Usually the "humpy" RR crossings are on secondary roads.

[@LordGertz]

What's the furthest South in Florida that you have taken that beautiful big truck? Love the Punny. Happy B-Day!!! I get nervous at thinking about driving such a big truck, but it is nothing compared to the thought of negotiating that narrow steep ramp. Hats off to your mad skills.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

The furthest south in Florida we have been is near Key West. We've stayed in Everyglades NP and taken it as far north as Alaska. Lots of fun. Sondra won't get in the Smart car, she thinks the ramps are too narrow AND steep! Appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching. 😊

[@LordGertz]

@Big Truck Big Travels Thank You.

[@roybrochu5409]

Awesome, your videos are so relaxing to watch.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I really appreciate that, Roy. We travel as a lifestyle and enjoy it so we try to be as stress free as possible. We're very fortunate to be in this position. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@williamsneedjr4129]

Happy birthday to you 🎂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, William. It was a great day.

[@rodlappin6147]

Have you heard of Solomon's Castle in Ona? It's about a 1/2 hour drive from you and well worth the visit. You could even have another meal at the Boat in the moat. I'll send you a link to the website.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey Rod- I think I've heard of the castle but we didn't have time to get to it. Maybe next time we're in Florida. Appreciate the link so I can jot it down. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@Keithhawkins]

Happy bday David. Safe travels. Nice video!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Keith. Glad you're enjoying Palm Springs. You've got to hit the Thursday night downtown market. Tons of fun.

[@newobmat]

Hubby and I enjoy your channel so much. We recently purchased a class C 32' DynaMax and enjoying RVing in style. Please keep making videos!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Congrats on the Dynamax. I think that's a good choice with good suspension. Enjoy the road and thank you for watching.

[@deanhauser6626]

do you folks have a video of whats in the underneath of your 5th wheel like your storage bays, battery set up, generator, tank capacities?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey Dean, I think you're reading our minds and seeing what's on the "schedule"! Lol. We plan on having that out in a couple of weeks. Great question. Thank you very much.

[@jps1139]

Happy Birthday young fellow! I have sent you some links I think you would enjoy but they get bounced??

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much. Did you send to [e-mail] ?

[@jps1139]

@@bigtruckbigtravels yes

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@jps1139 I'll check the spam folder but it should be OK. I've gotten lots of emails at that address.

[@nathanurick8320]

Just love your rig, must be a dream to live in. Have a question about thousand trails if you have it. Do you have trouble getting reservations? I’m wanting to purchase one but I hear it’s tough to get in a lot of places.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Great question, Nathan. Thousand Trails is a "either you love it or hate it" type of campground membership. It works for us and we're glad we purchased our membership almost 9 years ago. We know that we can't fit in all of the parks, we figure about 50% of them. We detail it more in this video but we generally, don't have any issues getting into parks. Of course, we don't usually go in the high season either. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoeUi3lsf9KVhas

[@texasproud3332]

Cmon give hubby a break on the revolving door it’s not always about you!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL..She does not like revolving doors but she did want to eat so that was some incentive! We had a great meal. It wasn't Whataburger but it was good, nonetheless. 😎Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@curtwalp5120]

Looks like ALL of your friends showed up to your birthday movie!!!:) 😀😃 Another great video. Happy Birthday young man!!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I know, right, Curt?!? They ALL showed up from the invite! 😂🤣 Pretty cool to have a "private viewing" for my birthday. Thank you very much. I appreciate it. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@mdk7257]

I enjoy watching these vlogs, if it was better quality I think I would enjoy it more

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for the comment. I'm curious how I can improve. So, are you watching the video's on your TV? Are the images fuzzy? I would like to know how it can be improved so your feedback would be appreciated. Thank you.

[@davidoverholt251]

You two laugh, but I am sure you Two stopped to help the birds and animals in your travels!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey David, oh, there have been many a time we have stopped for quite a while watching moose, elk, antelope, bison and bear cross the road. We always try to avoid the little critters while driving... and yes, we have stopped and moved a turtle off the road before too!

[@Michelle-rc6el]

When you said I kill myself sometimes would that be road kill as in the skunk...🤣

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

🤣😂🤣 OK...that's funny!

[@shanemacdonald1147]

What is the biggest headache of operating a big rv setups

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey Shane, probably the biggest headache is planning the trip to insure we fit and the route is safe for us; however, I enjoy the planning process and the challenge to find cool places to visit. So, it's not really a headache but it is a constant process. When we travel in our Class C, there is no real planning since I know we can fit and travel ANYWHERE.

[@shanemacdonald1147]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I bet it’s a challenge cause I bet you also want to take the most scenic route

[@WattsOnWheels]

Great video. Happy Birthday!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much. It was a great day. Sorry about the tire. We're on the road again and it of Florida... which means colder temps. Eeek! Safe travels.

[@crissybutterworth292]

hello me and my partner are thinking of rving full time but we are not sure of how have an income do you have any advice thank you

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Well, Crissy, this won't help you much. We're retired and as such have no income. We worked for 30+ years and always enjoyed camping so when we retired we decided to sell everything and fulltime. But, we would never have considered it if we were still working. It just seems like life is a little simpler in a house when you are working. Less variables for sure. We love fulltiming and wouldn't trade it for a stick and brick but timing for us is everything. Thanks.

[@billstoys8324]

Are you doing Meet and Greets? Would love to meet up with you all someday.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We're planning on it in the future, Bill. Honestly, we never thought the channel would take off like it has and so, we never thought anyone would want to get together for a meet up. When we get done with Alaska we're going to put some thought into it. Thank you. 😊

[@voyagingwithvincent1994]

I actually went to a St Augustine Crocodilian Farm in Florida with my Dad, I did a research on crocodilians and I went there to gather information for my school project.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That sounds very cool!

[@voyagingwithvincent1994]

@@bigtruckbigtravels crocs are the ones you should stay away from, Alligators are more chill. But do not feed them Sondra.

[@jeannealex2560]

Hi guys... That's a very pretty place... And by the way Happy Birthday 🥳... We enjoy your videos... Thanks for taking this along.... Stay safe....J&A 😻🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Jeanne & Alex for the birthday wishes. It was a fun day. Glad to hear from you. Hope you're staying warm and safe travels on the road. Aloha

[@andrewsimckes5748]

Why didn't you buy that Piano? You guys can make the room

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

🤣😂🤔🤣😂 OK...that's good. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@polarisman67]

ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much!!!!! Really glad you enjoyed it. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@motocross_guy5212]

Happy birthday David. Great video as always

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Josh. Appreciate your comments. It was a great birthday! Beautiful weather which is always a bonus... unfortunately, no Whataburger though! Lol 🤔 🤣

[@chasp044]

Another great video! :) We have attended the Florida Flywheelers on many occassions, sometimes camping there the whole weekend! We truly enjoy the atmosphere and the activities! You do have to be careful of all the golf carts, or whatever the folks are riding!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey, Charlie. It was tons of fun. We're going to camp there in the future sometime. Thanks for telling us about it. We didn't expect it to be that cool. Aloha

[@melodyassaro]

Awesome video. It was so nice meeting you both. Hope you enjoyed your time at Eustis. Did you make it to the Lake Apopka Wildlife Loop?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Melody. Great to meet and talk. We haven't yet made it to the Wildlife Loop yet, probably tomorrow. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@lindasteadman2202]

I've watched several/many of your videos and enjoyed them very much. My husband and I were RVers for most of our married lives. Now that he's gone I'm downsized into a Sprinter. Camping alone isn't nearly as much fun-- that's one reason I enjoy your videos-- bringing back memories. I was so surprised to see where you are now. That Chester's Chicken is a couple of miles from my house! I live just off US27, so you must have gone so close by. Sorry I missed you! 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh wow! Small world. We're glad our video's elicit some good memories. We really enjoy RV travel. Sondra was looking for a Chester's for weeks and we were fortunate to have it on our route. She makes a delicious Buffalo Chicken Salad (with kale). We moved on to Eustis and really enjoyed the Mt Dora area but the Peace River is a very nice area. When you see us, be sure to come on by and say "hi". Glad you're along on the journey. 😁

[@martysmith-BonneyLake]

Well Sondra will be able to see animals in AK! Good times on the Peace River!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh yeah, Marty. That's what she's planning on. Camera at the ready...all the time! 🤣😎

[@mrsbigtruckbigtravels726]

I am soooo excited about all the wildlife we are going to be seeing and taking pictures of. I just love Alaska!!!! 🤩 thanks for the comment Marty, any tips would be appreciated 😊

[@martysmith-BonneyLake]

@@mrsbigtruckbigtravels726 one of the best places to see moose is the Coastal Bike Trail. Kincade Park to Downtown. I’ve seen so many moose there and very close. Plus it’s the best bike trail. Let us know if you want to ride. My wife has a new e-bike she is anxiously waiting to use once the snow melts. Your Milepost book is a great tool. Many place to see and I’ve seen most.

[@perwilinder1]

Perhaps I've missed something and please excuse me if I have... I'm a new fan and I'm wondering.... do you have a setup video of what all you guys have to go through once you get to a park or a spot? OBVIOUSLY, you have to get the soda machine going 😊 but I'm wondering about the logistics and the mechanicals. Is there a video that you can recommend for what that looks like. In the meantime, much love to you guys and thanks for the content that you work so hard to put out! ♥

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey, Steve, appreciate your comments. We don't have a single video which details our set up process. Our videos are about our travels. Each RV is different and the setup process is relatively unique for each class of RV. Ours is very unique given our custom fifth wheel. Do you have specific questions? We always level our trailer with the Big Foot stabilizers and extend the slides with the push of a button. Setup will be different for boondocking vs campground hook ups too.

[@perwilinder1]

@@bigtruckbigtravels no, no questions in particular. I was just curious about your process because your setup is a rather unique one. I can only imagine the heads you turn while going down the road and especially when pulling into a campground. 😂

[@Flacowboy4hire]

I know been asked many times .. what drone is used?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

DJI mini 2 drone. No obstacle sensing so it's pretty basic.

[@terrymathis4213]

You guys found another gorgeous spot.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sometimes it's better to be lucky than good!

[@benoitroy4307]

Merci de partager vos vidéos grâce à vous je peu rêvé car je suis handicapé et grâce à vos vidéos je me sent enfin libre et merci encore

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Merci. Thanks for the comment. Glad you're along on the journey. 😁

[@jesstotorica2972]

Dave is definitely a grandpa with that skunk joke

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh, you are correct, Jess. I am bad for my "Dad/Grandpa jokes". I guess I can't help myself! Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@jesstotorica2972]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I liked the joke. Keep the videos coming

[@garrywilliams9401]

Morning guys. Stumbled across your channel over here in the uk. My family and I are recreational campers but as you’ll probably appreciate this is on a whole different scale in the uk. Voyager and Orion are larger than some campsites alone. Keep up the great content and look forward to your future travels

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Good morning over in the UK, Garry. Thanks for finding us. I've done some research on campervans and campgrounds in Europe since we wanted to spend several months over there (before covid). We still want to but I realized why virtually all the caravan's over there are 7m or less. I'd have to rent the entire campground for Voyager and Orion! 😯🤔🤣Thanks for the comment. Glad you're along on the journey. 😁

[@larryclemmer5583]

Beautiful Rig! How long is your truck from the cow catcher to the brake lights, overall rig length, and your pin weight? I am considering an HDT to pull a 21000 lbs fifth wheel and possibly haul a vehicle. Do you feel the tandems are required for your pin weight? Beautiful area and great camera work!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey Larry, thanks for the question. We are 73 feet long overall. The truck is 33 feet by itself. Our pin weight is 13K lbs. We're a little hefty. We definitely need the tandems. When we add the Smart on the back of the truck it would put us over on a single axle. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@larryclemmer5583]

@@bigtruckbigtravels Thanks for the info. I didn't expect the high of a pin weight. YOU ARE HEFTY!!!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@@larryclemmer5583 lol... we didn't either! That's why we had the tag axle.

[@mikecox7761]

I throughly enjoy your videos ! I appreciate the work you put into them. Hopefully our paths will cross out there one day. Until then, Safe Travels and keep the videos coming ❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Mike. That would be cool to meet out on the road. Always fun to see everyone out there. Safe travels to you too. 😊

[@RVLifeSoaringTogether]

Awesome video, you guys are doing great with your editing! You should check with Steve about doing a KZbin Seminar at the National HDT Rally.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Denise. That's a great compliment coming from you. We really appreciate it. Not sure we're quite "qualified enough" to teach anyone about anything regarding KZbin! LOL. It's fun and it's great to share the memories with everyone. Our daughter and grandchildren really enjoy seeing Nana and Paka when we are traveling. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@careytaylor1181]

That Pearce River Look Like Coke Cola.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...Carey, it does or Iced Tea. I think that is from the cypress trees by the river. They "stain" the water. Thanks for the comment and appreciate you watching the channel. 😊

[@golfaholics7777]

Happy belated birthday!! 🎉🎉

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you soooo much. It was a fun day and a good movie to boot! FORE! 🤔🤣😎

[@lindawalker404]

Hi there my favorite couple on wheels. I have an idea for you David it lit up like a lamp when you did that hilarious and ironic skunk joke. When you guys go to a real camp ground you could hold a comedy hour with paid admission . You surely have enough jokes in your Repertoire, log,. This way you could make some gas money.😂😊

[@lindawalker404]

Oh yes l want a front row place.😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Front row...but no heckling now...🤣

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Linda...but I've been told my jokes are a bit corny....and not for the "sophisticated" crowd! We enjoy it and that's all that matters. Appreciate you watching and commenting. 😊

[@dalemink7631]

I enjoy you two!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Dale. We're excited to have you along on the journey. 😊

[@craigwesson7913]

What is this ticket?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

🤔 Ticket? Craig, you need to help me on this one. 🤣 Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@flybyairplane3528]

BTBT,,,, HELLO,DAVID &SONDRA, DAVID,HAPPY BIRTHDAY, hope you had a grand,day, .GEE,the high water mark,@ PEACE RIVER,was rather. Bloddy high ! There is someone else,I follow,He escaped FLORIDA,drove up to SO CAROLINA but it followed him,too. !….I used to watch,the FLA FLYWHEELERS,on RFD-TV,,ch 345,on direct to , when,are you starting your ALASKA trip? Make sure,everything,is checked,out for that trip, FROM sheTO ME’ we’re there,in a SPRINTER VAN,but had changes when ferries,were on strike , get MOSQITO NETTING, WITH A HAT,,FOR BOTH,OF YOU,,,. WELL take care,enjoy your trips. ,till next time, From NJ,,,,,,,🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@fire-fox]

Hello guys. What a lovely show you have.... I'm at Centurion, South Africa and I see so much of your fantastic country... Love the things you do, and go to to enjoy yourselves.. Brilliant... Please continue with this fabulous "journey"

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hi and welcome! One day we want to get down to South Africa and see some of your country. Thanks for watching. We are glad you found us. 😊

[@gregglewis6641]

Wow I really enjoyed this video, y’all are one of the most fun loving couples. Just the way you interact with one another. Even down to putting away the smart 🚙 car. Jimmy Stewart’s movie 🎥 IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE ! Title only! Y’all keep on keeping on ! Oh and happy belated birthday 🎂.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Gregg. We were feeling "inspired" with the drone shots on Peace River and just had a little fun with it. Sondra and I have been together for 34 years so we kind of know one another by now! LOL. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊

[@lindawalker404]

Hi l am falling in love with you two. Your good humor your warmth is heating up my screen😂. You really compliment yourselves you function like one.And Rhonda guess what l also dislike revolving doors l feel nauseas in them and have a tinge of panic like will l finally get through and out 😢. I also will do my dar ndest to see wildlife. My Zodiac sign is Cancer. I must admit that l am jealous of you basking and cycling under that sun and through warm weather watching you from Montreal. I am disabled and l feel like l am moving with you . By the way what's the temperature? Here we still have snow on the ground with big green spots and from my room l here the baby birds such lovely music. Oh yes Happy Birthday music man love the music on the video. Here it is a out 35 degrees Fahrenheit with a nasty wind chill factor. So be safe with those bikes and enjoy your RVI NG CHEER.❤😊 🎉 yourselves 😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Well, Linda, I'm not sure you want to know that it was 80 degrees for most of our Florida travels. We recently started our trek north towards Alaska after we finish a few more modifications to our RV. So in Alabama it is 65 degrees. No snow on the ground! Woohoo! Glad you're along with us on our journey and our bike rides too! I really appreciate your comments as it warms my heart and hope that you continue to enjoy the channel. Let's get out there and have some fun! 😁😊😍

[@harrisonchevy4452]

Just found your channel yesterday and continued watching your channel today. Really enjoy 😊 you two. Love your rig and great tour. You really have the life, perfectly designed by you. You never mentioned but you must have decent retirement income to live this life. I did watch your video about budgeting and really appreciated your way of going about controlling expenses. I’m a fan and really love your approach to traveling. I am hooked and am subscribed for the long hall. See you soon on the KZbin highway. Take care, safe travels.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you again, Harrison. We retired with no pension from our companies so we live on our savings and investments... and we try to maintain our budget too! Thanks for subscribing and see you next week. 😊

[@phakisot]

Love your content 🇿🇦

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. We're just living life on the road... and you're coming along!

[@jamesglenn520]

Every time I get around those old Hit&Mis motors my wife just shakes her head 🤔 I literally could listen to them run 24-7 and whine because she won't let me buy one😭 Lol

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL, James. It was so cool that we couldn't believe it. We're going back sometime and will camp there all week. That area where the grinding equipment and laundry was located was so neat. Very unexpected for sure. That's a great name for them too, Hit&Miss! Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@ptwhd]

Thanks for sharing😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We're glad you enjoyed it. We like sharing our experiences in the hopes that it will benefit others on a similar path to fulltime. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@RaySwitzer]

I love the Elmer Fudd !

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL. Just having fun, Ray. We're fortunate that we can travel in this style and are very thankful for our health. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@rishi5714]

Hail to the RV King & Queen! Thanks for taking me along the opportunity to watch my dream on KZbin..! You enjoy the real thing; and you work hard I know (doing all the behind scene RV stuffs it's not easy of course). No chance for many of us to do what you do for real.. But still enjoy watching all you do sitting here. Thanks for sharing!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you for watching the channel. We're excited to be able to share our experiences with everyone and to give back to the RV community. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@SkunkMonkey991]

I used to race Hare Scrambles out of Peace River Campgrounds. Every year, Sarasota Area Dirt Riders put on a race there. It ran along the river, under the highway out thru the woods. One of my favorite races.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

A Hare Scrambles? I have never heard of that before. If you're not careful, someone could get wet! Thanks for the comment and appreciate you watching the channel. 😊

[@makeyoutrend.]

Am so glad I came across your wonderfully delightful channel. It's so much fun being a part of your lives' journey. I wish you well in your endeavors and hope your happiness together last and last.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you so much. We're excited that you are along on the journey. It will be fun and exciting this summer as we head to Alaska. Be safe. Appreciate your comments. 😎

[@mattbarker7739]

Happy birthday buddy

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey, thanks Matt. I really appreciate it. I had a great day and the weather was beautiful. Glad I could share with you.

[@luisgarciajr9463]

Chester’s on 27 😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...we'll make note of that. Not every Love's has a Chesters in Florida. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@Rock-yn9no]

Loved the doer song!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I really like that song too! I could use it all the time but I try to place the appropriate song for the moment. 😎

[@jo-annewilkinson5663]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

☺️😊🥰

[@skoffco]

We were driving back to where we are wintering in Arcadia from Wauchula where we had dinner at our favorite Italian restaurant. My wife spotted your truck and camper at the thousand trails campground parked along 17 lol. 😄😄

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...I guess we're not too stealthy, are we?!? 😂 We like the Wauchula area and it's nice to ride our bikes around. The Peace River is really nice in that area. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@kbVACArestatecarsnrvs]

Ahhhh, really enjoyed that, as usual. Did you ever figure out what that Gator was eating? Looked like a very large catfish or maybe a big bird (like the ones at the end of the video) similar to a Blue/White Heron (well, maybe not that big. Was hard to tell, but I'm sure Sondra was having a hard time "digesting" that view (it rubbed off on me lol) as I did having pity on the prey. David, Happy Belated Birthday to you. Glad Sondra took you out for dinner and a movie. Did you actually end up having the place to yourselves? Great content and variety. Keep them coming!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey KB, thanks the birthday wishes and one other couple ended up viewing the movie...so it was almost a private screening. We think it was a bird of some sort because of the crunching we heard. I don't think it was a fish. LOL...great pun! I'm rubbing off on you. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊

[@aeconsulting1]

Very nice video, professional as usual!. Like the red BMW Isetta 😄. Renaissance festival in Michigan, correct?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much. I enjoy putting them together. We have not been to Michigan yet but we have visited Renaissance Festivals in Kansas City, Waxahatchie (Texas) and Nashville. Lots of fun. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@chadconrad5687]

Happy birthday

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Chad. It was a good day for sure. Thanks for the comment and appreciate you watching the channel. 😊

[@PaulZ-mann]

Im envious, my wife will not travel anywhere. If I want to go on a vacation, it's solo. I'm enjoying seeing places you are traveling to.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Paul. That's unfortunate to not be able to share experiences but traveling can be hard and "inconvenient" but it's all about priorities and what each person has a "passion" or desire to do. That's one reason why we really enjoy our home on wheels. We get to see fantastic sights and be home every night. No living out of suitcases or backpacks. It's a very comfortable way to travel but it does take effort. Really appreciate your comments and time watching the channel. Hey! Maybe if your wife watches our channel she'll want to travel....hmmm....🤔😁😎

[@raybutt4084]

Hi fellas from Newfoundland Canada I really enjoy your trip videos that’s what life is all about “enjoying life” as Canadians we made the trip across Canada and as far north as Yellowknife NWT a great and would do it all over again. Keep up with the great work and stay safe.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much. WE try to enjoy each day as it comes and hope for many more. Sounds like a fun trip. Thanks for watching the channel.

[@sharonsugarsmith1267]

Thank you I really enjoyed this adventure. Put some vegetable oil on the rushed screws. It will save them and easier to put in place.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's a good idea. I need to do that. Glad you're along on the journey and appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😊

[@harisbuttar935]

Lovely watching you guys 😍

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We enjoy sharing our experiences and hope that it will benefit others who want to journey down a similar path. 😊 Thanks for the comments. 😃

[@harisbuttar935]

@@bigtruckbigtravels i wish i can join you guys 😊

[@KeenanModica]

Great video as always. I jumped slightly at 7:35. Happy birthday 🎈🎂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...that was actually pretty funny. I was worried that I wouldn't be able to salvage that footage but it turned out great. Very unique. I'll bet it startled you! Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@rburoni]

Thanks for showing loading the smart car! New to the channel but have watched lots of your videos!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you decided to "join" us. LOL. Appreciate the subscribe and let's see some more stuff!

[@JackMayer]

Nice video. Congrats on the channel growth. It has taken a big jump. Now we can say we knew them before they were famous. ;) David, your editing is very good.....

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Jack, I really appreciate the compliment. It means a lot. I don't know about famous (we're not even in the "almost" famous category) ... but we are creating memories for the family to look back on...I just hope I can keep it up for a while (I am retired, you know!)! With our travel style, time is a precious commodity. Lots of fun though and this summer in Alaska should be an adventure. Thanks for the comment and appreciate you watching the channel. 😊

[@thomaswilliamson7363]

Another great and entertaining video! I hope you guys come back to California in the near future. I know you have your big Alaska trip coming up. I would like to meet you both and treat you guys to a nice lunch dinner at the fisherman's restaurant In San Clemente. I am not sure if you are been but it is a fun and great place right on the ocean.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Thomas. That would be fantastic. We've driven through the San Clemente area on I-5 and really enjoy California. I want to also get to the Surfing Museum in Huntington Beach too. I think it has my uncle Duke Kahanamoku in it. Actually, there are several Surfing Museums along the coast. Let's keep in touch. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@lkgguy7899]

Do you bleed off the water in your truck air tanks before leaving on your next journey?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh yeah. I've learned my lesson. Cover the glad hands and bleed any moisture from the tanks! 😎🤔😊Thanks for the comment. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@futrade1]

Awesome 😊, just awesome. You folks do nothing but topshelf productions. Next year our goal is to have Space Craft build us a custom 57' with a 16' stacker garage with 10K watts of solar on top. We'll be looking you up to hire you to advise us when they build our unit. Keep up the good work, looking fwd to meeting you some day.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That is fantastic, Ed. Lots of fun and headaches to design and build it. That would be great to meet up on the road. 10K watts is the way to go! Lol... I'm not sure Greg could handle us again 🤣🤣😇 but it would be fun to be part of it. Let's keep in touch. Thank you so much for the comment.

[@futrade1]

@@bigtruckbigtravels Count on us staying in contact. You folks travel safe.

[@harisbuttar935]

Love from Pakistan

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much. We appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃

[@harisbuttar935]

@@bigtruckbigtravels more then welcome

[@herdsire90210]

The Smart setup is pretty well engineered. You are visiting a beautiful region.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. We have enjoyed the Peace River area and our bike rides. We had help with the Smart setup as others have done it but we tweaked it to suit our needs. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate you watching the channel. 😊Have a great weekend.

[@OZ-ij3os]

HI guys as always I love the vid, Happy Birthday David, stay safe!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for the birthday wishes. I really appreciate it and glad you're enjoying the vids and the journey with us. Let's keep rolling. 😎😊