HDT BIG Rig Travel Days, Quartzsite. 50 MPH Winds. Ditches & Detours. Fulltiming duo . RV Lifestyle

Detours, road closures, lost power, 50 MPH winds, deep ditches and desert. It's a Thousand Trails campground that is 4x4 worthy! Do we need Matt's Off Road Recovery? Where are we going and will we make it?
Well, of course we'll make it (and no tow truck is needed) but it's a road trip so you expect all sorts of conditions on the road. Our HDT and Spacecraft trailer can handle the winds but what about rail road tracks?
West Texas has oil and it's busy...but campgrounds too? Heck yeah!
We are not Snow Birds but we do like nice warm weather and heading west is the best. We are going to do this trip a little differently by staying at a Harvest Host right on the Mexico USA border. The Wall is in our "backyard". Oh my!
Quartzsite is all about boondocking in the desert and a great place for an RV to winter.
Come join our Facebook Group, Big Truck Big Travels to get more details on our travels such as Alaska itinerary, annual costs and such.
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RV Camping
We like to "Switch it Up" between resorts and campgrounds and boondocking is always an option.
We draw inspiration from Keep Your Daydream KYD, Less Junk More Journey, Finding Our Someday and Changing Lanes. We normally travel in an HDT similar to KZbin channels Suite Travels and Watts on Wheels. I also get some ideas from the editing style of Happily Ever Hanks (Happilyeverhanks) #thankshanks and believe it or not, I actually learned something from MRBeast Mr Beast video's as well.
Our journey is the destination. We want to share in our experiences in our discovery of What's Next.
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Epidemicsound.com
Tracks:
Is This Winter Now by Shirley
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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:
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Our Class C is built by Thor Motorcoach on a Ford F550 chassis. It's a production build Magnitude model XG32. We tow our red Jeep Wrangler Sahara behind it. We've made some modifications to it so that we can boondock comfortably. Lithium batteries, Victron 3000w multi-plus inverter, dual alternators charge while traveling and mods to the water system greatly enhance it's boondocking capabilities.
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.
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.
BIg Truck Big Travels video's are based on our personal experience and not meant nor portrayed as experts in anything we do or say. It's our life on the road and our opinions are not meant to be construed as advice. Enjoy life on the road.

[@bobbieroberts1995]

My grandfather worked the natural gas fields in Midland and Odessa in the 50s. Your video brought childhood memories. Smiled throughout the video I'm 79

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's super cool. It's a unique area of Texas but we're glad it brought back some great memories. Thanks for sharing.

[@Kevinworm693]

Just love your rig ! The entire setup is great since you updated to an actual live tandem setup. I have had class A pushers since the 90's. Now that children are grown and we are both retired. Your type of setup would be perfect. Unfortunately, my health took a dive a few years ago. Unable to do now so our travels are with you and Suite Travels, Switch Up and Traveling Robert. You guys remind me of the way my wife of 47 years and myself enjoy being with one another. God Bless you all !

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sorry to hear about that, Kevin but excited to have you along on the journey. The live axles will be great! Thank you very much.

[@guybirdwell1700]

As a true Texan, I must let you know the proper pronunciation of Pecos. The proper way to say it is Paycus. Lived in that area for most of my life. Love your channel

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much. That's important. I did not know that (obviously by the way I was pronouncing it!).

[@Katiedid1975]

Thousand Trails has been going downhill for a few years now, but they should absolutely be ashamed of those roads. Don't they know how many people watch your channel?😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I agree, Katie! Maybe next year! We'll check on it.

[@judy6416]

I agree I would never go back because of it

[@johngacsi7000]

ITS. RITCH. COMING. FROM. MULTI MILLIONAIRES -- . . WHINING. ABOUT. FUEL. PRICES. ,, MUST. B. A. DEM. ,! . BEEING. 73. X. TRUCKER. -- I. DO. FEEL. FOR. THE. AVERAGE. PUBLIC. [ WHEN. IT. COMES. DOWN. TO. BUY. FOOD. ,, AT. EXORBITANT. PRICES. -- OR. FUEL. TO. GO. TO. WORK. ,AND. BACK. !!! . NONE. OF. US. NEEDS. YOU. TO. B . FLAUNTING. UR. WEALTH. . !!! .

[@lvsluggo007]

Love you guys!! I drove that "oil corridor" back in 1970. I had forgotten how BORRRRR-ING that stretch of road is.. I was on a trip from San Diego to Ft Hood TX, a trip of 1394 miles, and I did it in 24 hours.. Pecos brings back a "fun" memory... It was around 2am and the roadside sign I passed said "Pecos 10 miles".. Then what seemed like just seconds, there was another sign that said "Pecos 5 miles".. I needed gas and there was a 24 hour station in Pecos, so I stopped. After getting my gas, I mentioned to the attendant that there seemed to be two signs next to each other, one saying "Pecos 10 miles" and the other "Pecos 5 miles".. His reply made me decide to ask if I could pull around in back and take a nap.. He said those WERE 5 miles apart.. Its EXTREMELY fortuanate that 1) Interstate 20 in that area is nearly straight and 2) my car's front end alignment was good.. I slept about 3 hours and then got back on the road..

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh man! You are soooo fortunate! Wow! Great story. Get some rest! 😁😁🤣

[@christygr]

I’m glad that you guys made it to Arizona safely and that the weather wasn’t any worse than some high winds. Sondra, you crack me up with your apprehension and anxiety with low bridges, big humps and deep pot holes, etc. because that is how I am when my hubby is driving and it drives him a little nuts. The places that you take us are places I would never see otherwise and for that I thank you. Enjoy your time in Quartzite. Until next Thursday …

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL, Christy, Sondra is always looking at those road conditions and always making comments. She definitely freaks out on so many things. Sometimes her shrieking scares the "you know what out of me"!

[@christygr]

My husband feels the same way. He says that I “shriek” when there is no reason to do that. My side of the story is that I don’t know there is no reason until whatever has passed. I can’t imagine how bad I would be in your big rig setup … yikes!

[@Adam_Gray]

I flew over Midland Tuesday (1/16) night on my way from LAX to DFW. I could see the "Gas Flaring" from the gas burn-off 🔥on all the oil wells at 35K feet. It really was a beautiful thing!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

that is very cool, Adam. Thanks for sharing.

[@mimi5117]

oh my that was so much fun sitting here holding my breath at times ... but enjoying my armchair travels with you. NOW enjoy your time to relax a little. Smiles and hugs from Western Canada (North OK Valley in BC-where we just got a huge dump of Snow).

[@josephalberta1145]

You are lucky you didnt have the Alberta temperatures to go with it. -48 here last Sunday.

[@mimi5117]

@@josephalberta1145 used to live in Slave Lake AB for awhile, also in the Yukon where i saw it at -52 with a wind chill around -80 ... BRR. Stay warm =) We did get down to around -29 last weekend. About to snow some more so it's warming up again.

[@josephalberta1145]

Well its nice here now. Its minus 28. @@mimi5117

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Love the OK valley...in the spring...not now with snow!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh brrrr.....

[@davidwatts5863]

❤❤❤❤❤❤ They are newbie drivers holding up fuel line. I drove 28 years and that was a pet-pev of mine. Get fuel pull up, especially when it's busy. If shopping, go park!!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Exactly, David. It disturbs me that there are not more "professional" drivers out there.

[@rnordquest]

The newbie drivers were trained by newbie trainers. I learned to move the first day.

[@Delighthd]

Hello friend, we are absolutely honored to follow your work, we are immensely happy and grateful to share your amazing work with us, we admire every work shared by you, congratulations for the excellent work we wish you success friend, another subscriber here

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you! Cheers! That warms our hearts to hear your comments.

[@evovento]

Always love watching your adventures. We are counting the days till we can join you.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. The time will fly by for sure. What will be your first trip? That's always tough for most.

[@r.h.6262]

What an incredible RV! I loved how you touze film your journey. I'm hooked! You've another subscriber for life. God's good blessings and may He keep you safe.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you so much. We enjoy sharing our experiences with everyone. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Tazbocat]

We enjoy your adventures. What a blessing it is to be a couple enjoing each others company and living life. Everytime David laughs, I laugh. God has smiled on you both. 🤗 Be safe on your travels.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Well...then, you're laughing a lot! Warms my heart to hear you enjoy the video's and appreciate our life on the road. Thank you so very much.

[@Tazbocat]

@@bigtruckbigtravels i am married to a man that makes me laugh all the time. It is a true blessing from God. 😊

[@semihgul6178]

@@bigtruckbigtravels HEYY TÜRKİYE YE GELİN DA HEYY

[@travelingonadream]

Thank you for sharing your life with us!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you for watching. We really appreciate your comments on the channel and are excited to have you along on the journey. Thanks for being a part of the story.

[@monahardy978]

Great video..im so impressed u drive that big rig Sondra.. well done. Again today i went along somewhere that ill probably never see with out you ..thank u. Have fun!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you're along on the journey with us, Mona. We're excited to travel around to places you enjoy too!

[@richardross3172]

Poor Minnie, she looks like shes had enough! Have fun in Quartzsite!!!😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...she's tired for certain, Richard. She'll get some needed rest in the desert.

[@mikekenna9247]

Welcome to Arizona. You picked a great time of the year. Enjoy yourself.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Mike. We love it out here in the winter. Great area.

[@petem6846]

Wonderful video David and Sondra!! Love Sondra's comment at 35:50 about the flyovers. Every time I visit Texas, I am amazed by the flyovers--y'all do your interstates in unique ways! :) And the discussion of stopping at the outlet mall only if there's a What-a-Burger is priceless! :) Safe travels!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Pete. Appreciate the kind comments. We just think the flyovers look cool... and they work. Always stop for a Whataburger! 😆

[@dougmcnattin386]

All right. Safe travels . I wish In had a rig like yours. Well then I think about making a turn. Or backing a mile or two. Nope I'm happy with our hybrid Bullet Crossfire. We have all the cross ventilation anyone can ask for! We will keep our eyes open for you. Thank you so much for making your trips so much fun for us. The trip is the destination. Bless you.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Doug. There are definite compromises one makes with the RV they select. It's a matter of choosing what is right for your travel style. Our size has never prevented us from going where we want to go. It's definitely different but it's our home and we're super comfy in it.

[@nancybaldwin4893]

Have a safe trip and enjoy God bless. ❤❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks so much, Nancy. We always try to be safe.

[@NK-xk9kj]

Great stumbling into you guys yesterday in Quartzite and chatting for a bit. We met the group and had great discussions with everyone about the CDL subject. Jim answered a lot of our questions. Have a great stay in Quartzite and safe travels. Look forward to crossing paths again on the road. Rob and Noni

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's great news and really fun to meet up at the show. Still looking into the CDL issue and don't see any changes but I'll keep researching. Safe travels.

[@tomweymouth3820]

If you want Great Mexican food detour into Benson AZ go to Mi Casa it’s a VERY small place on the main drag. Probably not enough room for your rig, but plenty for Pathfinder. It’s run by a couple, the wife cooks and the husband waits tables and serves customers. Only about 8 tables but the BEST Mexican food on the planet. By the way love your videos. I think I’ll subscribe.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Tom. We have found very few authentic Mexican food restaurants in the states but we'll have to try Mi Casa out next time. Mi Casa sounds very neat.

[@anthonyserio7642]

Great episode folks, thanks👍

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, Anthony. Thank you.

[@lindabrown2211]

This looks so fun , wish we were there. Have fun and be well.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Linda. Lots of fun.

[@wadetharp348]

Born in Odessa and have spent most of my life running from Houston to Possum Kingdom Lake to the southern pan handle area. Your video brings back a lot of memories. Will be joining y'all (all full time RV'ers) on the road soon as my wife and I retire and hit the road with our "new to us" RV!!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Congratulations 🎊 and welcome to the fulltime RV lifestyle in the near future. That's exciting!

[@user-jz3qq5gr6g]

Hi from Canada.Have a great trip .Thanks for sharing your trip with us .

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for watching! Stay warm up there!

[@Bunny-cz5wo]

Hi guys 🙋🏼‍♀️ thanks for the ride along, safe travels .❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for watching!

[@juanitanielsen6776]

It was a highlight of mine meeting you at the meet up on Thursday. Thank you for all the time and energy you put into producing such wonderful videos. I feel privileged to be able to ride along with you on your adventures. Have a wonderful winter and thanks for stopping in Q so I could meet you. Maybe sometime you’ll visit my state of Michigan.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Our pleasure, Juanita! And thank you for spending part of your day with us in the desert. I'm thinking next year is our time to visit Michigan. I'll have to check but we want to explore the UP and the upper part of MI aroiund Traverse City and Mackinaw. Stay warm in Michigan when you return.

[@Romans--bo7br]

@@bigtruckbigtravels... Hate burst your bubble, but you (nor anyone else) will be "cruising" Anywhere, in 2025... and thereafter.

[@richardcompton4606]

As a 40 year truck driver, I promise you it drives me up a wall to see these rude guys sit there and take their 30 minute break without a concern for who they’re holding up. In my opinion it’s straight up that I’m limited by the hours I can run and if somebody takes up 30 minutes for no reason that’s money out of my pocket.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Amen, Richard! We're not on a clock but we're very cognizant and sensitive to the fact that the other drivers ARE on a clock! We try to live by the Golden Rule and it's just very infuriating when they don't care about others they are impacting. Oh well....Thanks for commenting and appreciate you watching the channel. Thanks for keeping America rolling!

[@mtgut1962]

It’s getting worse every year. I’ve been driving for over 40 years also and I stay away from Pilots at all costs for the same reason. Loves are starting to get bad also. Thanks from a professional driver for being so considerate to our craft 😊

[@polarisman67]

😎👍 Awsome video love watching!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😁😊Thank you. Appreciate your comments.

[@brandonc5965]

That is a totalllly nice rig setup 👌

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks! 👍We love it.

[@4Score747]

You two crack me up! “Going up steep incline mountain pass with high winds” He says, “We’re doomed!” You both laugh 😂 Love the videos! You’re both living the life I have always wanted to live! Stay south!! Oregon is still thawing out!! I miss trucking across the U.S. with my honey (R.I.P.) we hauled for Schneider. Lots of loads in 13 years. (I’m not an operator) but just didn’t have time to stop and smell the roses. The Desert was my Favorite area! I-8 Mile marker 132 Or 133, the biggest Saguaro 🌵 I’ve ever seen! Happy Trails!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. It's a cool area to drive and we love coming out here after spending some time out east. It makes us really appreciate the desert scenes and vistas.

[@DaleWheeldon]

another great video very scenic thankyou

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, Dale. Thank you

[@my09ultra]

Great ride you two. Thanks!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for coming along.

[@ronhanway9384]

I’ve lived in Odessa, Tx for 71 yrs. Oil industry encompasses 1000’s of sq. miles. I’ve been following you since the beginning. Safe travels. Hope to see you on the road.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It is amazing how much of the oil industry is in that area. Unbelievable. Thank you and that would be awesome to meet on the road.

[@sherisevalentygibb]

Me and my family were just in Quartzsite at the RTR on opening day, and we met the adorable and amazing Bob Wells!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

So cool! Glad you were able to meet him, Sherise. He knows this area for sure.

[@aquablue3803]

That was amazing❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😍😊Thank you very much. So glad you enjoyed it.

[@sheilarounds5286]

We loved this video it was fun traveling with you.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, Sheila! Thank you.

[@zolciaki]

I love watching you. Great vlog. Greetings from Poland

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hi from across "the pond". Thanks for watching. We'd love to visit over there one of these days.

[@JoseCruz-hh5qx]

Nice truck loved it God Bless you

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you so very much. We enjoy sharing our experiences and glad you're along on the journey. 😊

[@conniegemmell7974]

I spent many years in Texas. It took 5 hours to get from San Angelo where I lived to Whichita Falls. Gives you an idea of how big Texas is

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh we know how big Texas is! Takes 3 days to drive east to west!

[@ZZLZ-cj8tl]

Excellent! Very Strong People. Driving and everything that goes with that. Seems like more work than pleasure. But if you Love it enjoy!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. Sometimes it is a lot of work but we enjoy the process.

[@valnpaulvanorden]

R u guys planning on visiting TX anytime soon?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@@valnpaulvanorden we'll be there in September for several weeks to get some errands done.

[@williamgrant9167]

Love ya guys ❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Aawww! Thank you so very much. We appreciate your comments. 😍😁😊

[@elywalton7147]

I appreciate your good attitudes, banter, enjoyment of each other and the travel... You mentioned the MORR channel above, which I also follow... I believe a big part of Matt's popularity is his honestly quirky personality that comes across the video... I expect you all will also have an escalating number of subscribers as the word gets out... Thanks for sharing! 😎

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Appreciate that sentiment. Sometimes I feel like we are going to have to call MORR with some of the places we visit and stay overnight. I think we're better prepared now with our live axles.

[@WeLong4Travel]

My wife and I really enjoy watching you guys. Wish we could visit you, but we’ll try if and when you come to Palm Desert. - The Long Family

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sounds great! We'll be in PS for a few weeks. See you on the road. Thank you.

[@csmith9189]

I love your videos! I'm hoping you are meeting up with other HDTs! My dream is to buy a set-up like yours and travel. I do love HDT rallies especially Caldwell ID. I'm excited to watch your next video! Thanks for sharing your journey.👍🇺🇸❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. Yes, we are in the Quartzsite desert right now with about 20 other HDT rigs. It's quite the scene. We had a potluck last night and we all enjoyed a great meal and fellowship as the sun set.

[@ride4nvd]

Our conversations are just like yours while traveling… the things the mind ponders! 😅

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 it is scary sometimes! 😆

[@raoulroberts]

Another gem, Sondra and David. Loved every minute, from the opening preview, the brief recap, you guys are entering Hollywood territory with your production quality. An hour-long adventure dramedy is what this was. I learned that downtown Odessa and downtown San Elizario are opposites of each other. On that note, I loved your adhoc road game (16:30-18:45) which I named "State that City" (a "punny" name - your humor is contagious). Yes, Pecos only works in Texas. I'd love a peek behind the curtain to see what exactly causes those clocks to change automatically when we cross time zones. This "eclectic" drive down that oil vein on I-20, past the cattle silage, and through the Mars-cape (45:15) was fun because of you. Thank you for a wonderful episode, and I can wait to see what you produce for the century vlog. Safe travels, and next time, do a Whataburger for lunch and save the cheese sandwich for dinner. 😁

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's a great idea on the Whataburger for lunch! Thank you so much for your comments and positive energy. It helps to have great weather but the trip was fun.

[@aeconsulting1]

Great video as always! I would like to go to Quartzsite this time of the year, especially when it’s so cold right now in Michigan. Just have to convince my wife 😉. Enjoy Quartzsite, the big tent and have fun!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Michigan is very cold right now...Quartzsite is very not cold right now...kind of seems like a "no brainer" to me. Good luck on convincing her. Thank you for watching.

[@RV-Adventures-Travels]

We’re glad you made it. We left there this morning for a couple of days at our home base. We’d been there for two months. We’ll be back in a couple of weeks. And you’re right, it is more crowded than in years past. We’ve been coming there since 1999 and this is the busiest we’ve seen. We thought we saw your Smart car on our way out today.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Terri. There are a couple of Smarts that have the same color scheme as ours in the area where we are camped. Good to know on the crowd conditions...the Big Tent Show will be CRAZY!

[@erikimmel8369]

Love the banter

[@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.

[@cupcakejonz54]

That Trailer and truck is So nice ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Cheryl. We really enjoy our home. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃

[@FlyingAceAV8B]

What a cool and unique setup. My dad will be retiring his rig in a few years and I plan to convert it to doing this job. I might even make a few videos about it!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh yeah! That sounds like quite a project. Lots of fun. Nice to look back on the video. Do it! Thank you.

[@dunlapmichaell]

Thanks for the video. Stress, Stress, Stress!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're welcome, Michael. Thank you for watching the channel. Some days are smoother than others but we enjoy it just the same.

[@cheryllann_]

Enjoy your time !

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We really appreciate your time watching the channel and are excited to have you along on the journey, Cheryl. Thanks for being a part of the story.

[@louispokraka787]

Nice to see Sandra driving

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Louis. She enjoys it.

[@robertsmith-fj2rx]

Great episode. Those steps you were admiring on the back of the truck are flip down yacht mast climbing steps. A good ship chandlery or rigger who builds yacht masts should be able to get them.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for the tips! It's a great 💡

[@raysmalley4647]

Loved this video! We had to cancel our winter trip to Arizona this year due to many health concerns that surfaced late November. So we'll be visiting the area through your future videos. BTW, if you ever get back through Picacho Peak, it really is a nice campground plus the hike to the top is great. Enjoy your stay!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sorry to hear that, Ray but hope your future trips go smoothly and the health concerns were addressed and everyone is good. Thank you for watching.

[@teresadavis32]

That looks like fun 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Teresa. Lots of fun. We enjoy the travel to Quartzsite.

[@karinwest919]

Hey, Sondra is driving, I admire you! Go girl!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

She did great avoiding all the potholes! We made it out in one piece! Woohoo!

[@scottswank2218]

The trailer you passed with the steps on the rear door is more than likely some sort of simulator. I used to pull flight simulators for the military where I used to work.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I think you are correct, Scott. The markings on the side seemed like it.

[@gtnoslp]

Looks like a great time going on in Arizona!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We all enjoy the atmosphere and camaraderie out in the desert. Thanks for watching.

[@bkwwilkes]

That was pretty cool. I'm a retired truck driver and would love to have a rig like yours but the wife will never let me.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. Sondra was not crazy about the idea until she drove up AND down some mountains out west...she said OK, now I understand! She enjoys driving now.

[@valnpaulvanorden]

Ha ha ha!

[@wolverinealaska6937]

excellent video. Have you ever thought of doing an extra educational video of taking pictures esp with your drone?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. I think I need more experience before I can do a video on it but I do get a lot of questions on it.

[@wait4dl]

been there and done that from 2012 - 2021. was fun , made a lot of good friends, still in contact with most , 2001 volvo semi 660. and 2 mobile suites. now live in yuma.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Nice. You were doing it in the HDT before it got crazy! Good for you. Our first trailer was a Mobile Suites Houston. Love the floor plan. Thanks for watching.

[@lisaannjoseph6454]

I love your videos

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

thank you very much.

[@denniscampbell8711]

So I guess you’re truck was a tag axle, i didn’t know that 😢. But thanks for the good show. I really enjoy watching your videos. You two are so funny.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Yes, Dennis, our mistake when we added the tandem axle... it should have been a powered axle. Live and learn... that's what we get for not asking the right people!

[@darylgilbert3494]

Loved the video guys.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you very much. Glad you're along on the journey. 😊

[@number1parrothead741]

Next time you’re having strong winds park where the cab points into the wind, it’s more aerodynamic. When I drove big rigs the company safety division told us to stay off over passes and bridges and find a spot to park head into the wind, I regularly pulled 80,000 pounds. Those drivers that park like that a fuel islands. I would jump into the drivers seat if the truck was idling and pull the truck off to the farthest part of the truck stop or park it into the street blocking traffic and call the cops!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for the comments. We were generally into the wind but they were shifting a bit on that second day. I like the way you handled the trucks sitting in the fuel island!

[@TechResponseGP]

david is the glowing guy,....omg green glowing sweatshirt ..😀😀😀

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Woohoo! It is bright!

[@kimleady5864]

Great video! Sondra are you by chance sending a ❤message to your family back home when you bring your hand that has blue nail polish up to your check? Sort of like what Carol Barnett did when she tugged on her ear to say hello to her grandmother. 😊 Y'all are so fun to watch. Thank you

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Good eye, Kim. That is a "thing" between Sondra and our granddaughters. BTW...loved the Carol Burnett Show....Tim Conway was a hoot!

[@ptwhd]

Thanks for sharing 😊😊😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for watching, Peter. 😁😄

[@sherisevalentygibb]

You mentioned Huntington Beach, which is in Orange County, where I live! I live in Irvine, which is few miles inland from Laguna Beach and Newport Beach.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Very cool! Love that area... and Ventura!

[@sherisevalentygibb]

@@bigtruckbigtravels Next time you're in this area you should check out Balboa Peninsula and the Fun Zone! There's a ferry that you can take across to Balboa Island from there (it's only like $2) and once across on the ferry you go straight on Agate then when it dead ends on North Bay Front you turn right, then when you get to Marine you turn right and there are a bunch of really cute shops and you can have a famous "Balboa Bar" or a "Chocolate Covered Banana" with all the toppings :) Once you're done you can take Marine back the way you came and that will lead you back out to PCH. I would suggest you do all of this in the Smart Car :) Let me know if you're going to be in the area and we'll come down to meet you!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@@sherisevalentygibb that sounds really cool. Thank you.

[@krisklopf1901]

We had high winds too here in Ohio, The Ohio turnpike up north restricted vehicles over 7 feet tall!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh wow, Kris. That is quite the restriction. Glad we were further south.

[@theRovingVets]

56:04 it was nice meeting yall, even if it was at the dump station 😂 Rob says he really feels like he went to Alaska with yall. 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Small world...stinky but small! 😆 🤣 Glad you said hi. Safe travels

[@missymason2377]

Amazing

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you! Cheers! Appreciate your comment and watching the channel.

[@andrewwylie2117]

Those climbing holds on the back of the transport are a great idea... A fifth wheel we saw heading south recently had their ladder torn off their roof on one side

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Yes, we think it's a great idea. 👍

[@yvonnekneeshaw2784]

One hour how lucky! Great ARTICULATION during your road trip 😂 We wonder what Sondra is on a mission for?? 🎶 🎵 A shelter in a time of storm 🇨🇦 ❤

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You'll have to wait to find out....might be "several missions"....hope you enjoyed it. Appreciate all your comments and support.

[@scottashe8463]

Enjoyed your viedo very much

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, Scott. 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.

[@krisklopf1901]

I have been through El Paso too! I liked it!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Nice area, Kris. We like the architecture and scenery.

[@alexchristensen5985]

Very cool video, just watched it. Million dollars rolling down the highway:)

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Alex. You're a little high but it's a nice home on wheels. We enjoy it.

[@davidcline9547]

I agree! I hate getting in at night! Can't imagine driving that big of a rig. We have a class A.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We can light up the night but I still don't like getting in after dark. Too many spaces you can't see with a potential for a mistake.

[@sherryarcher4832]

About 35 years ago I lived across the river from Quartzsite. It was a lot less organized, but by December there were so many rvs you could walk for miles and never touch the ground 😂 . Well not really but it looked that way.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Wow, Sherry. That's amazing it was like that back then. I thought this was a recent (20 years ago) type of thing. Sounds like the "pilgrimage" to Q has been going on for a long time. Thank you and appreciate your time watching the channel.

[@steveegbert3554]

Hope you have a great time in Quartzsite.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. We enjoy the uniqueness of the area and the freedom it offers.

[@joemontague217]

It was nice meeting you today Joe and Brenda

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Great spending some time with you. Thanks for coming.

[@brianvernell]

Nice trailer 👌

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. 😃

[@ariverstonesthrowaway]

LOL! Everyone is going one way.. well we will go the other! Were doomed... laugh...chuckle... Scenic route - let's do thing differently! Very funny!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It did seem to work out that way...the road less traveled was definitely our "theme" for those travel days. Thanks for commenting.

[@jakecallinsky5170]

I miss the Texas Feeder roads. Also the u turns under the freeway or at an overpass.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We love the Texas road structure...but you have to get used to it. The dedicated U-turns, flyovers and feeder roads keep traffic flowing but can be confusing the first few times. Great system. Thanks, Jake, for the comment.

[@brendanoleary5885]

Just loved the vid as it shows what it's like driving a rig of your size in the US. Incredibly informative. I did think you were a little lite on the puns though. Just think of those giant potholes as practice for the outback.

[@raoulroberts]

I agree. More puns!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

oh...you'll be sorry for encouraging me!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks, Brendan. I don't want to "go to the well too many times" though...Sondra always rolls her eyes with the puns...I'll try to "do better" in the future! Stay cool down under!

[@ALongLongWaytoGO]

Ok David…..Livingston Texas here again….Talk about oilfield destinations…Livingston is a hub of natural gas and oil production…..being my specialty of employment, full tour is on for you from how it starts in the ground to how we produce it down the pipeline….See ya in September….

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're on! Send me an email so we can coordinate but that would be a blast! We'll definitely make time in September. Whataburger & full tour of oil/nat gas...doesn't get much better! Thanks

[@stephentalley5379]

Hello I enjoy your videos

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Stephen. We appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃

[@MaryOKC]

I think I met you guys in northern Idaho pulled over in Smelterville last year. I’m car camping and will be in quartzsite in a couple of weeks. See you there! LOL!!! 😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey, Mary. Idaho is a cool state and we'll be visiting it a little more this summer. Safe travels to the Q!

[@scottrandza3222]

Welcome to Arizona!!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you, Scott. Love the state.

[@jjcastleberry3662]

Let's see 150 gallons x $3.27 (national average) + 3 gallons x $23.19 = $560.07. Damnit, I just sprayed my coffee on my monitor. LOL, My wife commented on your Mini-Mickey on the seat. We have the Mini-Mickey that does a shuffle dance. I recall as a kid in 1968 when the trans pass to El Paso was being built.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 every time we pull in to fill up... it's the big one, wheezy!! 😆 Thank goodness we don't have to fill every day!

[@deandee8082]

I like Old el' Paso, their beans are mm good!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Very tasty, Dean. Great value has good baked beans.

[@johnbrown7312]

Looks like you got good weather in the "Q". We'll be out that way in a month or so, enjoying a little Sugar Beach time though first. Enjoyed catching up with your travels

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

So far, John, weather has been good. A little cool today with some sprinkles but the rest of the week looks good. Last week was beautiful. Thank you for the comments. 😃

[@rusticalaskans6814]

You’ve been to the attic circle. You can do anything. Your invincible 😂😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😂🤣😎 You are too kind...I have seen things though, that most should not see!

[@rusticalaskans6814]

@@bigtruckbigtravels 😂😂😂 you did great. I really love your channel

[@pedromaldonado5566]

❤ my hometown in el paso tx

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Nice town, Pedro. Lots of Whataburgers! 😍

[@phyllissmith2538]

Thousand Trails should be Thousand potholes. Lol. It's so typical of their roads. We love our Airstream trailer because in high winds it still pulls very nicely because the air "streams" over it. A really nice city to explore for their murals is San Angelo, TX. They even have a map to help you locate all the murals. They also have lots of painted sheep all over the city. And be sure to see the International Lily Collection. Also, next time you're in Pecos, stop in and see their museum. It has 3 stories of Texas history. We do everything we can to avoid driving through El Paso. Last time we drove through in 2023, there was lots of construction, narrow lanes, rough roads, and lots of traffic. Loved the video. We've driven that route many times. Oops. Looks like I posted twice by accident. Sorry.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Cool. Sondra likes to take pics of murals. Thank you. Great idea.

[@hankbaez2728]

You have to crab over humps but I am sure David knows that. He a great driver