INSIDER TIPS TRICKS YOU'VE GOT TO SEE // 2023 Tampa RV Super Show // RV Fulltime // RV Life

We end our week at the 2023 Tampa RV Super Show with all of our INSIDER TIPS AND HACKS from 15 years of Tampa RV Show experience. We've seen all the changes evolve over the years culminating in what happened this year. If you are thinking of RVing then you have to visit the Tampa Show.
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Our vehicles:
2016 Volvo semi-truck VNL780 "Voyager"
2016 Smart fortwo "Pathfinder"
2019 Custom built Space Craft 5th wheel semi-trailer "Orion"
2023 Class C Thor Magnitude XG32
2017 Jeep Wrangler Sahara

[@jeannealex2560]

Hey guys.. Thank you for the information and the videos... I have to say with all the changes I do not believe I will be going to the Tampa show with our rig.. Sounds like you had a hard time with finding the right entrance... Once there it was nice.. however it seemed like too much of a Hassle to get it in there... I hope they start giving the large units like the HDTs a designated spot... Thanks again for the videos and you guys stay safe in your travels..J&A 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks J&A...it was an adventure. I think they place a sign on the highway letting you know which entrance for RV's but it's not super clear and a few of the staff are temps and didn't know some details. This may be our last one but there are some good changes so we'll see. You definitely have to plan it. Thanks for watching. Safe travels.

[@Tau_Zyrillion]

OMG I had to laugh at the circus act going behind you at 23:23 - Big motorhome towing a ute with a golf buggy on the back, with two bikes on the back of that! 😂

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Lol, it gets interesting for sure! Thanks 😊

[@terrymathis4213]

Love the t-shirt Sondra. Been tent camping for years with my family, then my daughter, now my 2 grandchildren. We camped in tents for years, but bought a pop up camper, cause I'm too old to sleep on the ground.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

A Pop up is nice... gets you off the ground and keeps you dry!

[@kevinaldridge4878]

Hey cool video and thanks for sharing the show , hey check out 1492 Coachworks from Okc ... they partners now with Newell coach ... check out their slides

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Kevin- those guys look like they produce a very nice RV. Love the Valid slides. That's what I want! hmmmm...wonder if I could change out my current slide-outs? 🤔😁

[@CryMeARiver63]

Really enjoyed watching your Tampa RV vlogs . That place is HUGE , lol . I would go broke in a place like that . Seeing all the vendors and different RV's i can see why y'all love going there . 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...no kidding. It's tough to resist sometimes. So many RV items that I don't need but must have! 🤣😎

[@melindaroberts4921]

Yet another great Tampa RV Show video. We were so happy to meet and chat with you. You were so nice and real people, 😃. Can’t wait to watch your next adventures. Rich, Melinda and Hazel

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Melinda, it was great talking with you guys the other day and such a small world. Hope your trip to Myrtle Beach goes well and maybe we'll see you guys on the road sometime. Say "hi' to Rich and Hazel for us. Appreciate your kind comments. And thanks for seeking us out at the show.

[@jannapeters8506]

I really enjoyed these RV show videos. What does BuJo stand for? Busy Joy?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks. BUJO = Bullet Journaling

[@WestsontheMove]

We had the same experience of being diverted from one gate to another and the guys at the “duck gate” were not helpful and rather rude. We ended up along the fence in the same section as you guys were parked along 301. That is how we learned about you guys and since started following you guys.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you. They've changed at the show about how RV'S can overnight. It was a little cumbersome but the staff was great and it worked out! Glad you made it!

[@scottmulrooney8483]

Hey guys, how are ya doing!?! You made a statement near the end of the video. "If we could afford it I'd get those valid slides on a Prevost shell" Does that mean you'd trade in the hdt/5th wheel life for Class A Diesel life? I'm asking because I just recently found your channel and I'm really enjoying it but more importantly this coming year I'm going to make the leap into the incredible Nomadic lifestyle. My biggest question I haven't answered yet is what class am I entering in at. Be safe and thanks in advance for considering my question and answering back.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Great question, Scott. I really like the slides on the Prevost. I'd keep our setup but get the slides! Lol. You have to decide on your "mission profile" to determine your type of RV. A Class A motorhome is the most accepted and easiest form of RV travel. An HDT towing a 5th wheel is on the other end of the spectrum. All have their pros and cons. Thanks for watching the channel. 😁

[@mhspear]

really enjoyed this, I am a Florida native and lived most of my life there, worked at the 301 truck stop and lived on Maple Lane. Best thing ever...you had an Alfa parked next to you. We have an Alfa and a Mack truck. Thank you for the walk thru the show..we enjoyed it very much.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Nice set up you have, Marell. We really enjoy the Tampa show and love the area in this part of Florida. Down at Punta Gorda and up to the Keenansville area is really nice wildlife area's. Thanks for watching and appreciate the comments. 😁

[@brianroth7852]

Sondra, Wow 27 acres to look at different rigs. My old knees won't take that. Do they have scooters, or little buggy's you can rent? I know when we went to ASDI in Las Vegas we where ten years younger and I was wiped out and it differently need to break each night. Safe travels and roads Brian and Cindy, "xtreambydesign with passion"

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

hey Brian & Cindy- they do rent scooters and we saw quite a few rolling around the Fairgrounds. It's a big show but a lot of fun. Sondra got her Journal decoration at the scooter booth. Thanks for the comments and watching the channel. 😁

[@skoffco]

We are wintering at The Resort At Canopy Oaks witch is 15 miles East of Lake Wales and drove to the show 2 days. It’s about 1:15 each way but very doable.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's really not too bad. If you time it right then traffic is moving but still the Tampa RV show only comes around once a year so we think it's worth it. It's always nice to get home every night. Hope you had a good time. Thanks for the comment.

[@kbVACArestatecarsnrvs]

That was a nice chat session about details no one else would have given us! I enjoy you two. Thanks again.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it, KB. We hoped it wasn't too "windy"...LOL. We have a tendency to expound on subjects that we're interested in. Hope you're doing well and you have a great week. Thanks for the comments.

[@my09ultra]

You guys rock - don’t know how much longer you will want to do the “mega crowd” events but thanks for doing this one and Quartsite!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

We're selective and only do the ones which interest us so who knows? Thanks for watching.

[@jennifersellers3026]

Asking , We are looking at a 48 foot Luxe rig with a Volvo tractor carrying a Jeep lengthwise on it??? What the length allowed on road ???

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey Jennifer, in most states the legal limit is 65 feet. RV's skirt a "grey" area but on STAA roads the legal limit does vary up to "unlimited" in some western states. Careful with getting your bed too long and your hitch too far behind your axles. Some have experienced an increased "tail waggle" on the trailer. If you double tow, it is allowed in most western states but be careful as you cross the Mississippi River since the states start to vary in their regulations. Florida doesn't allow double towing but lots of people get by. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.

[@milescoleman2487]

Really like your guys style of videos! I'm curious to what jobs you both retired from...?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hey Miles- We were corporate America type of white collar workers. I was in Logistics and Sondra was in worldwide sales with a EE degree. Always loved camping and our corporate transfers kept us on the move so it was easy to purge for fulltime RV living. We enjoy the freedom of the road, love travel days and discovering What's Next. Glad you're along on the journey. 😎

[@karenf1604]

Thank you for all the amazing content of the show. Wow, your videos are all fantastic. I agree with you, it was a great show and the staff does a great job. This is such a fun finale video! You two are a blast. David, the drone shots are so cool. Sondra, you had me at spreadsheet & journal…lol. So glad I had an opportunity to meet a you both. Looking forward to the next adventure. Hope our paths cross again. Your new BUJO buddy, Karen. 😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

You're timing is impeccable, Karen. Sondra is finishing her spread on the RV Show, right now! She's got you listed as her Bujo Buddy in her journal, so it's official! 😎😊 Hope our paths cross in the future. Really enjoyed our chat at the show. Thanks for coming by. Appreciate your comments, they are very sweet.

[@Al-ub7cg]

Thanks for the great content of your videos. We are starting our travels in an HTD and have learned so much from you guys. Missed you in Tampa, but hope to see you in person one day.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That would be great to meet on the road someday. We enjoy trading stories. LOL.

[@mrs.tinklebinkle8574]

If he had done such a great job I think it deserved a celebration at Whataburger. Wink wink even if it was a while ago. Sort of a delayed reward when you get a chance.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I do like your way of thinking! I believe I do have several credits built up from the great job I'm doing! 🤔😉🤣😆

[@kevinkeeling7880]

Hi guys Love your video's. I was wondering what braking system you have on the Jeep when towing and whether or not you like it?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Hi, Kevin and thanks for the comments. It's Blue Ox 6K lbs tow bar system. We like it and seems to do well. You can switch it on or off and it's adjustable. Easy to hook up. 🪝

[@smlink51]

This was my first time there, (didn’t get to see y’all) you can still use two day printed and only use it once and hand it to someone else to use the other QR code. As I was going out the gate Saturday , a guy asked me if I needed a ticket. He said he and his wife felt like they saw what they wanted and weren’t going back Sunday. So I got the tickets and I used one and gave the other away.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

That's true but in years past ALL the tickets were printed. With online sales, there are way fewer... but I like the online change overall. That's great you got some extra tickets and gave away the unused one. Nice.

[@innerspaceavailable]

What does the Tampa RV show consider a senior citizen? 55 and up? 62, 65?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I believe it is 55 years young. They're giving everyone the benefit of the doubt. LOL. Thanks for the comment. 😎

[@ronaldsova2380]

Nice people attract Nice people, enjoyed your video thanks !!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Ronald. It's good to treat people as you would appreciate being treated. We're all in this together so we might as well enjoy each other's company. Appreciate the comment.

[@billstoys8324]

You have nailed the production side of your videos. The audio is great and the content is awesome.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thank you but there is always room for improvement! It's fun to look at things a little differently and experience a variety of activities. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 😃

[@thomasbumgardner6970]

Any idea when they up the campground to start taking reservations?

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I don't know but if you call the Florida State Fairgrounds they will be able to let you know. Thanks for the comment. 😎

[@gmv0553]

The cost of the Tampa show stopped me from attending anymore!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

It is getting more expensive for sure, GV. It kind of caught us by surprise this year. Thanks for the comments. 😊

[@yrtracingteam106]

Hi there, nice truck you guys have. 👍🏼 If i may ask, how do you get that little car of the truck? Thanks in advance

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

This latest video around the 6 min mark has a good view of it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ip6Qkqh9mtSYnZY

[@yrtracingteam106]

@@bigtruckbigtravels thats how I imagined. Great to see. Thanks for the reply. 👍🏼

[@AventurasViajesDrones]

Excellent video, congratulations and a good trip 👍👍👍

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate your comment and viewing it. 😎

[@mike_adams]

Just joined y’all’s channel and wondering if any of your episodes showcase y’all’s coach being constructed or a walkthrough? Nice rig guys!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

No formal tour yet, Mike. The Christmas Tour (link below) was a quickie and will give you an idea of our home space. But we have plans for a better, narrated and slightly more detailed tour of our rig in the very near future. Thanks for the comment. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKvVaKRtpLNqsLc

[@mike_adams]

@@bigtruckbigtravels .. binge watching phase has began ..

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

@mike_adams lol... that's funny. Thanks for watching the channel. Glad you're along with us for the journey.

[@careytaylor1181]

Safe Travels Were Every Ualls Go.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Carey. Going to be in Florida until the weather starts to warm nort of Interstate 10! LOL. Appreciate your comment. 😁

[@bigtom3422]

Steps steps steps = BORING

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

😆 just trying to tell the story... sorry you don't like it. Thanks for trying.

[@lindawalker404]

You too are teenagers good for you.😊

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Lol, Linda, sometimes we definitely feel like it! I guess RV travel really agrees with us and it shows. Thank you for the comments. Glad you're along on the journey. 😊

[@mgarcia311]

Awwwww I see me @mario

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Oh yeah...we enjoyed meeting everyone...it was very cool. 😊and very unexpected. Thank you for coming up.

[@20oxford]

Some times rest is a must. But you two are a live wire. Really love watching you both. Another great blog. X

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks...I think they'll be time for rest next month! LOL. Appreciate your comments, as always. Don't lose any more Maltesers and we'll all be able to rest! 🤣

[@20oxford]

@@bigtruckbigtravels lol

[@piushorning4869]

Walter's gate , sounds like a bucket of steam or left handed wrench. I guess they were trying to keep you circling until you ran out of fuel and that's your camping spot

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...I think they weren't sure themselves and just called it anything they could think of at the time. It was like "where's waldo" in real life...in a big truck!

[@dougnoonan5663]

You two really have the gift of conversation. I just love it. Reminds me of my wife and I.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Sometimes it's a gift...sometimes it's a curse. LOL. Depends on the situation. But thank you very much. You guys have a good relationship with the communication. Appreciate your time watching the channel.

[@chasp044]

Great job you guys! We enjoyed the rv show production! Thanks! Safe travels!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks Charlie. Any pointers from a pro? Glad you enjoyed it. Stay warm up there in SC. Aloha

[@KeenanModica]

I've been thoroughly enjoying this Tampa RV Show series... especially the facts at 14:10 and the pictures of the new friends you've met.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

LOL...thanks. Hope you're doing well. We had to have a little fun with it. Meeting everyone was definitely cool...and extremely unexpected. Thanks for the comment...as always. 😎

[@OZ-ij3os]

Hey guys thank you for the tour of the show. David you nailed it vids every day? "who does that?" you guys are awesome, get some rest looking foward to the next adventure.Say safe!

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

I know, right? I'm crazy...but it was fun to do and see if I could do it. It also gave us a different take on the RV show which was refreshing on a personal level. Thanks for recognizing the effort. 🤙😁😊 Appreciate your time watching the channel.

[@badgerpa9]

I learned years ago people really hate it when things stay the same and get boring, also they hate when you change anything because it was easier and you should have left it the same. Stay safe and healthy guys.

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Thanks for the comments. 😃 Overall, we liked the changes, it was just a matter of us adjusting. The fact that we didn't know all the changes until we got there and asked questions also added to it. Appreciate your time watching the channel. 💫

[@badgerpa9]

@@bigtruckbigtravels I did IT, Training and Project Management and got used to people and big change, so I get a kick out of it when things change and people reactions, yours where calm some people flip out. .

[@deanwoodard4830]

Another great show You guys are good at this rving and filming Mabe a new career Just head to LA

[@bigtruckbigtravels]

Gee Thanks, Dean. Trying to get rid of us? LA is a little too busy for my taste! Appreciate your comments and watching the channel. 😎