TIGHT SQUEEZE at Custer State Park | Rained out AGAIN | Full-time RV

We made it! 🎉🎉🎉
South Dakota is a state that we hadn't explored together and we were really excited to spend 2 nights in the Black Hills, just outside of Custer, South Dakota. But as most of the trip has gone up to this point.....our stay didn't go exactly as planned. We made the best of it, but we also learned what we would and wouldn't do when we get to go back.
Here are some tips for your trip! 🔻🔻🔻
-Try to spend more than just two nights. We were excited to spend a full day in one spot but we quickly learned just how much the Black Hills have to offer - way too much for just one day!
-Prepare for the weather ⛈ We forgot how erratic the weather can be at higher elevations - and got rained out of most of our plans as a result. Definitely plan both indoor and outdoor activities. There is an incredible amount of hiking to do outside, and we could have spent hours in the shops in downtown Custer.
-If possible, book in advance 📆 We needed full hookups for this leg of the trip but didn't know when we'd be there very far in advance. Even though there are tons of RV parks in the area, we struggled to find a spot for two nights.
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[@lifererouted]

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[@nomadictrekrv]

We use the Zero-G hose. They do make a "Pro" version that is 75ft and a little more heavy duty. We got ours at Tractor Supply.

[@lifererouted]

We're getting a lot of people saying they're the best, we are going to have to check it out! Thanks so much!

[@FrozenTundra1365]

Our Golden is deathly afraid of thunderstorms as well. You have to keep the pups happy so what can you do.

[@lifererouted]

Awe, isn't it a shame?! We usually give her some treats to help relax her. We try to keep her happy!

[@timmobley6907]

I like Zero G hoses. I have two, one for water and one to rinse black tank. Blue for water and grey for rinsing.

[@lifererouted]

That's what a lot of people have been saying, it's probably time to upgrade! Thanks for commenting, Tim!

[@NickandRachel]

Awesome!

[@lifererouted]

Thank you guys!

[@NickandRachel]

@@lifererouted no problem! We really enjoy making outdoor content also

[@lifererouted]

Cool we'll have to check you guys out!

[@bhclark6128]

I’ll be heading out there next week. Thanks for another great video.

[@lifererouted]

It's an awesome area! Hope you enjoy it!

[@countrybound4218]

Zero G is the bomb!

[@lifererouted]

That seems to be the best one! Thank you!

[@OurCrazyRV]

We use a solid blue Camco hose, however, our secret is that they are fitted with quick connects so we never have to screw them on and off all the time. We also have them stored in a bin for travel, not sure if that helps or not, but it has worked well for us for 4 years now. Love the badlands and really want to go back to that area.

[@lifererouted]

Oh really? I haven't seen the quick connects for them I guess. That sounds awesome!

[@OurCrazyRV]

@@lifererouted we used standard quick connects. So nothing fancy.

[@lifererouted]

@@OurCrazyRV good to know! Thank you!

[@jeanettesnyder3799]

One of the most beautiful areas in the USA in my opinion!

[@lifererouted]

It's definitely gorgeous!

[@dangolden5696]

Love the video!!

[@lifererouted]

Thank you so much, Dan!

[@BrokenDreamsReborn]

Y'all are like the second people we have seen go through that tunnel! So scary! We have had issues with our Zero G hoses. We hope to explore South Dakota next year! ~ Shion and Matthew

[@lifererouted]

Hey guys! It was definitely a little nerve racking 😳 but definitely worth it! Really? What have you had issues with them? We're getting a lot of people saying they're the best

[@BrokenDreamsReborn]

@@lifererouted We had 3 Zero G hoses. The only one we still have is the gray one, which was 50 feet. The first blue one, which was 25 feet never stopped leaking and they refused to replace it because we did not buy it from an authorized dealer and these things are hard to find. The second blue one, which was also 25 feet got punctured the first month. Hope that helps! :-)

[@lifererouted]

Oof! That's very unfortunate. Thanks for letting us know!

[@marktaylor3428]

Blue Zero G is marine/water rated. Best hose we use.

[@lifererouted]

We hadn't heard of those until recently - they look great! Thanks so much!

[@lnazworth]

I like the Zero-G hoses. Just make sure you extend it, pressurize it, then coil it up. That will prevent kinds. Flexzilla hoses are also well made.

[@lifererouted]

Ooo nice! I haven't heard of the Flexzilla ones, I'll have to check them out!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

We just bought one of those hoses 🤣. I love that you manifested rain! At least you got cinnamon rolls out of it - that’s sounds worth it to me! My last dog was so scared of storms too- always broke my heart! Great vlog guys! ❤️💕

[@lifererouted]

Really? Have you guys had good luck with the hose? Yes, poor Khali hates storms. It's always hard when it rains and stuff 😩

[@donalddfd3105]

Love your videos keep up the great work

[@lifererouted]

Thank you so much!!

[@doral98]

I cut the end off of mine and got a repair fitting

[@lifererouted]

That's a good idea, then you don't have to replace the whole thing! Thanks, Mike!

[@JarheadAndGingersJourney]

No way we could do that tunnel in our F450’dually. It would be a great motorcycle trip though.

[@lifererouted]

Oh goodness - our truck made us nervous enough, don't think I'd even try anything bigger! We did see several motorcycles and kept saying that would probably be really fun 😊

[@ConsidertheWonders]

Tow mode activated! Best RV hose?!? What about those no kink ones? Any luck with them? Red carpet parades just bc y’all rolled through town; that’s swanky 🤣😂. Those tunnels were too close for this F250 family..and who doesn’t love a good cinnamon roll! FWIW our daughter hates storms too..to the point that she heard this video playing and perked up and said “is it about to rain here?!?”. The struggle is real 😵‍💫

[@lifererouted]

I've been looking into those no kink ones, they're just a little expensive 😆 it was SO nice of those towns people to throw us a parade, although we would've preferred beer trucks instead of fire trucks 🤷‍♂️ the tunnels were a big puckering, I had to fold in my shoulders just in case 🤣

[@dennysisk6260]

Thanks for sharing those tunnels look narrow, not good for tow mirrors.

[@lifererouted]

Definitely not good for tow mirrors! Good thing we were able to fold ours in 😁

[@missouritravelers]

I want to visit one day

[@lifererouted]

It's definitely worth the visit! Thanks so much for watching!

[@Brigand231]

"If you don't bring as many snacks... you'll have less to unload." I hear a lot of folks swear by their "Zero G" hoses if you haven't already tried that. We have to be careful with accepting treats from "strangers" as our guy has a chicken allergy. He seems ot like dragging me out in the rain, though. I like making wraps too. We used to have a nice little electric sandwich grill I would toss sandwich wraps on to melt the cheese and grill the tortilla a little. What are your impressions of the "Easy Bake" oven they use in the Imagines? I've heard a lot of complaints about them. Fun video as usual, thanks for sharing!

[@lifererouted]

😂 That's what a lot of people have been saying, it's probably time to upgrade! We've had good luck with our stove, actually. It gets the job done, but I wouldn't want it if I used it every day. It would probably get old. Thanks as always for watching!

[@thangtvmientay8393]

Đẹp quá bạn ơi

[@lifererouted]

Cảm ơn nhiều!

[@CellasChariot]

Scare Steph one more time thinking she's left behind...achievement unlocked LOL Just remember Mike...Steph will get you back at some point...patience is a virtue LMAO xoxo Michelle & Sugar

[@lifererouted]

She may actually get upset one of these days 🤣 Great to hear from you guys! ❤

[@coastalroamer2024]

Holy Cow....I thought you were pulling the RV in those narrow openings!!! Stay safe fellow Hoosiers!

[@lifererouted]

Hey! Great to hear from you! Oof we were nervous enough taking the truck through 😅 thanks so much, we're excited to get back to the Hoosier state!

[@anthonyguess5528]

What heated hose was that?

[@lifererouted]

I believe it's this one here amzn.to/2WMRU5d Comes in handy for below freezing temps. Thanks for watching!

[@debbresnahan321]

Milkbone? Ugh. I guess it’s the thought that counts.

[@lifererouted]

🤣🤣🤣

[@billbehrens4487]

What size truck you pull with?

[@lifererouted]

We have a Dodge Ecodiesel 1500!

[@1bakerblue]

What is your fuel mileage when you're pulling...?

[@lifererouted]

This is one of the reasons we love our Ecodiesel - we get about 10-12 mpg towing. But it is our daily driver and with Steph's work we're typically in one spot for about 3 months. Not towing we average 22-26 mpg 😃

[@shirleygray2014]

Camco hoses suck!

[@lifererouted]

We agree! Haven't had much luck with them at all over the years