theruggednerd.com
One family, one truck, and a trailer named Dorey. Join us as we make our way around the country, sharing tips, tricks, and reviews on all the gear and tech we use to keep our adventures running smoothly.
// meet the crew
I'm The Rugged Nerd โ an entrepreneur and tech enthusiast who occassionally swaps the office for open roads. Together with my amazing wife, our three wild kids, and our two loyal dogs, we load up our trusty truck Blue and our 25-foot travel trailer Dorey to explore everything from mountain switchbacks to coastal hideaways.
This site is our field manual: real trip reports, hard-won RV tips, honest gear reviews, and all the downloads you need to make your own adventures less chaotic and more legendary.
// what you'll find here
Trip reports, campground reviews, RV tips, gear breakdowns, and everything in between.
Explore postsFree downloads: packing checklists, maintenance logs, pre-departure checklists, travel logs, and SPREADSHEETS.๐ค
Get downloadsA growing library of our adventures โ captivating sunrises and sunsets, breathtaking mountain views, and meaningful moments.
View gallery// latest dispatches
A day at Ha Ha Tonka with castle ruins, family trail moments, and drone footage coming soon.
Read more โA practical breakdown of Class A, B, C, fifth wheels, and travel trailers for new RV families.
Read more โDo your homework, shop in the off-season, compare nationwide prices, and negotiate with real listings to get the right RV at the right price.
Read more โA classic stop in Osceola, Missouri โ familiar cheese billboard country and a solid family reset point.
Read more โCamping at Ozark View RV Park in Omaha, Arkansas, with quick access to Pedestal Rocks, Magazine Mountain, and hidden falls.
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