Wandering Gypsy RV Life

Wandering Gypsy RV Life

di Stan Cromlish
Tempo liberoVIaggi e luoghi
Stagione 2
Why I Keep Building Wandering Gypsy RV Life
In this episode, Stan Cromlish steps back from the usual RV systems, safety products, trip planning, and campground lessons to talk about the real reason Wandering Gypsy RV Life exists. After hearing his own words from past conversations, including a February interview with Doug Simcox of Beyond the Chutes, Stan is reminded of the mission behind the books, videos, seminars, and podcast: “I just want people educated and safe.” From buying Bessie in 2020 to learning expensive RV lessons, writing the Rolling Smooth RV book series, and building the Rolling Smooth Mindset, this episode looks at how one RV journey became something bigger than chasing the next horizon. This is an episode about purpose, safety, mistakes, mindset, and why the hard parts of RV life are worth talking about. Find more at wanderinggypsyrvlife.com TechnoRV affiliate link: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 Beyond the Chutes: https://beyondthechutes.show Rolling Smooth RV book series: https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth Support the Journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife
S2 · E25
20 giu 2026
18:20
The $308 Safety Decision: When Wyoming Wind Gets a Vote
Blue sky, sunshine, and a beautiful-looking travel day can be deceiving when you’re driving a 24,000-pound Class A motorhome across open Wyoming prairie. In this episode of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, Stan shares the real story behind a travel decision that cost $308 but may have saved Bertie Bea, Rosie, and everyone around them from a much bigger problem. Parked at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs, Wyoming, Bertie Bea was rocking in a 37-mile-per-hour headwind while sitting still, with gusts later climbing over 45 miles per hour. The slide toppers were billowing, the wind was fighting the door, and what looked like a sunny travel day quickly became a Rolling Smooth reminder: do not judge an RV travel day by how pretty it looks. Judge it by what it will do to your rig. Stan talks through the decision to stay put rather than drive 125 miles to Coalville, Utah, even though the campground reservation was already paid for and non-refundable. He shares why money can whisper bad advice, how safety should overrule the itinerary, and why sometimes the return on a safety investment is measured by what did not happen. This episode also includes a brief quoted excerpt from “Why Do All the Trees Lean in Wyoming?” by the late cowboy poet Baxter Black. The poem is copyrighted by its respective rights holder and is referenced here for commentary on Wyoming wind and RV travel decision-making. In this episode: • Why blue-sky wind days can fool RVers • How wind affects a large Class A motorhome differently than a car or pickup • Why non-refundable reservations should not make safety decisions • The Rolling Smooth Mindset for travel-day judgment • Why sometimes the smartest travel day is a no-travel day Links: Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Rolling Smooth RV Book Series: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com/rollingsmooth TechnoRV: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 Beyond the Chutes: https://beyondthechutes.show
S2 · E24
13 giu 2026
22:58
New RVers, Seasoned Lessons, and the Road to North Sterling
This week on the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, Stan records hands-free while rolling down the road toward North Sterling State Park in Colorado, with a little Garmin GPS commentary along for the ride. In this episode, Stan talks about the difference between being a new RVer and becoming a more seasoned RVer. From learning the difference between 50-amp and 30-amp power to understanding inverters, converters, tanks, water connections, tow cars, and the never-ending movement of a house on wheels, this episode is all about learning your rig one mile at a time. Stan also shares why he started small with Bessie, his first 25-foot Class C motorhome, how Bertha came next, and why Rosie, his 2018 Chevrolet Equinox tow car, eventually became part of the journey. A grocery run in Cody, Wyoming, helped teach one of those classic RV lessons: once the rig is parked, you still need a way to get around. The road to North Sterling adds the perfect backdrop as Stan talks about dirt roads, standing water, gumbo mud, checking Rosie in the turns, and slowing down when the road starts teaching. If you’re a new RVer, this episode is for you. If you’re a seasoned RVer, you’ll probably recognize a few lessons you learned the hard way too. Thanks for riding along on the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast.
S2 · E23
6 giu 2026
16:56
Reflecting on Six Years of RV Life | Friends, Faith, Failure & Dreams
Six years ago, I pointed a little 25-foot Class C motorhome named Bessie west and headed out with more enthusiasm than experience. I had no idea how much that decision would change my life. As I drive Bertie Bea from Douglas to Cheyenne, Wyoming, I reflect on the lessons learned from six years on the road. Some came from friendships, some came from failures, and some came from the miles between destinations. In this episode, I share stories about: • Starting the RV journey in 2020 with Bessie • The friendships that have shaped my life • Why mistakes and setbacks often become our greatest teachers • Lessons learned from roof leaks, repairs, and RV ownership • Fishing the Bighorn River with Rowdy and Brian • The Rolling Smooth mindset and how it was developed • Faith, gratitude, and the people who helped along the way • Chasing dreams, embracing failure, and continuing forward This isn't a technical RV episode. It's a windshield conversation about life, reflection, and what six years of RV travel have taught me about resilience, friendship, faith, and purpose. If you've ever wondered whether it's too late to chase a dream, start a new chapter, or take a chance on something you've always wanted to do, this episode is for you. Resources & Links 🌐 Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com 📚 Rolling Smooth RV Book Series: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com/rollingsmooth 🤠 Cowboys & Cowgirls Rolling Smooth: https://beyondthechutes.show 📶 TechnoRV: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 ☕ Support the Journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife Until next time, keep your rig rolling smooth, keep your coffee hot, and remember: sometimes the best repair isn't the one that fixes your RV. It's the one that quiets your mind.
S2 · E22
30 mag 2026
16:05
The Camper Every Great Rodeo Cowboy Had: Capri Camper with Pete & Tyson D’Acosta
In this episode of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, Stan sits down with Pete and Tyson D’Acosta of Capri Campers for a conversation about one of the most recognizable truck camper brands in the rodeo world. The episode opens with Tilden Hooper sharing what Capri Campers meant to him growing up around rodeo, and why getting his own Capri felt like a sign that he had made it. Pete and Tyson share how they came to own Capri Campers, the company’s roots going back to 1969, and how they have worked to preserve the classic look, Western feel, and simple road-tested design that made Capri a trusted name among cowboys, cowgirls, and Western travelers. They also talk about the difference between the cabover and non-cabover models, why rodeo contestants value sleeping space and showers, what systems are available in the campers, and why Capri has intentionally kept things simple by avoiding unnecessary complexity. This conversation covers rodeo travel, truck campers, RV systems, 30-amp power, solar, generators, freshwater tanks, portable toilets, customer stories, the Yellowstone connection, and why simplicity can be one of the most valuable features on the road. Learn more about Capri Campers at: https://capricamper.com Visit Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Check out the Rolling Smooth RV Book Series: https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth For RV gear that helps you adventure more and worry less, visit TechnoRV through Stan’s affiliate link: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 Listen to Beyond the Chutes: https://beyondthechutes.show Support the journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife
S2 · E21
23 mag 2026
38:16
Solo RV Travel, Safety, and Finding Your RV Family with Meagan Butler of the FRVA
In this episode of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, Stan visits with Meagan Butler, Marketing Manager for Family RV Association, for a real-world conversation about solo RV travel, safety, confidence, long travel days, campground instincts, and the RV community. Meagan shares stories from her own RV journey, including solo travel with teardrop campers, an Airstream Basecamp, and a Winnebago Solis van. She and Stan talk about the difference between towing and driving, why travel days can wear you down, the value of trusting your gut, and why every RVer has to build a travel style that fits their own life. They also discuss Family RV Association rallies, first-timer experiences, RV education, community, roadside assistance, medical and travel assist benefits, and why the word “family” in FRVA really does apply to every kind of RVer. Whether you are a solo traveler, a weekend camper, a full-time RVer, or someone still thinking about getting started, this episode is full of practical encouragement and road-tested wisdom. Learn more at https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Check out the Rolling Smooth RV Book Series: https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth TechnoRV affiliate link: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 Beyond the Chutes: https://beyondthechutes.show Support Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife #RVLife #SoloRVTravel #FRVA #FamilyRVAssociation #WanderingGypsyRVLife #RollingSmooth #RVPodcast #RVSafety #RVCommunity
S2 · E20
16 mag 2026
45:23
Rodeo Road RV Life with Tilden Hooper | Capri Campers, Blowouts & Rolling Smooth
10-time NFR qualifier and 2-time The American champion Tilden Hooper joins me for a conversation straight from the rodeo road. We talk Capri Campers, Cowboy Christmas routing, family travel, campgrounds, tire blowouts, bent axles, TPMS systems, tools, faith, and the mindset it takes to stay steady when life and the road throw you sideways. Tilden shares stories from years of traveling rodeo country, hauling his family in a travel trailer, running hard between rodeos, and learning RV lessons the expensive way. From sketchy small planes and all-night drives to campground life and roadside repairs, this episode rides right down the centerline between rodeo life and RV life. We also talk about the new Cowboys and Cowgirls Rolling Smooth series with Doug Simcox from Beyond the Chutes, where rodeo travel, RV systems, resilience, and real-world problem solving all come together. And somehow… this marks Episode 50 of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast. Appreciate every single person who’s ridden along on this journey so far. 🔗 Links: Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Rolling Smooth RV Book Series: https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth TechnoRV: https://technorv.com?Click=12127 Beyond the Chutes: https://beyondthechutes.show #WanderingGypsyRVLife #RollingSmooth #RodeoRoad #TildenHooper #CapriCampers #RVLife #FullTimeRV #CowboysAndCowgirlsRollingSmooth #BeyondTheChutes #PRCA #Rodeo #RVTravel #CowboyLife #RVPodcast #BarebackRiding
S2 · E19
9 mag 2026
33:30
Behind the Scenes with Doug Simcox (Part 2): AI, Podcasting, Rodeo Stories & Keeping Your Voice
This episode is a continuation of last week’s conversation with Doug Simcox of Beyond the Chutes. We had so much great behind-the-scenes content from that recording that it deserved its own episode. So this week, we’re pulling back the curtain on podcasting, storytelling, AI tools, editing, audio quality, and the work that goes into preserving real voices. Stan and Doug talk about where AI helps, where they draw the line, and why the story still belongs to the person who lived it. They also dig into long-form podcasting, rodeo history, Doug’s work with Beyond the Chutes, and the crossover between RV life, rodeo travel, living quarters horse trailers, toterhomes, and life on the road. This episode also introduces the upcoming Cowboys & Cowgirls Rolling Smooth series, coming to Beyond the Chutes—built for the rodeo road with real stories, real problems, and real solutions. Find Doug and Beyond the Chutes at: https://beyondthechutes.show More from Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com Rolling Smooth RV Book Series: https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth TechnoRV affiliate link: https://technorv.com?Click=12127
S2 · E18
2 mag 2026
35:34
Behind the Scenes of Podcasting on the Road | Gear, Editing & Real Challenges
This episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to produce a podcast while living life on the road. Recorded at Kick Back Ranch & Event Center in Ramer, Alabama, Stan Cromlish sits down with Doug Simcox of Beyond the Chutes for an honest, unfiltered conversation about the work most people never see. From recording setups and audio challenges to editing workflows and the realities of adding video, this is a true behind-the-scenes look at podcasting in motion. They also dive into: The real editing workflow using tools like Descript and Audacity Managing multiple microphones and sound levels The challenges of recording inside an RV Storage, backups, and handling video files on the road Why short-form content matters (and how it actually works) Sponsorships, integrity, and staying true to your voice This episode also introduces a new collaboration: Cowboys and Cowgirls Rolling Smooth — a crossover series blending rodeo travel and RV life through shared systems, lessons, and real-world experience. 🔗 Resources & Links 🌐 Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com 📚 Rolling Smooth Book Series: https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth 🛠 TechnoRV (affiliate): https://technorv.com?Click=12127 🎙 Beyond the Chutes: https://beyondthechutes.show ☕ Final Thought Sometimes the most important work isn’t what people see… It’s what happens behind the scenes to keep everything rolling smooth. #RVLife #Podcasting #BehindTheScenes #WanderingGypsyRVLife #RollingSmooth #ContentCreation #VanLife #RodeoLife #YouTubePodcast #DigitalNomad
S2 · E17
25 apr 2026
35:38
The Rolling Smooth Mindset: Handling RV Problems Without Losing Your Head
After covering miles from the FRVA International Convention in Perry, Georgia, to the American East Regionals Rodeo in Lexington, Kentucky, one thing kept showing up over and over again… The Rolling Smooth Mindset works. In this episode of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, I’m talking about what that really means when things don’t go according to plan. Not the polished version… the real one. From dealing with a roof leak that wouldn’t leave my mind alone, to conversations around the arena with Doug Simcox of Beyond the Chutes, and insights from riders like Dawson Hay and Jayden Roy. This episode connects the dots between RV life, rodeo travel, and the way we handle problems when they show up uninvited. Because sometimes the plan falls apart. Sometimes something breaks. And sometimes you do everything right… and it still goes wrong. So what do you do then? This isn’t about avoiding problems or pretending everything is fine. It’s about slowing down, evaluating what’s actually happening, determining your course, and resolving or mitigating the situation without letting panic take over. That’s the Rolling Smooth Mindset. Not perfect. Not flashy. But steady. And when you’re steady… You can solve just about anything the road throws at you. 👉 Learn more about the Rolling Smooth RV Book Series: https://bit.ly/rollingsmooth 👉 More from Wandering Gypsy RV Life: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com 👉 Gear that helps you stay connected on the road (TechnoRV): https://technorv.com?Click=12127 👉 Beyond the Chutes Podcast: https://beyondthechutes.show Wandering Gypsy RV Life is about the real RV lifestyle — the miles, the lessons, the breakdowns, and the stories that make this life worth living.
S2 · E16
18 apr 2026
15:20
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