In this episode of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life, Stan reflects on the two essential members of his traveling family: Bertie Bea, his 36-foot Tiffin Allegro Open Road 34PA, and Rosie, his dependable Chevrolet Equinox. A recent repair story brought attention to one rig — and made him realize how much the other deserved recognition, too.

Stan shares how each vehicle shapes his life on the road, from long-haul comfort to small-town maneuvering, from mountain passes to grocery runs. Along the way, he talks about the deeper truth of RV life: the rigs and gear we depend on become part of our story — trusted companions who carry us through every mile, memory, and mishap.

Join him for a heartfelt look at life behind the wheel, what these two rigs mean to the Wandering Gypsy RV Life, and a quick preview of his upcoming trip to the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas.

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After a surprise sideswipe at Ocean Lakes Family Campground left Bertie Bea with a few unwanted “beauty marks,” I headed straight to the RV repair capital of the Tiffin world—Red Bay, Alabama, and Belmont, Mississippi. What I found (as always) was an incredible community of small, specialized cottage shops dedicated to keeping Class A motorhomes rolling smooth.

In this episode of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, I walk through my three-day repair adventure at Ricky McGee’s Pro Finishes and highlight the talented artisans who make Red Bay a pilgrimage site for Tiffin owners.

We cover the whole ecosystem, including:

• Ricky McGee’s Pro Finishes – expert paint, bodywork, and factory-quality finishes

• Fowler Detailing – deep cleaning, oxidation removal, and that show-stopping shine

• Bunkhouse RV Conversions – custom cabinetry, bunks, and interior transformations

• Precision RV – the slide-out whisperers & roof strip-and-reseal perfectionists

• Brewer Electronics – wiring, audio/video, cameras, satellites & electrical diagnostics

• The Tiffin Service Center – the mothership for major structural and factory repairs

These small-town shops aren’t just businesses—they’re the heartbeat of the Tiffin community. Former Tiffin employees, family-run operations, and master artisans who treat your rig like their own. If you’re a Tiffin owner, this episode is your guide to the Red Bay–Belmont repair and upgrade world.

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In this episode of the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, I’m coming to you from Bertie Bea at the Davie/Fort Lauderdale KOA Holiday during the PRCA Southeastern Circuit Finals. My guest is my good friend Doug Simcox, host of Beyond the Chutes and the driver of the well-traveled BTC bus.

Doug just wrapped up a Texas rodeo swing, visiting PBR World Champion Daylon Swearingen, Glen Bird, Ronnie Williams, Wild West Ward, and Kelly Clark. Along the way, he collected unforgettable rodeo stories—and a few breakdowns that turned into teachable moments for every RVer and horse hauler.

We talk about:

• Dumping in Lucas fuel treatment after a sketchy fuel stop—and discovering the truck has never run better

• My own MPG jump in Bertie Bea using Star Tron Enzyme Fuel Treatment

• A broken belt tensioner at an Arkansas rest area and a Tractor Supply “MacGyver” fix

• A red-hot wheel bearing caught just in time at a Little Rock truck stop

• How rest-area three-card Monte scams target travelers

• Why annual maintenance, inspections, and a good RV GPS matter more than ever

• Real-life RV hazards: shredded truck-tire alligators, roadside debris, and a costly awning scrape at Ocean Lakes

We connect all of this back to the Rolling Smooth series—from maintenance tips to the stories that fill From Breakdowns to Belly Laughs. Doug also shares why preserving rodeo history matters and previews new episodes coming from his Texas run and recent rodeo reunions.

If you love RV life, rodeo stories, and lessons learned the hard way, this episode is right up your alley.

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