While you are looking at RV trailers for sale, give some thought to how you can turn it into a complete minimalist living facility. Depending on how much gear you consider to be absolutely necessary, the size of your RV can range from small and portable to a home away from home on wheels. Large or small, these tips for minimalist RV living will save you frustration, time and effort when your excursion gets underway.
RV Servicing Saves Time and Money
Regardless of what you purchase, you will be limited in the number and type of spare parts you can take along on a minimalist RV adventure. The better idea is to have your RV fully serviced before your journey begins by authorized RV dealers. Professional maintenance checkups can find small problems that turn into a big deal in the middle of nowhere. Keeping your RV well maintained, you’ll be able to drive easier knowing that fluids and equipment is all in great condition.
Emergency Equipment
Whether you buy a new or used RV trailer for sale, the items you would need in an emergency are your first priority and often the last thing that gets packed to keep them close at hand. Tools, roadside reflectors, a reflective vest, and a first aid kit are the basics, but every minimalist RVer creates their own most-needed list.
Essentials First
The minimalist lifestyle means paring down your possessions. It is a difficult process and may require sorting into groups and then resorting multiple times. With a limited amount of space, the more items you have that are capable of filling multiple tasks, the better you will do. You will still want some luxury items like a DVD player and microwave, but keep your wants balanced with your needs.
Organization Matters
The best way to pack as much as you can into a minimalist space is to make diagrams of all storage locations in the RV. By assigning a place to everything and using bins to group similar items you can still carry everything you need along, and a notebook with diagrams or lists will help you find it quickly.
Stocking Up
Be sure to stock up on non-perishable goods that can be stored in bins or cabinets. Fresh meats in the fridge is a great idea, but long periods on the road require you to conserve power, and stock foods with a long shelf life. Be sure to include non-food items as well, such as batteries, paper towels, and toilet paper approved for your RV toilet.
Whether you are looking at RV trailers for sale to use on weekend getaways or you want to transition to a mobile life on the road, Nohr’s RV Center in Tracy can help you choose the right RV for you!
