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Top 5 Trailer Brake Controllers For Campers & RVs 2022

February 25, 2022December 14, 2021 by Jenni
SUV towing a heavy travel trailer with a trailer brake controller installed inside

Most RVs like travel trailers and 5th-wheels are required to have electric brakes. That means you are going to need a trailer brake controller to use them.

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The RV Guide To 5th-Wheel vs Gooseneck Campers & Hitches

February 24, 2022November 11, 2021 by Jenni
truck towing a 5th-wheel with a kingpin hitch not a gooseneck

While 5th-wheel and gooseneck trailers look similar, they are actually very different. Here’s what you need to know about gooseneck campers & adapters.

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Best 5th Wheel Hitches (Reese, B&W, Curt, Andersen, Blue Ox)

February 24, 2022June 16, 2021 by Jesse
truck hitched to a 5th wheel RV

In this article, we review the best 5th wheel hitches & brands like B&W, Reese, Blue Ox, Curt, & Husky. Each has pros & cons, find out which is right for you.

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RV Truck & Trailer Towing Capacity – How Much Can I Tow?

February 24, 2022June 15, 2021 by Jenni
Truck towing a travel trailer in a pull out

As RVs, trucks, & trailers get bigger every year it’s more important than ever to find your truck’s true towing capacity to keep you & others safe on the road.

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Best Auxiliary Braking Systems That Follow Flat Towing Laws

February 24, 2022June 15, 2021 by Jenni
RV using an auxiliary supplimental braking system to flat tow a car

Most of the USA & Canada have flat tow laws that require a supplemental or auxiliary braking system for the vehicle you are towing. Here are the best options.

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The 5 Things You Must Do When A Trailer Starts To Sway

February 24, 2022May 24, 2021 by Jesse
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Trailer sway can happen at any time when towing a bumper pull trailer. Here are the 5 things you should do when your trailer starts to sway while driving.

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Difference Between Weight Distribution & Sway Control

February 24, 2022May 6, 2021 by Jesse
Truck and travel trailer using a weight distribution hitch with sway control

Weight distribution and sway control are important when it comes to towing a bumper pull trailer safely. Here’s everything you need to know about them.

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Best Weight Distribution Hitches With Sway Control 2022

February 24, 2022May 4, 2021 by Jesse
Travel trailer being towed with a weight distribution hitch with sway control

A Weight Distribution Hitch (WDH) with anti sway/sway control will distribute your load and prevent sway when towing a trailer/camper. Let’s review the best.

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Best RV Tow Bars +Which One Do You Need & What Brand Is Best

February 25, 2022November 25, 2020 by Jenni
best-rv-tow-bar-flat-tow

Flat towing is one of the best ways to bring a car wherever your RV takes you. This guide is here to help you find the best tow bar for your flat towing needs.

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Towing Cars Behind RVs – The Flat Towing Guide

February 25, 2022November 25, 2020 by Jenni
flat-tow-behind-rv-guide

Flat towing also known as dingy or four wheel towing is a common way to tow a car behind an RV. But there are a few things you need to know before you start.

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Welcome to The Camping Nerd. We’re Jenni and Jesse. We travel full time in our RV and write about what we learn and share our experiences. This is also where we share our favorite RV and camping-related gear and accessories. Thank you for stopping by.

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