In this episode, a candid conversation with Ben Hirsch, COO of Campers Inn RV, about RV industry overstocking driven by the “bullwhip effect,” how volatile pricing can hurt trade-in values, and how inconsistent production schedules and frequent floorplan changes can impact build quality, and the challenge of balancing affordability with quality. Plus, Starlink updates, including a new dish, simplified US/Canada residency rules, and a new one-month international limit affecting Mexico.

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00:00 Intro 01:33 Starlink Updates 06:30 Mile Markers Plug 08:40 Sponsor Break 10:13 Ben Hirsch Interview 45:33 Tank Check 45:59 Weather Impacts Camping 47:34 Pause Trailer in Death Valley 53:07 Board Game Price Shock 01:04:46 Handheld Fan 01:07:05 Episode Wrap