Top 8 Things You Need For a Road Trip: From a Truck Back Up Camera to a Water Bottle


by Mark Etinger

Want to explore the great American west? If you're taking a car you're in for a serious journey. This list includes some of the essentials to bring in order to have the trip of a lifetime.

1. Vehicle Backup Camera: When spending extended periods of time in a car, it's nice to have a bigger vehicle rather than a smaller one. RV's are particularly cozy and can add another dimension to your travels. But when driving these large vehicles, it's helpful to have an RV backup camera system or truck back up camera. That way you can see behind you if you need to squeeze into a tight parking spot.

2. Cooler: Sometimes you won't be able to stop at a diner. In these situations, it helps to be able to make sandwiches and eat an Arcadian picnic. Stock your cooler with bottled water, sandwich fixings, and whatever else you deem important.

3. CDs: A road trip without music is sacrilegious. And in some parts of this country there just aren't any radio stations. So having a nice rotation of country, blues, jazz and rock 'n' roll (all quintessential American genres) is indispensable.

4. Sunglasses: You'll probably be heading through various different terrains and it helps to be able to protect your eyes from the desert sun as well as the blinding white of alpine snow.

5. Sunscreen: And when you're out and about, walking and adventuring, it's important to protect your skin. That way you will not have the pain of sunburn, and down the line your non-wrinkly skin will thank you.

6. Camera: It's all about preserving the memories. You'll probably remember this road trip forever, but you may forget the beautiful desert flowers in bloom. Snap pics of them so you never forget.

7. Maps: Whether you prefer GPS or paper, it's necessary to know where you're going. Keep an eye out for the national parks and monuments that abound and don't be afraid to make an unplanned pit stop.

8. Hiking Shoes: Even hardy sneakers can get the job done. You will want to go out and explore, and proper footwear is important.

Before you leave, check that your car is in good condition and try to keep your gas tank full throughout the trip. In rural areas, gas stations can be sparse, so it's better to be safe than sorry.

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