The Shakedown | Our 1st RV Trip to Cherokee NC & The Smokey Mountains

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  • @camperab
    @camperab 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to see you traveling again, esp. in an area that brings back memories of summer 1981: Me and my wife traveled in a rented motorhome from NYC to Florida and back up again. We stayed in an RV resort in/at/near a Cherokee "reservation". We checked in at the reception, having passports checked etc.. After dark, there were two knocks at the RV-door. I opened the door, but there was noBODY, except two bottles of REAL BAVARIAN beer!!! I quickly took them in, because we had been informed that there was a strict ban on alcohol there. The taste of home let us sleep very well that night. When we left the following morning, the receptionist leaving his office, with a smile in his face told us how much he had enjoyed his military service in Bavaria - and the local beers!! I still wonder which angel had put the two bottles at our RV door :-) . Greetings from Bavaria, Germany.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow! That's such a cool story! Glad we could bring back good memories for you. - Liz

  • @JJs-ClassC-Adventures
    @JJs-ClassC-Adventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We use the Eeze Tire Tire Pressure Monitoring System. Works great. Screen nice sized and alarm goes off if a tire loses pressure.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the recommendation. We're looking into solutions. - Liz

  • @TheMcdowelljl
    @TheMcdowelljl 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    We just got back from Gatlinburg, Cherokee and Asheville 10 day ago and it was cold than! I absolutely love it! We hike up to Clingman’s dome, did the Cade’s cove loop and saw a black bear and many large elk! Hike up to Mingo Falls in Cherokee and it was beautiful! Went to Biltmore as it is now lite up for Christmas and than went to Piegah National Forest and saw 3 more spectacular waterfalls! Hopefully your shake down trip goes very smoothly for you!

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow you got to do a lot! Unfortunely we didn't have as much time with the weather. We raced to Asheville with a small cold front. Then a big one came and it got rediculously cold. So hiking was not top of our list! Haha so glad you had a great trip! Thanks for watching - Liz

  • @davidanway1249
    @davidanway1249 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was stationed at Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta and that is where my Wife is from!!! 34 years ago!

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very cool!

  • @davidgillespie7954
    @davidgillespie7954 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    We are also Floridians and headed north for Thanksgiving (Talulah Gorge) and we'll make several stops in the Smokies. I just found your channel for the first time this evening. Looking forward to reviewing several of your vids.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh awesome, check our Clayton and Dillard great little towns close to Tallulah Gorge! Enjoy and safe travels - Liz

    • @davidgillespie7954
      @davidgillespie7954 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EatSeeRV We have been in this area many times on motorcycles and stayed in hotels. This will be our first Camping trip up there and our first out of state trip with the RV.

  • @ez123ification
    @ez123ification 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We’re heading down from New England next may ,thanks for the preview.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm sure it will be awesome in Summer! Look into the drive on US 19 through Nantahala National Forest. It was GORGEOUS! Lots of rafting places, cute little hotels, shops, and restaurants along the river. - Liz

  • @dawg7915
    @dawg7915 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Guys, we took our C on many shake downs, no issues,, as soon as we started our trip to the east coast, the tires went flat one at a time, why... Rubber Valve stems, if you haven't done so, change them out with the metal ones.. don't forget the spare.. love what you did with the interior, more like home, less like trailer...

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad your shakedown didn't have much too shakedown! :) Yes, we are replacing those. For some reason the old valve stems have been partially replaced, so luckily we won't have to replace them all. Thank you for the compliment on the RV. We're looking forward to the big reveal so we can show everyone the final finished product. - Liz

  • @johnhernandez5206
    @johnhernandez5206 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm that you guys are back on the road. Great video Ann's looking forward to the next one. Thanks and be safe

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it! - Liz

  • @bradowens8649
    @bradowens8649 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The trim piece going up the wall behind the driver's seat is not snapped all the way back on.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, it's on our to do list.

  • @MrHedoman
    @MrHedoman 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    C’mon over to the quiet side of the Smokies😁......the North Carolina side. I live in the mountains of Bryson City, NC and it’s a breath of fresh air compared to the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge tourist traps. Enjoy your trip!

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, we enjoyed the NC side, although we did hear the leaves were a bit more vibrant on the TN side this year. We didn't get to Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg this go around. We were super close to Bryson City. - Liz

  • @ATLJonathanH
    @ATLJonathanH 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was just at that harvest host last Thursday night. Navigated that giant pot hole and those two trees. Actually had to trim branches off the tree on the left to get through without scratching my RV. I bought two bottles of wine. A bit close to the interstate, some noise, but tolerable.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, there's 2 ways to come in. Google will send you the way you went wich is low and tight. - Dennis ✌️

    • @ATLJonathanH
      @ATLJonathanH 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eat See RV I exited that side, not a lot of room to turn around a 60 foot rig to come in and get out on that side.

  • @jimmunch5796
    @jimmunch5796 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for another great video. Very interesting and fun to watch. That is fantastic that your RV is doing so well on it's maiden voyage.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, we're glad it's doing well too! A few small hiccups, which really haven't been bad at all. Very thankful! Thanks for watching :) - Liz

  • @brucerhodes8197
    @brucerhodes8197 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had to chuckle when you mentioned your timing, arriving just in time to be around the school children on a school outing.... Several years ago, my ex-wife and I visited Plymouth MA, while there we visited the Plymouth Plantation, we also went on a whale watch. We were disappointed to learn there were no regular charters going out that day, because there was a local elementary school outing, about 25 kids and 6 adults.... Of course when the adults learned of our story, they offered to let us go out with the class, I'm sure they figured 2 more adults for supervision would be helpful.... We were lucky enough to see plenty of whale action, full breaches and tail slaps... But the entire time on the boat, my heart was in my mouth, I was sure at some point I'd have to go overboard to rescue a child...Kids were running from one end of the boat the other, giggles and screaming....Fortunately we made it back to the dock with no mishaps, just me with my nerves shot....lol

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha wow, glad our experience was a bit more peaceful! Cool you got to go on the tour though. Thanks for sharing your story - Liz

  • @jmonserrat2018
    @jmonserrat2018 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video guys, what month was this video filmed?

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed. Early Nov 2019

  • @profoundseeker9434
    @profoundseeker9434 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great place we are there next summer....maggie valley...safe travels you guys ...

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice! Heard great things about that area - Liz

  • @janreneashman1915
    @janreneashman1915 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So excited for you guys, thanks for sharing.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! - Dennis ✌️

  • @ramonmirabal101
    @ramonmirabal101 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Ramon

  • @AlliChuckAdventures
    @AlliChuckAdventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy y’all are back on the road! Alli wants that black and red buffalo plaid shirt lol. She loves that stuff! We are heading to Helen Georgia next week for a few days. Can’t wait to get back to some mountains.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha I got the shirt I believe two years ago, but I'm sure she could find a similar one in the stores today! Enjoy Helen. We've been there before, fun town. I'm sure it will be decorated beautifully for Christmas! Stay warm - Liz

  • @bsoutdooradventures9541
    @bsoutdooradventures9541 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Atlanta traffic is a nightmare all the time but lots of weekend interstate construction! Sorry about the flat tire. Maggie Valley and Waynesville is home for my best friend. Have fun. Peachy B 🍑🍑👍👍

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @billleslie2251
    @billleslie2251 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to be out on the road. Bad planning by driving into a cold front especially for Florida residents

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, pretty spot on. But at least we got out and explored! Even if it wasn't as we would have hoped, it was a new experience. But we could go for warmer weather next time - Liz

  • @ftkinsella
    @ftkinsella 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really love your new rig, exactly what we want a small class C. Can’t wait to see you install the solar on her. Cold out there?? We are sitting at -10c and snow, ❄️. Movies and chill eh? Hmmmmm? Have a safe trip guys. I hope you bought one of those native clubs. Cheers!!!

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yikes - Canada's no joke eh? Yes, it was very cold for us. We experienced lows of 12 degrees this week...definitely a big change from Florida! This RV has been great, we're loving how easy it is to get around, and we still feel like we have space. - Liz

  • @LivinLifeinDrive
    @LivinLifeinDrive 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video guys, keepem coming!

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!!

  • @cindylou3205
    @cindylou3205 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Am I the only one that loves, at least for a little bit, those long drive days?

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wish we could say we did but shorter is definitely better for us! - Liz

  • @HowlingFunRVAdventures
    @HowlingFunRVAdventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really want to go there. We usually just go to Gatlinburg. But this would be awesome

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We haven't been to Gatlinburg and want to go there next time! Definitely visit Cherokee, it was a great little town. - Liz

  • @jvfarm7792
    @jvfarm7792 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If, you break down on an interstate or any road, you will have to unload the scooter, into traffic. If, you needed it to get somewhere. Just saying, be safe. I would carry it the opposite way.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We can't load it the other way because of our ladder. That's definitely a good point, but it's really our only option. - Liz

    • @jvfarm7792
      @jvfarm7792 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hadn't given the ladder any thought. Travel safe.

  • @rvdogfl
    @rvdogfl 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like the start of a great trip.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! It's been great so far. A little cold these past few nights though.-Dennis 🥶

  • @jesserevilla992
    @jesserevilla992 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Try to stay in Maggie Valley next time. Maggie is 3000 Ft up. Go visits Ghost Town, and Wyainsville and your only 35 mins from Asheville.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We drive through there it was beautiful! We wanted to do a lot in the city so it was ideal to be as close as possible. But we would like to explore that in the future - Liz

  • @doughasson2073
    @doughasson2073 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fix the pillar post cover behind your left shoulder. You probably been to busy for the small things. I am just anal about the little things. 11 Degrees in northern Ky on Monday.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes that's on our never ending "to-do" list. Brr! - Liz

  • @tammy4him42
    @tammy4him42 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love Cherokee! Been camping there since I was a kid 😊 Absolutely love the Indian village, I went there many times as a child and was a chaperone for all 3 of my kids school trips. It’s pronounced O cone a luf tee. 😉

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha thank you! We've got it down now, just took us a while. So cool you got to go there as a child and now got to take your children there.

  • @markjung2766
    @markjung2766 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another cool video Liz & Dennis! Love watching you guys. You are (were) so close to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge and, dang me for saying it: "Dollywood"! Are you not into the tourist trap places? I'm not really into them either, but had an awesome time in Gatlinburg ... taking the tram up to Ol' Gatlinburg was so cool.
    Also, Dolly had a restaurant/showplace there in Pigeon Forge where you get a 4 or 5-course dinner, PLUS a rodeo show. It was so cool. Not sure if it's still there. It's not at the same location as Dollywood. It's more located in Pigeon Forge. Anyway, it was cool, but here comes my usual disclaimer: I'd had a few margaritas.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha! We're not, not into touristy places. Oconaluftee village was definitely a touristy place. We're just selective with our types of touristy places. Also, we weren't going into TN this go around so even though Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg were an hour away it wasn't really on our radar this time. We will be back though! - Liz

  • @MountainTopHomestead316
    @MountainTopHomestead316 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Were from TN and Cherokee was one of my favorite places to visit. Fun trip

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome!! We enjoyed it! Wish we had more time, but next year when weather is more favorable. - Liz

  • @outlaw10adventures90
    @outlaw10adventures90 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need to get TPMS to monitor your tire pressures.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, we've had that recommended! We're looking into systems. - Liz

    • @outlaw10adventures90
      @outlaw10adventures90 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We have used EEZ TPMS for years...www.amazon.com/EEZ-RV-Products-EEZTire-TPMS-Monitoring/dp/B009BEGV6S/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2NZD3HBF1ZGX9&keywords=eeztire+pressure+monitoring+system&qid=1573764255&sprefix=EEZ%2Caps%2C161&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExV0kzWTQwTU5VTjBPJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjUyMzgyM0c3VVU5UlA1SVVBVyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDQ1MTExM1QwM1I0S1FBTVhPQiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

  • @mikemanjo2458
    @mikemanjo2458 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Keep up the good work! Be safe! Love your rig. (Jane)❤️😊

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you :) Appreciate you watching Jane! - Liz

  • @JGISolutions
    @JGISolutions 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey! Glad you two are back on the road and looking forward to new content. This may come as an odd question but which Nesspresso are you using on the counter and what is its wattage draw?

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not a weird question at all. We'll figure that out and post it soon! - Liz

    • @JGISolutions
      @JGISolutions 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EatSeeRV awesome thanks! We are currently using a miniature Keurig in our rig but it seems to be right on the edge of our electrical system so it's always a roll of the dice weather we get coffee or a blown breaker

  • @christinepastrama1275
    @christinepastrama1275 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that pancake mix too, hon appetite!

  • @TalkingWithBob
    @TalkingWithBob 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for that app reccomend downloading now

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you start earning some cash back! We love saving money - Liz

  • @MarcNBrasil
    @MarcNBrasil 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shell has rewards also :)

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Marc but we can use this with any gas station, not just shell and sometimes we get as much as $0.40 cash back per gallon. - Liz

    • @MarcNBrasil
      @MarcNBrasil 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EatSeeRV I get that, but, I usually combine the 2 since Shell tends to be the cheapest for premium and has the biggest discounts on GetUpside

  • @jacktyler7599
    @jacktyler7599 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maybe the last owners didn't use tire covers re: that leaky valve stem? Congrats on the (2nd) maiden voyage. Honestly don't know how you made it past Atlanta given the traffic there!

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha gotta time it right, we beat rush hour! We think the valve stem was from improperly secured valve stem extenders. - Liz

  • @MrBoxer1200
    @MrBoxer1200 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This chick has the right attitude for this sort of thing.

  • @DownsizingMakesCents
    @DownsizingMakesCents 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the gluten free tip. Hubby is gluten free. Awesome video. Happy trails - Alice

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh yay! Hopefully he loves it! It's such a yummy gluten free treat - Liz

  • @stevecastro22
    @stevecastro22 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What kind of scooter are you riding and how do you like it?

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yamaha Xmax 300 and we love it! Rides great, awesome storage, and light weight. th-cam.com/video/mtwyxrdvHv4/w-d-xo.html

    • @stevecastro22
      @stevecastro22 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EatSeeRV Thanks so much.....

    • @stevecastro22
      @stevecastro22 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EatSeeRV Do you have a link for the carrier that you use on the back of your rig?

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevecastro22 yes, here's the video on the mount th-cam.com/video/h8las805qYQ/w-d-xo.html and the link to the mount we have www.MotoTote.com/eatseerv

  • @bjohnmasters
    @bjohnmasters 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need a TPMS.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, it's been suggested. Not on our radar yet, as we still have other expenses with finishing the renovation, but we do know they're nice to have! - Liz

  • @brian-lv
    @brian-lv 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    “ I heated the food up.” 😏

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha right... 😏 - Liz

  • @tankstravelz8217
    @tankstravelz8217 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like literally like people like have been literally eating flour like for literally over like two thousand years.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes and "like literally" we also eat bread. Just not refined flours or processed breads. We choose to eat freshly baked sourdough with no added ingredients - just flour, water, and yeast and we also limit the amount of bread we eat. You do you, but I suggest learning about it further www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/295235.php#will_bread_help_me_lose_weight

  • @rebekahwells3737
    @rebekahwells3737 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    We can’t feed our cat in the morning when we travel in our Class C. She will throw up.

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Poor thing! 😿

  • @markreynolds9570
    @markreynolds9570 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why do you want gluten free? No bacon?

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We choose to eat grain free for health purposes. It makes us feel good and we maintain a weight we like. We try to follow the Plant Paradox diet, which isn't just gluten-free. Although Liz is pescatarian (doesn't eat meat but does eat fish), Dennis is an omnivore - anything goes, including bacon!

  • @kristiandsarah9880
    @kristiandsarah9880 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy to see you guys back on the road! Looking forward to more great videos..

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! We appreciate you watching! - Liz

  • @TalkingWithBob
    @TalkingWithBob 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for that app reccomend downloading now

    • @EatSeeRV
      @EatSeeRV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! Enjoy saving money/getting cash back! - Liz