Dave Mercer
RV & Road Trip Gear
“I've read the reviews so you can hit the road.”
About Dave Mercer
Dave's the guy at the campground who's already solved the problem you're having. After analyzing thousands of RV product reviews, he cuts through the noise to find gear that actually works on the road. Practical, detail-oriented, and always honest about what's worth your money.
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Dave Mercer's Reviews
Best RV Mattresses of 2026: 4,500+ Reviews Analyzed (Short Queen & More)
9.2Dave Mercer analyzes 4,500+ reviews to find the best RV mattresses-short queen, memory foam, and hybrid options that actually replace that terrible stock mattress.
July 10, 2026
Best RV WiFi Boosters & Mobile Routers of 2026: 5,200+ Reviews Analyzed
9.1Dave Mercer breaks down the best RV WiFi boosters, mobile routers, and hotspot devices—weBoost, Pepwave, GL.iNet, and Winegard—with real owner data from 5,200+ reviews.
July 10, 2026
Best RV Solar Panel Kits for Beginners: 3,200 Reviews Exposed the Truth
8.6We analyzed 3,200+ owner reviews of Renogy, BougeRV, and ECO-WORTHY solar panel kits across Amazon, Reddit, and RV forums to find which RV solar kit actually delivers for beginners.
July 6, 2026
RV Surge Protectors: Your $80,000 Rig Deserves More Than a $30 Gamble
9.2Dave Mercer compares the best RV surge protectors—Progressive Industries, Southwire Surge Guard, and Hughes Power Watchdog—with real owner data so bad campground power doesn't fry your rig.
June 25, 2026
Best Portable Power Stations for RV Life: 4,800 Reviews Exposed the Truth
8.9We analyzed 4,800+ owner reviews of EcoFlow, Bluetti, and Jackery power stations across Amazon, Reddit, and RV forums to find which portable power station actually delivers for RV camping.
June 24, 2026
Best RV Backup Camera Systems: 3,100 Owners Exposed the Blind Spot Crisis
8.7We analyzed 3,100+ owner reviews of Furrion, Haloview, and Rear View Safety RV backup cameras to find which system actually works when you're backing a 35-foot rig.
June 24, 2026