Wildsam Summer 2026 RV Intel: Towable Trends
Axiom’s amazing fifth-wheel, travel trailers for entertaining outdoors and a must-have road resource for campers.
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Note: This is an excerpt from the Summer 2026 issue of Wildsam magazine.
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[RV Spotlight] The Axiom Imperium I3800 Fifth-Wheel
Although Axiom is a relative newcomer to the RV space, it is making waves with its Imperium luxury fifth-wheel model. Of particular note is the I3800 floor plan, which comes with a slew of upscale features including a tilting king-size bed, residential-style appliances and an ottoman that transforms into a table. The bath-and-a-half model even has two patios, with a party deck in the rear and a smaller side patio off the primary bedroom. Ample onboard storage, massive couches, a 65-inch smart TV and a gigantic pantry are just a few of the other amenities. The rig even looks amazing from the outside, with a contrasting black-and-white design and a striking shape unlike anything else at the campground. MSRP: $164,979; axiomrv.com
[RV Reccos] The Situation:
We actually like to be outside when we camp. Which travel trailers are best for entertaining outdoors?
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- Forest River No Boundaries NB20.6: This stylish and well-equipped model includes an exterior kitchen, along with a flip-open camp-side window that creates an indoor/outdoor bar under a 21-foot awning. MSRP: $43,990; forestriverinc.com
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- Coachmen Apex Ultra-Lite 242BARV: Take the party outdoors with an exterior camp kitchen with a mini-fridge and sink. But the real star of the show is the novel bi-fold side door that flips open to create a counter with a pass-through window for grabbing food and drinks. MSRP: $49,971; coachmenrv.com
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- Keystone Outback 330RL: This rig comes with an impressive outdoor kitchen that includes a refrigerator, a flip-out stove, plenty of counter space and overhead storage, making it easy to entertain guests at the campsite. MSRP: $55,495; keystonerv.com
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[Must-Have Gear] Soft Start RV
Air conditioners require a great deal of power when first starting up, which puts a lot of strain on your RV’s electrical system. Adding a SoftStart device reduces the current required by as much as 70 percent, making A/C startup more efficient and reliable. It can even allow you to run dual A/C units from 30-amp power, keeping the interior cool and comfortable all summer long. MSRP: $299; softstartrv.com
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[Summer Camping Trip] Made in the Shade
Modern RV air conditioners are quiet and efficient, but they can still struggle to cool things down in extreme heat. Don’t forget to change the A/C filter before the start of the camping season and whenever possible, park your rig in the shade. This will help keep the interior cooler and save energy by taking some of the load off your A/C unit.
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[Spec Sheet] What is a Fully Walkable Roof?
Sturdy decking and reinforced trusses provide enough support for owners to stand and walk on their RV’s roof while conducting routine maintenance. If your vehicle lacks this feature, avoid walking on it altogether.
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[Road Resource] Good Sam North American Campground Guide
For its 60th anniversary, the 2026 Good Sam North American Campground Guide is bigger and better than ever. The handy tome is a must-have for any RVer, listing over 12,000 campgrounds and RV parks across the country with easy-to-understand ratings, detailed maps and even Wildsam fi eld notes for numerous points of interest. All for just $13.95 for Good Sam members. campingworld.com
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Kraig Becker is a writer in the RV, outdoors, and adventure travel space. Over the course of his career he has contributed to such outlets as Popular Mechanics, Outside Online, Business Insider, TripSavvy, Digital Trends, GearJunkie, The Adventure Blog, and countless others. An avid runner and cyclist, he enjoys camping, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and just about any other outdoor activity. His travels have taken him to seven continents and on many amazing adventures.
