Category: Reviews
The product reviews on Mike’s Road Trip website are highly helpful for visitors because they provide an in-depth evaluation of the products and give an idea of how they perform in real-life scenarios. The reviews are written by Mike and/or other experienced road trippers (or travelers), who have personally used and tested the products. They provide detailed information on the product’s features, pros, cons, and overall performance. They also include photographs and comparisons to similar products to help readers make an informed decision. The product reviews cover a wide range of items related to road trips, such as GPS devices, camping gear, travel accessories, camera gear and more. They also include information on pricing, availability and the best places to buy the product. Overall, the product reviews on Mike’s Road Trip website are a valuable resource for visitors looking to enhance their road trip experience by using the best and most suitable gear and accessories.
Discover the Best Road Trip SUV of 2024
Setting out on the open road is an age-old tradition, and in 2024, the quest for the "best road trip SUV" has taken on new dimensions. As travelers seek the perfect blend of comfort, performance, and efficiency for their adventures, the automotive industry has responded with a plethora of options....
Read moreDutchmen Kodiak Cub in-depth review
My girlfriend Mihaela of World Travel Bug and I recently purchased a new 2021 Dutchmen Kodiak Cub travel trailer. We know there are a lot of you out there considering buying a travel trailer, so we thought we'd share the ins-and-outs of ours, and, what went into the decision-making process...
Read moreBest Travel Headphones according to expert travel bloggers
This is a list of the best travel headphones according to many travel blogging experts, as well as my own personal experience. Collectively we have tried dozens and dozens of headphones and/or earbuds over the years—this list represents our favorites at the moment and encompasses a variety of styles and...
Read moreNew Cars for 2020 – First impression along with some highlights
If you're interested in the new cars for 2020, this post is for you. As a professional road trip travel blogger I get an opportunity to test/drive a lot of new and different types of vehicles. I recently attended the Southwest Lifestyle Media Drive event in Chandler, Arizona, where many...
Read moreFeiyu Tech AK4500 DSLR Gimbal Review
Feiyu Tech AK4500 Review and Video Overview of this DSLR Stabilizing Gimbal If you’re new to MikesRoadTrip.com, I am a professional travel blogger who also produces video content. As you might imagine, I have a fair amount of gear in my kit and frequently get stuff sent to me to...
Read moreAutomotive road trip review of the all new 2019 Mercedes-Benz B-Class
In May 2019 I had the opportunity to test the all new Mercedes-Benz B-Class during a 3-week Romania road trip. I logged over 1500 miles/2400km during this three week period. This is what I thought of the Mercedes-Benz B-Class from a road trip perspective. VEHICLE MODEL TESTED 2019 Mercedes-Benz B-Class...
Read moreGetting Serious about Storage – An Experiential Look at the Drobo 5N2
This post provides insight into my own personal use of Drobo storage units, most recently, the Drobo 5N2 NAS system. As a professional travel blogger who produces both video and photographic content, my storage needs are quite significant. Up until three years ago, when I took the plunge and got...
Read moreAutomotive road trip review of the 2019 GMC Terrain
In April of 2019 I had an opportunity take a road trip in a 2019 GMC Terrain. I logged over 1000 miles and had the vehicle for ten days. This is what I thought of the GMC Terrain from a road trip perspective. [caption id="attachment_56848" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Papago Buttes near...
Read moreFavorite pieces of luggage for 2018
As a professional travel blogger I have luggage makers often send me pieces from their latest lines to try out. I thought it would be helpful for you, my travel friends and followers, to provide an overview of my favorite pieces of luggage I've used this year. Luggage models often...
Read moreAutomotive road trip review of the 2018 Kia Sportage
In May of 2018 I had an opportunity take a Phoenix to Denver road trip in a 2018 Kia Sportage. I logged over 3000 miles and had the vehicle for nearly a month. This is what I thought of the Kia Sportage from a road trip perspective. INITIAL ASSESSMENT: The...
Read moreReview of the FeiyuTech SPG Plus gimbal rig for smartphones
This is a video and text review of the FeiyuTech SPG Plus handheld gimbal for smartphones. It seems everybody is creating video content these days, whether for a vlog, a small business or for social media. With so many people creating video content, it is imperative produce the highest quality...
Read moreDrobo 5C BeyondRAID data storage
I have finally taken my data storage seriously by investing in a Drobo RAID system. Here is my story and review of the Drobo 5C. As a professional travel video blogger, I develop a lot of content! Over the past seven years I've amassed nearly 20TB of data. As you...
Read moreZhiYun Rider-M gimbal overview
As a professional travel video blogger, I frequently get this question: “Mike, how do you get such smooth action shots in your videos?” Well, the answer is that I use a number of stabilizing gimbals. I have a handheld gimbal with extending poles to capture walking or biking shots, and...
Read moreGet best possible footage from DJI Phantom with Polar Pro filters
Improve your DJI Phantom 4 footage by using a series of Polar Pro filters In the video below I share how you can get the best possible footage from your DJI Phantom 4 by using an array of ND (neutral density) and ND/PL (neutral density with polarizer) Polar Pro filters....
Read moreLowepro DroneGuard 450 Backpack review
DroneGuard BP 450 Review As a quad-copter pilot, I was really excited last year when Lowepro came out with their DroneGuard Kit, which enabled me to easily carry around my quad-copter along with all the extras. In addition to the quad-copter, extra batteries and cables, there is also space for...
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