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We’ve all been there, staring at that one purchase in our RV that makes us wonder, “What was I thinking?” This week, we asked our dedicated newsletter readers to confess their biggest buying blunders on the road. The topic of this poll was the one item or category that ultimately became their most regretted RV purchase.
From gadgets that promised the moon to clothes that never saw the light of day, the responses were both relatable and hilarious. We wanted to get a true sense of what clutter is haunting our fellow adventurers. Remember, this poll was taken in our weekly newsletter, so make sure you’re subscribed and voting to have your voice heard in our next round of results and findings!
Here is a breakdown of how the votes landed:
| Regretted Purchase | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Expensive gadget I don’t use | 30% |
| Wrong-sized furniture | 5% |
| Unnecessary accessories | 30% |
| Too many clothes | 35% |
The Tyranny of Tiny Closets
It turns out our wardrobes are the ultimate stowaways. A whopping 35% of you admitted that “too many clothes” is your biggest regret.
This proves that the eternal struggle for storage space is real. Apparently, we all pack for a three-month fashion tour but only live a two-week casual lifestyle.
Gadgets Galore and Accessory Overload
Tied for second place were “expensive gadgets I don’t use” and “unnecessary accessories,” each snagging 30% of the vote. It seems the siren song of a new, shiny gadget is powerful.
We buy them imagining a life of supreme convenience. Instead, they often end up in a drawer, serving as a very expensive paperweight.
These items are the RV equivalent of a gym membership. We had the best intentions. The reality, however, involves a lot of dust and a little shame.
The Lone Furniture Fiasco
Coming in at a humble 5% is “wrong-sized furniture.” This is the quiet, structural regret. It’s the sofa that was just a little too big, making the aisle a thrilling obstacle course.
While less common, this regret requires real effort. You can’t just shove a too-large recliner in the back of a storage bin.
This is a high-stakes regret. It involves measurements, swearing, and sometimes a saw.
Conclusion
We believe the results skewed heavily towards clothes and gadgets for one simple reason: hope. We hope we’ll need that fancy dress or that avocado slicer-oscillating fan combo. We are buying a potential version of our RVing selves—the one who hosts elegant dinners or is a master tinkerer. The reality is, life on the road is beautifully simple, and these items just remind us that the best purchases are often more space and less stuff. The minimalists were onto something, and our closets are trying to tell us.
