Where Have You Been, RVPics?

Following a three-year absence, RVPics returns with renewed determination to be the most appealing RV photo site on the internet. Our purpose has always been to provide a place where RV'ers can share their adventures through photography and words.

There are a lot of reasons why RVPics took a hiatus, like the economy tanking, the bottom dropping out of the liesure industry or the popularity of Facebook. But going into those would be boring and we certainly don't intend to be that.

At it's peak, the RVPics forums had over 2,500 registered members. It was the only RV site to allow posting of large photos within user posts. It had a reputation of being a friendly, family-oriented place where everyone was treated with respect. It had few rules, was governed by common sense and encouraged individual expression. The result was enthusiastic contribution of enjoyable photos, travelogues, stories and project documetaries.

Join us in rebuilding this community

Here are a few of the things we have to offer:

Latest, best software
Easy photo upload
Easy to use editor
Large photos encouraged
No ads
Friendly atmosphere
Privacy protection

There is long held misconception that forums are old fashioned and have been replaced by social media. Actually, forums serve a similar but distinct purpose and outperform social media platforms in several areas. This is not meant to be a "forums are better than x" comparison. Here are some thoughts:

Forums allow customization and styling of your posted content. Social media (SM) sites are very restrictive.
On a forum, you can insert photos anywhere in your post. SM restricts size and placement to suit their style.
Search function is global and configurable on a forum. Restricted or non-existent on most SM.
Forums are better suited for richer, in-depth discussions. SM caters to chit-chat and informal discussions.
Forums are focused on a narrower topic or interest. SM is "everything for everybody" in one place which limits content.
Membership on forums tends to consist of folks looking for specific information or serious discussion of a mutual interest.
Social media excels in everyday light weight latest news from "friends". Memberships are huge.
Forums tend to have more subject matter experts on hand to answer questions.
Forums center around threaded discussions. Social networks center around individuals.
It's easier to go back to a previous conversation and revive it on a forum.
Conclusion: Both forums and social media sites have a purpose. Choose based on the depth of information you seek.

You can help to recapture the spirit of RVPics.

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Where Have You Been, RVPics?

Following a three-year absence, RVPics returns with renewed determination to be the most appealing RV photo site on the internet. Our purpose has always been to provide a place where RV'ers can share their adventures through photography and words.

Join us in rebuilding this community

Here are a few of the things we have to offer:

You can help to recapture the spirit of RVPics.

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