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re: How many of y'all camp with RVs?
Posted on 4/6/24 at 7:56 am to Thundercles
Posted on 4/6/24 at 7:56 am to Thundercles
Finally some folks chimed in with what kind of RV they are using.
Big differences in Class A, B, C motorhomes, 5th wheels, bumper pulls, truck campers, pop-ups.... all considered "RVs".
We use 16' "squaredrop" offroad camper (Boreas XT) after 20+years tent camping.
Grew up using pop-ups.
The big stuff isn't for us... not yet anyway.
Big differences in Class A, B, C motorhomes, 5th wheels, bumper pulls, truck campers, pop-ups.... all considered "RVs".
We use 16' "squaredrop" offroad camper (Boreas XT) after 20+years tent camping.
Grew up using pop-ups.
The big stuff isn't for us... not yet anyway.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 7:56 am to LegendInMyMind
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Don't. Imagine all the problems you have with a home. Imagine all the problems you have with a vehicle. Now, combine them.
Also, if you ever have the misfortune of having something go wrong......good luck.
Its true. Something broke on two of the three that I rented. They are made so cheap. Everything about them. If I ever did buy one I think it would be an Airstream
Posted on 4/6/24 at 8:07 am to Thundercles
My parents went on the road when they retired for about 15 years. They were camp hosts and went places a couple months at a time. They kept their house and would do like 2 or 3 months out then 1 month at home.
As far as maintenance went, everything thing that breaks over time in a house, breaks in an RV. Appliances, AC, etc.
RVs also depreciate pretty hard. They paid 250k for their RV and sold it after 15 years for 25k and it was in good condition with everything working.
As far as maintenance went, everything thing that breaks over time in a house, breaks in an RV. Appliances, AC, etc.
RVs also depreciate pretty hard. They paid 250k for their RV and sold it after 15 years for 25k and it was in good condition with everything working.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 9:04 am to Shaun176
Forest River has a pretty good blog, covering most topics related to camping.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 9:15 am to Thundercles
I have owned:
2007 29’ KZ Spree RLS
2010 32’ Forrest River wildcat 5th QBSS
2019 Stryker toy hauler 2916
KZ was probably the best made. The wildcat lasted 10 years before it had delamination issues. The Stryker is my favorite layout but probably the worst quality. They are all lipstick on a pig with no regards for durability they make it look fancy but it’s only an illusion. Something will always be broken whether you are in a $20k trailer or a $1million dollar Prevost
2007 29’ KZ Spree RLS
2010 32’ Forrest River wildcat 5th QBSS
2019 Stryker toy hauler 2916
KZ was probably the best made. The wildcat lasted 10 years before it had delamination issues. The Stryker is my favorite layout but probably the worst quality. They are all lipstick on a pig with no regards for durability they make it look fancy but it’s only an illusion. Something will always be broken whether you are in a $20k trailer or a $1million dollar Prevost
Posted on 4/6/24 at 9:28 am to bayoudude
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Something will always be broken whether you are in a $20k trailer or a $1million dollar Prevost
My most reliable camper and best bang for buck is an InTech Explore. It isn’t great for quick stop road trips with kids because it takes too long to set up comfortably. But it is awesome for longer stays. I have it configured with two queen beds and do all the cooking and hanging out under one of the three awnings/tent room. Set up a quick shower/bathroom tent with hot water.
It has solar and right now 420amp hr of lithium batteries. Planning to add more.
Tows comfortably behind a mid-sized SUV. Off-road capable. And doubles as cargo trailer/toy hauler. Bought like-new for $16k 4 years ago. Zero issues.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 9:33 am to Thundercles
My in-laws always had some kind of class a motor home. Their last one had a washer dryer.
We’d hang with them at the lake.
We’d hang with them at the lake.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 9:34 am to Thundercles
Rented one on outdoorsy.com from a guy in Lafayette, La. Dude was great to deal with. Took a drive with my family to Disney World. Definitely would do it again. 7 days with the extra mileage was around 3500 bucks. It was cheaper than if we flew and much more relaxing. Grandchildren are under 5 so they had a blast.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 9:59 am to maisweh
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Comes in handy for hurricane evacuations.
We don't get hurricanes up in DFW, but we seem to get yearly ice storms that shut everything down for a week. With a travel trailer I could hook up and have it on the beach of South Padre Island within 10 hours.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 10:05 am to Tantal
My wife retired a bit early, she has the bug. Wants to buy one, travel for a year.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 10:13 am to Tantal
My plan is similar.
I have kids and grandkids still here so i will come back every few months for special times like birthdays and/or holidays. My son is going to pour me a slab with power, water and septic to park on when i visit.
You are right. There is so much to see its almost overwhelming. Went to Gatlinburg last October and I will say that I could do a month there in the fall.
I have kids and grandkids still here so i will come back every few months for special times like birthdays and/or holidays. My son is going to pour me a slab with power, water and septic to park on when i visit.
You are right. There is so much to see its almost overwhelming. Went to Gatlinburg last October and I will say that I could do a month there in the fall.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 10:16 am to blueboxer1119
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Bought a Forest River Vibe 14 months ago.
Used it twice.
Now, I’m about to sell it because it collects dust.
Is this because you don't enjoy it as much as you thought you would, or because you lack the time? I'm on a school schedule, so I get a week at Thanksgiving, 2 weeks at Christmas, Spring Break, a few 3-4 day weekends scattered throughout the year, and the entire summer off. To be honest I get kind of bored. I already enjoy tent camping as long as the weather is nice. With heat and A/C, my traveling/camping/exploring windows would be a lot wider.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 10:32 am to Thundercles
Posted on 4/6/24 at 10:34 am to IndianPower
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Went to Gatlinburg last October and I will say that I could do a month there in the fall.
This is definitely on my list. I've heard it's amazing. I used to date a woman that had taught at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC and she said that the Blue Ridge Mountains were awesome too. Arizona and California have some breathtaking views as well. I guess the RV lifestyle just represents freedom. I started my career, got married, and had kids within 2 years of graduating from college. Since then it's just been work, kids, bills, repeat. I've lived my adult life largely in the service of others who depend on me. I'm only 50, but I've already lost friends to natural causes and my wife is terminally ill. I guess that really put things into perspective for me and nailed home my own mortality. Retirement will be here in 4 years and I'd like to enjoy some time to myself to go where I want to go and see what I want to see without answering to anyone for it while my body is still able.
This post was edited on 4/6/24 at 2:19 pm
Posted on 4/6/24 at 10:44 am to TigersnJeeps
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We use 16' "squaredrop" offroad camper (Boreas XT) after 20+years tent camping.
I've also got an eye on this one, but I'm not sure if I want to spend the money. The Hike 100 that I posted on page 1 goes in the $20-25K range. This one is $40K, but it doesn't get much better than Lance. This is more like a squaredrop, but that you can actually stand up in.
This post was edited on 4/6/24 at 10:46 am
Posted on 4/6/24 at 10:45 am to Tantal
I will be 49yo this year and I have lived a similar life as you. Giving to others eventually takes its toll on a marriage as i recently divorced. My kids are grown and gone and this big empty house grows tiresome.
Freedom. You are correct.
Blue Ridge Mtns I hear are amazing. Have a former officer friend who owns a cabin up there but never took her and her husband up on the offer to go and stay for a few days.
So many places and so little time.
Freedom. You are correct.
Blue Ridge Mtns I hear are amazing. Have a former officer friend who owns a cabin up there but never took her and her husband up on the offer to go and stay for a few days.
So many places and so little time.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 10:55 am to jamiegla1
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Its true. Something broke on two of the three that I rented. They are made so cheap. Everything about them. If I ever did buy one I think it would be an Airstream
Everything I've read said you basically expect small things to break. The reality is they're cheap components tacked on to a steel frame. So flooring, siding, door jambs, et al are just a reality of owning one. However, if you know that going in and are prepared to encounter, then it's no big deal.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 11:39 am to Thundercles
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How many of y'all camp with RVs?
Pretty much everyone that camps now days.
Posted on 4/6/24 at 11:55 am to Tantal
we found our Boreas XT used (with all the issues that can come with that lol).
The goal is to pull it behind our Jeep Wrangler. So far it pulls great behind our F150.
We wanted something small and well-built that fit in our garage.
Lots of nice squaredrops and teardrops from mild to wild and $$ to $$$$. The Aussie stuff is crazy...
The goal is to pull it behind our Jeep Wrangler. So far it pulls great behind our F150.
We wanted something small and well-built that fit in our garage.
Lots of nice squaredrops and teardrops from mild to wild and $$ to $$$$. The Aussie stuff is crazy...
Posted on 4/6/24 at 12:25 pm to Thundercles
Bought one last year, stays on deer lease so far.
That's my cool story.
That's my cool story.
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