Greetings one and all,I have read a large number of RV stories about the Motorhome Lifestyle with great enjoyment and interest. One thing that has surprised me is there is almost no mentions of bad things that happen on the road.We know there are people out there who’s a taco short of a Fiesta platter. Those who think “gas guzzler, polluter, money bags, Richy-Rich and general Bozo”! They drive by this big beautiful 40’+ motorhome and some people think “wow how great is that, I’d sure love to have one of those”! While others are thinking “wow who do they think they are lets run em off the road and steal their stuff” !:) • When you’re on the open road do people ever mess with you?• When your parked getting groceries or at a stop light or fast food place. Are you ever bothered or find your coach being messed with?I’m just curious because “stuff happens” and wonder if it happens very often to RVers?Harry

I'm sure it happens. But, we have never had any problems.Just paying attention to your surroundings can make a difference.

Haven't had any problems of that nature so far. Hope we never do.

We've had no issues so far and have traveled in our motorhome/s off and on for about 9 years. As noted, we are careful to watch our surroundings and try to be proactive in avoiding potential trouble spots. We both carry pepper spray and I keep a weapon in the coach and car. We are most cautious in rest areas and try not to travel at night.

Parked at a Cracker Barrel one day,far back from the restaurant (all the RV spots were parked full of cars) and some "nice " persons parked almost against the front of me. There were plenty of empty spots near the store. I had to unhook my toad to back up enough to get out.

I have never had a problem in over 40 years of using an RV. And whats this thing about "avoiding rest areas"? And I try to travel at night, less traffic. Maybe I am missing something.....I have been told that I had a nice looking ride!

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powderman426
Explorer
May 22, 2014
I have had no problems at rest areas, but I am aware that the lot lizards come out at night.:B
Halmfamily
Explorer
May 22, 2014
No issues so far, watch where you park and recheck your hitch before leaving, if you tow. We also conceal carry and have our NRA stickers on both our truck and fiver as a hopeful deterrent. Travel safe.
ferndaleflyer
Explorer III
May 22, 2014
I have never had a problem in over 40 years of using an RV. And whats this thing about "avoiding rest areas"? And I try to travel at night, less traffic. Maybe I am missing something.....I have been told that I had a nice looking ride!
BillofPA
Explorer
May 22, 2014
Parked at a Cracker Barrel one day,far back from the restaurant (all the RV spots were parked full of cars) and some "nice " persons parked almost against the front of me. There were plenty of empty spots near the store. I had to unhook my toad to back up enough to get out.
smlranger
Explorer
May 22, 2014
We've had no issues so far and have traveled in our motorhome/s off and on for about 9 years. As noted, we are careful to watch our surroundings and try to be proactive in avoiding potential trouble spots. We both carry pepper spray and I keep a weapon in the coach and car.

We are most cautious in rest areas and try not to travel at night.
brirene
Explorer
May 22, 2014
Haven't had any problems of that nature so far. Hope we never do.
gbopp
Explorer
May 22, 2014
I'm sure it happens. But, we have never had any problems.
Just paying attention to your surroundings can make a difference.

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