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dshinnick
Explorer
Apr 16, 2016

When is it too windy?

We have a 40' DP, and have been on the road full-time for five years, so we're not inexperienced. But here in Laughlin, NV, the wind is rocking us as we sit in our park. We'd planned on heading north today, but now I'm just not sure about driving in wind like this. We have a small tow car, which we can drive separately if needed, but I was interested in opinions about when it's ok to go, or better to sit and let it pass. If I go, I figured I'd fill up with fresh water and gas, to help lower the center of gravity, and drive more slowly than usual. Any thoughts?

thanks-

dave
Class A

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  • horizon36's avatar
    horizon36
    Explorer
    Apr 16, 2016
    We usually just sit it out. No need to put yourself into a stressful and possibly dangerous situation. The only time we go under poor weather circumstances is if we have an event or appointment that can't be rescheduled and we have to be there.

    BTW, we are in Pahrump, NV right now and the winds are terrible!
  • rgatijnet1's avatar
    rgatijnet1
    Explorer III
    Apr 16, 2016
    If you don't feel comfortable driving, don't. We travel a lot in the Great Plains and are used to heavy winds. I found that the toad helps to stabilize the coach in the high winds. I air up everything to stiffen the ride and this works out well for me, but I have thousands of miles of driving in high winds.
    Again, if YOU don't feel comfortable, just wait it out. Usually very early in the morning, before the sun comes up, is best to get on the roads as the winds are still fairly light for a few hours after sunrise.

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