How hard are these RVs to drive?

fyrflie wrote:

pitch wrote:

I see that a few guys on Here are miracle men. No way are you going to really learn how to drive on anything you rent.
The only answer is experience. How do you get experience, by doing it.
Yes the best advice is to take it slow and easy, no one can instruct you.
If you are the least bit normal, you can drive anything. Will you be nervous,yes. Will you be a danger to others, probably. Were you nervous when you got your learners permit? Were you a danger to others the first time you drove on a public hiway?
This is no different Don't over think it. Don't let the "experts" scare you off.

My post was less about being an "Expert" or " Miracle Man" but about providing honest and factual information to the original poster of the question.
And if I did not post my actual experience then one would think, " what does this guy actually know".
My message is intended more about the safety of yourself and others rather than becoming a liability to yourself. It's about learning the capabilities of your vehicle and negotiating safely wherever you travel.
In my experience, not everyone is capable of driving a large vehicle safely and efficiently and I would hate to see someone make a large financial commitment only to find out that this type of vehicle is not for them.
Education is key. Just sayin.

I think both points of view are important:

There is a lot more potential damage/injury by driving a 30ft RV for the first time than riding a bike; but, most people make that adjustment just fine and realize their initial fear was overblown.

Trying it out first before buying is a very good idea - especially if you are very unsure about your capabilities.

Not letting the fear overwhelm you and keep you from doing something you'd love is also a very good idea.