Best choice for long road trips
We are looking for advice on choosing between a 5th wheel and a Travel Trailer. We are keeping the length less then 31 Ft. We would like to know which of the two styles is best suited for long dist...
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In both TT and 5er the wheels make a big difference for highway speeds. For me highway speed is a big factor in long distance travel. With 16 inch wheels and tires I can drive 75-80 MPH. With 15 inc wheels and tires you cannot safely go over 65 without expecting blowouts. So get 16 inch wheels or drive around 60 mph as your top speed, if you have the standard 15 inch wheels.
When we had a TT we pulled it with a van and it was like having an additional bedroom available if we needed it. When traveling we could take the van seats out and provide extra storage or a sleeping area. Even with a weight distribution hitch the Van and TT were susceptible to wind gusts.
With the 5er we have a truck that is more comfortable for travel than our van, suv or sedan. For long trips it is a great ride and pulling the 5er there is no wind impacts-except on mileage ;)
This may not apply to you but in NM you cannot pull a boat behind a TT but you can behind a 5er. I pull double in AZ, TX, and NM for fishing trips.
If I was going somewhere to spend a lot of time in one spot I would pick a good size 5er. If I am traveling frequently and spending a week or less I would take a smaller TT. If I am just driving and moving on then buy a van and porta potty :)
When we had a TT we pulled it with a van and it was like having an additional bedroom available if we needed it. When traveling we could take the van seats out and provide extra storage or a sleeping area. Even with a weight distribution hitch the Van and TT were susceptible to wind gusts.
With the 5er we have a truck that is more comfortable for travel than our van, suv or sedan. For long trips it is a great ride and pulling the 5er there is no wind impacts-except on mileage ;)
This may not apply to you but in NM you cannot pull a boat behind a TT but you can behind a 5er. I pull double in AZ, TX, and NM for fishing trips.
If I was going somewhere to spend a lot of time in one spot I would pick a good size 5er. If I am traveling frequently and spending a week or less I would take a smaller TT. If I am just driving and moving on then buy a van and porta potty :)
