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usmcshepherd
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Jun 23, 2013

New 2013 Lance 1172

I would like to thank the numerous RV.net members who have offered their opinions and help this past year in answering my numerous questions about a new truck camper as it was well worth it. This past week we traded in our Pinnacle and are glad to report we are back in a truck camper again. While the 5er did what it was required to do (provide a long term living solution for my family so they could be near family during a recent deployment to Afghanistan) we are SO glad to be back in a Truck Camper. And not just any truck camper but a new 2013 Lance 1172!

We only recently acquired our new Lance so I can't report a lot in it yet but the last couple of days have been very enjoyable as we travel to my new duty assignment which is taking us from CA to VA. While there have been the expected minor issues with the unit overall we are thrilled with it. The side entrance, dry bath and especially the rear recliners are great. Once we finish with this journey across the country I'll report more on the unit and detail more about its pros & cons. Anyway...I just wanted to thank everyone who offered advice and opinions to get us where we are as well as let others know that there is a Lance 1172 owner available to answer questions!

Semper Fi!
USMCShepherd

10 Replies

  • Lets see those pictures. I sure love the idea of having a place to sit down in a TC besides at the table.
  • Have a good trip... the kids will like the east coast too.

    Again, thank you for your service...

    Jamminalong, thank you for you military service too. I do remember.
  • What a great looking setup you have, should make for a great cross country trip! Thank you so much for your service, my son-in-law, a Marine also, just transferred last month from VA to Cherry Point, NC. Good Luck and have fun on your new adventure.
  • Awesome! Very happy for you and your family.....what a great way to start from coast to coast.
  • Sounds great. Hope it's nothing but the best for you and your family. And many, many thanks for your service to our country.
  • Congratulations on Your New Camper, May You and Your Family, Have Many Happy Adventures with it. SemperFi!

    Bob in Calif.
  • We have the recliners...I've heard about there being a sofa version but I've yet to actually see one...every 1172 unit we looked at between TX and CA has had the recliners. I believe I'd prefer the sofa if given the option as recliners are too short for me to really use comfortably and as others have said they are difficult to close. I'd prefer just a sofa with a storage drawer underneath!
  • Congratulations!! I just watched a video on the 2013 Lance 1172 and it looks quite impressive. Something for me to look forward to.
    Do you have the sofa in the rear or two seperate rocker/recliners?