Wife and I were 56 when we bought our 1st trailer, a 23ft. Starcraft Autumn Ridge. I had never pulled a trailer of any kind before in my life and was a bit concerned too when we picked it up. It was a piece of cake. I was comfortable with it by the time we got home and even backed it into the driveway with little effort. Just take your time and increase your following distance and have fun. And yes, we have already upgraded, after 2 yrs. with the 1st. one, to a 28ft Coleman 268rk with a slide. We a taking "the big trip" out west the end of August. It will be my first experience with REAL mountains. This forum has been my source of education. Thanks everyone for sharing your knowledge.