sask934 wrote:
Hi all, brand new and about to buy my first travel trailer.....looking for peoples opinions.
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First up is a 2014 Palomino Puma 30-RKSS anniversary edition $25,000
Next is a Jayco 2013 flight 33RLDS $28900
Both have the dinette and not the booth. The Jayco has two sofa's and the Puma has one sofa and two rocker.
What would you buy? Why if you would be so inclined
sask934 - Fist of all, welcome to a fellow Canadian! :)
I note from your previous follow up replies you don't intend to tow the RV with the think you have, and that is probably a wise choice.
My choice between the two trailers you asked about is clearly the Jayco, and that is based on the floorplan. It is very similar to mine -
see for yourself. We love this floor plan as it makes great use of the space in the trailer. There is a distinct living area, kitchen area, dining area, bedroom area, and the bathroom is easily accessible (on both) when the slides are in - important for bathroom stops while on the road. The rear end window on the Jayco was also a requirement for us for those campsites that back onto a lake or some other scenery - picture window!
Not only that, but Jaycos are well built, come with a 2 year warranty and are well regarded amongst RVers - important when time comes to sell. My previous RV was a Jayco hybrid that a couple drove 1200 miles to come to buy. 'Nuff said.
You mentioned your wife's preference for counter space etc - you would be very wise to try and assure your wife's satisfaction in buying what is essentially a home away from home. Check out the counter space on my RV - there is even an extension to that counter! My wife and l are most happy with that kitchen. Wardrobe space is also likely an important concern for her and the Jayco seems to have more.
So in conclusion, if the choice has to be one of the two the Jayco is the winner. But don't feel you have to buy at the show. Better to buy your second trailer first than to have buyer's remorse.
