We spent three winters in Colorado over the Winter-it can be a test but if the Coach is good for it you could really enjoy it.
From and old post -- Tiger Run;
While not the answer to your question the pictures might provide some insight.
BOL,
From and old post -- Tiger Run;
Busskipper wrote:Billinwoodland wrote:
Just wondering how many class A owners drive in winter road conditions such as snow and ice. Do you all carry chains? Wife and I are penciling out our retirement which includes class A and up north in the fall (hunting and fishing). I have seen it snow up at my vacation house in the mountains every month of the year except July and August. How prepared are you for nasty, cold weather and how do you deal with it?
I'm one of the Crazy one's who would rather run the heater than the Air Conditioner. Having spent a lot of time trying to enjoy overcrowded places in season when we could finally pick OUR season we found we enjoy it the way it was when we grew up. not really that crowded and a lot more natural.
All that said -- yes I have driven in snow, the most was probably about 8" on the road, no I do not use chains -- the clearances on the tires is just too tight and they would damage the Coach. I have found that if you have experience, these Buses will run pretty well in the snow -- yes they can get stuck and yes they DO NOT STOP in the snow and ice, so you need to drive appropriately, which can be painfully slow. The nice thing is if it is too bad you can spend the night and leave when the weather breaks.
Being prepared for nasty cold weather, it is most important in how you have the coach built Hydro-Hot is a must (IMHO) extra insulation is a must, understanding the spots that are just not built for the cold (like the front windshield and the rear floor over the Motor and the Axles -- these areas are just not as well insulated as the rest of the Coach. They will require some thoughtful preperation if you are to winter in a cold region.
I could go on and on but I think you get the idea -- be smart in the way you drive and in the coach you purchase and you will be able to enjoy the Winters like many RV'ers.
From an old post on tiger Run in Colorado;
without a doubt COLD and Snowy Looks cold but clear;
"Down right inviting this guy worked hard to keep the snow off;
This is just really depressing and yes someone was in this Class C at the time;
Not a lot of Campers up in the high country in the Winter โ Might also look at Steamboat โ never been there but have heard rumors of some winter camping there. We have spent a few winters in Golden โ not that bad โ had โ17 for a week one year and 90 mile and hour winds for 6-8 hours once. Great little town and they push the snow off the sidewalks so you can ride your bikes. BOL, Great time to be in Colorado -- have done it fo three Decembers and will do it again when I get the chance. We have always stayed in Clear Creek in Golden -- right in town and can walk to a lot -- still only about 15 minutes to downtown -- the extremes are true but that just makes it more fun. From my times in Golden I still have a snow shovel in the Coach! BOL from and earlier post -- picture Most of the upper end coaches are good for extreme highs and lows in the weather, that said from my own personal experience Hydro Hot โ and good electric heaters โ will make the difference along with the other standards of a well built coach. Having spent three winters in Golden, just outside Denver, I can speak with personal experience on the matter. One year we had โ17+- every night for a week, with no issues. The only two coaches that did not have any issues in the CG we were in, were mine and an American Eagle, both with Hydro-Hot. Unlimited hot water and warm even heat are hard to beat. Your windshield is the only thing that is not insulated or double pain so just add some reflective bubble wrap on the really cold nights and you should be fine. BOL and enjoy Denver -- we loved it in the winter, Our site during an early snow storm one year;
Just to let people know, if you build them right they are fun Year Round. JMHO "
BOL,
While not the answer to your question the pictures might provide some insight.
BOL,
If you are concerned about the snow, you could consider south east Oklahoma (Broken Bow) or a place like Hot Springs, AR.
Hey, we love B V ! Let's see though - ave temps for 12/25 are 23 and 0. Not sure I would want to be there then!
I also advise to be very, very cautious of the weather. Great spots in CO generally mean higher elevations - hence colder and more chance of snow. Coupled with mountain driving that you may not be used to. Denver is at 5280 feet and not all that high and average temps there on Christmas Day are 42 and 19 - you will need some preparation for that.
