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Re: Shopping for First RV: Travel Trailer choices - HELP!
OutdoorPhotographer wrote: I'm going to second three things. 2. Don't buy an ultra lite if you are making longer trips or potentially full timing. From one outdoor photog to another, thanks for your reply. As one who advised against an ultra-lite, but didn't give reasons why, I would appreciate it if you might expound on your admonishment. I will indeed be making longer trips and I do hope to spend 8-9 months a year in the RV. If you have the time, I'd love to know what potential problems an UL present. I really am into the 2016 Keystone Premier 22RBPR and the Freedom Express 246RKS style "high-end" ultra-lites.353Views0likes0CommentsRe: Shopping for First RV: Travel Trailer choices - HELP!
Thanks to those who have taken the time to reply. I appreciate the food for thought. That said, some responses contain definitive opinion without explanation. For example, at least two posts said something to the effect of "don't buy an ultra-lite", but neither specified why. Is it because they are not 4 season? As I said, I would avoid heat and cold extremes. Is it because they are unpleasant to tow due to wind/turbulence/passing trucks? Is it because they are more difficult to climate control? Is it because they are not as durable? ??? But, I do like definitive statements! Like "stay in the 24-28 foot" range. The replies have also illustrated the variances in perspective from one to another. A washer and dryer? Do people really have those instead of visiting the occasional laundromat? Books? It's 2016 ... Kindle/iPad/iBooks ... I am a backpacker and world traveler and am used to traveling light. I live a very simple life. To narrow down my lifestyle ... I need little in the way of clothing or possessions. I would travel alone, except for having a couple buddies join me for a week or two once a year. I only need my laptop, my camera gear and my guitar. Space will not be an issue. Interesting comments about buying used first. I've always been a buy new kind of guy and, tbh, I am a bit creeped out by buying a used RV. I am looking for an RV show, but I think this is the wrong time of the year as I plan to buy within the next few months to get out of Illinois before the brutal winter. However, there is one in Indianapolis September 23-25 that I will plan to attend. I know renting would be great. However, AFAIK, most rental places only offer motor homes, not TTs. Plus, I would be buying a tow vehicle at or just before the same time. I can't tow anything right now. A couple of other questions come to mind ... The models I have been interested in have a full size 60 x 80 queen bed. Can I replace the mattress with the queen mattress I use in my home? I also prefer the rear living floor plans where there are a couple of armchairs/recliners. Would it be a problem to toss these and put my nice leather Lazy Boy and a parrot cage in the space? How much customization do any of you do to the interior/floorplan? Thanks again.353Views0likes0CommentsShopping for First RV: Travel Trailer choices - HELP!
Newbie to RV; newbie to forum. Shopping for a TT for extended living/potential full-time. 1. SIZE - I'm a loner so my first question is going to be size. All my research suggests that people usually buy too big instead of too small. I don't want to feel claustrophobic, but I don't want rig size to limit my ability to boondock and get in and out of national parks and such. I've been looking at 28-footers like the Freedom Express 248RBS and 246RKS. I don't have a tow vehicle yet either, and would love to be able to only need a F150. 2. BRAND - I've researched the top TT brands and, for whatever reason, have been drawn to Coachmen and, specifically, the Freedom Express line. Confused by whether I'd need a four season or non-ultralight/lightweight. I would avoid cold or extreme heat anyway. The most confusing thing has been big manufacturers like Coachmen who have so many product lines and models. Can anyone tell me the difference, for example, between the Freedom Express and Apex Ultra-Lite? Did anyone recently shop both and choose one over the other for a significant reason? The product lines just in one company alone are overwhelming. I've started to look at Dutchmen and also other Forest River products, but even within Coachmen I end up confused. Any replies are appreciated.2KViews0likes9Comments
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