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October 24th, 2008 by admin

RVing is a favorite pastime for many families. Cruising through the Midwest, climbing the Rocky Mountains and discovering unbeaten paths are what sparks a family to purchase an RV. It represents a future of family vacations and building memories.

Perusing the RV sales lot allows a future RV owner to dream big. Brand new RVs look perfect and have that mesmerizing new car smell to the fullest extent. There are different models like Park Model, toy hauler, travel trailer, truck camper RV etc and different manufacturers like Fleetwood, Gulfstream, Keystone, Winnebago, Ford, GMC etc. Many times, a family will purchase a new RV of at least half or more of the value of their house. What seems like a romantic idea at the moment quickly becomes a realistic problem.

Families eager to take their new baby out for a road trip quickly curb their adventure until they have saved up enough money for gas. In addition to the poor gas mileage of RVs, the rising price of gas has many families barely commuting to work without testing how far the car will go on empty. The strain of higher gas prices only promises to increase with the summer travel season approaching, which lessens the possibility of traveling across the country.

So what becomes of the family dream of road trips and vacations? During the winter months, the RV sits dormant. However, families who have invested so much do not want to put their RV out in the cold. What do they do? One answer is renting an RV storage space.

Many RV storage spaces provide covered parking or garage parking. Another benefit of RV storage is that the facility should provide security by way of a fenced perimeter and restricted access to only allow tenants to enter.

RV storage also solves the puzzle of where a family can keep larger RVs when not in use. Many homeowners associations and cities do not allow long term parking for trailers, abandoned vehicles or RVs. Even if parking the RV on the street is allowed, it can be an eyesore to the neighbors and to the RV owner.

One way many families compromise the desire to take their RV on the road is by using RV storage camps. At an RV camp, campers can hookup their RV to water and electric lines and park their RV on the grounds.

It is also common for families to tow along a small SUV or car for short drives around the camp site or touring the area. Brining along a secondary vehicle is less hassle than unhooking water and electric lines from the RV. Driving an SUV or car will also save oodles of gasoline, which does help save money. Driving a small family SUV or car will also save time and allow the family to drive in and park in areas that might not have been accessible to large RVs.

RVs are also being sold by owners who no longer use them. Buying a used RV is one way to offset the high cost of new RV vehicles. However, one should do their homework on a used RV in order to make sure there is no history or accident. Having a check up done on the vehicle is also a wise decision and if the seller does not go along with having a check up, then you may be best to avoid the transaction all together.

Whatever you decide, there are many ways to buy an RV for a bargain and several options for parking your RV in between travels.

October 16th, 2008 by admin

The siren’s call of the great outdoors attracts millions of truck campers each and every year. Campgrounds across the country are filled with people looking to get out of their concrete jungles and into the fresh air and foliage that camping delivers. The accommodations that campers utilize are as varied as the homes from which they come.

Some might opt for a minimalist experience where a simple tent, campfire, and a fresh catch provide sustenance and shelter for the duration of their stay. Others like to bring all the comforts of home with them, and the easiest way to do that is with the help of an RV (recreational vehicle). The biggest RV’s can have every amenity you can imagine, from satellite televisions and hot tubs to waterbeds and wet bars. But they also have a big price tag and low gas mileage, and their size can make them difficult and intimidating to drive. For those who are looking for the camper experience without the size and price tag of a full sized RV, van campers fill the void and offer an affordable and manageable option.

Van campers - known officially as Class B Motorhomes - are customized cargo vans that have been converted into a functioning camper. By raising the roof slightly, and extending the length only a few feet, what was once a normal passenger van can now house a sleeping area, room to eat and cook, and even a bathroom. The amenities alone are enough to make van campers very popular, and it is their driving characteristics and price tag that make them a welcomed option for many prospective campers.

Available in two and four-wheel drive, van campers are as simple to drive as any large passenger car or sport utility vehicle. Unlike full sized RV campers, which are difficult to drive, especially in an urban setting of heavy traffic (and forget about parallel parking!), van campers can easily maneuver through any and all conditions, from muddy back roads to Broadway. Owners of large RV’s are often surprised to learn that some campgrounds and destinations are off limits to them due to their large size and massive footprint.

The larger RVs for sale often find themselves relegated to the outskirts of the campground (or parking lot, or town!). Van campers can go anywhere a car can go, so their owners can go just about anywhere they want to go - and it does not hurt that it can easily be stored in your garage or driveway when not in use. In fact, they make a great second automobile that offers room for many passengers or cargo.

Of course, when compared to their full sized RV counterparts there is a trade off to be made, and what van campers possess in positive attributes they lack in one important element: space. But the smaller interior does not necessarily mean that a van camper is equally lacking in amenities. Kitchen, sleeping, and bathroom facilities aside, heating, air conditioning, and televisions make van campers as fun as a night at home or in a hotel.

Speaking of hotels, van campers are not just for spending time on the campground. If it is the open road you crave then a van camper can help make your cross country road trip into an affordable reality. Not only can you save a small fortune on hotel rooms, the fuel economy of a van camper can help you see the country on a shoestring budget.

If you are considering the purchase of a recreational vehicle then you owe it to yourself to investigate the available models of van campers. With their smaller size, easy driving characteristics, fuel efficiency, and nearly unlimited accessibility to roads and destination, van campers have so much to offer in such a small package.

August 29th, 2008 by admin

Motor Homes are specially designed vehicles, which also serve as a temporary home, used for traveling. They are also called Recreational Vehicles, which are used for various purposes ranging from vacations, camping to full-time living as well and are also sometimes rented for living and tourism purposes.

There are different types of motor homes, which are used for different purposes. Class A motor home is generally constructed on the chassis of commercial trucks or motor vehicles which are specially designed or on other commercial buses. One of the largest kind consists of those which are formed by converting luxury buses, that have different luxurious items in it. Sometimes conventional vans are modified to form Class B campervans. Truck campers, travel trailers, teardrop trailers etc. are the other forms.

Bed, table, food preparation area and a storage space are the basic things included in motor homes. While large bathrooms, master bedrooms, big living areas etc. are often seen in the larger models. Due to advancement of technology different innovations have been made to the models and are now equipped with satellite TV, Internet connections and even providing space for carrying a car with it.

Specially designed RV parks are created for storing the motor homes and often they are supplied with water, electricity and sewer services, along with cable television and Internet connection as well. These parks often provide different amenities such as swimming, game rooms etc. There are some, which are kept in remote rural areas, and this method is known as boon docking. Even public campgrounds which have the least amenities and services are chosen for keeping the used RVs.

City, county, state and even national parks provide the opportunity of parking the motor homes and camping services are also provided by the US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. They are advantageous while living outside home and provides the comfort of a home, allowing people to sleep in beds of their choice, having food cooked by themselves and help to provide better organized living spaces that help to save money. It even provides safety from hazardous weather.

The disadvantages of motor homes consist of low fuel economy and the requirement to drive it for long hours and may not be manageable for all drivers. The best-known brand is Winnebago and others consist of Starcraft, Roadtrek etc. They are available in different price ranges from below $10000 to $1,500,000 or more.

August 18th, 2008 by admin

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