Class C RVs

Class C RV Safety Tips for Solo Travelers

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

As the weather warms up, Class C RV enthusiasts are hitting the road to enjoy fee-free weekends at National Parks and spring and summer adventures. While traveling across the country brings a sense of freedom and limitless possibilities, it is especially important to stay safe when traveling. Ensuring safety is the first step in making sure you have years of vacations ahead of you. Below are a few ways Class C RV enthusiasts can stay safe while on the road.

1. Be aware of the surroundings. Arriving during daylight hours can decrease risk of problems both at RV campgrounds and in parking lots. Scouting out a safe location and assessing neighbors and the overall atmosphere is important. If an area feels unsafe, leave. Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable, it is your responsibility to leave and find a safe place to sleep. Rest areas should be used during the day but are not meant for overnight parking. Class C RVs are easy to park almost anywhere, so use that to your advantage.

2. Leave an itinerary with someone trusted and check in. Let someone know dates and locations of each leg of the trip. If plans change, notify someone immediately. This information becomes crucial if a person goes missing or car trouble leaves them stranded. If possible, check in every day or every few days and let your friend or family member know your whereabouts. Having a sticker on your Class C RV or some other unique identifier can help authorities track down your Class C RV if it does get stolen.

3. Take extra food and water. Flat tires and car failure can happen to anyone. However a break down or flat tire in a remote location without cell service can spell out hours or days before help arrives. Be sure to carry extra clothes and blankets, food and water. If you arenÕt sure where you are, don’t leave your location. Getting lost will only add unnecessary complications and can put your life in danger. Also, give your Class C RV a once over before heading out. Check tires, oil and lights.

4. Spend overnights in busy areas. Camping in a busy campground or parking lot ensures a higher rate of safety than camping in a remote area. The old adage safety in numbers wasn’t invented without a reason. Being around other people helps people watch out for you. Robbers arent as likely to cause problems with a group of people around.

5. Carry a cell phone or calling card at all times. Having a means of communication can save a life. Being able to contact authorities or call a tow truck can ensure safety and save you from days stranded somewhere. Having a Class C RV will at least provide comfortable shelter while you wait.

Solo travelers are not necessarily at a higher risk of danger than other travelers but they can be easy targets for theft or assault. Avoid being a target by wearing minimal or no jewelry. Do not flash expensive electronics. Make friends with locals and other campers.

Being safe when you’re traveling alone in a Class C RV takes a little extra vigilance. If you stop to go hiking, be aware of landmarks and have a map with you. Take your safety seriously. Chance and circumstance play a part in life, but in the end the only one who is responsible for your security is you.

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How to Enjoy Extended Trips in Your Class C Motor Home

Monday, March 29th, 2010

Enjoy your retirement in a Class C motor home. This can actually be truer than you think. The Class C has plenty of room for a couple and is very easy to drive. Read on for some tips to enjoy your retirement in a Class C.

Plan Short Get-a-Ways

The best way to ease into retirement in your new or used RV is to plan a small trip or two—just a few short weekend trips to get you used to using your RV. During this time, you can get used to any quirks your RV may have and quirks you may not have known you had!

To optimize these trips, take a pad along with you to start a checklist of items you need. Once you are in the RV, you will start saying things like, “I wish I would have brought this,” or “It would be great if we had that.” When you discover these little things, write it down for your next tip.

Take Part in Longer Trips

Once you have mastered the weekend trip, you will want to start taking one to two week trips in your RV. This will give you the opportunity to really get to know yourself and your RV. You will still want to take a notebook to write down things you wished you had. The more you travel, the more you will discover the comforts you want to take with you.

It is always best to take these “pre-trips” before you start extended road trips. You can quickly lose your enthusiasm for RVing if you are out for a month when you discover you forgot your favorite slippers. Or worse yet, you get on the road and you discover you have no way of refilling your medication.

Plan the short trips and slowly extend them,and you will find extended trips in your Class C motor home goes a lot smoother.

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Motorhome, Class C: Travel Safety Tips

Friday, March 19th, 2010

We are always asked about the best places to take a motorhome. Class C motorhomes are no different. People want to take them everywhere from sunny beaches in California to the deserts of Nevada to the icy wonders of Alaska. Before you pack up and go anywhere, you should be aware of some safety tips.

Know the Environment
How you prepare your RV for a trip will depend greatly on where you are going. Travel safety tips will range from carrying extra fuel (for places like Nevada and Alaska) to a wench for the swampy grounds in Louisiana.

It is always wise to be prepared for the worst. Therefore, you should check the following:

Temperature -
- Antifreeze – Different antifreezes vary on how cold they protect. Therefore, if you are traveling to a cold environment, you may need different antifreeze.
- Pipes – An unexpected freeze can break sink lines and water hoses. Therefore, check your RV for proper insulation to prevent lines from busting during a freeze.
- Coolant – Long drives in hot weather can be harder than you think. Spare water is always good to carry just in case your RV wants to overheat. Better yet, pack some extra coolant just to be safe.

Tires -
- Pressure – Believe it or not, the temperature outside can affect your tire pressure. Hotter weather has a tendency to expand tires so check them often.
- Chains – When you travel through the mountains during the winter, you may come across roads that require chains. Carry a set with you so you do not have to cut your trip short.

Emergency Service -
- Cell Phone Coverage – Most likely during part of your travel you will be incommunicado. To stay safe, try to determine where these places will be and plan accordingly.
- Fuel & Service Stations – Stay aware of your fuel usage and fill up often. While you are there, take the time to check your tires and gather some provisions.

Traveling around in a motorhome can be wonderful if you plan ahead. Take some time and learn about your destination to keep your travels safe.

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3 Kitschy Places to Visit in Class C Motorhomes

Friday, March 12th, 2010

We understand that half the fun of owning Class C motorhomes is discovering new places. Everyone has heard of the classic stops like Yellowstone, Niagara Falls, and the Grand Canyon, but what about the places off the beaten path? Let’s talk about the hidden places you only find if you own your own RV? It is for that reason we have found some more remote locations.

3 Places to See in Your RV

Booger Hollow, Arkansas - Located in Pope County, Arkansas, Booger Hollow sports a total “population of 6 humans and one coon dog.” You can find Booger Hollow on Highway 7. You might also find Chigger Hollow on the same road. It isn’t much more than a good laugh but you can pick up a baby booger burger while you are there.
Junction, Texas – Located in Kimble County, Texas, Junction holds claim to one of the best fly fishing spots in Texas. Anglers from all over come to try their hand at fly-fishing on the San Saba River.
Odessa, Texas - Located in Midland County, Texas, Odessa is the site of meteor crash. The small museum at the crash site has a piece of the meteor on display. More than just a museum for this meteor, it provides nice information about other meteors as well. While you are there, you can also check out the world’s largest jackrabbit. This jackrabbit stands 6 feet tall and is a sight to see.

While some RV enthusiast may want to see the big and famous attractions, others like to stop and smell the roses along the way. While these three places may or may not be a tourist destination, it sure is worth stopping when passing by. After all, what good are Class C motorhomes if you can’t stop and enjoy the sights along the way.

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RVs Online: Motor Home or Towable RV?

Saturday, March 6th, 2010

When you start looking for RVs online, the first thing you will notice is all the options you have for RVs. If you thought that an RV was just a tour bus, then you were seriously mistaken.

RVs are broken up into two categories: motor homes and towable RVs. Each has their own advantages and their own subtypes.

Motor Home
The motor home is so named because they have a motor. If you can drive it, then you most likely, it falls into this category. They are then subdivided into three classes.

Class A – This is the largest of them all and what most people think of when they consider a RV. It looks like a big bus on the outside, but the inside looks more like a home. It will have everything inside that you would find in a house.
Class B – On the outside, these look like campers or a conversion van. However, they are just smaller RVs built on a truck or van frame. What differentiates them from conversion vans is the accessories. To be considered a motor home, it must have eating facilities, bathroom facilities and sleeping areas.
Class C – These are a bit bigger than your Class B but smaller than your Class A. The Class C is also a popular choice due to the price.

Towable RVs
As the name suggests, these RVs are towed behind a truck, van or SUV. Don’t underestimate these. They can deliver just as much comfort as the motor home. They are subdivided as follows.

Travel Trailer / Fifth Wheel - These are your big daddy RVs. They can have anything you want installed. If you can get it installed in a Class A, then you can get it installed in these as well.
Toy Hauler - The name says it all. This is an RV with a garage. The garage can be used to haul around your favorite toys (motorcycles, 4-wheelers) or it can be converted into an extra room (hot tub, pool table).
Pop-Up – Smaller than the rest, these are popular for first timers. Some people keep the pop-up all their lives and swear by them. However, once you caught the RV bug, you will start looking for something bigger and better.

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