Could This Be It?

A customer came into our showroom last night and asked me a very basic question that I hadn’t been asked in some time.  It was such a basic question that I asked myself, how many other people ask themselves this too?  So, to help all those first time RV’ers or soon to be RV’ers, here you go.

 

Q:  Which RV is best for me, a motorhome, travel trailer, or something else?

A:  A motorhome is a good choice if you move around a lot with brief stays in each place; you probably won’t need another vehicle for sightseeing or chores; if you need a vehicle, however, you can tow a small car or truck.  An advantage of a motorhome over a towable RV (trailer or fifth wheel) is that you have access to the unit while you’re on the road.  It’s easy to grab a snack, for example, or use the toilet (tell the driver to avoid fast turns!).

A trailer or fifth wheel is often the best choice for full-timers because they can park it and then drive the tow-vehicle.  For RV’ers who spend weeks or even months in one place, a fifth wheel or trailer is often preferred.  Towable RVs are also much less expensive than motorized ones. 

A truck camper is an excellent choice if you already own a truck.  You’d be surprised how many features are packed into these compact units.

For infrequent family campers, and campers on a tight budget, a light weight travel trailer is an excellent choice.  These are generally among the least expensive, lightest RV’s, and can be pulled behind a small to medium-car.  Some are surprisingly plush with porta-potties and even showers.  Many new RV’ers start off with one of these for family summer vacations and then move up to a more substantial unit later.