2003 Foretravel U320 Unicoach

2003 Foretravel U320 Unicoach Previously $245,000 – Now $195,000 40 ft. diesel coach with 2 slideouts, leather furniture, washer/dryer, built-in safe, Bose surround sound, solid surface countertops, cherry cabinets and more! Offered from Genuine RV Store in Nacogdoches, TX. Learn more about this 2003 Foretravel U320 Unicoach! Find more great RVs on  Read More →

RV Weekly Round-Up (Nov. 28 – Dec. 4, 2009)

Check out these highlights of RV-related news, events and video from this past week. 1. When Will We See Hybrid Motor Homes?: Read the article by Lug_Nut to get his take on the long-term practicality of hybrid vehicles and the potential costs of ownership. Just remember to be courteous to others when joining the discussion on this controversial topic. Read more  Read More →

RVIA Show, Louisville Ky, Salem Ice Cabin

Well, the show is over, the booths are closed and the weary sales reps are packing their roll on bags and preparing for the trip home.  All in all, the prevailing attitude seemed to be that the worst is over the long climb back to a vibrant RV industry has begun.  Most vendors and manufacturers are willing to acknowledge unticks in sales and production.  Several new RV models were unveiled from the likes of Fleetwood and Tiffin, along with a couple of new chassis models from Spartan and Freightliner.  Attendance at the show was respectable and RV industry economists are forecasting modest sales growth next year assuming there are no major shakeups in the economy. One thing we will be seeing in the near future will be new ads from the RVIA in the “go RVing” model.  There was one very unique RV model featured at the show the likes of which I had never seen.  Not being an ice fisherman I was not aware of this, or it is new, I’m not certain which.  I thought this was worth looking at to show the range of options open to RVers. Salem Ice Cabin   This is the Salem Ice Cabin.  As you can see from the next photo, the plan is to tow this RV onto the frozen lake, and then lower it down onto the ice to facilitate a comfortable winter fishing trip. Lower the tires   The tires stow safely out of the way. stowed tires   As does the two hitch. the hitch is stowed   Let the fishing fun begin! ready for fishing   This is a closeup of the holes in the RV floor which... Read more

2006 Franklin Coach 456

2006 Franklin Coach 456 Previously $32,995 – Now $27,500 45 ft. unit with 2 bedroom-1-1/2 bath and 4 slide outs. Features dishwasher, GE Spacemaker Washer & Dryer, Private toilet, Garden style tub/shower, and more! Offered from Countryside RV Sales in Gladewater, TX. Learn more about this 2006 Franklin Coach 456! Find more great RVs on  Read More →

RV Cooking Show – Crockpot Ham ‘n Beans in Moab, Utah

What could be better than a few days in magnificent Moab, Utah, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, and Dead Horse State Park? Exploring Moab and environs then returning to a fragrant, ready to eat crockpot full of delicious ham and beans. Stick with your RV Cooking Show friends and we’ll show you how! Read more  Read More →

Is HDTV Wiring Just Smoke and Mirrors?

HD (High Definition) TV is taking over the market.  Broadcast networks are all switching or rapidly making the transition to this newer technology.   The difference in picture quality is quickly recognized when both SD (Standard Definition) and HD are compared.  All the new TV’s, DVD and satellite receivers are being built to deliver this format, including video game hardware like the Sony Play Station.   Read more  Read More →

RVIA Show, Louisville Ky Opening Day

Well, the first full day of activities has now concluded here at the RVIA show and Linda and I are worn out from walking and talking.  We are somewhat overwhelmed with the size of the show and amazed that this show is less than half the normal size.  I told Linda there is no way we will be able to see and absorb all that is here. Today started out at 6:30 AM with the opening breakfast and associated ceremonies including entertainment and several speeches by industry dignitaries including Jim Sheldon RVIA Chairman, pictured below: Chairman Jim Sheldon This activity was very upbeat and positive, with information about the current state of the RV industry and predictions regarding future sales.  I will be devoting more time to the opening activities in a later post. The show actually opened at 9am, following the breakfast and we began to explore the many RVs and vendor booths at the show.  There were three events scheduled for this day that we didn’t want to miss.  First one was at 11am where the new Fleetwood RV was to unveil their first new product, a “crossover” motorhome known as the Encounter.  Here is a brief video of the Encounter. This RV was introduced by John Draheim COO of Fleetwood RV, and then a tour followed.  I will have more on this RV in a later column. Next we visited the Tiffin area to see Bob Tiffin unveil his “BIG” surprise.  This was certainly the most clever event we will see at this show.  Tiffin had the new RV covered... Read more

Neat new tool for RVers: Dyson’s powerful handheld vacuum

By Bob Difley Two situations facing RVers in this holiday season are (1) What to give our favorite RVer (a spouse or son/daughter, maybe) and (2) How to clean up the old rig and make it presentable for visits from family and assorted holiday merry makers. Luckily Dyson, the vacuum people, have come up with something that will fill both requirements. I’m referring to the Dyson DC31, a powerful new handheld vacuum that will have your clean up chores finished before the fun of using it wears off. Dyson recently sent me a DC31 vacuum to test (probably upon hearing about the current state of cleanliness of my motorhome) and I agreed to put it to the test. These are the findings of me, my wife, her sister, my brother-in-law (who vacuumed out his entire car), niece, and nephew, all who participated in the testing over the Thanksgiving weekend). The first thing I noticed was the powerful suction, what Dyson calls their patented cyclone design (ten years in development, twice as efficient as a conventional motor, spinning at 104,000 RPMs). twice as power-efficient as a conventional motor,. The claim was that it is the only handheld vacuum that doesn’t lose suction over the length of the battery charge. I can attest to this, having used it right up to the end of its charge. The Root 6 utilizes a 21.6 volt lithium ion battery that gives ten minutes of continuous suction. And this battery, Dyson claims, re-charges three times faster than the competition. I can’t guarantee that, not... Read more

2009 Hurricane 34N

2009 Hurricane 34N Previously $127,565 – Now $106,415 34 ft. triple-slide gasoline coach w/ Full Body Paint, single windshield & extra large basement storage. Features 2 roof A/C units, corner shower w/ glass enclosure, leather furniture and more! Offered from RV Town in Everett, WA. Learn more about this 2009 Hurricane 34N! Find more great RVs on  Read More →

2008 Airstream Safari SPORT

2008 Airstream Safari SPORT Previously $37,625 – Now $33,445 22 ft. trailer w/ Convection Mircowave, sleeper lounger, sleeper booth dinette, 2 burner cooktop and more! Offered from Ewald’s Airstream of Wisconsin in Franklin, WI. Learn more about this 2008 Airstream Safari SPORT! Find more great RVs on  Read More →

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