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Fun video: I had motor homes for almost 30 years. Tires are always something to watch. Never worried about water weight, always worried about running out.
We had a 32' Class C for a couple of years. Sold it a month ago. The RV life is full of unexpecteds whether it be mechanical or traffic related or reservation issues. It's not for everyone. We might try it again sometime with a tow-behind. I love the convenience of the Class C especially when boondocking - you never have to get out! But once you're at your destination the RV is your home so you gotta have some other means of transportation. (Yes, we did the electric bikes too - expensive!) With a tow-behind trailer you can drop it and go wherever. So give it some thought before you jump in.
I really appreciate you starting this channel. I have often wondered if buying a RV and seeing the country would be an option for me to pursue. After watching a hand full of these videos I am ready to….buy a plane ticket to Saint Somewhere and NEVER go RVing! Thanks….Seriously thank Bobby Doodles.
I'd consider that if you really want to see the country you wouldn't travel like Bobby is. Most people who've done this a while will stay a week to three weeks at a time and drive their towed vehicle around the local area to see everything at a relaxed pace. That really stretches out occurences of maintenance issues, trying to find a reservation, etc. He was rushing and only spending a few nights at most places. That's too much. You don't really get to relax and appreciate the locations.
Having just started RVing ourselves, we too have found it very difficult to find spaces available across most of the country. Then there seems to be a common “attitude” among the operators of those parks of “take it or leave it” at whatever price they can get. We have booddocked a lot more than we had thought we would have to, but it’s been OK. I can’t believe you are packing TWO bikes! We are enjoying the lifestyle but not the “attitudes”.
@Glamping Doodles, Tiger Run is ok but a little snobby, especially if you have an older RV! Hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in our lovely state, lots of great places to boondock all over the place.
You are a braver man than me Bobby. That is a seriously big vehicle. I would be concerned about getting it in to a situation I couldn’t get out of. I was once driving a large people carrier in Faro, Portugal. The roads in that town are ridiculously narrow and I came across a car parked on one one those roads and couldn’t get past. Couldn’t speak Portuguese to knock on doors to ask for it to be moved. Loads of traffic stuck behind me. Nightmare.
Thanks for sharing Bobby. We Have at 34 Class A and have done Colorado. Also have a Cessna 182T, and would much rather go in the 182. :-). Switchbacks are insane. Something you want experience, but don't want to do it again. hahaha
Very glad the flat didn't damage the rig. That "10 year rule" is BS. Especially when a regular joe buys a rig, the "low" monthly payments are based on a 20 year note. 🙄
@@joesmith3279 The “rule” is unfortunately pretty common at some resorts that pretend they are upper-class. Most campgrounds are not that snotty. I understand objecting to a “Cousin Eddie” RV, but many older rigs still look brand new when taken care of.
@@robertmills2900 Most of the ones with that rule will make exceptions for rigs that are in good shape. They just have to look at it first (or sometimes you can send them pictures).
My next last task before leaving a site is trash inspection and then finally unplug from "shore" power after the walkaround. It only takes once of driving while "jacked up" to ruin the rest of your day or trip, even worse than a flat tire. Good luck.
I just missed you bet we passed each other a few times , I crossed over the divide, went to a wedding and back , got a horrible case of people since my last trip 1975,
Hey Bobby great vid…the Glamping rules at independent RV resorts are ridiculous! Not everyone has a 44ft. Prevost…but, they will usually have a full lot….State Parks have silly rules too….get your medical back and we can watch you fly the world in a Beech Baron!
What beautiful country! Ah man I wanted the video to continue. Believe it or not I enjoy this more than sailing doodles which I’m finding the content to be rinse and repeat a lot.
Always entertained about an old neglected Class C Rv labeled Glamping RV. Bobby you need to do more than just put gasoline in your RV and spend a little $$ on your Bicycle if you want a dependable RV.
You being a Pilot, maybe it would be a good idea to create a checklist for preparing to launch for a new day. I wouldn't want to pull away with all that gear still down. Yikes!
I got attitude sickness in Breckenridge. It killed the whole vacation. Anything above 10k affects me. Humdifier works great for those higher attitudes.
I can deal with aLtitude sickness. Makes getting a beer buzz a lot cheaper! Lately, last 2 trips to Colorado, I have been sick of the new Colorado aTTitude. I lived in Golden, Arvada, Fairplay, Leadville, Buena Vista, Siverton, Ouray in the '70's znd 80's. I went back last in 2019. Pretty disappointing the new culture in this once great state.
Some of the rules people come up with are just dumb. I would do a Google review of the RV park. It will help others be warned of their dumb rules. Obviously, you didn't know when you reserved the spot by the river. It's still a very nice trip boondocking along the way isn't that bad just managing your water and waste. Safe travels Captian
Older RV’s break down a lot. Most RV parks don’t have room for onsite repairs and RV parts laying around. I’ve seen some shoddy RV’s that shouldn’t even be on the road.
I spent a little time in Blackhawk mountain at Vics Gold panning. Jessie is a great guy that runs the place. I did a little work for him down in the gold mine. Then they made a documentary of the mine after I had to leave. You should go. Great adventure out there.
Are you still trying to find someone to host? I have watched all sailing doodles. I have been a certified RV tech for 20 years. The Belize trip is awesome!
What does that RV weigh, 10,000 pounds? Dumping 300 pounds of water isn't gonna make any difference....... except of course if you break down in the middle of nowhere. Then you would happily sacrifice that pint of gas you saved for the 300 pounds of water.
What RV park was it Bobby ? ….a lot of people are getting tired of some slug making arbitrary rules over 3 feet right ? ….probably some old man ..who thinks he’s in charge
Bobby, check the dates on those RV tires. You don’t want outdated tires (over five to six years old) on your rig. The maintenance on RV’s is enormous like a boat. Great videos, my friend.
I was a bike nut at one time. My brother in law got t-boned by a truck and broke his femur. It kinda killed my road biking desire. I still like mtn biking. Looking good man!!
You said you had a lot of cars backed up behind you. Last I knew, it was the law in Colorado that if you have more than 5, you take the next pullout and let them by. And yes, cops love writing tickets for that. And a big plus on the ebike. Check the class. If it has a throttle or can go more than 20mph, it's not allowed on many bike paths. Pedal assist only and no assist over 20 is the rule. They should have told you that at the shop.
I always try to leave 25% of my water tank filled. I get the weight and with fuel being the way it is makes it more important. Don't count on getting water in major cities. Most public Access water valves have been removed to discourage homeless RV camps. It is impossible to find a a public clean water tap in Portland and Seattle.
That would be a pain in the butt to have to put up with that attitude at a campground. We go camping to have fun and then have to go through that kind of noise. The parks should allow older campers that are maintained, I don't get that either.
