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Old 03-28-2019, 07:29 PM   #57
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I understand, but...

We sailed for 25 years, and have been RVing for 10. A little younger than you, canadians.
In those 10 years, about 5 months/year, we did about 130000 miles in a DP MH, last fall all canyons out West.
Yes, some roads are bad, and you need reservations more than before.
We travel often with another couple, ex sailors also. They dride a Mercedes MH, a 26 footer. Less and easier maintenance, more travelling comfort, much easier to find spots with no reservations.
We are going that way. We don't really need the space of a large DP. And the new designs come with solar, lithium batteries, even king size bed...
And it opens up a lot of new boondocking spots we could not visit with a larger MH.

Excited again.
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Old 03-28-2019, 07:43 PM   #58
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Hmm, does a man quit playing because he gets old, or does he get old because he quits playing?
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Old 03-28-2019, 07:44 PM   #59
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Old 03-28-2019, 08:12 PM   #60
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Age and Weather

I am fast approaching 70 years and have been full timing for the last three, although we half timed for a number of years prior. I'm not all that concerned about age as long as I am physically able to drive defensively and maintain my RV.

Weather is a bigger concern as noted by many of the replies to this thread. We try to coordinate where we will be with area weather in mind and with things like potential flooding from rain and snow melt farther north. The National Weather Service seems to have the most accurate information and they are the primary source for Emergency Alert System weather notifications. Comparison of information from the Weather Channel and Accuweather don't always agree so, while taking a look, I am most comfortable with NWS information.

My best suggestion is to always know EXACTLY where you are, both the county and nearest major cities. A number of years and two RVs ago we were in the Branson, MO area when the tornado alerts started. We had our weather radio on but didn't know what county we were in. We did know there was variable wind and alot of rain. Suddenly the wind picked up and the front driver side corner of my RV roof peeled back about three feet. We were lucky that it wasn't worse and I'm not sure where the tornado was, but it was close. My wife was none too happy that I was on a ladder shortly thereafter trying to screw down and seal my roof. The lesson for all of my fellow RVers is if dangerous weather is a possibility ALWAYS know where you are.

Two weeks ago we were on the road heading east from Tucson and experienced mph wind and blowing sand and dirt. I'm happy to say that my Entegra Anthem handled the winds pretty well but at one point a loud rubbing noise started. I pulled over but couldn't open my door due to the wind and had to reposition 90 degrees. It turned out to be a panel under my coach battery compartment that had partially broken away from the screws holding it in position and was easily repaired. In this case I knew about the dust storms and was prepared. Lesson learned.
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Old 03-28-2019, 08:29 PM   #61
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We share your viewpoint.

Our 36' Monaco Dynasty has served us well for 22 years and well over 100,000 miles. Some camp sites are getting choosy, not accepting our reservations as the "coach is too old".


The interstate is in terrible condition nationwide. At least we're 'small' enough to still fit into many state campgrounds but we avoid the RV 'resorts' now. If they don't want our money it's their loss. Besides, we rarely used their overpriced 'luxury' features anyway.


We've bought a plot of land on a lake and are working our way thorough the home building labyrinthine regulations plus lazy builders that can't, or won't, build an energy efficient home for us. They don't want to invest any effort in building better structures. They are still building houses like it's 1956!


We're in our early 70s but still have our health. The coach will get replaced by a cruiser on the lake once we have our home and dock built. Then we will kiss the interstate goodbye with no regrets.
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Old 03-28-2019, 08:46 PM   #62
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I'm 76. My litmus test for getting out of RVing is - as long as I can put my pants on standing up, I will continue to pull my 5th wheel.


Your mileage may vary.
I'm 71 and find the 43' 5er comfortable and easy. We are on the road 6 - 7 months every year. When I see those talking of a B or B+ I think I may as well stay in the closet in our S&B.
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Old 03-28-2019, 08:47 PM   #63
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After reading this I also have the same feelings. I am 83 and the wife 80, I have breathing problems and I am not able to do very much and what I do it takes a while. Yes it is now harder to get reservations, a lot more people camping. Yes there is much more traffic and when you get older you don't deal with traffic as well. But you know if we didn't camp we would not do anything but set and look at four wall and wait to die. So we are going to try as long as we can. I let God show me the way.


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Old 03-28-2019, 10:27 PM   #64
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Interesting comments. I am blessed living in a less populated part of the country (Idaho) and, having some form of RV nearly sixty years : know the ropes. Completed a 9,000 mile circumnavigation of the continental US in the fall with few reservation issues.

I have had most types of RVs, except a class A. I can afford one but they don’t go where I do. I eschew commercial CGs. You need to be under 30 ft. to fit most places I go. And I am most happy withno CG at all.

I am old enuf (72) to know that once people get on a mind track you are on few change. I wish you the best with what you do next.
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Old 03-28-2019, 10:44 PM   #65
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Been traveling in a class A for 10 years, 75,000 miles all over the country. Spend 3-4 months a year in the MH. We are 70 years old and are worn out after returning from our winter trip in San Diego to Indiana. Been sitting on these feelings for over a week now, trying to put my finger on the issues.
1) Weather stress. Maybe I’m crazy but I don’t think I had to plan so carefully around weather. And weather scares me. It seems tornados or violent weather is a year round thing now. I swear I used to be able to travel in the summer and fall with hardly a care about the weather.
2) I think the increase in MH traffic has outpaced RV resort development. Difficult to find places and prices have gone through the roof..
3) While less of a concern, I believe our highways road condition has deteriorated significantly over the years.
4) Planning and maintaining the MH lifestyle used to a passion. Now it feels like a burden.

Probably gonna sell the 2012 36LA and I buy a nice touring SUV.

I am 74 andmy DH is 83...and we are not nearly ready to quit RVing. He has been an RVer for over 50 years. I am lots newer to the lifestyle...but love it. When DH had a broken arm last season,I found I was quite capable of driving the 1200 miles to our winter destination. If/and/or when he cannno longer drive a 40' MH towing our SUV, III will simply npbecime the sole driver. Webboth still love the traveling and folks we meet along the way.
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There is no magic formula to know when its time. Each full-timer will have to figure it out for themselves. If it is no longer fun, or too difficult to do (health or otherwise), then you will know it.

We are into our 9th year of living in this RV, I still enjoy moving from place to place at 70, staying a few weeks at a time, most of the year. But health can take a toll depending upon the particular camper. Probably a bigger factor than weather, bad roads, and less camping sites.

When it hits you, that it really is time, then embrace the next chapter, whatever that may be.
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Old 03-29-2019, 05:15 AM   #67
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Understanding capabilities vs. fun!

We are probably not your regular nomad RV'r. We bought new (with 4yr ext. war. knowing we would sell in 2 years. We did an "Epic RV Adventure" FT for 18 mo. touring the USA following weather and visiting with family and friends as we went. Back in a SoFL home for 1.5 yrs. now and do miss the RV lifestyle a little, but in our 70's and now take cruises 6X a yr. and spend more than a month each summer in Europe. So our lust for travel and adventure is still there, just do it differently and what is comfortable knowing our capabilities. Our health is good and we will rent our friends MH next fall and do a short 1 month RV trip just because we still miss it. Living is a home is good again, having fun and still living life to its fullest understanding what we are capable of and our idea of fun/adventure has somewhat changed through the years. So do what you are comfortable with and you enjoy and can afford in your sunset years that are a blessing.
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Old 03-29-2019, 05:18 AM   #68
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Future retiree

We have been RV'ing for a few years and look forward to traveling the country in the near future. One of the issues, number of RV'ers, is due to a good economy. If the cost of gas goes up or we go back into a recession the number of RV'ers will drop. Winnebego is seeing a big drop in sales. Even in my mid 50's I see us stopping in our early 70's.
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Old 03-29-2019, 05:53 AM   #69
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We have no intention of giving up the S&B. we live on a quiet country road with a small pond. We take small trips within a days ride of the house that has a lake view. I am 68 she is 64. We have a 25 foot class A that works for us. I fish while she sets up a machine and quilts under the awning. The nice part about this is we don't see all the work the S&B needs while out enjoying nature. We usually stay at a COE or state camp ground and always reserve our spot ahead of time. These are mini vacations away from our jobs. She is still teaching and I am a "Fulfillment specialist" taking care of the list of stuff you have to do because you happen to be someone's "Honey". All the crap you could not care less about but have to do anyways because you want to go RVing and fishing. AKA Honey-due list.
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wife and I purchased an older MH last year, and will probably only travel short trips for a few years. I am in my early 60's with a few health problems. We didn't pay much for the MH so won't impact us when we decide to sell. We will never sell the house, so we will always have our home base.
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