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Old 11-09-2015, 10:06 PM   #1
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So how were your travels?

So how was everyone's summer travels and plans? Did everything go ok without out any major bumps along the ways
Is there anything that you would bring next time to make your trips even better?
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Old 11-09-2015, 10:58 PM   #2
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Wife and I had a very enjoyable 41 nights out camping this year in state and county parks, starting in March. We have built up a list of items to take and how we want the trailer set up, we check off all the items as we load the trailer so nothing got forgotten on any of the trips. Our Tundra and Cougar trailer just fits the two of us. Due to our trailers size and weight it can be towed by a half-ton truck, which is now a daily driver. The truck has proved out to be a joy to drive as well as allowing me to see much better at night and giving us a better view of the road then we had in our Camry. The trailer can be heated by a small electric heater, which I run off the 20-amp outlet on the pedestal and save the 30 amps for the couch. Only problem we had all year is a flat spot on one trailer tire that locked up on the trailer, changing pavement surface, had to replace the tire, cancelled last trip.
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Old 11-10-2015, 04:20 AM   #3
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We had a great year, unfortunately kids sports and school activities prevented us from getting out as much as we would have liked, but those events were worth it. We've added so much "stuff" over the years that are "nice to haves", I'm actually trying to figure out what we should/leave behind instead of what else can I add. Of course, I'm still looking at some camp chef accessories.
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Old 11-10-2015, 04:59 AM   #4
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Just finished only our 4th trip of the year.
First was Charleston, SC at James island County campground (5 nights)
Second was Ocean Lakes CG at Myrtle Beach, SC (7 nights)
Missed the whole summer due to my surgery
Late September we camped KOA New Bern, NC. (4 nights)
We just got back from Yogi Bear@ Daddy Joe's CG in Tabor City, NC (6 nights)
Thanksgiving trip was great, weather was prefect. Ocean lakes campground Myrtle beach, SC (9 nights).

Dang when you look at this 31 nights isn't that bad of a year. when you take the 4 months of summer out of the loop.
So with everything that has gone on this year we have had a great season of camping so far, looking forward to the next trip out.
randy
Oh yeah I did have one problem last trip out. Just had to get pictures download.

A nice $1000 plus dent and scratch. Don't even ask about this one.. Major fubar....
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Old 11-10-2015, 06:52 AM   #5
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Only "bump" we had was in the last of out Towmax tires (mounted as a spare)
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Old 11-10-2015, 08:54 AM   #6
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So far in our 3500 miles this fall no issues what so ever. I know this will probably jinx it, but it has been flawless. Did leave the TV antenna up for about 60 miles and finally noticed it during a turn. Cranked it down and inspected the roof. No problem and after several rains, no leak. Guess they are rated for that speed, just dont want any low hanging branches. LOL

DW and fur kids hanging out in Canyonville, OR RV Park. Chilly, damp and oh so nice.
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Old 11-10-2015, 05:52 PM   #7
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We had a great summer. Camped for 5 weekends down at "our" campground in SE MN to start off the spring/ summer. Kids loved playing with their friends from last summer again. Then we took off to Ithaca, NY with my parents along with us. Spent little over 2 weeks on that trip. Discovered: 6 people can sleep just fine in our camper, the camper is waterproof (it rained almost the whole time), and that when you forget to securely close the cook vent the "flipper" removes itself somewhere between Ithaca and Ohio. Hehehe, oops.

Then we had to stay home for the month of July and beginning of August waiting for the new truck. New truck came in in nick of time to take camper out to Missoula, MT for son's doctor appt. We were gone for about 10 days and made the loop thru ND, the highline in MT to friends in Kalispell, down to Msla, over to Craig and fishing, and down to Deadwood for the parade from cool deadwood nights for kiddos to see the cars. Awesome trip also!

And, lastly, already bought on sale for next summers trips: a collapsible step for under the steps into the camper. We found on the NY trip that a short grandma and sloped sites don't make for an easy entry and exit from camper for her. So, fixed it for next year.
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Old 11-10-2015, 06:28 PM   #8
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and that when you forget to securely close the cook vent the "flipper" removes itself somewhere between Ithaca and Ohio. Hehehe, oops.
new one around $8 on amazon watch what you order you can get the whole thing for $13

Then we had to stay home for the month of July and beginning of August waiting for the new truck. Jealous...did i say jealous.. yes i am. Got to see a new one tonight dually

And, lastly, already bought on sale for next summers trips: a collapsible step for under the steps into the camper.
got one for mama last year.. she loves it so do I..
dogs like it too.
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Old 11-10-2015, 10:07 PM   #9
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we're not ready to call it a years end yet
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Old 11-11-2015, 09:01 AM   #10
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We had a great year. We started way back in January and pretty much went somewhere every month, including a couple of big trips. Like someone else said, we've found that we have way too much "stuff" and spent the end of each trip eliminating something else that wasn't really needed. Already dreaming about what we'll do next.
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Old 11-11-2015, 09:20 AM   #11
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We had a great year. The only bump is it gets cold and we have to winterized. We made 18 trips between May and Oct for a total of 48 nights. Tried 6 new to us campgrounds. We were able to take our first grandson on his first camping trip at 3 month old. All in all a great year. When we camp we never worry about forgetting anything as there is always a store close by and we are alway looking to see what we can leave home so that set up and take down gets easier. The best trips are always the ones that we can set up and take down in 30 minutes.
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Old 11-11-2015, 10:42 AM   #12
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Sounds like everyone has had some great camping with minimal if any problems
I like the post about the antenna, now I know that if I'm out and we have big gusts of winds that I don't have to worry about mine pulling off and taking half the roof with it!
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Old 11-11-2015, 04:24 PM   #13
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Our antenna (which was down) was ripped off of our roof on our very last trip -50+ mph wind gusts. Also, it threw our steps down twice. Gotta love Wyoming wind.
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Old 11-11-2015, 04:50 PM   #14
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For my first year with a TT the family and I are very happy. The wifey and kids really like the luxury that the TT offers and I will admit it has appealed to my softer side as I have grown wiser this years.

We already have a trip set for Disney World in Jan 2016 so I would say we are hooked.
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Old 11-11-2015, 06:45 PM   #15
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Our antenna (which was down) was ripped off of our roof on our very last trip -50+ mph wind gusts. Also, it threw our steps down twice. Gotta love Wyoming wind.
Just out of curiosity was there much damage when your antenna grew wings or did it just pull the screws out as it left the trailer?
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Old 11-11-2015, 08:35 PM   #16
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We got out 7 times this year. Each trip at least 3 days. Not bad for still having to work full time and on different shifts. Loved all the trips. I cannot think of anything else I need to add to the trailer. There are a few things that don't go every trip but I have everything I need in the trailer plus a few extras. Hoping to get out early next year and maybe some new places.
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Old 11-11-2015, 08:47 PM   #17
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Summer is my hibernation time. Kinda like a Minnesota winter. So I try to do our travels spring, fall, and winter. This year we did the Bristol and Richmond NASCAR races. Then went to the indy500 for the first time. Also did a fly fishing school in the Smokies. I'm thinking that was about 3500 miles. We put the trailer in the shop in july for some minor issues. That 2 week job took 6 weeks. We had a trip "up north" planned in September but the sons wedding cancelled that. Right now we are in Louisiana doing genealogy and food research. Looking for a different way home...I-10 in Texas and Louisiana is terrible. The long way home might be 3 hours rather than 2. More trips next year as I'm retired and we are limiting our time volunteering.
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Old 11-11-2015, 10:45 PM   #18
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My summer sojourn was 100 nights , 9,000 miles. 4 tires,2 fenders ,1 converter. I crewed at 3 vintage road races, Indy vintage festival , Mid Ohio vintage race , and Road America vintage festival. Trip would have been longer but Bonneville Salt Flats Speed week was rained out. Still and all a killer summer. Home for annual maintenance chores , a few local race events , and Quartzsite in January. pic of one car crewed on ---Lou---
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Old 11-12-2015, 09:42 AM   #19
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From what I'm reading it seems that we all have different summers and winters. Here in BC it's pretty cold and if I'm correct most of the campgrounds are closed for the winter.
I can't wait until I get the go ahead to be able to travel again
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My summer sojourn was 100 nights , 9,000 miles. 4 tires,2 fenders ,1 converter. I crewed at 3 vintage road races, Indy vintage festival , Mid Ohio vintage race , and Road America vintage festival. Trip would have been longer but Bonneville Salt Flats Speed week was rained out. Still and all a killer summer. Home for annual maintenance chores , a few local race events , and Quartzsite in January. pic of one car crewed on ---Lou---
That looks a bit like a Lola, but maybe too big?
I need to stay on top of the vintage schedule and make a couple.
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