Tag: rv driving

What is the right RV length? There are as many ways to answer that question as there are people and types of RVs! What is “right” for a single person in their 20s isn’t the same as what’s “right” for a couple who is planning to retire and travel the country, nor is it the same as what’s “right” for a family of six with school-age children.

When choosing an RV there are many things to think about, and RV length is one thing you don’t want to overlook. Let’s look at different RV lengths, what you may want to consider when purchasing an RV, and how your RV length can affect your camping destination decisions.

You are grinning from ear to ear. It is almost as exciting as the day you first got your driver’s license and got to drive solo. You are about to drive away with your new RV in tow! You can’t wait to pull into the driveway at home and start planning your first camping trip! You jump behind the wheel and check your mirrors. You realize you can’t see behind you. Suddenly, the other feeling you had the day you first got your license hits you…fear. You wonder, How in the world do I maneuver this thing?

Just like the driving practice you needed before you drove a car solo for the first time; it’s a good idea to plan some practice drive time with your new RV before you hit the road. With these RV towing tips and a little practice, you and your new RV will be safer and happier on the road.

Two of the most difficult tasks involved in RV camping are backing up to hitch your trailer and backing into your campsite. Whether your motivation is making sure your path is free of small children and pets or simply avoiding starting out every camping adventure with the “joy” of miscommunication as you and your co-pilot try to work together to back into your campsite through gritted teeth, an RV backup camera can help keep you and your loved ones safe.