THE PICNIC PLACEMAT
YOUR FIRST RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
You have been thinking about it for years.  Your friends have
one.  You see them on the highways.  You hear the stories
about the good times.  Now it is your turn.  You are going to
purchase your first RV and join that elite group known as
RV'ers.
In recent years, motor homes or RVs, have become the preferred
method of travel for many. They can make traveling more enjoyable, as
you can appreciate the scenery, which you can't do in a plane. You can
use the rest room without stopping, which you can't do in a car. And you
can stop anytime you want, which you can't do in a train.  And because
you are traveling with a bed in the back, it doesn't matter what time you
stop for the night.  Also, you don't have to worry about getting all your
stuff out of the hotel in the morning if you are staying in different towns
on your vacation
There are basically two types of RV.  One is motorized and the other
is towed.  The motorized units can range from the ultra deluxe units to a
small, fully contained van.  The towed units can range from a luxurious
fifth wheel with numerous slide out to a small travel trailer.
On the other hand, many people prefer a travel trailer or fifth wheel.  The
convenience of being able to set up at a site, unhook, and use the tow
vehicle to make short trips around the surrounding area is definitely a
benefit.   This is especially true for those travelers who stay at one
location for an extended period of time.  There is no need to have an
additional tow vehicle as those who travel by motorhome would have to
do.
Beginner RV.  Helpful information and tips.  Factors to
consider when deciding on your first RV.  Motorhome,
fifthwheel, or travel trailer; they all have their advantages.  A
tough decision for the first time RVing
Class A Motorhome
Of the motorized RVs, there are three types: Class A, Class B and Class
C.   Here are the differences:

Class  A:   This is the largest and most                                        
expensive type of motor home.  They have                                             
all the comforts of home such as living area,                                 
bedroom, dining room and a kitchen.  The                                               
driver and passenger seats can actually                                               
spin around so they can double as a couple                                       
extra chairs in the living room.  The thing that makes these so popular is
they drive just like your car.  Except for the size, you don't need to learn
anything different when driving a Class A, as they don't take much to get
used to.
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Class B:   The smaller Class B motor home is built on the same chassis
as a van with a raised roof.  These are fairly small, generally speaking,
but are also easy to drive.  They contain a living area, bedroom,
bathroom and a dining area as well.  They are quite a bit smaller than the
Class A and they have less overall space and the sleeping quarters are
quite small.

Class C:   If your budget is tight, the class C                                            
is for you.  They are considerably smaller                                            
than the other two classes.  The sleeping                                            
area is built over the drivers cab. This type                                              
is built on a truck chassis.  The nice thing is                                         
that these also have a living, bath and dining                                     
area, but they are going to be rather small.  The low cost and towing
capability of the Class C makes it good choice also.
Class C Motorhome
                                      When faced with purchasing your motor              
                                       home, there are a lot of options to consider.        
                                       From what size  motorhome you will be                
                                       comfortable with to what your budget can            
                                       handle.  It is advisable to take a test drive            
                                       before you buy the motor home. How does          
                                       it feel? Can you drive it comfortably?  Is               
                                       there enough room for your passengers?            
                                       Is the bathroom large enough?  You have to feel
absolutely sure about the motor home. Try every thing out before
committing to buy. If you are not sure you want to own an RV, you can
rent one instead. If you don't think you will use it very often or can't afford
it, renting may be a good option for you.