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10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Used RV

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Buying an RV is a very exciting part of millions of Americans’ lives. There are also millions who buy their vehicles used. Anytime is a good time to purchase an RV when you’re ready, but many people tend to do it in the fall or early winter. During the fall and winter months, many retirees and other snowbirds are heading towards warmer climates, while those who just finished their last RV adventure of the season are looking to sell their vehicles.

There are many reasons owners decide not to keep their motorhome or trailer. The main reason an RV owner sells their rig is usually to buy a new or newer one with all the newest technology and safety features. Sometimes, they sell a relatively new one because they realize it’s too small or too big for their needs. Of course, sometimes, less-than-honest owners try to pawn off a problematic vehicle onto unsuspecting newbies who didn’t do their homework.  If you do it right, however, buying a used RV can save you thousands of dollars and still give you the dream RV you were looking for. On average, a vehicle that is about three years old is nearly half the price of a brand new one off the lot. Now, that’s a huge savings! Before you buy, ask yourself the following ten questions to make sure you’re making a sound decision.

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Off-Road Safety: Trail Riding Tips for Dirt Bike & ATVs

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The racing season is beginning again and riders are taking their dirt bikes and ATVs out of storage. Some people only ride on Motocross tracks, but others only love riding in the great outdoors. Motocross is about racing and finishing ahead of everyone else. The bikes made for this type of sport are much lighter than a trail bike. Trail bikes offer a smoother ride and are built for the technical difficulty of trails.Read More »Off-Road Safety: Trail Riding Tips for Dirt Bike & ATVs

Renting an RV for the First Time: What You Need to Know

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If you’ve been considering buying an RV and want to rent one first, you are making a wise decision. Many people rent various types of RVs—campers, trailers, pop-ups, full motorhomes—before deciding which kind of recreational vehicle is right for them. It’s never a good idea to buy anything before being sure it fits your lifestyle and needs. You may need less (or more) space than you originally imagined you would, but it’s always best to find out while you’re only renting.

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Buying a 2017 RV? These Are What’s Trending

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If you are an RV owner you probably already know that the RVing trend is rapidly growing with millions of Americans getting on the road in new RVs. RV shows this year are showing tremendous profit, which means that people are buying RVs rather than renting them. RVing is spreading across ethnicities and age groups. Many women are traveling solo or in all-female groups. Younger people are getting in on the trend too. As usual, retired snowbirds are still enjoying their RV lifestyle.

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Winter RV Traveling Safety Tips

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The wisest tip anyone can give you is to change your plans if you learn that a severe storm is headed your way just as you’re about to head out on the road. You’ve looked forward to this trip for a long time and anticipated that winter RVing would be fun for everyone, but safety should always come first. Read More »Winter RV Traveling Safety Tips