Information About Bigfoot Campers

{ November 18, 2008 @ 7:21 am } · { RV }
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Bigfoot is one of the leading companies in the industry of manufacturing quality recreational vehicles, one of which are campers. Bigfoot campers offer exceptional quality, comfort and style, and come equipped with numerous standard features designed to meet the most demanding recreational vehicle lovers expectations. Bigfoot offers several styles of truck campers, travel trailers, and Class C Motorhomes. Here are some top of the list Bigfoot campers:

Bigfoot 1500 Series Truck Campers
These Bigfoot campers are the lightest and most aerodynamic of the Bigfoot Truck Camper lineup. It features Bigfoot’s proven two-piece molded fiberglass construction, these models are insulated using a high-density 1″ polystyrene insulation, and come equipped with an impressive list of standard features, high quality appliances, and three stylish interior decors to choose from.

Bigfoot 2500 Series Truck Campers
Available in both long and short box configurations, Bigfoot 2500 Series Truck Campers are insulated using a 1.5″ high-density polystyrene insulation, and feature a comprehensive list of standard features, large exterior basement storage compartments, and enclosed, insulated fresh and wastewater holding tanks, that are heated by a 30,000 BTU high output furnace. These are Bigfoot campers that are constructed out of two molded gelcoat fiberglass shells that are joined together similar to a deck and hull of a boat, thus giving the camper its extremely durable and weatherproof design.

Bigfoot 3000 Series Truck Campers
These deluxe wide-body Truck Campers offer proprietary Fibercore Wall System, which in combination with standard features such as a slide-out dual battery compartment, high output 30,000 BTU furnace and enclosed, insulated and heated fresh and wastewater holding tanks will allow outdoor enthusiasts greater functionality during the winter months. These Bigfoot campers are the top of the line in the Bigfoot Truck Camper lineup, and feature durable construction combined with superior insulation values.

Bigfoot Motorhomes Line

Bigfoot 4000Series Motorhomes
Every Bigfoot 4000 Series Class C Motorhome is designed to be the best in its class, and is manufactured with many interior and exterior refinements you would normally only expect to find in luxury Class A Motorhomes. They are the flagship of the motorhome lineup.

Bigfoot 3000 Series Motorhomes
Each one comes equipped with many standard features that will satisfy all your RV lifestyle requirements. An abundant amount of exterior storage in each of the available models will allow you to safely stow your bicycles, golf clubs, and skis, or any other essential item you may require to enjoy your leisure time activities.

Bigfoot also has travel trailers which are manufactured to the same quality and by the same kind of craftsmanship as Bigfoot campers and motorhomes.

History Of Travel Trailers

{ November 17, 2008 @ 6:33 am } · { travel trailer }
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If you’ve experienced going on a trip and having to spend big bucks on hotel reservations and accommodations and airplane tickets, and you don’t want to go through that money-draining endeavor again, you’re part of the target market of travel trailer companies.

A travel trailer for sale, also referred to as a caravan, is basically a trailer that is towed behind a road vehicle. Its main purpose is to provide a place to rest and sleep that is more safe or protected and comfortable than a tent. Some people have taken to using a travel trailer as their lodging when they go on a holiday trip or on vacation. This way, they won’t have to find a motel or hotel or camp out on the ground in the middle of nowhere; the savings and protection they’ll have are assured.

You can find several companies that manufacture travel trailers, especially in North America and Europe where they are popular. There are different kinds of travel trailers; some come with very basic features and design, while others come with all the furnishings, including furniture and amenities, of a home. Moreover, some trailers use modest equipment, while some have modern to truly state-of-the-art trappings. With the wide array of options available, you can find a travel trailer that is perfect for your traveling needs, family size, and budget, among other considerations. A travel trailer these days can be classified as recreational vehicles, motorhomes, fifth wheel trailers, truck campers, and pop-up trailers.

Smaller travel trailers and pop-up trailers are primarily designed for touring purposes, so they are generally lightweight and easy to set up for continuous travel. Normally, they can be towed using a large car or a small truck, but some lighter trailers of this kind can be towed by a motorcycle. Larger travel trailers are designed to fit the needs of a full-time user – they function as a home. These trailers can be towed by a highway tractor, SUV, large truck, or a towing vehicle built especially for such purpose.

A modern travel trailer that is middle-ranged (weighing at around 5,000 pounds or 2,250 kilograms and measuring at 18 to 25 feet) usually offer the following features: gas or electric powered refrigerator; microwave cooker; gas or electric powered oven, stove, and grill; gas or electric powered heater; sofa or full beds; electricity by battery or external hookup; toilet, complete with flush-water tank and removable disposal tank; shower; radio; CD, DVD, and MP3 player; and TV with satellite or aerial dish. Other modern features include air conditioning units, tow-hitch stabilizers, screen rooms, external barbecue points, and separate wastewater tanks for wash water and sewage, among many others.

Budget Travel With An RV or Motor Home

{ November 14, 2008 @ 11:11 am } · { RV }
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For many people, nothing compares to the freedom and versatility of enjoying the open road in a recreational vehicle or truck camper.

There is certainly much to be said for taking your hotel with you wherever you go, and the savings on hotel costs can more than pay for the initial cost of an RV for sale.

One of the things that makes an RV so popular among budget travelers is that it frees travelers from many of the issues typically associated with sticking to a travel budget.

For instance, traveling with an RV frees the traveler from having to shop early for the best deals on airfare, hotels and rental cars. That’s because the RV serves as the hotel room, and as transportation as well.

Many seasoned travelers even buy a travel trailer which they use to tow their car, or even a pair of motorcycles, along behind them.

Of course, the RV lifestyle does have some considerations for the budget minded traveler, not the least of which is the price of gas to fuel it.

Most recreational vehicles hold a lot of gas or diesel fuel, and filling one up can result in sticker shock for many new owners. It is important to weigh the cost of fuel when determining if an RV is the right choice for you.

Traveling in a recreational vehicle or motor home is often a good choice for those who want to travel to different locations, and it may be less suited to those who visit the same location year after year.

As a matter of fact, many of those travelers who visit the same location every year find that the thing that suits their budget best is buying a vacation home.

Buying a vacation home, and renting it out when it is not being used, can be a good way to both save money on lodging and build equity for the future.

For those who want to travel the country, however, there are few things to compare to doing it in your own RV. Many RV owners come to love the freedom of the open road, and the money they save, so much that they end up hitting the road full time, traveling from RV park to RV park and enjoying the country from coast to coast.

One great budget saving tip that is well known in the RV community, but less well known among the general public is the fact that Wal-Mart’s from coast to coast allow RV owners to park for free on their lots.

That is why, when you visit your local Wal-Mart, you may have seen a number of RV’s parked near the edge of the lot.

This situation is a win for both parties RV owners have a safe, well lighted place to camp for the night, and Wal-Mart receives much needed income from those RV owners who frequent the store in the middle of the night to pick up those little things they either forgot to pack or used up along the way.

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