The most impressive rig we’ve ever seen while camping happened to be docked right in front of us. The 70-foot spectacle consisted of a top-of-the-line diesel Newmar King Aire luxury motor coach towing a matching stacker trailer. Inside the stacker was an Audi and a Honda Gold Wing motorcycle. You couldn’t help but stare and wonder what they thought of our entry-level setup.
When the congenial owner invited us inside to take a gander at the glorious interior, we couldn’t resist. From heated floors to multiple televisions and bathrooms, the thing was nicer and larger than many houses. And with a seven-figure price tag, it indeed was their home. They were full-time RVers—permanent travelers, professional friend-makers, and passionate learners. Towing a trailer with a large RV, however, can be a cumbersome task. It’s hard to back up, difficult to maneuver in adverse weather or challenging roads, and prohibitive when it comes to finding a campground that’ll accommodate such a large setup. We learned all this from our new friends. Likewise, an RV with a rear-loading garage eliminates the trailer but can gobble up a lot of interior real estate.
