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  • Introduction of the 89RB New Adventurer Truck Camper Floorplan.

    Adventurer is a leading edge manufacturer that has been building truck campers since 1969. We moved our production facility from Abbotsford, BC Canada to Yakima, WA USA in 2008 and our focus has been on building the lightest, best built and best valued truck camper in the industry with many innovative weight reducing techniques and floor plans that many manufacturers simply don’t have, like our 950B (Bunkhouse camper), 80GS ½ ton capable 8’ truck camper with a bath, shower and a galley slide-out and only weighing 1506lbs, to last year’s sensation 86FB which provided an 8’6” non-slide truck camper with large holding tanks, large wet bath, face to face dinette, generator option and yes it fit short or long bed trucks and many customers asked where is the slide because of the room it had.

    This year for 2013 Adventurer has built another industry leader taking many of the features from its sister 86FB and supersized it…

    Introducing the Adventurer New 89RB truck camper from Adventurer…  an 8’ 9” floor length and yes it fits short or long bed trucks. We added a larger bathroom, more storage in the heated basement, outside service center including all of your hook-ups and outside shower behind a locked insulated door. All this built 4-season ready with closed cell block foam insulation and with optional argon gas filled thermal pane windows this unit is ready for the extreme cold or extensive heat. The 89RB comes in at a scant 2389lbs base dry weight easily fitting on all of your ¾ ton trucks and a couple of the newer ½ ton trucks. We have also included 100% interior and exterior LED lights for longer camping battery life and brighter lighting, when you include the Adventurer exclusives of TCC (True Composite Construction)with our industry leading 3-year structural warranty, “Comfort Step Bumper” with easy folding 2 step system and the lowest price in the industry make Adventurer a must see truck camper for consumers and dealers alike. For more information visit our website at www.amlrv.comor contact Greg Tucknies Sales Manager at 509-895-7064 or greg@amlrv.com.

    Contact Information:
    Adventurer LP (ALP)
    3303 W Washington Ave
    Yakima, WA 98903
    Greg Tucknies – Sales Manager
    Ph: 509-895-7064
    Email:  greg@amlrv.com.

  • Quality manufacturer since 1969

    Adventurer is a leading edge manufacturer that has been building quality RV’s since 1969. We moved our production facility from Abbotsford, BC Canada to Yakima, WA USA in 2008 where we bought the old Alpenlite production facility here in Yakima. We were able to immediately offer an 11% to 15% price reduction in our products offered, quickly moving ALP into the value leader in quality manufacturing.

    ALP builds truck camper under the Adventurer and Eagle Cap brands along with Class C units for a large rental dealer making ALP a strong and healthy manufacturer.
    Our focus has been on building the lightest, best built and best valued truck campers in the industry with our Adventurer line. After purchasing the assets of Eagle Cap truck camper in 2010 our goal was to continue the Eagle Cap tradition of the “Built Like None Other” Eagle Cap exclusive “Hybrid Aluminum Fiberglass Super Structure” and keep it true to its followers since it already had a strong customer following. ALP started production at our Yakima facility in Feb 2011 giving the Eagle Cap its own dedicated line and its own exclusive employees to build it to continue its tradition and now with a healthy manufacturer the line will be around for years to come!

    ALP has been experiencing double digit growth and is projecting record sales again for 2013 in both truck camper lines and in rental motorhomes.
    ALP has some very exciting plans for new growth in the future and welcomes all inquiries from dealers looking to expand their lines, truck campers are a strong profit point for dealers now and worth another look as a dealer principle… it’s not grandpa’s truck camper anymore.
    Visit our website at www.amlrv.comor give me a call and let’s talk about the opportunities!

    Greg Tucknies – Sales Manager
    Ph: 509-895-7064
    Email:  greg@amlrv.com.
    Adventurer LP (ALP)
    3303 W Washington Ave
    Yakima, WA 98903

  • 2013 Tampa RV Show, What’s Hot!


    You’re invited to check out the latest Diesel Pushers, Class A, Class B Plus, Diesel Super C, & Class C motorhomes that will be on display this week at the Tampa RV Super Show in Tampa, Florida starting January 16ththrough 20th, 2013.
    Thor Motor Coach, North America’s most trusted and chosen motorhome manufacturer since 2010 will have several new motorhomes on display throughout the RV show at the Florida State Fairgrounds in sunny Tampa, FL.



    Tampa RV Show Dates:
    1/16/2013 through 1/20/2013
    Tampa RV Show Hours:
    		 1/16/2013   9 AM to 6 PM  Wednesday
    1/17/2013   9 AM to 6 PM  Thursday
    1/18/2013   9 AM to 6 PM  Friday
    1/19/2013   9 AM to 6 PM  Saturday
    1/20/2013   9 AM to 5 PM  Sunday
    Tampa RV Show Address:
    Florida RV Super Show
    Florida State Fairgrounds
    4800 US Highway 301 North
    Tampa, FL 33610
    Complete Florida RV Show Details, Entry Coupon, & Show Map

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    Quick Look at a few of the exciting new products you’ll find at the 2013 Tampa RV Show…

    Super C Motorhomes with Diesel

    The new 33SW “Super C Motorhome” has been added to the Four Winds and Chateau line just in time to get ready for summer camping.  This new platform Class C is built on a powerful Ford F550 truck chassis, equipped with a PowerStroke 6.7L diesel engine.  This brawny beast can tow a whopping 10,000-lbs and even includes a built in brake controller for hook-up, and get going right from the dealership.  Check out the coolest thing to happen to Class C RV’s in a long time!!


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    Class C RVs

    The 2013 Four Winds and Chateau Class C Motorhomes are a staple of the Tampa RV Shows. These are two of the top selling Class C motorhomes because they offer the best combination of value and substance.  Look for the new 26A floorplan with an innovative rear slide design providing a shorter coach with a full walk around queen bed in display #220 & 610 at the 2013 Tampa RV Show.


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    Class B Plus Motorhomes & Sprinter RVs

    The fuel efficient 2013 Siesta and Citationmotorhomes have an exciting offering highlighted by the creative use and abundance of exterior storage.  Fun items like campsite stereo speakers and removable rear TVs make these models great for tailgating too. If you’re looking to go diesel, look no further, the Siesta & Citation are available on the diesel sipping Mercedes-Benz Sprinter RV chassis.
    Look for the popular 24SR model on the Siesta Sprinter and Citation Sprinter brands, two slide-outs including one that slides out the rear wall in the bedroom.


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    Diesel Pushers & Luxury Class A Diesel RVs

    You’re invited to submerge yourself in the life of luxury, so let Tuscany be your vacation home. Think of it as your own private villa conveniently located wherever you park for the evening. With breathtaking styling, elegant comfortable furnishings, and 5-star amenities the Tuscany is just the beginning of memorable luxury vacations.
    With popular floor plans like the 42-foot, 42WX and 45-foot, 45LT luxury liners the Tuscany will satisfy even the most discerning consumers.  The all new compact 34ST Tuscany XTE is dressed to impress as a fuel-efficient alternative for those looking to down size from a larger coach. 


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    The 2013 Palazzodiesel pushers packs all the goodies of bigger rigs in a low-profile, value priced package. The state park friendly, 33-ft. to 36-ft. floorplans are the perfect size to accommodate the full timer or occasional weekend traveler.   The Palazzo line has already earned a solid reputation for being the best value in its class.  Watch for the 36.1 bath-and-a-half model to make its retail show debut in Tampa!!


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    Class A RVs

    The already bestselling class a motorhome brand A.C.E. gets even better with the introduction of the new 27.1 model.  This new wall slide model is big on features, but small in size.  As the first ACE to feature a “King” bed, the 27.1 makes the most of wisely using space, yet inherits all the features that have made the ACE so successful. See why the A.C.E. (class A & class C Evolution) is the best selling gas Class A motorhome at the Tampa RV Show between the Expo Hall and Floating Restaurant.
        •   Pet & Family Friendly / EZ Clean
        •   Cockpit Overhead Bunk Bed
        •   Compact & Easy to Drive
        •   HD-MAX™ High Definition Exteriors Optional
        •   Thor Motor Coach’s Motorhome Mud-Room™
        •   PC Workstation & Tech Charging Station


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    For over 16 years the best selling Hurricane Class A Motorhomes have been the motorhome of choice for families hitting the road for RV adventure… See how the Hurricane is still turning heads with dynamic new exterior looks, and wows campers with increased interior ceiling height and expanded interior storage capabilities.  The new HD-MAX™ graphics are going to impress!
    Be the first to check out the new 34E bath and a half model, or the 34F wall slide model!!
    The new 2013 Windsport Class A RVs get an increase in interior height making the coach even more livable with more storage space.  Looks for the reasonably priced Windsport next to the floating restaurant at booth #205 at this year’s Florida RVShow. 
        •   HD-MAX™ High Definition Exteriors with Gel Coat Optional
        •   Optional Cockpit Overhead Sleeper Bunk (Most Models)
        •   30′ to 35′ in Length
        •   34E & 34F models can accommodate a stackable washer and dryer
        •   Thor Motor Coach’s Birds-Eye View Safety Window™
        •   Available in 5 floor plans


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    Luxury Gas-Powered Class A RVs

    Trumping their competition, the gas-powered Dynamic Duo of Daybreak and Challenger continue their success with the introduction of new floorplans, stylish interior decors, and massive exterior storage spaces. The new 37GT Challenger has quickly became the most talked about new floor plan. The 37GT with its residential style kitchen with a beautiful peninsula bar and wine rack make for one the largest kitchen countertops in the industry. Stop in to find out why the 37GT is the most innovative floorplan of 2013…
    Daybreak line of motorhomes are not only the best value in the luxury gas class a motorhome segment but the all new 32HD also offers the largest shower in its class.


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    2013 Tampa RV Show’s Best of Show

    What’s everyone talking about, Thor Motor Coach’s incredible new HD-MAX™ high definition full color exteriors with long lasting premium gel coat. HD-MAX™ should be at the top of the must see list for anyone looking for a new motorhome in 2013. This new innovation in exterior décor is turning the motorhome market upside-down. These amazing new color packages cost thousands of dollars less than the traditional full body paint schemes.  Look for the HD-MAX™ high definition color exteriors in the popular ACE, Hurricane, Windsport, Siesta, Citation, Four Winds, & Chateau brands including the Thor Motor Coach’s all new Super C Motorhomes.


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     For more info about Thor Motor Coach call (800) 860-5658, visit http://ThorMotorCoach.com/, or write to: Thor Motor Coach, Inc., PO Box 1486, Elkhart, Indiana 46515.

  • Winnebago to Debut Versatile ‘InTable’ in Tampa

    Forest City, Iowa-based Winnebago Industries Inc. will introduce the new Winnebago Sightseer and Itasca Sunova 35G floorplan to the retail market at the 2013 Florida RV SuperShow scheduled for Jan. 16-20 at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa.
    According to a press release, the gas-powered Sightseer and Sunova Class A motorhomes offer four full-featured floorplans, including the all-new 35G. With three spacious slideouts, the 35G features a unique extendable U-shaped sectional sofa/sleeper and the exclusive “InTable,” designed to function as an end table, dining table, island and desk. The “InTable” also has flip-up ends to expand its working surface, offers storage and is mobile so that it can be used throughout the front living area of the motorhome.
    In addition, a full complement of Winnebago motorhomes and towable products will be on display at the show, including:
    • Winnebago Tour and Itasca Ellipse 42GD with four slideouts, a unique forward galley, 55-inch LCD TV mid-coach with great lounge seating in an L-shaped extendable sectional sofa, a spacious bathroom and extendable dining table.
    • Winnebago Vista and Itasca Sunstar 26HE, a value-loaded floorplan that is ideal for RV enthusiasts of all ages.
    • Winnebago Journey and Itasca Meridian 34B, a new floorplan that brings an extendable sectional comfort sofa sleeper and three slideouts.
    • Winnebago Ultralite, a new entry into the lightweight travel trailer market that features a blend of Amish craftsmanship with 21st century styling. At less than 6,000 pounds, the Ultralite can be towed with most of today’s smaller tow vehicles.
    Courtesy of RVBusiness.com

  • New Lance Truck Camper Sports Rear Slideout

    Lance Camper Manufacturing Corp. has designed a double-slideout lightweight truck camper floorplan for 2013 that includes a 25-inch rear-extending sofa/pantry extension. The 20-foot 4-inch Lance 1172 — one of 10 in the Lance truck camper series — has a 3,690 pound dry weight due to the extensive use of lightweight Azdel and Liteply panels along with Schwintek lightweight slideouts. 

    New for 2013 across the Lance lineup are a high-gloss fiberglass exterior, one-piece TPO front caps, new wood and wallboard choices, one-piece molded countertops and raised-panel cabinet doors. Centered between the wheel wells to provide a lower center of gravity, Lance camper’s other amenities include backup cameras, dual pane windows, four-season insulation, interior LED lighting, propane generator and custom-design molded tanks to provide maximum capacity per floorplan. 

    MRSP: $37,693.

    Source:  RVBusiness.com

  • Winnebago Minne Winnie

    The legendary Winnebago Minnie Winnie — the Class C coach that introduced thousands of Americans to RVing — is back!

    The all-new Minnie Winnie is available in three floorplans, each featuring abundant living and storage space, and each priced to deliver incredible value.
    The Minnie Winnie features an overhead bunk and private bedroom as well as a convertible dinette or sofa-sleeper (plus bunk beds in the 31H floorplan) making it ideal for families looking to spend quality RV time together.
    Factor in Winnebago’s legendary build quality, including fiberglass roof and SuperStructure construction, and the appeal of this value-priced coach becomes practically irresistible.
    Learn more about the new Minnie Winnie here.

  • Winnebago Industries earns Ford Quality Program approval

    Winnebago Industries Inc. has again received Ford Motor Co.’s “fully meets” classification as part of its “Truck Quality Program.”

    The “Truck Quality Program” is the highest honor awarded to vehicle modifiers, and is based on an assessment of a modifier’s engineering capability, design and build process controls, management commitment and quality control procedures.
    Ford said the purpose of the program is to assure vehicle modifiers have the capability and processes in place to “complete the vehicle in a repeatable manner that maintains the integrity of the Ford chassis system, meets federal and other standards in place at the time of the build, and provides end users with a quality built vehicle that meets their expectations.”
    Winnebago Industries has received Ford’s “fully meets” classification every year since the program’s inception in 1997.
    “Once again, Winnebago Industries is proud to earn the fully meets classification from Ford’s ‘Truck Quality Program,’” said Winnebago Director of Quality Control Chuck Hughes. “Our top priority is to manufacture the highest quality motorhomes on the market – and it all starts with the chassis. Meeting the stringent requirements by Ford to earn this classification shows that we are maintaining the integrity of the chassis while at the same time building the superior products our customers want.
    “We hold Ford’s ‘Truck Quality Program’ in high regard and we will continue to strive to meet their expectations, as well as those of our customers.”

  • The RV Lifestyle – On a Budget

    Grandma should make wiser decisions when traveling…

    How do I know this?

    Well, for starters if she had been in the safety of an RV, she wouldn’t have gotten run over by one of Santa’s pesky reindeers! 

    As we continue to roll through this holiday season, many RV enthusiasts are already taking the right steps to achieving safe passage through the season by looking at new ways to budget for the RV lifestyle.

    Throughout my time working in the RV business, the question of how to better budget one’s money for the RV lifestyle has been a constant from potential customers, peers and more. For many travelers, it’s a tough question. After all, how does one find time to budget for the RV lifestyle? 


    Well thankfully, there is a remedy for you RV budgeting woes and it involves following a few simple money-saving tips. 


    Quit Eating Out So Much!

    Let’s face it. Odds are if you’re a traveler then you definitely enjoy trying new restaurants when you’re out on adventures.  With that said, if you’re planning to create a more budget friendly RV lifestyle, you may want to consider backing off the convenience of eating out in order to save some more of those hard-earned nickels and dimes.

    According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistic 2011 Consumer Expenditure Report, the average American household spends $2,620 per year dining out. That’s a pretty decent chunk of change folks!
    Here’s the thing, you’re RV has a kitchen in it so use it! Most come with everything you need to make a top-notch meal for you and your family.
    Think about it. Not only will you be able to save more money because you’re eating out less, but you’ll also be able to come up with some handy recipes just in time for your first trip in your new toy.


    There’s No Place Like Home… I Mean Your RV

    Sure, there’s nothing better than getting comfortable at a little hotel when out on the open road, but why not take advantage of well, owning that RV!

    Sometimes finding a place to pull over for the night can be a daunting task. Taking advantage of travel-based member groups like AAA or RV parks like KOA can help you save a ton of money.
    Also, there are a number of state and national parks in the country which offer overnight parking for RVs. Not only are these a great way to save some extra money when out on the road, but they also offer easy access to some of the country’s most breathtaking scenery.
    Would you rather wake up looking out of a 15thstory hotel window in some big city or wake up to the sun setting over the Rocky Mountains (which is also far less as expensive)? 


    It’s Time To Talk About the Giant White Elephant in the RV…GASOLINE!

    Ok, so obviously one of the most difficult parts of budgeting for the RV lifestyle is the cost of fuel.

    One of the first and easiest to start saving on fuel is by taking advantage of the right types of vehicles. Ever considered towing a smaller car or even a motorcycle trailer with you on your adventure? What better way to shave a few dollars off the travel budget than having the ability to park it and forget it while still being able to travel around.
    Even better, have you ever considered parking your RV and jumping on a bicycle to get around, at least when it comes to the immediate area? Who wouldn’t want to save some money and get a little healthy exercise in at the same time?


    The Wrap Up

    Perhaps the most challenging part for any traveler when it comes to budgeting for the RV lifestyle is coming to the realization that in order to save money, it actually requires them to adapt to new habits. For many of us, we’re so set in our existing traveling ideals we’ve become unwilling to change.

    But, if you want to save money, then it’s time to acknowledge the luxuries you can survive without! The small things add up – so start working on that budget and Happy Holidays!


    Darrin Michael currently serves as the eCommerce/Marketing Director at Dave Arbogast Buick GMC Vans RVs in Troy, Ohio. In addition, he also teaches Internet Development at Edison Community College.  He’s been featured on a number of other industry related blogs including Woodalls, RV-Pro.com, DealerRefresh.com and more.

     

  • EverGreen Site Features Updated Product Info

    Middlebury, Ind.-based EverGreen Recreational Vehicles LLC recently launched a new website, www.GoEverGreenRV.com, in conjunction with its new product introductions during the Louisville Show.
    According to a press release new features include:
    • Inclusion of Bay Hill, EverGreen’s newest fifth-wheel product and the new Sun Valley travel trailer series, along with photos, floorplans and specifications for both.
    • Up-to-date floorplans, décors, specifications and brochures for all of EverGreen’s existing product lines updated for 2013 including the Ever-Lite, Ascend, i-Go and Element travel trailer lines.
    • Improved navigation to better assist users in finding the exact EverGreen brand and floorplan they are looking for, along with information pertaining to each floorplan’s décor, specifications, amenities and features.
    • Optimization of the site so it is easier to view on mobile devices such as smart phones and tablets.
    • An enhanced dealer locator that will enable consumers to more easily find EverGreen dealers, map their locations, and in some cases view their available EverGreen units on the lot.
    • A calendar on the main page to keep consumers and dealers updated about upcoming shows and other special events where EverGreen products can be seen.
    • A news feed on the main page that allows web surfers to see the latest information and blog entries pertaining to all of EverGreen’s products.
    “There have been so many new developments, new brands and exciting changes here at EverGreen in the last year, we decided to launch a new website that is specifically designed and enhanced to showcase all of our products and keep our dealers and consumers up to date on everything that is going on,” said EverGreen Vice President of Sales and Marketing Doug Lantz. “Our dealers rely on this information to serve their customers and consumers use this information to make the most informed buying decisions about our products, so it was important for us to create this new website to serve both groups and to create a site that will be viewable via newer devices such as second generation tablets and smart phones.”

  • EverGreen’s New Sun Valley Travel Trailer Now on Lots for 2013

    EverGreen Recreational Vehicles, LLC announced the premiere of Sun Valley, their newest travel trailer brand for 2013.
    The Sun Valley travel trailer was designed with the input of RV enthusiasts and dealers to be EverGreen’s most exciting travel trailer to date. Like other EverGreen products, Sun Valley is lightweight, easy-to-tow and utilizes many of the same revolutionary design features that have made EverGreen an industry leader in innovation. The 2013 Sun Valley will debut with many of the most popular floor plan designs and features that dealers and consumers want most.
    The Most Floor Plans of Any EverGreen Brand!

    Model S24RBfeatures a rear dry bath and tub with a mid lounge and kitchen with sofa slide out.
    Model S26FK is Sun Valley’s front kitchen model with the bedroom in the rear and comfortable sofa slide out.
    Model S29RLW is a deep slide model with sofa/dinette slide out, rear lounge chairs, dual entrances, and front queen sleeping area.
    Model S29KIS was built with EverGreen’s popular island kitchen, rear dry bath, deep slide sofa/kitchenette seating area, and kitchen slide out, adding lots of entertainment space.
    Model S28RBK has a fun and versatile outside kitchen, rear bath, and kitchen slide out.
    Model S28RLSfeatures a pair of rear lounge chairs, with a sofa and kitchen slide out facing a dinette slide out, mid dry bath, and queen sleeping area with a separate entrance.
    Model S29RBK is a deep slide model housing a sofa and dinette with a rear dry bath and outside kitchen.
    Model S30BHKmakes plenty of sleeping room available in a bunkhouse configuration with a deep slide for lounge and seating, outside kitchen and plenty of entertaining space.
    Model S29QB has additional sleeping space with rear bunks separated from the kitchen, lounging, and sleeping areas by a mid dry bath.
    Model S29QBK has additional sleeping space with rear bunks separated from the kitchen, lounging, and sleeping areas by a mid dry bath and EverGreen’s popular outside kitchen.
    Model S31REWfeatures lots of floor space due to its dual deep slide outs housing a pair of lounge chairs on one side and a sofa/dinette on the other with a mid dry bath between the living and sleeping areas.
    Model S300BHSLfeatures cube chairs with a flip-up bunk, an additional bunk for guests or children and an outside kitchen.
    Model S311SQB is one of Sun Valley’s spacious deep slide models with a sofa and lounge area, rear bunk, outside kitchen, and dual entrances.
    About Sun Valley Travel Trailers

    Steel I-beam frame construction with vacuum-laminated sidewalls, roof, and floors inside of a tough fiberglass reinforced exterior, and walk-on crowned roof fully laminated with white reflective TPO material add to Sun Valley’s durability.
    Large, dark tinted radius windows with a porch light, exterior speakers, awning, radius entry door, large pass through storage bins and designer graphics are all standard features. The interior is equipped with padded “no crack” vinyl flooring, screwed and glued solid wood cabinetry, plywood drawers with full extension bearing guides, a large kitchen window with blind, and a double door, full-sized refrigerator freezer.
    Sun Valley’s bedroom is centered on a queen bed with an inner spring mattress on most models and under bed storage. The bathroom offers either a full tub or neo-angled shower, skylight over the shower or tub, and a power exhaust fan. A value package is available which bundles several popular features together.
    For more information: www.GoEverGreenRV.com
    EverGreen Recreational Vehicles, LLC 10758 County Road 2, Middlebury, IN 46540 Phone: 574-825-4298 Fax: 574-825-4298