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  • The next best thing to being there

    You can browse through photos, study floorplans or even take a video tour.  But as experienced RV shoppers know, there’s nothing like actually walking through an RV to truly understand how it feels to be right there inside.
    Until now, anyway.
    With the recent launch of WinnVision, Winnebago has introduced a virtual reality experience that lets you seamlessly “walk through“ an RV so you can see it from all perspectives.
    And while WinnVision goes far beyond a 360-degree view shot from one position, the technology can be viewed on computers, tablets and smartphones, with no special software required.
    “It’s truly a game changer,” noted Scott Degnan, Winnebago’s Vice President of Sales and Product Management.  “Not only is this a first for our industry, but Winnebago is one of the first major consumer brands in the world to put this extraordinary technology to use.”

    To experience WinnVision for yourself, see the Grand Tour gallery hereor check out the growing library of WinnVision “experiences” for Winnebago models at winnebagoind.com.

  • Industry Leaders Launch The “Big Outdoor Adventure RV Giveaway”



    One winner will win a toy hauler and one year of unlimited camping from Keystone RV, Thousand Trails, Cycle Trader, RV Trader and ATV Trader


    Keystone RV, Thousand Trails, Cycle Trader, RV Trader and ATV Trader partnered to launch The Big Outdoor Adventure Giveaway at 9:00 a.m. ET on April 1, 2016. The sweepstakes will run for three months, ending at 11:59 p.m. ET on June 30, 2016 and the winner will be selected by random drawing after the conclusion of the promotion.
    One grand prize winner will receive a 2016 Keystone Fuzion Impact VaporLite 26V RV and a pass for one year of camping at any of the Thousand Trails locations in the United States. The RV is valued at approximately $40,000 and the camping pass is worth $2,995, bringing the total prize value to $42,995.
    “Through this partnership with the Trader brands and Thousand Trails, we will be reaching out to millions of families who enjoy the outdoors and the RV lifestyle,” said Jeff Runels, president of Keystone RV Company.  “Keystone RVs are among the top-searched brands on RV Trader, and many Thousand Trails members own Keystone RVs.  The Big Outdoor Adventure Giveaway is a golden opportunity for us to reacquaint these families with all the benefits Keystone has to offer and to introduce new families to the Keystone brand.”


    “We are excited to partner with RV Trader, Cycle Trader, ATV Trader and Keystone RV Company to sponsor this fantastic giveaway,” said Dan Perlis, senior vice president for Thousand Trails. “The winner will enjoy access to more than 80 campgrounds across the country with a Thousand Trails Camping Pass. There’s simply no better way to make the most of a new RV!”


    Outdoor enthusiasts can enter to win the Big Outdoor Adventure Giveaway at: www.BigOutdoorGiveaway.com. In addition, motocross and supercross fans will be able to view the RV and register in person at select CycleTrader.com/Rock River/Yamaha race team events across the nation.
    As Paige Bouma, vice president of RV Trader, Cycle Trader, and ATV Trader said, “All of our consumers are passionate about being outdoors which is why we are thrilled to offer a grand prize that allows them to do what they love – take a great adventure! We hope they will spend the rest of the year enjoying their new Keystone RV at all the great campgrounds Thousand Trails has to offer.”
    About Keystone RV
    Keystone RV Company is the #1 manufacturer of fifth-wheel and toy-haulers in North America and a leading manufacturer of travel trailers.  With over 1,000 retail locations in the United States and Canada, you are never far from a Keystone dealer. Keystone is a subsidiary of Thor Industries, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of RVs.


    About Encore and Thousand Trails
    Encore RV resorts and Thousand Trails campgrounds feature more than 180 locations across North America comprising nearly 70,000 sites.  Owned and operated by Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc., Encore, Thousand Trails and their affiliates offer RV and outdoor recreation enthusiasts opportunities to enjoy the outdoors in top vacation destinations, complemented with resort-style amenities. For more information please visit RVontheGo.com.


    About Cycle Trader
    Cycle Trader is made up of a unique portfolio of premier powersport buying and selling sites. These include: Cycle Trader, ATV Trader, PWC Trader, and Snowmobile Trader. With its wide variety of products, Cycle Trader provides a comprehensive digital marketing solution for all businesses serving the powersports industry. With over 450,000 units for sale and over two million visitors every month, Cycle Trader reaches more active buyers across all devices than any other source, making it the leading online powersports marketplace. Private sellers are able to take advantage of the site’s free basic listings in order to sell their bike online.


    About RV Trader

    RV Trader is the premier online classifieds website for buying and selling RVs. Over 145,000 new and pre-owned recreation vehicles are available from dealers and private sellers across the country. With over 2.5 million visitors every month, RV Trader is the perfect place to search, shop and sell RVs. RV Trader.com offers dealers a comprehensive suite of digital marketing products to help them advertise their products to potential buyers across all devices. Find your dream RV today on RV Trader!

  • Check Out These March & April Events

    Show Dates
    New Jersey RV Show 2016 Apr 22-24
    Spring Hall of Fame RV Show 2016 Apr 21-24
    Great Rockies Sportshow & Bozeman Boat Show 2016 April 1-3
    RV SuperSaver Show 2016 Apr 15-17
    Acadiana RV, Sport & Boat Show 2016 Apr 8-10
    Puyallup RV Show 2016 Apr 28-
    May 1
    WA State Evergreen Spring RV Show 2016 Apr 8-10
    Montana RV-Boat & Power Sports Show 2016 March 18-20

  • The RV Geeks



    With over 15 million YouTube views, full-time RVers John & Peter are better known as the hosts of the popular RVgeeks channel. They’ve now been on the road for 13 years, sharing their experience on everything from managing RV systems, DIY maintenance and repair & upgrades to great destinations and safe driving tips (Peter is the former Safety & Training Manager for a large metropolitan motor coach operation).

    Although they’ve been in their current motorhome (their second RV) for 11 years, the Geeks are always interested in what’s happening in the RV market, often using RV Trader to find out what’s available out there. Even though they’re happy with their rig, they always have their eyes open for their next one!
    Check out their newest video, RV Buying New Vs. Used, for tips on buying an RV if you’re gearing up for an adventurous 2016 summer season!

  • TMC is ‘Redefining Luxury’ with Class C Lines

    Thor Motor Coach is “redefining luxury in Class C motorhomes” with the newQuantum on the Ford E-450 chassis along with the Four Winds and Chateau Super C lines produced on Ford F-550 chassis. 
    According to a press release, high-end amenities in the kitchen include solid-surface countertops and a decorative tile backsplash, adding visual appeal while protecting walls from food splatter. Amish handcrafted solid hardwood cabinetry is set off by a high-gloss glaze to create “eye-catching sophistication and class.”
    The Quantum and Super C lineup also offers “modern comforts of home,” such as Rapid Camp (31-foot motorhomes), energy-efficient LED lighting, and stainless steel kitchen appliances (select floorplans). Standard in every master bedroom is a Denver Mattress bed. Other features include large LED televisions inside and outside the coach, and residential vinyl flooring. 
    For more information visit thormotorcoach.com.
    This article originally appeared on RVBusiness.com.

  • Keystone RV Adds Solar Prep To Sprinter Line

    Keystone RV Co.’s Sprinter division now features “Plug ‘N Play” solar prep as standard equipment on all travel trailers and fifth-wheels, including its price-leading Campfire line.
    “Keystone Sprinter was the first manufacturer to make adding solar quick and easy across all product lines,” said Furrion Product Manager Andrew Mock in a press release. “For the retail customer, it’s as simple as purchasing one of our portable solar panel kits, plugging into the Sprinter, and you are good to go for off-grid camping.”
    Sprinter General Manager Josh Miller noted that the Plug ‘N Play solar prep fits Sprinter’s long-time mission to “Make Camping Easy.” Sprinter is Keystone’s very first brand, currently celebrating its 20th anniversary.
    “The changes in the product since they first rolled off the assembly line in 1996 is hard to imagine,” he said. “Today’s Sprinter compared to the 1996 model is night and day. For example, things like 18-cubic foot residential refrigerators, LED lighting, power awnings, flat-screen TVs and Bluetooth didn’t in all practicality exist back then. Today you will find these features and much more on the new 2016 Sprinters. By adding Plug ‘N Play solar prep we are propelling Sprinter into the next generation of RVs.”
    The Sprinter Plug ‘N Play system combined with a Furrion portable solar panel provides plenty of solar-generated electric for extended dry-camping. Sprinter offers 18-cubic foot Samsung residential refrigerators as standard equipment on six of its travel trailer and fifth-wheel models. These models are equipped with dual-battery storage and an inverter to convert 12-volt DC into 115-volt AC to power the refrigerator or other AC components when the camper is not hooked up to shore power or external AC.
    This article originally appeared on RVBusiness.com.

  • SylvanSport Heads into 2016 with a Track Record of Success



    SylvanSport, the company that revolutionized the lightweight, multi-functional camping trailer is
    heading into 2016 with a rapidly growing list of quality US and Canadian RV dealer-partners. Their flagship product is the GO – an 840 lb. camper that is also a toy hauler, utility trailer and can be towed by any small car. With a proven track record and tons of awards, the SylvanSport GO has been called the Coolest. Camper. Ever.
    In addition to the GO – Mobile Adventure Gear camping-trailer, SylvanSportmanufactures an innovative new kayak/canoe, bike and utility trailer called the GO Easy. This small trailer starts at only 235 lbs and can carry up to 5 kayaks, plenty of bikes and a host of utility applications as well. Both the GO and GO Easy make the perfect tow-behind accessory for Class B Motorhomes, providing massive storage capacity and a spacious and comfortable guest bedroom.
    In addition to the growing line of SylvanSport adventure trailers are innovative accessories including the new “Solar Ready GO” kit, set to go into production this year. The Solar Ready GO is a fully integrated solar kit, developed with Goal Zero. The Solar Ready GO will sport two Boulder 30 solar panels, mounted to the GO upper rack system for travel. The heart of the system, a Goal Zero Yeti 400 Solar Generator will be mounted to a tray in the Front Storage Pod. Panels and generator will be connected while traveling, so the system can charge while in transit. The Solar Ready GO will also feature the Light-A-Life LED lighting system and extension cables, so take your GO “off-the-grid” and always have power on demand. The Solar Ready Kit can also be purchased separately, so all existing GOs can be retrofitted with go anywhere power.
    SylvanSport had a record year in 2015 and are continuing that growth in 2016. With a growing list of national and international dealers, it looks like they are off to a great start. SylvanSport continues to actively build their distribution network, by methodically adding dealer-partners in regions that are available in the US and Canada. If you are interested in becoming a SylvanSport dealer-partner, please contact Earl B. Hunter, Vice President of sales at earl@sylvansport.com or call 828-883-4292
    More about SylvanSport

    SylvanSport is the US-based manufacturer of the award-winning GO Camping Trailer and the revolutionary ‘GO Easy’ Adventure Trailer. GO has been called the Swiss Army Knife of camping trailers and the Coolest. Camper. Ever. by National Geographic Adventure. The all-new ‘GO Easy’ is the most innovative and feature-packed bike, boat and cargo hauling, utility/camping trailer on the market. For more information, visit our website – syvlansport.com.

  • The Solar Ready GO



    SylvanSport, the company that revolutionized the lightweight, multi-functional camping trailer is
    heading into 2016 with a rapidly growing list of quality US and Canadian RV dealer-partners. SylvanSport has been carefully selecting dealers to make their flagship product – the GO, easier to see and purchase. Not only is the GO a lightweight camper, but it is also a toy hauler, utility trailer and so much more. GOmakes the perfect tow-behind accessory for Class B Motorhomes, providing massive storage capacity and a spacious and comfortable guest bedroom.
    SylvanSport continues its efforts to make it convenient for anybody in the US and Canada to see and buy a GO at a local RV dealer. SylvanSport dealers offer sales, service and financing for the GO – Mobile Adventure Gear camping trailer.
    Also, new for 2016 is the “Solar Ready GO” set to go into production this year. The Solar Ready GOis a fully integrated solar kit, developed with Goal Zero. The Solar Ready GO will sport two Boulder 30 solar panels, mounted to the GOupper rack system for travel. The heart of the system, a Goal Zero Yeti 400 Solar Generator will be mounted to a tray in the Front Storage Pod. Panels and generator will be connected while traveling, so the system can charge while in transit. The Solar Ready GOwill also feature the Light-A-Life LED lighting system and extension cables, so take your GO “off-the-grid” and never be without power. The Solar Ready Kit can also be purchased separately, so all existing GOs can be retrofitted with go anywhere power.
    Making the GO more accessible and adding innovative new accessories are just some of the exciting things SylvanSporthas in the works. For more information, please check out our website or Facebook page. If you have any questions or would like more information on SylvanSport, email us at info@sylvansport.com or call 828-883-4292.

  • The Swiss Army Knife of Camping Trailers


    SylvanSport GO – The Swiss Army Knife of camping trailers, GO is an 840 lb. toy hauler, utility trailer and camper – all-in-one! With three configurations, SylvanSport’s GO can turn your small car into a do everything utility, gear and camping adventure vehicle. Here’s how:  
    Travel Mode: Even though the SylvanSport GO is full of storage and carrying capacity, it does not require a large, fuel draining vehicle to tow it. In fact at only 840 lbs and with its low-profile, aerodynamic design… GO is the most efficient and well-engineered gear hauler in the world. GO can carry all your toys, so you can travel farther and more often than you ever thought possible. Carry more, spend less on gas, go further and have more fun… take a closer look and see why GO is the Coolest. Camper. Ever.
    Transport Mode: So much more than meets the eye, GO was designed to solve all your camping and hauling needs, seven days a week. No matter what your activity of choice is – biking, kayaking, canoeing, surfing – or moving an apartment or bringing home stacks of building materials from the local home improvement store, GO does it all and does it incredibly well. From the Control-tilt deck which allows for ramp-free loading to the removable top (no tools required) which turns GO into a true, open-topped utility trailer… GO is the ultimate vehicle to turn your small, fuel efficient car into a weekend workhorse capable of hauling up to 800 lbs. of… anything.

    Camping Mode:  If you really love to camp, the SylvanSport GO camping trailer was created especially for you. GO delivers that wonderful experience of tent camping: lightweight, airy materials, the feeling of actually being outside (no hard-sided walls), the sounds and smells that make camping so special. GO was created to give you an amazing, comfortable camping experience, without the downside: sleeping on uneven ground, rocks, sticks and mud, leaving a damaging footprint on the environment as well as having to carry it all in… and out! GO easily gets you there, up off the ground on a level, comfortable surface. For the best camping experience you’ll ever have.

  • Coach-Net Has Tips For First-Time RV Renters

    Coach-Net, a provider of emergency roadside services and owner protection programs, has put together a list of rental tips that will help ensure a successful rental experience for a first-time RVer as well as a list of national parks to consider visiting during spring break.
    The company stated in a press release, that “renting an RV is a great option that allows families or students to drive to their spring break destination at their own convenience, while also saving money and creating a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience. Yet, for first-time renters or novices, renting an RV can be daunting.”
    Coach-Net advises to consider the following key factors when renting an RV:
    • Cost – Consider the cost of the rental and verify if the company charges extra for mileage or if it is included in the rental price. Also, know in advance how many total miles the trip will be, and budget accordingly for gas money.
    • Insurance – Check your car insurance to see if it covers RV rentals. Additional coverage may need to be purchased from the rental company, and some companies also have minimum age requirements for a rental.
    • Preparation – Most RV rental companies offer test drives and information to help inexperienced operators feel comfortable behind the wheel and learn how to check fluid levels, monitor tire pressure, empty sewage lines, etc. When renting an RV, check what type of maintenance coverage plans are available and if they specify working with certain dealers for repairs. Easy, 24/7 access to roadside assistance and technical support is certainly a key to having a worry-free vacation. Coach-Net offers products and services, even for short-term RV renters, that can keep your vacation running smoothly and your family safe while on the road.
    • Size – Large RVs can be difficult to maneuver for an inexperienced driver, so take driving abilities into consideration. Also, make sure to consider factors like the number of people, amount of luggage and length of the trip before deciding on an RV size.
    • Cooking – Determine what kind of cooking will be done during the trip and if that RV has the capabilities (large enough fridge, included cookware, stove-top burners, etc.). Buying bulk food items and making meals can save money on a trip, if the RV has the storage capacity.
    • Parking – It’s a good idea to plan some overnight stops in advance and be knowledgeable about places that are available for parking in the general travel area. Also check and confirm the length and class of RV, and if it can be accommodated at the final destination.
    Recommended state parks include:
    • Yosemite National Park (California)
    • Zion National Park (Utah)
    • Olympic National Park (Washington)
    • Joshua Tree National Park (California)
    • Hot Springs National Park (Arkansas)
    • Shenandoah National Park  (Virginia)
    • Everglades National Park (Florida)
    This article originally appeared on RVBusiness.com.