May 20 2009
TO SLIDE OR NOT
What’s life without a slide? It still feels roomy but just not as roomy as with a slide depending on the floorplan.
Multi- slide RV’s are awkward when inside if the slides are not out. They are not the same some are worse than others, usually the more and the deeper the slides, the more cramped they are inside when closed. The full wall slides is better in this aspect when compared to the double same side slide that you only have two walls to deal with.
Some advantages of the no slide units are that less weight is apparent, where as the walls and drive mechanisms in the slide add quite a bit of weight. Less weight means you get a better ride, better handling and fuel mileage. Acess to the storage is easier without a slide and with the mechanisms not being there gives you more storage. Maintenance is also reduced and slide less are less expensive.
What about overnight stops in rest areas? Often the spaces are to small to open the slides and in some cases its not even allowed. So in this situation multi slide units living area is less than ideal; but nonslide units are perfect for this.
Non slide units are not for everyone but if you travel a lot, urban boondock (walmart, casinos) or just want to save money a non slide RV might be just what you want.
GOOD TIMES,GOOD FRIENDS, GOOD FOOD
