For the 5 million owners of RVs, this reference shows how to live efficiently, safely, and comfortably on the road--offering invaluable information and terrific tips from two experienced RVer's. Photos and line drawings.
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The Bakers (Desktop Direct Marketing, McGraw, 1995) have written the recreational vehicle guide they wished they could have read themselves ten years ago. They tackle practical concerns such as choosing the best RV, its mechanics, and things to do in it. The authors' experiences underline the importance of the safety tips they sprinkle throughout, along with occasional illustrations and checklists, loading pointers, and discussions of pests and crossing borders. There is even a section on RV equipment for the physically challenged. Enjoyable and clear enough for armchair travelers; for public libraries with large travel sections.?Alison Hopkins, Queens Borough P.L., Jamaica, N.Y.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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In this perky repository of RV (i.e., recreational vehicle) info, precious little is said of such plebeian concerns as fuel efficiency. Rather, the Bakers emphasize enjoying life once you have cast the die for such a gas-and-road hog. Oh, frugality is a concern, but mostly in the chapters on buying your land yacht and keeping it in running trim. Commonsense nuggets appear throughout (e.g., "Ask for discounts on extended stays"), and the Bakers strive to advise on such mundane operating matters as checking air pressure in the inside tire on a "dually," as well as on larger lifestyle issues, such as what the various "classes" of RVs offer in shower space and the all-important walk-room. So doing, they successfully provide a highly readable, comprehensive, and well-organized one-stop resource on practically any concern RVers might have. This could be the classic RVer's sourcebook. Mike Tribby
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57 of 59 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book really helped me get an RV that made sense for me; I think that's the best part of the book--the details on how to choose an RV and how to learn to drive one. It's the only book that really shows you how to walk through a used RV to get one in good condition. I enjoyed all the personal notes about things that work and things that don't when you're RVing. You'll get a lot out of it.
40 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
... my only complaint is that it doesn't go anywhere NEAR far enough. I thoroughly enjoyed it and found lots of good advice, but too many topics are given cursory treatment. It is a long way short of "Everything You Need to Know About Choosing, Using, and Enjoying Your Rv." Perhaps if it was about twice as long, it might start to live up to its title.
33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I can't believe reviews that don't love this book. I've been using it all the time in my travels--and am axiously awaiting another RV book by the Bakers. It does have a good sense of humor--and the humor is based on the realities of RVing. Their information is right on, at least in my experience. Don't let a bad attitude turn you off to this book--it's a winner!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
As a newbe i had hoped to learn something
I knew nothing about RVing when I bought this book.
It is page after page of opinion.
After reading it I am both ignorant and confused. Read more
It is page after page of opinion.
After reading it I am both ignorant and confused. Read more
Published 1 month ago by 2lil2fail
Very pleased
Very eye opening. After reading, we jumped into a class A. Total rookies, first RV, Monaco Knight 2011 PBQ. :D TY for writing this, you really helped us with our decision.
Published 2 months ago by kalea
The RVer's Bible
The book is filled with a lot of great information, very helpful. I am glad I read it prior to purchasing my motorhome. The reference in the back of the book was wonderful. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Shari Smith
Great Book wouldn't be without it
I purchased this book when we were in the initial states of looking at a RV of some type. Each dealer had their own take on whether it should be a trailer, Class C, Class A, etc. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Diane C. Stille
A good product at a great price.
This item is a great product at a vastly reduced price. It was shipped and delivered right on time.
Published 20 months ago by congressman
Great read and great reference material.
I originally read about this on a blog at [...] and came to Amazon.com to buy it. Great read and great reference material. I have used it many times.
Published 22 months ago by RVer in Texas
Great in it's day, but hopelessly dated
Well written, good topics, nice pix, but hopelessy dated. Was written in 1996-7 and so much has changed since then makes this one of the last books to buy if at all.
Published on March 18, 2010 by Ronald Chadwick
Great Book for Newbie RVers!
I read this book quite some time ago when my husband and I set off fulltiming in 2005 at the age of 25. It was a great help and we enjoyed reading it:-)
Published on September 17, 2009 by Catherine Houston
Great book (RVer's Bible)
This book looks as though it's brand new. Great seller.
It's a wonderful guide for RVers. I had a motorhome a long time ago, but had forgotten a lot. Read more
It's a wonderful guide for RVers. I had a motorhome a long time ago, but had forgotten a lot. Read more
Published on August 13, 2009 by Elaine D. Hinton
good history maybe but not much for today
a 12 year old How-To book is too old to be of much value other than basics!
Shame on amazon for not making it clear it is so old! Read more
Shame on amazon for not making it clear it is so old! Read more
Published on July 16, 2009 by JohnWDIII
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People have always been wanderers. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
livability features, coach batteries, tow vehicle, roof pods, black water tank, towing platform, membership campgrounds, expensive rig, campground guides, shore power, right rig, van conversions, most rigs, new rig, heavy rig, transmission cooler, used rig, towed vehicle, travel trailers, wet test Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, Camping World, Trailer Life, New York, North America, World Wide Web, Good Sam Club, National Park Service, Kelley Blue Book, Radio Shack, Yellow Pages, America Online, Bureau of Land Management, General Resources, Los Angeles, Better Business Bureau, Grand Canyon, Pace Arrow, San Diego, Step Five, The Golden Eagle Passport, American Express, Mexican Government Tourism Office, New Mexico, Workamper News New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
People have always been wanderers. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
livability features, coach batteries, tow vehicle, roof pods, black water tank, towing platform, membership campgrounds, expensive rig, campground guides, shore power, right rig, van conversions, most rigs, new rig, heavy rig, transmission cooler, used rig, towed vehicle, travel trailers, wet test Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, Camping World, Trailer Life, New York, North America, World Wide Web, Good Sam Club, National Park Service, Kelley Blue Book, Radio Shack, Yellow Pages, America Online, Bureau of Land Management, General Resources, Los Angeles, Better Business Bureau, Grand Canyon, Pace Arrow, San Diego, Step Five, The Golden Eagle Passport, American Express, Mexican Government Tourism Office, New Mexico, Workamper News New!
Books on Related Topics | Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- On the Road by Jack Kerouac in Front Matter, and page 323
- The Good Sam by Grace M. Lee in Back Matter
- Guide to Free Campgrounds by Don Wright on page 308
- On and Off the Road Cookbook by Carl Franz on page 378
- Outer Space (Knowledge Masters Series) by Harry Ford on page 38
- Ultimate Home Office Survival Guide (Peterson's Ultimate Guides) by Peterson's on page 251
- Great Western RV Trips by Jan Bannan in Back Matter
- The Complete Guide to a Creative Retirement by Robert Kelley on page 234
- The Motor Coaching Bible by Dave Galey on page 107
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