Considering a Class C. What alternatives are there to getting a toad?

[SJMaye]

I am considering a Class B or C RV, but the whole toad thing stops me. I don't like the the idea of dragging a vehicle around behind me. I understand I will likely need a mode of transportation once I get to my destination. What alternatives have people used for this?

 

[Rosy]

Have your SO drive another vehicle to your destination?

Toy hauler motorhome (if such a thing exists) with a motorbike or two in it?

 

[SJMaye]

Have your SO drive another vehicle to your destination?

Toy hauler motorhome (if such a thing exists) with a motorbike or two in it?

SO drive another vehicle - Never happen

Motorbike was something I was considering. Could a Class C bumper handle a couple scooters? Rent a car at destination location? Some other idea?

 

[Neemer]

Class B and C motorhomes are small enough that a toad is not absolutely necessary.

 

[SJMaye]

Class B and C motorhomes are small enough that a toad is not absolutely necessary.

I had considered that. Thank you.

 

[DennisT]

We did the rental option when we first got our old class c. Used Enterprise and they “picked us up” at the campground.

The hassle was we lost a bunch of time on the trip. Riding to the rental office then driving back. When we turned it in we drove there and they drove us back.

It didn’t take long before we wanted our own vehicle.

Class B I have seen without additional vehicles. They just unhook and drive that around when needed. Wouldn’t want to do that in a larger class c.

We have a 2018 Hyundai Elantra Sport standard transmission we pull four down. Didn’t even know it was behind us with the class c.

If it is a class c it “probably” will have a 5,000 pound towing capacity. That would be 500 pound tongue weight so anything suspended would have to be lighter. Scooters may be doable but, on a longer trip, would you want to take a scooter grocery shopping?

Bunch to think about depending on how you will be using the RV etc.

 

[John&Andrea]

A towed vehicle behind is nothing like towing a TT or 5th wheel. Our C has a tow capacity of 7500 lbs and we pull a 2019 Ford Ranger, just under 4500. I do use the truck for some items but well under the 7500. It tows good so far no issues.
My thought of you is decided on a MH then the vehicle you will tow. I see all types on the road, Jeep is the tow choice for many. You need to make sure the car you choose can be flat towed. Match up your decision based on the weight the MH can tow. There are publications to help with that. Best of luck, welcome to the group.

 

[John&Andrea]

Towable Car Lists

www.roadmasterinc.com

 

[Rollin Ollen]

I am considering a Class B or C RV, but the whole toad thing stops me. I don't like the the idea of dragging a vehicle around behind me. I understand I will likely need a mode of transportation once I get to my destination. What alternatives have people used for this?

I have a friend that went the rental option. That wore thin very quickly. There were times that a rental type they wanted was not available or no rentals at all during peak season and it became very expensive. They finally picked up a Wrangler to tow. They are light, easy to hook up and tow plus you have the option of using it for sightseeing where you would not want to use your MH.

Darrell

 

[SJMaye]

Thank you for all the suggestions. It makes sense that the rental option could get tedious. We are going to rent a B or C in a few months just to see how we like it. No toad, no rental. A lot to consider.

 

[Chili]

I am considering a Class B or C RV, but the whole toad thing stops me. I don't like the the idea of dragging a vehicle around behind me. I understand I will likely need a mode of transportation once I get to my destination. What alternatives have people used for this?

It's not as bad as you might believe. Jeeps are very easy to tow - simply hook it up and put the transfer case in neutral. I hardly know it's back there and I've been doing it long enough that I've gotten use to it. The penalty is a drop in overall gas mileage. Towing my 4500 pound Jeep Wrangler costs me between 2 and 3 MPG. Your mileage might vary. The lighter the vehicle, the less drop in MPG.

There are additional expenses to consider. You need a good braking system for the toad. Depending on how much RVing you plan on doing, you can compare those numbers with just renting a car at your destination.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BACKUP WITH YOUR TOAD ATTACHED. Things will break and it's the usual expensive things.

 

[SJMaye]

Thanks, Chili. That was helpful.

 

[AbdRahim]

SO drive another vehicle - Never happen

Motorbike was something I was considering. Could a Class C bumper handle a couple scooters? Rent a car at destination location? Some other idea?

Sorry to hear that. I use a bicycle. It severely limits where I camp, as I do long stays, and need to get to a grocery store, hardware store and pharmacy. I have been doing it this way for 7 years. Sometimes I rent a car to see attractions.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

Have your SO drive another vehicle to your destination?

Toy hauler motorhome (if such a thing exists) with a motorbike or two in it?

They exist

 

[Kevin D Pem]

Sorry to hear that. I use a bicycle. It severely limits where I camp, as I do long stays, and need to get to a grocery store, hardware store and pharmacy. I have been doing it this way for 7 years. Sometimes I rent a car to see attractions.

Think e-bike

 

[AbdRahim]

Think e-bike

Not ready to spend the money, and I need the forced exercise. For thousands of years man had to work to procure food. Now we are dying of all kind of diseases, largely brought on by laziness and gluttony.

Good idea though. The challenge is that a lot of places have roads that are too dangerous for any kind of bike - no shoulder and too much traffic.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

They make electric that requires pedaling

 

[Kevin D Pem]

Not ready to spend the money, and I need the forced exercise. For thousands of years man had to work to procure food. Now we are dying of all kind of diseases, largely brought on by laziness and gluttony.

Good idea though. The challenge is that a lot of places have roads that are too dangerous for any kind of bike - no shoulder and too much traffic.

That's quite OK! I just picked up a bike to trek to town! The exercise was the reason as well. Besides, you know I wouldn't push something as bad for the earth as electric (lithium batteries),right???

 

[Rollin Ollen]

Think e-bike

Got one but it is still severely limited to what one can carry with it. The wine store comes to mind!

Darrell

 

[SJMaye]

Think e-bike

Guys, I am a cave man. Can someone describe how an e-bike works? I know it has a battery. Is it just a motorized bicycle? Do I need to peddle? What about hilly areas?