Rally in Pueblo

[bpaikman]

I signed up online last week. They are sold out. Washing almost 100 rigs this week.

We missed a lot of this rally, evidently due to not signing up early, for things we didn’t even know about. We must have overlooked some communication.

 

[bpaikman]

Here at the Rally as well. Across from the Pavilion. This last couple of days the Altitude has been tough to adapt to here. Never had an issue before. Too much sea level life I guess.

I’ve not noticed altitude issues - we usually vacation in Lake City, which is neaely twice this altitude. And, while driving here, we had 4 days to gradually adjust, I suppose.
I have, however, been sneezing a bit. It’s a bit drier than our subtropical coastal home.
Oh yeah, I was at a seminar yesterday snd laughed at something the speaker said, inhaled dry air and dust, and coughed a couple of times. So I used the moment as an excuse to change my seat to the back; I was having trouble seeing around a large guy.
As soon as I moved, a lady got up and moved away from me, very decidedly.
Afterwards, I happened near her, and she told me she had had covid and nearly died (I didn’t catch ‘when’ - I was slightly taken aback)
It was a bit embarrassing, and a downer. I hate the Covid legacy.

 

[bpaikman]

Here at the Rally as well. Across from the Pavilion. This last couple of days the Altitude has been tough to adapt to here. Never had an issue before. Too much sea level life I guess.

Found the dogtopia - really nicely done. Also found, to our great jealousy, the gorgeous sites with full hookups and beautiful views overlooking the park (no doubt occupied by hardworking rally workers) and the veggie gardens nearby. Lovely areas to walk.
I will say, the heat is beating me down, and it was only the first day. It’s only getting hotter this week, too. I think we’ll be leaving early and going to cooler climes.

 

[Neemer]

I figured at that altitude the heat wouldn’t be such an issue. Learn something every day.

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

It's 102 at 4:19 pm which is much better than the 104 prediction. The rally has been fun but I'll not spend another summer week in Pueblo.

 

[Joe Dutchstar]

Attended the Spartan chassis seminar presented by Big Mike this afternoon.
Well worth the time and effort.
Made me understand the value of the 4day seminar put on by Spartan.
There is a tremendous amount to know and attempt to retain operating one of these Chassis.

 

[Richpatty]

Reading everyone's comments. Wish we were there. We hope to attend a rally some day...
Right now, just living vicariously through you guys.

 

[bpaikman]

Amazon.com

A pilot friend brought these to my attention after I spent far more on an oxygen setup for my plane. May help those in CO.

Bob bought some for his hike up Uncompaghre last fall

 

[Richpatty]

I have heard about power issues at the rally…have you guys been affected?

 

[Neal]

The power issues I'm also reading about on FB are yet another indication that RVers really don't know their coaches as I tried to point out to Casey Tubman at Newmar, you know, that guy, and how Newmar should consider YouTube videos for training. I've seen other companies have a tech channel that helps people understand how to use and maintain their "things" and this would be great for Newmar.

In the case of this situation at Pueblo, if everyone would turn off their AC I/II (electric heating elements) and only use diesel burner, they would tremendously alleviate the power situation. But people just don't understand it unfortunately, in my opinion. 400 coaches (however many it is) at 22A reduced per coach, helps.

Hoping things have stabilized.

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

Neal, as bad as I hate to say this, you're correct. There is one row that is constantly having the same issue. NKK has put out messages daily to turn off electricity use diesel to heat water and run only two a/c units. The response was, "I paid for electricity so I'm going to use it". You just can't cure hardheadedness.

 

[bpaikman]

The power issues I'm also reading about on FB are yet another indication that RVers really don't know their coaches as I tried to point out to Casey Tubman at Newmar, you know, that guy, and how Newmar should consider YouTube videos for training. I've seen other companies have a tech channel that helps people understand how to use and maintain their "things" and this would be great for Newmar.

In the case of this situation at Pueblo, if everyone would turn off their AC I/II (electric heating elements) and only use diesel burner, they would tremendously alleviate the power situation. But people just don't understand it unfortunately, in my opinion. 400 coaches (however many it is) at 22A reduced per coach, helps.

Hoping things have stabilized.

We had to be moved today. Kept losing power. We have 2 ACs but trying to use only one. Using propane for everything we could - fridge and hot water especially. But we were surrounded by 43 to 45 footers. I know they have three ACs and probably all electric. I was told by one of the directors that originally this had been scheduled for Michigan, but when they checked out that site they found it was 10 times as bad as this one. I think he said there’s only one building that even had concrete floors!? so this was the best they could do with the sudden change.
It’s been tough all around, but I will comment that a mere $50 price difference between the full hookups (sold out before we even knew about the Rally) is a bit unfair in these circumstances.

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

We rafted the Bighorn Sheep Canyon this morning and yes, I'm the only one paddling.

 

[bpaikman]

we left early, but we managed to get the repairs that we wanted and a few other things that we wanted, but didn't need. However, on this trip, we have been sold on the need for magna shade. I didn't realize you could see out the front of them.

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

we left early, but we managed to get the repairs that we wanted and a few other things that we wanted, but didn't need. However, on this trip, we have been sold on the need for magna shade. I didn't realize you could see out the front of them.

Our Magna Shades helped make it bearable in the heat. I highly recommend the tire covers also.