Could some kind person assist a newbie? Planning a trip travedlling Canberra to Batemans Bay in part. My son informs me it is hard going for Caravans. Pulling a modest 17' Grand Eagle pop top with a 3litre Pajero. Any probs.
Many Thanks.Chris
Sandra K said
03:39 PM Jan 30, 2011
Hi Chris We have done this trip a few times (towing 17ft pop top) and understand your concerns, it is not that bad (Kangaroo Valley in my opinion is worse). My advice, take your time, relax and and don't feel pressured if cars bank up behind you, there are passing lanes.
For the passengers, keep an eye out for Pooh Corner, you will know what I mean when you see it.
Cheers
Sandra
PeterD said
07:28 PM Jan 30, 2011
Yes there is some slow hard climbing. However if your rig is not overloaded and you drive to the conditions you should have no problems. Just remember to use as low a gear as possible when descending the hills.
petengail said
08:24 PM Jan 30, 2011
Sandra K wrote:
Is Pooh still there? Our kids always looked out for him 30+ years ago....
Hi Chris We have done this trip a few times (towing 17ft pop top) and understand your concerns, it is not that bad (Kangaroo Valley in my opinion is worse). My advice, take your time, relax and and don't feel pressured if cars bank up behind you, there are passing lanes.
For the passengers, keep an eye out for Pooh Corner, you will know what I mean when you see it.
Cheers
Sandra
Sandra K said
08:50 PM Jan 30, 2011
Sure is.
goodie said
11:50 AM Jan 31, 2011
Goodie
Thanks everyone for your input. We will give it some serious consideration before taking the plunge......ooops. SWMBO is not keen so another time perhaps.
Once again, many thanks for the advice.
Chris
tiger5 said
07:38 AM Feb 1, 2011
Hi Goodie, I did it as a newbie towing a 21ft Jayco behind a KIA no problems.As with all your caravanning trips just take your time & drive to the conditions.Happy caravannning
Many Thanks.Chris
Hi Chris
We have done this trip a few times (towing 17ft pop top) and understand your concerns, it is not that bad (Kangaroo Valley in my opinion is worse). My advice, take your time, relax and and don't feel pressured if cars bank up behind you, there are passing lanes.
For the passengers, keep an eye out for Pooh Corner, you will know what I mean when you see it.
Cheers
Sandra
I did it as a newbie towing a 21ft Jayco behind a KIA no problems.As with all your caravanning trips just take your time & drive to the conditions.Happy caravannning