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12-13-2006, 09:42 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 25' Safari FB SE
Santa Cruz
, California
Join Date: Sep 2006
Posts: 928
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How did your family and friends react?
It has been much fun and very enlightening to hear--and see!--reactions to this addition to our lives. Everything from: (Kid #1) "Does this mean you won't be paying for grad school?" To: (Kid #2) "Oh you've got to join us on (fill in the blank...) abalone diving camp out, surfing safari, ski trip, trip to Baja etc. etc. (with full larder and empty black tank of course.) To: (father) "This is the greatest thing you are ever going to do in your lives!" To: (friend) Ohmigod we've got to get one of these it's so beautiful. And: (direct quote-sister)"I'm horrified at how much I love this whole condo-on-wheels thing!" Believe me, if it hadn't been an Airstream, none of those words would have ever been uttered. Who knew? Yet another unexpected source of entertainment.
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12-13-2006, 09:49 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2006 19' Safari
Suisun City
, California
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 291
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Congrats
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Roscinante
Jerry and Avis
2006 Safari Bambi 19'
2005 Toyota Tacoma PU
"Mi Casa Es Su Casa!"
WBCCI #6716
AIR #17388
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12-13-2006, 10:07 PM
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Rivet Master
1951 21' Flying Cloud
1960 24' Tradewind
West Coast
, BC
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,790
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Hi Janet
It was funny, our friends knew for years that we'd been looking and when we got the one we wanted they were very happy for us. Several have indicated a desire to also own one, but like us it has to be very vintage to fit our hotrod themes, and in reasonable shape, so they are few and far between.
Family were happy but did make comments about the fact that we were not likely to camp with them anymore and we told them that's true unless they stepped to the plate as well which they haven't, but we still camp with them .
The big thing is when we are out using it. The 51 towed behind the 57 wagon really gets a lot of attention. I've mentioned this in other threads but the one thing that always surprises me is the younger people who ask if I bought the trailer and car new. Oh well, I know I am looking a bit tattered for my age but ........ .
Most people do comment that they've always wanted one and intend to get one some day. And most are surprised that you can still buy brand new ones thinking they went out of production years ago. Does this mean Thor's advertising needs to be rethought?
Barry
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12-13-2006, 10:15 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 25' Safari FB SE
Santa Cruz
, California
Join Date: Sep 2006
Posts: 928
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With admiration
There is nothing prettier than your duo. The new models can't touch what they represent!
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12-13-2006, 10:15 PM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
Vintage Kin Owner
Virginia Beach
, Virginia
Join Date: Sep 2004
Posts: 7,801
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Oh look it's one of those....
I wish they still made them.... (actually had to pull out the registration to prove they were still making them.
A widower friend with a $400K moho.... "So why do I always want to come over HERE to yours...?" - mine isn't pretentious (his could double as a whorehouse on wheels)
- there is something homey about curved walls
- I cook, he can't boil water
Wow... look inside! Wow. (The bare aluminum, lack of plaid, and minimalist modern interior looks so clean even when it's messy.)
Oh... you don't look like a millionaire
Paula Ford
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12-13-2006, 10:16 PM
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newbie
Currently Looking...
Fort Wayne
, Indiana
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 113
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Family: Puzzled, but supportive.
Friends:
Husbands - Wildly enthused. "I want one of these!"
Wives - Puzzled, but pleasant (I think the wet bath freaked 'em out a little)
Craig
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12-13-2006, 10:25 PM
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Aluminut
2004 25' Safari
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, Illinois
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 10,477
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Parents thought I was nuts.
Brothers got a laugh (until they camped with me).
Friends all laughed.
Wife was on board with the Bambi, thought I was nuts to upgrade to the Safari.
But I'd do it again.
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12-13-2006, 10:48 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 25' Safari FB SE
Santa Cruz
, California
Join Date: Sep 2006
Posts: 928
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Some of our reactors
Daughter and son-in-law, and amazing Dad.
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12-13-2006, 10:49 PM
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Rivet Master
1985 34.5' Airstream 345
Tujunga
, California
Join Date: Apr 2005
Posts: 1,969
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Friends and family are used to us being a bit different. Old house, old cars, unusual occupations, and now a 20 year old motorhome. Friends who have moho's that cost 5 times as much or more don't quite get it until they come inside. Of course they are seeing the after, not the before (see pix). Family all love it.
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Ron and Debbie Lawrence
1985 345 Motorhome...... delightfully tacky......yet unrefined
AIR 7992
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12-13-2006, 10:52 PM
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Aluminut
2004 25' Safari
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, Illinois
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 10,477
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Yea, I hear ya. Once they see the inside and have been around it, the tones change....a bit.
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12-13-2006, 11:24 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2007 25' Safari FB SE
rio rico
, Arizona
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 119
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Neighbor with new SOB.."OH, it's just like ours"...yeah, right!
Neighbor on other side...."When did you get a new propane tank? That's the biggest one I've ever seen".
Cop after stopping me for speeding(28 in a 25 zone..VERY small town down the road)" Are you sure it's new? I didn't know they made these anymore"
Brother-in-law.."Are you kidding? I can't afford one of those"( He makes 4 times what I do)
Mother..."Well, our Aljo was good enough for us".
Har, har, har
cheers, Jeff
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2007 Safari 25 FB SE LS
2006 Chev Express 3500 Duramax
Predator tuner
Equal-i-zer hitch
"Home is where the ART is"
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12-14-2006, 03:16 AM
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More than one rivet loose
Currently Looking...
Los Alamos
, New Mexico
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 3,756
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I get "Nice Trailer".
My old neighbors did not get a chance to say anything. It was in my driveway and I was living in it for my last four days in Virginia.
My youngest sister "That's Great!"
My other sister "Where can I get one of those?"
My mom "When are you building your house in Montana so I can come visit?" My responce. "I am not. I am building a Hangar?
My Dad "You be careful".
General responce from my Friends "Are you nuts?" to "I am jealous."
I have never been normal.
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Michelle TAC MT-0
Sarah, Snowball
Looking for a 1962 Flying Cloud
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12-14-2006, 03:58 AM
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Rivet Master
1958 22' Flying Cloud
1956 30' Sovereign of the Road
1963 16' Bambi
Southeastern Area
, Tennessee
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 2,116
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Mother's reaction before I purchased, "What do you want one of those things for! You need to be thinking about saving your money for retirement!"
Mom's reaction now, "WE need to figure a way to keep it polished, the shine gives it even more appeal . . . your Daddy would have been proud!. Now when's the next rally?"
Friends at work, "Cool, so can we call you 'Classy Trailer Trash?'"
Camping with friends owning huge Class A SOB Moho's, "How come no one cares about seeing the inside of MY RV?"
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12-14-2006, 07:40 AM
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Moderator
1968 17' Caravel
Battle Ground
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,255
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My favorite reaction came from the guys at the tire store when we stopped by for tires "so, you're going to be camping with the grey-hairs now?"
Most people thought we were nuts because they said we are way too young to buy an RV! However we must have passed some age threshold, because recently when we've told friends and family we have an Airstream the reaction has been "You have one of those, tell me more, I'd like to get one someday.!"
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Stephanie
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12-14-2006, 07:52 AM
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4 Rivet Member
1984 34' International
1977 Argosy 24
Central
, Georgia
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 492
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Neighbor's reaction:
"So, this means more time away using the Airstream... less time at home cooking BBQ for your neighbors? This is not a good thing".
Sometimes life just isn't fair.
em.
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Travelers by aluminum roadships, loyalists to one species,
masters of convenience, herdsmen steeped in maintenance and restoration.
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12-14-2006, 07:53 AM
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Rivet Master
1967 22' Safari
1960 Caravel
Edmonds
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 1,445
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We brought our Safari home at the same time that our neighbors were on vacation in Yellowstone. They came back and saw our Airstream, and said, "We saw all those big white trailers in Yellowstone, and they all look the same. We talked about how cool it would be to get an old Airstream or other vintage trailer. Then we come home and see that in your driveway!"
My parents were excited, as they knew we'd been looking for some time (that switched to slightly puzzled when we bought the second one).
The sister-in-law doesn't see what's so great about an old trailer, as her Jayco is only a couple of years old and much bigger. She is also irritated when our Airstream gets more attention in the campground.
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Mel
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12-14-2006, 08:16 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2002 22' International CCD
San Luis Obispo
, California
Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 418
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Our kids think we have "sold out." We camped for years as a family in a Starcraft tent trailer, and it is absolutely FULL of memories. Our kids (one married and the other in college) have no attachment to the Airstream... and they think it is just a bit too "comfortable" for real camping. To be honest, I understand their point of view, and our tent trailer still sits safely in our garage... waiting for one of our kids to claim it, which is sure to happen.
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Wayne
2002 22' CCD
2008 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L Hemi
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12-14-2006, 08:43 AM
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Tom, the Uber Disney Fan
2006 30' Safari
Orlando
, Florida
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 4,693
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wbrownrr
Our kids think we have "sold out. ...they think it is just a bit too "comfortable" for real camping.
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That's exactly why we bought an Airstream and not an SOB!
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2006 30' Safari - "Changes in Latitudes"
2008 F-250 Lariat Power Stroke Diesel Crew Cab SWB
Family of Disney Fanatics
WBCCI# 4821
https://streaminacrossamerica.com/
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12-14-2006, 09:34 AM
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Moderator
2015 25' FB Flying Cloud
2012 23' FB Flying Cloud
2005 25' Safari
Santa Rosa Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 13,159
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When we bought Lucy, our four sons and other friends and family all told us that they could not believe that "WE" were going camping. We are not what you would think of as the camping type. But every one of them just loves Lucy. Our third son's comment was, "I'd like to have one those".
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SuEllyn & Brian McCabe
WBCCI #3628 -- AIR #14872 -- TAC #FL-7
2015 FC 25' FB (Lucy) with ProPride
2020 Silverado 2500 (Vivian)
2023 Rivian R1T (Opal)
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12-14-2006, 12:52 PM
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Tom, the Uber Disney Fan
2006 30' Safari
Orlando
, Florida
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 4,693
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Quote:
Originally Posted by moosetags
Our third son's comment was, "I'd like to have one those".
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My response: "Well son, they sell them at the Airstream store."
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2006 30' Safari - "Changes in Latitudes"
2008 F-250 Lariat Power Stroke Diesel Crew Cab SWB
Family of Disney Fanatics
WBCCI# 4821
https://streaminacrossamerica.com/
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