Strange rigs in Quebec

[rluhr]

Just got back from the biggest RV event in Quebec -- the 16th annual Gatineau Balloon Festival (www.balloongatineau.com). We saw some strange rigs that I've never spotted in the US.

Take a look at this unique tractor-trailer combination by Econ-o-Camp. It's a model RS 190 TA. The "tractor" is a modified Dodge van. I saw an Econ-O-Camp B-van model on the grounds as well.

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This guy's home-brew RV was right down the row from us. Note the shingles overlap towards the back, so the rain doesn't leak in during towing. The tow vehicle was a Toyota Corolla.

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If you think your rig is big, think again! This happy couple has two full living levels inside (see the upper window?), sliding glass doors on the patio, and room for a pony ...

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These guys won the prize for "smallest rig" -- and a very fuel-efficient tow vehicle, too!

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Now, I've seen Airstream "Squarestreams" but never an Argosy-branded one. The owner of this rig was very proud of it. He waved enthusiastically and pointed to his trailer as he passed us by on the way out.

Get a load of that picture window, and the aerodynamic propane bottle cover. Very cool.

[rluhr]

Out of nearly 1,000 RVs, we were one of only four Airstreams there (one modern MH, one vintage 310 MH, the Argosy, and us). Boy did we stand out!

Here's a picture of the 310 for you motor-heads out there. By the way, the owner just took it in on trade last month and he plans to keep it.

[Stefrobrts]

Cool rigs. The little blue house scares me a bit though!


...and room for a pony That cracked me up!