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daveswenson · 09-15-2015, 11:39 AM

My wife wanted the 25, I convinced her to get the 28. Now we both want the 30. I don't think many people regret having too much space.

PecanMan5 · 09-15-2015, 11:59 AM

I have both. The 22 Sport has some advantages & the 25 has some. Even though I have the 22 for sale, I still travel with it because of its simplicity and travel ease. If my wife is with me (seldom) I use the 25 Cloud. Right now my 22 is not selling and I can tolerate the payment. If it sells, I will truly miss it, but it can get tight for two full size adults unless you are still real cuddly.

cdfriend · 09-15-2015, 12:19 PM

We were Newbies a year ago with zero prior RV experience, other than a week renting an AS in Phoenix. We're totally happy we purchased a new 25 FC RB. It satisfies all our needs and we've spent most of the past year roaming North America having learned a great deal. Go for it, Chris

Urbanologist · 09-15-2015, 12:22 PM

My 22' Safari Sport is GREAT for short term trips!! It's a 2008. In 2009 they changed the dining space to be MORE user friendly by turning it into a booth. Wife HATED the dang thing! Now, the 34' Panamerica is OUR home on the road. Get as much space as you can reasonably AFFORD. Do NOT buy and think you'll trade up later - it's really wasteful in TIME & MONEY.

TruckerFritz · 09-15-2015, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by MaiziesGang

We started RVing a year ago and went with the Flying Cloud 25. We have been very pleased with a few changes. I would get the propane oven; you have to turn off AC, Hot Water etc. when using the Microwave Convection Oven or you will blow the power. Only a 30V. Also think about table configuration. Our sofa is on the side and very uncomfortable to watch TV, would be better in the back. Good luck!

just bought a Microwave Convection Oven (no micro in the Safari).. that is very good to know! think we can work around that....

waltertbell · 09-15-2015, 02:04 PM

Just bought a 2nd w/bunk. Started looking at the smaller ones and found the 23 was the right balance between. Size and features. Twin axle is a big benefit in my opinion ion.

edrosenberg · 09-15-2015, 02:06 PM

We went through exactly the same thought process. We found a 25' that we really liked and bought it. No regrets, easy tow even with a Mercedes 350 Bluetech diesel. Backing up is just a learning curve, no big deal. We appreciate the twin beds in the 25' as it gives extra room to entertain and lounge area. We camped in Canmore AB last weekend in the snow and it was very comfortable. ( After you figure how to operate the thermostat). Go for the 25.

cegardner · 09-15-2015, 02:11 PM

we bought the 22 for our first in 2013. I was able to tow this by myself on trips without hubby. although I did lose part of a finger in a hitching accident. we found it easy to pull and great for continuos travel. when we both wanted several days in one place we did find it cramped in the living area. the large front bed worked and storage ok. sews termite of a comfort home and ought a 25 FB FC. 2015. twin. we love the comfort of the twin and living space. I have not towed this yet, like you somewhat intimidated. we have taken the 25 into forest service campgrounds that are tight but we were able to find sites that we could manuver into. some require taking the weight distribution hitch off. with all this being sAid, we loved the 22 for ease of spaces and love the 25 for comfort. we definitely have much less bounce when towing with the 25. miss the 22 bathroom though. have learned to use the sluding curtains to proved a large bathing space. we have boo docked in both and of course had more capacity with the 25. you will not regret either. it is a matter of space differences. many people recommend taking the driving courses for truckers if you are new to towing. there are no wrong choices.

Guyel · 09-15-2015, 02:16 PM

We have the 25' twin FC and I find it easy to tow and very maneuverable. Its our first travel trailer and I agree with previous comments. Go with the 25.
'Good Luck

m.hony · 09-15-2015, 02:29 PM

Also, get a 50 amp trailer so the a/c and microwave or your wife's hair dryer can be used at the same time without tripping breakers.

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Len n Jeanne · 09-15-2015, 02:30 PM

It really depends on what kind of camping you like to do, what specifically you want your AS to have in it, how many of you will be camping, and your floor plan preferences.

We deliberately stay small because we enjoy camping in older, less-visited boondocking campgrounds in more remote areas, where 20' is often about as long as you can go. While most of the national park campgrounds accommodate longer trailers, their number of sites for them is sometimes limited, with more sites available for small RVs. With a Tundra truck with a canopy on it (topper, cap,) we have more room for camping gear than we need.

When Bambi the First got totaled in an accident, we looked at the 22' Sport, and also could have gotten a good price on a used 23' International. We decided on the 19' Flying Cloud.

We really like the Flying Cloud's light, bright interior, the 19''s back window over the bed (vs. the rear-end bathroom we saw in the Sport) and the fact that desirable features were standard, like the front stone guards and storage in the rear bumper. We have a full bath, a decent kitchen, and sufficient room for us and a medium-size dog.

Our unit does not have a microwave or space to put one, but hey-- we're camping.

We never felt crowded in the 16-footer, however, and that included some 6-week camp-a-thons.

StreamNTyme · 09-15-2015, 02:41 PM

So now that you have a zillion opinions and are totally confused...
My 2 cents: we have had a 29'; 30'; & 28'. Loved them all!
We now have a 25' and we love it too...
So you have to decide what works for you...no one can do that for you. Go with your gut...don't second guess yourself.... It will all work out and you will have a great time camping, meet wonderful people and see fabulous places...America the Beautiful is waiting for you...don't delay.

Amsterdamer · 09-15-2015, 02:42 PM

As soon as you decide that the 25 is the way to go, you'll have to pick the bedroom and lounge configuration that you like best.

Then you'll say, I like the larger lounge and the larger bedroom, can't I have both? Of course you can, get the 27, which is the 25 with both the larger lounge and the larger bedroom!

Been there, bought the 27 with twins!

MelGoddard · 09-15-2015, 03:01 PM

We found the same thing with our 25'FB cushions, not very comfortable to watch TV. Also the leatherette is very slippery, causing me to slowly slid off the seat.
The bed is very comfortable; however a queen sized bed in a little room is way too much. Difficult to get in or out of the bed.
No problem towing with a Ford f-150 Ecoboost. good fuel milage, comparable to my previous Toyota 4-Runner 6cyl. towing a Hi-Lo.
It's very evident tho, that AS marches to their own drummer, as many of the features do not follow RV Industry standards, and there are items installed that have no rhyme or reason. One wonders what they are drinking in the Design Bureau.

Tater · 09-15-2015, 03:09 PM

We did the 22' Sport then a 25" FC. Get the 25'. You will be happy, happy. Having a full queen bed, easy to tow as the Sport. It's all good. Get the 25' and see the USA. We now have a 30' but not because of anything wrong with the 25'. You will be much happier with the 25' long term.

ericpeltier · 09-15-2015, 03:18 PM

You will hardly notice the size difference. Get the 25.

DeltaRon · 09-15-2015, 03:22 PM

We were going to buy the 2015 FC 25 but ended up with the 28. Only 3 feet longer but you get a separate dinette along with the long and short sofa. We use the dinette more than the sofa.

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Bob662 · 09-15-2015, 03:30 PM

Len N Jeanne,
How usable do you find the 48" width bed in the FC23 for two people? That would have been our first choice but for concern the bed is too narrow.

Banker · 09-15-2015, 03:46 PM

Bought a 2001 AS 25. Loved it, but sold it after three years. Now I've ordered a 2016 Interstate.

Doc Foster · 09-15-2015, 04:00 PM

The extra 4' in length is not that more noticeable while towing and only a tiny bit more difficult when getting in and out of gas stations. You will quickly get used to towing it. I recently from a 25 Flying Cloud to a 30 Serenity and hardly noticed any difference with the same tow vehicle.
Compare them side by side.
25 has bigger bed or twin bed arrangement, 2 axles, bigger AC, bigger tanks (black, grey, fresh and propane - all which is nice when boondocking), bigger dinette, more storage, bigger fridge, etc. If you are second guessing yourselves now, it will most likely be worse later. I learned the hard way in the last 10 years moving from a 19', then 25' and now the 30, which is more than enough room for the two of us, but in a few years we plan on taking our grandkids on summer vacations with us all over the USA.
If you go with the 25, I would recommend the 25FB Twin, because it has the dinette in the back (better views in many campgrounds), and with the twin beds it is much easier to maneuver in the bedroom and much easier to make the bed. The other 25's it is not that easy to make the bed - that space on the back side of the bed is not that usable. Just my 2 cents worth.