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Forum: On The Road... 05-09-2022, 09:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,677
Posted By Allons
One More Thing

One more thing. There is some construction on NM 68 out of Espanola, but it should not be a problem, as traffic is generally light.
Forum: On The Road... 05-09-2022, 09:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,677
Posted By Allons
SF to Taos

As others suggest, check on the fires before starting out. Taos News carried a "be prepared to evacuate" message to residents in the Sipapu area last night. Area is close to where you will be...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-02-2020, 09:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,306
Posted By Allons
Recommend you consider the Land Rover Discovery...

Recommend you consider the Land Rover Discovery with the td6 diesel engine. I've been towing a 27' Safari with it, and love it. Will certainly handle the smaller AS with ease.
Forum: On The Road... 06-29-2020, 08:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,787
Posted By Allons
One more thing....

The owners manual for my Discovery recommends against using a weight distribution hitch. I suspect yours does, also. Both my dealer (indirectly and discretely) and CanAm recommended otherwise. I...
Forum: On The Road... 06-28-2020, 09:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,787
Posted By Allons
Good Choice!

For the last year, our tow vehicle for our 27' FC FB has been a 2018 Land Rover Discovery HSE diesel, and it has been entirely satisfactory. The tow data for your Range Rover and the Discovery are...
Forum: On The Road... 12-17-2019, 11:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,596
Posted By Allons
I second the motion for Medora and the Theodore...

I second the motion for Medora and the Theodore Roosevelt National Park, both sections. We were there in theFall, after the tourists had left, and the foliage was spectacular along the Little...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-25-2019, 11:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,349
Posted By Allons
Discovery Td6

Well, the verdict is in! We did a 300 mile, six-night shakedown last week, and the Discovery is all we had hoped for. Plenty of power, and with the 8-speed transmission (versus the 6-speed in the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-29-2019, 10:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,349
Posted By Allons
Discovery

We are all in the same boat. I loved my 2008 and 2012 MB 350 diesel GLs, but the last one was getting long of tooth, so I bought a 2018 Discovery HSE Luxury with the Td6 engine. No experience yet,...
Forum: The Pet Forum 05-13-2019, 12:07 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,477
Posted By Allons
I live and hunt quail with my Brittanys in New...

I live and hunt quail with my Brittanys in New Mexico, which is definitely rattlesnake country. I've always kept the dogs' snake bite vaccinations up to date, but, thankfully, never have needed to...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 12-13-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,278
Posted By Allons
We've had both a 25 and now a 27, both with twin...

We've had both a 25 and now a 27, both with twin beds, like you want. In the 25, the bed buts right up to the bulkhead, making it more difficult to make up. The 27 gives you some extra room at the...
Forum: On The Road... 09-05-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,703
Posted By Allons
No Problem

We did this road a couple of years ago, towing a 25' Safari with a 2012 Mercedes 350 GL (diesel) and had absolutely no problems. Echo the recommendation to spend a couple of days at the Buffalo Bill...
Forum: On The Road... 08-09-2018, 11:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,834
Posted By Allons
I 80 Camping

We have stopped several times at the KOA on the east side of Cheyenne, and always found it to be very satisfactory.

While in Nebraska, east of Ogallala, is the small town of Paxton. If passing...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-17-2018, 09:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,349
Posted By Allons
Land Rover Discovery Td6

Anyone out there towing a mid-sized Airstream (27') with a newer Discovery with the Turbo Diesel engine? I'm currently towing with a Mercedes GL Bluetec diesel, which is wonderful, but Mercedes...
Forum: On The Road... 03-05-2018, 04:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,695
Posted By Allons
Agree with the majority who recommend touring Oak...

Agree with the majority who recommend touring Oak Creek Canyon without the trailer. We are regular visitors to Sedona in April, and have done the 179, I-17 route many times. It's very scenic in its...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 09-10-2017, 01:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,651
Posted By Allons
Best Dealer

I can't say "best," because I haven't dealt with anyone else, but I can highly recommend Holiday Travel Trailer, now Airstream of New Mexico, in Albuquerque. Since you are so close right now in...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 07-12-2017, 02:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,760
Posted By Allons
We enjoyed our 2004 25' FB Twin Bed Safari very...

We enjoyed our 2004 25' FB Twin Bed Safari very much for seven years, and now have upgraded to a 2013 27' Flying Cloud, again with the twin bed arrangement. I have to agree with those who say the...
Forum: Our Community 05-31-2017, 12:24 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 18,706
Posted By Allons
Welcome! You'll not regret the move to...

Welcome! You'll not regret the move to Airstream. We went through
the factory at Jackson Center several years ago, and our guide said it was possible to watch your trailer being built. Maybe you...
Forum: On The Road... 03-13-2017, 06:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,821
Posted By Allons
Agree with all the posts. I would add a...

Agree with all the posts. I would add a recommendation that you look at the wonderful weaving and rugs in the Four Corners area. Todalina, Two Gray Hills, Tec Nos Pos, Cameron and Hubble Trading...
Forum: On The Road... 02-28-2017, 11:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,985
Posted By Allons
We were just there last April, and stayed at Rio...

We were just there last April, and stayed at Rio Grande Village. Can't agree enough that Big Bend is well worth doing. April is about as late as you will want to be there, though. We had full...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-30-2016, 01:47 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 9,254
Posted By Allons
Mercedes Benz 350 Bluetec (Diesel, SUV) is what I...

Mercedes Benz 350 Bluetec (Diesel, SUV) is what I tow our 25' Safari with. Never a problem with power, and I do a lot of towing at high altitude and in the mountains. Gets 15 to 17 MPG while...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-17-2016, 09:25 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,961
Posted By Allons
Recommend you at least look at the Mercedes Benz...

Recommend you at least look at the Mercedes Benz GL 350, with the Blue Tec diesel. Tows our 25 foot, 2004 Safari (GVW 6600 lbs.) with ease on the steepest highway grades, and is a great everyday...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-17-2016, 09:05 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 25,705
Posted By Allons
We haven't had both, so this may disqualify my...

We haven't had both, so this may disqualify my reply, but our 2004 Safari has twin beds, and we are very happy with the arrangement. I can be a "thrasher" some nights, and, at 75, tend to get up a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-11-2016, 03:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,105
Posted By Allons
I've been towing a 25' Safari for six years now...

I've been towing a 25' Safari for six years now with the Mercedes GL 350, and recommend you look at a diesel as opposed to the gasoline engine. I've NEVER needed more power than what was available...
Forum: On The Road... 03-22-2016, 02:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,134
Posted By Allons
Us 160

All good replies. Weather so far this spring has been good, and Wolf Creek and La Veta Passes should be no problem, but this is the Rocky Mountains, so be aware of the weather. There's an iPhone ap...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-13-2016, 10:41 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,811
Posted By Allons
Diesel is the answer, no matter what the question...

Diesel is the answer, no matter what the question about tow vehicles. Among SUVs, try the Mercedes GL (or ML, for a 23') or Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-09-2015, 10:20 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,894
Posted By Allons
I couldn't agree more. Our 2012 Mercedes 350 GL...

I couldn't agree more. Our 2012 Mercedes 350 GL Bluetec is perfect for towing our 1904 25' Safari. It should handle the lighter trailer with ease.
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