Meet Boldlygo II

On Saturday, October 30, 2010, we got up early and went to breakfast at IHOP. Why the special treatment? Why, we were going to go get our new trailer, that's what! I had previously mentioned that we had purchased a new RV and had traded off Boldlygo. Now, that whole thing is a little bit bitter sweet. I remember the thrill that we had when we purchased Boldlygo, how we had named him, how we proudly brought him home to his spot on the driveway. I remember the first trip that we took with Boldlygo. It was to a KOA in Pomona, kind of a close by "shake down" trip to try everything out and get used to our new toy. I recall our trips to Arizona, a couple of trips to Tombstone and another to Prescott. I remember fondly our arrival in Fort Sumner, New Mexico where we encountered thunder storms on the night of our arrival. I was outside of Boldlygo trying to barbecue a couple of chicken breasts for supper while the wind blew and the huge drops of rain bombarded my bare pate. I recall our frequent trips to Buellton, one of our very favorite places to go. And then, there is the first time that Dani went camping with us, to a KOA in Chula Vista (San Diego). Aw, the sentimentality . . . when I saw the guys at the RV lot hauling Boldlygo away, leaving him sitting all by himself and knowing that we were going to drive away and leave him there, I nearly got a lump in my throat. I almost thought that I might shed a tear or two . . . almost . . . nearly . . . close, but no cigar. My sentimental thoughts were rudely interrupted by . . . . Boldlygo II!! Twenty seven feet of shear comfort. The swivel chairs from which to watch our flat screen tv. The queen size island bed, so that we don't have to crawl all over each other to get up. The oven, where I can bake the cakes and cookies that I am restricted by health from eating. The THREE burner stove!! The huge fresh water tank, so that when we're dry camping, I don't have to stink on the way home! Ah, the life! Sorry Boldlygo . . . meet Boldlygo II!

We have been talking (and talking and talking) about getting a larger trailer for quite a while. We had grown a little weary of the lack of space that we had, especially on some of our longer trips. So, we set off to the RV show at the LA County Fairgrounds to check out this year's offerings. In previous shows, we had pretty much narrowed down what we really wanted in a camping trailer. Of the various floor plan offerings, we always seemed to come back to a rear lounge design. Of course, that floor plan was in a length that was a little longer than we really wanted. In the end however, comfort won out over maneuverability and we purchased the rear lounge model. Now in going to the show, we really weren't decided that we would definitely make a deal while there, but we both harbored some hopes that we might walk away with a new trailer. I have to say that if anyone is thinking about purchasing a new RV, now is a great time! The dealers are willing to cut some real deals. So anyhow, back to the story.

Our pickup date was this last Saturday, the 30th of October. I won't bore you with the PDI (Pre Delievery Inspection) as it was pretty much uneventful and went smoothly. The drive home was pretty routine also. Backing this 1/3 larger trailer into our driveway was a bit of an adventure, but I'm sure that will get better, especially as Sandy and I learn to work better as a team. The old Boldlygo was short enough that I really didn't need much help most of the time. Now however, we'll have to work a bit harder. Thank goodness Sandy has patience with me!

So, here's some more pictures:

Although I don't have any pictures of it, Buck has been introduced to the new Boldlygo. From the way he was wagging his tail and then fell asleep, we're thinking that he approves of all the extra room that he will have while camping. That's good because, after all, we bought it for him (wink, wink. Don't say anything to him, he thinks it was all about him).

First trip? Where else? Buellton for a three day weekend!! Whoo hoo! We'll blog at 'cha later about that trip.