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Old 01-05-2019, 01:47 PM   #12
RVMichael
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 24.1
State: Florida
Posts: 247
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If in doubt, believe the wind forecast. It was one of the most harrowing experiences in my life, especially on the bridge.

"They reported minimum overturning wind speeds (perpendicular to the vehicle) of 24 m/s (53 mi/hr) for a 5.5 m [18 foot] travel trailer, 29 m/s (65 mi/hr) for a 9 m [29.5 foot] motor home, 33 m/s (73 mi/hr) for a 13,600 kg semi-trailer, and 45 m/s (101 mi/hr) for a 5 m [16.4 foot] camper van [class B]."

High wind article found here.
I'd love to here any advice regarding wind, especially from those out west where I have heard the winds can be very voracious. I will be traveling out that way once we go full time next year.

Thanks!
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