24 ft LD October 16, 2016, 06:57:00 pm Hello everyone! I am a newbie and am very interested in purchasing a used Lazy Daze within the next 12 months. I would like to be able to have a smaller motorhome but don't want to make the mistake that many have made by purchasing something too small. We have an 18 foot travel trailer now and we function okay but we use the SUV as storage. We travel with 2 60 pound dogs and we will need a place for them to sleep. I would very much appreciate any suggestions you may have to offer regarding size and configuration.
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #1 – October 16, 2016, 07:50:02 pm Hi, and welcome!Just be aware that with the cab section of a class C, LD or otherwise, you will lose some space. You would probably have essentially the same amount of livable space in a 24 ft. LD that you do in your 18 ft. travel trailer, depending on how the trailer manufacturer measures length. 1 Likes
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #2 – October 16, 2016, 09:48:25 pm Would you recommend a floorplan that has the best livability factor?
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #3 – October 16, 2016, 11:13:20 pm Quote from: Marciebp - October 16, 2016, 09:48:25 pmWould you recommend a floorplan that has the best livability factor?Marcie, "livability" is a very subjective term. Tell us how you define livability and perhaps owners can match a floor plan to your vision of livability.Chris 1 Likes
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #4 – October 16, 2016, 11:32:23 pm Each plan has its advantages but if it were me I'd want something larger than 24' for two people and two largish dogs, especially if you're having to store stuff in your car now. I think the main thing to consider is whether you'd like one larger room or two smaller ones in your motorhome. If the former, then I'd suggest the 27' Rear Bath. If the latter, then one of the other models.We have a Rear Bath and like it a lot. Since you seem comfortable with your dogs on the dinette seats, the dinette in the Rear Bath might provide the space for them to sleep that you seek. The table can be dropped down and the back rests placed on top of it to create one large bed where I imagine they'd be quite comfortable, without invading your space, but also while still being where they can see and be near you.Our Rear Bath has the optional second sofa on the passenger side in place of the standard two barrel chairs and table. That way we each have a sofa to lounge on and the second sofa adds a lot of additional storage underneath it, accessible from the outside. The two sofa configuration also gives you more sleeping options. We use the cabover bed, but the sofas can also be used for sleeping, either separately or pulled together into one large bed.If you like to be with your dogs both day and night, then I think the Rear Bath might be best in that it has one large room where you all might fit without crowding each other too much. If everyone tries to be in the same space in the other plans I think it could get a bit crowded.In addition, the rear bathroom might provide a place to isolate the dogs when needed, without interfering too much with your use of the rest of the coach.Terry2003 26.5' RBGardnerville, NV 1 Likes
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #5 – October 17, 2016, 01:03:45 am We find the 27' MidBath works well for our dogs. Our small one is not as big as yours (she is only17lbs) but the large one is 75lbs or so. Additionally when we watch our neighbor's lab mix (80lbs), she comes along too. Not sure I would want to do more than three though.The nice thing about the mid bath is when we need to close an area off from the dogs, (we are preparing food or separating the dogs) we can lock the dogs in the back half of the RV using the bathroom door that acts as a room divider. We do not travel with the dogs in a crate. I know you should but....John 1 Likes
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #6 – October 17, 2016, 02:09:33 am Thank you for your comments. Looks like I need to study the different floorplans. I appreciate the details you provided; there is nothing like real life experiences. I am hoping to get to the Lazy Daze factory within the next few weeks and will be able to better visualize the options. I haven't had the opportunity to step inside a Lazy Daze - a decision should become clearer.
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #7 – October 17, 2016, 08:31:54 am I travel solo with a 33-pound dog in a 23.5' TK; it works for us, but there are a few compromises. If I traveled with another person and/or another dog, particularly a larger dog, I would be in a 27'. (Obviously, small dogs are less problematic as far as space is concerned unless one has a "multi-pack".) In my rig, the dog's bed is at the back of the rig between the couches; this can be problematic because the table in a TK is a drop-down between the couches, and the only place for "people feet" is on the dog bed. (Her food, towels, blankets, and grooming supplies are carried in a part of one of the overhead cabinets.) When I have the occasional traveling companion, the guest's bed is one of the couches and the dog's bed moves to between the front seats. I know a few people who travel with more and/or larger dogs in small rigs, and, depending on the crowding tolerance levels for the dog(s) and the people involved, it can certainly be done - and I have done it. However, it's not necessarily the most comfortable, convenient, or "tidy" arrangement, particularly in the rain! With a larger rig, one simply has more dog placement options that allow the two-leggers (and the dogs) to move around without tripping over each other. As ever, YMMV.Joan 2 Likes
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #8 – October 17, 2016, 12:36:54 pm Hi and welcome,I lived in a 24ft RB LD for about a year. I loved my LD and initially thought that the 24ft was enough for me and one small dog. After about 6 months, I began to realize that it was just a bit too small for long term living, even as a single. Even though you spend a great deal of time outside, you can't ignore the practical aspects such as storage, longer stretches of time indoors because of bad weather, and a host of other space issues. I sold my original LD rig and have been looking for a replacement LD. I would suggest that a minimum of the 26.5ft LD for longer term living. The choice of the model, RB or MB, is strictly a personal choice. I personally like the "feeling" of more space with the RB, front lounge model, but many like the great views from the rear lounge and also like the flexibility of separating the space with the bathroom door. You should try to look at both models in person, if possible. There is also a 31ft model and there are many differences of opinion about this longer LD model. There are no shortages of opinions on the 31ft LD on this forum so I'll leave that discussion the the 31ft owners.Cheers and happy hunting,Tom V 1 Likes
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #9 – October 17, 2016, 03:02:17 pm Thanks again. Presently, we are held back by animal responsibilities of owning a hobby farmso that's the reason we can wait until we find a good rig for us. As time passes, we will be more free to get up and wander. But as time flies; we too, get older. I don't want to wait so long as we miss our opportunities to lead a more carefree lifestyle.On that note, as a curiosity - and I don't intend to be rude but at what age do people decide that it's time to set aside their wandering ways? I feel very young and healthy at 64 and my husband is going strong at 73 but at some point the inevitable happens . I hope that it isn't too late for us.
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #10 – October 17, 2016, 03:30:44 pm "...at what age do people decide that it's time to set aside their wandering ways?"----Some people are ready to hang up the keys at 40, some at 80, and some would go until they had to be hoisted into the driver's seat and pointed down the road. Not that I recommend the latter, but many of us are in our 70s (and older), still have (most of) our "buttons", are still doing what it takes to maintain and prep the rig for travel, drive safely and comfortably, and enjoy every mile! If one enjoys the freedom of the RV travel lifestyle, can manage the rig care, is sufficiently active and fit, and has the skills and reactions to drive without endangering themselves or anyone else, there is no arbitrary age to stop wandering! YMMV, for sure!Joan 5 Likes
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #11 – October 23, 2016, 09:15:02 pm We've traveled in our 24' TK with two 75 pound dogs. It worked just fine for us. We slept in the cabover. One of the dogs slept under the table and the other occupied the floor in the kitchen area. When we traveled one stayed under the table (not the one that slept there) and the other laid on the floor behind the passenger seat. The only time the dogs seemed to be in the way was when one of them decided to sleep in front of the bathroom door. 2 Likes
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #12 – October 24, 2016, 04:50:43 pm Thank you ! That was what I was really hoping to hear as I wanted to stay as small as possible. I love the bigger layout but don't want to sacrifice some of the smaller camping spots. Nothing is perfect! Now, please keep your eyes peeled for a nice 24' TK. 😊💜👍
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #13 – October 27, 2016, 10:11:23 am A good friend and a member of the North East Lazy Daze group has just placed his 23 foot LD on the market. He lived in Maine and when not using the rig, had it kept indoor in his barn. His reason for selling is that he believes it is time to hang up the keys. His name is Larry Wilson, and can be reached via the North East Lazy Daze forum. We were just at an event with the group this past week, and had a chance to see his rig again. It is very nice, and I would buy it except I have a 27 foot LD. Some wannabees came to the campground to look it over, I'm not sure if a deal was completed. If interested, give him a call ASAP. 1 Likes
Re: 24 ft LD Reply #14 – October 28, 2016, 01:44:04 am I will do that. Thank you very much. I tried to send a message through this forum without success.
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