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Interior Photos?
Yahoo Message Number: 13
Does anyone have access to interior photos? I'm in Florida, trying to decide between Lazy Daze, Chinook, and Born Free, and have only seen the very few interior pix that come with the literature and are on the web site. I was told that the LD interiors are very dark compared to the others, and I'd like to get an idea of HOW dark before I move into final decisions or fly out to see one. I've made a spread sheet comparing all of the above and LD's come out way ahead in terms of value. I'm looking at new, the 23.5' front lounge unit, specifically. And I'm also curious about clearance. I travel every year in Alaska, NWT, YT and BC and some of the roads are rather unforgiving. I'm also wondering if any of you have felt pinched in terms of weight. The payload on the lighter weight chassis is less than a thousand pounds. The past 20 years I've traveled in VW Westfalias and Eurovan Campers, but I owned a 28' mh before that. So I'm not a newbie, but the mh world has changed a lot since I knew anything about it. Really, I'd like to hear any specifics about why y'all love these Lazy Daze. Quality? Price? Company support? Are they tough? Can I drive one on miserable roads without it rattling into pieces? Thanks for any input. Joan
Interior Photos?
Reply #1 –
Yahoo Message Number: 14
Hi Roadwaves! For your viewing pleasure, I have uploaded four photos of a 1996 Rear Bath model into our photos section. I'm not sure of the length, but think it's 23.5'. The other two brands you mentioned are both quality units. The Born Free's are quite expensive as compared to the LD's. Not sure about the cost for the Chinook.

I haven't been to Alaska (unfortunately), so can't comment specifically on how the LD will handle. It is one of the best handling class C's out there, by all accounts. It's low slung, so rearching the clearance issue is a good idea. The LD's are well built, so I don't think you'll have a problem with them falling apart. Perhaps one of our members has made the trip and can comment more specifically. It sounds as if you're really doing your homework, so I'm sure you'll make the right decision in the end. Are you looking to buy new or used? Please e-mail me or post a message if you have other questions.

BTW, cool web site you have there! :-) Greg
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264
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Yahoo Message Number: 15
Wow, Greg. Quick response. Thanks so much for your effort. The cabinets are dark in the LD's ; I guess that's what everyone was talking about. The less expensive Chinook, when outfitted almost comparably to the LD, sells for about $77,000. Quite a bit more than the Born Free, even, and no cabover bed. But, it's very solid. The Born Free's are very nice, but there's about $15,000 difference between them and the LD. I'm trying to figure out why the big disparity in prices, if not just profit. And I'm researching new. I travel a lot alone and need something that I can really depend on. Even more than Alaska, I recommend a trip into British Columbia. The Cassier Highway is magnificent, as is Atlin Lake. And the Provincial Parks in B.C. are beautiful and immaculate. Thanks. :-) Joan
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Reply #3 –
Yahoo Message Number: 16
Many Lazy Daze owners have traveled to Alaska.
The highly insulated features of the LD models make traveling in cold climates very comfortable. As far as the coach rattling on unforgiving roads...any coach will get a bit rattled on the roads you are describing.
Chinook has a 4-wheel drive model, but expect to spend major dollars (around $100,000+), and you will still not have the roominess of the LD or the cabover bed area. The Chinook basic models start at $85,000 for a rig meant for only two people to travel. The 23.5 ft Lazy Daze starts at around $54,000...that's alot of gas money!

For the real scoop, call Steve Newton at Lazy Daze and tell him Rob Haerr sent you(he will get a kick out of it!)...ask him all your questions, you will get the honest answers you need without any sales BS. Sometimes the answers will contai honesty you don't want to hear, but that is better than fluff anytime, and they really know how to build a coach! The LD website is at http://www.lazydaze.com ...if you email them, Steve will return your message.
Good hunting...Rob
 
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Reply #4 –
Yahoo Message Number: 18
Thanks for the replies. B.C. is indeed a beautiful area to explore. It's a great place to see bears.

Rob, I emailed Lazy Daze last night with a list of questions. I also told them that I was spurred to consider the LD's based on the accounts of the many happy owners, including the ones here.

I've driven the Born Free 23' and 24'. They have an outlet in Central Florida. And I've driven the Chinook, both the Premier and the Concourse. I considered the 4 wheel drive option, but I really don't want to spend that much. I also question the application on the Chinook for anything but weekend camping. The payload is small, even without the added equipment. They drive great, though, as do the Born Free's. 4 wheel drive is also an option on the Born Free, although they don't advertise it. Again, though, it's $10,000 that I doubt would pay for itself.
I'm not a fearless daredevil, just want to know that I can get out of whatever I get myself into in the normal course of a drive. I'll happily take the odd logging road for scenics.

I'm going to be traveling for 6 months to a year, so I need more space than I have in the Eurovan, but I'm trying to compromise my mobility as little as possible by sticking with smallish alternatives. For example, I use the ferry system in the PNW a lot. I'm used to paying car prices. And I want to lose as few "Going to the Sun" road opportunities as possible in the transition.

Another question. Anyone on here use solar? I boondock most of the time and am going to add a couple of panels ( W). That's another reason that I'm considering LD's.
Most of the mfg's seem to be going the microwave/convection route. MW's are nice, but I want an oven. I don't want to have to use a gen or hook up someplace to cook.

One more question: Anyone know how high the cabover is inside? Can you sit up in it?

Thanks.
Joan