R-pod Owners Forum : Introduction to the Merry Widow http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Introduction to the Merry Widow Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 08:02:43 +0000 Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:31:44 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1490 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Introduction to the Merry Widow : Ladies...I'm impressed! I... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12650#12650 Author: Guests
Subject: 1490
Posted: 09 Nov 2010 at 6:31pm

Ladies...I'm impressed!  I thought we were mostly a bunch of grumpy old geezers, here on the forum. LOL LOL ]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:31:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12650#12650 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Welcome Taya! I am sorry about... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12643#12643 Author: Maryjo
Subject: 1490
Posted: 09 Nov 2010 at 6:46am

Welcome Taya! I am sorry about your loss. I am also a widow.  My husband and I used to go camping with a pop-up. Last year I finally sold it and used the money for a down-payment on an R-Pod. One of the best decisions I have ever made. I love mine and I bet you will feel the same about yours. It is a great way to meet new people. Great picture! ]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 06:46:58 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12643#12643 Introduction to the Merry Widow : I have been divorced after 30... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12637#12637 Author: tdrace
Subject: 1490
Posted: 08 Nov 2010 at 7:26pm

I have been divorced after 30 years, and I have the 173. I go by myself all the time and just joined a group call Sisters on the Fly. Great group of women campers across the USA.  Google Sisters On the Fly, they have alot of vintage campers but new ones are allowed also. R-pod Nation is having a rally June 26 at Kentucky Horse Park. Hope you can come.]]> Mon, 08 Nov 2010 19:26:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12637#12637 Introduction to the Merry Widow : I too am a widow andhope to be... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12621#12621 Author: Brewsterivy
Subject: 1490
Posted: 08 Nov 2010 at 12:58pm

I too am a widow and hope to  be picking up a Pod in the spring. I just sold my Scamp which was just a bit too small for me.  What size r-pod do you have? I could not tell from the photo what size your model was but that is great that you can pull with the CRV.  I started camping alone - never had been in my life - never even been in a trailer!  I hope we meet up at a rally some day.
]]> Mon, 08 Nov 2010 12:58:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12621#12621 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Hi Taya, We also purchased... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12620#12620 Author: AvalancheRpod
Subject: 1490
Posted: 08 Nov 2010 at 11:59am

Hi Taya,
 
We also purchased our R-pod from Can-am last fall and have used it alot since then. We are not too far from you in Burlington.
 
My mother, who lives in Etobicoke, is also a widow and has recently told us she plans to start using the Airstream trailer she and my Dad had again.
 
Safe travels,
 
Phil
]]> Mon, 08 Nov 2010 11:59:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12620#12620 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Nice picture and congratulations... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12585#12585 Author: Guests
Subject: 1490
Posted: 05 Nov 2010 at 5:01pm

Nice picture and congratulations on the parking successes!  I'm sure you'll do just fine.  The only problem I see is that the Pod isn't moving....it needs to be going down the road on an adventure!Smile]]> Fri, 05 Nov 2010 17:01:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12585#12585 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Thank you for being so welcoming!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12579#12579 Author: Taya
Subject: 1490
Posted: 05 Nov 2010 at 10:15am

Thank you for being so welcoming! It was wonderful to read all the responses.

When I bought the trailer from Can-Am in Lambeth (you may have heard of them, they are known North America wide), they took me through a training session. They taught me to back up using mirrors only (I always use mirrors only, don't like twisting around) and I have successfully parked my Poddie four times now. What a feeling of empowerment! Woo Hoo!

Everyone who toured my Poddie (by sticking their head inside) were duly impressed. It's not a come-down at all after the fifth wheel.

Looking forward to learning lots from everyone!

]]> Fri, 05 Nov 2010 10:15:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12579#12579 Introduction to the Merry Widow : MY WIFE AND I ARE ALSO NEW AND... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12567#12567 Author: BIG BEAR
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 9:12pm

MY WIFE AND I ARE ALSO NEW AND HAVENT MADE OUR MINDS UP ON WHICH RPOD. BUT ARE LEANING TOWARD THE 177. ANYWAY WE LOVE TO FLY FISH AND ARE HOPING TO GET UP YOUR WAY SOON.]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 21:12:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12567#12567 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Taya, welcome to the group! I'm... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12563#12563 Author: peachpod
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 8:34pm

Taya, welcome to the group!  I'm so sorry for your loss, but I'm so glad that you've struck out on your own.  There are a few women podders out here!  I'm married, but I tow our Peachpod everywhere we go.  DH is a college history professor, GIod love him, and he's happy to enjoy the scenery, read, or grade papers while I drive.   I used to ride, train and show horses, so I've been towing something since I was 16 years old. 
 
We've had everthing from small TTs to a 34 foot fifth wheel, so I know where you're coming from.  We're really enjoying our Peachpod; it's so nice and small, and easy to hitch up and tow.  We're camping more now, than when we had our big rigs!
 
You've already taken the first step - Florida's totally doable next year!  Go for it!! Thumbs Up
]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 20:34:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12563#12563 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Originally posted by techntrekWelcome.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12561#12561 Author: Butterfly_Lee
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 7:02pm

Originally posted by techntrek

Welcome.  The best thing you can do is "go back to driving school".  Hitch up and head for the local school or shopping parking lot.  Pick a spot and practice backing in - eventually it will be natural.  Also I recommend aiming your side mirrors slightly down at first so you can see the 'pod wheels in the lower edge of your mirror.  This will help you squeeze through tight spots in traffic until you get used to the width.

While your back at driving school try this "put a hand bottom center of the steering wheel, when you move the steering wheel to the left your pod will go left (provided your vehicle is in reverse), and the same to the right.

Welcome to the Forum from another single traveler.

LeeClap
]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 19:02:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12561#12561 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Welcome. The best thing you can... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12557#12557 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 4:56pm

Welcome.  The best thing you can do is "go back to driving school".  Hitch up and head for the local school or shopping parking lot.  Pick a spot and practice backing in - eventually it will be natural.  Also I recommend aiming your side mirrors slightly down at first so you can see the 'pod wheels in the lower edge of your mirror.  This will help you squeeze through tight spots in traffic until you get used to the width.]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 16:56:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12557#12557 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Welcome you will find many... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12550#12550 Author: rpodcamper.com
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 3:41pm

Welcome you will find many happy times with the rpod!]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:41:24 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12550#12550 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Originally posted by TayaI don't... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12548#12548 Author: HuronSailor
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 11:52am

Originally posted by Taya

I don't dare think of taking it to Florida yet, maybe next year when I have another year of experience under my belt!
 
You'll do great. My wife didn't have much experience towing either, and she pulled ours through downtown Atlanta GA last February on our way to FL.
]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:52:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12548#12548 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Any Podders in Iowa? http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12547#12547 Author: Hawkeyes
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 11:45am

Any Podders in Iowa?]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:45:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12547#12547 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Welcome, Taya!There are a handful... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12545#12545 Author: Outbound
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 11:02am

Welcome, Taya!

There are a handful of Ontarian podders around.  Its great to find one more!
]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:02:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12545#12545 Introduction to the Merry Widow : So happy you have joined the group.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12544#12544 Author: Hawkeyes
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 10:16am

So happy you have joined the group.  My husband and I bought our first camper this fall and had to put it right into winter storage ( Iowa). We have never towed anything before, but feel confident it will all work out.  This winter we just have to satisfy ourselves with buying fun things for the camper and planning trips for next year!]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 10:16:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12544#12544 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Welcome to the group, Taya! Glad... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12543#12543 Author: Guests
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 10:01am

Welcome to the group, Taya!  Glad to hear you enjoy your Pod!  There are a number of us single campers out here and sorry to hear of your loss.  Please check in often and keep us up to date on what's going on. ]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 10:01:56 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12543#12543 Introduction to the Merry Widow : Hello everyone, I'm a recent... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1490&PID=12539#12539 Author: Taya
Subject: 1490
Posted: 04 Nov 2010 at 7:44am

Hello everyone, I'm a recent widow who used to travel in style in a huge gorgeous Fifth Wheel with Diesel truck. That was my former life before everything changed last year.

I hail from Ontario Canada, where there aren't too many R-Pods on the road yet. I bought mine in the spring of this year, and used it several times this summer and fall. I adore my R-Pod. It's perfect for me. As well, I love the oohs and aahs from pedestrians as I pull up to traffic signals!

I never towed anything in my life until I bought this awesome unit. I tow it with my Honda CRV, a four cylinder, and it tows easier than I ever imagined. It's now winterized and stored for the winter. I don't dare think of taking it to Florida yet, maybe next year when I have another year of experience under my belt!

Thanks for reading!
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