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Pedata RV Center Releases Top 3 Reasons to Listen to “Lifer” RV Drivers

Sunday, March 20th, 2011

Pedata RV Center releases Top 3 reasons to listen to “lifer” RV drivers. RV drivers are of two kinds: part time drivers and what many refer to as “lifers.” Lifer RVers are on the road full time. They may move from campground to campground or they may stay in one spot. But they live in their RV fulltime.

When it comes to making the most of your RV trip there’s no one with more useful information for new or part time RV drivers than the “Lifer RVer.”

Top 3 Reasons to Listen to the “Lifer” RV Drivers:

1. They can provide you with the ‘local’ view of the area. This usually means that you’ll get more local flavor. You’ll be able to hit the real local hot spots instead of the major tourist stops.

2. They can help you avoid unnecessary costs. Avoid the expensive toll roads by using local byways instead. Avoid the expensive supply stores by allowing the experienced RV drivers in the area to direct you towards more affordable supply outlets, RV repair centers, etc.

3. They can direct you towards local festivals, events and celebrations in the surrounding area.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “We always encourage new and part time RV drivers to access the knowledge that is out there from those who have been on the road a substantially longer amount of time. It’s always great to run into like minded individuals at a campground or RV event, but the easiest way to take advantage of the extensive knowledge of full time RVers is online.”

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Releases Top 6 ‘Must Have Items’ for Motorhomes

Tuesday, February 1st, 2011

Pedata RV Center releases Top 6 ‘Must Have Items’ for motorhomes.

Top 6 ‘Must Have Items’ for Motorhomes:

1. First Aid Kit (it doesn’t have to be too extensive, but make sure the kit has the basics such as bandages, aspirin, anti-bacterial cleanse and more).

2. Blanket (no matter how short the trip…emergencies come up. Be warm while waiting out emergencies that delay departures or arrivals).

3. Map and Road Atlas (Remote destinations may cause “out of range” of service for digital devices. It’s quite rare that a traveler is a victim of map or atlas theft. Maps are a terrific backup for when expensive electronic devices disappear due to theft).

4. Garbage bags (Garbage bags are a vital element of every road trip no matter how short or long).

5. Bottled water (a case is recommended, but have at least one at all times).

6. Spare tire (this needs no further discussion. There’s no argument against it).

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “A lot of RVers who have been on the road off and on for years find that they get complacent if they don’t make a concentrated effort to keep their motorhomes stocked with the essentials and they eventually regret it. New motorhome owners are almost more likely to be prepared with the basics! They’re more prone to checking and re-checking and working off of a list.”

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Releases Top 3 List of iPhone Applications to Help Motorhome Travelers Save Money on Gas

Monday, December 27th, 2010

Pedata RV Center releases Top 3 List of iPhone applications to help motorhome travelers save money on gas. When on the road this holiday season, RVers are going to be on the lookout for “lower” gas prices, dividing up gas costs between multiple passengers, etc. Instead of depending on line of sight or amateur math skills, smart motorhome holiday travelers are making use of their smart phones.

Top 3 List of iPhone Applications to Help Save Money on Gas:

1. WHERE: This application combines GPS and GasBuddy to get motorhome travelers gas prices from the closest gas stations. This application is made by uLocate Communications. This application is free.

2. FuelGage: This application is made by Joseph Kueser and costs $0.99. It tracks mileage and offers quick comparisons of performance. It can track multiple vehicles and tally trip totals. It’s particularly useful for splitting gas costs.

3. NetRouter: This application saves fuel by creating optimal routes. This can be particularly advantageous for motorhome owners who have a multiple stop trip scheduled for the holidays.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “Saving money on gas has always been of interest to motorhome owners and travelers. It’s even more interesting now that the recession has made Americans more aware of how much they’re spending and where they are spending it.”

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Sees More RVers Traveling with Pets

Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010

Pedata RV Center sees more RVers traveling with pets. Many assume that when they go on vacation they have to find a place to leave their pets. Some resort to boarding while others obtain a house/petsitter, etc. Either way it is an expense and for many…it is a constant worry while they are out of town vacationing. Pedata RV Center sees many getting around this additional expense and worry by taking their pet along with the family on vacation.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “RV trips are one of the most accommodating when it comes to traveling with pets. The majority of campsites are very pet friendly.”

Some general rules and hints for traveling with pets include:

1. Traveling with pets when they are young allows them to grow more accustomed to being a “traveler.” For instance a puppy or kitten is more likely to travel happily than an older dog or cat that has never traveled.

2. Make sure pets are secure in the vehicle so the driver isn’t distracted and the pet isn’t injured. There are special harnesses that attach to vehicle seat belts that will accommodate most pets.

3. Make sure any traveling pet is wearing a collar and tag with plenty of accurate contact information clearly printed on the front.

4. Consider having your pet microchipped for further safety.

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Releases Top Three List of Reasons for Fall Recreational Vehicle Purchases

Tuesday, September 21st, 2010

Pedata RV Center releases Top 3 List of Reasons for Fall Recreational Vehicle purchases. The majority of recreational interest is driven by vacation and since the majority of vacation time is taken during the summer months when most children still have extended breaks from school the buying season is typically seen as pre-summer. But Pedata RV Center isn’t the only one who sees an influx of interest once people start thinking of all things “Fall.”

Top 3 Reasons for Fall Purchases of Recreational Vehicles:

1. Football: the tailgate party would not BE the “tailgate party” without swarms of RVs filling parking lots to the brim with sports fans. The true fan will be found wearing his jersey, grilling outside of his RV with a TV set up under the awning and an ice chest at his feet.

2. Snowbirds: this is a slang term that refers to the individuals that travel to warmer climates for the winter months. Many are choosing to purchase a recreational vehicle in order to carry their home with them as they travel from their winter home and then back to their “summer home.”

3. Hindsight: They say that hindsight is 20/20 and there’s nothing like looking back on an expensive or ill planned vacation to get you moving to prepare so that you don’t make the same mistakes again. Individuals who look back on their summer travel and realize that they could have been very comfortable in a recreational vehicle (and save a lot of money on food and lodging) will often start off looking to buy as soon as Fall swings around. They want to be fully prepared to take advantage of their new travel tool come the next summer.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “I wouldn’t say that Fall is our busiest buying season, but it’s definitely a healthy buying season. Some are looking for reasons that have already been discussed, and others are looking to buy in the Fall due to the unique traveling opportunities offered by the season.”

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Sees Decreased Vacation Costs Pulling More Families Towards RV Ownership

Monday, September 13th, 2010

Pedata RV Center sees decreased vacation costs pulling more families towards RV ownership. In the past many saw RVing as the realm of either the outdoor enthusiast with a need for a toy hauler/sleeping compartment or the retiree that wanted to drive cross country visiting relatives. Recent statistics are blowing these stereotypes out of the water.

According to a study completed by the University of Michigan the fastest growing group of RV owners are those aged 18-34. Experts suggest that this influx in interest amongst this particular age demographic is due to the need for economical vacationing options.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “We still see the older couples looking for purchase and we still see the outdoor enthusiasts looking for the newest and best features in their next RV. But more and more often we are seeing young families looking for comfortable and affordable recreational vehicles that will enable them to cut their vacation costs.”

According to the RVIA (Recreational Vehicle Industry Association) a family of four can save 27-61% on overall vacation costs if they are traveling by RV. This is a big factor in the minds of many looking to purchase RVs considering the drastic changes to the economy in the last several years.

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Releases Top 5 List of “Snack Foods” for Motorhomes on the Road that Won’t Kill Your Diet

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

Phoenix, AZ: Pedata RV Center releases Top 5 List of “Snack Foods” for motorhomes on the road that won’t kill your diet. The majority of the American public has tightened their belts a bit in response to the recession. They are attempting to get the most out of their dollar and that has led a large group to invest in motorhomes. It makes vacationing and even business travel more economical in the long run. But the tightening of the public’s “belt” isn’t just a metaphor for budgeting. It can also be taken quite literally. More Americans are dieting in response to increased awareness of the obesity epidemic and its negative ramifications.

In addition to stress, frustration and depression…there is one major trigger for overeating and unnecessary eating and that is busy eating or boredom. Individuals who are attempting to diet or eat healthy in order to maintain a healthy weight often have a really difficult time avoiding unhealthy snack foods while on the road. Junk food and road trip are synonymous in the minds of many. But to lead a healthy RVing lifestyle that has to change.

Top 5 List of “Snack Foods” for Motorhomes on the Road:

1. Carrots
2. Beef jerky
3. Nuts
4. Apples
5. Water

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “We hear a lot about road trip plans and road trip memories while discussing inventory with buyers. And if there’s one thing that full time or frequent RVers learn very quickly it’s that the typically junk food filled road trip gets old pretty fast. Indulging in junk now and then can be great, but for the regular day to day there has to be accessible, easy snacks for the road that aren’t going to leave everyone feeling like laying around and recovering once they arrive at their destination.”

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motorhomes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Urges RVers to Celebrate Fall by Making a Fall Festival Road Trip

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

Phoenix, AZ – Pedata RV Center urges RVers to celebrate fall by making a Fall Festival road trip. Many see the recreational vehicle as a means of summer travel, but in today’s day and age the RV is no longer delegated to the sidelines once summer comes to a close. Long time RVers and “first timers” will be able to sit back, relax and enjoy a road trip featuring fall festivals.

Pedata RV Center’s Gerard Pedata said, “For fall travel the East coast is a popular location. It’s commonly agreed that the eastern regions are able to provide the most perfect representation of the fall season. Travelers get the changing colors on the trees, the falling leaves, the breezes and, of course, the fall festivals.”

Popular fall festivals in the New England area:

1.    20th Annual Harpoon Octoberfest, October 2-3, 2009, Harpoon Brewery, Boston, Massachusetts. This festival is known for: one of New England’s largest Octoberfest celebrations annually featuring fresh Harpoon beer samples, German food, live German Oompa Band performances, keg bowling, the Chicken Dance contest and more.

2.    Hildene Fall Art and Craft Festival, October 2-4, 2009, Hildene, Manchester, Vermont. This festival is known for: its annual fall craft show typically featuring works by 200 different artisans, live entertainment, food and more.

3.    Warner Fall Foliage Festival, October 9-11, 2009, Downtown, Warner, New Hampshire. This festival is known for its downtown festival featuring crafts, carnival rides, a farmer’s market, food and entertainment.

4.    Sunday River Fall Festival Weekend, October 10-11, 2009, Sunday River Ski Resort, Newry, Maine. This fall festival is known for the Taste of Maine and the 26th Annual Blue Mountain Arts and Crafts Festival, the 10th Annual North American Wife Carrying Championships (the winner of this event wins his partner’s weight in Bug Light)! Additional events include chainsaw woodcarving demonstrations, horse-drawn wagon rides, a pre-season sports sale, kids’ activities, concerts, etc.

5.    Mystic Seaport Chowderfest, October 10-12, 2009, Mystic Seaport, Mystic, Connecticut. This fall festival is known for its Chowderfest, an annual tribute to New England’s signature soup. It also offers a variety of additional New England fare, live music, activities for children and all of the sights and experiences of the maritime museum.

6.    Wellfleet OysterFest, October 17-18, 2009, Main Street, Wellfleet, Massachusetts. This fall festival is known for its OysterFest in Wellfleet. Visitors won’t want to miss the  crafts, the Oyster Shuck-Off, the additional family activities or the music.

7.    Keene Pumpkin Festival, October 17, 2009, Main Street, Keene, New Hampshire. This fall festival is known for its amazing number of Jack O Lanterns. It vies with Boston for the Guinness Book of World Records recognition as the area with the most lit pumpkins.

This is just a smattering of the available options in the area. RVers who decide they prefer a certain type of fall festival are encouraged to do some additional research. Travelers can easily make a trip of hitting all the Fall festivals featuring Octoberfests or all the fall festivals featuring local artisans or all the fall festivals featuring local seafood…the options are many.

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Releases Safety Tips for RVers and Cell Phones

Saturday, July 31st, 2010

Pedata RV Center releases safety tips for RVers and cell phones. When it comes to the cell phone people aren’t just making phone calls. Most people frequently access multiple programs and applications through their cell phones or smart phones. And people are often accessing these services while driving.

RVers cite the benefit of smart phones that include navigational capabilities, easily accessible movie listings, easily accessible dining directories, etc. The smart phone can be a definite tool for travelers.

A recent study conducted by CareerBuilder.com found that over 50% of drivers check their cell/smart phones while driving. Since the use of smart phones while driving seems to be commonplace, studies regarding safety have to be considered. According to a University of Utah study of driving and talking on the phone simultaneously, only 2.5% of drivers were able to drive safely while on the phone. Aspects of driving that were affected negatively included: braking quickly (slowed by 20%), driving speed (driving too slowly to keep up with traffic increased by 30%), etc.

Safety Tips Regarding Cell Phone use while Driving from Pedata RV Center:

1.    Turn it off while you’re on the road. Having a cell phone with you while traveling is seen by most as a modern day necessity. But turning it off while driving it leaves it available for you when you are in need while negating the possibility for constant distractions. In many states talking on the phone or texting is illegal while driving.
2.    Set your priorities and stick to them. The current trends towards constant availability in the professional world leads many to feel they HAVE to be available to co-workers, employers, and clients by cell phone at all times. But this can create not only a difficult situation, but a dangerous one. If need be…discuss the situation with your employer prior to departure and set designated times at which you will safely call to check in on open projects, etc.
3.    Designate a backup at work. If you are aware that there will definitely be situation cropping up in your workplace or with your clients that will need to be handled expeditiously don’t feel like that means that you aren’t able to take time off or turn your phone off for a few hours (or a whole day!) Designate a co-worker that can handle professional emergencies while you are unavailable. Urgent calls can be taken care of by your designated sub while you are unavailable.

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Releases Top 5 List of RV Musts for Fall

Sunday, July 18th, 2010

Phoenix, AZ – Pedata RV Center releases top 5 RV musts for fall traveling. Wondering what to do on the road in the fall? Check out Pedata RV Center’s top 5 fun fall activity suggestions for motorhomes owners and RV travelers.

Top 5 RV musts for fall traveling:

1.    Visit a Renaissance Festival: bring costumes and enjoy the festivities. Then you can head back to your motorhomes and relax. For dinner you can easily make your own turkey legs to go along with the activities of the day.
2.    Tour American History battlefields: with a little bit of extra planning you can even arrange to be in attendance during a reenactment.
3.    Visit a dig site: Choose an active dig site, grab an archaeology book or two and head out to volunteer for the day. At the end of the day you can step back into your own time and really enjoy the luxuries of your motorhomes.
4.    Big Music Fan? Visit the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland or head down to Nashville to see the sites there. After a day of sightseeing you can finish the day off with a session of Rock Band or Guitar Hero in the privacy of your motorhomes.
5.    Head out to your favorite “big city” and take advantage of all the cultural hot spots: the theatre, the museums, the arts centers, etc. Having your motorhomes to head back to at the end of the day will let you take advantage of all the fabulous hot spots without having to pay the high price of downtown lodging.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “While one of our biggest sales seasons are the months leading up to summer…the fall is one of the most popular times to travel. It’s an especially enjoyable season to be on the road. The fall season offers a different type of atmosphere that many find preferable to the summer months.”

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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