Winter Driving & RV's

My advice for winter driving is simple, "Stay clear of snow and ice!" The above picture was taken in the Nebraska panhandle on October 17th at a nice Passport America RV park in Chapel, NE. A winter storm can strike at any time and it is better to wait it out than to try to drive in it. As we drove through Wyoming the next day, we saw multiple truck and RV rollovers because of the icy conditions the night before. We saw the shell of a 5th wheel box that had rolled over scattering debris all over the side of the road. We try to stay far enough south so this is not a concern. However, you never know when you might get caught in a winter driving situation. I carry tire chains only as an emergency procedure. I have not had to use them, and I don't intend to have to use them but I am a firm believer in Murphy's laws so I try to be as prepared as possible. One of the best ways to be prepared is to consult your CB weather radio, get a weather update on the internet or your satelite radio weather channel. Truck drivers are also a good source of information if you have a CB radio. It is better to stop like we did in this situation and wait until the ice is melted off. Don't get up at the crack of dawn and expect the ice to be gone, instead, take your time, have a liesurly breakfast and let the sun do it's job. Mountainn passes are the most unpredictable because at higher elevations a light rain can easily turn to snow, so check the weather before you go. If you get caught driving in these conditions, SLOW DOWN - don't be tempted to try to outrun the storm. Find a safe place to camp as soon as possible and wait it out. Truck stops are great "harbors in a storm" for this situation. Drive defensively and be safe!