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we currently own a montana 6 and really love it, however we are thinking of upgrading to either a folding camper or caravan but cannot make our minds up.  We love the freedom of camping under canvas but would like a little more comfort now we are in our mid forties with two children in tow ( sorry for the pun!)  .. any advice???

There have been many debates on this subject and it is basically down to your wants.  A folding camper will semm luxurious compared to a tent.  You will also enjoy the feeling of being under canvas.

When we changed from fc to caravan the main advanteges were being able to pop into the caravan on the drive to load it, clean it etc.  Being able to pull over easily into a layby for a rest or sleep.

We went from TT (which we only used 4 times) to FC for more comfort.  We had 2 great years with the FC then went to caravan.  Now had a caravan for 5 years and that's our favoured unit by far. 

I've just got myself a Combi Camp (so really back to basics) so I can get away by myself whenever I want.  Won't be getting rid of the caravan though

I'm sure you will suddenly find the right unit, be it FC or caravan and you will know that's the one for you.

Good luck with your decision!

We had a montana and sold it a few months ago, having bought our new Pennine Crusader platinium.  Loved the tent for space but injuries have been catching up on me so the choice was caravan or FC or Convertible caravan as its called.

We worked out what we needed and what both units offered.  We included costs and storage considerations and the result was for us a Convertible Caravan.   I still would like a caravan but clearly from reading some members posts, it appears that most have issues with towing and cost of towing and storage.  I have no issue on either being a HGV Class 1, and cost of fuel for me is 58 p with LPG and we can park in garage or on driveway.  SO it remains for you to decide, based on your personal circumstances, think hard and decide wisely.

If you go for CC or TT or FC it will improve your camping experience.  If your montana is in good condition and you have extras you can get around 500 on ebay if you sell at the right time.

If you want to have a look at CC search under 'platinum crusader 2010'.  They are expensive new but with vat increase soon it could work out good to buy early.  Also recommend the awning  

mehingmi