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Quote: Originally posted by learnercamper on 12/6/2017

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I got some very sad looks because I wanted to laminate my last lists😂

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Quote: Originally posted by Mick S. on 13/6/2017

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And no, ive never seen a woman pulling an awning round yet - competent or otherwise. Note to self...pay more attention in future!

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Quote: Originally posted by chrisn7 on 13/6/2017

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HaHa - you are not alone, I laminate mine too - and very useful they are when its damp or raining. For things I may not use too often, its a pain having to re-learn the order of setting something, so I laminate these short instructions and leave them where they will be used (I know its really sad..)

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Quote: Originally posted by Mick S. on 12/6/2017

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If you got a double step, you could reach. Pulling awnings through is nigh on impossible single handed - not being sexist, but id say absolutely impossible for a woman. But, the 11 year old should suffice as 'glamorous assistant'.

With all due respect, this is indeed sexist! I travel solo and have a Kampa Rally Pro 390 air awning. Yes, it's heavy but the sides and front can be zipped out if needed. I'm no Amazon, but a mere female and can easily get this threaded and pulled through using my step. Single handed too!!
I would say an air awning is the way to go as a solo caravanner.
Good luck and enjoy yourselves😎

Quote: Originally posted by learnercamper on 25/6/2017

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em1982, Good to hear that everybody is looking after you. You should carry it on if you can find a way.

I pick up my new van on Tuesday and have my towing course on Thursday. Feeling daunted, scared and excited all at the same time! X

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Quote: Originally posted by Mick S. on 26/6/2017

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Do a few hill starts. Go a junction or two on a motorway. Go through town at rush hour. All these scenarios you will come across sooner or later. So having 'done' them additionally to bit of a course will be invaluable experience. And, this isn't just aimed at 'single women'!

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