cwrhnr
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I am making my first out of state trip in about two weeks, from South Mississippi to Santa Claus Indiana, pulling the 5'ver. Kinda nervous about the haul, mostly unsure about the other drivers. Anyway being new at this, what can I expect when I encounter a Toll Road while pulling my rig? Any other suggestions advice you guys might want to share with a first timer?
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outdoorsman2007
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You can expect to pay a "per axle" toll. Use the lane for big rigs if there is one.
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pknoerzer
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Just keep it to the right and let them pass you. Don't be intimidated into driving out of your comfort zone. That is a little far to try in one day - you'll be fresher if you spend the night half way.
I don't think there are any toll roads in your route.
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carrollti
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pknoerzer wrote:Just keep it to the right and let them pass you. Don't be intimidated into driving out of your comfort zone. That is a little far to try in one day - you'll be fresher if you spend the night half way.
I don't think there are any toll roads in your route.
Stop several times to rest. Try not to do too much in 1 days time. you will be fine after u get use to it. Have fun!!!!!!!
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mwpjr
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How far do you guys travel in a day?
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JFG
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At toll plazas, keep to the booth on the far right. They usually have a little more room. I understand that the Green river Parkway discontinued tolls in late 2006.
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cwrhnr
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MS Streets says there is one Toll Road after entering Kentucky. "Green River Parkway". I was also thinking that may be a little too far in one day 647 miles. Guess I'll have to see what I feel like after a few hundred click by. Thanks for the feedback guys. Hopefully it was discontinued in 2006.
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portablevcb
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As above.
If you have not driven long trips much, then I'd recommend two days as well. Especially if you have to deal with any large city driving.
We have always driven on long trips. In our youth a 14 hr day was not uncommon (to minimize money for hotel rooms, and yes, that was with 2 kids). Now days a 10 hr day is more normal (usually up and going before 6am). Every now and then we will stop earlier, especially if there are interesting sights to see, or if we are approaching a city during rush hour, or if we just feel beat that day.
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magster
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I, too, was nervous on our first trip -- a shakedown cruise 100 miles away. Wound up in construction zones on I-95, the first of many we have encountered across the country.
As others have said, take your time and don't try too many miles in a day. It is not like traveling in a passenger car; it's far more tiring. Because we are retired, we have no need to cover a lot of miles in a day. But we're lucky. We rarely drive more than 300 miles a day.
You will find EVERYBODY wants to get around you: let 'em.
My only concern is on-ramps on interstates where somehow many drivers fail to see something that is more than 40 feet long occupying the lane they are hell bent and determined to get into. My truck horn has become a friend. Whatever you do, do not try to swerve over and get out of their way. You're a heck of a lot bigger than they are.
Plan ahead for an exit you need to take. Don't wait until you're a mile from the exit to try and get in the correct lane: Again, there are those who will make it very difficult to change lanes.
I am a very defensive driver when pulling the fiver. I expect my fellow motorists to do something stupid: I am rarely disappointed.
The first trip is scary; after that you will become more comfortable.
Relax and enjoy the ride!
(By the way, Magster is a she: Other half doesn't like to drive, and he really freaks driving around big cities. I on the other hand, have decided I'm a lot bigger than "They" are and I have better insurance.
Cheers,
Magster
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srink
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RVing is suppose to be relaxing. Take your time. 600 miles will take you at least 12 hours. If you're only traveling one day you can handle 12 hours with some good stretch stops. But we would leave very early so we could be in our site, set up and relaxed before dark. You wouldn't want 2-3 12 hour days in a row. Done that, not fun, but driving 60-65 mph, you will average about 50 with stops, so plan on a 12-12 1/2 hr day.
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