A clear leader for more than a decade, Outback’s unofficial endorsement is the legions of owners loyal to the Outback name.  They’re happy to tell anybody that their family Outback offers more comfort and functionality than any other lightweight travel trailer in its class!

With recent innovations such as a molded fiberglass nose cap, vaulted ceilings and upgraded furniture, Outback further separates itself from the competition.  Couple these and many more features with Outback’s signature combination of solid ash interior doors, walnut and hazelnut cabinetry, and you’re home away from home may just be called, “home”.

The proof is in the quality of construction and ingenuity this Keystone RV Company brand puts into each and every floorplan.

To help showcase Outback’s excellence, Pete’s RV Lifestyle Consultant Chad Shepard hosts a two-part video on Outback Travel Trailer Features (using an Outback 298RE for his demo) with resident expert Randy Murray. Both segments are available on the Pete’s RV YouTube Channel.

Chad and Randy highlight many of the following Outback Travel Trailer features and options:

• Deluxe walnut and ash cabinetry
• King U-shape dinette, with 42” slide out drawer (most models)
• 36” flush floor slides
• Pre-drilled and screwed cabinetry
• Residential air bed sleeper sofa with storage drawer
• Pleated shades
• Vaulted ceiling
• 2 Full length wardrobes
• Recessed cubby storage w/110 volt 
  outlets
• Molded fiberglass front cap
• LED Hitch lights
• Angled Stabilizer Jacks

Other notable options that come standard in most of the Outback floorplans we carry at Pete’s RV:

In addition to complete features and specifications on all available Outback floorplans at PetesRV.com, be sure to take a look at Keystone RV’s equally impressive Outback Sydney Fifth Wheels!

North America’s number one selling fifth wheel for more than a decade, Montana believes the right inspiration leads you to achieve greatness whether you are vacationing, adventuring or just relaxing. See and you shall believe that Montana fifth wheels truly enable you to achieve all three–in luxurious fashion!  From their beautiful exterior lines and graphics to interior designs that floor all who enter, it’s no surprise why Montana Fifth Wheels continue to reign over the competition!

The proof is in the quality of construction and ingenuity this Keystone RV Company brand puts into each and every floorplan.

To help showcase Montana’s excellence, Pete’s RV Lifestyle Consultant Chad Shepard hosts a two-part video on Montana Fifth Wheel Features (using a Montana 3400RL for his demo) with resident expert Joe Vartuli. Both segments are available on the Pete’s RV YouTube Channel.

Chad and Joe highlight many of the following Montana Fifth Wheel features and options:

• Hickory cabinet doors and drawers
• Hickory stiles, end panels and crown molding
• Two high back recliners
• 35,000 BTU furnace with auto ignition and high capacity
  in-floor ducting
• Arctic Insulation Package
• Radiant technology roof, slide-out roof and front cap insulation
  (R-38 total)
• Arched stamped steel roof rafters
• Welded, aluminum framed walls, floors and slide-outs
• Extended Grab Handle
• High back desk chair with fold over step ladder
• Electric Fireplace
  
• Central vacuum
• Residential fixtures and accents
  

Other notable options that come standard in most of the Montana floorplans we carry at Pete’s RV:

In addition to complete features and specifications on all available Montana floorplans at PetesRV.com, be sure to take a look at Keystone RV’s equally impressive Montana High Country Fifth Wheels and Mountaineer Fifth Wheels!

Pete’s RV Info Blog Editor’s Note:  We received this very nice recap of the September 2011 Montana Owners Club (MOC) Fall Rally in Elkhart, IN.  If you are not familiar with MOC, I highly recommend checking out their website and becoming a registered member.  Dedicated to Montana, Montana High Country and Mountaineer fifth wheel owners, they have an incredibly active member forum and excellent RV resource sections!

As reported by Rich and Pat Labbe from Westford, MA:

We just attended the last event of the annual 2011 Montana Owners Club (MOC) Fall Rally–the ice cream social–hosted by the wagon masters.  For twenty-nine couples, it was their first national rally. There were ninety-three rigs in attendance–a new MOC record!   The weather brought lots of rain but that didn’t dampen attendee spirits at all.

As usual, Keystone Montana was very involved in the planning and execution of MOC events. They ran a driving school women and once again, no trucks or Montanas were damaged! Three new RVs were hooked up and the women drove, backed-up, hitched and unhitched the fifth wheels.  While the driving school was being held, factory tours were also being conducted.  There was lots of positive feedback on the new Montana 3402RL.

Seminars were held by RV vendors Norcold, Dexter Axel, Lippert, Dometic, Tredit, and MorRyde.  They provided a bunch of information, Rally Specials, and “good will” items.

The last of the raffle prizes were won tonight. Many items were donated by dealers and MOC members. The winner of the Pete’s RV Parts and Accessories Store gift certificate was Bob S. of Holly Springs, NC.

Thanks again to Pete’s RV for your contribution.

It’s no coincidence that year after year, Cougar is named the number one selling fifth wheel in North America.  Heck, it’s now to the point where you could say they are numero uno worldwide!

The proof is in the quality of construction and ingenuity this Keystone RV Company brand puts into each and every floorplan.

To help punch home Cougar’s sterling reputation, Pete’s RV Lifestyle Consultant Chad Shepard hosts a two-part video on Cougar Fifth Wheel Features (using a Cougar 293SAB for his demo). Both segments are available on the Pete’s RV YouTube Channel.

Chad highlights many of the following Cougar Fifth Wheel features:

• One Piece Dyed Front Cap
• Max Turn Technology
• Patented Hitch Vision
• Extended Hitch
• “Certified” Polar Package Plus
• Superior Pass-Through Storage
• Exclusive Cougar Command Center with E-Z Camp Cougar Remote
• 16″ Aluminum Wheels vs. Competitors 15″
• Extended Grab Handle
• Astro-Foil Insulated Floor (Part of the Polar Package Plus)
• Sidewalls with Block Foam
• Complete Entertainment System
• Standard 32″ LCD TV

Other notable features:

In addition to complete features and specifications on all available Cougar floorplans at PetesRV.com, be sure to take a look at Keystone RV’s equally impressive Cougar High Country Fifth Wheels and Cougar X-lite Travel Trailers and Fifth Wheels!

(Pete’s RV Info Blog Editor Note: The following press release was originally distributed by Keystone RV Company. Congratulations to Keystone and the Montana RV Division. We are proud to be selling your exceptional line of fifth wheels!)

GOSHEN, Ind. — For the 10th consecutive year, the Keystone Montana has been named the No. 1 retailing fifth wheel, according to Statistical Surveys, Inc. of Grand Rapids, Mich.

This is an accomplishment no other fifth wheel brand has ever achieved, said Aram Koltookian, Montana group general manager.

In a letter to Keystone, Tom Walworth, president of Statistical Surveys, Inc., wrote, “Statistical Surveys would like to congratulate the Keystone Montana Fifth Wheel for 10 years of maintaining the number one spot based on retail sales for 2010 year end. This is not a feat easily accomplished; we understand that in order to maintain this it is the result of a team effort.”

“The entire Montana team is looking forward to making it 11 straight in 2011,” said Koltookian. “We are grateful to our strong dealer network and loyal customers for Montana’s ongoing success.”

Koltookian said the Montana team is taking further steps to solidify the brand’s leadership, including:

* Introducing the industry’s first arched roof which runs the entire length of the coach and creates additional ceiling height and feeling of openness, especially in the bedroom.
* Giving customers the option of adding the Big Sky Package with full paint exterior to most Montana models.
* Continuing to innovate with new floorplans, like the 3625RE which features a convenient “breakfast bar” in the rear living room and the 3700RL with a full wall hallway/bedroom slide that is prepped for side-by-side washer and dryer.
* Ramping up production in their new plant which is significantly larger than the previous Montana production facility.

About Keystone RV Company

Keystone RV Company is one of the nation’s largest producer of travel trailers and fifth wheels, with manufacturing facilities at its headquarters in Goshen, Ind., and Pendleton, Ore. Keystone is a subsidiary of Thor Industries, Jackson Center, Ohio, the world’s largest manufacturer of recreation vehicles and a major builder of commercial buses.

Keystone RV District Manager Brain Weaver paid a visit to Pete’s RV Center to provide product training on Springdale travel trailers and fifth wheels.

His presentation was further reinforcement that Springdale RVs are family favorites and continuously a top seller in the travel trailer category.

A few of the noticeably impressive features for 2011 include:

• 26″ LCD TV with name brands such as Sharp and LG

• Adaptable AM/FM/CD/DVD/IPod/MP3 player

• Solid wood across slide fascia and full wood framing

• Full width outriggers

• 30,000 BTU furnace vs. competition’s 25,000 BTU furnace

• Porcelain toilet with 360 degree rinse

Brian also pointed out several less obvious yet exceptional features such as:

• Upgraded lighting in slide-out with sconce fixtures

• Nightstands under each side of queen bed with drawers

• Dynaspan flooring is 20% stronger than plywood, water repellent, and comes with a lifetime warranty

• Hand-tightened plumbing fittings requires no tools

• Do-more dinette table weighs 8 pounds and provides easy functionality

Given to only two manufacturers per year, Springdale RV is a DSI (Dealer Satisfaction Index) award winner.  We’re not surprised.  Pete’s RV Center has long touted the value, durability and affordability of the Springdale RV brand.  It is an exceptional choice for entry-level RVers and families looking to sleep four or more–yet still maintain all the creature comforts of a fully equipped camper.  Case in point:  Historically, Pete’s RV focused on Springdale travel trailers, but we liked the 2011 Springdale fifth wheels so much, we added several Springdale fifth wheel floorplans to our inventory as well!

As time progresses Pete’s RV will provide you with up-to-date Springdale features.  In the meantime, we welcome you to contact us with further inquiries on Springdale Travel Trailers and Fifth Wheels.

A very enthusiastic Mike Mack from Keystone RV Company rolled into Pete’s RV for product training.  Why the enthusiasm, you ask?  Mike is a sales manager for Montana RV–the reigning number one fifth wheel for 10 consecutive years!

That said, he was pretty fired up to reinforce the many reasons why there’s more than 60,000 Montana Fifth Wheels on the road today!

A few of the noticeably impressive features for 2011 include:

• New vaulted ceiling profile with 5 inch non-tapered steel roof trusses
• 40 inch LCD HD televisions in most floorplans
• Visually pleasing AND functional 5100 BTU fireplaces
• Solid hickory hardwood cabinetry and residential grab handles
• Dupont Corian countertops with solid surface sinks and sink covers
• Remote control unit for slideouts, stabilizer jacks, awning and security lights
• Mor/Ryde suspension, Goodyear tires, Dexter EZ lube axles and Nev-R adjust brakes

Mike also pointed out several less obvious yet exceptional features such as:

• Certified zero degree cold weather insulation package
• 3 inch interior structure walls with no plastic mouldings
• Highly efficient straight-ducted heating system
• Vented attic to greatly reduce interior condensation and moisture buildup
• Swivel-top dinette table with extension and under seat storage chairs
• Even with all the fixings, it’s still the lightest high-line fifth wheel in its class

For an added touch of comfort and luxury, Pete’s RV includes leather furniture, a second A/C, dual-pane windows and side-by-side 12 cubic foot refrigerator options in most of our Montana fifth wheels.

Along with Montana, Mike provided feature overviews for Montana High Country and Mountaineer.  He stressed that both offer the same overall construction, durability and safety features as Montana.

Montana High Country’s biggest takeaway is Helium Technology.  On average, it is 2000 pounds lighter than other fifth wheels in its class.  Yet when looking at one, there’s certainly no sacrifice in upscale features or amenities (it’s smoked gray exterior is impressive as well!).

The key takeaway on Mountaineer is that it is unquestionably the best value for a high-line fifth wheel.  The space and comfort is all there along with a pretty spectacular package (we like the new graphics too!).

As the year progresses Pete’s RV will continue to highlight Montana RV features in more detail.  In the meantime, we welcome you to contact us with further inquiries on Montana, Montana High Country, and Mountaineer Fifth Wheels.