amarie1 Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 Hey there, I'm planning on doing a "simple" direct drive from Chicago to Oakland, leaving in 10 days, down I-80. Mainly going to see my daughter who lives in Oakland. On the way back I might sight see. I'm driving solo, my first rig, my first major trip, a 2017 31' Thor FE. Me and 2 doggos. My question: I have to pass over the Rockies, right? How white-knuckle of a drive is that? Any recommendations for routes? thanks! AM Quote 2018 Forest River Sunseeker 2290SC 25 feet, Chevy Express 4500 "Angie" (short for Angel) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou Schneider Posted July 31, 2020 Report Share Posted July 31, 2020 (edited) I-80 is the gentlest route over the Rockies, no major grades to speak of. The Continental Divide is on a wide plateau. In the winter there's the possibility of lots of blowing snow across there but that's not a factor now. The only drawback is you'll be sharing the road with lots of cross country trucks also looking to take the easiest route. Take lots of breaks, even a 15 minute stop every couple of hours to walk the doggos will help. Edited July 31, 2020 by Lou Schneider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted July 31, 2020 Report Share Posted July 31, 2020 You made that exact same post in the General Forum. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amarie1 Posted July 31, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2020 oh ... right! sorry! accident. I'll delete here. Quote 2018 Forest River Sunseeker 2290SC 25 feet, Chevy Express 4500 "Angie" (short for Angel) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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