[a/s] New member and a few questions

[Ken Dobyns <kend@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi all,

My wife and I just joined this list and thought a brief introduction was 
in order.

For some time now, we have been planning a grand adventure when our 
children leave the nest. In a couple of years we plan to take a year or 
so and travel around the country to see the sites. As the date 
approaches, we find ourselves looking at options for our "home away from 
home." At this point, it is safe to say that we have been bitten by the 
"Airstream bug." We love the classic styling, efficient use of space, and 
quality of these trailers. We hope that our participation in this list 
will help us decide how to proceed and to get the most out of our trailer 
when we buy it.

Our first challenge is deciding what type of trailer to buy. We are torn 
between a less expensive classic model that brings the opportunity for 
refurbishing and personalizing (I love this kind of stuff) and a newer 
model that brings modern amenities. I suspect I know the bias of this 
mailing list already. :-) In either case, we are looking at a smaller 
trailer (19-22 ft, possibly 25 ft).

We have seen pictures of various 60's 22 ft Safari models and really like 
the size and layout of these units. Does anyone know the dry weight and 
GVWR of these trailers? If anyone has anything (good or bad) to say about 
these trailers, we'd love to hear it.

In the newer arena, we are considering the early 90's 21 ft Sovereign. 
Again, if anyone knows the dry weight, GVWR, or anything else about these 
units, we'd love to hear it.

Finally, are there any other favorites out there in this size range that 
folks feel we should consider?

Thanks in advance for any guidance, and thanks for allowing us to join in 
this forum.

Ken and Laura Dobyns
Portland, OR