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Old 02-15-2022, 01:22 PM   #1
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Overland Expo West 2022

Between vehicle indecision on my part, and vehicle availability challenges, I'm struggling to figure out what path I want to take on a new rig. Part of me is also wondering if the price of a new rig is better spent on a mountain cabin, but that's another discussion.

So, to help me refine my thought process and choices, I'm heading to Overland Expo West (Flagstaff) for only the second time ever. I'm not going to be camping, so I was wondering if anyone has nearby hotel recommendations? I see a few hotels listed on the website, but I'm guessing that's more of a sponsorship situation than a recommendation.


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[EDIT: walking distance to a brewpub a plus]

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Old 02-15-2022, 02:35 PM   #2
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....Part of me is also wondering if the price of a new rig is better spent on a mountain cabin....

I get the struggle. I love to think about the vehicles I want to build but the desire for a larger shop is much stronger. I'm going with real estate on this one. +1 for the mountain cabin.

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Old 02-15-2022, 08:38 PM   #3
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There are several hotels on Beulah Blvd or Woodlands Village Blvd that put you in walking distance of the expo. A long walk perhaps, but still close.
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Rig or mountain cabin? I'd have to agree with MG. It would have to be that perfect cabin, however!
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Old 02-17-2022, 06:17 PM   #5
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Trust me I get the appeal of a cabin. It would be within a couple of hours, it would be in the mountains, it would be a second home, and it would hold or increase in value (likely).

The flip side is that I like exploring new areas, and getting way off the beaten path.




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We’ll in that case, why not get a piece of land that you can visit and park your new rig on nearby for those quick getaways, and maybe build a cabin on on it someday……win win
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Old 02-18-2022, 09:22 AM   #7
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Herb, get yourself that cabin, along with a new Bronco with 35's. Or wait a little longer for the Grenadier.
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Old 02-20-2022, 11:49 AM   #8
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Buy a MOUNTAIN CABIN!

Vans are a depreciating asset over time with use.

They ain't makin anymore land and they are making LOT'S of new vans everyday.

Buy a mountain cabin and put on it VRBO or other vacation home rental site and become a "Short Term Landlord" with your short term rentals paying for part of the cabin ownership cost. Who knows you might have a real gold mine with your renters "Paying" for all your cabin upgrades over the years. It works very well for ME!

Ya you could do the same short term rental with a van and HOPE with rent covers the depreciation cost alone of the van which is highly DOUBTFUL!

A Sportsmobile or any other Van is a consumable item!
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You guys have it all wrong. Live in a mountain cabin...as your primary residence. Drive a van....daily.

A small cabin, that is, say 1500 sqf. No one likes to clean a house. Then build a gigantic shop on your property. 20,000 sqf seems about right. Climate controlled. Put lots of vans in it. Steal them if need be. It's a popular pastime apparently. Other cars too. And bikes. And maybe a Sherp. Also, I recommend a home brewery, kiln, forge and sawmill.

Just kidding about stealing vans. The rest I meant.

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Now that this thread is completely off topic from Herb's original ask...

Let me be the lone dissenter - Go with a van - Or something similar (investment angle aside)

My wife and I live full-time in a mountain cabin in a very rural area of central Idaho. Of our neighbors, about 70% are second homeowners and on average they probably only spend 3-4 weeks annually at their cabins. Seems that the first couple of years they spend quite a bit of time then the usage drops off dramatically. Thankfully none of these cabins are being rented out when not occupied by their owners. We hear horror stories from friends in nearby developments of the problems resulting from ABNB/VRBO rentals. Mostly an absolute lack of respect by a few renters who disregard common curtesy for neighbors.

Even though we both love our slice of heaven (cabin), there are times when it is soooo nice to jump in our van and hit the road. The ability to range far and wide cannot be under appreciated nor can the ability to just stop and set up camp whenever we find that irresistible camp site.

I'd say if you can afford both a mountain cabin (as a second home) and a van, good on you. If not, stay mobile my friend there is a whole lot of exploring to be done...

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