Golden Gait Trailers & RVs Blog
We are “America’s Premier Trailer & RV Dealer”. Best known for our years of experience, award-winning staff and excellent customer satisfaction in the Trailer & RV industry.
Whether you call us by our name, Golden Gait Trailers, our nickname GGT Trailers, GGT, or you spell our name Golden Gate Trailers; our history remains the same. What started in 1988 as a local family-owned business has grown over the years into one of the top trailer and RV dealers in the industry.
Learn More About Entegra Motorhomes
As one of the leading luxury brands on the RV market, Entegra Coach is guaranteed to provide you with a motorhome that will make every camping experience relaxing and enjoyable. They’re committed to putting your satisfaction first and this commitment shows itself in their products and their quality service. That’s why Golden Gait Trailers & RVs is proud to offer a wide selection of Entegra motorhomes to our customers. Stop by our location in Concord, North Carolina and we’ll help you decide if one of these rigs is the right investment for you. We’re near Raleigh and Greensboro.
Driving a Class A Motorhome
It’s that time of year again: camping season! If you’ve recently invested in a Class A motorhome to upgrade your overall RV experience, then you’re probably excited for all the great features and interior space….and maybe less excited when it comes to the driving part.
RV Exterior Maintenance
Because you spend so much time inside your RV, you’ll probably notice right away when their something wrong with the interior. Whether something needs to be cleaned or fixed, it can be identified and addressed fairly quickly. But exterior maintenance is generally an afterthought, even though it shouldn't be. We tend to take these parts of our rigs for granted, but they require just as much care and attention as the interior does. That’s why Golden Gait RV has provided a guide to properly maintaining the exterior of your RV. If you need additional advice, or if you’re still looking for the perfect RV, like a Class A motorhome, then stop by our location in Concord, North Carolina, near Charlotte, Columbia, Raleigh, Asheville, and Greensboro.
How to Plan a Summer Vacation
It’s that time of year: summer time! The weather is warm, the kids are out of school, and it’s time to use up some of those vacation days you’ve been saving. But there’s a lot to do when you’re getting ready for a summer vacation. Sometimes it can be fun to just hit the road with no plans and no worries, but you can also waste a lot of time wandering around that way. Planning can be particularly helpful for families when you have little ones to entertain.
Choosing Between Gas and Diesel Motorhomes
When you’re looking for a motorhome, there’s a lot you’re going to need to think about. Have you considered whether you’ll choose gas or diesel? We didn’t want to make this harder, but this particular choice can make a huge difference in the immediate future and in the long run, so it should be an important talking point. Golden Gait Trailers & RVs has provided some reasons to choose gas and reasons to choose diesel so you can pick the one that’s right for your family.
RV Security
You probably take protecting your family and your belongings very seriously. So why wouldn’t you take protecting your RV just as seriously? RV theft may not be the most glamorous crime that’s taking headlines, but it does happen and it can create a lot of emotional and financial stress for you. Luckily, many of the best ways to protect yourself are both easy and affordable. That’s why Golden Gait Trailers & RVs has provided you with some tips for keeping yourself and your RV safe. If you’d like additional advice, stop by and speak with one of our experienced staff. We proudly serve Charlotte, Columbia, Raleigh, Hickory, Asheville, Myrtle Beach, and Greensboro, North Carolina.
Caring for your RV’s Awning
With the sun getting brighter and hotter, you’re going to want a place near your RV for shade. Not every RV park can give you a big tree next to your site, so take good care of your awning so it’s ready to give you and your fellow campers a break from the blazing heat. Golden Gait Trailers & RVs has provided a list of maintenance tips for your awning, but we can also provide you with the right RV if you’re still looking. Just stop by today and we’ll give you the full tour.
Loading a Car Hauler
Every car enthusiast’s worst nightmare is damaging their vehicle during transport. There’s just so much that can go wrong even when you do everything right. A poorly loaded car can mean damage for it, your trailer, tow vehicle, and even you and those around you. Even though there are many different types of vehicles out there as well as many different trailers, this doesn’t mean that the process of loading and transporting isn’t similar. On the contrary, there are some basic rules that you can rely on for transporting vehicles of any size and type. You just need to follow the advice below and carefully complete each step to ensure you and your vehicle will be safe from harm.
Trailer Sway Safety
There’s nothing quite as scary as having your trailer sway precariously back and forth while on the road. You can feel powerless to stop what might be a big problem and not know what you can do but watch. Trailer sway can be a serious issue for trailer owners and can make even the thought of hitching a trailer an obstacle. Those new to hitching and hauling with a trailer might need some help to get up to speed on how to do so safely in order to avoid this swaying. The causes are varied, so it takes experience and know how to find the right solution.
Tips For New RV Owners
You’ve just bought your first RV and you’re so excited to get on the road towards new adventures. But you also might be curious about the ins and outs of RV ownership. There are maintenance considerations, safety rules, and practical concerns you need to think about. With that in mind, Golden Gait Trailers in Concord, North Carolina, has prepared this handy guide for new RV owners to help you navigate the road ahead. Whether you’re in a traditional RV, a motorhome, or hitching up your first travel trailer or fifth wheel to your truck, you can benefit from these simple tips.
RV Organizing Tips
Camping can be a lot of fun, but it’s also often a lot of work. After all, modern life is complex and fitting all your everyday needs into one vehicle requires some thought. From food to toiletries to linens and laundry, it’s important to plan ahead and make sure you have room to bring everything you need.
Safe Traveling with an RV
With unpredictable weather, sometimes you may be surprised with a weekend during the winter that’s actually nice enough to take your RV out. Or maybe you’re already preparing for the next camping season. No matter what your RV plans are, it’s never too early to start thinking about and planning for safety. As fun as it is to be at your favorite campsite spending a little time away from the bustling cities, you’ll want to make sure you and your fellow campers are well prepared for emergency situations and taking all the right preventative steps to keep everyone safe.
A Guide to RV Propane
The propane system is an integral part of most modern RVs. If you’re new to RVing or if you’ve never taken the time to study the propane system, it might still be kind of a mystery to you. And while propane is an extremely helpful modern convenience, it also poses some hazards, especially to anyone who doesn’t respect its power.
Fifth Wheel Towing Tips
Fifth wheels are one of the most popular types of RVs on the road, and for good reason. Modern fifth wheels come in all different shapes and sizes, and at a variety of price points. But with all the new fifth wheels on the roads today, there are also a lot of new fifth wheel drivers. And considering the fact that fifth wheels are often large, heavy, and not always intuitive to drive, that can present some hazards.
Choosing a Toy Hauler
Many people have experienced the joys of the RV lifestyle, but have you ever experienced the joys of a toy hauler? Toy haulers open up a whole world of new camping possibilities. Whether you like snowmobiling, ATV riding, dirt bike riding or any other type of powersport riding, a toy hauler gives you the ability to go where you want and ride when you get there.
Setting up a Camper
Whether you’re going out for the weekend or hitting the road for an extended vacation, road trips in your camper can be an extra fun way to see new parts of the country and still have somewhere relaxing to sleep and eat in the evening.
Preparing Your Camper for Winter Living
When winter comes, many people pack up their RVs to hibernate until the weather becomes easy and pleasant again. While this might be the best strategy if you’re brand-new to the world of RVing, it does shut you out of a whole world of amazing opportunities that come with wintertime camping. By learning a few simple techniques for preparing your RV for the winter, you can gain access to this world.
Safety Checklist for Your Fifth Wheel
Taking a trip in your fifth wheel is the perfect time to kick back and relax. But just because you’re on vacation doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take safety seriously. Camping in a fifth wheel can expose you to many potential dangers, and if you’re not prepared to deal with them, you might find yourself in serious trouble. Your campfire, the ax you use to chop wood, the trip to the campground; it can all be hazardous. We here at Golden Gait Trailers put together this short checklist of safety items that every RV owner should have. Read on to learn more, and if you need maintenance for your fifth wheel, stop by our dealership. We’re located near Charlotte, North Carolina, serving the areas of Columbia, Raleigh, Hickory, Asheville, Myrtle Beach, and Greensboro, North Carolina.
How to Pick the Right Motorhome
If you’re looking for the most convenient type of recreational vehicle, a motorhome is the clear choice. It comes equipped with all the furnishings you can expect from the finest of travel trailers and fifth wheels, but it’s also built with an engine, so you don’t have to worry about learning to tow it. So once you’ve decided to go with a motorhome, you can be sure that you’ve already made the right choice, but the next step is to decide which type of motorhome best suits you. There are three different sizes, a range of layouts, and many different manufacturers to choose from, so we want to help you with this process here at Golden Gait Trailers and RV.
Cooking Tips for RVs
Vacation is supposed to be a time of indulgence and cutting loose, after all, it’s one of the few breaks you get from the rules of daily life. So who wants to eat poorly when they’re on vacation? The problem is, many RVs, especially older ones, have small kitchens with low-quality appliances. Creating a menu of diverse, delicious dishes is no small feat! Luckily, if you’re willing to put in a little more work and planning, you can do just that. There are are also a few simple tips that will make the job much easier.
Towing Tips
The first time you buy a travel trailer is an exciting experience. There’s nothing quite like buying a new RV, when you get to start looking forward to years of incredible vacations. But you might also feel a little intimidated. After all, towing a travel trailer seems like a tricky process. You have to worry about a new driving style, practice good loading habits, and make sure that your tow vehicle is properly equipped for the task. At Golden Gait Trailers, we understand why towing preparation might be a little scary at first, so we put this guide together to help you out with the basics of towing safety. We’d also be happy to answer any additional questions in person, and while you’re here, we can help show you to the travel trailer that’s just right for you and your family! We’re located near Charlotte, in Concord, NC.
Why Choose a Travel Trailer
You’re probably excited to start your next vacation. With the opportunity to take some time off work, explore the scenery, and enjoy the great outdoors for a few days, there’s no wonder you’re looking forward to it. But if you’ve never tried RV camping before, you’re missing out on how great a camping trip can truly be. Fifth wheels and Class A motorhomes are obviously great, but we recommend starting with a travel trailer, which is a slightly more compact version of a fifth wheel with all the amenities and appliances you need for vacationing comfortably. At Golden Gait Trailers, we’d like to list the top four reasons you should consider buying one of these recreational vehicles. Once you’re ready to check out our showroom, come visit us near Charlotte in Concord, NC.