I have been doing a lot of research lately on motorhomes because we (or, rather, I) want to downsize. I have sort of decided that a Class C is the way to go because it has the most room for the length and can sleep more people than a Class A.

With a Class C you can have the big bed over the cab plus either a double or queen or bunkbeds in the back, depending upon brand and model.

When you have a family, you need to have a dinette table, and you need to NOT have to break that down to use for a bed (except when you have a homeless sailor knock on your door in the middle of the night).

The Class A motorhomes look more classy, but I think the Class C's are more practical. AND they are less intimidating for women to drive, because it is just like driving a normal van. AND I think they are easier to service and maintain.

You don't want "pretty." For going to regattas you don't want pretty carpeting, you want vinyl flooring so you can sweep out the sand and mop up the mud.

Buying a motorhome is sort of like buying a cruising boat --always lots of compromises to come up with what works best for your needs. But if you are taking kids with you to a regatta, it's really the only way to go.

Storage is a big problem. Make sure there is storage under the dinette seats and that there is no wasted space. Outside compartments and drawers are good. And you can always put a storage container on the roof or on the back of the RV or on your trailer for the overflow.

It's nice to have an enclosed shower in the RV (not to use for a shower, but to use to hang your wet stuff after sailing).

If you are worried about gas mileage, don't get an RV.

That's my 10 cents.

P.S. After reading the post right before mine, I have to say that if it is just Rick and me, I kind of agree that it is probably more cost effective to just stay in a motel. But for a family, it makes more sense and is a lot easier to use a motorhome.