Thread: What speed do you tow your caravan

Originally Posted by Bigbjorn

If either you or your rig are incapable of driving at the speed limit when the prevailing circumstances make it safe to do so, then you have several options:-

1- Learn to drive.

2- Get a rig that will tow at the speed limit.

3- Stop towing or driving or both.

Very loud air horns and very bright headlamps and driving lights become hard to ignore if used repeatedly on the same brain dead caravanner.

My 101 doesn't do 100 without the van so it's got **** all chance of doing 100 with the van hanging off it - doesn't make me a bad driver or inconsiderate either, I'm very aware of what's going on around me and always let people past when safe or pull over when safe too.

I have a 'rig' that will tow the van at the speed limit but a lot of the time I prefer to use the 101 to do this - it makes not a rats arse difference to me that you want me to use a different vehicle to do so, so I'd suggest you live with it.

Originally Posted by Bigbjorn

If either you or your rig are incapable of driving at the speed limit when the prevailing circumstances make it safe to do so, then you have several options:-

1- Learn to drive.

2- Get a rig that will tow at the speed limit.

3- Stop towing or driving or both.

Very loud air horns and very bright headlamps and driving lights become hard to ignore if used repeatedly on the same brain dead caravanner.

Sorry mate, you have no idea. As stated the speed limit is a limit not a target. The limit in NSW on Motorways is generally 110, yes my vehicle is easily capable of towing my rig at 110 and so am I but that speed diminishes my options if something occurs (unexpected wind gusts, idiots cutting my off etc.) it is entirely safe for me to travel at less than the speed limit and the only inconvenience is that other drivers have to move from the left lane to overtake me (as if they are in the left lane in the first place).
Travelling at or near the limit requires a level of attention that is fatiguing and diminishes the enjoyment of travelling for me. I will continue to drive at a speed that is safe for the conditions while being considerate and allowing others to pass when it safe to do so. Lights and horns don't bother me, what is my utmost concern is the safety of my family, myself and other road users.

Agree G’dub with your safety statement!

It requires a holistic approach to safety - there are likely times where a bit more pace is suitable and sensible and other times slower is the go!

All about reading the environment around you and adjusting accordingly

Originally Posted by Bigbjorn

Very loud air horns and very bright headlamps and driving lights become hard to ignore if used repeatedly on the same brain dead caravanner.

Oh I find that stuff very easy to ignore for impaitent drivers

Originally Posted by shanegtr

Oh I find that stuff very easy to ignore for impaitent drivers

I just adjust my mirrors...problem fixed, out of sight or of mind.

If a 70 tonne b-double can maintain the speed limit in most locations then there is no reason why a 4-5 tonne car and caravan can't do the same.

Originally Posted by trout1105

If you think that is fun just wait until you watch the fools at the boat ramp, especially the ones that have had a few beers during their fishing outing

A friend lives near the Wellington Point boat ramp. On a dull Sunday afternoon he sometimes takes a walk to the ramp with a six pack and sits in the shade to watch the arguments, domestics, sometimes fisticuffs, and bad driving. He says it can be great entertainment.

Originally Posted by Bigbjorn

If a 70 tonne b-double can maintain the speed limit in most locations then there is no reason why a 4-5 tonne car and caravan can't do the same.

Yeah, true,,, but the BD's on a mission from God (so to speak),,, the V is just on a Sunday drive enjoying the scenery,, even if it is in the middle of a city 🌃 There's always something to look 👀 at.