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Old 06-01-2015, 10:31 AM   #41
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Given the low profile of the hi-lo, I would be interested in seeing further reviews on the effect of crosswinds compared to an Airstream. Asthetically and from a "cool: factor0 I get the Airstream. I love that "railroad car" design! From an unscientific observation, I have a buddy with an 18ft CASITA, which is VERY rounded and light- and he experiences more issues in winds with THAT than I do with my 22 ft hi-lo. That said- If I was looking to go to a rounded type of travel trailer, and spend airstream money, I would check out ESCAPE TRAILERS out of Canada. Molded fiberglass and no leaks. Plus- they have a pretty cool fith wheel model these days.

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There are many factors that affect crosswind stability; so it is hard to make generalizations. Having said that, the area of the side of a vehicle, as well as it's height are definitely a factor. Hi-Los should be more stable due to their height when lowered.

Earlier I made a comment regarding rounded corners being more stable. Keep in mind that I meant the corners where the sides meet the roof, I did not mean front to back, or a rounded roof. A shape that is too rounded may in fact start creating lift. This may contribute to instability in cross winds.
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Old 06-02-2015, 08:06 AM   #42
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There are many factors that affect crosswind stability; so it is hard to make generalizations. Having said that, the area of the side of a vehicle, as well as it's height are definitely a factor. Hi-Los should be more stable due to their height when lowered.

Earlier I made a comment regarding rounded corners being more stable. Keep in mind that I meant the corners where the sides meet the roof, I did not mean front to back, or a rounded roof. A shape that is too rounded may in fact start creating lift. This may contribute to instability in cross winds.
So, How much lift could you get at 100 KPH?
These things aren't Cessnas.
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