Wildsam Summer 2026 RV Intel: Motorized Musings
Grand Design’s latest camper van, easy-driving Class A coaches and a high-tech e-bike from Aventon.
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Note: This article first appeared in the Summer 2026 issue of Wildsam magazine.
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[RV Spotlight] Grand Design Lineage Series LVP1
Grand Design’s foray into the motorized RV space continues with the introduction of the Lineage Series LVP1, a camper van brimming with fresh ideas and fun features. Built on a Ram ProMaster chassis, the coach comfortably sleeps four and offers the tallest interior height of any Class B model on the market. Inside, you’ll find a huge U-shaped lounge/dinette that converts to a guest bed, a plush queen-size mattress on a drop-down lift and the brand’s unique Aquahaven shower, which ranks among the best in the industry. Removable tables, a convection microwave oven/air fryer, an induction cooktop, porcelain counters and a pullout pantry are just a few of the many amenities. MSRP: $160,616; granddesignrv.com
[RV Reccos] The Situation:
We love Class A motorhomes, but don’t like driving something too big. Are there any models that are smaller and more maneuverable?
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- Coachmen Euro 25EU: Sleek, stylish and only 28 feet in length, this Class A is surprisingly nimble and easy to park. Inside, it features a king-size bed, a large bathroom, a plush sofa and a dinette. It even has multiple closets, one of which includes washer/dryer prep. MSRP: $159,995; coachmenrv.com
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- Thor Axis 26.2: This rig measures just 27 feet, 2 inches end-to-end, but includes theater seating, a dry bath, ample closet space and two twin beds that convert to a king. Its Ford E-Series chassis is smooth and reliable, too. MSRP: $171,920; thormotorcoach.com
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- Jayco Alante 27A: Despite being just under 30 feet in length, this coach manages to deliver a lot of features, like a king-size bed, a jack-knife sofa and a legless dinette. Multiple wardrobes, efficient appliances and an outdoor entertainment center also come standard. MSRP: $189,668; jayco.com
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[Summer Camping Tip] Beat the Heat
When parked in the sun, a motorhome’s windshield can create a significant amount of heat, potentially increasing the internal temperature by as much as 30ºF. Use a reflective sun shade to help keep the interior of your rig cooler and more comfortable while reducing the runtime of your air conditioner. Additionally, If you have an outdoor kitchen, use it to make your meals further reducing interior heat.
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[Wish List] Aventon Level 4 REC Step-Through E-Bike
Cruise around the campground on this comfortable and good-looking e-bike from Aventon. With a range of up to 75 miles and a max speed of 28 MPH, it offers hours of riding between charges. A 4G cellular connection with GPS tracking provides over-the-air updates and theft deterrence, while an integrated regenerative braking system adds up to ten miles of extra range. MSRP: $1,999; aventon.com
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[Spec Sheet] What’s a Tankless Water Heater?
Many modern RVs now come with a tankless water heater, which automatically detects the flow of water and uses propane burners to instantly heat it up. This eliminates the need to store water in a heated tank at all times and ensures you won’t run out of hot water while washing dishes or taking a shower.
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[Road Resource] USCampgrounds
A comprehensive list of 13,000 vehicle-accessible public campgrounds across the U.S. and Canada with GPS coordinates, contact info, lists of amenities and more, all for free. uscampgrounds.info
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[Trends] 52 Million
That’s the number of American households that went on at least one camping trip last year, according to the 12th Annual KOA Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report. That translated to $66 billion in economic revenue for local communities across the country.
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Kraig Becker is a writer in the RV, outdoors, and adventure travel space. Over the course of his career he has contributed to such outlets as Popular Mechanics, Outside Online, Business Insider, TripSavvy, Digital Trends, GearJunkie, The Adventure Blog, and countless others. An avid runner and cyclist, he enjoys camping, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and just about any other outdoor activity. His travels have taken him to seven continents and on many amazing adventures.
