Do I Need a Ladder for Fulltime RV Life?
Before we moved into our RV, this was a question we found ourselves asking. We had a huge ladder with multiple positions and uses. But it seemed like overkill. After-all, we had a ladder attached to the side of our rig. Why would we ned another ladder? In an effort to downsize our belongings, we sold our ladder. And as soon as we hit our first RV park in the Thousand Trails system, we began to regret our decision. Why would we need a ladder? To do ladder things, obviously!
So yes, we can climb up onto the roof to check it out, perform routine maintenance, and ensure everything up top is on the up and up. But cleaning the rig and checking seals isn’t easy from the ground or the rooftop. We needed something different. We needed something that allowed us to do what we needed to do without unsafely leaning or hanging over the edge of the roof.
Our New Telescoping Ladder
What’s a family to do when they live in less than 400 sq ft of space yet are in need of a tall ladder? Get a telescoping ladder of course! The telescoping function is awesome!!! It shrinks the ladder to a tiny size without compromising ladder height! We’re so happy with our new Cosco Telescoping ladder! It’s seriously tough, convenient, and the perfect height!
The Cosco ladder comes in 3 size variations. We went ahead with the 16 foot size in order to ensure that even if we angle it up against the RV, we’re still going to be able the roofline. The other two sizes are 12 foot and 18 foot, and you can grab it from Home Depot! If you’re a veteran, don’t forget to ask about the veteran discount!
The Best Part
What’s really cool about this ladder though is the smart close feature. After telescoping it to it’s full height and locking each step into place, it’s as simple as a button slide to unlock the ladder and the ladder does the rest by slowly retracts into itself. No pinched fingers! And once it’s all scrunched up, it straps together for easy carrying and storage. It really is perfect for RV living!
Stats
| Base Width (in.) | 20 | Extension Ladder Maximum Height (ft.) | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry Standard Ladder Height (ft.) | 16 | Reach Height (ft.) | 16 |
| Rung/Step Depth | 3 | Step Rise (in.) | 12 |
| Storage Depth (in.) | 3 | Storage Height (ft.) | 2 |
| Features | Portable | Ladder Product Type | Telescoping |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ladder Rating | Type 1A – 300 lbs. | Ladder Type | Extension |
| Load Capacity (lb.) | 300 lb. | Material | Aluminum |
| Number of Steps | 12 | Product Weight (lb.) | 30.89 lb |
| Returnable | 90-Day |