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wdc330i 07-03-2020 12:17 PM

Luxury RV rental start-up
 
I guess it was only a matter of time. And now is probably a great time for it...

July 3, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Blacksford RV Rental Company Hopes to Disrupt Industry

(Bozeman, MT) -- Blacksford is a new recreational vehicle rental business offering fully-stocked Mercedes-Benz Sprinter overland adventure vehicles from Winnebago with an all-inclusive pricing model that includes unlimited miles, no generator fees, bedding, bath, and kitchen supplies, free Wi-Fi, a free annual pass to national parks, and 24-hour roadside assistance. Founded by tech entrepreneur Jonathan Distad, Blacksford also curates road trip experiences by connecting travelers with vetted campsites, guides, and other hand-picked attractions. In addition to daily and weekly rentals, Blacksford offers multi-month mini leases for those who want to truly experience van life. Rental prices start at $199 per day. For more info, visit https://www.blacksford.com/ or call (406) 384-6758.

FC 07-03-2020 01:42 PM

I'm in.

kognito 07-03-2020 06:37 PM

This is new?

Cruise America and El Monte rentals have been around for decades.

Cruise since 1972, El Monte since 1970. They even rent larger Class A's as well as C's most are much more "livable" for a family to rent than the Mercedes Sprinters (Sprinters might work for just a couple for a week, but no room for kids)((or enough comfortable room for someone 6'4" like me))

kognito 07-03-2020 06:39 PM

Plus Cruise and El Monte are nation wide. Many will rent from one location, RV for a week, drop it off somewhere else, and fly home.

ff 07-03-2020 07:05 PM

Yeah, RV rentals have been a thing for a long time.

wdc330i 07-03-2020 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ff (Post 561014)
Yeah, RV rentals have been a thing for a long time.

I think it’s the luxe aspect...

kognito 07-04-2020 08:12 AM

If you are planing a visit to Yellowstone or Glacier this guy might be an option. With only one dealer, what you going to do when you need help?

The models this guy rents are far from luxury, I subscribe to a RV safety and review organization and the models he rents are plagued with quality issues. They look cute, but aren't fabricated well

wdc330i 07-04-2020 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kognito (Post 561019)
If you are planing a visit to Yellowstone or Glacier this guy might be an option. With only one dealer, what you going to do when you need help?

The models this guy rents are far from luxury, I subscribe to a RV safety and review organization and the models he rents are plagued with quality issues. They look cute, but aren't fabricated well

Not surprised. On a related note, one of the RV magazines is looking for a new chief editor. Boom times for the industry!

Jeff_DML 07-04-2020 11:52 AM

Yeah, not sure what is new. Would like to rent a sprinter but the $300 a day is not cheap, at least this place is unlimited miles.

wdc330i 07-04-2020 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeff_DML (Post 561023)
Yeah, not sure what is new. Would like to rent a sprinter but the $300 a day is not cheap, at least this place is unlimited miles.

I guess you have to figure the price of a rental car + hotel overnight to get a the real value/cost.


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