I have just completed 8 hours of RV driver training, and I must admit, I feel more ready to drive than I had anticipated.  And if I hadn’t done a curb check on my final leg, I would feel really good about it 🙂

Matt was a great instructor.  He had scouted the area very well, and made sure I had many different experiences.  He must be magical, because he also conjured up a snowy day, so I had practice in that, too!  He was patient, nice, and very knowledgeable.  He allowed me to watch him back up my husband so that I could do a better job when I am the backer, and that was most helpful to both my husband and me. After 43 years of marriage, I finally figured out what my husband was doing with all of his hand signs – and we determined that, since we have a microphone, oral instructions work better.

Now that I have taken the course, I understand better many of the complications that can arise with a big rig, and Matt tried to make sure I had experience on hills, curves, narrow roads, traffic . . . the gamut.  I drove much of the way home, and although it was only on four-lane highways (but with a cross-wind), I could tell I improved my control of the rig.  My husband wasn’t even nervous, which is a good sign. I still need a lot of practice, but I am well on my way to being a competent driver.

For anyone who is nervous about driving their RV, I definitely recommend Matt.  He did a fine job with me.