Mountain driving can be very dangerous for any large or heavy vehicle. And here after researching we have found a useful guide to focus on safety. Perhaps your not a semi driver but you enjoy taking your RV for a spin thru the beautiful mountains all over the world, we have a perfect guide for you here.
Due to the long research and compiling the data, this directory that has been around since 1993 gives you locations and descriptions. And with over 700 mountain passes or steep grades in just a few states, safety is just a view away. Also there are easy E-books that you can take with you on your trips and travels to prepare you for the roads ahead.
Mountain Driving:
Also within these helpers be assisted with steep grade, how long they are, how steep (%) they are. With this information, one can know ahead of time what a pass is like and make an informed decision about whether to go over or around. And if you decide to go over, the cool morning hours would ease the strain on the engine and transmission. Also by unhooking the towed vehicle would make the climb and the descent easier, with mountain driving. Knowing what lies ahead is half the battle.
Semi-Drivers:
There is an old saying among over-the-road truckers. “There are two kinds of drivers — those who’ve been in trouble on a mountain grade, and those who will be.” Unfortunately, this also applies to many RV’ers. Trucks and RVs have similar problems regarding weight, engine power, and braking in mountainous terrain. “Many truckers have had the frightening experience of cresting a mountain grade too fast and wondering if they’ll be able to stop at the bottom.
Example:
Richard Miller is one of them. After a thrilling descent into Camp Verde Valley, AZ in 1993, he decided to do something about the lack of information. And with so many grades and unmarked slops was willing to assist all with his research. The results of his efforts are two excellent resources directories, East and West. And each contains maps showing the location of grades and detailed information about them. Including the height of the summit, length and steepness of grades, severity of curves, location of escape ramps, and signage.
In conclusion, this is helpful to not only the hard working truck drivers delivering any items all over to make our lives easier, the traveler as well. And so if you are an over the road driver or a retired explorer this is a great tool to prepare you for the roads ahead.