Wind speed for Travelling in a Motorhome

[Jeff one]

Hi
Can anybody help what is the safe speed for travelling in a Motorhome 7.5
Many Thanks Again
Jeff

 

[Northernraider]

Warp 10 I believe

 

[Jeff one]

Sorry in what wind speed

 

[Nirvanauk]

Not sure I understand the question. You drive the vehicle at a speed you are comfortable with. And if you think its too windy and you aren't comfortable then don't drive.

 

[Verteuil Man]

The wind speed itself is fairly manageable. Its the gusts that do the damage. When I doubt, park up somewhere sheltered. No medals for being blown over.

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[AndyPK]

Yes, be aware of crosswinds when in exposed areas……as Nirvanauk said, if you don’t feel comfortable, don’t drive. Also, listen for ‘drivers of high-sided vehicles’ warnings on the radio, etc.

 

[Jeff one]

Sorry the wind tomorrow is 40mph is it safe to drive,,
Cheers

 

[PaulC70]

Sorry the wind tomorrow is 40mph is it safe to drive,,
Cheers

So if someone says yes on the internet you're happy to go for it?

 

[Carolyn and Kev]

You will be fine....If the nose comes up and you start to 'plane' ........Think of Donald Campbell.....You know what comes next!

I jest....Dont stress out . Drive carefully and all will be fine. Swift Bolero 714...low line...You will need some wind to push you over i would have thought? Dont think tomorrows wind will be enough!

Regards Kev

 

[Jeff one]

Hoping some more experienced chaps other than pilots might have better idea than me

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[Trevor Wbm]

Sorry the wind tomorrow is 40mph is it safe to drive,,
Cheers

40 mph is gale force 8 on the Beaufort Scale so I reckon a cautious approach is warranted - by which I mean if you aren't enjoying it, park up.
(Coming from behind, it'll save a bit of fuel, coming from in front it'll slow you down a bit. It's the sideways gusts you might not enjoy.)

 

[Jeff one]

You will be fine....If the nose comes up and you start to 'plane' ........Think of Donald Campbell.....You know what comes next!

I jest....Dont stress out . Drive carefully and all will be fine. Swift Bolero 714...low line...You will need some wind to push you over i would have thought? Dont think tomorrows wind will be enough!

Regards Kev

Hi
Thanks, ours is a swift Bollero ,, might get the wife to hang on the back

 

[DBK]

I think a cross wind of 40mph could make overtaking trucks on a dual carriageway interesting but I don't think it is anywhere near enough to physically blow the vehicle over. Looking at the Ventusky app however, wind speed gusts tomorrow could exceed 60mph in the north of England and this could be hazardous, not least because of the danger of falling trees and flying branches.

Add in the risks of flooding in some parts and it might be better staying at home or wherever you are now until the storm has literally, blown through.

The figures below are mph.

 

[The Wino]

So many variables not least how much load carried and how high the centre of gravity is. I'm pretty sure that at the same wind speed two drivers in identical motorhomes would say two totally different things!

 

[The Wino]

I think a cross wind of 40mph could make overtaking trucks on a dual carriageway interesting but I don't think it is anywhere near enough to physically blow the vehicle over. Looking at the Ventusky app however, wind speed gusts tomorrow could exceed 60mph in the north of England and this could be hazardous, not least because of the danger of falling trees and flying branches.

Add in the risks of flooding in some parts it might be better staying at home or wherever you are now until the storm has literally, blown through.

The figures below are mph.

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We've been watching that it's also forecast about a 4.5 to 5 m swell in Whitby! We're going to watch from a safe distance!

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[Northernraider]

Having done the wild Atlantic way this time last year. 40mph winds is like a calm summers day lol

 

[DBK]

We've been watching that it's also forecast about a 4.5 to 5 m swell in Whitby! We're going to watch from a safe distance!

A strong wind coming from the east is unusual. I suspect vulnerable bits of coast could suffer although the tides tomorrow are only of average height. A spring tide might have been very different.

 

[Sue and Rick]

The tv news has just said stay at home.
My advice ....stay at home.
I am. But I will be walking to the pub at tea time

 

[Jim]

Hi
Can anybody help what is the safe speed for travelling in a Motorhome 7.5
Many Thanks Again
Jeff

I think your van is a low line, but even so, side-on it can be a bit of a sail in very strong winds. I had a van with a very large overhead cab, and one time the wind in France pushed us across two lanes of motorway! SLooow down and if you're being pushed, pullover, get the nose into wind and put the kettle on.

 

[Jeff one]

I think a cross wind of 40mph could make overtaking trucks on a dual carriageway interesting but I don't think it is anywhere near enough to physically blow the vehicle over. Looking at the Ventusky app however, wind speed gusts tomorrow could exceed 60mph in the north of England and this could be hazardous, not least because of the danger of falling trees and flying branches.

Add in the risks of flooding in some parts and it might be better staying at home or wherever you are now until the storm has literally, blown through.

The figures below are mph.

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I think the answer is stay at home,, we were heading from Middlesbrough to Hawes,, pub and Rugby

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[Podney]

“ Turn her into the wind, Mr Christian”. Well,I may not have the quote exactly right,but not far out. So,I think you can reduce the risk to life and limb (and fibreglass) by driving head on into wind. Just think of all those lovely places you may end up visiting. A journey into the unknown lol.
And then,when the wind changes direction,you can head off against it again and make even more discoveries. Well,it’s (probably) better than tossing a coin,innit?
The only downside of this idea,apart from the fact you won’t know whether you’re on your arse or elbow,is that your fuel consumption will be high,but that doesn’t matter because you’ll win the lottery this Saturday.

 

[DBK]

I think the answer is stay at home,, we were heading from Middlesbrough to Hawes,, pub and Rugby

Sensible I think, Hawes is in the Dales and the wind will be stronger on the high ground plus rain according to the Met Office so there could be flooding. Emergency services in some parts of the country are going to be busy.

 

[Jays2]

Just before the Covid lockdown, in January we drove to Spain with a head wind all the way, we use 25% more fuel than usual!
You were aware of that force wanting to stop you.
Would think twice now and maybe wait it out?

 

[Jeff one]

Sensible I think, Hawes is in the Dales and the wind will be stronger on the high ground. Emergency services in some parts of the country are going to busy.

Sensible I think, Hawes is in the Dales and the wind will be stronger on the high ground. Emergency services in some parts of the country are going to busy.

Many thanks some valuable information,, may dig out my steel cap boots to get to the pub,,

 

[FrankNicklin]

Think I would be more concerned about the driving rain and visibility than the wind itself. Even cars can be buffeted by the wind, but safety first if you don't feel confident about driving in the wind and driving rain let it pass first before you set out.

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[ALI G]

Just drive it then if you're not happy stop

 

[Jeff one]

Only away for the weekend,,to catch the Rugby in Hawes,, just seen the local news mmm go next week for the final

 

[Northernraider]

Only away for the weekend,,to catch the Rugby in Hawes,, just seen the local news mmm go next week for the final

If they're playing rugby in that weather it can't be that bad

 

[Otter Spotter]

Last week we crossed the Skye Bridge with the wind at 43MPH, just drove slow and steady. One thing I did do was make sure both my Fresh and grey water tanks were full for ballast.

 

[Jeff one]

If they're playing rugby in that weather it can't be that bad

It’s England semi on Television,, France,, come on England