Escape sighting?

[gbaglo]

My buddy and I were heading south on Coquihalla on Wed. July 13. He in a 19 and me in my 17B. Pontoon boats on the roofs of the tows.

[Brian B-P]

Originally Posted by gbaglo

I saw a Bonair ( used, I think ) sitting outside the main arena at an RV show that was attended by Escape.
I thought it weirdly squished looking and didn't bother to look inside. Checked out the Escape 17 and a Nash and made my decision.

The only year that Bonair produced the Oxygen was 2002, the same year that Reace and Tammy started Escape. It could have been the last of Bonair crossing paths with the first year Escape as new products, it could have been old stock of a Bonair dealer, or it could have been used.

The outside of the Oxygen was a bit strange, and the rounded tail never made sense to me (except to re-use the mould shape of the front), but I think that the inside was clever use of the odd space. Escapes, in contrast, are more functional... and with a exterior shape that was a quarter-century old to start, more conservative.

If you ever spot an Oxygen on the road, it's easy to recognize - no wondering if it's some other brand.

[Mary Strasser]

We thought it odd that in the whole time we were in Alaska, about 6 weeks, we never saw an Escape. We saw about 3 in BC/Yukon on our way through. But none in Alaska? Curious

[Rossue]

There's a few but Alaska is 2X the size of Texas. Bet you saw some aluminum SOB's though

[Mary Strasser]

It may be 2X size of Texas, but the highway system is not that vast. And, yes, we saw everything aluminum there was to see, along with a few Casitas. Actually the Alaska roads aren't bad, and they are being repaired all the time. We did have a muddy day on Top of the World Highway, and we did not go north of Fairbanks.

[Daubsy]

Just saw a 19' with red graphics towed by a Highlander, filling up at a gas station in Monte Vista, CO. After watching a parade, I dove in across the street at a coffee shop to get my daily dose of caffeine and wifi. I'm currently staying just outside of Del Norte at a friends ranch. Been on the road for almost a month and it's the first Escape I have seen this trip!

[Mary F]

We saw an Escape 17 yesterday, on the east side of Cottonwood Pass, CO 306, at 5:00 pm. I think the graphics were gray.

[Mary F]

Originally Posted by Daubsy

Just saw a 19' with red graphics towed by a Highlander, filling up at a gas station in Monte Vista, CO. After watching a parade, I dove in across the street at a coffee shop to get my daily dose of caffeine and wifi. I'm currently staying just outside of Del Norte at a friends ranch. Been on the road for almost a month and it's the first Escape I have seen this trip!

Hey, Daubsy. We're in Buena Vista and will head to South Fork tommorow... Will pass thru MV and Del Norte.

[Iowa Dave]

Originally Posted by Daubsy

Just saw a 19' with red graphics towed by a Highlander, filling up at a gas station in Monte Vista, CO. After watching a parade, I dove in across the street at a coffee shop to get my daily dose of caffeine and wifi. I'm currently staying just outside of Del Norte at a friends ranch. Been on the road for almost a month and it's the first Escape I have seen this trip!

That would have been my blushing bride of 46 years , the former Miss Niffenegger, now the brains and money of the modern combination herded by the indefatigable Iowa Dave and ably protected by the always vigilant Jihad Jake. Nice town. Lots of old tractors but no Oliver's that I saw.
Dave

[Daubsy]

Originally Posted by Iowa Dave

That would have been my blushing bride of 46 years , the former Miss Niffenegger, now the brains and money of the modern combination herded by the indefatigable Iowa Dave and ably protected by the always vigilant Jihad Jake. Nice town. Lots of old tractors but no Oliver's that I saw.

Dave

Loved the old tractors! If I could tow my 19' with one, I would. Anyway, it was refreshing to see another Escape, hope you enjoyed your travels!

[Daubsy]

Originally Posted by Mary F

Hey, Daubsy. We're in Buena Vista and will head to South Fork tommorow... Will pass thru MV and Del Norte.

If you have time, Creede is definitely worth a visit. It's about 20 mi west of South Fork. Neat town, the old mining facilities built into the mountains are stunning.

[Iowa Dave]

Headed east, we spent five days at the Rocky Mtn.Rendezvous. Visited Mesa Verde and Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Train museum in Durango is very impressive and free. Park entries were free too with the geezer pass. Went into Mesa Verde, the entry ranger was a genius, parting comment " I hope you and your daughter have a great day in the park. Rita felt good all day, I was just confused.
Dave

[Mary F]

Originally Posted by Daubsy

If you have time, Creede is definitely worth a visit. It's about 20 mi west of South Fork. Neat town, the old mining facilities built into the mountains are stunning.

Have been before, but it's been awhile, so we are thinking of making a day trip over there. Thanks for the pics!

[sturski]

Saw a blue 19 on Hwy 40 between Kremmling and Rabbit Ears pass. They were headed toward Steamboat Springs.

[Take_a_hike]

We were putting our kayaks in Big River (Mendicino, CA) when I noticed an Escape crossing over us on CA 1. It was about 10:30 this morning. I think it was a 21.

[etuna]

I saw an Escape 15, red trim, towed by a red Toyota Tacoma with Saskatchewan plates late this morning. It was in the Canadian Tire/Save On Foods parking lot in Canmore, Alberta

[MyronL]

Saw Doug and Karen's 19 in our back yard today. Great visit!

[kvermeulen]

Today saw a 5.0ta grey stripes heading east out of calgary being pulled by a dodge grey also.
ken

[PGDriver]

Saw a 5.0TA parked on the side of the road in Fort MacLeod Alberta today at 2:00 pm. Towed by a white Toyota. Nice looking rig.

Cheers
Doug

[Tford]

Saw a 17 coming into Lander WY from the Sinks Canyon road!