GORV - Digital Magazine Issue #28 | Page 21

RV REVIEW “THE INTERNAL CLUB LOUNGE IS AN ABSOLUTE WINNER.” This van does plenty of things well, but one in particular: cupboard space. The kitchen has five drawers, one on top of the other, all the way to the roof – an excellent use of space. Meanwhile, the entrance is fitted with a suite of nooks and cupboards, while the bathroom offers a large linen cupboard above a washing machine. Additionally, the overhead locker doors are each fitted with piano hinges – great! – with the lockers themselves secured to aluminium extrusion at the top and bottom, making the overhead cabinetry quite strong. Overall, I found the interior of the Excalibur very appealing. The more time I spent with it, the more I saw my wife and I hitching it up for a Big Lap… once the kids have flown the nest, of course. SUMMING UP With storage space in spades and a payload capacity to match, the Crusader Excalibur Serenity seems particularly geared for long-haul trips. The van tows well, offers loads of fresh water storage and a reasonable 12V system, and that internal club lounge is an absolute winner – the layout is quite thoughtful. / 21