GORV - Digital Magazine Issue #37 | Page 24

slide-out) allows for a large, sensible bedroom with plenty of storage, a couple of 12V Sirroco fan, an array of 12V/240V powerpoints, a flatscreen TV mounted to a swivel arm, and even a top-loading washing machine tucked into the cabinetry on the offside. The slide-out opens at the push of a button, in the usual way, and it’s then a matter of folding the split pillowtop mattress down onto the ply base. A portion of the mattress is folded into a vertical position at a special seam and retained by a couple of clips. But setting up the bed is, literally, a 60-second job – and that includes the time to open the slide-out. Now, the space between the cabinets and the foot of the bed is a little tight; however, this is because the customer requested a slightly larger-than-usual split bathroom. This bathroom is comprised of a big nearside shower cubicle and an offside toilet/vanity. As you’d expect, the offside slide-out creates a massive amount of floorspace when open. Regal opted not to fit a fixed dining table for the lounge. Instead, the company provides a portable table (with benchtop to match the kitchen bench) that can be stored under the folding mattress when underway. Naturally, this table can also be used outside. The kitchen is fully equipped but bench space in the Naralan is on the small side; however, Regal has also fitted an extension piece that folds out of a cupboard in the entryway – I’ve seen this setup in other motorhomes before and it is a great idea. However, when in use it will block people from freely using the main door. Fortunately, the Luton peak bed base lifts easily on gas struts, making entry to and from the driver’s cab a breeze, so you can always use the passenger or driver’s door to enter or exit the motorhome.