However, in an exclusive interview with RV PRO, Alex Mascioli, owner of North Street Capital LP, said he will most likely follow up with a another offer to acquire the outstanding shares of the company.

“(Winnebago) responded to the media this morning (May 18), so the ball is in our court. We are most likely going to respond to them by Monday,” he said.

Winnebago stated North Street’s offer lacked sufficient information. The RV manufacturer described the offer as highly conditional, and said it will require due diligence and further negotiation.

Travel trailer registrations increased 17 percent in March, and fifth wheel sales grew 7 percent, according to Baird.

RV dealers continue stocking towable product ahead of the selling season, increasing channel inventory, the firm reported.

“We believe seasonal restocking is essentially complete, and look to spring demand to determine orders into summer,” Baird stated.

The seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of U.S. towable demand increased to 175,000 units in March, up from 172,000 units in February, according to the firm. Slightly more than 160,000 units were sold in the U.S. in 2011.

“The new 36BH is what we call a family bunk house because we filled it with family-friendly features and enough sleeping space for up to eight people,” said Product Manager Paul Craven.

Hahn brings a wealth of knowledge to the Lifestyle Luxury RV team, according to the company. He has 22 years of experience in the RV industry, including working as an account manager at Keystone RV and Travel Supreme.

“(Hahn) will thrive in the high-end fifth wheel segment because he understands the importance of quality, construction, innovation, and integrity. These key attributes are the cornerstone for what Lifestyle Luxury RV stands for,” said Elliott Bond, national sales manager for the RV manufacturer.

The PIE award recognizes Winnebago and Itasca dealers with the best market share penetration within their basic trade area. This is the seventh year the award has been issued. 

Recognized dealerships in the Eastern and Western U.S. regions earn the Winnebago award based on three market categories. The categories are defined as basic trade areas (BTA) with 99 or fewer annual retail registrations, 100-199 annual registrations, and greater than 200 registrations.   

This year’s PIE award winners (as ranked by market size from smallest BTA to largest BTA) include:

Winnebago – Western Region