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MARATHON MONDAYS WITH MAL

2022 Prevost Luxury RV: Compare X3/H3 Chassis. MMwM Ep.237

Walk through both the 2022 Prevost H3 and X3 shells with Mal and compare these two incomparable luxury RV chassis. Having just arrived from Prevost in Quebec, these two bus shells are ready to go through preparations to be painted. Get a unique view of the rigid unibody structure of both – what gives the Prevost chassis its high safety rating and quiet ride. See how the headroom in the X3-45 chassis is increased due to the floor being level …

Prevost XLII/X3 Luxury RVs from Marathon Coach. MMwM Ep.236

The Prevost X model chassis, long-appreciated for its classic style and dependable, quiet ride, is front-and-center in ep.236 of Marathon …

Labor Day Luxury RVs and Mobile Service Trucks. MMwM Ep.235

Mal and John jump into a mobile service truck and view the beautiful luxury RVs parked at Camp Marathon for …

The Latest on 2022 Marathon Coach #1344. MMwM Ep.234

Enjoy a walkthrough of 2022 Marathon Show Coach #1344. Get a firsthand look at this double-slide luxury bus conversion, built …

2022 Prevost Marathon H3-45 Sneak Peek (1348). MMwM Ep.233

Another Monday, another sneak peek at a Marathon luxury RV in progress. Meet 2022 Marathon Coach #1348. Currently being converted …

Behind the scenes: Marathon Factory Floor Tour. MMwM Ep.232

Get a behind-the-scenes look at just another busy Monday on the factory floor at the World Headquarters of Marathon Coach. …

2022 Prevost Marathon X3-45 Walkthrough (1342). MMwM Ep.231

In ep.231, enjoy a walkthrough of brand-new 2022 Marathon Coach #1342, built on the Prevost X3-45 chassis. Marathon Coach #1342 …

Luxury RV Photo Shoot – Clear Lake, OR (1340). MMwM Ep.230

Join Mal along with Marathon’s marketing department on location in Clear Lake, Oregon, as they do a cover photo shoot …

Quality/Longevity of a Marathon Luxury Coach. MMwM Ep.229

In ep.229, Mal explores the quality – and therefore, longevity – of a Marathon coach by visiting various departments. Get …

Buses, Bays and BBQs on the 4th (1272, 1212). MMwM Ep.227

Marathon Sales Representative Jim Cogley joins Mal for a pre-recorded July 4th episode featuring two luxury buses, one with a …

RANDY, DAWN AND A MARATHON COACH

Get Ready: Upcoming Luxury RV Events. Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.112

From their home in northern Michigan, Randy and Dawn discuss upcoming luxury RV events as they get ready to head south for the fall and winter season. On the first day of autumn, join Randy and Dawn as they preview new travels and upcoming Marathon events in the southeastern United States, including Tampa Super Show, Prevost Motorhome Expo and parties at Pelican Lake and River Landings, and be sure to keep following Randy and Dawn in all of their luxury …

Late Summer Fun in Northern Michigan. Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.111

Join Dawn and Randy for some luxury coach lifestyle and end-of-summer fun in northern Michigan. See how Dawn likes to …

Hidden Features: #1343 Walkthrough. Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.110

Enjoy this walkthrough of 2022 Marathon Coach #1343 – including some hidden features. In ep.110, see a lovely, modern floorplan …

Exterior Luxury RV Paint (1340). Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.108

Having already toured the interior of this luxury RV in ep.107, Randy and Dawn step outside of Marathon Coach #1340 …

Prevost Expo Event at Hearthside (1340). Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.107

See a 2022 Prevost shell and two Marathons, along with some great footage from the Prevost Expo Event at Hearthside …

Luxury RV Party at Hearthside (1340)! Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.106

Join Randy and Dawn at Hearthside Grove for a luxury RV event hosted by Marathon Coach. Tucked into the luxurious …

2022 Marathon Coach #1340, Pt.1. Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.105

From Hearthside Grove in Petoskey, Michigan, enjoy a walkthrough of 2022 Marathon Coach #1340. In ep.105, Randy and Dawn show …

2009 Triple-Slide Luxury RV Tour, Pt.2 (1131). Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.104

Join Randy and Dawn for Part 2 of the luxury RV tour of Marathon Coach #1131 – an exploration of …

2009 Triple-Slide Luxury RV Tour (1131). Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.103

Check in with Randy and Dawn as they tour 2009 Marathon Coach #1131, a triple-slide luxury RV built on the …

Luxury RV at Hearthside Grove (1265). Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.102

Get a quick luxury RV walkthrough of Marathon Show Coach #1265 and see some great footage of Hearthside Grove Motorcoach …

MARATHON EXCLUSIVE WITH KASEY HESS

Industry First Luxury RV Built on the New Prevost X3 Chassis

Explore the industry’s very first luxury RV built on the brand new X3 chassis in this Kasey Hess exclusive interview with Prevost’s Steve Zeigler at the 2020 Motorhome Expo in West Palm Beach, Florida. Get a spectacular look at the very first Prevost X3 bus conversion, Marathon Show Coach #1317, as Kasey Hess and Prevost’s Bus Shell Division Director Steve Zeigler do a detailed walkthrough. While Steve points out improved and updated features of the chassis – like extra interior …

“The King” of NASCAR Richard Petty and his Luxury Coach

Tune in for yet another Marathon exclusive interview with Kasey Hess, as he joins Richard Petty – dubbed “The King” …

Actor Tom Berenger and his First Marathon Luxury Coach

In another Kasey Hess exclusive video, veteran actor Tom Berenger discusses his first luxury coach made by Marathon. Kasey Hess …

Catching Up with Chase Elliott in His Custom Luxury Coach

From the cozy confines of his custom luxury coach, Chase Elliott sits down with Kasey Hess from Marathon Coach to …

HOBBIES AND ADVENTURE

Kurt Busch wins Quaker State 400 at Atlanta

Congratulations to Marathon coach owner Kurt Busch, who outpaced younger brother Kyle at Atlanta Motor Speedway on Sunday for his first victory of the 2021 NASCAR season. With the win, Kurt took his 33rd career checkered flag, and assured himself a spot in the field of 16 drivers in this year’s Cup Series playoffs. Kurt led the race for 144 of the 267 laps – a personal best since 2015 – including the final 25 laps of the race, winning …

Road Trip to Michigan in 1265! Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.99

Randy and Dawn are hooking up their Tahoe to Marathon Coach #1265 and heading out on the road to Michigan. …

Golf and a Marathon – Your “A” Game for Fun and Exploration

East of Marathon Coach Oregon lies rugged terrain overflowing with sagebrush, native conifers, buckwheat and goat caddies. Yes – goat …

Whale Watching At the “Best U.S. Harbor”: Depoe Bay, Oregon

At just a touch more than 100 miles from Marathon Coach Oregon, Depoe Bay makes for a great day trip …

Mariah Carey takes Marathon Coach #1255 on a holiday adventure

Singer-songwriter and global icon Mariah Carey, also known as “The Queen of Christmas,” has switched the mode of transportation of …

Chase Elliott takes home NMPA Most Popular Driver Award

Adding to his hardware collection for 2020, Marathon coach owner Chase Elliott amassed the most votes for the National Motorsports …

Jimmie Johnson earns Bill France Award of Excellence

Just one week after the close of his final season as a full-time NASCAR driver, Marathon coach owner Jimmie Johnson …

Marathon Coach Presents 2021 Tillamook Air Museum Mini-Doc

Marathon Coach is pleased to present a short documentary film about the Tillamook Air Museum, a unique aviation museum just …

The Residents: A Marathon Coach Whale-Watching Docuseries

Marathon Coach is pleased to announce “The Residents,” a docuseries about the resident whales of Depoe Bay, Oregon. With a …

Midnight Joyride: A Marathon Short Film

A reprise of the extravagantly spooky Halloween short film from Marathon Studios! Two young ghosts rise from the grave and …

BEHIND THE SCENES

Chase Elliott wins at Road America on Independence Day

Congratulations to Marathon owner Chase Elliott, who continues his extraordinary success on road courses with a win at the Jockey Made in America 250 at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Elliott took the checkered flag on Sunday despite starting from the back of the pack due to caution flags during qualifying. It was his second win of the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series. At the age of 25, Elliott has already amassed seven career Cup Series victories on road courses …

Chase Elliot wins Texas Grand Prix at COTA

Congratulations to Marathon coach owner Chase Elliott on winning the Texas Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in …

2021 Marathon Coach Charlotte NASCAR Rally

October 6-10, 2021 Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord, NC Rally Packages: $3,295 Luxury Suite per couple – Space is very limited! $1,295 Grandstand seating per …

From Blind Date to Happily Ever After: A Love Story

Coach Owner Spotlight This is a love story – a love story so epic and quintessential that only a leading man …

Marathon Coach Luxury RV Service Spotlight: Collin Dietz

The Marathon Coach Luxury RV Service Spotlight focuses on Collin Dietz. For a consummate example of the talent and dedication …

Luxury RVing into 2021: A Message from the President

In this video message, Marathon Coach President and CEO Steve Schoellhorn talks about a breakout year for luxury RVing and …

Mariah Carey takes Marathon Coach #1255 on a holiday adventure

Singer-songwriter and global icon Mariah Carey, also known as “The Queen of Christmas,” has switched the mode of transportation of …

Kevin Harvick Named 2020 Richard Petty Driver of the Year

Marathon Coach owner Kevin Harvick has been named Richard Petty Driver of the Year for 2020, the National Motorsports Press …

Jimmie Johnson receives 2020 NMPA Myers Brothers Award

Congratulations to Marathon coach owner Jimmie Johnson on winning the 2020 National Motorsports Press Association’s Myers Brothers Award. Just two …

Chase Elliott takes home NMPA Most Popular Driver Award

Adding to his hardware collection for 2020, Marathon coach owner Chase Elliott amassed the most votes for the National Motorsports …

THE MARATIME MAGAZINE

Jimmie Johnson – Celebrating a Champion

With a career that’s spanned approximately 19 years in the NASCAR Cup Series with 686 career races, 83 wins and 374 top-10 finishes, seven-time Cup champion and Marathon coach owner Jimmie Johnson has officially transitioned to the IndyCar Series with Chip Ganassi Racing. Sometimes, people just know what they want to do with their lives – and Jimmie Johnson is one of them. Jimmie began racing motorcycles at the age of five, and from there he was on the …

Virtual Reality Coach Touring is Here!

Take a Marathon for a spin! Although steeped in the traditions of old-world craftsmanship, Marathon Coach keeps innovation and bright ideas …

Marathon Coach: Texas – Five Popular Upgrades

Marathon Coach Texas Service Manager Chris Lewis and his knowledgeable team are passionate, highly trained and completely committed to your …

10 Hidden Features of a Marathon Coach

Some people believe Marathon Coach is the world’s leader in luxury bus conversions because we’ve built the most motorcoaches in …

2021 Marathon Coach Charlotte NASCAR Rally

October 6-10, 2021 Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord, NC Rally Packages: $3,295 Luxury Suite per couple – Space is very limited! $1,295 Grandstand seating per …

Golf and a Marathon – Your “A” Game for Fun and Exploration

East of Marathon Coach Oregon lies rugged terrain overflowing with sagebrush, native conifers, buckwheat and goat caddies. Yes – goat …

From Blind Date to Happily Ever After: A Love Story

Coach Owner Spotlight This is a love story – a love story so epic and quintessential that only a leading man …

Whale Watching At the “Best U.S. Harbor”: Depoe Bay, Oregon

At just a touch more than 100 miles from Marathon Coach Oregon, Depoe Bay makes for a great day trip …

Divots With Dennis

by Dennis McBride PGA of America As a golf enthusiast, I am very excited that the PGA of America is relocating to …

Creating Art on a Steel Canvas: Designing a Marathon Coach Paint Scheme

Marathon has reigned as the finest luxury motorcoach on the road for decades due to pushing the limits of exceptional …

HOW-TO’S

Luxury RV Controls at Your Fingertips. Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.93

Get a crash course from Randy and Dawn in the operation of a Marathon luxury RV’s iPad controls. In this informative episode, see just how much power is at your fingertips with Marathon’s iPad controls. Get a visual demonstration of how you can control the coach’s awnings, shades, lighting, temperature and audio/visual from one source that is both versatile and easy to use. And with mounted iPads in the salon, bedroom and external bay, controlling the features of your coach …

How to: Use Marathon’s Jump-Start System

Have Peace of Mind with Marathon’s Jump-Start System The jump-start feature was designed to combine the charged house batteries with the …

Marathon How to: Keep Bad Smells at Bay

Even when not in use, maintaining your Marathon is important. If it’s been a while since you’ve taken a road …

Marathon How-To: Rinse Your Holding Tanks

Although rinsing your black and gray tanks may not be the most glamorous aspect of luxury RV living, it is …

Marathon Coach How-To: Keeping Bad Smells at Bay

Leaving your Marathon for an extended period of time? See this short but informative video on how to keep a …

Marathon Coach How-To: Using the Rinse Valves

Join Marathon Coach Sales/Service Support Technician Dave Bash for another useful how-to video – this time, about using the rinse …

Marathon Coach How-To: Using The Jump-Start System

Join Marathon Coach Sales/Service Support Technician and luxury RV guru Dave Bash for an informative talk about using the jump-start …

Freedom Plus System: Powerful, Convenient and Reliable

Marathon intentionally designed its patented Freedom Plus automated sewer hose system to tackle one of the dirtiest jobs in the …

Luxury Coach Washing Procedures with Marathon’s Dave Bash

Get some invaluable instruction on proper luxury coach washing procedures with Marathon’s Sales/Service Support Liaison and luxury RV guru Dave …

Packing Up Your Luxury RV (1177). Randy, Dawn and a Marathon Coach Ep.21

Randy and Dawn are packing up their luxury RV (Marathon Coach #1177) and heading south for more adventures in warmer …

FOOD

Luxury RV Lifestyle: Alice and Gary on Burgers

While visiting Camp Sherman in search of the luxury RV lifestyle, we visited with Marathon coach owners Gary and Alice Nelson at the Camp Sherman Store and Fly Shop. Surrounded by towering trees and mere steps from the Metolius River, the store has been the hub of this community for over 90 years. Roger White, the store’s proprietor, carries rods, accessories, gourmet foods, tea steepers, t-shirts, mugs, ice cream, soap, soda and just about everything you knew you needed and …