I built a 14.5 mini and love it it's fuel efficient and easy to handle. Last summer I picked up an 18.5 off of CL so I could have more room. it works well but for the wife and I the mini is always first call. If I had to have just one I would keep the 18.5 so I would have the added room if I needed it when the kids come out to AZ, but I could never in our situation justify a 22.5