best tow speed?

Originally posted by ToolmanJohn The 3.0L TDI engine could tow your pod at 80 mph easily if you had the nerves for it. But MPG would probably be down near 11.

My nerves aren't that steady!

I like the idea of 60mpg, subject to tire limits.  We'll see how it goes on these trips.  If anything notable occurs, I'll update this thread.

Going west in Wyoming along route 80 with 55 mph+ headwinds our best tow speed was whatever we could do!

I like 60 with both of my two towing rigs as well.

The best towing experience we have is at low speeds climbing through the mountains. The trailer feels very planted and mpg's are good. Pulling on the interstate is another story and I agree that 60-65 is probably the best compromise. At 60 we are already feeling the mpg tax, but that speed gives the most options to take action. 

    I also tow a 178  with a 2013 Honda Pilot. As garbob mentioned the RPM is around 2500 at 60 MPH. I don't have a lot of towing experience but after returning from a trip of over 1000 miles I had mixed results. Initially I didn't have Weight distribution or sway control. I had a slight but noticeable amount of porpoising when the pavement had humps and dips. It would take a little time for the suspension to absorb the energy and stabilize. 
    Above 60 MPH sway became a concern. I could feel the effects of the sway and I would slow to make it stop. In cross wind it would be more noticeable.
   After installing and adjusting the WD hitch ( Fastway model E2) the porpoising was eliminated. The sway was greatly reduced but not eliminated. I did notice some sway when being passed by a tractor trailer but I felt like I had allot more control. I think I still have some adjusting necessary to tweak the WD  to the Pilot. For safety purposes I don't feel comfortable towing above 60 to 65 MPH.
   I have talked to other podders that say they don't think there is a need for WD. They said, "The R-pod is so light there is no need". I feel the lighter the camper the more one should be concerned about sway.  I can't imagine trying to tow long distances in heavy traffic without it. The difference is amazing. I would be interested in hearing others opinions and experiences forming their beliefs on the need (or not) for Weight Distribution.