So....anyone here have them? I'm sold on the idea of owning one since I am spending two weeks camping out at Naval Station Sigsbee in Key West. All the retired salty dogs have hooked up rv's that cost more than all the homes in my cul'de'sac.
I love the idea of owning a smaller camper trailer since I have three dogs that need a/c (the bulldog mainly). Plus, it's so cheap to camp out compared to hotels. Also, I can take in the scenery which is lost when you fly from place to place, that and you can bring all your favorite toys with you (lbikes, surfboards, and moto).
Anyways, I was hoping some dmf'r would chime in and share their experiences since the thought of traveling the U.S. with your family and a trusty moto on the truck bed sounds like an attainable dream.
I don't have one, but I have toyed with the idea too. I would pull it to my folks and my wifes folks and stay in it instead of the guest rooms ;D
I thought an old airstream would be fun to first take a year and restore it, then use it.
mitt
Posted in the picture thread too
(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c174/cokey2/IMG_20110408_135734.jpg)
Oooh, that's a beauty! I am toying with the idea of a trailer since I can haul a moto/scooter with the truck bed. However, a class C/B would be cool since it feels more like the millennium falcon! [laugh]
I've been looking at teardrop trailer designs........would be great to have a quiet place to sleep when I go to hunt camp........
Rent one. Don't buy.
http://www.cruiseamerica.com/ (http://www.cruiseamerica.com/)
A bunch of us are looking for a cheep class a one or large c. We almost had a 33 footer for $1500 but pulled the trigger a few hours too late. Were going to use it to get to track days. We are going to see if its possible to take the master bedroom out and put bikes in it and make a ghetto toy hauler.
I think the RV is the way to go. If your in key west you don't need to be driving around in a big pickup all day, a scooter or you bike would be fine.
My rig for camping/track days... So ghetto, but sooo easy! 8)
(http://i415.photobucket.com/albums/pp231/tazios/iPhone150.jpg)
(http://i415.photobucket.com/albums/pp231/tazios/iPhone151.jpg)
This is just the rain fly set up over the frame. If I need a little more protection or privacy, the tent itself drops right into the bed. I can even close the tailgate with it in there. [thumbsup]
[bacon]
That's about as cool as a bed in a panel van! I could always buy a econo van and hook up an a/c unit and bed. Instant ghetto rv!!!
I have a 5th wheel 1992 Triple E 26' ...easily towed with my F150
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b343/uterep/RV%20big/100_1869.jpg)
my tavel trailer is for sale...
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_Y1KzBlJQ8x0/TaD_qbExGeI/AAAAAAAACG8/wBiJ14hKihE/s912/Avion%20Trailer.JPG)
pm me if interested 8)
Quote from: bulldogs2k on April 09, 2011, 04:56:31 PM
That's about as cool as a bed in a panel van! I could always buy a econo van and hook up an a/c unit and bed. Instant ghetto rv!!!
It's cheap, it's easy, and it's paid for! :-*
[bacon]
RV and tow a....Jeep. [thumbsup]
The family has had both but didn't have a preference from one or the other. As long as there's another vehicle to get around wherever you end up camping/staying.
The only downside was a serious rollover (all are fine) with the 5th wheel because the trailer (20' +/-) did it's swaying thing on a highway once. Never had that w/the RV towing a small car or horse trailer.
Sounds like fun! Enjoy!
Quote from: The Bacon Junkie on April 09, 2011, 07:18:17 PM
It's cheap, it's easy, and it's paid for! :-*
[bacon]
That's what I like to hear!
I grew up in a travel trailer family. We had a Suburban and a 25' camper. Worked great for just about EVERYTHING.
My preference is a popup trailer, especially as long as it's just the wife and me.
I do like that Avion herm posted (long time fan of the "tin can" campers), but my little Dakota might have issues pulling that.
JM
http://www.vintage-airstream.com/ (http://www.vintage-airstream.com/)
from one of my favorite movies
(http://www.automotivetraveler.com/images/stories/blogs/richt/090416-08-GMC_EM50_Urban_Assault_Vehicle_from_Stripes_thumb.jpg)
wife and I have plans for a toy hauler. My parents have a Tiffin and we've been camping with them in Yellowstone. I hate them because I know we can't afford that monster but we sure do want one so now we can't settle, just save save save [bang]
T@B Travel Trailer. [thumbsup]
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2090/2497314903_05611fd0de.jpg)
We had a thread on this a few years back. I think it was TOB though?
Hmmmm..
(http://www.en-derin.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-o-matic/images/b37e1_trailers_8.jpg)
We camp with a pickup towing a Fleetwood tent trailer.
versatile that you can camp self-contained like a tent, or plug in like an RV
also room in the back of the truck for boats, bicycles, motos, etc
(well...maybe not all at the same time)
Smaller Toy Hauler.
Quarters in the front, lavatory then the galley and all else is communal. Most have some sort of drop down bunks in the garage space you can deploy once the toys are out.
My RV is the bike when I bungee on the tent, but I am vary familiar with this industry, work for a supplier. I am leaning toward a nice 5th wheel toy hauler. Make sure you get heated basement if you want to use it in colder climates. Tripple e is out of Canada, they build a decent rig with an understanding of cold.
Ya thinking of a pop up trailer. It's just me and my wife!
we'd do a pop-up but camping in bear country and having them roam around the campground scares the shit out of me. I'm sure it has nothing to do with campers/neighbors not following directions either. [evil]
*bump
I'm watching HGTV's "Retro Roadhomes: RV's Gone Crazy" and getting that itch again to buy an Airstream and have my dad restore it. He used to do the interior work for Learjet. [thumbsup] However, as I was also checking into the retro T@B trailers, I came across The Little Guy (no..not me either!) >:(
http://www.golittleguy.com/teardrops/ (http://www.golittleguy.com/teardrops/)
I've seen these being towed by motorcycles but I didn't know they could actually sleep 1-2 people. I think it would be fun to take my son camping in one. Anyone here own one or have FHE?
I also found this pic of the Little Guy BOSS which was inspired by the doomsday preppers. Pretty cool!
http://www.rvbusiness.com/2012/12/little-guys-b-o-s-s-built-to-endure-disasters/ (http://www.rvbusiness.com/2012/12/little-guys-b-o-s-s-built-to-endure-disasters/)
(http://www.rvbusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/LG-Boss.jpg)
Quote from: IZ on January 12, 2013, 12:40:50 AM
I came across The Little Guy (no..not me either!) >:(
When you make it that easy, it's not even worth it. [roll]
;D
Quote from: Bick on January 12, 2013, 06:25:16 AM
When you make it that easy, it's not even worth it. [roll]
;D
[Dolph]
This will do. Airstream Basecamp
http://www.rvingplanet.com/brands/airstream-rv/basecamp/toy-hauler-travel-trailers/ (http://www.rvingplanet.com/brands/airstream-rv/basecamp/toy-hauler-travel-trailers/)
I'd prefer this: http://www.RVingPlanet.com/brands/airstream-rv/panamerica/toy-hauler-travel-trailers/ (http://www.rvingplanet.com/brands/airstream-rv/panamerica/toy-hauler-travel-trailers/)
Quote from: Randimus Maximus on January 12, 2013, 07:30:05 AM
I'd prefer this: http://www.RVingPlanet.com/brands/airstream-rv/panamerica/toy-hauler-travel-trailers/ (http://www.rvingplanet.com/brands/airstream-rv/panamerica/toy-hauler-travel-trailers/)
I doubt a Tundra can pull that
Quote from: IZ on January 12, 2013, 07:36:58 AM
I doubt a Tundra can pull that
At 11,500 GVWR, it would technically exceed the Tundra's towing capacity.
However...
Toyota Presents: The Tundra Endeavour - Heavy as Hell (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74JWI5oYCxQ#)
this is an RV http://globalxvehicles.com/safari-extreme/ (http://globalxvehicles.com/safari-extreme/)
Quote from: Randimus Maximus on January 12, 2013, 07:30:05 AM
I'd prefer this: http://www.RVingPlanet.com/brands/airstream-rv/panamerica/toy-hauler-travel-trailers/ (http://www.rvingplanet.com/brands/airstream-rv/panamerica/toy-hauler-travel-trailers/)
Proportionally that will feel the same for normal size people as the other one for IZ.
How about this Colorado based rig?
http://www.earthroamer.com/xv-hd/ (http://www.earthroamer.com/xv-hd/)
Quote from: Randimus Maximus on January 12, 2013, 04:19:46 PM
How about this Colorado based rig?
http://www.earthroamer.com/xv-hd/ (http://www.earthroamer.com/xv-hd/)
[evil]
Now how is our vertically challenged friend going to get up in one of those?!
:-*
Lol, I don't see MPG ratings... man I wouldn't mind having one of them hd ones..
UEV 490 trailer [thumbsup] I wonder if you can get these in the states?
Obviously, camping priorities are a bit different down under. 2:34 & 3:59 marks.
UEV 490 off-road trailer Conqueror Australia 2010 model. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpauUSmtJmA#)
Also come in other models: UEV 440 and UEV 360
We sold our tent trailer this winter and bought a used Casita 17 instead
like this-
(http://www.travelizmo.com/archives/casita-enterprises-travel-trailers.jpg)
easier when you are traveling and want to stay at different places and dont have to put it up/down every time.
nice having a bathroom too
Not bad! [thumbsup]
My son and I just came back from the Austin Boat & RV Show. That was fun! Slide outs, flat screens, bunk beds and playrooms for the kids. We saw everything and then found the Airstream trailers tucked away in the back corner. The lines are so damn clean in those! Must have!! [drool]
Iphone on wheels ......clean lines very sterile but oh so cool
If I was buying again I would go Airstream
Quote from: IZ on January 13, 2013, 08:38:44 AM
UEV 490 trailer [thumbsup] I wonder if you can get these in the states?
Obviously, camping priorities are a bit different down under. 2:34 & 3:59 marks.
UEV 490 off-road trailer Conqueror Australia 2010 model. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpauUSmtJmA#)
Also come in other models: UEV 440 and UEV 360
I like it!
I lived in one of these for 9 years & 11 Months. Mine was a little older with the aluminum siding not the fiberglass but pretty much the same thing.
(http://www.pawpawsrvs.com/Images/Products/P13-801.JPG)
Last summer I bought a Coleman 6 person tent for $89.00
I don't have to license it, insure it, or store it. Ok maybe I have to store it.. it fits in a bag smaller than most duffel bags so I can keep it in the house. It fits inside the car so I don't have to tow it, which is a good thing because I don't have a tow package on the merc and I still get 27 MPG when I go camping. If I camp above 5,000 feet or over at the coast I don't need air conditioning.
I can get a new one every couple of years without making payments, or worrying about the resale value of the old one.
This is the best bang for the buck IMO.