The problem with most of these trailers mentioned here is availability.
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Why no mention of the Nu-camp 320 series or the 400? They all fall within the targeted weight range and, by the looks of these other campers, are equally, or better, constructed. Still, they are quite comfortable once set up. The downsides are that set up is more complicated – they do have to be detached from the car, so they are not good for one night stays, storage is limited unless you get a large model, they have moving parts, and the moving parts are built to be lightweight, rather than sturdy, so they break more easily and need more repairs. Many like the tent enclosure, because you can hear nature, which is why we go camping (although people can hear you, which gives little privacy). They give you more living space per dollar and per pulling pound than any of the hard side trailers. They are easy to find in the $1500 to $3000 range used (be careful to look hard if you buy one to make sure there’s nothing wrong with it). Tent Trailer: These old standbys have a lot going for them, especially for those without much towing power or those on a limited budget. Downside is that you do have to pop them up, even though it’s quick, and more significantly, the downsides are that interior storage above waist level is limited, and there are moving parts, so they will wear out or need repair. They’re low when they travel, so they are easy to pull. They feel very solid and sturdy – sturdier than most lightweight trailers, and sturdier than many bigger RV’s. The high center ceiling makes them feel very big, even though they taper to a lower level at the ends.
These seem very roomy once they are opened, and opening them is very easy – they can be literally be opened and be fully set up in a minute or two if you don’t want to disconnect one from your car. I have heard that the construction is very basic, and may not last as long as others, especially the molded fiberglass units like Scamps and Casitas.Īliner/Chalet.
Prolite has some nice layouts and some lightweight units, although their ceiling are too low. These seemed pretty expensive for what little you get, and it’s nice to be able to stand up in a camper. I don’t like the kitchen in the rear, because that would make it tough in the rain, especially with high winds, and unpleasant in the winter. Teardrop (not sure of the brand/model, but it was quite attractive to the eye – I only saw it at a campground and then very quickly in a dealer showroom): This had only a bed in the cabin, a low ceiling, and a kitchen in the back. One thing I noticed when comparing small campers lately: These small camper trailers are over 3,500 pound GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating), but worth looking into if you’re in the market for a small pull behind camper. Website: Other Small Camper Trailers to Consider Check out their adventures on Instagram at Vistabule302. At the time, they were towing this small RV trailer with their Subaru. We learned about these cool teardrop trailers camping next to one in Big Bend National Park. Kata and Marina, the owners of the Vistabule teardrop trailer below, were gracious enough to give us a tour.
The Classic teardrop model starts at $21,500 with many of the bells and whistles that customers want in their travel trailer.īased in St. The budget friendly Kestrel camping trailer starts at $7,800 and weighs in at 860 pounds. Timberleaf Camping Trailers offers three models of teardrop trailers. Kait’s aunt and uncle own the Alto R1713 and let us film a walk-through of their teardrop trailer which you can watch below.īased in Grand Junction, Colorado.
The Alto trailer by Safari Condo is by far our favorite teardrop camper.
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