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rbpru
Explorer II
Jan 13, 2018

Few short TTs at RV show.

We went to an RV show yesterday and I was surprised that there were very few TTs less than 30 ft. I would say the average was 32 to 34 ft.

There were of coarse a few of the 25 ft. models and also some of the 18 ft. and smaller including the retros but the bulk were 29 ft. or more, island kitchens bunk beds and multiple slides.

I think this indicates the current demographics being younger couples, with kids and the ability to play indoors if necessary. in some cases each bunk had a USB charger built into the wall.

As an oldster I am glad to see young families out of doors. While they may not "camp" the way I do, anytime you can foster a sense of the importance about nature, that is a good thing.

16 Replies

  • coolmom42 wrote:
    I agree. The big push from dealers is towards BIG. Very annoying not to have more selection of small trailers.

    I went to the local show last year. Mostly HUGE 5ers and very large Class A.
  • SugarHillCTD wrote:
    As we think about retirement in a few years we have been starting a search for something just a bit longer than our current RV, a truck camper.

    Our TC has a 60x80 bed and a 4 person dinette. All we want is the addition of a couch in a TT or a 5th.

    We really value a compact RV (coming from a TC) so we don't want a 38' monster. Not easy to find at all.


    I agree. The big push from dealers is towards BIG. Very annoying not to have more selection of small trailers.

    And of course you can tow them with a 1/2 ton.
  • As we think about retirement in a few years we have been starting a search for something just a bit longer than our current RV, a truck camper.

    Our TC has a 60x80 bed and a 4 person dinette. All we want is the addition of a couch in a TT or a 5th.

    We really value a compact RV (coming from a TC) so we don't want a 38' monster. Not easy to find at all.
  • America, where bigger is always better and tow vehicles are getting lighter and shorter...
  • Young families choice but hopefully they understand the larger the TT the fewer government CGs they can use and the more expensive the TV.
  • Our first "real" rv was 21 feet duel axle with real bathroom and was lots of fun. Had it over 20 years. Lots of miles, couple blow outs, bearings etc. Right size to fit most anywhere. Many good times. Finding 5th wheels in smaller sizes also limited, not many choices but they are out there.