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JL7456
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Aug 02, 2017

From Motorhome to Travel Trailer

After four motorhomes beginning in 1979 to the present we are considering switching gears and going to a travel trailer. We are in our mid 70's and are checking out the pros and cons of making the change.

We have been looking off and on for the last two years and at first we thought of a destination trailer or park model which would go to a permanent campsite in our favorite campground. Now we are thinking of going to a new or slightly used travel trailer and move around from campground and also take short trips.

The first thing we need of course is a truck to pull it. I know we should buy the trailer first and then buy the truck required to pull it.
We need advice from the seasoned TT owners on brands and other things to consider and look for before we buy the wrong unit. We like a rear bedroom if possible, a larger shower and a bedroom that you can walk around the bed and a kitchen with storage. Length: 28-32ft, budget $25 to $32K. We have looked at Shasta Revere, Laredo, Rockwood, Wildwood, Puma and Springdale. This would be a couples trailer. Thanks for any help or advice.
  • We went from a motorhome back to a travel trailer. My opinion is that you can find quality travel trailers at just about any reputable dealership. The price ranges are very similar for comparable units across the brands.

    I really enjoy the travel trailer much better, once we get to where we are going. Towing's not bad, no worse than driving the MH pulling a toad. But, I like the fact that we can use every inch of the trailer at the campground. No drivers/passengers seats eating of square footage. I'm towing with a Suburban so, it's not super powerful. I already have a wandering eye for an SUV with the same handling characteristics but a few more horses, probably another Suburban or an Expedition EL.
  • Take a look at the units by Riverside. They have a number of different units and are well built.
  • Northwood products are up there in quality. Check their floor plans. They are heavier than most, that's do to them making their own frames. We have a Grand Design Imagine TT 2150RB and we like it.

    Good luck.
  • We had that same dilemma back around Feb/Mar. We ended up with an Airstream Flying Cloud 23FB and a Ford F-150. Bought the trailer 1 week before buying the truck, picked up the truck 2 days before picking up the trailer.
  • JL7456 wrote:
    After four motorhomes beginning in 1979 to the present we are considering switching gears and going to a travel trailer. We are in our mid 70's and are checking out the pros and cons of making the change.

    We have been looking off and on for the last two years and at first we thought of a destination trailer or park model which would go to a permanent campsite in our favorite campground. Now we are thinking of going to a new or slightly used travel trailer and move around from campground and also take short trips.

    The first thing we need of course is a truck to pull it. I know we should buy the trailer first and then buy the truck required to pull it.
    We need advice from the seasoned TT owners on brands and other things to consider and look for before we buy the wrong unit. We like a rear bedroom if possible, a larger shower and a bedroom that you can walk around the bed and a kitchen with storage. Length: 28-32ft, budget $25 to $32K. We have looked at Shasta Revere, Laredo, Rockwood, Wildwood, Puma and Springdale. This would be a couples trailer. Thanks for any help or advice.


    Sounds like you're looking for our unit!! We have a Keystone Sprinter 300KBS - read bedroom with island king bed, loads of storage, bigger bathroom area with separate toilet room, very large front kitchen with VERY generous storage and counter space - we absolutely love our unit!!

    Wish I could figure out how to post a link or pics, but if you do a quick search for keystone sprinter 300kbs I'm sure you'll find lots of pics and the floor plan. :)

    Celine
  • I agree with Big. Look at the Winnebago Minnie TT line. Not sure the Minnie Plus or Minnie Micro fit your posting.