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Doug1395's avatar
Doug1395
Explorer
May 09, 2017

Jayco 28bhbe or 29bhdb

Well its time to upgrade again . I spent years on hear reading before i even signed up. I thought so many times, never going to happen to me , not doing that ..... just like everyone else i started tent camping then i bought a pop-up then 3 years ago we got a jayco Jay flight 26bh pulling it with a 2012 chevy 1500. Then I bought a 2016 2500 gasser because it just wasn't comfortable pulling on long trips . Bla bla bla
Ok so anyways 26bh is a great camper but long trips or rainy weekends it just two small. Its me and my wife 2 kids 11 and 8 and one big dumb dog. We are looking at the jay flight 28bhbe and the 29 bhdb. Any and all criticism is welcomed because it usually turns out to be spot on. To much weight bad floor plans ? Are biggest wants are more storage for the kids stuff , living room slide (to cramped ) and a bigger shower would be great. thanks
  • Huntindog's avatar
    Huntindog
    Explorer
    May 10, 2017
    Lantley wrote:
    Huntindog wrote:
    I have two bathrooms in my TT. It is one of those things that once you have it, you won't ever want to be without.
    They are somewhat rare though. I am glad to see someone else making one. Maybe there will be several to choose from when it is time for my next TT.

    I have 2 baths and my problem is not with the layout or the bath itself. My issue is with the additional holding tanks. The additional tank maintenance and sewer hose connecting is simply not worth it for me. Instead of having one 1/2 full black tank. You have 2-1/4 full tanks. All of this just for the kids to have their own bath :S.
    The 2nd bath is a no go for me. I removed the toilet and now have a great closet with exterior access. WE have no problem managing with one bathroom.


    It's just DW and I and the Brittanys. Still, it is amazing how often we both use them at the same time. VERY convienient and a time saver. And it is the only way I would consider a mid bath right next to the big bed. One of us can use the rear bath without offending the other in bed.

    And then there is the holding tank capacity. That was huge for us... and the reason I drove from Phoenix AZ to Sylvania OH to get it.
    We do not frequent campgrounds unless we absolutely have to. We much prefer the solitude of being off by ourselves. Remote back country boondocking is our primary way of camping. Some of our trips will see us tucked away far from civilization for 3 weeks straight.
    With 84 gallons of Black and 84 gallons of grey, we can do it comfortably.... That is us, The other side of the coin is I know of people that NEVER use their bathroom... Only the campground facility.. Showers as well.. Kinda makes me wonder why they have a TT,,,, But it's a free country.
  • spoon059's avatar
    spoon059
    Explorer II
    May 10, 2017
    We looked at the 28BHBE when we bought our current camper. The biggest reason that we didn't buy it was heat and AC vents. The bunks in the back don't have any ventilation, especially if you close the blinds. I grew up camping in a bunkhouse without good ventilation... it would get HOT in that bunk in the summer.

    We bought the 29QBS that has a (small) bunk room with an AC and heat vent. That has kept my kids cool in the summer and warm in the winter when we camp.

    I've not seen a 29DHDB in person, but it looks like a nice floor plan... but the bunk situation looks the same as the 28BHBE.

    We have an outdoor kitchen on ours and love it. I thought it was a gimmick at first, and wouldn't have paid extra for it... but now we absolutely LOVE it. We love cooking outside, not getting smells and extra humidity inside. It allows me to cook breakfast and my wife to cook dinner and still socialize with friends and family. The outdoor kitchen allows us to get drinks and fruit during the day without waking the sleeping kids, without letting AC out, without letting bugs in, etc. Its not for everybody, but we were surprised to learn how much we enjoy our outdoor kitchen!
  • Lantley's avatar
    Lantley
    Nomad
    May 10, 2017
    Huntindog wrote:
    I have two bathrooms in my TT. It is one of those things that once you have it, you won't ever want to be without.
    They are somewhat rare though. I am glad to see someone else making one. Maybe there will be several to choose from when it is time for my next TT.

    I have 2 baths and my problem is not with the layout or the bath itself. My issue is with the additional holding tanks. The additional tank maintenance and sewer hose connecting is simply not worth it for me. Instead of having one 1/2 full black tank. You have 2-1/4 full tanks. All of this just for the kids to have their own bath :S.
    The 2nd bath is a no go for me. I removed the toilet and now have a great closet with exterior access. WE have no problem managing with one bathroom.
  • Huntindog's avatar
    Huntindog
    Explorer
    May 10, 2017
    I have two bathrooms in my TT. It is one of those things that once you have it, you won't ever want to be without.
    They are somewhat rare though. I am glad to see someone else making one. Maybe there will be several to choose from when it is time for my next TT.
  • Doug1395's avatar
    Doug1395
    Explorer
    May 10, 2017
    Thank you everyone we also agree that we do not like the second 1/2 bath. I would be much happier withthe floor plan if it was a closet or small over under washer dryer in that space with some shelving. Again i am not aware of any mid to large size campers with a washer dryer. That would've also opened the bunks up a little.
  • Vvvv1010's avatar
    Vvvv1010
    Explorer
    May 10, 2017
    Lantley wrote:
    Of the 2 model listed I prefer the 28BHBE. I think 2 baths are over kill.

    I also prefer the 28BHBE and agree that there is no need for two toilets. The bunks are also positioned to where your children can hang out on them and still watch TV or be part of the living area. Other model, bunks are tucked behind a wall.

    I also like having two doors that lead out. It is easier to load and unload a camper.
  • dolbsss's avatar
    dolbsss
    Explorer
    May 10, 2017
    I'm picking up a Flight SLX 284bhsw on Saturday. Might want to check one out.

    https://www.jayco.com/products/travel-trailers/2017-jay-flight-slx/284bhsw/
  • theoldwizard1's avatar
    theoldwizard1
    Explorer II
    May 10, 2017
    Doug1395 wrote:
    I like the 32 bhds except we do plan on taking long trips and am concerned on it being to heavy with my gasser.

    Too many buyers don't realize how much "stuff" they pack in their TT or TV and therefore, are overweight. Also at 32' it is going to be a challenge getting in and out of some places.

    Just my 2 cents, but think long and hard about that outdoor kitchen. Are your really going to use it ? Extra weight, extra cost, less interior space. I know my family would not use it. I would never watch TV outside, and if I am cooking outside it would be on a grill or maybe a Coleman stove.

    Same with the extra 1/2 bath. Extra weight, extra cost, less interior space.
  • Lantley's avatar
    Lantley
    Nomad
    May 10, 2017
    Of the 2 model listed I prefer the 28BHBE. I think 2 baths are over kill. The bat is OK it's the additional tank I despise. I removed the toilet from my 2nd bath it is now a closet!
  • Doug1395's avatar
    Doug1395
    Explorer
    May 10, 2017
    Yes i have been in both the 29bhdb the door is in the middle so it would be a little easier in that aspect. As far as the slide goes i always get familiar/research my equipment. The 90degree viewing area .... your right but unfortunately i don't think there is a camper in my price range that would have a better viewing area. Have gotten prices with fiberglass sides and quite a few other options in the 23 to 25 range.

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