Jayco Premier 284bhbe vs Outdoors RV Creekside 27BHS

Jayco would be a good choice, but definitely go with Outdoors RV.

ORV uses the same frame as Nash and are heavy duty off-road construction. Nash has them independently "off-road" certified. Not having a frame built by L*pp**t is a big plus in itself.

ORV has lots of well thought out features throughout. If you looked at one side by side, it'd be clear. If I knew what I know about ORV today, we'd probably have one in our driveway right now.

I think <$30K is realistic for sure. What will be your Tow Vehicle (TV)?

We have a Rockeood Signature Ultralight that we like, but weight was an issue and for the length and weight their may be other options.

Between those two TTs I like the Outdoor RV over the Jayco.

Is the low 30s realistic?

I am not sure about price difference. I do know I did not get the "30% off MSRP " that many on here use as a guide. I believe you may have more room for negotiation with a Jayco vs a Crrekside. Lots and Lots of Jaycos produced. Not near as many Creeksides. As for the AC, we spent one week in LAke Chelan Wa with outside temps ranging from mid eighties to upper nineties. Set thermostat inside to 75 and AC unit worked well. Trailer is very well insulated and I believe a true 4 season construction.

And I think the Outdoors RV model is less expensive than a comparably equipped Jayco Premier. Do you feel that one AC unit is sufficient?

I was in your shoes 4 months ago. Owned a 2004 Jayco Jayflight 27bh 10 years with no problems. We decided to upgrade and I was sure I wanted the Eagle 284bhbe. Went to my dealer who did not have one in stock and wasn't too interested in my trade. I did however see the same floorplan in the Jayflight model. Put off ordering the Eagle and stumbled upon the Outdoor Rv Creekside 27bh. Not knowing anything about Outdoor Rv I did some research and liked what I read. I located a Crrekside 27 BH on a dealers lot not far from my home. Visited the trailer and was impressed. HAd my Jayco dealer had the Eagle in stock and shown a little enthusiasm for my trade, I probably would have just bought the Jayco. I am glad they didn't. I preferred a couple small things on the Creekside such as the small factory solar panel, high pressure hose from tanks to run bbq, liked both sides open into the front bedroom, cable/power for dedicated front bedroom TV vs the swivel model in the Jayco, more counter space in Creekside vs extra pantry in Jayco. We purchased the Creekside 27 Bh back in May. Have spent 20 nights at 5 locations. Very pleased with the Creekside. Only problem to date was a piece of interior wood trim that started to come off. Fixed with a little gorilla glue. Don't think you can go wrong with either but am pleased with my Creekside.

One small note on ORV - My trailer turned out almost a foot and a half longer than the brochure said. (39' actual, 37.5' brochure). Not a big deal, except it won't fit in my driveway until a pour it a little longer.

Also, my actual water volume is 103 gallons per the yellow sticker (and even then I think it holds more). Brochure stated 80.

1 more vote for the outdoor RV. It's a foot shorter which may make a difference in some NP campgrounds and if I'm reading it correctly it has 2 gray water tanks (20 galley and 40 shower?). If dry camping is in your future that would be a big selling point for me. The Jayco does have a nice color scheme though :-) and is very well-known.

Good luck with your choice.

Thanks for posting this. I had never heard of outdoor rv before. I really like the 31kqbh floorplan. Dont usually see a front slide bedroom with a bunkhouse.

The OutdoorsRV is the walkaway winner in my opinion. Solid and quality built. I've been looking at them for a while now. They're heavier than the Lance but less weighty than the Arctic Fox I currently have. All in all, a good solid trailer!

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