Hybrid owner here, from Portland in the PNW. While we have the biggest (aka heaviest) one that was made back in 2007, it has been wonderful for us. We've pulled it all over the west and southwest as well as year round to the coast and interior Oregon/Washington. We have either been lucky or just fortunate, but dealing with the tented ends hasn't been an issue. They dry super fast, so the few times we've closed up to head home and had to reopen them to dry out has been rare, and when we've done so, they tend to dry out in a hour or two depending on weather at home.
We've camped below freezing with no issues. Weather over 100 degrees gets a bit tough, but the AC takes the edge off.
Having a full bathroom and kitchen, place to play games in wet/cold weather is a wonderful thing.
For your truck situation, I'd consider a hybrid. They are a great option for space and weight concerns and not as problematic as some think.
