Thetford SmartTote2 LX usefullness

I think a lot of the debate, disagreement, etc, turns on the fact that people camp in different ways and use different methods to accomplish the same thing. Some don't use their shower or toilet at all, instead preferring the facilities at the campground. That's fine if that's what you like to do. For us, the Barker tote is a lifesaver with 3 girls taking showers and grand kids getting baths every day. The Barker tote is a simple solution to the problem of "how to get the water out" and whether you use Aquatainer totes or break down and take you rig to dump, you're accomplishing the same thing in a different way. Personally, I don't care how other people do it but for us, the Barker tote and 60 Gal Waterboy portable water bladder is a lifesaver that we've relied on for years. To me, the Barker tote is so easy to use and tow to the dump station that I don't get the push back on the method. The one member I do understand is the one that said he has a tote and he's never used it and it sits in the garage. No need to own one if you don't need it. Camp the way you like and use what works for you. We're here to give the OP ideas on what works for people and that includes their likes and dislikes.