XC Trip with Tent Trailer?
I am in the preliminary stages of planning a cross-country trip for my son and me for Spring 2015 (or maybe even 2016). I thought we'd get a cabover camper for our truck, but apparently Tundras aren't...
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jackquontee wrote:
You may be interested in looking into the Aliner brand of popups. I don't know how well they hold up on a trip of the distance you intend to take but they popup very quickly - within a minute.
I was originally interested in the Quicksilver brand due to weight considerations (at the time I had a 4cyl GMC Terrain) until I saw a YouTube video of the Aliner Scout's set up time, and I was sold!
An Aliner is kind of an in between. I've got a Chalet brand. You do not have to pack and unpack each time. They are built so the bed can stay made and have a few drawers. I keep stuff in rubbermaid bins inside. They can be quickly moved around. I've got a bunk model so there is lots of room under the bed even with half being for the dog's bed.
The setup time that the dealers say is true, once you've figured it out. I think it takes me about a minute to put up the roof and walls.
I tow it with my Ford Ranger. If you get an A frame trailer, I recommend getting a model with the storage box on the front.
The bad thing is that you can't get inside without putting up the roof. But, it only takes a little time to do that.
They aren't spacious inside, but seem roomier than a small Scamp. I think it is the high ceiling.
Have a good trip and have fun.
