Do you already own a truck? And do you plan to use it to haul a camper?
Are you set on getting a truck camper, or would you consider a class C or class B, or maybe even a travel trailer?
Renting a truck camper will be difficult to impossible on the East coast.
I do have a 4x4 truck, but it has a relatively short 69" bed so I was giving thought to trading for a longer bed truck. I'll need to look at the difference in roominess inside of campers made for 69" beds and those made for longer beds.
I am open to class C/B - I still have a lot to consider as far as the pros/cons of the different platforms. I don't think I will be happy pulling into a camping spot and sitting under an awning all day. I most likely will be doing a combination of hiking/backpacking where I want the RV to be my basecamp, but also wanting to explore the area by driving to trailheads or other recreation activities. Something with less setup is probably better. Do you have to lower the support stands for a truck camper when you stop for the night or they only used when lifting the camper off the truck?
