ricskinner wrote:
We're retired and want to get into travel trailer camping to visit family in LA, MD, MA and National Parks. Considering used/new 22-28 ft ultra-lite TT. Seeking guidance on trailer as well as tow vehicle (do not currently have). Live in MA.
A lot of the decision-making depends on your personality. I think forums attract people who are really into optimizing and even perfecting things. I know I am like that. It's great when it all comes together, but it's an obstacle some times too. Not knowing you, we might want to know your priorities. The bottom line is, it's practically impossible to get it right the first time. OTOH, My parents just went out one day and bought a new TT, and got a lot of enjoyment out of it. It is definitely possible to over think it.
Most people say to decide on the TT first, then buy a suitable TV (tow vehicle). So that's probably good advice, except if have your heart set on a particular size or style of TV. But it's very easy to end up needing a bigger TV if you buy a combo that is near the upper limits of the TV. My first cardinal rule would be to buy more TV than you need. It will make for a MUCH happier experience.
I personally favor buying a used TT to figure things out, then upgrade in a year or two. Used trailers are notorious for leaking as they get older. A good rule of thumb IMO is to buy a three year old RV and sell it when it's eight years old. You get a good value in that range, and then get rid of it when it still looks decent but is getting to be a senior citizen.
