hybrids that sleep 8-10

phil-l wrote:
I have a Rockwood Roo 25BH; quad bunks in the rear with a front fold-out hybrid bed, plus couch and dinette beds. No slide.

Some thoughts:

- Yes, it's an older model. No one seems to make quad bunk hybrids anymore. Our goal, after several years with a popup: A bed for each kid that doesn't need to become a couch or dinette during the day. Of course, I don't have 6 kids - but it does have a theoretical sleeping capacity is 10, presuming a fair number are kids.

- Its GVWR is 6500, but dry weight is probably within 4500 (sorry, haven't weighed it).

- I got a deal on it ($5000) because it had the infamous soft floor from prior water damage. I'm willing to work on it, so I am happy with it. But I have learned: Hybrid bunk doors leak. The big problem isn't while camping - it's while the unit is stored. In my experience, you *must* have some kind of additional water protection (a cover!) to avoid problems over the winter.

- Pay close attention to your vehicle's realistic tow capacity - and be sure to allow for the weight of passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle. For many larger tow vehicles with a family inside, you'll end up exceeding the rear axle rating before you reach the tow rating. Be safe!

- Our family has been happy with the layout: Good internal storage; decent for meal preparation.

- We have taken bikes inside (we've put 4 between the bunks without problem). Your bike count is bigger than ours!

Thanks Phil very helpful! I’ll look into the rear axle Vs tow capacity thing. I have no idea on that tbh! We have taken into account all the people and our ‘stuff to get our dry weight of about 4500. But not sure about the axle thing. Thankfully we have inside storage for when it’s not in use so water leaks should be less of an issue hopefully! We also are willing to fix things for the right priced camper. Our goal is to just have at least some sort of sleeping spot for everyone without using the floor (or tents)