10 Things I Hate About Teardrop Trailers

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Playing with Sticks

Playing with Sticks

Күн бұрын

From changing clothes in the rain to going to the bathroom at night...You sure you want a teardrop camper? These are the 10 things I hate about teardrop trailers. Teardrop campers are not your typical camping trailer. This is a micro camper that you will either love or hate. I honestly don't know of any camper out there that has just as many negatives associated with it as it has positives. So the question is...Should I buy a teardrop trailer or should I just get a larger RV? Or would I be better off with just a rooftop tent?
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@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
I forgot CAULK! I really don't like caulking trailers. I accidentally left that point out in the edit. Anything else I missed? Always good to hear other opinions on the subject.
@alwaysjoie309
@alwaysjoie309 3 жыл бұрын
I think that happens in all campers though, right? At least on a small camper it’s less space to caulk!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
@@alwaysjoie309 Yes, good point. On traditional campers this is required. But, on fiberglass trailers like a Scamp or some of the offroad trailers with more internal sealing components this is not required. Our next video will be highlighting a tiny fiberglass trailer, which has no need to be caulked. And funny that you mentioned the small size. We were just chatting with someone on here a couple of days ago about this. Due to the shape of the trailer I can actually caulk the large 13' vintage trailer much faster than the little 4x8 teardrop. I never would have guessed that before actually doing it in person.
@paulenright
@paulenright 3 жыл бұрын
Timely point ...caulking 🤔 .Me to. I hate caulking, never remember where I put the gun, what type of caulking to get... yada yada yada That being said, I just finished sealing up the edges of 2008 T/D 5 wide and boy I must say, it look good ... Rather then a straight bead and the old thumb / finger edge clean trick, this time around I did a welded bead dab finish with a matt blk caulk . looks especially good up and over fenders also primed and painted rims black.. boom cheap overlander look, kind of😉. "Myrtle" looks a little tougher sitting in the driveway. Hope all is well, great content, stay safe...📽🎬👍
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
@@paulenright Love that you are sharing this I never thought of doing that. For us what made a huge difference was using blue painters tape instead of the old caulk and drag over with the soapy finger. Also may be why I don't like caulking as much though because I found it slowed down my process. But, the finish now looks straight from the factory. Do you have any place you post photos of your trailer? Would love to see it.
@paulenright
@paulenright 3 жыл бұрын
@@PlayingwithSticks Hi Drew, love to share a pic of Myrtle r u guys on Instagram
@mrdave22
@mrdave22 3 жыл бұрын
the number one thing i hate about teardrop trailers is, I still don't own one
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
I have a feeling this is the best comment we will get on this video! Absolutely love this one.
@richardhouvener6423
@richardhouvener6423 3 жыл бұрын
You are so right! No trailer is the worst thing about having a trailer!
@carolinecorman1716
@carolinecorman1716 2 жыл бұрын
I still really want one.
@mrsMOmiles
@mrsMOmiles 2 жыл бұрын
Same!!!
@hasibebayburt4736
@hasibebayburt4736 2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha love it 😂
@Charsept
@Charsept 2 жыл бұрын
These cons are very minor issues for me, especially considering the climate of my region. Price is really the biggest issue. Always feels like a tall ask for a small unit.
@asheraanrud137
@asheraanrud137 2 жыл бұрын
I worked for a helicopter company that ran tours with the Iditarod dogs, they are bred to just go go go. I think it would be abuse to not let them run their routes they absolutely love it
@chaosncheckt9356
@chaosncheckt9356 3 жыл бұрын
Hit the mark with this one. KUDOs. As we've mentioned, we pull a nucamp and at first there was some concern. Backing up, pulling into crowded gas stations, winter conditions, you name it. True words of wisdom, slow down. We went with the nucamp because we liked to stand when we change our clothes. Late night toilet calls, showers and bathrooms. Things you may not appreciate at first but you will.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
We agree with everything you just said there. I think what held us back originally from a standup camper was two things. Most weigh a bit too much for our 4 cylinder vehicle to tow. And we are willing to sacrifice comfort to have a traditional teardrop. Love the nostalgia factor. But, at some point in time we would love to have something small that we can standup in. Love the Scamp and Vintage trailer, but they are both a little too big for us. That is where these Nucamps fit in. Small, but able to live a normal life.
@pkeeney
@pkeeney 3 жыл бұрын
Man, really loving the format you've grown into, with the info interspersed with the local scene. Keep up the great work!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Patrick. Glad you are enjoying it.
@waynebooze5632
@waynebooze5632 2 жыл бұрын
@@PlayingwithSticks Work on the edits though - splicing sitting down without a mask, then cutting straight to taking off a mask and delivering a line stuck out like a sore thumb! ;)
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 2 жыл бұрын
Haha. Yes I was aware of it when I cut it. I was interrupted to put on a mask. Beings this isn’t Hollywood, I’m completely comfortable with a cut like that. Not trying to sell a fake reality, just trying to drive home a narrative.
@chunhualiao8191
@chunhualiao8191 3 жыл бұрын
I just love your way of talking, gesturing. Very relaxed, friendly style.
@davidhunternyc1
@davidhunternyc1 Жыл бұрын
OMG, my second straight night watching your channel. I live in NYC, in the concrete jungle and I can't escape. I dream about owning a car and getting out to camp. I never even heard the words, "teardrop trailer" until yesterday but, thanks to you, I'm learning so much, especially about how to vacation in minimalist style. I loved your video about the Bean Stock Trailer. Less is more and, also, less to go wrong and less of a headache. If I win the lottery, I want to go camping with you and your family in Alaska. Drew, you're awesome!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks Жыл бұрын
You made our day with this comment! This is exactly why we do this. Like you we had no idea about this lifestyle either. Once we jumped in we had to let everyone know.
@stevek4035
@stevek4035 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the informative videos, always waiting for the next one! As a teardrop owner I carry a pop up shower/bathroom/change room not a big deal really. As you and your family do I have a couple of 10x10 canopies, one for keeping out mosquitoes. And Mother Nature is my kitchen and living room,simplicity at its finest.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
You would make a great camping buddy! When I read posts like this it just feels good to know there are others out there who feel the same way as us.
@momofowen
@momofowen 3 жыл бұрын
Funny you mention the Meerkat because your videos have made me fall in love with mine all over again. I was ready to sell it because the size with my family of 4 was just frustrating me...now I’m reframing to think of it like a teardrop that we can stand up in to change, and with a little more storage, and now I’m putting in the work to get it all organized and geared up for a summer of camping and can’t wait! Thanks for all of your amazing content!
@beautylovewisdom8032
@beautylovewisdom8032 3 жыл бұрын
We are getting our off road teardrop in October (unfortunately a long lead time). Your videos on teardrops are helpful in preparation for it. Thank you for such informative and inspirational videos!
@TheLucian08
@TheLucian08 3 жыл бұрын
We rented a 13’ Scamp last month, and then a large teardrop this past weekend. This video is spot on with so many things. We thought size would be an issue, but it’s not. There may be a permanent teardrop in our future
@expressivepets1
@expressivepets1 2 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU for always getting to the point. I love you and May...and East and baby too. ❤ The Iditarod history and info was very interesting.
@jabbaslilsis
@jabbaslilsis Жыл бұрын
Arkansan here. Lived in North Pole for 4 yrs. Thanks for taking me down memory lane. 😊
@kathypereira9246
@kathypereira9246 3 ай бұрын
Your content and delivery is simply incredible. Thank you.
@Out.on.the.Trails
@Out.on.the.Trails 3 жыл бұрын
My husband and I asked this exact same question today (“should we buy a tear drop or get a rooftop tent?”) as we were heading home from a week long AZ/UT trip with a rental teardrop. Thank you for this timely and thought provoking video! You have the best teardrop videos that are practical and full of info! Love them!
@MothShadow
@MothShadow 2 жыл бұрын
can you share what path you decided, and year later your thoughts / reservations?
@Out.on.the.Trails
@Out.on.the.Trails Жыл бұрын
@@MothShadow We have on order a TC tear drop trailer and hoping it will be ready this Oct. We decided not to get a rooftop bc: too hard to take on and off and we’d get poor gas mileage when we’re not camping (our Jeep is our everyday vehicle too), top heavy especially for our 2door Jeep, and we also hate hearing the wind blow against our tent whereas the teardrop is more quiet. Those were some reasons and not all. Good luck on your decision.
@jerrys2745
@jerrys2745 2 жыл бұрын
Love your channel. I am just about to start my experience with teardrop camping. I have been a tent camper for 40 years now, so hopefully you will save me from making some of the novice mistakes. thx
@sandym4875
@sandym4875 3 жыл бұрын
Great information! Love the views, beautiful!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Sandy!
@frankvazquez4050
@frankvazquez4050 Жыл бұрын
You and your wife made me happy to see that my Toyota Matrix could pull a small trailer if I wanted or needed to. Also you really provide people with an in depth view of how these trailers compare to each other and what it is like to own and use them.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks Жыл бұрын
Glad this was helpful. We miss our Matrix everyday. We had to get a bigger tow vehicle to tow some of the larger trailers on the channel. I have a feeling someday I will pickup a used Matrix again. It was by far my favorite little tow vehicle.
@richardhouvener6423
@richardhouvener6423 3 жыл бұрын
You are 100% right about how backing up a smaller trailer (Casita 17, for me) is harder than a larger trailer. Like you I found that slowing down and making TINY adjustments was the way to go. It's not a race, folks. No one in the campground will be impressed at how fast you back in if you have to do it 27 times. It's much easier on your longevity if you take your time. BTW, I figured out why the name of your channel always gave me a kind of laugh, When I was a kid, we camped in a very large, heavy canvas tent with an exterior pole framework that had to be assembled. Somehow after every trip one or more poles got lost or misplaced so the next time we went out, we (the kids), had to go out in the woods to find "sticks" (branches that could be shaped) to use as poles. Hence "playing with sticks"! It almost got to be a ritual for the family. Funny now, not so much then.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Great points you have here. I also find myself feeling like I need to hurry. But like you said, if I do. I just find myself having to reverse and try again. Every time I just slow it down, the job gets done the first time. Great story about your childhood. It gave me a good laugh. Hoping to provide our boys with some of those inconvenient, but memorable camping moments.
@johnw65
@johnw65 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video and the scenery! I prefer to talk about what I love about my lil trailer and laugh about the challenges rather than go the HATE route. At 72 I gave up tent camping for more security from critters, weather and discomfort. Solar pwr gives me some home comforts when boondocking out in nature. Backing became easier after extending the tongue 5 ft and adding a diamond plate front deck. That cargo space doubled with a 2x4 'back porch' and a 4x5 Roof rack (with a 6x8 awning) Motorcycles in my lil toy hauler/camper adds to the adventure....
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 2 жыл бұрын
This video was a a long time coming. As you may have noticed with the channel we gush over teardrop trailers. Our teardrop is like our third child. This video was more for potential owners. We wanted to give the other side of the argument just to give people a well-rounded understanding of the pros and cons of teardrops. Your set up sounds excellent John. We couldn’t agree more On just what a little extra tongue length can do for backing up
@johnw65
@johnw65 2 жыл бұрын
@@PlayingwithSticks Glad to hear you're a tiny camper lover too. We get to 'camp' while enjoying a good night's sleep... The steel frame/aluminum deck only added a couple hundred pounds and it added a lot of stability! No whipping even in 60mph gusty crosswinds. The add'l 23 sq ft of storage plus the 28 sq ft from the back porch and roof rack is needed with a 24 sq ft camper...
@cameroncowles407
@cameroncowles407 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video, superb Alaska footage too, makes me miss home thanks 🙂
@squeebz
@squeebz 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Drew. Well done, as always.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you.
@alejandrovaldez2620
@alejandrovaldez2620 3 жыл бұрын
Man, your videos are great! Congratulations from Mexico. I have been tent camper since young boy and now I am sharing this great lifestyle with my wife and girls. We are moving to trailer camping and your videos are great inspiration for us. Keep the great work!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Loving hearing that these videos are helpful. Trailer camping is such a blessing when you are raising kids. Don't get me wrong we still take out the tent from time to time. But, nothing beats having everything already loaded in the trailer and you just hook up and go.
@jestruck
@jestruck 2 жыл бұрын
What u getting for Trailer? Im from Mexico too! B regards!
@alejandrovaldez2620
@alejandrovaldez2620 2 жыл бұрын
@@jestruck I designed it by myself. Still in construction but it is inspired in the UEV 440 Conqueror.
@pjf7943
@pjf7943 3 жыл бұрын
More and more, experience campers like yourself, are talking about the realities of camping and vehicles of instead of only 'blue sky' and wishful thinking.. A very good thing, indeed.. While I am out there, whenever, wherever that may be, I am reminded of the fact that it is all work before any pleasure/satisfaction.... and then it's work again to take it all apart.. LOL! I dig those 'booties'.!!!
@TheWayfinder
@TheWayfinder 3 жыл бұрын
You're videos are consistently great content! My biggest pet peeve was changing space as well. Our camper is taller but not comfortable to stand in. The ARB awning and screen room changed the game for us.
@artat777
@artat777 3 жыл бұрын
Your videos are awesome. My wife and I love camping and being outdoors but as we have gotten older the last thing we want to to is sleep on the ground or in the wetness. We live in Florida so the cold is not an issue. But we want to Travel and sightsee. Your videos are helping us plan ahead. We are shopping for a camper now and may go With a Runaway camper. The
@mixflip
@mixflip 3 жыл бұрын
When I see snow...I say no to tents. But I do like the speed and ease of a rooftop tent (in the summer lol) I like truck campers but I hate that I have to buy an expensive F250 because most trucks have a 1500lb payload like a tundra....and that gets maxed out fast. Of course I could use a pop-up but my wife prefers a regular camper. Great video!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Everything you said is our thoughts exactly. There always seems to be some sort of trade off when purchasing a camper. Maybe even a year or two ago I thought I could find the perfect camper that would do it alll. But still on a budget a as me use our daily commuter. So far I don’t think that’s possible. But it’s fun trying to find it!
@TJackSurvival
@TJackSurvival 2 жыл бұрын
Hey man this is a great channel and I’ve subbed. Hard work, well done
@rufuspipemos
@rufuspipemos 2 жыл бұрын
You have the best channel about teardops on KZfaq.
@stephaniewakeham4131
@stephaniewakeham4131 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video! I've been tossing up whether or not to buy one for so long! I fully understand racing to the coffee shop 😁 nothing better than a good coffee and something to eat when it's cold!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Stephanie! Getting the coffee after our camping trips has now become almost part of the routine. I wish I never created it this new routine. I find myself breaking camp early on the last day just to make sure I get to a local shop while they are still open. Half the time I get there and they are closed anyway.
@robincrook5630
@robincrook5630 3 жыл бұрын
@@PlayingwithSticks LOL, same for me. The only thing is, that I've worked so hard to perfect my camping coffee routine, I seek out the cute, local coffee shops, often only to discover that I wished we ate and had MY coffee back at camp. I bake too, so even that sets the bar pretty high when we visit such places. But I still look for them.
@jasbradley128
@jasbradley128 3 жыл бұрын
new to the channel and recent subscriber. Me and the wife are getting a bit older and the tent camping we have done for the past 20 years has lost some of its appeal. Between the inflatable deflating at 2am with a rock between your shoulder blades and the easy heat loss during the winter months we are on the lookout for a good off road teardrop. Thank you for the videos, they are awesome and very well done!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
I think you’re going to like the Avenue you’re pursuing. It will still give you that close to nature feel, but the nice creature comfort‘s from home. I think it’s a great blend. And the beauty of the off-road Teardrop, besides many of them being built to last for a lifetime, they are built to get you anywhere. Which is nice because it means you can get to all your favorite camping sites you’ve been going to. Once you start narrowing down your choices we’d love to hear what you’re looking at. Always fun to know what people are considering.
@martykong3592
@martykong3592 3 жыл бұрын
KUDOS and thanks MUCH for another great honest share! Love seeing you and pix of growing family too! My they are getting BIG!:) All the BESt to you and family from WA / PNWEst, Cheers and take care! :)
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Marty! We are getting really excited to make it down to your neck of the woods this summer. Hope all is going well for you!
@CH-vh8kg
@CH-vh8kg 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks that was a really good informative video
@brunoethier896
@brunoethier896 3 жыл бұрын
Well, we're used to camping in tent and backpacking, so our experience might be very positive even with the 3 kids. I'm putting the fiberglass on my DIY squaredrop this week, I'll let you know how it goes. 😉
@leeharper8363
@leeharper8363 2 жыл бұрын
I lived in Girdwood in the '80s. Beautiful place, cool people and lots to do outside.
@kytacomaguy
@kytacomaguy 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video !! You do a great job with your videos......
@bucktalesoutdoors7566
@bucktalesoutdoors7566 3 жыл бұрын
Great video as always Drew and some good points for anyone thinking about a teardrop to consider. Thanks
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks guys. I appreciate the feedback. That was the aim of the video. I realized I have shared snippets here and there about what we don't like, but we have never put it into one formal video. It's tough making that decision on what trailer is right for you. And today, with these rapidly increasing trailer prices, I think that decision really requires a bit more time and information than it used to. Hope all is going well for you. I bet the spring fishing is starting to ramp up down there.
@bucktalesoutdoors7566
@bucktalesoutdoors7566 3 жыл бұрын
Spring has sprung and our ice is gone a little earlier than normal and time for open water fishing is here but unfortunately for me no kayaking until June as I recover from some surgery( no big deal just can’t lift anything or drag anything ) , but I’ll hit the shore and do some bank fishing like the good old days.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
@@bucktalesoutdoors7566 Glad to hear you will be recovered by June. We are starting to do a lot more bank fishing lately, due to having the boys. I am finding I really missed it. Go get some big ones for us. As I don't think we will be fishing for quite a while. Winter doesn't want to let go this year in Alaska.
@g02n2
@g02n2 3 жыл бұрын
A great way to do a "top 10" - keep changing it up with some great locations and history.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed this! Thanks for the feedback.
@angeltrujillo5351
@angeltrujillo5351 2 жыл бұрын
Super helpful. Didn’t talk me out my interest in one so thats a good sign!!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you’re one of us! Welcome to the club.
@BJ_PLATZ
@BJ_PLATZ Жыл бұрын
I’m new to teardrop campers and so appreciate your video sharing and experience (thank you). What do you keep in the bullet storage on top your car? It would be great to see how everything is packed!
@dhrtiwalter8670
@dhrtiwalter8670 11 ай бұрын
Wow look at that flowing river!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 11 ай бұрын
I’m not sure which scene you are referring to. But my guess is that you’re looking at the background near the end of the video. Crazy as this sounds, that is the ocean. It’s pretty wild for people who haven’t been to Alaska. Not the ocean. most people are used to seeing. It’s even crazier when you get up to places like Barrow.
@jenniferstewarts4851
@jenniferstewarts4851 3 жыл бұрын
I think the best way a person can look at it is.. A teardrop can be a modular base that you can grow on as needed. it can act as a quick bedroom point that you can drive out to the lake for barbecues and such... Or it can be the "center point" with side access, back access, and even wrap around tents... Its all based on what you need and want. you can even set up "attached bthrooms" with outside showers, toilets, etc in a side mount tent that you can access from the inside or out (if your trailer has twin doors). You are worried or have problems with condensation? ceiling fan. Problems with excessive condensation in the winter? Shift from a propane heater to a diesel heater. Your teardrop is your bedroom, and an outdoor kitchen/barbecue for many things thats all you are going to need. People also seem to talk about "oh you can't always just pull over and set up on the side of the road." but the truth is, in the vast majority of situation, you can't do that with a full sized trailer either. sure you can "urban boondock" in some cases, but the truth is, if you're to tired to drive, just pulling into a rest area and taking a nap, in the back of your teardrop is often easier then trying to get the hacks down, and slides out on your Truck bed rv or such.
@getlosttoday4045
@getlosttoday4045 3 жыл бұрын
Hate to say it but Drew you have a calming voice on all your videos.
@maykouhansen6713
@maykouhansen6713 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! I don’t like that I have to go outside first thing in the morning if I want coffee. Sometimes you just want to take it slow in the camper and sip your coffee, you know?
@mark-di5pf
@mark-di5pf 3 жыл бұрын
Like always, great video. totally agree on the galley and the bathroom points. While my kids were growing up we had a beautiful boat with a galley and a head. We never used the galley and always cooked outside and never used the head because, lets be honest, those systems are gross! Fighting wind and rain are the only challenges in my experience with Bean. You can totally mitigate that with a good annex and some coverage around the galley.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Mark. One thing we accidentally left out in the edit was caulking the trailer. So simple, but gets old doing it every year. That is one of the many things I think a Bean trailer has going for it. Just one less thing to maintain. And bigger than that one less thing to be worried about when camping and that is "will water get into my trailer?" As you know I love a traditional teardrop, but the more we use ours the more we wish ours was constructed with fiberglass. Yes, it wouldn't be traditional, but the design still looks traditional and we are more than fine with that.
@mark-di5pf
@mark-di5pf 3 жыл бұрын
@@PlayingwithSticks I was going to respond "not on Bean" to your caulking statement! :)
@andrewcairns7185
@andrewcairns7185 2 жыл бұрын
Loving your channel. I've been building a TD trailer off and on for a few years. Your vids have rekindled my enthusiasm and desire to make it happen. Thanks for providing excellent content that is relevant and well produced.
@yari722
@yari722 3 жыл бұрын
I have a teradrop standy 5 x8. (the standy part inside is like 5'8 highest point) i just love it. Is simple and you still feel like camping. Has a little kitchen, and a tiny space even with the bed open for a portable toilet. Everywhere i go ppl want to see it. Its the best. I agree with tou when you say its a step up from car camping or tent. Yayy teardrops... 👍❤️💕...
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
That sounds lovely! 5'8 would be more than enough for us. Even 5' would feel amazing! Thanks for sharing.
@kchara7078
@kchara7078 2 жыл бұрын
Just found this. Like the fact that you're in Alaska and discussing winter camping. I'm in Wyoming: been to Alaska on a cruise and I'm in awe. 10Q ;)
@alfaholic3
@alfaholic3 Жыл бұрын
I love these things and after 20 years camping in a swag and sleeping on the ground this would be like a 5 star hotel but you can't carry it with you when you are hiking. I have been thinking about building one for many years now i just think they are the coolest things ever don't really care if there are better options lol.
@theroaminrascals
@theroaminrascals 2 жыл бұрын
"Mask on or shove off" ?... Wow, great customer service.
@tracylynnoconnor106
@tracylynnoconnor106 2 жыл бұрын
Isn't it? How great that they protect their customers.
@micahiscool7441
@micahiscool7441 3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Micah! That means a ton to us.
@sierramantrvlnus
@sierramantrvlnus 3 жыл бұрын
Number one issue! Is definitely changing of clothes. I have outdoor gear for high winds and rain, and going number 2 without a shelter isn't much fun either. But I am surely the king of I don't care just get it done it's only water. Haha! Great video!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! I think going down to the lower 48 this summer we are going to have to relearn some of our camping techniques. Especially when it comes to hard rain and winds. It really isn't something we battle up here.
@sierramantrvlnus
@sierramantrvlnus 3 жыл бұрын
I'm sure you will enjoy your trip down here. There is a lot to explore if given enough time.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
@@sierramantrvlnus Time will be something I think we may have a lot of. With us being forced to move through Canada so quickly we will have a lot more time near the coast.
@cheryllapham6279
@cheryllapham6279 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, yes, yes on dressing in a teardrop. I forgot my privacy tent this week and had to wriggle out of wet clothing lying down. Ugh. I’d add how quickly a teardrop gets messed up. Because I’m sleeping in the middle of my ‘everything else’ space, I usually end up sharing the bed with my plastic shoe box, phone charger cord, extra pillows, blankets, and coats, possibly a heater or a dog and all her stuff. It always feels disorganized.
@gtrance3567
@gtrance3567 9 ай бұрын
Nice video. Question: how do these little trailers get power? Thank you.
@uweschroeder
@uweschroeder 3 жыл бұрын
A lot of valid points. Some I don't think necessarily apply to many people though. For example the whole changing clothes issue: your trailer is really tiny, particularly in height. Mine is about 6 feet tall, so you have a lot of room in there to do acrobatics. I generally don't do acrobatics because I'm European - so I just change outside and if someone happens to see me: look away if you're embarrassed or say hello - I'm ok with either. Condensation definitely is an issue in cold climates. I've only had it on occasion on december trips, but northern CA is not very cold in winter so we're talking 50s, not 20s. It's something you can overcome when you throw money at it: a propex or webasto ducted heater and double pane windows will take care of it if you're willing/able to spend the 4 digits on it. The top 4: Size. Mine is a Nucamp T@G Boondock (with a bunch of changes and upgrades), but the inside size is very comfortable for 2 and even still good for 3 adults. It's essentially a king bed and galley on wheels. #3 Comforts: I think in my case the biggest comfort is the heater and the electric fridge: both make for a pleasant off-grid experience. A teardrop is essentially a bed in a tent on wheels. Much more comfortable than a tent - you have as good a mattress as you want. For us that was the idea: we got too old to crawl into tents and sleep on a skinny pad on the ground - this is a real bed. #2 cooking outside. There's plus and minus things to it. I prefer outside unless I have a big A class with a full kitchen and mostly a range hood vented outside. In anything smaller than 30+ feet it stinks up the place so cooking outside it a plus .... unless you're camped in 35 mph winds in the desert when the sand goes everywhere. That's the days/nights to a) eat a energy bar while b) break camp and head for Las Vegas. #1 lack of bathroom. That may be an issue depending on where you go. Personally I have no problem to bring a chemical cassette crapper or even the solidifying crap into a bag over a bucket bags from Walmart and other places. In a location where pack in, pack out includes human waste any of these are a must. Otherwise a nicely dug foot deep hole behind a cactus will spurt new growth (dig deep and take the toilet paper with you - TP has no business outdoors, bring a plastic bag for that.). In summary: a teardrop is the type of amenity that is a huge step up from tent camping but still forces you to be out in nature. Why go "camping" when all you do is sit inside your 40 footer A class listening to the hum of the dishwasher while watching satellite TV? In that case, save yourself $200k and stay home.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
This is the type of post we were hoping to get on here. I think a lot of people will benefit from this comment Uwe. When deciding on what trailer fits your lifestyle it is hard to make that decision just from listening to a sales rep. Always nice to hear from actual folks in the community. And that is a great point about the larger RVs. Like you, we have had good cooking experiences in our family's very large trailers. But when traveling in something like a Casita or Scamp we just didn't find it enjoyable at all.
@david-marynoll5699
@david-marynoll5699 3 жыл бұрын
This past winter we added a Foxwing with 2 sides and a larger changing room to our 5x9 teardrop. Since my camping season is late April through October condensation isn't a real problem. Our changing room has a Nemo pump shower setup and we keep a small portable potty in it.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
That awning and changing setup sounds great. We have often thought the two room instant up shower tents would make a great side entry. One side could be used for showering and the toilet and the other side for lounging. Thanks for sharing this David. Would love to see pictures of your setup sometime. I can kind of picture it in my head, but not quite.
@david-marynoll5699
@david-marynoll5699 3 жыл бұрын
@@PlayingwithSticks, I'll send you some pictures when I take it out of winter storage.
@cliffwendy3765
@cliffwendy3765 2 жыл бұрын
Still love my Alto 1713. Teardrop plus full standup and bathroom. No problem with food smells, we still cook outside as often as possibles.
@karenfife-rapp6321
@karenfife-rapp6321 3 жыл бұрын
Please tell me about your side tent. This one doesn’t seem to appear in your side tent video from a few years ago. I LOVE my classic style 2008 my Cozy Cruiser! But I need a side tent
@ErikvanBeekUSA
@ErikvanBeekUSA 2 жыл бұрын
We just sold our full size RV for one of the reasons you alluded to - temptation to stay inside, cook inside, etc.. Now debating options that offer a warm dry place to sleep for a family of 4 and space for all the gear.
@francesfarmer736
@francesfarmer736 2 жыл бұрын
My husband and I are really not campers but these teardrops make sense to me ……I would rather enjoy the outdoors than be confined inside, I only ask for a comfortable place to sleep out of the elements, I love outdoor cooking, food tastes better, that’s what camping is all about…….Thankyou for this video
@LolganSaucey
@LolganSaucey 2 жыл бұрын
I’m 6’7 can’t wait to see how this turns out
@genericwatcher2439
@genericwatcher2439 2 ай бұрын
Great video, thanks. I miss my 17 foot travel trailer, it was big enough to stand up in, had a full bathroom and kitchen, queen sized bed and table, but was also small enough that it was easy to tow. I hate my 30 foot trailer, getting gas, traffic around cities, etc... just so stressful, not worth the stress. I keep looking at teardrops, but spending $10-20k on something this small, just keeps me going WHAT, HOW does it cost that much...
@Tx2Stepn
@Tx2Stepn 3 жыл бұрын
The price. Yep that's it. That's why my hubby built his own. He loves it!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Congrats to your husband. That is such a great achievement.
@kevchard5214
@kevchard5214 3 жыл бұрын
I hear the same questions about my teardrop and I tell everyone all are fallacies not truths. I have a flexible awning on mine with zip out walls so I don't need the separate tent. I also built mine with a raised floor so I have more storage than I need under the bed with outside access doors.I had condensation problems at first but once you learn venting this goes away. I have owned many campers from pop ups (which I learned to hate) to 23ft campers (which always had something broke) but I will never go back now that I have my teardrop. I tell everyone if you don't want to be outdoors while camping stay home.
@nutthrower4415
@nutthrower4415 3 жыл бұрын
Your such a natural in front of the camera , easy to listen to. We are seriously talking on getting our first teardrop. We are liking to keep it under $10k We like what you show driving around , seems very simple and bare necessities which is what we have decided on. We don’t need a cooking gallery, with sink, water etc. but I would like it to be more overland going then just streets. Any suggestions on where we could start or are we barking up the wrong tree 😆 thanks, have really enjoyed your channel
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Love questions like these! Okay, first I like to tell folks that you really don't need as much clearance as you think. The main thing you need to remember is you can only get over objects that are smaller than your vehicle or trailer's lowest points. What I find is that most people's tow vehicles are the limiting factor, not their trailers. Our trailer has about 12" of clearance and that gets us to about 90% of our favorite destinations in Alaska. So yes, we suggest an overland build, but not going too crazy in terms of clearance. Most of them are much higher than you need and are just turning your camper into a sail to catch wind :) Okay, I am exaggerating a bit. But, don't get too caught up in the height. For under $10K my first thought is typically a Runaway camper or Hiker Trailer. Now this isn't a teardrop, but a squaredrop. Some folks don't like the look of a squaredrop compared to a teardrop, but most of the squardrops are more practical. Meaning you get more volume in the cabin due to the lack of sloping walls, less issues with moisture because they use aluminum instead of stick builds. And many of them can support a rooftop tent. Like you we like the simple trailer. We are interested in trying out a model with all the bells and whistles. But at the moment I think we don't realize we are missing out on anything. We seem to have all we need. At $10K you are just near the range of getting a locally built trailer. This is typically the route I suggest people going. Nice to support a local small business and they tend to be able to give you more custom build options. So I would do a google search and see if you have any manufacturers in your neck of the woods. It is hard to find teardrop trailers under 10K these days. One I know of is tiny trailer company. Their trailer is very similar to ours www.tinycampercompany.com/upgrades-3. I don't know anything about their build quality or story, but I LOVE their prices! Hope this gives you a place to start.
@nutthrower4415
@nutthrower4415 3 жыл бұрын
@@PlayingwithSticks thanks so much for getting back. I’ll take your advice and do the google search, also we have looked on KZfaq at those you suggested and don’t have any issues with a square back. Thanks again and keep those videos coming 😉👍
@YahshuaLovesMe
@YahshuaLovesMe 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I like the teardrops best, accept for the attention they draw... For traveling, but the larger teardrops are great for next to the house, for an art studio or just a private place. But were I to have to live in a park, or travel to and from parks to parks, I'd pick a 17fter. Maybe a truck with a Bigfoot camper, plus a 17 foot or less camper travel trailer.
@CarolsCurrentObsession
@CarolsCurrentObsession 3 жыл бұрын
Fair question ~ you said it doesn't bother you to go potty outside, but does it bother May? Maybe I'm just a wussy old woman, but I wouldn't want to be doing business out in the weather, and when we were younger, I recall camping trips being postponed for that monthly thing, because it was a serious hassle to deal with in the woods. And if you don't bury it properly, you'll have animals.....generally unpleasant ones like bears and wolves. (Well, in Idaho, anyway.)
@joycejohnson1396
@joycejohnson1396 3 жыл бұрын
Had a pop up I liked it but it was getting to hard for me to pop it up. Miss it good video. Hope all of you are doing good.
@erichicks6713
@erichicks6713 2 жыл бұрын
I love Alyeska. Have been there a few time. Stayed at Bud and Carol's bed and breakfast. Not sure if it's still around since Bud passed.
@juanpinto5743
@juanpinto5743 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Hope your family is doing well since I don’t think I’ve seen them in the latest videos. How do you choose which of your trailers you’re going to use? Does it depend on the place, or the road, or if the kids are coming? You seem like a pretty pragmatic person so I’m sure you have a good reason to have more than one.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes, the family is doing great. Since we started this channel from October to April you see very little of the family. And that is a combination of a few things. May only likes doing 2-3 winter trips a year. Which is awesome, because she used to not like them at all. But, the biggest factor is camera batteries. So even if they are with me I mainly film myself. Because in the cold if I was to film their activities and what they are doing I run out of batteries before I even have the chance to get to my video points. Shipping lithium to Alaska is impossible. So crazy as it sounds we shoot all our videos using only two small camera batteries. Lot of recharging when camping. BUT, when I flew down to San Diego I was able to bring 4 batteries back with me! As for trailers we have always been in the hunt for the perfect trailer. And so far we can't find one that does it all. So for us we like to have one 13' trailer and one teardrop at all times. The teardrop is our main trailer as it is the lifestyle we prefer the most. The Vintage trailer is more for when we go out camping with friends. Makes kind of a nice central location for our tent camping buddies to utilize. We also use it on trips longer than 1 week where we plan on only staying at a site one night and moving one. The teardrop is best for multiday camping, but for just showing up to the site, going to sleep, and heading out quickly the next morning we prefer the vintage. And then last we like to ensure we give the best possible information we can to the community. And that means trying different styles of trailers, gear, etc. We would feel awful recommending something to everyone to later find there was a better option out there. This is one of the main reasons we always have our eye out for finding a new trailer.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Oh and the vintage trailer really wasn’t a pragmatic purchase. It was more of a desire to take on a project. Up front I knew it was impractical, but I couldn’t talk myself out of it 😂
@bmchils
@bmchils 2 жыл бұрын
Drew, love the video and the content, in the last scene, you are in your garage and noticed it looks like you have some kind of fabric on your cabinets instead of doors, can you give me the details, I like the idea
@alwaysjoie309
@alwaysjoie309 3 жыл бұрын
Loved the style of video and that you included the history lesson of the dog sled race. Do you still have your Scamp? I haven’t seen it in a while but you talked about it in this video.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately no Scamp. At the current moment buried in snow outside we have a 13' Vintage Shasta Compact, a Cargo Trailer we are excited to show everyone, and our teardrop in the garage. We still get to play in people's Scamps from time to time when we are out camping. Great little trailers!
@alwaysjoie309
@alwaysjoie309 3 жыл бұрын
Playing with Sticks Can’t wait to see the cargo trailer! I joke that I want to start a camper collection. I love my Scamp but also dream of having a canned ham, and lately I have loved the overlanding box tear drops. But I don’t want to get rid of my vintage Scamp so I think I would have to just start a collection! 😂
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
@@alwaysjoie309 Seriously it is a slippery slope! We can't get enough. If Alaska had more trailers to buy we would be in trouble. I told May if we buy one more we will have to start living off-grid or we will become "that neighbor." Haha.
@zone4garlicfarm
@zone4garlicfarm 2 жыл бұрын
Teardrop campers are awesome if you're a dwarf. Most of them have 6'0" long interiors which isn't enough to lie down and stretch out. I can't sleep with my head and feet against the end walls. A Prius with the passenger side seats folded down has more sleeping space.
@mikemead2315
@mikemead2315 3 жыл бұрын
Ha! Yeah! Changing cloths in a low cramped space gets old after awhile! One of my first purchases was a pop-up shower tent with its instant up and 7 foot ceiling.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Big fans of the pop-up shower tents as well. They serve so many purposes.
@robincrook5630
@robincrook5630 3 жыл бұрын
Ha, ha, my husband heard me listening to this video and said "SEE? I told you we don't want a teardrop trailer!" Actually, he would prefer we do not tow anything. My 1999 Ford Ranger extend cab is off road packaged and it is set up such that it can tow something. But frankly, the 3.0L V6 is slow enough on its own. The more I see your videos on tiny trailers, the more I feel maybe an upgrade on our truck bed topper (bought it with one already, and its not a good one) is the way to go. We just finished camping up in the Sawtooth Recreation Area, Idaho (Alturas lake, to be specific), and fortunately I opted to bring our Spring bar tent (for 4) instead of sleeping in the back, because turns out there is a fantastic campground that is "tent only". Since you cannot park your vehicle right up to your site, sleeping in something other than a tent would have barred us from this great spot. It is not high fly fishing time in mid-June, but most of the boondocking along the river (and some creeks) means you are neck and neck with fishermen who have whopping RVs and other trailers of that nature. We had a quiet, private site, and even with one night of 30mph plus wind gusts, our tent and triangle tarp held up well and was protected by some small pines. As for the indoor sink, toilet, etc....heck, if I needed all of that, I would stay home! Yes, sometimes its a real pain to prep, cook, and clean in the great outdoors, but eh, we survive. And I can say that, because 99.999% of the planning, prepping, cooking, and cleaning is done by me. Hubby remembers his camera and fishing gear and that's all he can do, ha. Love your videos and I quote them often when I'm telling my husband about what I'm going to do differently on our "next" trip. Take care!
@bishopkinlyside8477
@bishopkinlyside8477 8 ай бұрын
Hi, I have a teardrop camper. I think it is ideal for me here in Australia, especially I am wheelchair bound with a amputee right leg above. The knee is awesome for me to actually just go up to the side of the teardrop open the door pivot around and I’ll get an instant bed having a extra. Room for showering and porta. Potty is a great idea. Most of the places I go are all great, and I’m now only one there, so it doesn’t matter if I get dressed in the middle of nowhere. They certainly are some things that you might hate, but I think my like out why everything that I dislike about the teardrop camper.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 8 ай бұрын
We are right with you. Teardrop is always our number one choice. This was just a video to show the balance side of the argument because all our other videos are 100% teardrop love.
@larrytucker222
@larrytucker222 3 жыл бұрын
Looked at a Pee Wee teardrop last week. Several sizes / many options (including toilet room). Probably the best teardrop for the price. Out of TN. I am a prior Runaway owner.
@grandinfinite5921
@grandinfinite5921 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I was looking at tear drops & leaning towards Timberleaf. After my ideal built? The price was very reasonable. Going with Timberleaf.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this. I love hearing from people why they chose their trailer. What drew you to Timberleaf over the other brands? Are you from Colorado?
@bobw9297
@bobw9297 3 жыл бұрын
Your trailer looks like it needs some love , I agree with what you are saying up until the tolet .
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Boy does it! We actually had a segment about that in this video, but edited it out due to the video getting too long. This comment gives me a great place to talk about it. We are currently in the process of doing an overhaul to the camper. Because we made that decision about a year ago, we have kind of let her go. Basically spent all our time fixing up two other trailers. And then winter showed up. Typically we wash the trailer on the road before getting home. But, this time of year our caulking starts getting brittle so we stick to hand washing the trailer. And you can imagine what that is like at -10 or colder. So for the last two trips I didn't wash her. Again, I think this is because in the back of my mind I knew I would be taking off all the trim, replacing the diamond plating, repainting the painted sections, etc. We are even doing a bit of a cosmetic overhaul on the cabinets inside and the galley. And I am really due for some gas springs on the galley. And yes, I think our toilet stance puts us in the minority of folks. I think most people enjoy an indoor toilet from what we have gathered through the comments.
@WildcatPhoto
@WildcatPhoto Жыл бұрын
The only problem I have is getting cold, but I use a 12 volt throw. I open the top vent for safety, and condensation on the windows happens anyway. If I have to get out in the night, brrrr. By time I get my shoes on, all the cold air is in. And once after I'm settled, I have to take the dog out for a bit. But we survive it. That's my only dislike about a teardrop. I doubt I would use it in snow on the average, so in winter, I stay on the west side of the Cascades. Being 30 miles from the coast, I wait for a semi-good weather report, jump in and go. I'm sure my dog thinks I'm crazy.
@SHTFchef
@SHTFchef 2 жыл бұрын
When my kids were little we had a 28ft Winnebago with a full kithchen. I almost never cooked inside preferring to use the camp stove outdoors.
@leannejergensen7940
@leannejergensen7940 3 жыл бұрын
What side tent did you purchase?
@jonellesandel1066
@jonellesandel1066 3 жыл бұрын
Hiker trailer-it’s a square drop and awesome!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing Jonelle. Love the squaredrops.
@ogghostprepper9138
@ogghostprepper9138 Ай бұрын
We just bought a 2017 Riverside Retro Jr (509) for $6800 Canadian dollars. It's mint, looks brand new. No water damage, no gravel rash or blemishes.
@marvindoolin1340
@marvindoolin1340 3 жыл бұрын
We had a Little Guy we pulled behind two different Subaru Foresters. It was really too heavy for either. We made the mistake of putting bikes on a trailer hitch mount, and they broke it. We bought several attachments for being able to stand while changing, and I designed and built two myself, but we were never happy with them. We eventually switched to pulling it with a Ranger -- much more successful -- but we gave up on it after about three camping seasons. The experience of sleeping in it was very nice, though.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this.
@toddcox1942
@toddcox1942 3 жыл бұрын
We feel the bigger kids and gear thing so hard. We're gonna get one of the big suckers from Bend teardrops -- still teensy compared to most campers.
@lizosaurusrex
@lizosaurusrex 3 жыл бұрын
Hey I have a Bend Teardrop trailer! Classic design and bargain price for a decent quality build, compared to big name & fancy-looking trailers. My 10' with solar, 12v power hookup, 10-speed fan, cargo box and some other bells and whistles came out to
@estilodevidaoverland
@estilodevidaoverland 5 ай бұрын
Amazing video! thanks! i folow your chanel! from Brasil!
@teardropcamperaustralia
@teardropcamperaustralia 7 ай бұрын
Teardrop caravans offer affordability without compromising quality. They provide an excellent way to explore without breaking the bank.
@eda7875
@eda7875 3 жыл бұрын
You get most of the pros of tent camping plus the comforts of a trailer. I agree with you, and thats why we are going teardrop. Biggest thing is that night time sleep to fully enjoy the day. Weve been tent camping for years and we know we dont care about cooking outside or going to the bathroom. In fact I prefer going to the bathroom "al fresco" even when campgrounds have bathrooms. Roof top tents are just tents on a roof top. You dont get the benefits of having solid walls, or the same wind protection. People dont realize these things because imo they have not camped much. Weve been through all, wind storms in the mojave, snow in the eastern sierras, and a massive rainstorm in big sur. Our REI tent survived it all, but we barely got any sleep. And cleaning everything after rain/snow. What a pain. Sure an RV, or big trailer is the ultimate comfort. But, is it camping at that point? A teardrop with a RTT sounds nice though. You have the option of sleeping up there when the weather is nice, or it offers space for the kids!
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, the cleaning and ensuring everything is dry after a storm is what really wears us out over time. That was our hesitation with a pop-up. Love the feel, but don't like popping something up again when we get back home. And you nailed it with the teardrop with RTT. That is the route we are moving towards. May and I both agree that the teardrop is our favorite camper at the moment, but miss the tent at times. We thought the combo of the two would be the best of both worlds for us. And like you said the RTT would make a great fort and sleeping area for the boys.
@hatersgotohell627
@hatersgotohell627 2 жыл бұрын
If you use a side tent for it does the ac or the heater enough to keep the temperature of the tent good as well or no
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 2 жыл бұрын
It actually does surprisingly well. There is a new trailer manufacturer out of Utah. They actually added a port on their trailer so the heater and ac can push out into the side entry that is built onto the trailer. Pretty neat design. One of these days we will post that video. I shot it when I was at an Outdoor Expo in Utah.
@mariejames9705
@mariejames9705 3 жыл бұрын
The "mask on or shove off" sign XD
@susanchapman4231
@susanchapman4231 3 жыл бұрын
I would love one! My husband doesn't camp. Theres a whole list of reasons he gives. I enjoy the outdoors, and like getting off the ground. The cost is what keeps me without one.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
The cost is a tough one. Have you two ever looked into used pop-up trailers. I think it is a great trailer for couples that have different needs. The canvas makes one of you feel like you are sleeping close to nature, while the amenities makes the other feel close to home. So far for us the pop-up has been the best of both worlds. And what I really like about these is the price for used models.
@LDaw_96
@LDaw_96 3 жыл бұрын
I have the same problem. A husband miss-match on the outdoor. He’ll talk RV as long as he can just sit inside the whole time.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
@@LDaw_96 You know though I would take this mismatch any day over a spouse who won't go out at all. But, I do see your point that it would be nice if you both had the same vision for how you stay outdoors.
@sunnyscott4876
@sunnyscott4876 3 жыл бұрын
I also have a husband who refuses to go camping. I love it. I have gone the whole route. I'm a 72 year old lady. I've done tent camping, went to a pop-up, got a van that I loved. Now I am thinking about going back to tent camping again. If it weren't for the prohibitive price, one of these things might not be bad. For an overnight at the state park.
@susanchapman4231
@susanchapman4231 3 жыл бұрын
@@PlayingwithSticks I do have a popup. Older one. Really more than I need. I hope to use my van for longer trips. I got lots of plans!
@jenniferchilton-kauffmann6280
@jenniferchilton-kauffmann6280 3 жыл бұрын
I love your commentary! I own a teardrop too, and I have a single difficulty. Cooking in my galley in weather and especially wind! I’ve been experimenting with tents to block wind. It’s an adventure in itself.
@carldanelaubscher1489
@carldanelaubscher1489 3 жыл бұрын
you get wrap around tents, with floors
@carldanelaubscher1489
@carldanelaubscher1489 3 жыл бұрын
JETSTREAM XT DELUXE have a look, you can have them made
@JK-ep9bz
@JK-ep9bz 3 жыл бұрын
Lol, I have been building the same teardrop for about 7 years on and off. I recently got the itch to finish it. The whole changing clothes and having to pee when it rains area concern, but they are a concern with tenting too so I guess its not a big deal to me. My main concern is the dog. She gets freaked out when were all sleeping in the bed and one of us moves our feet. That and being a dog she'll have dirty feet, meaning when she jumps up into the teardrop the bed will get messy. Oh well. Maybe a boot brush for doggy feet ? Good vid
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, the dog one can be tricky. We were thinking of doing a dog episode one of these days. We don’t have very good tricks, so we thought the video would be nice to show the areas we struggle and see if anybody has great solutions. That teardrop project sounds long, but in the end I bet it will all be worth it!
@breezeyee5054
@breezeyee5054 Жыл бұрын
Where we can buy this teardrop trailer (same type)
@dhrtiwalter8670
@dhrtiwalter8670 11 ай бұрын
I guess it won’t be for me then 😢🙁 because I don’t want to setup or takedown a big tent for changing in
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 11 ай бұрын
It sounds hard, but remember the tents we currently use are instant pop ups. It sounds like we’re defeating the purpose of a camper, by having to have a tent. But, for most of us it’s about having the bed in the camper, that feels just as good or better than our bed at home. We’ve been in a lot of larger campers. But nothing seems to live larger than a small camper with a side entry tent. Glad you were able to watch this video. It’s always good to find out what camper isn’t for you before you end up buying one and finding out then.
@tankscrittersandurbanhomes5579
@tankscrittersandurbanhomes5579 3 жыл бұрын
Camping shouldn't be glamorous. It's adventure, sweat, inconvenience etc. But, the small teardrop I've never understood. If you need a tent over the back to cook and eat dry, one over the door to change clothes, and one in the corner of the site to, well you know, answer nature, why not just tent it? I love seeing them. But, they're just not for me. I love vintage trailers. My 76 shasta 1950 is perfect for the 7 in my family. Boondock ready and forces outdoor living but, provides shelter and space when the weather is bad. Love your videos.
@CinkSVideo
@CinkSVideo 3 жыл бұрын
I have a SylvanSport Go...that I call upperclass tent camping. It took me a couple of years to be able to back it easily. Up until this year I pulled it with a Mini Cooper Clubman. Short car. Short tongue. Short trailer = Jack knife. You have inspired me to go farther off grid. My Subaru is helping too. I can go down roads with it that I couldn’t in my Mini. All that being said... I’m trying to justify a teardrop. Want want want.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
That is funny that you mention this. We are kind of going the opposite direction. Love our teardrop, but at times have considered getting some sort of overland tent trailer. After staying in a pop-up trailer last summer for 3 weeks we realized how much we missed the feeling of a tent. We have been looking at the Sylvan Sport Go to get inspiration for what potential trailer we may get when we arrive in Thailand. I bet you turned some heads with that Mini Cooper/Tent Trailer combo. But, I also understand the desire to have a vehicle that can get through more of those back roads. To us when it comes down to a tent trailer or a teardrop it really is about storage. That is where we currently have the biggest need. Sometimes we even think about using the teardrop more as storage and sleeping on top of the teardrop in a rooftop tent. This way you get the best of both worlds. And if you really need the teardrop for sleeping you can just move the gear to the car.
@CinkSVideo
@CinkSVideo 3 жыл бұрын
I love my GOrmelia. I love the versatility. We use it as a trailer with regularity. All our gear is hauled in it on and it is easily setup by one person. Their customer service is top notch. You can stand up in it and it comes with an integrated awning. It is a single walled tent so condensation becomes an issue when temps drop into the 40 s and below. No wood parts so drying it out is simple. Easy to roll around.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
@@CinkSVideo We couldn't find anything about the GOrmelia online. Could you post a link? sounds really interesting.
@CinkSVideo
@CinkSVideo 3 жыл бұрын
GOrmelia is what I named my SylvanSport Go. It means “Splendid Princess” in Gaelic...cause she is a splendid princess.
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks 3 жыл бұрын
@@CinkSVideo So sorry. I didn't realize this post had come from you. Quite embarrassing. Okay, looking at it now it all makes sense. Haha.
@mikaelcustrin4354
@mikaelcustrin4354 Жыл бұрын
How is it towing with the Matrix vs the jeep? Is it a manual transmission or automatic?
@PlayingwithSticks
@PlayingwithSticks Жыл бұрын
Night and day in terms of satisfaction. I loved everything about that matrix. The gas mileage, the power, the space . It was perfect for a teardrop. But I needed the Jeep to tow other trailers for the channel that were a bit heavier or had extra drag. The swing out door on the Jeep is a pain in the butt for running into the trailer tongue. The gas mileage is pretty pathetic, and the space inside for storing gear is just awkward. But it’s quite a beast and can tow almost anything so that’s the one plus. Both of the vehicles are automatic transmissions.
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