Overland Trailers VS Roof Top Tents

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Today we are making some comparisons between overland trailers and roof top tents! Both accomplish a similar goal but are very different experiences.
Camping comfortably is the key to a good overlanding experience in my opinion. 7? 10? 20 Days?! The longer your trip the more valuable a good night's sleep becomes and as you will see in the video, having an extra place to store gear is super valuable. So what is your choice? Roof top tent or overlanding trailer?
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@henrikm4657 2 жыл бұрын

I have the best of both worlds - home made off road capable trailer with a roof top tent on top of it 🤪

@__stopit__5259 2 жыл бұрын

I got a trailer frame I am doing this with in the near future. Sourcing axles to match up my truck wheels at the moment then off to the build process.

@bradenb 2 жыл бұрын

Even if you don't go home made, you can get a RTT trailer that can hold all your gear, have a power system, hot water, etc for $10-15k.

@hopefloats7573 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, I've got an old Aerotow with a Tepui on a homemade rack. 35" tires and articulating hitch. I'm $2600 into it!

@jeepindave5464 2 жыл бұрын

I think being able to drop the trailer and setup camp and have the vehicle to run around in is a lot easier.

@nothingtoseaheardammit 2 жыл бұрын

I've got an M1102 trailer that I was about to start converting to a offroad camping trailer. To me it seems like the perfect base upon which to start a project like this. To me the best aspect of the trailer is the ability to disconnect it from your trail rig and leave it at a "basecamp" - whereas with the RTT setup, if you go mobile, you have to take down and setup again. Also, if you want to "daily" your rig - a trailer makes that proposition a lot more practical.

@stevej6824 2 жыл бұрын

@YJ Overlander Canada Facts 👍

@mazevx2451 2 жыл бұрын

That's why we use a ground tent, once camp is set up you can move your car around as you like. But it's starting to get uncomfortable sometimes.

@nothingtoseaheardammit 2 жыл бұрын

@@mazevx2451 Once you hit 40 years old, you start to appreciate the benefits of small comforts :)

@CJLane-62 2 жыл бұрын

@@nothingtoseaheardammit once you hit 60,and want to get back to tent camping, you Definitely enjoy the little creature comforts of these types of trailers! As I need a hard sided "Tent" on wheels for camping in Bear Country with my little Chiuhwa dog,tent camping with a small Yappy dog just makes you a "Gift Wrapped " Meat Snack! Hence, the hard sided trailer! 🤣🤣🤣🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@trubkir 2 жыл бұрын

@@CJLane-62 I don’t think it is a huge problem for a griz or even an average black bear to “open” a trailer

@mynameismontymontana 2 жыл бұрын

Personally, I’d LOVE to see you build your own trailer.

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

I will! I just need to wrap up a few other projects 👍

@stevenm7566 2 жыл бұрын

That would be a very "followed" project. Welded aluminum. Off road axles. Off grid.

@cdodge2996 2 жыл бұрын

@@DirtLifestyle Hey Nate, ever think about using the back half of a Disco? I wanted to build a pop up out of the bottom rear of a 2 dr XJ to pull behind my 4dr XJ. Paint body lines and wheel tires all matching.

@vitale6633 2 жыл бұрын

@@DirtLifestyle Oh Boy - I'm looking forward to this build!

@PaintGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being honest about the biggest con. $20k is a lot of money. That money could buy a TON of amazing camping gear with enough money left over a nice lift and winch for your rig. Oh, and a 500 mag if you’re that concerned about bears lol.

@jeremyhoward9346 2 жыл бұрын

*you're.

@markharro8900 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! A few thoughts: I have run both trailers and RTT’s off road. One of the best aspects of the trailer is the ability to leave it at camp and have a lighter rig for a day trip use. However it’s totally a pain in the butt to drag trailers through technical terrain. It also takes up a lot more ground space to find for camping. Also pretty challenging to turn around if you encounter a fallen tree that is too big to deal with. Solution: for me I use a trailer on known locations and for exploration I choose to use a rooftop tent rig.

@rhyswilliams695 2 жыл бұрын

There’s a time in everyone’s life for sleeping outdoors under the stars. For all other times, there are rooftop tents, camper trailers and hotels :)

@tymbom60 2 жыл бұрын

I built a cargo conversion out of a 6x8 cargo trailer. 3500 bux to buy in. Most important factor is my wife loves it! We actually use it alot as a bedroom when we go on trips and visit family. It's nice to have your own space for a week at the in-laws house...

@juanpinto5743 2 жыл бұрын

Cargo trailer conversion is the way to go if you have the time and skills. You can build a palace on wheels for less than $10k. 6x8 or 6x10 are good sizes.

@Scoobienorth 2 жыл бұрын

Good timing on this video. I’m exactly in this spot as I’m buying a new rig and trying to balance weight, capability and comfort for longer trips.

@woodcrafter76 2 жыл бұрын

There is a lot of room between a $30 tent and a $22k trailer.

@JustinKingOffroad 2 жыл бұрын

i bought a 1967 m416 trailer and had a lid made for it, put a roof top tent on it... it's awesome! just a empty trailer for my gear so no cool stuff like kitchen or running water, but getting all that "crap" out of my jeep was a game changer.

@littlebull8881 2 жыл бұрын

Good video bud, also the awnings normally have the option of adding walls for that earth level sleeping in a couple of cots.

@haidafulton 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, man. This was honest, straightforward, helpful. You're real. I appreciate that.

@MichaelGalletly 2 жыл бұрын

The weight is the main reason I'm looking at the trailer. My 2019 Ranger is my daily driver. I just need to find a trailer that I can make into what I want. Batteries, water, cooking, and all the needs and wants, and then disconnect it when I'm not using it. And I don't want something that will come to equal the cost of my truck. Hmmm.

@adventuresonwheels5272 Жыл бұрын

What a straight comparison - I really appreciate this video. Thank you!

@brianwadsworth5752 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Nate. Thanks for sharing your experience and options. Love your channel and your style! Keep it up Amigo!

@brianmuckey1962 2 жыл бұрын

I have a gladiator with a rooftop tent and a decked system in the box. Then I bought a 99 Ranger pickup that I converted to a trailer . I put a bicycle rack on top. Hauls the generator, cooking gear, cooking table and other stuff to keep weight off my gladiator. I also put 35 inch tires to match the Gladiator. I don't regret making the trailer and it looks nice with the gladiator.

@the_bencredible 2 жыл бұрын

As a TJ owner with a wife and kids I was basically forced in to buying a trailer. We pull a 1945 Batam T3 behind our Jeep and I couldn’t be happier. Allows us to bring the stuff we need and keeps the weight off the Jeep itself.

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

I know the TJ struggle well lol

@estevanpargas7466 2 жыл бұрын

Just started building my square drop camper it’s coming together very well so excited for adventures

@kevinreilly3479 2 жыл бұрын

Good overview video and you covered some great points of both the trailer and RTT. Very even handed video of pros and cons. Another big pro for the trailer is that once you get to your campsite and disconnect the trailer you still have your vehicle to run around in. You don't have that option with the RTT without packing it back up.

@LesSharp 2 жыл бұрын

I think the way to go with trailers is the base station concept. No sleeping space inside, everything is water tanks, kitchen, gas portage and storage space. Go in on something like that with a bunch of mates, use it as a base to camp around and have your vehicles lighter and more capable for day trips out from base camp.

@jason_advntr_6755 2 жыл бұрын

Always a good discussion, thanks for the video. I run a TJ with a TC Teardrop that I take everywhere and the cost was no where near the Mammoth, but it is also a different trailer. Great to have the extra space and able to detach when staying in one spot for a few days.

@johnnyverano1373 2 жыл бұрын

You have answered so many questions. Thank you.👍

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 👍

@piasprojects 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative video. That is what I love about this channel. Explains all 3 options for over landing. I do see the benefits of each. The trailer seems like to me the best option or option I would prefer to keep my over landing rigs weight down. Can’t wait to see what’s next!!

@jgtaylor2201 2 жыл бұрын

“If it’s just you and a dog you can definitely get away with way less gear than the rest of us, but I’ve got two kids I want to keep comfortable. I’ve got a wife I want to keep comfortable.” It’s really good to see a KZfaqr say this. Overlanding/camping with a spouse and kids is completely different than doing it alone. When we go on trips I often joke that we look like we’re staging a reenactment of the D-Day invasion. Purchasing a trailer really improved the comfort for my wife and kids……and me too. However, I never bring the trailer if I’m going on a solo trip.

@DMH51 2 жыл бұрын

My 2018 Jeep JLU Rubicon manual has been a 4-year build, which is pretty simple. I don't use an RTT or a trailer. I just throw my 6-inch foldable mattress, on top of my Goose Gear platform in the back, and pull the front passenger seat up. Now, I did install a Frontrunner rack and have 2 Roam Adventures cases for my gear.

@vitale6633 2 жыл бұрын

Great Summary and Objective comparison. Each methodology has it's place and you did a good analysis and commentary on Pros & Cons. If you have a pet that travels with you, then depending upon size and weight, rooftop or trailer is a serious consideration. Thank you for filming and sharing.

@kennethtew2740 2 жыл бұрын

Great content. Looking forward to seeing the full walk around of that particular trailer. I am planning on buying one in the next few years.

@gregleblond6039 2 жыл бұрын

Don't forget bed tents..good affordable option

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

I've always liked the idea of bed tents! But where do you keep your gear? Do you just pull everything out to setup the tent?

@gregleblond6039 2 жыл бұрын

@@DirtLifestyle my personal experience, is depending on the people you take and your setup. So for me I take totes and bins and unload it. It's a bit of a chore but the cost difference, I can do some moving. As far as four wheeling, yes you'll have to take it down. So there's pros and cons.. then again, it's less then 5% of the cost of a trailer like that

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

@@gregleblond6039 the bed tent is WAY lighter then a RTT or a trailer as well. Definitely a good option for the right person 👍

@stevej6824 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a bed tent for my ‘83 GMC K2500. When the tent is rolled up it actually fits behind my seat. And if I decide I want to go wheeling I don’t actually have to take down the tent, I just unhook the straps from the bed and lift the tent out and set it on the ground at my campsite 👍

@gregleblond6039 2 жыл бұрын

@@stevej6824 I could probably do that too.. it's a bathtub floor so it could double as a ground tent.. good thinkin..I think I'm at $500 for everything so far.. big buddy heater, bed tent, air mattress that's contoured to the bed, a lantern, and fan👍

@brianshotton3353 2 жыл бұрын

Another option with a roof-top tent is mounting it on a truck bed if you have a truck (Tacoma or whatever). Bed rack height choices will help in deciding if you want to mount it at the height of the cab or above the cab (changing vehicle weight distribution). Another great viseo Nate!

@alsmith1025 2 жыл бұрын

I've been camping most of my life. With a TJ, I use just a ground tent. I can't see spending $2k on a tent plus another $1.5k for a strong enough roof rack to support it.

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

It's definitely not for everyone but on a long trip it makes a huge difference 👍

@jasonh4167 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you (jk&tent), i thought of contacting these manufacturers to see about getting just a shell on frame and finnising it myself, - alot of add ons.

@kevinclevenger8741 2 жыл бұрын

I would of thought you would build your own .camper trailer. Iam ordering the diy plans for a camper.

@FlawedOffroad 2 жыл бұрын

@@jasonh4167 im getting ready to build one out of an army trailer

@senditkevin 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a rooftop tent for $1600 and made my own rack for $100. It's my profile pic by the way.

@heartsky 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe cover the most hairy situations with a trailer you've encountered: getting stuck, trailer breaking down.

@philrettig4720 2 жыл бұрын

great video explaining the pros and cons I personally built my own overland trailer and am just getting into this awesome world of overlanding. I really like the swing out kitchen idea in that trailer. In a future video fabrication of good sealing doors on a trailer like this would be helpful. the doors is where I struggled to most in my build

@grn9209 2 жыл бұрын

The way you inform and review👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@Axle347 2 жыл бұрын

I think its worth mentioning as the aussies do, if you are in an area for a few days, you can unhook all that weight, and come back to it later

@pamelaschilling9464 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are very helpful

@joeulman9140 2 жыл бұрын

Just got back from my first trip with my fiberglass M416, took the tent off my LJ and put it on the trailer. Great option for base camping, will still use the tent on the jeep when through wheeling.

@christopherpuleo 2 жыл бұрын

The wife and I have been looking at trailer options for a couple years. Caught you dragging the Mammoth around in the Trail Recon vids. Long story short, tracked the folks at Mammoth down, had a nice visit with Bill and put our reservation in and now the wait begins. Sure glad they let you take it out and looking forward to when you get to show off a production unit!

@tonyb2086 2 жыл бұрын

I got ripped off, I spent way more than 30 dollars on my tent. I could see the trailer thing but definetly more maintenance. The what kind of trails are you riding and how many people do you have to keep entertained part comes to mind. Good show though! and i'm just a camper😊

@JodyGates 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for covering this... while I don't think I've learned anything new (for me), I DID learn that Overland Expo Mtn West is just "up the street" from me so I can finally make it to one of these even if my family doesn't wish to attend. (c: (Trailer-wise, I have an old 1940s "Ben Hur" trailer I'm working on kitting as an overland trailer, your fab videos are inspiring.) Thanks Nate!

@benniepretorius4352 2 жыл бұрын

Love the content . Keep up the good work Nate

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jasonh4167 2 жыл бұрын

I currently have a ground tent and want a bare hard shell trailer and finish it out with what i need. My only reason to upgrade what i got is spring/fall camping is cold up here (alberta CA)

@larryboothby3687 2 жыл бұрын

I have pretty much the same Taco you do. 2017 TRD OR. I'm also on stock tires, rims, suspension, and have sliders. No winch for now. In 2019 I did three weeks solo in Utah, Idaho, & Montana, camping on the ground with a large tent and a queen cot. It worked good, and I did the 90 miles of the White Rim trail during this trip with no problem. The trip had me wanting more comfort. My big considerations were #1 my taco is my daily driver. I live in Memphis TN and I only have one vehicle. #2 I whitewater kayak, which is a gravity sport and requires the ability to shuttle. I really wanted a roof top tent, but the necessity of constantly mounting and un-mounting it on my daily driver was a negative. Having the tent on the truck would also limit the number of boats I could haul for shuttling, and finally having to break down the tent every time I used the truck on a paddling trip was a huge negative. I ended up with a Hiker Trailer Extreme Off Road. They make off road models that start at $8800 and go up depending on what you want. Mine was 18K and is pretty well set up. With daily driving and a large amount of annual highway miles, my setup is a really good compromise when it comes to off road ability. I have yet to get it out on a big trip, and most of my off road with it has been forest service roads. My TV setup is really weather limited when it comes to off road travel, especially with a trailer, but for now it is the best setup for me.

@mikepierson3097 2 жыл бұрын

I love an RTT on my jeep so I can have full freedom to get to those awesome but difficult to access camp spots. However, it’s not as nimble as it is without it and the gear. Two things I’ve done is buy back-packing type gear to keep the weight down and I also removed the massively heavy mattress in favor of top quality ThermaRest mattresses. I added a full sheet of BedRug foam padding for the base. I saved 20lbs of top heavy weight in doing so.

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! We try to use light weight gear as well. I'm lucky to have been into backpacking before overlanding because alot of the gear translated well 👍

@VetJeeper 2 жыл бұрын

Good video, thanks!

@peterhoma6385 2 жыл бұрын

Man you’re Tacoma looks sweet can’t wait to see it lifted with wheels & tires I have a feeling it will look awesome!! Good work 👍🏻

@MoDawdy 2 жыл бұрын

don't forget those aluminum ladders when you hit the dew point at 3am and you're trying to get down in pitch black while barefoot...

@kenmcdougal97 2 жыл бұрын

I used to go on 2 week trips on my motorcycle. Now I'm getting older I'm looking at an alu cab canopy camper for my Tacoma and pulling my motorcycle to where I want to go

@curiositylandrover 2 жыл бұрын

A good balanced assessment. I am a trailer overlander, because after a glass of wine or two and toilet during the night, definitely the trailer is a good choice. I would say that off-roading / rough tracks can be easier in a roof tent setup. Maybe a video to consider for the future.

@AlwaysSearching.. 2 жыл бұрын

Video timing couldn’t be more perfect! This is a question I’ve been struggling with as I’m going to start a build soon

@vegpwrshlominator1873 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a 12 ft weeroll wrangler, I love being able to disconnect from my car and keep all my camping stuff ready to go on my trailer. Plus I’m not into overlanding just camping.

@GetTheFamilyOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

We definitely need a follow up to the Mammoth trailer!

@FlawedOffroad 2 жыл бұрын

Ive been trying to figure out how I can wheel with all 4 kids and the mrs, then a light bulb went off that I watch a guy build a really cool disco that comes with 7 seats...I might be following in your footsteps haha

@adventureodyssey8959 2 жыл бұрын

Brother I'm with you...have 4 kids, a wife, and a 7-seater disco...Nate's spot on when he says the more comfortable everyone is, the longer the trip...up till now we've only tent camped and about half our trips on east coast have been cut short due to the rain soaking everything we own, to include pillows! haha Now wife refuses to go out unless we get a trailer, and I'm finally on board with that!

@FlawedOffroad 2 жыл бұрын

@@adventureodyssey8959 I have a m101 trailer that Im planning on building a rack for a tent. I dont really like anything newer than the LR2, dont like the way they look really. I heard the 2 came with a 5 cyl diesel but I have yet to see one

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

The 7 seats in the disco is a HUGE selling point for this platform. Add a trailer and you have the best of both worlds 🙌. With 4 kiddos it's about as good as it gets 👍

@FlawedOffroad 2 жыл бұрын

@@DirtLifestyle IDK if I can make mine half as cool or outfitted as yours though!

@vincentpoole7588 2 жыл бұрын

Nate. Nice first attempt by 'Mammoth' ! Can understand the direction Stateside for a camper trailer with a solid body, as it needs to accommodate the vicarious weather conditions like heat to snow ? V.

@changingdirection443 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always.

@AlwaysSearching.. 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to see you build one of these!

@VistaViews 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Nate. I don't think I've ever seen a poor quality video released by you. I've done up to month long trips using a tent on the ground and I can tell you, that gets beyond exhausting. If it's just me I don't really care what my sleeping accommodations are but when taking the fam... One of these trailers would be a godsend.

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I completely agree. On long trips, set up and take down are super important and when you add a family in the mix you want desperately to keep everyone comfortable 👍

@FlawedOffroad 2 жыл бұрын

the real kicker is how many times you have to setup and teardown. if you are stationary for awhile then a ground tent aint so bad.

@gregcrocker5560 2 жыл бұрын

Planning on building one of my own, but with a rooftop tent on the trailer. Based off of the Turtleback platform.

@danielstevens3372 2 жыл бұрын

22k holy cow I have 15k wrapped up in my used dodge 2500 4x4 and a used arctic fox 990 been a great set up not the best for off road but it gets us out there.

@PumpkinHead440 2 жыл бұрын

I have been tent camping every spring. If I would choose, it would be the camping trailer. Perfect size, and way wormer than a tent.

@mitchellhenry6225 2 жыл бұрын

So I just learned about you probably 2 weeks ago and I really like how you set your episodes up and the type of content you talk about. It's kinda crazy to think you only have 216k subs. Your episodes are well thought out and planned out nicely, so it seems like you've been doing this for a while. Plus I feel like I could kick it with this guy, he's cool as shit.

@jordangamesvlogs9892 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man, I wish there was a budget version of the trailer so I could buy this as a teen, because I want to go on a road trip with my buddy trough the mountains, once we both get our driver’s license

@samsanderson7159 2 жыл бұрын

A friend of mine has a military trailer that he modified to hold a rooftop tent and has a ton of storage under it. It works well for him.

@shannonstiles8751 2 жыл бұрын

It's definitely cool but 22.5 in to my wheeling rig would be my personal choice 🇺🇸

@chazlyle41 2 жыл бұрын

Wife and I slept in the back of our $3,500 3rd Gen 4Runner for 30 days over 6,500 miles through 12 States, 12 National parks, and 16 State line crossing all for the price of gas haha. Sleeping pad in the back, stove in the front seat when you sleep, stove in the back when we drive. There’s always a cheap way! :) free camping on BLM land matters :D

@garethmcgregor1621 2 жыл бұрын

Good video Nate. I have different set ups. An off road camper for full family set ups, roof top tent for 2 people, and a swag for when I'm solo. All useful, but the trailer and the rooftop tent have been idle for a couple of years now.👎

@jamescagle5208 2 жыл бұрын

Nate, I'd love to see you build a teardrop one day. I built my own off-road teardrop trailer to pull behind my 2 door Wrangler. Since cargo space is definitely an issue it's the perfect setup for me, and I'm only in it about $3000. Mine has lasted over 20,000 miles without issue and it's mostly wood. With your fabrication skill you could have one bulletproof trailer for a couple grand in supplies.

@jk_wrangler13 2 жыл бұрын

Also if you are with a group and your staying in on spot for a few days. With a rooftop tent you have to pack up everyday if you go somewhere. With a trailer you can leave it set up and not worry about it. Its all in the ease of camping.

@mazevx2451 2 жыл бұрын

Sell Trailer boxes like this one as kit would be a dream!

@jeromeburrasca6710 2 жыл бұрын

Could you please do a video on the actual ground clearance inches under all your rigs differential skid plates? I managed to get 11.50 inches on 35” tires with a 7” drop differential lift kit. Curious to see your actual numbers.

@SasukeUchiha-zu6dw 2 жыл бұрын

I would say either a gazelle ground tent or check out Hiker Trailers

@larryboothby3687 2 жыл бұрын

I've got a Hiker EOR. I love it!

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

We really like our gazelle 👍

@adjake1 2 жыл бұрын

Currently i sleep in the back of my wj…not very well. Im waiting for expo east to check out RTT’s. I look at a RTT as a stop gap to a “teardrop”. My biggest issue is that my Jeep is my daily and I really don’t want all the weight in there semi permanently. It would be very nice to have all my gear ready to go at any time and all i have to do is not forget food.

@stanleyfurash7929 2 жыл бұрын

Keeping the wife comfortable is key in anything you do

@PaydayGabeBCNV 2 жыл бұрын

🤣 yeah,, good luck with that! Comfortable and Wife,, 💯%oxymoron. 🤦‍♂️

@nickstewart1218 2 жыл бұрын

Ate breakfast, caught up on KZfaq. Now to the garage

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching brother 👊 have fun out there

@stevetabor4447 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff awesome trailer I’m old school a cot sleeping bag cook stove etc an paper maps yes paper maps 😂😂 as always be safe 👍👍

@snicklefritzd3612 2 жыл бұрын

Nice lead in Nate....soo, how do we build it for a quarter of that price? Come on, I know your thinking about it.

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

Lol I wish. Material costs right now make this out of my budget to build. Have you seen the price on a sheet of aluminum? It's insane

@snicklefritzd3612 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it is. My old man owns puget sound recycling, scrap prices are through the roof.

@juanpinto5743 2 жыл бұрын

@@DirtLifestyle Use a small cargo trailer as a starting point. Under $4k for initial investment (for a new trailer). It gives you an aluminum skinned box that you can do anything with.

@jeffgoldsmith1679 2 жыл бұрын

haha, bring your Fata.. down the ladder. Seriously big Pro for the Trailer is you can leave it places and then do your off roading, exploring, meet ups without the knockdown and set up 2 or 3 times a day.

@nynomad7625 2 жыл бұрын

each certainly have their pros and cons

@meanders9221 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any info on the effect RTT has on fuel mileage vs. a teardrop/squaredrop trailer? I'm leaning toward trailer mainly because of all the weight located high up, really raises your cg. And it's usually a lot easier to tow a weight than tote it.

@orangepickel2 2 жыл бұрын

Yup.

@dr3soul195 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man I've been watching you since you started with bleepin quick question I was just wondering where do you get your music we have alot of the same tastes of music I was just wondering where I could get it to listen to? Thanks again for all the great videos!

@joshuabrown1309 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I've been weighing those options for my 2003 disco. I'm gonna check the small trailer now. But no toilet! I have girls 😕

@jameshall4385 2 жыл бұрын

You should do a video series and try to build your own off-road trailer from scratch or from an existing trailer. Maybe an old boat trailer or something similar.

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

I've got a harbor freight utility trailer that I want to convert to an overland trailer. I have most of what I need to start, I just need to wrap up a couple other projects 👍

@dalegarrett8077 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been looking at this camper for a few months now. Price jumped up $5,000. They may be coming out with a clamshell top so can be inside w/ headroom. If so, & can get awnings w/ sides I may get it.

@91dfred 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Trailer! Are there or will there be RV Park hookups available for the trailer or will it just be an off-the-grid trailer?

@ninez5740 2 жыл бұрын

That's the question of the day with dovetail of the video with Brad: What rig and what setup? Used or new vehicle? by the time you outfit your rig on an older vehicle it may become quite older in the end, a new one you don't want to beat up but by the time you get outfitted you're just at break in mileage. Good stuff Nate!

@robgoffroad 2 жыл бұрын

I just use a truck camper on a 4wd dually pickup, towing my toys on a trailer behind it... I can get pretty far into the back country as long as there are no overly low tree branches.

@whosaidthat5236 2 жыл бұрын

I’m converting my old dump trailer to a flat deck so I can throw a pop up tent trailer on that and have room for the side by side and dirt bikes, then with the tent trailer frame I’m putting a deck on that so I can haul stuff for day trips

@WilliamTythas 2 жыл бұрын

a pro for the trailer or Con for Rooftop I didn't hear was the set up and leave .. you can set your camp up .. then drive to the store or trailing .. the rooftop needs to be broken down and set up every time you need to use your vehicle - Do both if you have Kids or get into a dispute with the spouse .. haha

@sorenmelchior 2 жыл бұрын

One other option is to use a trailer to "camp" at a trail start, then do day trail runs from the trailer (campsite). This obviously does not work on one way trails (like the Rubicon), so it depends on what kind of trails and routes one travels on.

@kevinclevenger8741 2 жыл бұрын

I figured at the end of video. You was going to say .you was going to build your own trailer.

@DirtLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

I will eventually. I have been collecting parts to build one and am almost there 👍

@iliveinthewoods 2 жыл бұрын

Which will cost me more in gas, the aero drag of a rtt or the weight of the trailer (with nothing on top of the tow vehicle) ?

@stevenwood7131 2 жыл бұрын

can you make the interior with tongue and groove cedar for walls and ceiling? the inside of the trailer being white metal seems cold and hospital like....imho.

@roomtempcoffee 2 жыл бұрын

2022 maverick XLT fx4 and the tow package with a sub 10k tent trailer. That's gonna be my national park BLM rig. Well hopefully haha love the channel!

@gregnorvell9730 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I'm in the process of designing an off road camper for personal use. That one has a pretty cool design. You mentioned, over weight or older for considerations on a RTT. What about just being lazy? Haha I'm just lazy.

@stephengarner1434 2 жыл бұрын

Would love for you to do the hiker trailer

@huntermcculloch7543 2 жыл бұрын

Are you going to Flagstaff AZ for the overland festival? I’m working at a food truck at that!

@JakeTaylor1646 2 жыл бұрын

Nate would you be willing to do a homemade overlanding trailer on this channel I've been thinking of building one myself!

@MaxC925 2 жыл бұрын

i have a samurai that i can pack up enough camping gear for a weekend to a long weekend at most but. i dont have enough roof for a RTT so im considering building a micro trailer to carry a RTT and cooler and supplies and leave the the back of the truck more open. that will be after an engine swap though