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Old 04-18-2021, 12:56 PM   #1
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Light and Fast 2 person options

Hello All,

We have an HW296 which is great for the family. Bought used, we've had it for a year and like the size, comfort and quality.

I'm working my way through hiking all of the high peaks of New England, and have been thinking about something that I can take myself (and maybe a second passenger) away for a long weekend of dry camping or with hookups.

Ideally, I'm thinking about fast set up/easy tow, ample space for 2 but with similar comforts of the HW296. I guess this has me in smaller travel trailers, maybe even a ROO?

If you were in the market for a "mountain assault rig" that can comfortably handle 2 people, what would you look at and why?

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Old 04-18-2021, 01:57 PM   #2
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Look at the Rockwood 2204S Mini Lite. Has twin beds that will convert to a super king so it’s good for a friend or a friend with benefits. Get it with the sport tire & wheel package for 15” tires & wheels and has a small lift kit for rough roads. 12 volt fridge with solar & inverter. 1/2 ton towable.
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Old 04-18-2021, 02:47 PM   #3
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My KZ 130RBSE is a perfect small trailer for one or two people or one person and a dog. It has all the creature comforts such as stove, sink, refrigerator, toilet, shower, A/C and furnace. It has a 20 gallon fresh water tank and 15 gallon gray and black tanks. It's 2200 lbs dry and has a GVWR of 2800 lbs. I bought it to tow behind my Jeep Wrangler so I can go on 3-5 day trips and expand my Jeep exploration territory.

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Old 04-18-2021, 03:10 PM   #4
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Hello All,

We have an HW296 which is great for the family. Bought used, we've had it for a year and like the size, comfort and quality.

I'm working my way through hiking all of the high peaks of New England, and have been thinking about something that I can take myself (and maybe a second passenger) away for a long weekend of dry camping or with hookups.

Ideally, I'm thinking about fast set up/easy tow, ample space for 2 but with similar comforts of the HW296. I guess this has me in smaller travel trailers, maybe even a ROO?

If you were in the market for a "mountain assault rig" that can comfortably handle 2 people, what would you look at and why?

Many Thanks,

Bryan
First, what will you be towing with?
Second, if you want something capable of non-paved roads or going off road, forget a Roo or Rockwood MiniLite.
Something like the NoBo or Ibex is a better choice. Maybe a Rpod.
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Old 04-18-2021, 03:56 PM   #5
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I'm towing with a JGC now, but moving up to a Ram 1500 this summer. I need the power/size TV for the HW296.

I'm not needing off road capacity, but wouldn't hurt.

I'm thinking about something that will fit into state parks/campgrounds, allow for a few days of dry camping (assuming no hookups), and provide a comfortable nights sleep between hikes... Think of a mobile hiking base station. Space for 2, or 1 and my dog is the goal. For bigger trips with the family I'd use the HW.
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Old 04-18-2021, 04:55 PM   #6
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Id also like hot water/shower, toilet with proper black tank, LP or 3 way fridge, solar, a TV would be killer, awning, spare tire... Storage for gear, etc.
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Old 04-18-2021, 05:08 PM   #7
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I'm towing with a JGC now, but moving up to a Ram 1500 this summer. I need the power/size TV for the HW296.

I'm not needing off road capacity, but wouldn't hurt.

I'm thinking about something that will fit into state parks/campgrounds, allow for a few days of dry camping (assuming no hookups), and provide a comfortable nights sleep between hikes... Think of a mobile hiking base station. Space for 2, or 1 and my dog is the goal. For bigger trips with the family I'd use the HW.
Then you could look at the Roo or Rockwood MiniLites. They would be fine for state park campgrounds.
There are tons of choices that would fit this criteria.
But if you are considering some off road usage, stay with a short single axle TT with higher clearance. This would eliminate a lot of choices.
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Old 04-18-2021, 05:17 PM   #8
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What id I want some off road capacity?
Which lines should I look at?
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Old 04-18-2021, 05:42 PM   #9
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What id I want some off road capacity?
Which lines should I look at?
I've been looking at the NoBo (No Boundaries) lineup. Several sizes and ammenities. I'm looking for a rig for a hunting camp and backroad capable.
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Old 04-18-2021, 05:53 PM   #10
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Id also like hot water/shower, toilet with proper black tank …
Holding tank size is proportionate to trailer size. If you want a small trailer but are bothered by the small holding tanks, consider a macerator pump and a Rhino tank with side valve to be part of the purchase. Store the Rhino in the bed of the Ram and off-load the holding tanks to it with the macerator pump.

Depending on how long you're out, you might not even have to dump the Rhino before you leave. Consider the extra >200# addition to payload when full, though.
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We've backpacked and climbed the high peaks in our younger days. While this may sound like a step back further than you want, we started out with an F150, 8' bed, and a cap. Thick foam mattress and just used our backpack gear for cooking etc.
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Old 04-19-2021, 06:11 AM   #12
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Ive looked at the NoBo, Ibex and R-Pods. They all look nice. What are the main differences between the above lines. Sometimes its hard to tell what the key features are between lines just by looking at pictures and weights...
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Old 04-19-2021, 10:56 AM   #13
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I love my Shasta 18FQ. 3500lbs dry. Tows so easily even at 75mph.
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Old 04-19-2021, 11:17 AM   #14
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Fast and light.
Sleep in the back of an 8 foot pickup w/canopy.
Van conversion.
Tear drop camper.
Old school canned ham trailer in the 12-17 foot range.
Bring a tent.
Modern small single axle trailers are well designed but are in demand and cost a lot.
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Old 04-19-2021, 11:28 AM   #15
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Love my GeoPro with off road package. It has tackled mountain dirt roads in Vermont, roads I probably shouldn't have been towing on (sign warning no trailers was knocked down). Was very happy I had capable tow vehicle (Ford F150 4x4).
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Fast and light yes, but comfortable enough for my daughter who is 10, or son who is 8.

I'm fine pitching a tent in any condition at any location if its just me. I'm toying with the idea of something comfortable enough for the kids when they want to come. The back of the Jeep has been more than comfortable enough for just me.
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Old 04-19-2021, 12:24 PM   #17
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My GeoPro has a full size Murphy bed, and dinette becomes a bed that my 15 year old nephew said he slept fine on. As mentioned before, these models are currently in high demand and price has gone way up, much higher than the 17.5k I paid a couple years ago.
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Fast and light yes, but comfortable enough for my daughter who is 10, or son who is 8.

I'm fine pitching a tent in any condition at any location if its just me. I'm toying with the idea of something comfortable enough for the kids when they want to come. The back of the Jeep has been more than comfortable enough for just me.
Many kids have slept on the ground in tents for many decades. If you don't present it to them as a hardship, it's an adventure.
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check out a used 17RP. there are a few around. has a small bunk above the main bed at the front and a fold up rear couch in the back. this is a toy hauler that is under 22ft from bumper to tongue. under 5500 lbs GVWR. around 2K of available payload inside it as well, big enough for our golf cart. plenty of room for me, my wife, 2 year old daughter, and our 90+lbs dog.
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check out a used 17RP. there are a few around. has a small bunk above the main bed at the front and a fold up rear couch in the back. this is a toy hauler that is under 22ft from bumper to tongue. under 5500 lbs GVWR. around 2K of available payload inside it as well, big enough for our golf cart. plenty of room for me, my wife, 2 year old daughter, and our 90+lbs dog.
It might help the OP if you posted what brand a 17RP is.
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