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Pop Top Camper Van Walk-Through | Hymer Aktiv 2.0 Loft Edition 

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Full tour of a Class B RV with a pop top on the Ram ProMaster van chassis. More Class B Camper Van Tours: • Class B RV Camper Van ...
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@Weretherussos
@Weretherussos 6 лет назад
Full List of Class B Manufacturers: weretherussos.com/class-b-rv-manufacturers-list-camper-vans/
@l-bird
@l-bird 6 лет назад
Well done Joe! I'm leery of vehicles with any chance of water entering through the roof. I once owned a car with a sunroof, and it leaked so bad whenever it rained.. once burned-twice shy. But, I loved the Hymer where you can open the entire back and allowed for a walkway or place to put bikes, etc. It let in so much light and fresh air! Nice.
@nellchilds4440
@nellchilds4440 4 года назад
lbird my vw vanagon pop up never leaked
@gregmoore8098
@gregmoore8098 6 лет назад
You guys have nothing bad to say about these rigs like your being sponsored: So let's talk about disadvantages of a Pop Top model. 1st Rain/mold: Yes, it will repel water but if the rain is heavy it will enter your rig. If not air dried long enough you will get mold (ask tent trailer owners). 2nd privacy: light shadows or noise. If you have ever stayed in a tent you know what I'm talking about. 3rd Stealth: The biggest reason why people go to a Class B is that they can camp anywhere. Use a Pop Top and you lose that option. 4th limited room for solar pannels: Hymer's big plus was to have enough solar to power an air conditioner. Not only does the Pop Top take that away it now takes longer to cool and heat the unit (again ask anyone with a tent trailer). There's a RU-vidr that also talks about Class B's but in more detail. He also gives the pros and cons of each vehicle it's called "Ultramobility."
@GOJ739
@GOJ739 6 лет назад
Thanks for that explanation. I always wonder about pop top , and I do enjoy following Ultramobility. His videos are very detailed and objective.
@gobybike99
@gobybike99 6 лет назад
Well the both had t shirts with company logos. 🧐
@rebellucy5610
@rebellucy5610 6 лет назад
Greg Moore Great points. Remember the Turtle top?
@rebellucy5610
@rebellucy5610 6 лет назад
They are being sponsored.
@Z10C
@Z10C 6 лет назад
Great info and things to consider.
@mixflip
@mixflip 5 лет назад
I like this model. I have 3 kids so it's tough to find a smaller RV that fits us all. Now I need awd.
@wanttoplae
@wanttoplae 6 лет назад
I like the reviews but wish you’d give the price (as listed, advertised, or starting - or something like that).
@cedarforest4621
@cedarforest4621 6 лет назад
The Hymer has a lot of great features. I actually like the cassette toilet option, and the USB outlets on each set of outlets. I wish it had an outdoor shower though, or outdoor hose to wash off dirty feet.
@toptobottom247
@toptobottom247 6 лет назад
Come on Russos admit it. Hymer is only a single 4X4 option away from making the perfect van. That 2.0 Loft edition is the perfect van in my opinion. The only other in my eyes is the Winnebago Revel as far as the go anywhere, do anything aspect which is what I'm holding my money for.
@PNWLiving1725
@PNWLiving1725 3 года назад
That couch option would be perfect for my kids, with the roof loft.
@MultiRabe
@MultiRabe 6 лет назад
You & Kait represent Hymer very well! 👌👍😎✌🏻
@muneeraaa5067
@muneeraaa5067 6 лет назад
My dream van..it has all the facilities like i needed...one day😍
@joebrunobass
@joebrunobass 3 года назад
Cool! A tent on the roof! Pretty hot in the sun though!
@ArbitraryExploration
@ArbitraryExploration 6 лет назад
Thank you for the cool tour! I really like the idea of the popup providing more sleeping space. With a family the Class B vans have never really been a great option.
@justinlinnane8043
@justinlinnane8043 6 лет назад
It's great to see the European Design philosophy finally filtering in the North American RV products.
@basilbourque
@basilbourque 5 лет назад
…because the Hymer Group of Europe aquired Roadtrek of North America.
@alextot4484
@alextot4484 6 лет назад
Excellent demonstration. Very cool Class B. Thank you.
@brianwhitaker6040
@brianwhitaker6040 6 лет назад
I love the one with the lounge in the back and power fold down bed. Great use of space . The pop top would be great for a family. When is Hymer going to bring these to New Zealand.
@Z10C
@Z10C 6 лет назад
omg, so cool! i love it. now they just have to rid the cassette toilet. lol. great job on the video!
@tonydavis8650
@tonydavis8650 6 лет назад
Hymer has a winner with this unit!
@vinster907311
@vinster907311 6 лет назад
Price?
@pinkpandamiranda
@pinkpandamiranda 6 лет назад
I would love a couch in the back, that seems so much more comfortable. Now if only II could get one with an incinerating toilet. That would be too heavy I bet.
@glenlittlefield9869
@glenlittlefield9869 6 лет назад
Love it!!!! This would be perfect for the three of us!
@DrivinandVibin
@DrivinandVibin 6 лет назад
Very cool unit! Maybe y'all can explore in that next year!!! :)
@CamperVanGuy
@CamperVanGuy 6 лет назад
Nice work, and thanks for the tour. Hoping to get one soon to do an exhaustive walk-through:)
@Steve-yo4ld
@Steve-yo4ld 6 лет назад
I have followed you guys for a while. I have also noticed you generally don't respond to anyone that may question Hymer. We know you are sponsored by them, but not responding to valid questions makes us not want to follow you. I asked a question a week or so ago about Hymers policy regarding Warranty work at dealerships in North America. Another blogger on here who owns an Aktiv 1.0 was told by a Dealership in BC Canada that they would not perform warranty work because she didn't buy it from them. What say? I have been doing much research between the Travato 59G and the Aktiv 2.0. If Hymer allows their Dealerships to operate like that, seems Winnebago is the way to go. 😉
@jerryervin3302
@jerryervin3302 6 лет назад
Love that pop top!
@bigclarke09
@bigclarke09 6 лет назад
The couch version really appeals to me, if only it was sold in my country...
@vincebaker3384
@vincebaker3384 6 лет назад
when you make the couch into a bed can you move the seat belt latches out of the way or do you have to sleep on then?
@RicardoRoams
@RicardoRoams 6 лет назад
Nice van and review. But the obvious question that I didn't see you address is the price. I'll just assume it's way too expensive.
@rebeccawoodbixler9536
@rebeccawoodbixler9536 6 лет назад
Thank you!! You did a great walk through!
@adkrick5331
@adkrick5331 6 лет назад
This is like the old VW camper van tent.
@zehuazhou3390
@zehuazhou3390 5 лет назад
Wish they could build one with ford transit low roof, so it is easy to park anywhere.
@rebellucy5610
@rebellucy5610 6 лет назад
Looks fun if you are UNDER 40 years old!!!
@GrandpaCanCook
@GrandpaCanCook 5 лет назад
Thank you for the review. This would certainly be a van we would consider. Currently we have a caravan (camper trailer, tow behind trailer). We love it but we are seeing a lot of advantages of a van, and giving it some serious thought. Hymer - you should be thankful that "WereTheRussos" reviewed this van.
@lovingatlanta
@lovingatlanta 4 года назад
👍I wanted to get a Hymer Aktiv one day if I ever got on the road so I’m bummed that they closed. 😔
@xyzpdq81
@xyzpdq81 6 лет назад
I like your channel. But i was really excited to see this model and build it on Hymer's Website and there are no restrictions. But as someone already commented there aren't any solar panels. But i think the biggest issue is there isn't an AC unit which is a deal breaker for me because i visit hot locations on occasion. Why hasn't anyone mentioned this obvious issue?
@flon57
@flon57 3 года назад
💙💙💙, the back door screen, I'm sorry but that back table is not big enough for 4 people to have plates and drinks
@jmcmurrah
@jmcmurrah 6 лет назад
Love it! I want one!
@shekharmoona544
@shekharmoona544 5 лет назад
3 walk-throughs I would love to see. Lexani off road (rare) Coach house arriva (dry bath most efficient use of space in a class B) SVO Embassy (no wood with external porch)
@Lotuslaful
@Lotuslaful 6 лет назад
A great addition. Love the pop top. Wonder the MSRP?
@tnguyen8166
@tnguyen8166 6 лет назад
looks nice but where's the AC?
@maureentweedly
@maureentweedly 6 лет назад
underneath AC
@ElectricianTS
@ElectricianTS 6 лет назад
Cool video, like always. ;-) Keep 'em coming!
@Jollyprez
@Jollyprez 6 лет назад
Uh, your demo sleeping - you were sleeping in it backwards. The head is toward the front of the vehicle - where the tent is higher. FYI
@diane2724
@diane2724 6 лет назад
I like your camper.
@BrokerBarbara119
@BrokerBarbara119 6 лет назад
Need the loft for height more than sleeping.
@bucketlistmetaldetectingu.7689
Really like that great for 2 people.
@cumulus25
@cumulus25 6 лет назад
Weren't you going to return your Activ 2.0 to Hymer? Will the loft model be your next RV?
@richardquinones2959
@richardquinones2959 6 лет назад
That is one cool campervan maybe next year you could trade it in and upgrade💜😎👍
@Michael-pu3yw
@Michael-pu3yw 6 лет назад
I think the cassette toilet is a deal breaker and I won't even mention quality issues.
@FakePersonna
@FakePersonna 6 лет назад
I love this setup and the 6 year warranty. However the cassette toilet is a deal breaker for me. :-( Please HYMER, offer a black tank option. This is the perfect setup for our family of 3.
@oxanapodoliak6867
@oxanapodoliak6867 5 лет назад
Are there solar panels on the loft version?
@zehuazhou3390
@zehuazhou3390 5 лет назад
Do they have airbags? I am always curious if any of these RVs have IIHS collision testing.
@rogerarias3052
@rogerarias3052 6 лет назад
Can/does this configuration come with AC and solar panels?
@julesl7679
@julesl7679 6 лет назад
I love the size of these coaches but they r so expensive.
@IMP3TIGO
@IMP3TIGO 4 года назад
Julie Lyons it's way cheaper than the typical Mercedes Sprinter class B though. The Winnebago Solis may be the most affordable option, also with seating and sleeping for four. The Activ has a front bed option as well for more flexibility.
@Morgan8942
@Morgan8942 4 года назад
Hi Joe & Kait, we are looking to buy the Hymer Aktiv 2.0 Loft Edition with the rear lounge floor plan but cannot find it for sale anywhere. Would you know where we can get one? Thanks!
@adrian-et6zr
@adrian-et6zr 6 лет назад
Padre Island! ayyyy. im from there (: ☺️
@flon57
@flon57 2 года назад
Watch over and over, , 💙👍, 🛏️ 4, you can have 2 separate areas for 2 couples to have date night in the same vehicle but separate.
@amandagibson6498
@amandagibson6498 6 лет назад
Are there any upgrades or differences between this years model and your model?
@Hashie19
@Hashie19 5 лет назад
Those 2 guys are cool
@jennyb360
@jennyb360 6 лет назад
great tour, thank you! Is the sun roof over the seating area still available with the pop top? Can you get the couch option on the 1.0?
@Tatiacha
@Tatiacha 6 лет назад
instead of trying to accommodate more people it would be nice if they put that bed up top with a real bathroom (including tank) and a better equipped kitchen downstairs since there is already a seating area, do people really need two in a van that small. Seems like that is more for people who have to take a lot of people here in there in daily life then get out as a couple on weekends or something, or maybe a couple with a couple smaller kids but i would hate to have kids there with no black tank.
@seanvizzo6870
@seanvizzo6870 6 лет назад
Will the loft eliminate solar? Additionally where does the a/c unit reside?
@maureentweedly
@maureentweedly 6 лет назад
underneath AC
@staceyforrest364
@staceyforrest364 6 лет назад
I see a lot of valid questions from viewers and no replies - do you have to become a Patron?
@Weretherussos
@Weretherussos 6 лет назад
Stacey - Joe here. Great question. Before I answer however, some background. When we started the channel, our goal was to answer every question and comment. Many days started with a fresh cup of coffee going through all of the questions we'd gotten over the previous day. I loved doing it but as the channel grew, I just couldn't keep up. As you so rightly stated, there are a LOT of valid questions on just this video alone. Multiply that by the hundreds of videos we have published and between the questions we get on RU-vid, Facebook, email and various other places, I was spending hours every day responding. A few months ago, we made the decision to stop responding. It wasn't a decision that was made lightly. We were each spending 60 hrs/week working on these videos and everything else we do (ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-PNt0SGkc9V0.html) and needed to cut back in a few places. Rather than just stop, I did try for a while to just answer a few questions here and there. But you know how it goes, I would start responding and then I couldn't stop. How could I answer one person's question and not someone else's? I would lay in bed at night answering comments on my phone, and then pick up again in the morning (it's actually 3:30 am as I type this). It never stopped and I decided I had to pull the plug. "Do you have to become a Patron?" First, although we no longer respond to comments, I still read them (as you can see). We try to keep track and answer as many as we can in videos. You may hear us say from time to time, "We get asked a lot..." or we might explain something because people asked. When we have the spare data and a good connection, we try to host Live Streams where we not only answer questions that have been left, but we also take them from the audience. tinyurl.com/y7s9ad5r Second, when we started Patreon (patreon.com/weretherussos) we didn't do much with it. A few subscribers asked us to sign up so they would have a way to support what we were doing and we left it at that. However, when we stopped responding to comments, we decided that if anyone on Patreon asked a question or left a comment, they would get a response. We understand that Patreon is not for everyone. As of writing this we have 174 Patrons. We probably get a few questions per day, which is very manageable. So, to answer your question, if you'd like to ask a question and have it responded to by Kait or myself, then Patreon is the best way to do that. As I mentioned, I still read the comments. I am grateful to everyone who takes the time to leave them and try to find alternatives to answer them in other ways, but we simply get too many to address them all.
@anthonycbrown1952
@anthonycbrown1952 6 лет назад
Can you put an abbreviated version of this in each post notes going forward so people understand the reality of your situation? With popularity comes trade-offs. Always enjoy your efforts.
@Weretherussos
@Weretherussos 6 лет назад
Anthony C Brown great idea, thank you
@desireelamarche7149
@desireelamarche7149 6 лет назад
Where can I get the Hummer with the loft ???? I live in South Florida
@matthewpotter3664
@matthewpotter3664 6 лет назад
How much storage space do you lose when going with the couch in the back? Great review and thank you.
@Cyberstop
@Cyberstop 4 года назад
For the pop up tent version , it does't have solar panel right?
@kathifoynm
@kathifoynm 6 лет назад
Nice tour
@2gocamp
@2gocamp 6 лет назад
It would be nice to see the loft on the Roadtrek line, like the Zion, now that Hymer owns Roadtrek. I don't think I would like the cassette toilet. It's like my old Porta Potti. It wouldn't take long for it to fill up with 3 people.
@ravenjk88
@ravenjk88 6 лет назад
Thank you Joe and Kate! A few questions Is there still Solar? And you didn't mention anything about the AC? Also is the skylight still available when the top is down?
@lshobgood
@lshobgood 6 лет назад
Yes. I had these same questions. Other than that, it seemed like a great RV, especially for a couple with a kid.
@genius-no5sl
@genius-no5sl 6 лет назад
Super Cool
@myzen1729
@myzen1729 3 года назад
With the loft like that where you put the solar panels?
@CannaKoffing
@CannaKoffing 2 года назад
The couch bed seems cool but can you tuck away the seat belt buckles?
@Weretherussos
@Weretherussos 2 года назад
Yes, the seat bottom lifts up and you can store the buckles under it.
@TigixPK
@TigixPK 5 лет назад
Why is the fridge so small?
@pint-sizedparadise1419
@pint-sizedparadise1419 5 лет назад
Great video! Thanks for sharing. We’d love to travel across Canada/US in a few years and so far this is the best camper van layout I’ve seen. It seems like one that would actually accommodate a small family comfortably. I also like the two seats right behind the driver’s seat, but I’m curious how easy it is to install a forward facing car seat with them?
@bluepawn
@bluepawn 6 лет назад
I would prefer 1000x a sofa with a cupboard (all in one) and you push down the cupboard and the bed is already prepared... trust me... 1000x more convenient than doing your bed everyday.
@thompsonxander
@thompsonxander 6 лет назад
Why can't we get a hymer car with a rear lounge in Europe?
@markreynolds3850
@markreynolds3850 4 года назад
Thanks for sharing your video awesome thanks
@heidi5719
@heidi5719 6 лет назад
Are y’all considering trading in the van you currently have for a pop up model?
@sewistnotsewer
@sewistnotsewer 6 лет назад
Great walkthrough! I love the couch version, it's so versatile. Is there additional storage added elsewhere with the couch option? That would be my only concern versus the original bed option with all those lovely drawers underneath.
@andrea100a
@andrea100a 6 лет назад
I am curious about the storage space under the bed. We are looking for a van we could store our bikes under the bed. This one looked like we could store our bikes if the bed was up? (2 mountain bikes size large) is that correct? thank you for the review by the way
@basilbourque
@basilbourque 5 лет назад
From what I have seen in the non-Loft Activ models, you will find about 33-34 inches of vertical space below the bed. Be sure to verify if critical for you. Of course, you can travel with the bed in the upright position for entire six feet of vertical space as a garage.
@flon57
@flon57 3 года назад
This is the best van I've seen to sleep 4, but come on now, that table, NO way you can get four plates and glasses for 4
@ranig2848
@ranig2848 2 года назад
Are these available in the US as of 2022?
@edbenson98
@edbenson98 6 лет назад
Nice
@B33333
@B33333 6 лет назад
Thanks for great tour! How much for this RV?? Thanks so much?
@mitchlunge4498
@mitchlunge4498 4 года назад
Too bad the seat belt connectors couldn't be tucked away when making the rear sofa into a bed. Might be a bit uncomfortable.
@oriadivi
@oriadivi 6 лет назад
Is there a/c to the loft area?
@ajrollan5304
@ajrollan5304 6 лет назад
No shower?
@jucatov64
@jucatov64 6 лет назад
Very informative video, what is the price of this model?
@maureentweedly
@maureentweedly 6 лет назад
think about 108K US MSRP
@earlluttimo9864
@earlluttimo9864 Год назад
Is this all wheel drive?
@elisaul2006
@elisaul2006 6 лет назад
Cool, thanks
@r99pinball24
@r99pinball24 6 лет назад
Does the loft edition not have solar up top like yours?
@campingboy9213
@campingboy9213 6 лет назад
Is there enough room in the loft area to leave all your bedding up there when its closed?
@maryminnesota7845
@maryminnesota7845 6 лет назад
Thanks for the video. I would like to suggest you add the info that you no longer are able to respond to questions in the ABOUT THIS VIDEO part of the information. Thanks.
@oriadivi
@oriadivi 6 лет назад
Is it available to purchase now?
@shunsato6621
@shunsato6621 6 лет назад
Seven people while you traveling I wonder?
@trawetsmarb926
@trawetsmarb926 5 лет назад
can anyone tell me how much the van costs
@SeeAl4Rokn
@SeeAl4Rokn 6 лет назад
Emptying a cassette toilet is burdensome and gross. You have to empty the gray tank anyway. Tell Hymer to install a black tank, then it's perfect and I'm buying. Thanks for the review.
@hikenrv
@hikenrv 6 лет назад
Nice review and an interesting option. Did I miss this, but is the AC now removed? Also, with 7 passengers I suspect you would close to your load limit, though very handy if you just carrying people about town. Overall, reminded me of the old westfalia with the pop top. Nice memory.
@maureentweedly
@maureentweedly 6 лет назад
Underneath AC
@flon57
@flon57 2 года назад
Plenty of room at the back for 4 people but that table is not big enough for 4 people to dine
@Tru2025
@Tru2025 5 лет назад
Hi there @We're the Russos, could you help me figure out if there is a place in this van for a child seat? Usually we need a three point seat belt or a waist belt + anchor.
@gruivis
@gruivis 6 лет назад
One potential downside you didn't mention is that a mountain lion or cougar might gain entry through the pop up resulting in a threesome (not the fun kind). Otherwise an excellent review.
@gwailotus9154
@gwailotus9154 5 лет назад
price?
@tacored1290
@tacored1290 6 лет назад
Nice unit but not for me. Great guys.
@stevenholt3709
@stevenholt3709 6 лет назад
sounds like you are ready to trade up Joe!
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