World's LIGHTEST Affordable Trailer!

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Towed by any car, suv, or motorcycle this small travel trailer is the world's lightest affordable trailer that you can buy in North America. You don't necessarily need a vehicle with a large towing capacity. You need a trailer small enough to tow with anything. This is the best of both worlds. A small camper like a teardrop, but made with fiberglass which is typically only found on larger ultra light travel trailers like Scamp trailers and Casitas. And stick around to the end of this video, we will be highlighting the two other lightest camper trailers on the market. All three of these trailers can be used for motorcycle camping and are small enough to fit in your garage.
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@airbrushken5339 11 месяцев назад

I'm a retired art teacher living in Australia after the Vietnam War and 9 years US Army... never owned a trailer, just 2 VW Camper vans all through the 60's and one long wheel based Chevy I converted back in the 70's (2 sons ... before I was in the Army I was a Bump and Paint guy in Michigan,which has more boats than ANY state, so I was taught how to fix fiber glass. I built my tear drop with the floor being Marine grade plywood foam insulation under wire screen and then 3 layers of fiberglass. I sprayed it with "Tuff Coat" spray paint, which is a rubber like finish for pick up trucks. I used "Carriage bolts" through the floor into the 5 X 8 trailer frame so any time I can just unhook the battery box, unbolt the 8 bolts and lift the camper off the trailer to fix. I did put it on a friend's hoist to check it...looked fine after 2 years. I've repaired fiberglass boats and a few Chevrolet Corvettes some years ago... easy, just the gel coat matching it up to the old surface coat.

@OrganistRichardBunbury 3 года назад

I like the factual and sensible approach that you take with presenting the product. You not only feature the pros, but you mention shortcomings. And you do this in a very professional way without having to resort to acting goofy, etc. Most importantly we get the information we need in order to learn about the product.

@KaltrinaDemiri 3 года назад

This would be great for me to pull behind my small car.

@shaunhall6834 2 года назад

Was thinking the same thing.

@misterspot1552 2 года назад

Me too. But, Ford Motor Company say not to pull a trailer.

@timjohnson1199 2 года назад

That's just what I was thinking. Keeping things very simple you can still bring plenty of stuff to live comfortably and cook up a storm outside. I'm getting a small hybrid truck and this would complement it.

@timjohnson1199 2 года назад

@@misterspot1552 This little thing probably wasn't on their radar when they were saying "trailer". I would consider it.

@abbyarnold4477 2 года назад

It's to light to pull behind a vehicle .

@duranconstruction1086 2 года назад

A runaway trailer would also be a viable option if your looking for simplicity, light weight and low cost. It’s price range is $5K - $7.5k

@PalmdaleGal 2 года назад

I have had my Runaway camper since mid-2014. Still love it.

@sixpackbinky Год назад

There are good ones cheaper

@stephendickinson4647 Год назад

With my 2019 Runaway Coolcamp, I deleted the air conditioner and put another window on the rear end. Less weight and more air flow for me, since don’t need the air conditioner in northern areas where I camp in Canada.

@HR-wd6cw 3 года назад

$10k for the low-end model isn't bad. I think the biggest appeal here is the towability as you can probably tow this even with a small 4 cylinder car (especially if it could be towed with a motorcycle). 40-50 lbs tongue weight is nothing. The problem with most other teardrops, even the Little Guy, is the weight. Some of those are about 1000 lbs which may exceed the towing capacity of some vehicles, but this is something I think you could tow with a small car even though most cars aren't designed for towing -- on weekends I think it would be fine as long as you don't have one of those cars with a tiny 1.5L turob engine but I think something like even a Honda Accord or Toyota Camry could be equipped to tow something like this.

@thesecretasianman6014 3 года назад

As an owner of a teardrop trailer, these would be fine if they were MAYBE $5000. They suck if a summer thunderstorm rolls through the area. Have fun sitting inside a small box (been there done that). I took my air conditioner out so I could use the space for storage since it requires a generator to operate. I'm now eyeing a 6x12 tandem axle cargo trailer to camp in. You can fit a bed, a small table and chairs, and even cook inside if the weather turns crappy. There'll be PLENTY of space for two and a dog.

@BRP42 3 года назад

Thanks for doing the research on the price Drew. Just another reason I really appreciate your channel! Hope you and your family are doing well!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Thank you! It was actually fun hearing cheerful people on the other side of the phone. Up here this time of year everyone’s getting a bit grumpy with the lack of vitamin D. Haha. Things are going well just a busy season with moving. The family is really excited to hit the road and do some camping. Do you own a camper? And if so do you take your dogs? This is a video I would like to make this summer about dogs and camping.

@BRP42 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks No camper yet. We just got a large Nissan truck, so thinking about what to get. Probably not soon though, 'cause... you know truck payments? :) My dog is about 18 years old and we have taken him camping, but he's a bit wobbly so we haven't taken him a lot lately. If you do a video about taking the dogs, a couple of things you can include are: harnessing the dog while driving (honestly, I never did this, but some folks suggest it) and how to give them some freedom while keeping them on a leash (we strung a rope between two trees at about the height of a short leash and threaded the leash on the rope so they could run back and forth. You can also mention one of those big screw in the ground tie downs, but we found them to be a bit limiting. Thanks again!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

@@BRP42 Thanks for sharing all this. You must be doing something right with your dog's lifestyle. We have never had a dog up in years like yours. However, our dogs have all been pretty big.

@mehchocolate1257 2 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks tiny ass camper 😂😂😂😂

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

One thing I forgot to point out. When you are looking at a trailer like this you get kind of caught up in the fact that inside it has enough space to do anything you want. But you need to remind yourself that there is not additional gear storage. This really isn’t a big deal it just means that you need to haul your gear in the trailer during transport. This means you will take out the gear and move it to the vehicle or outside when you get to the campsite. I said it’s not a big deal because if you’ve seen our teardrop our galley is really small. So we store most of our gear inside the cabin.

@royshidler3351 3 года назад

I've seen ur tear drop. I drive trk over the rd for a living in the lower 48. So I'm used to living in small spaces. Really enjoy ur info. Thanks b safe

@amandamoorhouse7378 3 года назад

It would be great if you can make toilet/shower recommendations together with these small trailers. Thanks

@renegade7493 3 года назад

Beautiful family

@royshidler3351 3 года назад

I understand that clearly. I've lived in a Freightliner driving otr in lower 48 for 3 yrs now. I've been driving something for 34 or 35 years now.

@timjohnson1199 2 года назад

Where are you located?

@DIYOutdoorLife 3 года назад

Really cool! So many options these days. Thanks for helping spread the word!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Glad you liked it. That really is our hope to give people a bigger picture of what’s out there. We all have different camping needs and I think there’s a trailer out there for everyone.

@0311shep 2 года назад

I've been looking at this to pull behind my VW super beetle. We have plans to take old route 66 to the west coast, then follow highway 1 up the coast and then head back to the east coast. Thanks for the review because I think I am sold on this.

@jodybogdanovich4333 3 года назад

So now I know why the Scamp has carpeted walls, which I always found to be very weird! Great video, Drew, with a lot of info.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

You sound like May and I. When we first started checking out Scamps we were wondering if it was for sound dampening. Then we thought maybe people liked the way it looked and felt. Haha. May and I at that time said "If we ever get a Scamp the first thing we are doing is removing that rat fur." Well, we don't think that way anymore. We instantly noticed the difference between the Scamp with no carpet and our teardrop. Huge difference in moisture management. And that is saying a lot when you think how large the scamp is in volume vs. our little teardrop. It is still tough for us though. We love the look of a carpet free wall, sometimes I still think we would go no carpet and accept our fate just to have a cleaner looking wall. And one bonus, it is a lot easier to wipe down clean if there is no carpet.

@mikemead2315 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks 1-1.5 pounds of water loss per person sleeping. Got to go somewhere. Camping, it always seemed to go to the nice cold tent walls. I hated the morning “inside rain” when someone bumped the tent walls 😳. Not an issue in the dry southwest.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

@@mikemead2315 That is quite the stat. I would never have guessed it was that high. Yes, the morning "inside rain." I used to wake up yelling "don't touch the sides." I think it became a natural reaction over the years.

@richardhouvener6423 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks When I was in the market for an FG trailer, I went to see a Casita 17 at someone's house. When I stepped into the trailer I thought the carpet on the walls and ceiling was the weirdest thing I ever saw. After sitting in it for about 15 minutes with the owners discussing various pros and cons of the trailer (they loved it) I forgot about the carpet. Since I have had one of my own for 4 years now, I would not trade the carpet for smooth walls for anything. Moisture control, sound deadening and insulation are all big plus factors but the best thing for me is that the trailer just feels so cozy. I love it.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

@@richardhouvener6423 You have a really good point when you said "I forgot about the carpet." It really does become normal after a while, but when you first see it you can see why folks give it the name rat fur. Haha.

@daniellesimone7769 2 года назад

Yes, as the previous commenter said - you are very good with your presentation; clear, concise, slow enuf to be understood, and most of all - seemingly kind in your manner. Thank you for sharing.

@mikemead2315 3 года назад

No rot. No corrosion. Awning windows. Sleek design. Very very very light. Impressive!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

I didn't even think about the no corrosion with the aluminum frame and wheels. I am going to have to keep that in the back of my head when I reference other trailers. That is a big advantage!

@yokikokudou 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks ohh...thanks for that info! Just to confirm the aluminum is the bar frame, right? So should one want additional protection from corrosion cause by passing thru a out of muds & potholes, just need to paint the bottom supporting bars?

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

@@yokikokudou You know I always wondered why these manufacturers don't have to scuff up the aluminum and add some paint, powder coating, or anodize them. But, if you notice the highest priced trailers typically use untreated aluminum. Yes, there is a weight savings in aluminum but they also say they are corrosion resistant. So basically they don't rust. What happens is the aluminum will oxidize, but it actually protects the underlying unoxidized aluminum. Meaning what I showed in the video (the bar frame as you referred to it) will eventually get a white cover (oxidized) which prevents the aluminum from corroding. Hope this makes sense. Still in the process of learning all of this myself.

@galacticwarlock2271 3 года назад

Oh yeah.

@yokikokudou 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks oh so it work like those shipping container where the outer layer react to protects the inner layer! C😎ol!!! Guess that camper may need repaint after 6-10yrs of use just like a shipping container gets to retire for other purpose after life at sea! Good enough!!!

@friedpickles342 2 года назад

10k too much man.

@mrspeigle1 2 месяца назад

Agreed, better to just buy a nice tent.

@la_old_salt2241 2 месяца назад

Or hotel room.

@RhysWerner 26 дней назад

Behold second hand

@mrdave22 3 года назад

you should own your own rv sales lot. your enthusiasm is off the charts. follow your passion, very well done review as always. that earth traveler was cool. one starts at 10,000 the other 30,000 ouch!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

I really appreciate this comment. I’m glad my heart for these little trailers is showing through. Discovering these trailers has become a bit of an addiction. I feel bad for all the buyers out there. So hard to make a decision once you realize how many options are available. But like you said with price, sometimes that makes the decision much easier

@kyongbriggs8488 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks best presentation ever - informative and unbiased-Tones

@rabbi7933 3 года назад

I love your review videos. I just wish manufacturers were having you field test. Those videos would go a long way.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

That was actually the plan before Covid hit. But, with Covid nothing was open in California when we were down there. BUT, we did just beg out way into a 3 month field test of a teardrop trailer this summer. Pretty excited about that. We will do our best to get more field tests in the future. That really is the ultimate goal. When we aren't sharing camping gear and tips we want to be highlighting trailers from our perspective in the field. And letting people get to know the manufacturers a little bit more. I am a sucker for the story behind these little trailers.

@rabbi7933 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks sounds like an awesome combo!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

👍

@OverlandTrailer 3 года назад

Thanks Drew! Just an interesting twist on this trailer. I immediately recognized the floor material. It does have fiber in it but it isn't fiberglass. It is a synthetic composite that is used in aerospace and manufactured in North Dakota. Just a random FYI while watching this vid. Great review as always!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Good eye. Okay, you are going to have to share with me how to identify this. What are the identifying traits? Is it the gray color? The length of the fibers? I have seen quite a few pieces of equipment with this gray color. I always assumed it was fiberglass just using a different resin. Thanks in advance for any info you can provide. Love learning new little things!

@OverlandTrailer 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks I recognized it because I have some of it and have used it for projects. The gray is a clue, the way the fibers are laid in is a clue, and I know it's used by some companies in the RV industry. I've looked at using it too. It is also virtually fireproof. I looked through some emails from the supplier and they call it Thermo-Lite Board.

@oldmillrd8153 3 года назад

Before I moved up to my Chalet A-frame I had a Leesure Lite pop-up motorcycle camper made in British Columbia. 250 lbs, 17 lb tongue weight, 5 1/2 ' long when folded, 11 ' long when opened, 84" long 52" wide bed. Can stand up in it with the bed deployed, sets up in 1 min. Lots of storage in side when folded down and many options too. A great little camper I polled all over the US with my Honda Element. If you get a chance check them out and 1/2 the price of the fiberglass campers. Had mine in all kinds of weather with no problem. And did I mention you can STAND UP in them.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

This is the type of design we have been looking at. Seems very popular in Australia. But, didn't realize there were versions in Canada. You sold us with STAND UP and being able to store items in transport. Thank you so much for sharing this.

@laurihart5842 3 года назад

We had a pop up motorcycle camper for years. I bought it used and we loved it....except when it was down to near freezing. Which is a problem in the western US at altitude during spring & fall. We towed it with a Ford Explorer and could barely tell it was back there. Easy to store. Easy to move by hand. But insulation is a need for us based on the number of camping nights we’ve hit freezing every year. That and getting older and liking a toilet in/near the rig. 😊

@oldmillrd8153 3 года назад

@@laurihart5842 I used a buddy heater. Almost too warm with it even in the teens!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

@@laurihart5842 Thank you for sharing this Lauri. If you are camping in those temps I see the need for the upgrade.

@mikemead2315 3 года назад

I kind’a hope the camping craze goes on a bit longer in order to get more of the innovative camper designs. Hoping for Scamp and equivalent competitors that actually change the whole camping landscape. Currently hard to compete with the basics: teardrop, pop-up, Scamp, and enclosed trailer conversion.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Good point here Mike. I have heard rumors that there will be other companies outside the industry entering the market. I think the market could use a bit of a shakeup. And it wouldn't hurt if someone mass produced a camper that could be afforded by the general public. But, at the same time I also want to see more and more of these niche trailers. Yes, they are expensive. But, to the right person they are worth their weight in gold.

@a99miata 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks as you said expensive....I know there is a profit to be made within a certain time frame but why price yourself out of the market before you get going?

@s.porter8646 2 года назад

We just picked up one of these, also own the mypod, we rent both out to mostly electric vehicles, the Helio has some trade offs, get the comfort version, you'll be glad to have A/C, also since we have a tent enclosure, storage is in the added living room. These are super awsone quality too.

@markdrumheller185 3 года назад

Well, a Can Am RT is shown pulling this but keep in mind that the towing capacity is only 400 lbs. This maxes out before you even start. Add some supplies and a second person on the bike and you may be asking for trouble. Just my opinion though.

@donaldwright900 2 года назад

First found out about these from this video which is funny as they are built a couple of hours from me. I just purchased mine this week and picked it up from a dealer 4 hours away. Hard to find stock. I towed it home with my Subaru Outback which has a 4 cylinder turbo and I could not feel it behind the car and did not notice any difference in gas mileage. Of course it was mostly empty so will see how it is on first trip in 2 weeks. I will also tow it behind my Spyder but have to put a hitch on it. It is very well made and came with the add on tent vestibule, AC, 30 amp + 15 adapter, electric brakes, solar hookup, battery etc.

@daniellesimone7769 2 года назад

You really are excellent with your presentation. I will look into this trailer; thanks for sharing!

@MarkLoves2Fly 2 года назад

This is SUPER! My VW Bug could pull this!

@SherryAnnOfTheWest 3 года назад

Wow ... love the Earth Traveler, but it STARTS at $30K!!!! The Helio isn't bad, I found one for $12K ... but that still seems like an awful lot when you can buy a better teardrop for less....

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Yes, isn't that Earthtraveler neat! I looked at their specs and they put the best components on them. Like offroad quality components. Which is another thing that would drive up the price. To me the trailer doesn't seem like it would need that high end of components when it is that light. The higher price tag of the Helio would be for us fiberglass enthusiasts. Yes, there are nicer teardrops out there, but no fiberglass teardrops at that price range.

@jamesdickman8315 3 года назад

I have a lil-guy trailer and the tent I got to go with it has an opening for the right side door. And the tent is tight to the side of the trailer and has extra material to accommodate the fender and wheel.

@MikeOnTheHomestead 3 года назад

I get a kick out of comments like “look at how big this is” or “ look at how much space there is” in these tiny mobile tents like we are trying to be convinced these are not small campers...and for $10k - $14k. Rip off!!!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Haha. Yes, I completely get your point when it is a salesman talking about a camper. But, in this case it is me, a small camper enthusiast. I own a 4X8 teardrop that I absolutely love, but it is pretty tiny. So when I see a camper like this that is almost half the size outside, but just as large inside as my 4X8 I can't help but get excited. The nerd in me comes out fast! And yes the small camper industry brings with it high prices. Trailers in 2021 are giving quite a few folks sticker shock.

@MikeOnTheHomestead 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks totally cool if tiny campers are your thing! I have my nerd interests too! Price is crazy though! You can buy a small car for that...video was very informative though

@coachron3524 3 года назад

Drew I love the small trailer simplicity but, I need to stand up in it. This is why I’m considering the Aliner Ascape. Have you reviewed one of these?

@Jack_Gatsby 3 года назад

@JudithLawrence718 3 года назад

They don't make them anymore.

@coachron3524 3 года назад

@@JudithLawrence718 Thank you for this info, much appreciated.

@sweetnawesome23 Год назад

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@tonyalewis9053 2 месяца назад

I learned long ago that small, efficient, and clever costs more than big, inefficient, and cheap. It’s a nice little camper for a small tow-vehicle.

@joshua.harazin 3 года назад

Nice little trailer! (reverse teardrop? drop-tear? pordraet?). I'm loving the innovative lightweight designs that are coming out; It gives more people the opportunity to get out there without having to up-size their vehicle. Just wanted to throw out another lightweight option... Road Toad out of Necedah WI. 5x8 with 2 doors, between 400-470 lbs. Made by Camp-Inn. I was going to post this comment last week, but I just got my order in for one yesterday and didn't want to increase the wait time. 😂

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

I am so glad you shared this! And also glad you waited to share until you got your build deposit in! Haha. I love how this looks just like our teardrop, but half the weight. Big fan of Camp-Inn. And had no idea they made this little trailer. I am going to have to reach out to them and see if we can stop by one of these days.

@slap_A_flamingo 2 года назад

When he got in the door. Look at this.....BANG 🤣🤣🤣 That make me laugh man. Quality control as well. I needed that laugh.

@kimhorton6109 3 года назад

Not sure what affordable is but the Canadian Company make a folding camper trailer that weighs only 220 pounds. Plenty of storage for a week’s trip any time. They have cost in the neighborhood of $5,000 for years.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

That price sounds much more reasonable. This trailer we said affordable in terms of composite fiberglass small trailers. Basically solid wall construction

@cw804 2 года назад

What I like most is the awning egress windows. Wish I could find those online for a diy project I hope to do. Like they can be left open, even if just a little, when raining.

@miriamkenrick3971 Год назад

I love the variety you show. I am disappointment that brakes and break away system is not part of the trailer but rather an upgrade. If you are towing with a small vehicle you need help controlling its movement on your small TV. First, timers have to remember to do the math of towing it may turn out not to be safe. I saw a Gnome trailer this camping season. Pretty sweet looking build from here in Alberta, maybe you could review so I could see the inside, weird to ask at a campground

@yvesch40 2 года назад

Had this for 3 years behind my goldwing....it was wonderful.....The lightest model......Sad we can't put pics here....

@PlayingwithSticks 2 года назад

Agreed! I think one of the best features would be the ability to share photos on here.

@garypotter5569 2 года назад

Am I alone in thinking that even $14,000 for a unit like this that is luggage-compartment size is waay OP?

@cybertrk 3 года назад

That would pay for a lot of hotel or campground stays

@bethhurst6231 3 года назад

I agree, especially when you add in the gasoline savings of not hauling a trailer. On the other hand, there are advantages to hauling around something you have personalized for yourself.

@Chubbydippin Год назад

Interesting little trailer. I wish more small trailer manufacturers would use the awning type windows for better watershedding use when open while it's raining. Maybe it's a cost issue. But I don't get why so many only come with the horizontally opening windows. Any rain coming down at even the slightest angle could seep in to some degree. Same goes for the independent suspension. A small trailer like the Road Toad with independent suspension would be ideal to help reduce or limit bouncing travel concerns since they're so lightweight. Hadn't heard it these trailers. Thanks for the segment. As always, good stuff Drew.

@s.porter8646 3 года назад

Bro we love the MYPOD, roomy for the wife me, and a 70 pound dog. The downside, once you get a mypod, your on your own, dealers have a take the money and run, all the components can be replace by anyone that can operate a screw driver...great reviews man keep the vids rolling

@getlosttoday4045 3 года назад

Moisture is a problem Drew no doubt.I have found out that if I crack my fan vent and 1 side window I have very little to non. Happy camping!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing this. Nice to know it can be that simple to eradicate the issue.

@cashstore1 3 года назад

I had a much lighter trailer I pulled with my Yamaha Venture. It pulled it ok, but knocked off 35% of the gas mileage. With this trailer I would assume it uses much more gas as pulling 400 pounds is a lot of weight for a bike, as you have to include wind resistance. Probably would be fine for short trips, but would think this trailer would be great for a small car like a Versa. If the trailer costs 10k that would be more than what I paid new for my Versa in 2009.

@questioner1596 2 года назад

At a steady speed on level road, weight doesn't affect fuel consumption, only drag (perhaps weight adds more tire deflection, but that's minor). Since this is only 4' wide, I'm quite curious what your trailer was to be more efficient?

@cashstore1 2 года назад

@@questioner1596 I live out west in the mountains. We don't have much in the way of level on our roads.

@questioner1596 2 года назад

@@cashstore1, then weight is a bigger factor than if you were in Saskatchewan or Kansas.

@Ultrafrozen 3 года назад

I prefer fiberglass to chicken feathers. I've been drooling over the Helio lineup for a while, great construction. Those Quebecers know how to work fiberglass.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Yes fiberglass sounds a little more safe doesn’t it. Haha.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

So I’ve spent bit of time on motorcycles but they’ve all been on the smaller side. Nothing I would feel comfortable towing a small camper with. For those of you who are avid riders how many ccs or what specific horsepower do you think you would be comfortable with if you were to tow this? Would you say it comes down to the weight of the bike and the stopping power/distance vs towing power?

@charlesh5001 3 года назад

At least 1200 cc, a touring bike, but something with this profile I'd also prefer a trike. It's just too tall for comfort and safety for me. There are other folding motorcycle camper options where I'd go down to 900 cc for some of them.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

@@charlesh5001 We were hoping someone would respond to this. Thank you Charles! Good point on the profile.

@samus4799 2 года назад

It's definitely more about the weight than the power. Never tow more than half the weight of the motorcycle+ occupants.

@jenniferkneller1228 Год назад

The Prolite Suite is another one you should review. It's fibreglass as well, and comes in at 590lbs with a tongue weight of 55 lbs. You can stand up in it.

@massboy11 3 года назад

I love the design, light weight of it.....windows and larger door. I have a 2015 Littleguy Mypod Max....basically same idea. Here is my biggest issue with it....those frames were known to literally crack in half. This happened to me and cost me 500.00 while on vacation to have it fixed by a specialist that could weld aluminum. They never acknowledged the problem or did anything to improve it. That frame looks to be pretty much identical....2x2 aluminum.

@MastaSquidge 2 года назад

They definitely did address it. This was fixed in the 2018 model year. My 2018 is much more stout of a frame than the earlier models. I still wouldn't recommend anyone buy one though unless they get a 2018+ for a significant discount.

@willcameron1860 Год назад

"When I come all the way up here, I have like eight inches"? Classic...

@christopher9626 3 года назад

Great review and I love it! Unfortunately, I'm 6'2" and I have to sleep with my legs straight(I'm weird), But I love the damn thing!

@nicholasdreckshage 3 года назад

I'd really like to see a thorough review / RU-vid video of the Earth Traveler. Most videos I've come across seem manufacture-made, and featured in fairly shallow articles where it doesn't appear the author actually used one. I think the 3-4 person size and weight makes it really interesting option for family with electric car.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Yes, that camper is high on our list. Like you we love the weight and the possibilities for tow vehicles

@rabbi7933 3 года назад

Excellent windows on that trailer. I wish more manufacturers would have more than 1 exit window.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

As a person who battles claustrophobia, I second that!

@gregdobbertien3503 2 года назад

Thanks for being honest on the wait

@jiyeonkimkate 3 года назад

Such a informative video!!!! Me and my husband are interested in buying small trailer and your channel just has what I want to know! Also thank you for your work to let us know the approx price! I think that's the most curious part from the first lol. Subscribed done! ;)

@meadowsz5390 Год назад

I love this review! I'm looking into options for motorcycles so this is very helpful!

@adam-newbloom 3 месяца назад

People... it's expensive because of the materials used to keep it so light - and low volume production. Seriously, some are saying "build your own" well unless you work with fiberglas and can build a 400lb trailer you cannot "mirror" what is here. The appeal is for those who need a super light trailer due to their tow vehicle. I've got a can-am spyder and can see the benefit to this - also my Mazda Miata could tow it easily. it's not cheap, but in the ballpark for what it does for the right situation.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 месяца назад

Amen to that! Thank you.

@VINZBROWN Месяц назад

BRUH. I'm here (on this video) because of my MIATA!! ☺ ☺!!! How is it working out for ☺

@rebeccax1717 2 года назад

Pause 1:03, I am glad that you saw this light weight trailer, funny how when you give up searching boom 🤯 there it is 😃.

@s.porter8646 2 года назад

Definitely get the tent add on, acts like a living room, summer in Washington we had about 10 strangers just come hangout, a few weeks ago at crater lake was in the 30s, the tent was tolerable, again, 10 ppl came and hung out...Drew, sorry if I high jacked you

@UGPVlogsLA 2 года назад

I absolutely love it!! Perfect weight for my LincolnMKZ Hybrid. I’d go for the 600lb one for sure. Insulation and a/c is very important for me since this will be my home for the next year. Thanks again Drew!!!

@PlayingwithSticks 2 года назад

You are most welcome. Love these light weight little campers.

@phxrsx 3 года назад

Looks like I’m tent camping for a few more years.

@istp1967 3 года назад

I WANT ONE!!

@hateliberals2299 3 года назад

we all want one👌👌👌👌🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧

@Andy_M986 3 года назад

$10- $14K for one of those!!! I have 10 acres on the moon,I'll do them a swap.

@LiLBitsDK 3 года назад

I thought the title said AFFORDABLE holy fudge... damn man...

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Haha. Yes I see your point. Affordable is a relative term. In this case it is very affordable in comparison to the other trailers that weigh this amount. We are talking almost $30,000 less.

@lochnessamonster1912 3 года назад

Glad I saw this comment. Thumbs down and moving along!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

@@lochnessamonster1912 Thanks for stopping by.

@MagicPigGames 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks This is my first video of this type. Was thinking "hey, that'd be cool for seeing the country." I've changed my mind. That's too much to see the country.

@jamespaul2587 3 года назад

Great video Drew, these sound like great trailers to pull behind an electric vehicle, light and aerodynamic to reduce impact on range

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

It’s always after these videos I get good ideas for what to share. I’m kicking myself now for not mentioning electric vehicles. Thank you for adding this James

@s.porter8646 3 года назад

We tow our MYPOD with a chevy bolt, not to big a hot on range

@martialman.4563 2 года назад

That is what we are looking for. Putting hitch on Kia Niro now.

@s.porter8646 2 года назад

@@martialman.4563 how do you like the NIRO

@martialman.4563 2 года назад

@@s.porter8646 It's an OK car. Dealer experience was terrible. Also have had a model 3 for over 3 years. Where Niro wins is charging with bike rack or small trailer as you plug it in at the front. No need to unhook just to charge.

@BrooklynAvenue 2 года назад

The price is literally insane, like most overpriced teardrops. Build your own and save 10 K

@PlayingwithSticks 2 года назад

Yep, that is definitely an option. Now saving 10K, that may be tougher than you think. With supply chains backed up at the moment building a teardrop unfortunately is costing folks quite a bit more than it did a few years ago.

@BrooklynAvenue 2 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks I"ve already built three. Each one dramatically cheaper than this. One of them is on a 5 by 10 trailer and features a dining and cooking area. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TL_UZGj2lDw.html

@swerne01 2 года назад

Nice trailer. One thing I noticed: if you open the windows just a little, it looks as though the locking levers for the windows will be sticking quite a way into the cabin making them vulnerable to damage and also possibly able to injure the occupants. Thanks.

@leogallant1127 2 года назад

You could always insulate the bottom with foam board outside and cover with coraplast

@ross1116 2 года назад

Defo a very nice micro camper. Im very impressed with this model.

@ronnironn2986 3 года назад

Very cool. Awesome work. Thank you

@DanielinLaTuna 3 года назад

Very interesting. You intrigued me with the family shots, camping, so I'm gonna look for them too. Cheers, and greetings from SoCal

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Glad it was intriguing. Cheers from Thailand! We have never said that before. That is a first for us as we just got over here.

@CandycaneBeyond Год назад

They want $17k for that. I'd rather have a Toad for less than $7k or a Runaway camper for less than $7k. They also provide more space.

@somethingoutdoors1412 2 года назад

I subscribed because I seen the Gaines in your wife's face. Your a lucky man. My wife is Filipino. They are always happy. Great camper. I'll buy one

@PlayingwithSticks 2 года назад

Thank you! Congrats on finding a great wife. Love the philippines and Filipinos. May is Hmong, but she often has people thinking she is filipina, Korean, Thai, etc. Kind of has that look that fits in many cultures.

@jebmckenzie1688 2 года назад

The Helio website doesn't list any dealers in the USA. Bummer. I'd like to check one out.

@PlayingwithSticks 2 года назад

I wonder how you could find them. We saw ours at little guy trailer in San Diego California they would be a good place to call first. They probably could get you the contact to find the other dealers in the states.

@ahabsbane 3 года назад

I was thinking about the moisture thing, what if you installed something like a 1 or 2 quart bucket in a corner or inner cabinet, then ran a 3/8" tube from the bottom of the bucket through the floor. Fill with road salt and enjoy! The salt will absorb the moisture in the air and condense it in the bucket, where it then runs out the tube. I noticed this happening when a bunch of salt got stuck in my scoop in the garage, might need to be aluminum not sure.

@Itdontmatter69 2 года назад

Ahh little on the heavy side for the Spyder, short pull maybe but not a long trip. Spyder’s are recommended for about 400lb trailer

@Set_your_handle77 3 года назад

5:17 HA! I caught that. Something often said in Michigan... I wonder how common it is. Across the US?

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

So funny! I never knew I pronounced it this way until I heard myself on the video. I got quite the kick out of it. I have a feeling this will be a hard one to unlearn. And I have been consciously listening to how I say the word. Sometimes I naturally say "across" and sometimes I say "acrosst" not sure what context is causing me to choose one over the other.

@muzikmonkeyman1 3 года назад

10 k is not affordable for the average person to own this weekend toy.I do like it but none of my friends can go out and buy things like that. i wish i could, it looks nice.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Yes affordable is a very relative term. I used affordable in the title because it is the most affordable ultralight fiberglass trailer on the market. Some of these other ones I mentioned start at $30,000!

@muzikmonkeyman1 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks very true. Great Videos, very detailed

@chrishardeen1017 3 года назад

At $3k I can see me in one. Unfortunately this is not the case.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Us too. These prices today are tough.

@insano5614 2 года назад

This channel is quality ty!

@PlayingwithSticks 2 года назад

Thank you!

@jimmyr1683 3 года назад

I don't think I like the a/c blowing on top of my head. It would be tough to find a good location in that trailer

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

That is a really good point. I never even considered that when laying in there. My wife would say that AC has to go on day one. She hates air blowing on here like that, even if it is a fan.

@I-Told-U-So 3 года назад

Love it! If a motorcycle can pull it, Toyota anytime!!!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Totally!

@scable-eq7bp 3 года назад

Excellent review Drew, just seems like a lot of money for something so small...

@mikesvirtualhikeandtours1721 3 года назад

I love these reviews you guys have been doing. Keep it up!!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

This is great to hear! Thank you Mike.

@bucktalesoutdoors7566 3 года назад

Nice review Drew, that’s really kind of a cool little trailer. The lightest one you mentioned made from chicken feather composite...... lends itself to a bad joke. Good honest review as always. Pricy ? Yeah, but what isn’t these days ? Thanks

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Haha. I like your bad joke. Would be a great way for my mother to make some money off of all that smelly stuff behind her barn! And your right about the pricey comment. I sure hope this is some kind of trailer bubble we are living in. Or hoping some other larger companies come into the market to keep everyone honest.

@phcusnret 3 года назад

I would love this. I drive a Mini, and I think this would be perfect for it!

@s.porter8646 3 года назад

Look really hard at the mypod, you may like it better, we tow with a bolt

@phcusnret 3 года назад

@@s.porter8646 I will, thank you!

@s.porter8646 3 года назад

@@phcusnret we just camped by crater lake, was cold out, hit 30s, was 60 in the pod without the heater on, man thing is fabulous

@joezephyr 3 года назад

The van is nice but the only place to store gear is on top of the bed. A traditional tear drop allows for side entrance and storage in the back.

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

That is a really good point.

@julievanderleest 3 года назад

You and I have a major difference in the definition of big. Seriously there’s people that are bigger than that. I would love to see Shaq trying to fit in there. That’d be hilarious to see.😂

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Yes big is a relative term. When it comes to small camper owners I don’t picture many people over 6 foot six being interested in one of these. Poor Shaq! I think if he even wanted one of these he probably wouldn’t even be able to fit in a large fifth wheel trailer. 😂 Sounds like somebody needs to start making Shaq sized micro trailers!

@JimGDMAC 3 года назад

You show it being towed by a CanAm Spyder trike, this has a towing limit of 400 pounds so even the lightest has only 11 pounds avilable for your gear, virtually all of your gear will have to be carried on the trike. The other models are much too heavy to be towed bythe Spyder. No problems with a bike or trike towing a trailer as I have been towing with a bike for over 20 years, first with a 550cc then 1200 and finally 1600 cc bike. These teardrop trailers are no use for bikes in the UK as we are restricted in trailer size. (1 meter wide max and 2 meters from rear axle to rear of trailer, loaded weight max of 80% of bike weight.)

@aalyssmith8322 4 месяца назад

Doesn't seem like you could functionally run the air conditioner while sleeping on that side of the trailer. Am I wrong? Thanks for the awesome review!

@Jen.E Год назад

There should be one a bicycle can pull. Homeless people would benefit so much with one.

@MrRobinski 3 года назад

Could they have made it not so sloped on the front to give it more headroom and space inside for gear storage or does this more slope help feel lighter and more economical when towing?

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Yes, my guess would be the sloped design is all for aerodynamics. You see a lot of squardrops on the market, but I have never seen a fiberglass version.

@mikethompson7436 2 года назад

When the wind is blowing rain 💯% comes in

@PlayingwithSticks 2 года назад

Yes. That’s a good point.

@massivecumshot 2 года назад

I'd buy this if priced right. Looks well engineered and thought out.

@PlayingwithSticks 2 года назад

Seeing it in person it was built fairly well. I was impressed.

@DeterminedDIYer 3 года назад

My husband and I are belly sleepers so this trailer won't work for us at 6'2 and 5'11. but it's pretty cool!

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Yes, it would be a bit tight for your sleeping style.

@homelessnomad101 5 месяцев назад

Will be buying a Honda Gold Wing 1800 Trike, wonder if that would pull this with little to know issues.

@valedslinger6290 3 года назад

14 k? Thats 2 1977 Smokey & the Bandit Trans Ams. 5 1971 Datsun 240 z s. 2 Shelby GT 500s. Hmmm? Overpriced a little?

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

Haha. I love how you put that into perspective. But, what I really want to know is how many boxes of cereal would that buy? My friends give me a hard time because I always use boxes of cereal when considering cost. Maybe it is because I go through almost 1 box a day. Bad habit I have.

@davidwalesby Год назад

regarding the moisture in the trailer, it runs down the walls on fiberglass but if you put carpet on walls it doesn't? the carpet will soak up the moisture and you will get black mould in it, the trick would be to vent the moisture otherwise it becomes a biohazard.

@joewoodchuck3824 6 месяцев назад

As long as it's at least ~5' wide. Anything less is cramped for two people. A little wider wouldn't make that much difference in weight.

@paulenright 3 года назад

Wow super small ....great review Drew, amazing what can done with composite materials these days...love to try one of those out especially the earth traveler. all those window, sweet!📽👍

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

We are driving through New Mexico this summer. Really hoping earth traveler will let us check out one of their trailers when we’re down there. Check out their website to see all the outdoor tent add-ons including the pop top it’s amazing! Unfortunately they are putting such high end components on it like timber in suspension that these trailers are pretty pricey. Sometimes I wish these manufacturers would make a base model with components that work, but aren’t designed to rock crawl. And yes like you said it’s so neat what people can do with composite materials!

@jodybogdanovich4333 3 года назад

Might be fabricating them on a 3-D printer in the future 😉

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

@@jodybogdanovich4333 Haha. I laugh, but there is probably some truth in this. Wouldn't be that far stretched.

@paulenright 3 года назад

@@PlayingwithSticks New Mexico bucket list trip.. good on you and the crew .Recently had first shot second due late July then hope border opens. Wife joins me in retirement October.. looking forward to pull teardrop southwest at some point🤞.just check out earth traveler price differently a 2nd mortgage, next life time .However, liking the look of the Oregon trail R overlanders ...exchange rate a price killer though , fun to dream!🇨🇦👋📽👍

@PlayingwithSticks 3 года назад

@@paulenright We are so excited for you. Sounds like your new life is right around the corner. Love when new seasons of life are approaching.