Thank you for such a thorough tour and such helpful commentary. I’m a former Chalet A-frame RV owner. Had many, many fun times in it. I’m considering an A-Liner, and I really appreciate the time you took to make and post this video.
I could hear fine. Was interested in after a few years of use how walls and roof held up. Enjoyed your review. I'm thinking about recommended one for my tent camping daighter.
@@kevinkelly1827 thank you, I often wondered why some ppl stated that they couldn’t hear me on the video, but anyways the camper has held up pretty well, we haven’t had to do any repairs in more than 3 years since the purchase, the only issue I had is the foam on top of rear wall came loose, and it needs to be glued back, but I haven’t had that done yet, and it hasn’t leaked or anything. I would definitely recommend this little trailer if someone wants to upgrade from tent camping. Definitely more comfortable and you don’t need to worry about the weather that much.
Thanks, this was very helpful. We have considered teardrops because we like the exterior galley concept, but they are very expensive for what is essentially a bed on wheels. We have also considered ALiners, but the big ones are more than we want to spend for occasional camping. This is the sweet spot. I didn't know you could forgo the A/C. I was also concerned about it poking out. We also didn't need a stove since we prefer to cook outside. My only concern is reports of the bubble window leaking. I hope they have addressed this issue.
Fortunately we have not experienced any leaking from the bubble window, and we definitely feel like this type of A frame camper feels way more comfortable than the teardrops.
@@frank_wu318 glad to hear you've had no leak problems. This reminds me of the Starcraft popup we had when our boys were 11 and 13. We drove from Georgia to California and back on a 30 day trip and had a blast. We slept in the camper every night. We'll retire in a year or so and want to explore the West.
I guess the Scout Lite fits your needs…. But I like the Aliner LXE that has a wet bath as well as a kitchen with a stove and a fridge. Hope you had a great time camping
If you prefer the wet bath and stove inside, LXE is definitely one for you, we didn’t find it that useful since we mostly stay at state and regional parks, hope you get yours soon if you haven’t gotten one already, we love ours.
This would be perfect little camper for you and the cat, you could have the permanent dinette set up in the rear, and we get around 19-20 mpg which is not bad for towing, especially with high gas prices nowadays.
That was an option from the factory, we ordered ours with the wind assist and front soft dormer. Since Scour Lite is the smallest ALiner, hard dormers are not offered from the factory, but we prefer the soft dormer.
If I can ask, what kind of mpg do you get (with and without for comparison)? And with the toilet, where do you use it? And you usually bank on campsites providing showers (because, I guess you aren’t carrying water)? Thanks for the video! (Can hear you just fine).
MPG usually depends on the towing vehicle, We tow with my 2011 X3 or x5 diesel, so I get pretty good mpg, around 20-22mpg. We mostly camp at county or state campgrounds so most have restrooms even showers, so we mostly use the portable toilet at night in the camper since we don’t feel like walking to the restrooms at night.
Nice vid. Question: Can the dormer be installed on either side? I see the Dormer is installed on the bunk side but wouldn't it be better installed on the dinette side for more sitting room? Thanks.
Excellent question, I wish they offered that option, but unfortunately on the Scout Lite model there is only the option of adding a front soft dormer, not rear. Some of the larger ones, you can get both front and rear, hard or soft dormers.
I just bought a 2024 that looks just like it. I wanted the head room with dormer. On Aliner FB page someone told me I need the wind assist bars. I've only opened it once but wasn't that difficult. Are you doing ok without the bars .... what do you think? Ty for your video.
I do have the wind assist kit, and I do use them, but if you are not camping at some real windy places, I don’t believe you really need them, would’ve been better if you ordered them from the factory since I don’t know how good some of diy ones you see on the group page or on TH-cam.
@frank_wu318 I ordered the wind assist bars from Aliner and having them put on next week. I recently bought a truck so I'm ready to get started. First trip is in March. A little nervous, as a newbie, but excited at the same time. I've watched your video several times. Ty for sharing!
I bought it on eBay, you can find plenty of them on there, but to be honest, I would not recommend this one, or this type of tongue box, if I had to do it over again I would probably try to get a bigger one which will allow me to move the battery inside the box.
We absolutely love this little a-frame camper, no regrets whatsoever. This is our first camper as well, and we have been on probably 15-20 short camping trips since we purchased it last year, for the money I don’t think there is better option out there.
I assume you mean the front soft dormer, I think we paid an extra $1300 for it, and by the way there is no hard dormer for the scout lite, hard dormers are only available on the bigger models.
@@coffeedollsvp I think 13 is fine, this 2021 year model came with the 14s, which ALiner listed as an off-road model, but honestly I don’t anyone should take this thing off-road 🤪🤪🤪
@Frank Wu i just went to anza borrego fish creek wash area...it cleared most of the rocks....i thnk a little taller tire would help me in my off road pursuits....i enjoy ur videos..
Thanks Alex, I’ll try to do that if I do another video on the camper next time, it was really quiet at the campground when I shot the video, didn’t want to wake ppl up from their naps … lol.
When I had a Chalet A-frame, in RV parks there was usually a nearly constant stream of people admiring it and wanting to check it out. It was so much fun because you really got to meet a lot of people from all over the country. No one ever called it ugly lol.
to be born again ty Acts 2:38 “Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.”
Keep your religion to yourself, please, most of us have been exposed to this for most of our lives. We don't need you to remind us. It is time to move on from children's stories.
Thank you for such a thorough tour and such helpful commentary. I’m a former Chalet A-frame RV owner. Had many, many fun times in it. I’m considering an A-Liner, and I really appreciate the time you took to make and post this video.
Glad it was helpful!
I’m old and I could hear you just fine. Great video and thank you for it.
Great video! Very informative
Very nice camper love it !
Nice introduction. Thank you.
Nice camper love it enjoy.
Good review of a nice camper.
Thank you!
I could hear fine. Was interested in after a few years of use how walls and roof held up. Enjoyed your review. I'm thinking about recommended one for my tent camping daighter.
@@kevinkelly1827 thank you, I often wondered why some ppl stated that they couldn’t hear me on the video, but anyways the camper has held up pretty well, we haven’t had to do any repairs in more than 3 years since the purchase, the only issue I had is the foam on top of rear wall came loose, and it needs to be glued back, but I haven’t had that done yet, and it hasn’t leaked or anything. I would definitely recommend this little trailer if someone wants to upgrade from tent camping. Definitely more comfortable and you don’t need to worry about the weather that much.
Wao! No words! Beautiful!
Nice camper and presentation.
Thank you.
Thanks, this was very helpful. We have considered teardrops because we like the exterior galley concept, but they are very expensive for what is essentially a bed on wheels. We have also considered ALiners, but the big ones are more than we want to spend for occasional camping. This is the sweet spot. I didn't know you could forgo the A/C. I was also concerned about it poking out. We also didn't need a stove since we prefer to cook outside.
My only concern is reports of the bubble window leaking. I hope they have addressed this issue.
Fortunately we have not experienced any leaking from the bubble window, and we definitely feel like this type of A frame camper feels way more comfortable than the teardrops.
@@frank_wu318 glad to hear you've had no leak problems. This reminds me of the Starcraft popup we had when our boys were 11 and 13. We drove from Georgia to California and back on a 30 day trip and had a blast. We slept in the camper every night. We'll retire in a year or so and want to explore the West.
I guess the Scout Lite fits your needs….
But I like the Aliner LXE that has a wet bath as well as a kitchen with a stove and a fridge.
Hope you had a great time camping
If you prefer the wet bath and stove inside, LXE is definitely one for you, we didn’t find it that useful since we mostly stay at state and regional parks, hope you get yours soon if you haven’t gotten one already, we love ours.
Real nice...
Thank you, it’s a great little camper.
Definitely the one for me and the cat. Don't need the 24' TT I have now and this one will fit in the garage.
This would be perfect little camper for you and the cat, you could have the permanent dinette set up in the rear, and we get around 19-20 mpg which is not bad for towing, especially with high gas prices nowadays.
@@frank_wu318 Actually I don't need a dinette, never use mine. I'd use that space for a covered litter box and storage.
great video. thank you.
Where did you have the dormer installed? I have the 2023 Aliner Scout Lite and would love to have that feature.
That was an option from the factory, we ordered ours with the wind assist and front soft dormer. Since Scour Lite is the smallest ALiner, hard dormers are not offered from the factory, but we prefer the soft dormer.
If I can ask, what kind of mpg do you get (with and without for comparison)?
And with the toilet, where do you use it?
And you usually bank on campsites providing showers (because, I guess you aren’t carrying water)?
Thanks for the video! (Can hear you just fine).
MPG usually depends on the towing vehicle, We tow with my 2011 X3 or x5 diesel, so I get pretty good mpg, around 20-22mpg.
We mostly camp at county or state campgrounds so most have restrooms even showers, so we mostly use the portable toilet at night in the camper since we don’t feel like walking to the restrooms at night.
@@frank_wu318Gotcha. Makes sense. Thanks for taking the time to respond!
Cabin in the woods 😁
Nice vid. Question: Can the dormer be installed on either side? I see the Dormer is installed on the bunk side but wouldn't it be better installed on the dinette side for more sitting room? Thanks.
Excellent question, I wish they offered that option, but unfortunately on the Scout Lite model there is only the option of adding a front soft dormer, not rear. Some of the larger ones, you can get both front and rear, hard or soft dormers.
I just bought a 2024 that looks just like it. I wanted the head room with dormer. On Aliner FB page someone told me I need the wind assist bars. I've only opened it once but wasn't that difficult. Are you doing ok without the bars .... what do you think? Ty for your video.
I do have the wind assist kit, and I do use them, but if you are not camping at some real windy places, I don’t believe you really need them, would’ve been better if you ordered them from the factory since I don’t know how good some of diy ones you see on the group page or on TH-cam.
thank you. @@frank_wu318
@frank_wu318 I ordered the wind assist bars from Aliner and having them put on next week. I recently bought a truck so I'm ready to get started. First trip is in March. A little nervous, as a newbie, but excited at the same time. I've watched your video several times. Ty for sharing!
Where did you purchase the box on front? Having a heck of a time finding one that fits.
I bought it on eBay, you can find plenty of them on there, but to be honest, I would not recommend this one, or this type of tongue box, if I had to do it over again I would probably try to get a bigger one which will allow me to move the battery inside the box.
Frank it’s Aug/22 - I was wondering are you still pleased with your camper? I’m thinking of buying it for my first time camper.
We absolutely love this little a-frame camper, no regrets whatsoever. This is our first camper as well, and we have been on probably 15-20 short camping trips since we purchased it last year, for the money I don’t think there is better option out there.
@@frank_wu318 Awesome! I'm also looking to getting one, looks like it is small enough fit in a garage just fine. Thanks for the video :P
@@flamecrow since this is the smallest model, it should fit in the garage.
What did you pay for the soft pop up? Thank you.
I assume you mean the front soft dormer, I think we paid an extra $1300 for it, and by the way there is no hard dormer for the scout lite, hard dormers are only available on the bigger models.
Hello...what size rims tires u have?
I believe 14
@@frank_wu318 thanks..i have 13 on my a frame...i thought thats kinda low for a trailer
@@coffeedollsvp I think 13 is fine, this 2021 year model came with the 14s, which ALiner listed as an off-road model, but honestly I don’t anyone should take this thing off-road 🤪🤪🤪
@Frank Wu i just went to anza borrego fish creek wash area...it cleared most of the rocks....i thnk a little taller tire would help me in my off road pursuits....i enjoy ur videos..
@@coffeedollsvp TY and Good for you!
How much was it to add a dormer ? I just bought a scout.
When we bought it I think add on cost was around 1500.
Thank you
Do you need to install trailer breaks for this unit?
Brakes.
Tried to listen while driving and can't hear, volume way too low.
Must have a shit whip if you can't connect to your Bluetooth 🤣🤣 only banter bro ✌️
A good vid. But sounds like you're whispering.
Haha ….. trying not to bother the nice folks at the campground.
It's the Bob Ross of Aliner tours. "Happy little popup" 😁
Nice camper.... speak louder if able please thank you
Thanks Alex, I’ll try to do that if I do another video on the camper next time, it was really quiet at the campground when I shot the video, didn’t want to wake ppl up from their naps … lol.
You are pseaking so low, I can hardly understand you, even with my volume high!
Thanks for the feedback, I’ll try to speak louder next time, hope you find the video helpful.
thanks!
I know it's supposed to be shaped like a house and everything but that's the ugliest camper i've seen. 😂
You are definitely entitled to your opinion, it’s not for everyone, but we love it.
When I had a Chalet A-frame, in RV parks there was usually a nearly constant stream of people admiring it and wanting to check it out. It was so much fun because you really got to meet a lot of people from all over the country. No one ever called it ugly lol.
Hey let's make a date line video where no one can hear
to be born again ty Acts 2:38
“Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.”
Keep your religion to yourself, please, most of us have been exposed to this for most of our lives. We don't need you to remind us. It is time to move on from children's stories.