Thanks for the comment. We appreciate it. Our goal is to just share the information we have learned to help you out with your choices. Thanks for watching.
Excellent review! Really enjoyed your tour of the airstream. Concise and detailed. You did not ramble on and on as I have seen other you tubers reviews that do.. You gave just the important information. Keep up the good reviews!
Thanks, we do our best to give the info in an unbiased way. We can't wait to get our hands on some more @airstreams. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.
Excellent presentation Denise - great camerawork Corey! That little unit is very nice! Being a person who likes to cook, that counter space opposite the galley, is just PERFECT for me! I’ve been a Roadtrek owner for decades now, so I’m used to small spaces, but to tell you the truth, that trailer at 16ft, looks bigger inside than my 19ft Class B! I like this unit A LOT...great job as always on this video you two 👍🏼👌🏼👏🏼
Awesome, so glad you liked it. We did have some challenges after using it for 2wks. Like making up the bed was more difficult then you would expect and it started to make us think the other floor plan with the made up bed may be better but then you would loose that counter and storage but you would have a table top so???? I just don't know both would be good for different reasons but it did seem airy and spacious. Glad you liked the video, thanks for watching.
Good to know I think that is a standard feature on the manual Airstream awnings. We did not notice it as an option on this one while we used it but it may have been. Worth looking for though. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
This light weight, small travel trailer is nice looking. Shower and toilet in such a small trailer is awesome! I look forward to hear about the time you both spend in it.
That's exactly what we thought. The bathroom is a must for us and to get it in such a small trailer was exactly what we were looking for. Stay tuned I'm working on the rest as we speak! Thanks for watching.
Pros and cons, there are always those in every trailer. We are for sure looking to do reviews on the Casita and the Oliver as soon as we can get our hands on some. Did you see our reviews of the Escape. It's an awesome similar option. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching
Once again, awesome video and review! We are looking at smaller travel trailers that we can tow behind our truck. What are these Nests going for currently price-wise?
Glad you liked it. At the time this Airstream Nest was a rental for us so it didn't come with a retail price but new, in Canada it would go for around $60,000. But Airstream has stopped producing it so you would most likely be looking at a used one now. It was very cool, light and we liked it but check out our pros and cons video on it for more info. th-cam.com/video/cca3_Zr4GzQ/w-d-xo.html There are other similarly built trailers out there and we are hoping to review some asap but you know... restrictions are getting in the way at the moment. Hint, hint... The Escape trailer is in our future. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.
You ask and you shall receive. This is our pros and cons of the Airstream Nest video and it shows the bed being made up. Check it out. th-cam.com/video/cca3_Zr4GzQ/w-d-xo.html We also did a series of videos while we were in the Nest showing how it travelled and how we used it, check those out too th-cam.com/play/PLdSUUQo7sScznIXhtwjicScilDttsiVsE.html Hope you like them. Thanks for watching.
Lovely looking caravan. It looks like a great beginner caravan for someone just starting out, who doesn't need or want a behemoth caravan to tow, if you have a small truck, or early Toyota Tacoma truck to tow it with. Or if you're looking to downsize to a smaller caravan. :)
With an electric only fridge and freezer one is forced to stay at RV parks where there is electricity provided. No staying in federal or state forests or parks or beaches or other off-the-grid locations. If KOA is what you want then great but it is terrible for those who prefer to "camp". Briefly alluded to is the small bed area. Most of the time a camper manufacturer will state that one of their campers sleeps 4 and what it really means is two adults and two children under the height of 5'5". The Airstream Nest appears to only sleep 2 short adults. It does show how limiting a 16 foot trailer can be and why going to a 18 or 20 foot provides great deal of improvement in available space, including the option of a dry bath.
Actually, the 12V fridge operates off of the batteries and does so quite efficiently. So it totally allows you to camp outside of RV Parks if you choose. But you would still need a means of charging the batteries. For us in the Nest we were on the road every couple of days so charging was never a problem and in the 12 days we used it we were on plugged into power once. The other option is to have solar charging capability. The bed was actually quite large but rather difficult to put together and yes the nest is for 2 only but they don't advertise it as anything other than that. The 16' trailer itself was not that limiting, but you are right the larger you go the more space and the more amenities you get as well as the heavier it is and the more expensive it is. We do prefer a dry bath but for many folks their priorities are keeping the trailer small and they aren't worried about the wet bath which makes the Nest a great choice. Check out our pros and cons video for more info on the Nest and how we managed in the smaller space. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and watching.
Nothing is perfect, but if you are not doing gel coating right - that is a HUGE issue. I was looking at the nest but the AirForums posts on the Nest and the SIGNIFICANT issues has me scared. When they replace entire trailers - there is a serious quality issue. It appears this was true especially of the newer units. I don't know if it is better but the Oliver seems to have a very loyal following - about the same price and they don't seem plagued with gel coat issues. And I really don't think Airstream is taking care of all the owners - newer reports show they may not be satisfactorily addressing the issues.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. In my research I did not find issues regarding gel coat but if you would like to send me your resources it would be helpful for us. You can send it to doessizematter99@gmail.com I have heard of the Oliver but have not researched it so I can't speak to that. I think anywhere you look regarding any manufacturer you will find someone with a negative experience so I take those with a grain of salt and look more for trends, which I have not seen for airstream, but again I am always interested in more credible resources. Thanks for watching.
@@DoesSizeMatter I sent you the links in email. I know the Basecamp is plagued with issues as well. Airstream isn't what they used to be at least that appears to be the case. I know some users just want to grind an axe but I would be very concerned about gel coat issues since they really can't be fixed. Good luck!
You both do such very good reviews on travel trailers! I wish you’d do the Lance 2285 and tell us if you think the fit and finish is worth the higher price tag!?
Thank you so much! We will add the Lance 2285 to our list. We are planning the RV Shows we will be attending and filming at as we speak. So we will look for them. So great to have you along. Thanks for watching.
Does Size Matter I also cannot find a good independent reviews on Outdoor RV Timber Ridge. They make a quality rig... and i think they have the style of windows you like. Model 25RDS has really peaked my interest. th-cam.com/video/6P47oc8MZbQ/w-d-xo.html
Thanks, it is actually quite expensive for it's size because of it's fibreglass monocoque build that is hand made and the superior materials used in other finishings. Then there is always the reputation and name that goes with an Airstream product. It seemed big inside because of the big windows and light interior. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.
The app that we were discussing was for the trailer, to control lights and heat etc... As for whether RVezy has an app I'm not sure but I will check into it. Thanks for watching.
I have found that there is an RVezy app and you can download it for free from RVezy.com Hope that helps you out. You can also see our whole RVezy Adventure here th-cam.com/play/PLdSUUQo7sScznIXhtwjicScilDttsiVsE.html
Great review. Always a nice thorough walk through. Just curious why they put the gas tank in front of the battery? If it was reversed, it looks like you could easily fit 2 tanks in there, since tank levels are rarely accurate and you run out on the coldest night.
Glad you liked it. We do agree that having one propane tank is a pain and yes we have run out before. The thing is all trailers have their batteries and propane tanks configured this way so it make us wonder if there is a specific reason it is done??? We don't have that answer and will ask around but maybe someone else can chime in here and tell us. Thanks for bringing it up and for watching.
I wonder what Airstream was thinking when they designed this trailer? It looks to be designed for a person at least six foot tall, as you demonstrated how are you suppose to access the freezer when you are lets say 5'5"? and that cabinet above the stove is useless for shorter people. they need to go back and re-design the layout. They priced this trailer in the neighbor hood of the Fiberglass Oliver trailer which has a far superior floor plan.
Thanks for sharing your opinion but we must remember that there is a RV out there for everyone. There for sure isn't one that will suit everybody. That is the fun part of doing rv reviews, we get to share them from our perspective but others can still see that this may be the trailer for them and that is great. As I mentioned earlier, I have not done any research on the Oliver, so I can't speak to that, but I will have to check it out. Thanks for watching.
We think a rear entry seems more like a hallway and a side entry seems more like you are standing in the center but essentially for us it is all about the floor plan and what all we can fit into it. We did like the Nest's space and storage. Thanks for watching.
Okay I watched the whole video and that was a great overall appraisal thank you so very much I'm getting ready to buy a trailer I'm a cross-country truck driver out of Bakersfield California and I am trying to figure out what type of trailers going to be best for me
Oh that sounds wonderful. First thing is, as a truck driver you already have lots of knowledge and experience on topics like life on the road, small space living and towing just to point out a few. There is a lot to consider before making your purchase and I'm glad we could help. We are putting together some info for folks to help them figure out which RV is best for them if you would like to help us out while we help you out just let us know by sending us an email at doessizematter99@gmail.com No cost, no spam just some chatting. Thanks
@@scottdowning538 Wow, that's great! Keep it up every penny you don't have to finance is so much better for you, and it's exciting to watch your savings grow for something you really want!
We do wish the @airstream nest had a sink in the bathroom but we managed and I guess each buyer will decide for themselves how important it is. The beauty is they are getting a nice, light, gorgeous airstream trailer. Thanks for watching.
Good question. We did find it a bit high and no it wasn't adjustable, but that would be a great idea for airstream to do and easy. Thanks for watching.
The height of the chassis is perfectly fine for road trips. We took it on a 3500km road trip and had absolutely no problems with it. The Nest would not be considered an off-road trailer though. Thanks for watching.
We agree the chassis is always important and does need to be able to handle the weight that it carries but what we are explaining here is that the type of structure (semi monoquoque shell) is what provides the actual strength to the housing of the RV, not the chassis. As for the height from the ground to the base we did find it to be lower than what we liked but we have found other manufacturers can be the same so it really depends more on how you plan to use the RV. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.
@@DoesSizeMatter My concern would be like gas stations etc.(angle) we have a Casita TT and the sewer connections are in front of tires for better protection and most likely higher. ---- happy trails!
Yes in front of the tires is a better place but I guess the way floor plans are being made these days has manufacturers putting the connections behind the wheels as that is where we see them most of the time. Maybe manufacturers don't consider something a problem if they aren't having to do a lot of repair work on them??? I'd love to see some casita trailers, I have heard lots about them and they are cute.
You approach these RV videos less like a reviewer or salesman, and more like a teacher. Very refreshing, and much more helpful. Thanks!
Thanks for the comment. We appreciate it. Our goal is to just share the information we have learned to help you out with your choices. Thanks for watching.
Excellent review! Really enjoyed your tour of the airstream. Concise and detailed. You did not ramble on and on as I have seen other you tubers reviews that do.. You gave just the important information. Keep up the good reviews!
Thanks, we do our best to give the info in an unbiased way. We can't wait to get our hands on some more @airstreams. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.
Excellent presentation Denise - great camerawork Corey! That little unit is very nice! Being a person who likes to cook, that counter space opposite the galley, is just PERFECT for me! I’ve been a Roadtrek owner for decades now, so I’m used to small spaces, but to tell you the truth, that trailer at 16ft, looks bigger inside than my 19ft Class B! I like this unit A LOT...great job as always on this video you two 👍🏼👌🏼👏🏼
Awesome, so glad you liked it. We did have some challenges after using it for 2wks. Like making up the bed was more difficult then you would expect and it started to make us think the other floor plan with the made up bed may be better but then you would loose that counter and storage but you would have a table top so???? I just don't know both would be good for different reasons but it did seem airy and spacious. Glad you liked the video, thanks for watching.
She goes inside the tailor at 10:00
Very nice as I'm watching this your appraisal is honest with both positive and some negative and I do appreciate that
Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
LOVE IT!! My heart is set on the Int'l Serenity but wow, isn't this cute? You guys do a great job. Totally enjoy your videos.
So glad you enjoyed it. It is really wonderful. Coming up next is us taking it out for awhile. Stay tuned. Thanks for watching.
Regarding the awning, there are pull down metal arms that you can pull down, if more stability is desired.
Good to know I think that is a standard feature on the manual Airstream awnings. We did not notice it as an option on this one while we used it but it may have been. Worth looking for though. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
This light weight, small travel trailer is nice looking. Shower and toilet in such a small trailer is awesome! I look forward to hear about the time you both spend in it.
That's exactly what we thought. The bathroom is a must for us and to get it in such a small trailer was exactly what we were looking for. Stay tuned I'm working on the rest as we speak! Thanks for watching.
No sink in the bathroom is a big mistake. There are genius solutions possible even in smaller trailers. Just look at the european manufacturers.
Well... Actually, this video starts at minute 10:32.
Super cool! Looking forward to your adventure.
Can't wait to share it with you. Thanks for watching.
I wish there was a video describing the DIFFERENCES between all the Nests. the 16U and 16U Premier, the 16FB and 16FB Premiere.
We will take a look into that for you. Thanks for watching.
Does Size Matter Awesome. Thank you !
So sad that Airstream fell short here. I'd like to see similar reviews of the Casita and the Oliver.
Pros and cons, there are always those in every trailer. We are for sure looking to do reviews on the Casita and the Oliver as soon as we can get our hands on some. Did you see our reviews of the Escape. It's an awesome similar option. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching
Once again, awesome video and review! We are looking at smaller travel trailers that we can tow behind our truck. What are these Nests going for currently price-wise?
Glad you liked it. At the time this Airstream Nest was a rental for us so it didn't come with a retail price but new, in Canada it would go for around $60,000. But Airstream has stopped producing it so you would most likely be looking at a used one now. It was very cool, light and we liked it but check out our pros and cons video on it for more info. th-cam.com/video/cca3_Zr4GzQ/w-d-xo.html There are other similarly built trailers out there and we are hoping to review some asap but you know... restrictions are getting in the way at the moment. Hint, hint... The Escape trailer is in our future. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.
I would have liked to have seen the bed set up
You ask and you shall receive. This is our pros and cons of the Airstream Nest video and it shows the bed being made up. Check it out. th-cam.com/video/cca3_Zr4GzQ/w-d-xo.html We also did a series of videos while we were in the Nest showing how it travelled and how we used it, check those out too th-cam.com/play/PLdSUUQo7sScznIXhtwjicScilDttsiVsE.html Hope you like them. Thanks for watching.
Lovely looking caravan. It looks like a great beginner caravan for someone just starting out, who doesn't need or want a behemoth caravan to tow, if you have a small truck, or early Toyota Tacoma truck to tow it with. Or if you're looking to downsize to a smaller caravan. :)
You are totally right. It is really easy to tow. We will show you more in upcoming adventures. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and watching.
@@DoesSizeMatter I look forward to seeing more. 🙂
With an electric only fridge and freezer one is forced to stay at RV parks where there is electricity provided. No staying in federal or state forests or parks or beaches or other off-the-grid locations. If KOA is what you want then great but it is terrible for those who prefer to "camp".
Briefly alluded to is the small bed area. Most of the time a camper manufacturer will state that one of their campers sleeps 4 and what it really means is two adults and two children under the height of 5'5". The Airstream Nest appears to only sleep 2 short adults. It does show how limiting a 16 foot trailer can be and why going to a 18 or 20 foot provides great deal of improvement in available space, including the option of a dry bath.
Actually, the 12V fridge operates off of the batteries and does so quite efficiently. So it totally allows you to camp outside of RV Parks if you choose. But you would still need a means of charging the batteries. For us in the Nest we were on the road every couple of days so charging was never a problem and in the 12 days we used it we were on plugged into power once. The other option is to have solar charging capability. The bed was actually quite large but rather difficult to put together and yes the nest is for 2 only but they don't advertise it as anything other than that. The 16' trailer itself was not that limiting, but you are right the larger you go the more space and the more amenities you get as well as the heavier it is and the more expensive it is. We do prefer a dry bath but for many folks their priorities are keeping the trailer small and they aren't worried about the wet bath which makes the Nest a great choice. Check out our pros and cons video for more info on the Nest and how we managed in the smaller space. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and watching.
Nothing is perfect, but if you are not doing gel coating right - that is a HUGE issue. I was looking at the nest but the AirForums posts on the Nest and the SIGNIFICANT issues has me scared. When they replace entire trailers - there is a serious quality issue. It appears this was true especially of the newer units. I don't know if it is better but the Oliver seems to have a very loyal following - about the same price and they don't seem plagued with gel coat issues. And I really don't think Airstream is taking care of all the owners - newer reports show they may not be satisfactorily addressing the issues.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. In my research I did not find issues regarding gel coat but if you would like to send me your resources it would be helpful for us. You can send it to doessizematter99@gmail.com I have heard of the Oliver but have not researched it so I can't speak to that. I think anywhere you look regarding any manufacturer you will find someone with a negative experience so I take those with a grain of salt and look more for trends, which I have not seen for airstream, but again I am always interested in more credible resources. Thanks for watching.
@@DoesSizeMatter I sent you the links in email. I know the Basecamp is plagued with issues as well. Airstream isn't what they used to be at least that appears to be the case. I know some users just want to grind an axe but I would be very concerned about gel coat issues since they really can't be fixed. Good luck!
You both do such very good reviews on travel trailers! I wish you’d do the Lance 2285 and tell us if you think the fit and finish is worth the higher price tag!?
Thank you so much! We will add the Lance 2285 to our list. We are planning the RV Shows we will be attending and filming at as we speak. So we will look for them. So great to have you along. Thanks for watching.
Does Size Matter A review of the inside would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!
Does Size Matter I am really jonesing over the 2285 for boondocking as it has 2 grey water tanks😎
Hmmm that sounds interesting, 2 greys on a small trailer. We will try to find it.
Does Size Matter I also cannot find a good independent reviews on Outdoor RV Timber Ridge. They make a quality rig... and i think they have the style of windows you like. Model 25RDS has really peaked my interest.
th-cam.com/video/6P47oc8MZbQ/w-d-xo.html
Good review! I agree with the pros and cons.is it cheaper since its fiberglass?love the light colors
Thanks, it is actually quite expensive for it's size because of it's fibreglass monocoque build that is hand made and the superior materials used in other finishings. Then there is always the reputation and name that goes with an Airstream product. It seemed big inside because of the big windows and light interior. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.
Great video!! What's the Airbnb version camper rental app? Couldn't understand that part..
The app that we were discussing was for the trailer, to control lights and heat etc... As for whether RVezy has an app I'm not sure but I will check into it. Thanks for watching.
I have found that there is an RVezy app and you can download it for free from RVezy.com Hope that helps you out. You can also see our whole RVezy Adventure here th-cam.com/play/PLdSUUQo7sScznIXhtwjicScilDttsiVsE.html
@@DoesSizeMatter The related company is RVShare in the U.S.
@@alliejr I have heard of them and it sounds pretty similar. I will look into it more.
Great review. Always a nice thorough walk through. Just curious why they put the gas tank in front of the battery? If it was reversed, it looks like you could easily fit 2 tanks in there, since tank levels are rarely accurate and you run out on the coldest night.
Glad you liked it. We do agree that having one propane tank is a pain and yes we have run out before. The thing is all trailers have their batteries and propane tanks configured this way so it make us wonder if there is a specific reason it is done??? We don't have that answer and will ask around but maybe someone else can chime in here and tell us. Thanks for bringing it up and for watching.
I wonder what Airstream was thinking when they designed this trailer? It looks to be designed for a person at least six foot tall, as you demonstrated how are you suppose to access the freezer when you are lets say 5'5"? and that cabinet above the stove is useless for shorter people. they need to go back and re-design the layout.
They priced this trailer in the neighbor hood of the Fiberglass Oliver trailer which has a far superior floor plan.
Thanks for sharing your opinion but we must remember that there is a RV out there for everyone. There for sure isn't one that will suit everybody. That is the fun part of doing rv reviews, we get to share them from our perspective but others can still see that this may be the trailer for them and that is great. As I mentioned earlier, I have not done any research on the Oliver, so I can't speak to that, but I will have to check it out. Thanks for watching.
I always feel like rear entrance rvs are less roomy than side entry. Not sure why I get that impression.
We think a rear entry seems more like a hallway and a side entry seems more like you are standing in the center but essentially for us it is all about the floor plan and what all we can fit into it. We did like the Nest's space and storage. Thanks for watching.
Okay I watched the whole video and that was a great overall appraisal thank you so very much I'm getting ready to buy a trailer I'm a cross-country truck driver out of Bakersfield California and I am trying to figure out what type of trailers going to be best for me
Oh that sounds wonderful. First thing is, as a truck driver you already have lots of knowledge and experience on topics like life on the road, small space living and towing just to point out a few. There is a lot to consider before making your purchase and I'm glad we could help. We are putting together some info for folks to help them figure out which RV is best for them if you would like to help us out while we help you out just let us know by sending us an email at doessizematter99@gmail.com No cost, no spam just some chatting. Thanks
@@DoesSizeMatter hello again, well I have 5,000 to put down working my way towards 10,000
I will have to talk to you all at some point
@@scottdowning538 Anytime, now you have our email as well. Hope to hear more from you.
@@scottdowning538 Wow, that's great! Keep it up every penny you don't have to finance is so much better for you, and it's exciting to watch your savings grow for something you really want!
No sink in the bathroom is a big mistake. There are genius solutions possible even in smaller trailers. Just look at the european manufacturers.
We do wish the @airstream nest had a sink in the bathroom but we managed and I guess each buyer will decide for themselves how important it is. The beauty is they are getting a nice, light, gorgeous airstream trailer. Thanks for watching.
Consider the wet wipes. No water needed, no towel to dry, etc.
That table looks really high. Is it height adjustable?
Good question. We did find it a bit high and no it wasn't adjustable, but that would be a great idea for airstream to do and easy. Thanks for watching.
Shelves not right I'm 5ft3inches
yes they are tough but doable. It is hard is small spaces to make the most of storage space and make it convenient. Thanks for watching
Nice but Trailer not higher from the buttom not good for road trips 👎
The height of the chassis is perfectly fine for road trips. We took it on a 3500km road trip and had absolutely no problems with it. The Nest would not be considered an off-road trailer though. Thanks for watching.
I disagree about the chassis....weight rests on it. if its weak... things will break faster.
Low rig.... 🤔 hmmm
We agree the chassis is always important and does need to be able to handle the weight that it carries but what we are explaining here is that the type of structure (semi monoquoque shell) is what provides the actual strength to the housing of the RV, not the chassis. As for the height from the ground to the base we did find it to be lower than what we liked but we have found other manufacturers can be the same so it really depends more on how you plan to use the RV. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.
Those outside sewer connections are WAY to low for me.
I hear you. We don't like them that low either but they are functional and this is the norm on this size of trailer. Thanks for watching.
@@DoesSizeMatter My concern would be like gas stations etc.(angle) we have a Casita TT and the sewer connections are in front of tires for better protection and most likely higher. ---- happy trails!
Yes in front of the tires is a better place but I guess the way floor plans are being made these days has manufacturers putting the connections behind the wheels as that is where we see them most of the time. Maybe manufacturers don't consider something a problem if they aren't having to do a lot of repair work on them??? I'd love to see some casita trailers, I have heard lots about them and they are cute.
It does take a bit of finagling in some campgrounds where the sewer hole is raised but 75% of the time it’s not a problem
Trailer Too low on the bottom NOT GOOD FOR THE ROAD trips 👎👎👎👎
As I mentioned in response to your last comment it was great on our road trip. Have you taken one out or had any experience with it on a road trip?
50 GRAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Airstream is overpriced and over-hyped. Prove me wrong.