POP UP CAMPER VS TRAVEL TRAILER! (PROs and CONs)
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- Here are the main reason why we chose a POP UP Camper vs a Travel Trailer! We love our Jayco Pop Up camper but we debated a lot about a Travel Trailer. Here are main concerns PRO and CONS!
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Been camping for 50+ years started in tent to a truck with a shell to a camper on a truck to a travel trailer. The older you get you find the more comfort you are willing to pay for. As long as you are enjoying your self it doesn't matter what you have.
oh so true.
Agree
I agree...even at my age, 62, I think its better to transition and not waste a lot of $$$ right off the bat. My big thing is getting into nature and not being in a trailer park.
Excellent comment
Yep! I never thought I'd be to old to set up a pop up camper but its getting to be hard to crawl under there to back lift it and put in the brace bars. Looking at travel trailers now.
I started in a tent went to a pop up then went to a travel trailer. As time goes on comfort takes over
Really enjoyed this video! took me back to all the good times we've had RVing over the years. Been married since "72, been camping since '72.
Don;t have a camper right now. We started camping in 1972 with a retired Army tent with no floor. Since then we've had better tents, 2 different pop-ups, then went to a travel trailer because of one con you missed: we were camping every weekend with our 2 kids, and my bride got tired of loading and unloading the popup in preparation for the weekend. So we bought the "hard side" so we could leave it fully stocked all the time - from catsup in the fridge to clothes in the closet! Wonderful! (Although I always did miss the open, fresh air feeling of a pop-up) We had a couple of those, later lived in a fifth wheel for a while - easiest way ever to move a long distance while still looking for a house! Then we had a business that required us to be on the road, so 2 different motor homes. Finally full timed in a 5th wheel for a few years down in TX. Looking for our next big RV adventure now.
Where I live pop ups are called "Grizzly Lunchbox"
I'll never sleep in a tent on the ground again. I love my popup camper.
making the switch next year to a pop up. 50 plus years of tenting, this year got the air bed,first time.Leaning towards to a Somerset
Me either, I hammock camp now lol jk.
A-Framed popup (Aliner) the best of both worlds. Literally sets up in 2 minutes, and you can leave it attached to your truck
We bought a pop-up about five years ago and we absolutely LOVE it. It was used, but taken care of like a baby! One side is a queen and the other is a king-sized bed. Both hubby and are very tall and don't even have a king in our home! Love camping in it always, but during the fall you can open all the windows so just screens are in and it feels like you're in a tree house!
We love ours !
This guy scared me to DEATH. My hubby and I got a good deal on a popup. It's in great shape. Now I am second guessing all the stuff about critters in it and fragile and bending. My parents had a popup for years and we as a family traveled everywhere and I never recall any bending and critters.
I have a 89 Coleman PUP... Got for exactly same reason yall got yours. Actually, I got mine after I saw your videos on it, and that helped to cement my decision to get ours.
Loved our pop up, until there was a bear blocking the camp bathroom at 2:00 am. Momma has a fifth wheel now, ha
My husband and I just went from a tent to a travel trailer. We travelled out West last summer and after the third night of camping, I threw out my back. That was the end of tenting camping for us. We're getting older, so comfort is a big thing for us, but we don't want to spend $100 a night, plus an extra $25 a night for the dog. The travel trailer is going to fit our needs quite nicely😊.
Thanks, I love what y'all did to your camper. Another con though is it's not fun packing it up in the rain all wet.
That is a really good point. We use our pop-up at a camp site only about 20 minutes from the house and more than once we get it back home and set it up in the driveway to let it dry off better before we put it BACK up.
Thank you for your video! My hubby and I got a Pop-up early spring and used it several times. Then sold it, made some money and looking for a travel trailer. 3 -4 teenagers in our pop-up gets a bit tight but we had a lot of fun and looking forward to a bigger one!!
I now consider myself a seasoned RV person having owned 8 campers over the years. My Wife and I currently have 3 all at the same time....another story. Anyway we have a 38 foot fifth wheel for us with just about every bell and whisle, but when a buddy and I just want to go fishing for a few days we take the popup. It is just an overall awesome experience and you are actually camping but with air conditioning. My fishing partner always ask if we can take the popup because he likes it too.
My 32' is all automatic which I love even the awning comes out with the push of a button. I can guarantee after a few years you'll want a travel trailer.
I love you guy's. Your honesty is refreshing. Thanks for the info.
Yeah Jack I hear ya. You said the magic word: intro. When I was your age, I sounded exactly like you, I bought a used pop up. Later a bumper pull, now, I'm on my second motorhome. You gotta be careful when you make snowballs, one little push down that hill and.............
Ok I’m sold just watched your video got on Craigslist found a used one headed out to look at it thanks for the video
We are in the process of switching from tent camping to getting a pop up, thanks for the video. Really good information . Thanks again.happy camping!
WE GOT RID OF OUR POPUP BECAUSE HAVING TO SET IT UP EVERYTIME WE CAME HOME FROM WHEN IT WAS RAINING. ALWAYS HAD DOUBLE WORK TO GO CAMPING .THATS WHY WE WENT TO A 17FT CAMPER .
TheTnstick why are you yelling at us
my eyes are bad so its easier to see when typing. sorry
@@angelomartinez9039 He's not yelling you are just reading it loud.😂😂
We started in a tent then went to the pop up then the bumper pull now we have a 5th wheel and I think our next one will be a class A only because of comfort and setup time . They all have the pluses and minuses it’s an age group thing , we are 60 and 57 . You’ll see your needs change.
Good video guys! We had a pop-up back in the 90s when I was stationed at Fort Bliss. Did a lot of camping in the mountains of N.M.Loved it. Then the Army shipped me off to Germany and we had to sale it... Getting to old for them now, the better half wants a 5th wheel. LOL
We love our pop up...and yes...it is a lot of work. We are often talking about getting a travel trailer. But we love to spaciousness and the feel of our pop up. I think that even if we did get a closed trailer, we would still keep our popup. Loved everything you guys said. It was spot on! 😊
A lot of work???? I guess some people's idea of "a lot of work" is different than other!! LMAO
My hubby and I just bought a popup. The guy popped it up when we were there. It didn't seem like a lot of work.
I camp in the National Forest, not usually at a designated campground. It is in bear country, travel trailers offer more protection.
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It's all about what makes you happy. We camp in a 43' fifth wheel that we pull with a freightliner semi truck. I've got a couple videos on it on my channel. At 65' combined length, I envy pop-ups sometimes.
As a former tenter I really appreciate that we can sit in the pop up with all the windows unzipped and "feel" the outdoors (without the bugs). Obviously once you have a routine set up is pretty easy.
Ooohhhhh yes did I inspire this video with my comment about pop ups? You guys rock, I look forward to all your videos.
Tent to pop-up camper once we had kids then as we PCS'd to California we went to a travel trailer eventually evolving to an amazing 5th wheel as we know we love RVing and will be part of our retirement years plan. Years of coast to coast moves and memories with the Family along the way makes it fun with no wrong choice.
This video helped me to decide so thank you a million! We are going to look next weekend at travel trailers, no pop up now! this will be our first one ever so Im super excited. I've wanted a camper for years. Im glad you are enjoying your pop up!
I liked you both thanks for the honest opinions. I had a pop up years ago and with two kids it was a great experience.
Another excellent video as expected. Looking to get our first camper so all the info helps. Thanks you guys!
Good info , thought about buying pop up camper someday
I have a fleetwood offroad lifted pop up with a place for my dirtbike on the front and a boat rack on top with beefy tires. I have taken that thing some places you could never take a regular trailer. Thats what I love about mine!
We got a travel trailer 2 years ago! It's beautiful! But there is some cost! Comfort was our deciding factor!
Just bought an old pop up that we will be fixing up and taking on the road, EXCITED!!
Our first pop up we had our drill outfitted to auto crank the pop up. Major time saver:)
Have a pop up love it. Yes a little work but way bigger than a tt. Camp in 120 heat with ac. Works great. Went through a monsoon last year all the tt leaked we were totally dry. Lol
Appreciate you sharing. We started searching for a used A frame pop about 2 years ago. In the process, stumbled across a small 16 foot coachmen bunkhouse travel trailer at a low price to us and bought it. Glad we did end withbtravel.trailer vs pop up we were searching for. Your already mentioned some of the reasons. The couple cons you also mentioned. For example, our 2003 taco gas mileage towing drops to 11-13 mpg vs 21 mpg just the truck. Still more economical than hotel. And dont really like hotel, motels anyway. Also, have to rent storage space because no practical / safe place at our house to keep it. Thst being said, still prefer no assemble required. Hope this help you also
Being disabled we didn't want the setup so we bought an old Holiday Rambler motorhome. Had some work done to it, needs more but it's liveable.
My buddy had a pop up back in the day while I was doing the truck topper thing. Worst negative I remember was when it rained on the last day my buddy had to go home and set up his pop up again until it dried out. Stowing it wet will kill them. Hard to do in "sunny" Florida!
Just bought a pop up and can't wait to explore. Appreciate the videos and advice!
Thanks for your thoughts about pop up campers. Big advantage ist drivability, however, your experiences leading to your cons are very valuable! We have a quite huge fix caravan with 4 beds and will most likely stick to it as for convenience
6 person tent - been using it for our family of four for 7 years. Just bought the kids their own 4 person last year. We have contemplated the travel trailer route many times but just never committed.
I just decided on a small travel trailer. Storage space and weight are not issues in my case. Plenty of yard space and a full size truck to tow it. The price was my only drawback but I think the travel trailers typically outlast most pop ups. Either way I would of been happy. Thanks for the video.
Nice video... a lot valid points and seems like you put some thought into it..I pitched a tent since in my late teens and now in my 50s
My wife and I recently picked up a used 24’ light weight travel trailer 4200lbs and it’s made traveling a whole lot easier...The simplicity of just unlocking the the door
Stepping in seeing all the comforts of home already set up is great..but there’s still work involved like unhitching, leveling and hookups...talking so much about how we enjoy our trailer to family and friends that we have some jumping in...one just purchased 30’ travel trailer and another is looking into a pop up...keep up the good work..
I love your videos they are so real
Owned a popup for about 15 years. All the pros that you listed. Now own 25 ft TT. Biggest reason for the change is the bed and bathroom. As get older - one of us up most nights and don’t like climbing over each other to get out of bed. Also - full shower and toilet really nice. Another major advantage is packing for the trip - just walk in and pack and close the door and drive off. Do get a significant drop in gas mileage and bit more work to tow - but for more “mature” couple - really like the TT. Do miss all the beds in the popup as our TT is more for couple as now empty nesters. Really liked the popup when had kids at home. Trailers are always about what is most important to you and compromise on other parts. Enjoy.
I found your video after researching the Coachman Viking 9.0TD. I have tent camped all my adult life...ready to move it up to small Viking (we don't have kids). Nice and good advice in your video!! Thank you!! 😊
We went the same route because of weight and easy to get into tight spots and still getting the camping effect when u open all windows you can see everything around you instead of being boxed in with a couple Windows . Good choice
After watching your video of picking up your pup we decided to jump on in on this pop up camper live and it’s fantastic
We purchased a 2003 Coleman Mesa.
We love it not everything was perfect but slowly but sure I fixed everything wrong with it so it’s perfect for us.. thank you brother and Samantha for inspiring us to explore and see more..
The con of "just being a piece of canvas" is also a pro sometimes, less claustrophobic and you've got those three big windows when the weather is right.
Thanks for this video. My wife & I recently got the big "bug eyes" for a travel trailer, but a pop up makes sense for my Chevy Colorado, our budget, and our desire to get out there sooner than later!
THANKS FOR THE PROS AND CONS ON POP UP CAMPERS. WE ARE CONSIDERING BUYING A POP UP CAMPER. WE HAD A TT., MOTOR HOME (2), TENT TRAILER, AND TEARDROP.
Which one do you prefer, Linda? What are your reasons for considering a pop up? Thank you.
Cheers from Canada guys! Great info shared in a very gracious way. I just started to think in a pop-up camper to replace the traditional tent and make my back happy :)
I could never back my pop up in a spot....so I would unhook and just push it in (yes, by myself).
Hey becky, good comment. I was wonderimg could i pull a pop up camper with my own strength or my bike...
Tips for backing up. You reverse steer. It's always the opposite way and I still fuck it up. So don't freak out. Don't over steer, especially with the popup trailer. So easy to "jackknife" . Have a reference point on the side you are steering into and put your trailer tire right on it.
I learned many years ago this tactic from a friend that was a CDL instructor when you’re backing up whether any size trailer use both of your mirrors and remember this statement he told me “turn into trouble”. Turn into trouble means when you are backing up and see the trailer showing up in either mirror turn the wheel towards it and it goes away ...you go to the other mirror same thing you see the trailer turn into it and it goes away....you do it with some practice you’ll be able to back up with no problem
I love what yall did with your pop up. I have a 1977 bethany I'm working on, just raised it with new axles and big tires now I need to patch some tears and holes in the canvas then finally mounting a rack for my yak. Wish me luck I'm in cedar park / Austin texas and I love camping in our crazy weather.
I love pop up Trailers. I just bought a used one a month ago and it’s awesome. My best friend Joey had one, and we had the best time of our lives In that thing. We were always by the beach and the weather was never bad on us. Setting up was never an issue because we had fun just doing that too. Pop open a beer and good to go. The pop-up trailer was very Light and easy to store and easy to Pull. It beats tents hands down. For me the best thing ever, I would not go with anything else.
We started with a ⛺, then we bought a really cheap pop-up, used it twice stormed traded it in for 27ft travel trailer we love it.
Thank you, this was really helpful!! Thinking about upgrading from tent camping myself.
Thanks for this. I've been debating this exact thing.
I had an older palomino pop-up that was hard sided and loved it! It was much more durable and a little more insulated. Best of both worlds
We have a pop up a frame... best of both worlds! 😁 I love being able to store it in my garage
We just sold our pop up, we bought a Minnie drop. pop-ups are great, but a lot of work. We camp off the grid a lot. So after five years we decided to get a trailer.
Pop ups seem better untill you have to heat it
We had a pop-up camper. It was nice it had a full kitchen and wet bath. It was nice but it was a problem when the weather got really cold or hot. Now we up graded to a travel trailer. It’s great. Now we can start earlier and stay later in the camping season
Hey you two hit it on the head with this one, everything you two mentioned I can validate, I have both types, my TT cost me $3800 used very nice though, and the PU $500 and man did it need some love, the canvas was tore by some of the window/screens, bad door and the crank gear one one of the roof post was not working, but like you said, easy to work on, my conclusion on the PU is it is time consuming, light weight so good for gas mileage, and if the weather is good and everything is working it's the perfect little trailer, and by the way you two are the critters in your trailer lol, happy camping to you both and Samantha you are beautiful your husband better thank the good lord for you see ya latter tatters
Thank you for making this!
Had 4 Coleman pop ups since 1985..built like tanks..last one was a 2003 Coleman Niagara Elite..loaded..but I'm pushing 60 yrs old with bad knees...so last year it was time for a Travel Trailer..loved my pop ups completely but just wanted less set up and more relaxing time. Enjoyed your video and happy camping!
We've had a pop-up for 5 years and love it. It's really convenient being able to store it in our garage and avoid the cost of a storage facility. We've been all over Ohio and as far south as your neck of the woods (Big Lagoon State Park and St. Andrews State Park). The biggest drawback for us is the set-up and tear-down time. You really can't just pull into a rest stop or Walmart parking lot for a quick overnight stay. So when we travel on an extended trip (like from Ohio to FL), we have to book a motel/hotel room to break up the drive. That tacks on an extra $200-300 to our overall cost. If you do that a couple times a year, you'd pay for the cost of storing a travel trailer someplace. Plus, it takes us about 90 minutes to completely set up or tear down the camper. For a 2-night camping trip, that's a lot of work. This is one of the reasons we're looking to upgrade to a travel trailer.
That's pretty cool! Enjoy yourselves!
Just bought a 2005 Flagstaff with a slide out. Like you guys started in the tent and wanted something easy to tow (2017 Nissan Frontier). We have two boys and two dogs so we needed the space, and had a budget. I'll update after we take it out but I think it'll work.
Helpful Video . I Like Your Reasoning In Your Decision Making .
We just got our first pop up 2000 Jayco qwest love it so open. Can't wait to try it out
That was real honest and factual. I have a 2004 StarCraft and I love it! We are selling it even though we have electric raise, which is nice. Every thing you said was right on. Mine hasn't been that fragile, even the slide out seems heavy duty. Thank you 😊
Ok so my parents had a 1974 GMC motor home c class. Dad braced the back end and we actually pulled a horse trailer with it. My mom and I did a lot of weekends in it. It's kinda fun to see your set up when you've been camping with someone for a while. I remember she would always clean up in the camper in the morning and I would clean up after the horses outside.
2000 Trail-Lite by R-Vision
Bantam Series M-17. Having it rebuilt right now. Can’t wait to go camping again!
First video watching, you guys are pretty awesome! Cant wait to watch more! 👍🤙
Bought my first camper a few years ago. It’s a ‘97 Viking. Pretty good shape. Enjoy it guys!! Thanks
Thanks for your input. Looking into one too. Question...how hard and costly was your remodeling and upkeep?
We have an 97 pop up, I see both sides all the cons and pros I agree with, will say even travel trailers need ,maintenance though from just looking at a ton of options before we got ours none of them are built to last, enjoyed your remod videos too it helped us along the way when we renovated ours.
Towing in the wind on a highway with tractor trailer trucks passing by - it seems to be easier with a lower profile item like a pop-up. Just a thing to think about your comfort level for towing on high speed roads. Great video. Thanks for sharing it.
Thanks for watching!
We just bought 1972 Apache Mesa pop up camper for $200. It needs minor work and a little TLC, but its perfect. Thank you for your videos and ideas
Thanks for the ideas and we are going to buy the first Pop up
This video is great! Thank you for posting. I’ve been going back and forth undecided over a pop up trailer and a camper. This really helped out.
Awesome
We have a pop up and we love it! I believe if you get one, you will love it too! Just make sure you spray water proof on all canvas and check all seals.
Stacie Upchurch will do! Yea I found a couple for sale in my area that need some TLC before I can actually camp, but that’s alright with me :)
Great review of the pro and cons of the pop up. I have been debating this or a hybird camper vs a regular travel trailer.
Thanks!
Great insight! Thanks guys!!!!
Planning on getting our first pop up, thanks for videos,
I decided to get a jeep wrangler 2 door to replace my pickup truck when it started breaking down. With the jeep I bought a little 1987 Bonaire BA-700 and I love this thing. In my province in Canada tandem towing is legal so I pull my aluminum 14 foot boat behind it.
I've been in both. Started with a hybrid expandable and moved to a bunk house with slide outs. Loved the mobility of the expandable, but love the ease of setup and functionality of the auto slides... and the bunk room for three kids! One day we're gonna move to a small Class C. Love your popup though. You guys have done a fantastic job on it.
Thanks James!
Awesome Video
Grew up with a 1972 pop up Skamper that slept 7 we had until 1997
Took our Skamper all across the USA camping in Commercial campgrounds State Parks and National Parks
Ours unfortunately didn't have roof air-conditioning - a great upgrade in your pop up especially for hit summer night sleeping
Really great video that reflects the conversation in my head!
Thanks!
Been camping for years, tent, tent on motorcycle, mini pop up behind motorcycle! Then 2 pop ups, then a Big travel trailer, now a travel trailer that is quite a bit smaller, seems big enough at 24’ just finished a 2month trip out west.. Just have fun!! Pop ups are great, gas is ALOT less pulling them, easier to find a campsite cause they are smaller,, like u said, downside is setup and your not going to make a rest stop and use it... thanks for sharing, great vids!!!!
I'm finishing up a diy camper trailer that was a jet ski trailer can't wait to get out on the road
Jack Yak,
I'm happy to see your RV videos added to your channel. RV's are like cars trucks, boats, and many other things. There are no one size fits all, just personal needs and preferences. I bought a small, used motorhome last October. It's only 24 feet (coach) but is working well for my needs and the small size allows me to take it almost anywhere. Post more when you can, we can share more ideas.
Thanks Glenn!
Great video. Very well done!
Great informative video! You guys cover so many small things that we newby shoppers would probably not think of (all of 'em anyway ;o). A big plus is seeing your 'Things to add' in the video: toaster oven, foil sun block panels, etc. I apreciateds the honest discussion on set up time that each buyer should weigh. As long as you are aware of the pros & cons, you can make a decision that as you say, fits for your preferences and situation.
Thank you.
secound year with are viking pop up. lots of fun , except if its raining when its time to go. thinking of up grading this year. we'll see.
1995 Jayco 1207. Had it two days, already replaced part of the roof! lol Thanks for all the info.
I bought a Tacoma and added a Freespirit roof top tent mounted over the bed. Perfect for backcountry camping far from the crowds. The way it's setup, I can also carry kayaks and bikes. Eventually I know I'll upgrade to a 4x4 van. Either a Sprinter or Sportsmobile.
We have a 1987 galaxy starpop-up that we are fixing to update . Loved your renovation videos. We did go look at camper this weekend. But for our weight pull your options are limited. Yes the kitchen are nice and having a shower would be nice. As far as living space there isn't much difference. We always travel in groups so sleeping space is important. Besides that all you really need is a space to lay your head after the fun in the sun. Thank you for sharing. You guys are to cute!
I don’t own one but my wife and I are wanting to get something. Thanks for the video, it gives a little bit more perspective