Wow! Even the overpriced Scamp is under 19k! Sleeps 4. I decided we will just rent cabins or use our tent with these prices. If it slept 4, and was at least $5500 cheaper? I’d consider this. Its pretty neat. I appreciate the windows. But 23k?!??
Yeah if they can get the price down to around 12,000 I would definitely buy one. 23,000$ is a bit steep. I love the concept and that anything can tow it. An outside shower and grill would be awesome
@@FlyGuy457 Not Yet!! Looking More into “Tiny Home’s in Tennessee”..... Or Simple Small Log Cabin’s-But They’re All Off Grid!!! Gotta Have Indoor Plumbing & Electricity, Along W/A.C. And Heat!! Then Even One Room & Another For Bathroom Would Be Great!!
@@factsarenotdirtyfwords5451 There are some great FB groups for solo female campers. Check it out. I'm fixing up my Subaru now for car sleeping and off-road.
I’ve owned a Meerkat since 2018. We’ve put over 12,000 miles on it with no problems. The company is honest and accommodating. The construction is quality and durable. We’ve tried other options and are very happy with out choice.
Mold is a problem on all canvas used in trailers if not maintain properly. You can check out our videos we take out my fathers pop-up camper that is almost 50 years old. We used it growing up extensively, it has no mold and almost looks new. It really is about ensuring you don’t store the camper when the canvas is wet. So the pop-up camper this is kind of annoying because when you get home you have to pop it up again to let it dry out if it rained the day you collapsed camp. But with a little meerkat pop that up just takes seconds.
OMG!! Spit my coffee out everywhere when I heard the price! $23,000’s! Must have been that fancy port-a-potty, big stove, and natural pop up air conditioning that jumped the price up so much! 😆
Yes! I’m still waiting from somebody from outside the RV and Trailer industry to make a camper. I’m pretty sure they would undercut everyone And get that market to course correct
This video was very well done - thank you. It’s the perfect camper if you’re limited on what you can tow with your vehicle. I love that you can stand up in it, have the kitchen inside, the little toilet and all those windows make it extra special. With that price, I’ll keep camping in my car and wait until all those people who purchased one during Covid go back to flying on airplanes and sell theirs 😉
I camp in my pickup. Yeah! I too am waiting (and hoping) for that big sell off and deals! My fear is camping is rediscovered like when I was a kid. Maybe not all bad. Still that means more trade-ins and more camper competitors. Maybe even demand for mass produced camper quality. May be a win either way 😃
Tough isn't it. Just a a few years ago it seemed you could get a Scamp trailer for $11K. Now even the Scamps are $20K. This is the going rate in the industry right now for 13' trailers. Luckily there are still a lot of used trailers out there to be purchased.
@SlowHandMcQueeg She was one of the lucky ones on the waitlist. If you purchase a Scamp today you go on an automatic 17 month waitlist. This puts the prices at the 2023 models. If you want more specifics on the prices let me know and I can post them.
You can get a Micro Minnie for less or the same depending on the model. Please don't try to justify this inflated pricing. Just because other companies sell their campers in a certain price range doesn't mean you have to with yours. I get starting a business and wanting to dip into a market but the price for this camper is absolutely absurd. There isn't even a grey water tank!! 🤦♀️
You made me laugh a bit because I am realizing I have looked at too many new trailers lately. Like you a price like this used to make my jaw drop. But, this year the price tag actually seemed low to me after walking through T@Gs, T@Bs, Little Guy Mini Max's, etc. Even the Scamp, once you get everything you need on it is no longer a budget trailer. It is tough to get anything around 13' under $20,000 anymore.
Yes, these prices today are painful! I do like to remind folks though that this is the going rate fora 13' trailer in the market today. They all start at $20K or more. And yes, AC is a must. I forgot to have Sean mention that in the video. You can add AC, it hides inside the tongue box. And yes, on any trailer canvas is your weakest point. But, if treated well can last much longer than most people realize. If you check out our pop-up trailer videos my father has kept his pop-up in immaculate condition for almost 50 years now. And our family used it a lot!
@@CroakerOutdoors I am guessing this is going to hurt your soul like it did mine. I just got the current price sheet from Scamp a couple of days ago. The basic Model A is going for $18,000 and Model B is $19,000. And this is not the deluxe editions. Wow, small campers have gone up in price a lot in the last two years! And yes, AC can be done by them, but for some reason it isn't on the website. They hide the unit in the tongue.
@@PlayingwithSticks Ouch! That's really a bummer. I've been looking for a while something super simple. With the ever increasing prices I'm leaning closer to a DIY job using an enclosed alum trailer.
I think that’s a great idea. We picked up a cargo trailer last fall and are so excited to start back up the conversion process. We wanted to do a full conversion but after just a few additions to it we actually love how simple it is. My guess our finalize project won’t be that much different than the empty cargo trailer. 😂
Yes, the rectangle shape would be beneficial. As for deeper most of these trailers have pretty shallow sinks. I assume this is because of the small water storage tanks they are subliminally pushing us to use less water. But, why not throw in a deeper sink and let us decide how much water to use.
You'll always compromise on something. If enough of the camper's features are what you need, that might be worth changed out on your own. I expect any rig will have to be customized, as you go along and see what could work better.
For the feature set, that trailer shouldn't be more than 10k for the starting price, 12k at most. But when compared to the teardrop from the same company with all the amenities outside, I can see where the 23k comes from. Considering that there are others in a similar weight class (but not height) with an AC and proper running water for at minimum 8k less, I'm left wondering What exactly is in these that make it worth the mark up?
Right down the street from my house, I owned a Meerkat about a month before I traded it in for a more off-road capable trailer but it was awesome. Very well made.
I agree. When I first film this video it seemed a little outrageous to me but getting to know other camper trailers in the market this really is a good deal. Now the question is how much is it going for today? I haven’t looked at the price in about a year.
Thank you so much for this video. We have been thinking about buying a camper for a while. And nothing was quite right. The Meerkat trailer fit the bill. It is so cute. My husband is 6ft 4, we have a Honda CR-V where I believe the towing capacity is about 12-1500, and we wanted to keep the trailer in our garage.. After seeing your video, and reading every comment on this blog about the video and the trailer, I called Sean at Little Guy Trailers and ordered one. The only sad part is we will not get it until next year! I had been considering getting a Cassita or Scamp but my husband can’t stand up in them and that didn’t seem fair. We are not yet retired so we will likely only be able to get out on weekends and for a week or so at a time. For now we will likely stay at KOA, visit friends. Around the country. or other such places. Thanks for letting us know that air conditioning was an option as it does not show up on the website. They are installing a zero breeze unit. It is very humid in the summer here, so we will sleep more comfortably if we can cool things off some. We will continue to enjoy learning from you and this community as we await the start of our this new exciting adventure.
So for our family we love how simple this is. No gray water tanks, no bathroom, etc. How about you? Do you like the simplicity or would you need a bit more? Update: Since the posting of this video the custom seat fabric installation is no longer free of charge. I don't know the reasoning behind this. But my guess is due to the high demand for this little trailer, they can no longer efficiently wait for the material to arrive. If this means more trailers will be produced in less time. We get it!
I Have a small Aliner. Disconnected water for simplicity. Cook and eat outside, but REALLY appreciate fridge. Use bucket method for bathroom. Love it!!
@@jamespaul2587 Haha. Yes, at times it can be an absolute nightmare. But the majority of the time the simplicity highly outweighs the nightmare moments. Its funny I have no problem setting up the outdoor shower, bathroom, grill. Even though this is a ton of extra work. But the idea of cleaning an indoor shower, bathroom, grill makes me just want to stay home. I realize this makes no sense. The cleaning is probably much less time consuming and work than the outdoor work. But I absolutely despise doing it.
Don't hate on the price, there are lots of people that this is the perfect solution. Yes you can buy a larger more fully equipped trailer for the same money - but for a lot of people that would mean buying a larger tow vehicle. The ability to park inside a standard garage is great for people living in an HOA that does not allow RV/camper parking outside.
22,000 get the ffffffffffffff out of here, I will absolutely hate on that price bwahahha the only people that this is the perfect solution for is for rich folks bored need to blow there money on something else
@@funkthat Oh, the old hate on the rich from the kiddie corner. Please grow up. You can live just fine buying what you can afford - no need to dump on those with a larger budget, what did those people ever do to you to deserve your scorn?
@Thomas63r2 could easily get an old, cheap one, full of many problems, too, right? Rattles if you're lucky, A/C not working and the button falls off the key fob for the door release and such...but it could be done for 5-10k. Assuming they're fairly road worthy. I'd borrow or rent, myself. But I really love this decor. Perfect for one person in a Tiguan. Comfy. Roomy. Was so SICK of yucky 90s color combos! ICK. ICK. ICK. NO GREIGE. Ew. I'd get one a few years old. That should drop the price some.
Out of my price range,but I love it!Been thinking on how to make one just like it,before I saw this video.Really like the simplicity,and lack of complicated gadgets that just break over time.You guys scored a home run with the Meercat!!!
@@dhouse609 Yea, I feel like the price is too much, during the video I was guessing 10-12k because there are no running parts. just a body and some easy electrical, no water tank.
The thing I like about the MeerKat is the compact size combined with component and build quality. I want a small camper, but I have found the “smaller” versions are usually the lowest priced “value” campers that cut so many quality and feature corners they are just junk for anyone except the most casual of users. The MeerKat has done a good job with good quality components in a nice compact size. That price buys a few other quality standup campers in that size range (just a few), but with slightly different characteristics. So then the question is which attributes are the most important.
That is what excited me most about this trip. When I went down there I was able to view the corner cutting trailers as well. Trim pieces were hiding poorly sealed seems, messy caulk all over. But the Meerkat...Every one I inspected which was quite a few coming through the shop all were in immaculate condition. And no giant trim pieces hiding potential areas of concern for leaks. I also really liked that they used a 1 piece fiberglass roof which was a feature I forgot to add to the video.
I think this concept is amazing... However, for that price there are others that provide way more amenities... ie: a/c, larger Fridge/Freezers, Room, proper bed, and proper bath, more storage.... However, it is clever...
This is a beautiful camper and I love the name! The use of space is excellent. If I could afford it I'd buy this one. We are doing a cargo conversion this size So lots of ideas.
That was or hope for this video that it would inspire people's current builds. Like you we are currently in the process of converting a cargo trailer. So hard to know where to start with this blank slate. So many options!
There are those times ( yeah, yeah, weather forcasts have come a long way ) where you don't want to be trapped in small, little teardrop trailer and you don't want to go home either, or you're on the road on a long, traveling trip when you're stuck in a deluge of rain for three or four days in a row, stuck inside, getting claustrophobic. Sleeping in something bigger also makes you feel more secure. Looks like a perfect size and weight for many novices who want to go out and get away easily, without buying a bigger car, s.u.v., or truck/spend a lot more money to pull and store a trailer.Without looking, does this company offer a heavier, four-season model with molded fiberglass, and a beefed up suspension to go with the added weight. Something more like a Scamp?
@@luvyesmusici4886 Yes, the Scamp is a great fit for most of us. If we could just get it to fit in a standard garage without airing down the tires or removing the rims from the axles it would check all the boxes. Well, I guess it is a little on the heavy side for a 4 cylinder vehicle. But other than that, pretty great little trailers! And no, the Meerkat is the only trailer they make like this. They do make a smaller teardrop trailer as well.
@@PlayingwithSticks Thanks for responding. Watching a subsequent video ( the second of yours ), I see you do have a trardrop that works for you, and is perfect for your needs for the time being. You have a beautiful family! I don't have to tell you to enjoy every day with your kids, they grow sooo fast, and time flies. What a great way to spend time together and experience nature and togetherness, getting away with your trailer. :-)
Why are they so expensive? This video is exclaiming a price of $23,000. The website begs to differ. Prices start at $25,000. After you add the $1400 frig, $250 bed extension and a few other things, you're close to $30,000.
What I like is that it's light, small, fits in a garage, looks great inside and out, looks quality, and love the non leaf spring suspension and tongue weight of only 100lbs. What I really don't like is... 1. NO dry bath/gray tank for shower. 2. SILLY cheap toilet, at the very least should have a cassette toilet. Not even a curtain around it. 3. COMMON!!! No 2 burner stove or microwave??. That isn't a kitchen. WHERE is the PROPANE??. The little one burner propane thing in the drawer won't cut it at all. 4. NO AIR CONDITIONER??, even my 75 VW camper had a fan and air conditioning. 5. This is a half baked camper. Although the teardrop won't fit in a garage it's a complete camper and feels like one. If the price of this camper was around $12000-14000 it might make some sense but it lacks way too much to make up for its ridiculous $23000 price tag. The teardrop isn't much more so thats really a no brainer. I wish you luck but please rethink it's over simplicity vs. very steep price.
We love your breakdown here. We were hoping more folks shared there thoughts like you. The big one that surprised us was the 2 burner stove. In previous year's models they had the stove built into the countertop. They said they removed it because the builder created the trailer to meet his family's needs. And they liked to have the cooking inside and out. Me too, but I would still like a stationary burner for that morning coffee. AC can be an option. They hide it in the tongue box. And yes, $12,000 we wouldn't think twice about picking one up. Thanks again for sharing.
Nice setup! Fantastic windows and lighting. Very low towing weight. Reduced towing height. Short towing length. Easy expanding headroom where needed. Really does fit between a teardrop and a traditional camper.
Isn't it neat! If there was a 16 foot version of this that allowed us to keep the bed down all day May and I would really consider getting one. We don't need a bathroom, or a kitchen, or even a sink. But the two things we realize our family needs/wants are a separate table and bed area and having a heater that is vented to the outside. These two things would be worth every penny to our family.
I was really excited when I heard that Eriba was coming to America. They failed to deliver on the promise. It has to fit in aside garage, quality please, cushions, wheels, tires, windows and cabinets - there is plenty of crap in the market, do it right and for pity’s sake, put the TV somewhere you can see it with out twisting your head sideways!
It's a cool trailer, thanks. For $25,000 dollars (on their website in 2022), that is comparably expensive to other RV trailers that include a shower/bathroom.
This is true. I will say though after seeing the trailer in person there’s no comparison between the quality of a large RV and something like this. When you think that a quality teardrop trailer cost 20 to 40,000 today this actually is a really good price for a small camper. I’m actually a bit surprised it stayed this low with the crazy price increases the last three years.
Cute little trailor and build. I'd rather have a camper van and not have to worry about pulling anything, but it's definitely an option. Thanks for showing this.
That is a really good point Jenny. The beauty of this is low maintenance, and that it doesn't really lose value in comparison to something with a motor. BUT, on the flipside there are quite a few cons that come with towing that you don't run into with a van or small rv.
Honestly, pulling a caravan is NOT difficult in any way. You very quickly adjust for the size and the fact that things are a bit slower. The best thing about towing is that when you stop somewhere, you unhook the car and you’re free. Brilliant when you realise you’ve forgotten bread and have to run to the shops!
I saw then at the RV show. Insanely expensive (OVER 100k?? Wth??) And VERY small and narrow. Yucky. Not at all comfy, either. For that, I'll buy an old UHaul box truck or very small school bus.
Nice little trailer. This is going to go well with couples living in HOA controlled areas where it can be placed inside the garage out of sight. One plus of this is routine maintenance out of the weather. Great for first time buyers/camping people. I agree, teardrop campers are not for everyone and for relaively long trips. Very nice indeed, and priced right. Well done.
It truly is one of our favorite campers. It’s definitely a niche market, but for those of us with small towing vehicles, but wanting to leave a little bigger, nothing beats this
I really like the light wait. But don't like the counter & kitchen table. The refrigerator dark color I also dislike. Is there any other options to choice from. Not sure about that porta potty? Can I use compost material? The rest is awesome! Thanks for doing the video for us.
I don't think there are other options on the counter or table. But there is for the fridge. And yes, you could use a composting toilet, but it may be a bit large for that little space.
That is so interesting I was researching the MeerKat just a few days ago. I thought they were gone though, because all writeups disappeared a few years ago, dealers no longer had them, and they were not listed on the LittleGuys website or dealers. Well that is clear now (or rather more clear). They are no longer using dealers, using their own MeerKat website, and selling direct like Scamp, Casita, Trillium, Escape, and others.
Yes, even when they were more spread out they were still hard to come across online. These have been "sleeper trailers" in terms of getting out in the public eye. I was hopeful this video may bring more attention to this design. Fingers crossed!
I’d like to see how well one of these holds up before I purchased it. If they gave you one to demo for a year, that would be proof enough for a lot of us.
Well, if they built anywhere as good as what they are based on, the Eriba Puck, then they might hold up pretty well th-cam.com/video/l7jSB7P5GRY/w-d-xo.html
@@Funkgun The build quality was what stuck out to me most when I saw it in person. Like you said those Pucks have been around for years and are still holding up.
The price isn’t too bad considering what you get. It’s much nicer than a tent and way cheaper than lodging in the long run. I like how light it is too. But I would have to have a/c. Do you have a ballpark for that? I didn’t see it on the website. Thank you.
Nice video, thanks! Toying with the idea of buying a second trailer light enough for our Jeep TJ to pull just for fun. I can't see dropping $23k+ on it, though. That's not much less than I paid for our beautiful 25' Rockwood MiniLite. For my purposes, a sub-$10k teardrop would do the job, so I feel like I'm paying $12k premium to get the Meerkat. I suppose for the right customer, its a reasonable price if you have storage issues and can't park or tow anything else.
Just wait a few years. Should be able to grab one cheaper and should be in better shape than outside kept. Minus possible rats (keep radio on and plug holes!)
I'm currently a small fiberglass trailer owner, have backcountry and campground camped for 67 years. This video is an excellent presentation on the Meerkat, thanks.
Simplicity...love it! I would have to travel 3000 miles to pick one up but my daughter and grandson live in San Diego. We would try out near a beach before I brought it back home. I would have a great time camping on the way back. I've been waiting for a video on the Meerkat, so thank you.
Glad this video was what you were looking for. That trip to see the family and pickup a Meerkat would be amazing! We can't wait to take our trailer down the coast this summer!
We converted a Honda Element. It has a removeable Moon Roof that permits you to stand in the morning to dress. There is no limitation on height. Ha Ha It has AC and Heat standard.
Thanks for this great overview Drew! Do they have crankup trailers similar to those truck bed campers that retract when on the road? That would give many of the same benefits to this design, and possibly less chance of leaks compared to a soft canopy. The basic design could likely be copied by a handy person at much lower cost, however labor may be extensive.
Wouldn't that be great James. Every trailer like this that is made today has some form of canvas. Like the touring GT from Hymer. Back in the day they made campers like the Hi-Lo Trailers which are exactly like you described. If anyone knows of trailers being made like this today please let us know. You are absolutely right that you would benefit from both the pop-up and lessen your chance of leaks.
@@PlayingwithSticks Yeah. The old Hi-Lo. There were some hard-side popups that cranked up and the hard-sides unfolded .... but alas, they no longer exist. Sigh.
10 years ago I paid 15 for a pop up trailer. Queen, king and extra bed if you pull down dining table. Frig,heat,air,shower and toliet. Awning with lock storage in front it's a Fleetwood. I'm never selling it's perfect for California camping. I was thinking smaller til I seen prices.
Wow! $23,000 for a trailer without a shower, fixed toilet, gray, black or fresh tanks, AC heater or propane for the fridge, heat or cooktop. Not for me, BUT you can put it in a garage, you can tow it with the car you already have (most people, I have a truck, but I don't mind that and I don't live in a city) and you don't have to pay someone on a lot to store it (which I have to, HOA rules, sigh). So, yeah, not for everyone but if it gets people out camping it can't be a bad thing. Be safe!
We don't heart many comments Richard! This one gets a big heart from us. Love seeing how you broke down the pros and cons based on different needs. Love your attitude.
Yeah, I thought it was too high too for the little amount you get. It's a cool idea though for getting off the ground but I expected the price to be under $10,000 for sure. Honestly even lower since there's nothing really there for convenience like you said, to justify that price tag.
Haha. Yes, at least we gave the price though 😂 We find most these walk through videos show the trailer and never tell the price. We were glad the Meerkat builders allowed us to put the price up there.
Yes, there enthusiasm was really neat to see. Even if it gets them out there only a few times. I think that can create memories that will last for a lifetime. Especially for those grandchildren they planned on taking out.
They will probably be back home in a week and the camper will be for resale. I'm an RVer but its not as easy as walking into a B & B.(especially at their age). I know I'm 73.
Too expensive but, for that price... It could improve and without adding an extra cost. 1.- The tow bar is too long. One foot must be trimmed. The tow bar is designed long cuz it is thought to aid in turns, but it does NOT help, on the contrary, it gets in the way. 2.- The battery box must be four inches higher; four inches longer and four inches wider; the battery is placed below and the upper part is divided for storage or to put the tool box. 3.- The side windows and the rear window are very large; if they were cut in half it would be better and safer. Safety is important. 4.- It should be fitted with a hollow and square tube rear fender that can also be used to store a fishing rod. 5.- The entrance door must have three hinges. Lastly, it should include a microwave oven.
I agree on the price, undoubtedly high, and even in Europe the Eriba have always been expensive by virtue of their aluminum body. To consider that they are really robust and durable and it is not difficult to find specimens of 50-60 and more years and I see some of your teardops are more expensive (see Bean trailers, for example). I would say that the yardstick is with your Airstream, which are also very valuable. I would add that for some time the Puck - from which this Meerkat derives - has not been in production for some time together with other super-compact models due the high costs (moreover in Italy campsites are expensive and in the end it has become more comfortable and convenient to go to hotel). And it's a shame because I really like this Meerkat and I prefer it to your teardrops (no offense but in case of rain I would find it annoying to have to get up, get dressed in some way to go out to prepare breakfast and have to eat out somehow).
I have this trailer and love it. My wife and I are actually putting up for sale our 2016. We have out grown it. We bought this trailer because we only can tow 1500 pounds. The other reason was because we were able to fit it in are garage. It really is a nice trailer that was built in San Diego CA. We like the fact you don’t need a large vehicle. The cushions are super comfortable. At night we set down a 22” tv and watch Netflix with out jackey or sure power if available. This trailer has a lot the Benifits of a teardrop. With some similarities to a Scamp. Everywhere we go it turns heads. If you look at the price of some teardrops this is right in line.
We were hoping a Meerkat owner would jump on here. One thing folks will be interested to hear about is build quality. Would you mind sharing? Thanks for sharing all this great information. Always neat to hear from someone who is actually using one of these trailers.
As for the build quality we have not really had any issues with it. This is our first trailer so I do not have a basis of comparison.. We did have light drizzle with no leaks. We spent a night in Joshua tree. It was 40 degrees and did feel a little cold but nothing like a tent. Our Meerkat has a small AC unit inside the box which is nice during hot days.
@@vicentemedina1903 That is something I wish I mentioned. THE AC unit. I think folks would definitely benefit from that in your neck of the woods. Again thanks for sharing.
@@PlayingwithSticks no problem, been watching your show for a year. My wife and I are big fans. The small electric heater advice helped us out to really be able to enjoy this Meerkat in colder weather. Thanks again !
We actually own one too! They talked us into it when we went to look at A-liners 😆 but now that our kids are a little bigger, it isn’t quite the right fit (since we don’t love the side tent option). That said, the quality is what drew us to it, and we have zero complaints. It’s well built and you’d be hard pressed to find a better option for 1-2 people. Plus I love that it’s so light and I can maneuver it by hand! When I take the kiddos out solo, it’s darn near perfect. (We use a separate potty tent and don’t cook inside of it, for anyone wondering) Also. The ‘no tanks’ is definitely a plus when we’re leaving the campground, zooming past the 10+ trailers waiting in line for the dump station! 😉
Great walk through! I love the one that the couple at the end bought. The only thing I’m not a big fan of is the logo. It’s a bit too big and home made looking. But is that what they are going for? Not that it matters...overall great trailer. I wish you didn’t have to make the bed, then it would be THE ONE.
Yes, they picked up a beautiful little trailer. My favorite are some of the trailers out there that are red. And not just a little red line, like a lot of red. And yes, that logo definitely jumps out. But, when we were there we saw folks picking up trailers with no logos. Little Guy is okay with you customizing the trailer however you like, even if that means removing the logo. One family made theirs silver with no logo. They went to a National Park that was familiar with seeing Airstreams everyday and the camp host said to them "I didn't know they made an airstream that small." 😆
And yes, the making of the bed each night can be a bummer. That is something that drives our family crazy on week long trips where we are stopping somewhere different every day. One thing I liked on this trailer was the fact that the table wasn't part of the bed design. Nice to have the bed up and be able to put the table on the 2nd pedestal or keep it outside.
Yes all the 13 foot campers almost doubled in price the last two years. A scamp camper was $12k Now it is just $18k. And scamp is known for being a budget camper. I can’t imagine how much the non-budget campers cost right now!
Those are so cute! We only have one parking spot in our below ground parade so we’re sticking with our micro camper for now. But love these options for those with a bit more space!
@@PlayingwithSticks We have a Honda Pilot with a 6' sleeping space and 2' kitchen off the back. It's the biggest vehicle that would still fit into our parking spot.
I'm in San Diego and I just found out about this trailer. Really is exactly what we are looking for, just need to save the $. I think for what you get it is a reasonable price and there is not much else on the market that can fit in the garage with this much space.
You nailed it there. One more great benefit for folks is these trailers are not on a huge waitlist. Meaning folks can pick one up this summer! Well, that is if this video doesn't go too viral 😂 Love your name by the way. I am not sure if you are familiar with Nebraska football. But, Scott Frost is a bit of a legend in the state of Nebraska.
We ordered ours in July 2020 and have been enjoying the meerkat since October! We are a couple and it's perfect for us. Before we ordered it I was watching all you videos about small campers! One thing struck me most was that you can move the teardrop with hand, so we decided we want a lightweight camper. We sure can push it into place when we can't back it into the space! Glad we found meerkat and we have been camping on weekends 3 times per month since. It's perfect for 1-2 ppl, we still spend so much time outdoors and only use it as a bed at night and shelter when it gets dark! Thanks for the video, Drew :)
So neat to hear about your camping style. The Meerkat sounds like a perfect fit for you. So many great features like a teardrop (lightweights, fits in a garage,...) But all the benefits of a stand up camper.
@@PlayingwithSticks Yes, this was the only one we could find to fit in the garage + can stand up + don't need to buy a truck or new suv to tow it Lol. You are right about why the teardrops cost so much, with all the features added up, the price added up
It's cute. Love the Windows! Worried about the expansion tent roof. For my needs a comfortable bed is more important than a sofa/ table. Just go ahead and build the roof tall enough you don't feel like it's a coffin. Add a extra 2 feet in length for a private toilet shower area. No tanks catch the shower water like the sink. Run a line for propane heater I camp in cold locations.. But it's cute. Like the kitchen also.
You have some great build suggestions here. Would love to see a trailer like that. Like you the sofa table isn't a big thing for us. We like a big comfy bed and a small side table. That is all we need.
You are absolutely right. I was picturing a pop up top. But when I went back and read her comment I realize she didn’t want the top and is exactly describing fiberglass Trailers. I just got a quote last night from scamp. The 16 foot model which she has basically describing here is currently coming in at $23,385 pretty much the same price as this trailer.
Whoa 1st time campers! I figured everyone had been camping, it's like never eating McDonalds 😁 Theyll ❤ it (which is good since there buying a camper lol)
While camping and eating in camp go together nicely, there's usually no reason at all to feel obligated to eat in camp, nor is picnicking exclusive to camping. Just so you know.
Wow. You always know to prepare for sticker shock when they delay mentioning the price until the end. I'll admit, it's a very cool trailer, but the 23k cost takes the shine off quite a bit.
A lot of videos we see don't even mention the price these days. I think a lot of people are afraid to put it out there. And I don't blame them. These costs really shock folks!
That's a little steep compared to my 10k teardrop with rooftop tent, but the ability to stand up, cook in, and sleep maybe two more (oh, and do your business) obviously steers people that way, and I can dig it. Add 2 100 watt solar generators attaching to 2 500 power stations and you're good to live anywhere.
Yes, when comparing to a teardrop you are looking at double the price when it comes to most 13' or longer trailers. Even the Scamp which used to be a steal, now is coming off the lot around $20,000. At least that is what we are hearing from folks in the comment section. Scamp doesn't really post their prices online to our knowledge. Great idea with the solar and some power stations. Imagine this as a solo person's trailer. Bed in the back, table near the front. It would be a perfectly little bachelorette/bachelor pad.
Yeah. Agreed. The far superior overall value of a teardrop’s only competitor is a minivan or a Prius if a person already owns the minivan or Prius. And I now understand the desire for more amenities and the $$ it costs compared to sleeping on the back seat of my pickup (which I still love, but my body is starting to complain😬).
@@mikemead2315 100%. I have seen 16-19 foot bunk houses that sleep 5+ for 23k and under, so that's my only complaint about this.. Full showers and kitchens too. That's what I originally wanted, but our 2011 Highlander tows only 2000 lbs i think. I do think the teardrop is going to be a great way to introduce my kids to camping while keeping them happy and safe; this channel has helped prove it to the wife haha
@@spideymcgee4718 Absolutely! The teardrop will be great! If your family gets into camping, your camper needs will evolve - it wont be your last camper. If not, great fun without a big investment. You wont know no mater how much research you do until you and your family do it! The adventure is Great fun!
@@mikemead2315 my man! It definitely won't be our last. We will get that 16-19 foot bunk house soon enough haha. I wanted the teardrop, she wanted the bunkhouse buy realized it isn't possible now. So for once, the man gets what he wanted! (She got to pick which one and what goes in it). I'm so excited to get out and about and teach these kids how to camp, glamp and survive!
For how long you procrastinated on giving a price, I expected far worse. It's really expensive, but somehow seems that every small simple camper I love is expensive
@@PlayingwithSticks I also noticed how untapped the minimalist trailer market is. You can get a larger, mainstream camper cheaper than anything compact but we'll pay because there's a niche who really wants something between tents and traditional RVs
Very nice! No AC in the Midwest heat and humidity can be a deal breaker for us, but ’m seeing some spots to put a portable one. Curious as to their level of insulation too. Thanks for going so far with this video!
Sorry, I should have had Sean mention the ad-ons. Many people order the AC unit. It fits right up in the fiberglass tongue box that Sean showed. As for insulation I can't remember what they used. But they were very proud of it. I do remember that. We have had a couple of comments on this video from Meerkat owners who have said the insulation is great. Insulation is a big deal both for that AC and for a heater. Our vintage trailer we decided to leave the original insulation due to lack of time. Boy was that a bad mistake. Fall camping in that felt like mid-winter camping in our teardrop.
@@PlayingwithSticks I agree there concerning insulation. Not having a fully enclosed, it’s been a challenge keeping the camper to temp. But the garageability can’t be beat. The Meerkat might be the best of both.
I'd try a small fan at first. A/C is a huge draw and I was born in MW. We used ginormous window fans in am to pull hot air out. Works great, gets you to lunchtime. A smaller fan would do same in the am and save power. That's one thing: it's cold most days in am! I was shocked in Hawaii. It was like 78 at 5 or 6 am!
@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 in the three years since I made this comment, this TT is definitely off the list now. We have a Runaway 6x8 squaredrop now, with AC. While we don’t use the AC all the time because of how well it’s insulated from the sun, it’s still needed. Example: last Labor Day our camping trip up in Wisconsin reached the 90s. And our 4th of July trip to the UP brought an unseasonable heat wave that was not at all expected when the trip was initially planned. Funny we used to be able to escape north in the summer here in the MW… not so much anymore
Love this concept. I watched it twice and I can't figure out where the gray water goes if no gray tank? Also can you get with electrical cord for plug in and AC? I see a need for more of these super small trailers with 4x4 so people can really go off road with them.
Great question. There is a exit tube under the camper. This runs typically into a bucket you bring. You can also get something nicer like this www.amazon.com/Camco-Portable-Accessories-Durable-Odorless-39002/dp/B07CQ1WC72/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=gray+water+tote&qid=1615663563&sr=8-1 As for the electrical the scene where Sean is bending down next to the rear of the trailer that is where the 110 port is for the AC. And as for AC are you talking electricity or Air Con. If aircon we have had multiple Meerkat owners in this comment section say that they have an air conditioner on theirs. The folks at Little Guy said they are hidden inside the tongue box when installed. Yes, a beefed up version of this trailer for 4x4 would be awesome.
Cost covers labor, manufacturing overhead, etc, and if you run a small business then you know these expenses aren't cheap. So, if it works for you then it does. I like the garage storage feature. But, if you need something bigger then get that one for about the same price.
By far the lightest camper I've seen, I guess its good if you drive a mini cooper or something but for 23k wasn't expecting that price tag, its nice though.
Wow, I thought my new teardrop was pricey, this makes me feel so much better, everything in my teardrop is a step above & less $$$ overall. Guess big selling points are able to stand up, fits in garage & can be towed by anything & don’t forget the cuteness factor. My teardrop has 3 out of 4. Would be interesting if they had a step above premium model, but I guess price would be out of range for most !
Thank you for sharing. What teardrop do you own? I don't think we have ever asked you. Good point on the premium model. Once you start pushing over $30,000 I bet it is a pretty hard sell.
@@jacwar55 Fun! We just took a tour of this trailer when we were down in San Diego. We actually made a little video of the boondock version that should come out some time this spring or summer.
Haha. You weren’t the only one. I remember one time my mother bought a brand new Jeep. And she actually paid extra to get the manual windows versus the electronic.
I never even thought about this being a 1 person trailer. It would be great. You could keep your bed in the back and still have the table setup on the pedestal up front. This way you wouldn't have to take the bed up and down everyday. Glad you were able to watch this one. Stay safe as well!
Thanks for actually knowing what a small camper trailer is. Some other channels talk about micro and small trailers and they are looking at 21 foot trailers. A real micro or small trailer should be around under 2000 lbs in my opinion.
I agree. Our threshold for the channel used to be 1600 pounds. I may I’ll say 2000 as many of these small campers are being over built. With all the trailers on the channel I think the highest we have had in terms of weight is 1800lbs.
@@PlayingwithSticksMaybe micro should be under 1500? I'd go this route, but I'd have to see it. A van made me claustrophobic! No. Hell to the NO. And they were like 120k!! Felt there was more room in my Tiguan.
If they took the wheels and trailer off and put jacks on it so I could put it on my half ton pickup...it would be perfect. 1000bl is way lighter than most truck campers. And if priced for about $10K, you would put truck camper builders out of business.
I would DEFINITELY take out most of the seats and install a tiny shower and put in a Laveo Dry Flush toilet! I tried this kind of toilet for 4 months and the smell is literally unbearable unless you empty it 10 times daily.
Why don't you START with the COST? Are you a salesman? Because only a salesman would do that. I don't listen to salesmen because all they do is advertise/try to rip you off.
It's tough to swallow isn't it. There are quite a few factors involved in the pricing. Check out this video we go over the reasons with teardrop trailers, but many of the reasons apply to this camper as well. th-cam.com/video/2rwwkIvZ4jo/w-d-xo.html
You definitely could get a 26 ft ultralight for that price. Just remember this is a small operation, not a trailer coming from a large manufacturer. I get that these trailers are expensive for many of us, but I also realize it’s hard for them to price them any lower. Or at least that’s what I assume because you can’t find any 13 foot trailers under 20,000
@@PlayingwithSticks i do not know wear you looking for the 13 foot trailers. is plenty options hear in florida. and you can go to facebook market you can find a decent one for less.
@@PlayingwithSticks I love the "no winterizing." I hate maintenance. If you have to plug into 110 volt where can you do that? Maybe 110v is the normal setup at established campgrounds?
@@alicehallam8247 Yes, the 110 is what you get from your home and campgrounds. Often at the campgrounds you get to choose between 2 voltages 220 or 110. I am not an expert on this though because we have never used either. The majority of our camping is off-grid and if we do camp at a paid site it is in a tent spot. Wish I could be more helpful.
There’s a number of options on the market thankfully. Unfortunately they are all quite expensive. I think this is the most affordable standup trailer that fits in your garage. another more affordable option would be a canvas pop-up trailer.
$23 grand. Uhh 🤔 I dunno about that price. It's cute tho.
Glad you find it cute. That is what I was hoping folks would think. Now the price, that hasn't been the big selling point on this video 😂
Right I've seen bigger for that price
@@evon1987 you missed the point. The point is it’s small so it fits in your garage.
23 grand and no bathroom, there's plenty out there for that price with a full bathroom.
Wow! Even the overpriced Scamp is under 19k! Sleeps 4. I decided we will just rent cabins or use our tent with these prices. If it slept 4, and was at least $5500 cheaper? I’d consider this. Its pretty neat. I appreciate the windows. But 23k?!??
Yeah if they can get the price down to around 12,000 I would definitely buy one. 23,000$ is a bit steep. I love the concept and that anything can tow it. An outside shower and grill would be awesome
Exactly
Try 3k.
8thousand better price
Now with most of the trim options it’s $30,000
Lower price, be nice!
Think very expensive, especially when there’s “No Shower” & did NOT see any heater or a/c either.....!!??
Agree.
Have you found any cheap campers?
@@FlyGuy457 Not Yet!! Looking More into “Tiny Home’s in Tennessee”..... Or Simple Small Log Cabin’s-But They’re All Off Grid!!! Gotta Have Indoor Plumbing & Electricity, Along W/A.C. And Heat!! Then Even One Room & Another For Bathroom Would Be Great!!
The price is an astronomical rip off people's arms and legs.
A Micro Minnie is cheaper than this 🤣🤣
Will be a ton of trailers for resale once the pandemic is over and things get back to more normal. Just be patient grasshopper.
Exactly!!
LOL
Good! I've never been normal and we have still traveled as much as before, love States without Mask paranoia!
Yup just wait a few years...
If all the foreclosures go thru that everyone is talking about. These trailers will be ppl new homes.
Wish they shared the price at the beginning, it would of saved me 12 minutes!
I was expecting 15g max. Hard pass
This looks like the holy grail for me as 62-year-old solo female. But the price new is too much for me.
@@factsarenotdirtyfwords5451 There are some great FB groups for solo female campers. Check it out. I'm fixing up my Subaru now for car sleeping and off-road.
@@factsarenotdirtyfwords5451 I have pepper gel spray on hand. We'll see how it goes!
@@factsarenotdirtyfwords5451 Bear spray is illegal here. I gave my taser away-impractical.
@@factsarenotdirtyfwords5451 You definitely need a gun. With ammo. Takes away all fear.
Yea, that is pricey.
I’ve owned a Meerkat since 2018. We’ve put over 12,000 miles on it with no problems. The company is honest and accommodating. The construction is quality and durable. We’ve tried other options and are very happy with out choice.
We really appreciate this testimonial Paul. Nothing beats information from actual owners of these trailers.
I'm curious about a point someone raised, is mold a problem on the canvas pop up?
Mold is a problem on all canvas used in trailers if not maintain properly. You can check out our videos we take out my fathers pop-up camper that is almost 50 years old. We used it growing up extensively, it has no mold and almost looks new. It really is about ensuring you don’t store the camper when the canvas is wet. So the pop-up camper this is kind of annoying because when you get home you have to pop it up again to let it dry out if it rained the day you collapsed camp. But with a little meerkat pop that up just takes seconds.
Can you take this off grid, up mountains and rough land?
Cool. Can I get a loan??
OMG!! Spit my coffee out everywhere when I heard the price! $23,000’s! Must have been that fancy port-a-potty, big stove, and natural pop up air conditioning that jumped the price up so much! 😆
Yeah. It’s cool. But not worth $23,000. That’s crazy
UNBELIEVABLE.... WHO THE HELL WOULD PAY $23k for this? (And that toilet and stove are THE CHEAPEST pieces of ...........
Yeah, I was sold till that price. Maybe it will come down
That price is crazy but all these little campers are like that. You would think competition would have brought the price down but it has not.
Yes! I’m still waiting from somebody from outside the RV and Trailer industry to make a camper. I’m pretty sure they would undercut everyone And get that market to course correct
This video was very well done - thank you. It’s the perfect camper if you’re limited on what you can tow with your vehicle. I love that you can stand up in it, have the kitchen inside, the little toilet and all those windows make it extra special. With that price, I’ll keep camping in my car and wait until all those people who purchased one during Covid go back to flying on airplanes and sell theirs 😉
I camp in my pickup. Yeah! I too am waiting (and hoping) for that big sell off and deals!
My fear is camping is rediscovered like when I was a kid. Maybe not all bad. Still that means more trade-ins and more camper competitors. Maybe even demand for mass produced camper quality.
May be a win either way 😃
I couldnt help commenting that the price is outrageous. I was expecting half that!. Nice unit though.
Tough isn't it. Just a a few years ago it seemed you could get a Scamp trailer for $11K. Now even the Scamps are $20K. This is the going rate in the industry right now for 13' trailers. Luckily there are still a lot of used trailers out there to be purchased.
@SlowHandMcQueeg She was one of the lucky ones on the waitlist. If you purchase a Scamp today you go on an automatic 17 month waitlist. This puts the prices at the 2023 models. If you want more specifics on the prices let me know and I can post them.
You can get a Micro Minnie for less or the same depending on the model. Please don't try to justify this inflated pricing. Just because other companies sell their campers in a certain price range doesn't mean you have to with yours. I get starting a business and wanting to dip into a market but the price for this camper is absolutely absurd. There isn't even a grey water tank!! 🤦♀️
They are sweet. That price though! 😭
You made me laugh a bit because I am realizing I have looked at too many new trailers lately. Like you a price like this used to make my jaw drop. But, this year the price tag actually seemed low to me after walking through T@Gs, T@Bs, Little Guy Mini Max's, etc. Even the Scamp, once you get everything you need on it is no longer a budget trailer. It is tough to get anything around 13' under $20,000 anymore.
@@PlayingwithSticks I paid $18.900 for my first full home!
@@onejohn2.26 Now that is awesome! We paid $80,000 for ours and thought we got a great deal. Haha.
@@PlayingwithSticks 1974
@@onejohn2.26 Times have changed. Ours was 2010.
Price of 23k is outrageous. No air conditioning means it’s not even an option in Florida. Plus the canvas extension part is prone to mildew and rot.
Yes, these prices today are painful! I do like to remind folks though that this is the going rate fora 13' trailer in the market today. They all start at $20K or more. And yes, AC is a must. I forgot to have Sean mention that in the video. You can add AC, it hides inside the tongue box. And yes, on any trailer canvas is your weakest point. But, if treated well can last much longer than most people realize. If you check out our pop-up trailer videos my father has kept his pop-up in immaculate condition for almost 50 years now. And our family used it a lot!
@@PlayingwithSticks SCAMP 13" basic going for about a bit over $14K. Didn't see AC listed on the meerkat website either, maybe it's a custom job.
@@CroakerOutdoors I am guessing this is going to hurt your soul like it did mine. I just got the current price sheet from Scamp a couple of days ago. The basic Model A is going for $18,000 and Model B is $19,000. And this is not the deluxe editions. Wow, small campers have gone up in price a lot in the last two years! And yes, AC can be done by them, but for some reason it isn't on the website. They hide the unit in the tongue.
@@PlayingwithSticks Ouch! That's really a bummer. I've been looking for a while something super simple. With the ever increasing prices I'm leaning closer to a DIY job using an enclosed alum trailer.
I think that’s a great idea. We picked up a cargo trailer last fall and are so excited to start back up the conversion process. We wanted to do a full conversion but after just a few additions to it we actually love how simple it is. My guess our finalize project won’t be that much different than the empty cargo trailer. 😂
$30,000 for a trailer I can’t even stand up straight in without a pop top is OUTRAGEOUS.
These are super cool! My only issue is that sink is too small for dishes. It should be a deeper rectangular one.
Yes, the rectangle shape would be beneficial. As for deeper most of these trailers have pretty shallow sinks. I assume this is because of the small water storage tanks they are subliminally pushing us to use less water. But, why not throw in a deeper sink and let us decide how much water to use.
You'll always compromise on something. If enough of the camper's features are what you need, that might be worth changed out on your own. I expect any rig will have to be customized, as you go along and see what could work better.
You said it perfectly Marie. Our channel has been a fun adventure looking for the perfect camper. And still today we haven’t found it!
For the feature set, that trailer shouldn't be more than 10k for the starting price, 12k at most. But when compared to the teardrop from the same company with all the amenities outside, I can see where the 23k comes from. Considering that there are others in a similar weight class (but not height) with an AC and proper running water for at minimum 8k less, I'm left wondering What exactly is in these that make it worth the mark up?
Not having to live w the horrible 90s greige on every other camper?
Right down the street from my house, I owned a Meerkat about a month before I traded it in for a more off-road capable trailer but it was awesome. Very well made.
23k really is a good price for something like this considering what others go for.
I agree. When I first film this video it seemed a little outrageous to me but getting to know other camper trailers in the market this really is a good deal. Now the question is how much is it going for today? I haven’t looked at the price in about a year.
Thank you so much for this video. We have been thinking about buying a camper for a while. And nothing was quite right. The Meerkat trailer fit the bill. It is so cute. My husband is 6ft 4, we have a Honda CR-V where I believe the towing capacity is about 12-1500, and we wanted to keep the trailer in our garage.. After seeing your video, and reading every comment on this blog about the video and the trailer, I called Sean at Little Guy Trailers and ordered one. The only sad part is we will not get it until next year! I had been considering getting a Cassita or Scamp but my husband can’t stand up in them and that didn’t seem fair. We are not yet retired so we will likely only be able to get out on weekends and for a week or so at a time. For now we will likely stay at KOA, visit friends. Around the country. or other such places. Thanks for letting us know that air conditioning was an option as it does not show up on the website. They are installing a zero breeze unit. It is very humid in the summer here, so we will sleep more comfortably if we can cool things off some. We will continue to enjoy learning from you and this community as we await the start of our this new exciting adventure.
good luck ! You will have to let us know how you like/loved it !
So for our family we love how simple this is. No gray water tanks, no bathroom, etc. How about you? Do you like the simplicity or would you need a bit more? Update: Since the posting of this video the custom seat fabric installation is no longer free of charge. I don't know the reasoning behind this. But my guess is due to the high demand for this little trailer, they can no longer efficiently wait for the material to arrive. If this means more trailers will be produced in less time. We get it!
Oh, yeah. I need tanks! Lots of tanks, black, grey, potable, and propane! LOL
You and May are very brave Drew, to travel that way with 2 young boys! ☺️
I Have a small Aliner. Disconnected water for simplicity. Cook and eat outside, but REALLY appreciate fridge. Use bucket method for bathroom. Love it!!
@@jamespaul2587 Haha. Yes, at times it can be an absolute nightmare. But the majority of the time the simplicity highly outweighs the nightmare moments. Its funny I have no problem setting up the outdoor shower, bathroom, grill. Even though this is a ton of extra work. But the idea of cleaning an indoor shower, bathroom, grill makes me just want to stay home. I realize this makes no sense. The cleaning is probably much less time consuming and work than the outdoor work. But I absolutely despise doing it.
@@KellieAnn71 This gave us a good laugh. My brothers, sisters, and parents would say the same thing.
Don't hate on the price, there are lots of people that this is the perfect solution. Yes you can buy a larger more fully equipped trailer for the same money - but for a lot of people that would mean buying a larger tow vehicle. The ability to park inside a standard garage is great for people living in an HOA that does not allow RV/camper parking outside.
22,000 get the ffffffffffffff out of here, I will absolutely hate on that price bwahahha the only people that this is the perfect solution for is for rich folks bored need to blow there money on something else
@@funkthat Oh, the old hate on the rich from the kiddie corner. Please grow up. You can live just fine buying what you can afford - no need to dump on those with a larger budget, what did those people ever do to you to deserve your scorn?
@Thomas63r2 could easily get an old, cheap one, full of many problems, too, right? Rattles if you're lucky, A/C not working and the button falls off the key fob for the door release and such...but it could be done for 5-10k. Assuming they're fairly road worthy.
I'd borrow or rent, myself. But I really love this decor. Perfect for one person in a Tiguan. Comfy. Roomy. Was so SICK of yucky 90s color combos! ICK. ICK. ICK. NO GREIGE. Ew.
I'd get one a few years old. That should drop the price some.
Finally someone was thinking. Under 1000lbs and good amenities inside. My suv can’t do more then 1500 so kudos to the smart engineers.
That was our thoughts as well. Nice to have a trailer that can fit in the garage, be towed by your daily commuter and have a few glamping amenities.
This is under 1k? Ooh. I just bought a Tiguan. Didn't even THINK of it being a trailer-ey thing! But there WAS a hitch, so...
$23k? No, $$15k that would work. Besides it doesn't have a toilet or shower.
Out of my price range,but I love it!Been thinking on how to make one just like it,before I saw this video.Really like the simplicity,and lack of complicated gadgets that just break over time.You guys scored a home run with the Meercat!!!
$22,000 and it doesn’t come with an engine, drive train, or transmission. Huge profits.
@@dhouse609 Yea, I feel like the price is too much, during the video I was guessing 10-12k because there are no running parts. just a body and some easy electrical, no water tank.
The thing I like about the MeerKat is the compact size combined with component and build quality. I want a small camper, but I have found the “smaller” versions are usually the lowest priced “value” campers that cut so many quality and feature corners they are just junk for anyone except the most casual of users. The MeerKat has done a good job with good quality components in a nice compact size. That price buys a few other quality standup campers in that size range (just a few), but with slightly different characteristics. So then the question is which attributes are the most important.
That is what excited me most about this trip. When I went down there I was able to view the corner cutting trailers as well. Trim pieces were hiding poorly sealed seems, messy caulk all over. But the Meerkat...Every one I inspected which was quite a few coming through the shop all were in immaculate condition. And no giant trim pieces hiding potential areas of concern for leaks. I also really liked that they used a 1 piece fiberglass roof which was a feature I forgot to add to the video.
I think this concept is amazing... However, for that price there are others that provide way more amenities... ie: a/c, larger Fridge/Freezers, Room, proper bed, and proper bath, more storage.... However, it is clever...
NuCamp teardrops have everything, on a small scale and well-built, but they go for >$30K.
This is a beautiful camper and I love the name! The use of space is excellent. If I could afford it I'd buy this one. We are doing a cargo conversion this size So lots of ideas.
That was or hope for this video that it would inspire people's current builds. Like you we are currently in the process of converting a cargo trailer. So hard to know where to start with this blank slate. So many options!
Presentation was very well done. Great alternative to a tear drop.
Glad you liked it! That is how we see it "a teardrop alternative." It offers a very similar camping experience.
There are those times ( yeah, yeah, weather forcasts have come a long way ) where you don't want to be trapped in small, little teardrop trailer and you don't want to go home either, or you're on the road on a long, traveling trip when you're stuck in a deluge of rain for three or four days in a row, stuck inside, getting claustrophobic. Sleeping in something bigger also makes you feel more secure.
Looks like a perfect size and weight for many novices who want to go out and get away easily, without buying a bigger car, s.u.v., or truck/spend a lot more money to pull and store a trailer.Without looking, does this company offer a heavier, four-season model with molded fiberglass, and a beefed up suspension to go with the added weight. Something more like a Scamp?
@@luvyesmusici4886 Yes, the Scamp is a great fit for most of us. If we could just get it to fit in a standard garage without airing down the tires or removing the rims from the axles it would check all the boxes. Well, I guess it is a little on the heavy side for a 4 cylinder vehicle. But other than that, pretty great little trailers! And no, the Meerkat is the only trailer they make like this. They do make a smaller teardrop trailer as well.
@@PlayingwithSticks Thanks for responding. Watching a subsequent video ( the second of yours ), I see you do have a trardrop that works for you, and is perfect for your needs for the time being.
You have a beautiful family! I don't have to tell you to enjoy every day with your kids, they grow sooo fast, and time flies. What a great way to spend time together and experience nature and togetherness, getting away with your trailer. :-)
I'd buy it. Fitting into a garage is a real plus because of HOA
Why are they so expensive? This video is exclaiming a price of $23,000. The website begs to differ. Prices start at $25,000. After you add the $1400 frig, $250 bed extension and a few other things, you're close to $30,000.
What I like is that it's light, small, fits in a garage, looks great inside and out, looks quality, and love the non leaf spring suspension and tongue weight of only 100lbs. What I really don't like is... 1. NO dry bath/gray tank for shower. 2. SILLY cheap toilet, at the very least should have a cassette toilet. Not even a curtain around it. 3. COMMON!!! No 2 burner stove or microwave??. That isn't a kitchen. WHERE is the PROPANE??. The little one burner propane thing in the drawer won't cut it at all. 4. NO AIR CONDITIONER??, even my 75 VW camper had a fan and air conditioning. 5. This is a half baked camper. Although the teardrop won't fit in a garage it's a complete camper and feels like one. If the price of this camper was around $12000-14000 it might make some sense but it lacks way too much to make up for its ridiculous $23000 price tag. The teardrop isn't much more so thats really a no brainer. I wish you luck but please rethink it's over simplicity vs. very steep price.
We love your breakdown here. We were hoping more folks shared there thoughts like you. The big one that surprised us was the 2 burner stove. In previous year's models they had the stove built into the countertop. They said they removed it because the builder created the trailer to meet his family's needs. And they liked to have the cooking inside and out. Me too, but I would still like a stationary burner for that morning coffee. AC can be an option. They hide it in the tongue box. And yes, $12,000 we wouldn't think twice about picking one up. Thanks again for sharing.
Too Cute! Great for a week or so but not my choice for longer excursions.
Yes, that is exactly how we described it. A perfect weekend to 1 week camper.
Nice setup! Fantastic windows and lighting. Very low towing weight. Reduced towing height. Short towing length. Easy expanding headroom where needed. Really does fit between a teardrop and a traditional camper.
Isn't it neat! If there was a 16 foot version of this that allowed us to keep the bed down all day May and I would really consider getting one. We don't need a bathroom, or a kitchen, or even a sink. But the two things we realize our family needs/wants are a separate table and bed area and having a heater that is vented to the outside. These two things would be worth every penny to our family.
Looks very much like an Eriba Touring copy to me.
They've been around for decades in Europe.
Except for the build quality that seems less.
And for the price of this one, you can get a very nice Eriba. This model looks really simple and cheap.
I was really excited when I heard that Eriba was coming to America. They failed to deliver on the promise. It has to fit in aside garage, quality please, cushions, wheels, tires, windows and cabinets - there is plenty of crap in the market, do it right and for pity’s sake, put the TV somewhere you can see it with out twisting your head sideways!
To much $ for all ya get,,better off buying a good cargo trailer and putting 4 or 5 k into it
It's a cool trailer, thanks. For $25,000 dollars (on their website in 2022), that is comparably expensive to other RV trailers that include a shower/bathroom.
This is true. I will say though after seeing the trailer in person there’s no comparison between the quality of a large RV and something like this. When you think that a quality teardrop trailer cost 20 to 40,000 today this actually is a really good price for a small camper. I’m actually a bit surprised it stayed this low with the crazy price increases the last three years.
Cute little trailor and build. I'd rather have a camper van and not have to worry about pulling anything, but it's definitely an option. Thanks for showing this.
That is a really good point Jenny. The beauty of this is low maintenance, and that it doesn't really lose value in comparison to something with a motor. BUT, on the flipside there are quite a few cons that come with towing that you don't run into with a van or small rv.
Honestly, pulling a caravan is NOT difficult in any way. You very quickly adjust for the size and the fact that things are a bit slower.
The best thing about towing is that when you stop somewhere, you unhook the car and you’re free. Brilliant when you realise you’ve forgotten bread and have to run to the shops!
I saw then at the RV show. Insanely expensive (OVER 100k?? Wth??) And VERY small and narrow. Yucky. Not at all comfy, either. For that, I'll buy an old UHaul box truck or very small school bus.
Nice little trailer. This is going to go well with couples living in HOA controlled areas where it can be placed inside the garage out of sight. One plus of this is routine maintenance out of the weather. Great for first time buyers/camping people. I agree, teardrop campers are not for everyone and for relaively long trips. Very nice indeed, and priced right. Well done.
Great point here on the HOA. Thanks for sharing.
Still a waste of money. Better off with a truck and a bed tent..
Great comment! It seems perfect in most ways, especially with an added screen room/awning!
It truly is one of our favorite campers. It’s definitely a niche market, but for those of us with small towing vehicles, but wanting to leave a little bigger, nothing beats this
HOA's are menacing fire starters.
$23,000 Holy moly! It is cute.
Yes, these prices on tiny trailers these days are quite shocking when you first see them. But, they are really CUTE!
I really like the light wait. But don't like the counter & kitchen table. The refrigerator dark color I also dislike. Is there any other options to choice from. Not sure about that porta potty? Can I use compost material? The rest is awesome! Thanks for doing the video for us.
I don't think there are other options on the counter or table. But there is for the fridge. And yes, you could use a composting toilet, but it may be a bit large for that little space.
That is so interesting I was researching the MeerKat just a few days ago. I thought they were gone though, because all writeups disappeared a few years ago, dealers no longer had them, and they were not listed on the LittleGuys website or dealers. Well that is clear now (or rather more clear). They are no longer using dealers, using their own MeerKat website, and selling direct like Scamp, Casita, Trillium, Escape, and others.
Yes, even when they were more spread out they were still hard to come across online. These have been "sleeper trailers" in terms of getting out in the public eye. I was hopeful this video may bring more attention to this design. Fingers crossed!
I’d like to see how well one of these holds up before I purchased it. If they gave you one to demo for a year, that would be proof enough for a lot of us.
I like your way of thinking. Especially the giving us a demo part 😂😂😂
They have been sold since around 2015.
@@mikemead2315 that definitely qualifies as new to the market.
Well, if they built anywhere as good as what they are based on, the Eriba Puck, then they might hold up pretty well th-cam.com/video/l7jSB7P5GRY/w-d-xo.html
@@Funkgun The build quality was what stuck out to me most when I saw it in person. Like you said those Pucks have been around for years and are still holding up.
I cant find stuff like this in canada that doesnt cost me the price of 2 children. lol
If your kids are anything like our first kid, you're better off with the camper.
Hahahaha. I would agree for my second kid. My first was pretty awesome. Lol
Will they take a trade?
The price isn’t too bad considering what you get. It’s much nicer than a tent and way cheaper than lodging in the long run. I like how light it is too. But I would have to have a/c. Do you have a ballpark for that? I didn’t see it on the website. Thank you.
I can’t wrap my head around paying BIG money for these tiny trailers. If the price reflected the size it would be great
I noticed that there is no propane bottle (unless I missed it). Also, does it have a heater?
Nice video, thanks! Toying with the idea of buying a second trailer light enough for our Jeep TJ to pull just for fun. I can't see dropping $23k+ on it, though. That's not much less than I paid for our beautiful 25' Rockwood MiniLite. For my purposes, a sub-$10k teardrop would do the job, so I feel like I'm paying $12k premium to get the Meerkat. I suppose for the right customer, its a reasonable price if you have storage issues and can't park or tow anything else.
Just wait a few years. Should be able to grab one cheaper and should be in better shape than outside kept. Minus possible rats (keep radio on and plug holes!)
I'm currently a small fiberglass trailer owner, have backcountry and campground camped for 67 years. This video is an excellent presentation on the Meerkat, thanks.
Thanks Lloyd. Big fans of the fiberglass trailers. I mean BIG! It’s hard to put a price on low maintenance.
Simplicity...love it! I would have to travel 3000 miles to pick one up but my daughter and grandson live in San Diego. We would try out near a beach before I brought it back home. I would have a great time camping on the way back. I've been waiting for a video on the Meerkat, so thank you.
Glad this video was what you were looking for. That trip to see the family and pickup a Meerkat would be amazing! We can't wait to take our trailer down the coast this summer!
What do you mean? Anyone will send anything anywhere 4 $$$. I had a car sent SC >IL 450.
For that kinda money I want a steering wheel and a motor, yikes.
We converted a Honda Element. It has a removeable Moon Roof that permits you to stand in the morning to dress. There is no limitation on height. Ha Ha It has AC and Heat standard.
No mention of the heating system.
Does the Meerkat actually not even come with a heater?
What some people dont realize is the camper awning and screen room adds jus tthat much more room! Love it!
Exactly!
Thanks for this great overview Drew! Do they have crankup trailers similar to those truck bed campers that retract when on the road? That would give many of the same benefits to this design, and possibly less chance of leaks compared to a soft canopy. The basic design could likely be copied by a handy person at much lower cost, however labor may be extensive.
Wouldn't that be great James. Every trailer like this that is made today has some form of canvas. Like the touring GT from Hymer. Back in the day they made campers like the Hi-Lo Trailers which are exactly like you described. If anyone knows of trailers being made like this today please let us know. You are absolutely right that you would benefit from both the pop-up and lessen your chance of leaks.
@@PlayingwithSticks Yeah. The old Hi-Lo. There were some hard-side popups that cranked up and the hard-sides unfolded .... but alas, they no longer exist. Sigh.
Wow. It looked pretty spacious inside and quite cute outside. I like it 👍
Hello how are you doing?
For 23k I can afford a truck and insurance and fill it and an open trailer with enough amenities and tents to dwarf this trailer.
10 years ago I paid 15 for a pop up trailer. Queen, king and extra bed if you pull down dining table. Frig,heat,air,shower and toliet. Awning with lock storage in front it's a Fleetwood. I'm never selling it's perfect for California camping. I was thinking smaller til I seen prices.
Wow! $23,000 for a trailer without a shower, fixed toilet, gray, black or fresh tanks, AC heater or propane for the fridge, heat or cooktop. Not for me, BUT you can put it in a garage, you can tow it with the car you already have (most people, I have a truck, but I don't mind that and I don't live in a city) and you don't have to pay someone on a lot to store it (which I have to, HOA rules, sigh). So, yeah, not for everyone but if it gets people out camping it can't be a bad thing. Be safe!
We don't heart many comments Richard! This one gets a big heart from us. Love seeing how you broke down the pros and cons based on different needs. Love your attitude.
Yea that price is way too high for what you get. Runaway campers are very similar with ac for $6k.
@@guy_with_a_car And AC too! That is incredible.
Yeah, I thought it was too high too for the little amount you get. It's a cool idea though for getting off the ground but I expected the price to be under $10,000 for sure. Honestly even lower since there's nothing really there for convenience like you said, to justify that price tag.
@@cathyann6835 These days almost all trailers of this size start at about $20,000. It wasn't long ago they were only $15,000.
You plugged the mess out of it before you gave us that price. 😂
Haha. Yes, at least we gave the price though 😂 We find most these walk through videos show the trailer and never tell the price. We were glad the Meerkat builders allowed us to put the price up there.
The elderly couple who have never been camping before!? Hard to believe. Love their enthusiasm.
Yes, there enthusiasm was really neat to see. Even if it gets them out there only a few times. I think that can create memories that will last for a lifetime. Especially for those grandchildren they planned on taking out.
They will probably be back home in a week and the camper will be for resale. I'm an RVer but its not as easy as walking into a B & B.(especially at their age). I know I'm 73.
Too expensive but, for that price... It could improve and without adding an extra cost. 1.- The tow bar is too long. One foot must be trimmed. The tow bar is designed long cuz it is thought to aid in turns, but it does NOT help, on the contrary, it gets in the way. 2.- The battery box must be four inches higher; four inches longer and four inches wider; the battery is placed below and the upper part is divided for storage or to put the tool box. 3.- The side windows and the rear window are very large; if they were cut in half it would be better and safer. Safety is important. 4.- It should be fitted with a hollow and square tube rear fender that can also be used to store a fishing rod. 5.- The entrance door must have three hinges. Lastly, it should include a microwave oven.
That is great to get all this feedback. We will have to pass this on to the builders of the trailer.
@@PlayingwithSticks Good!
I agree on the price, undoubtedly high, and even in Europe the Eriba have always been expensive by virtue of their aluminum body. To consider that they are really robust and durable and it is not difficult to find specimens of 50-60 and more years and I see some of your teardops are more expensive (see Bean trailers, for example). I would say that the yardstick is with your Airstream, which are also very valuable. I would add that for some time the Puck - from which this Meerkat derives - has not been in production for some time together with other super-compact models due the high costs (moreover in Italy campsites are expensive and in the end it has become more comfortable and convenient to go to hotel). And it's a shame because I really like this Meerkat and I prefer it to your teardrops (no offense but in case of rain I would find it annoying to have to get up, get dressed in some way to go out to prepare breakfast and have to eat out somehow).
I have this trailer and love it. My wife and I are actually putting up for sale our 2016. We have out grown it. We bought this trailer because we only can tow 1500 pounds. The other reason was because we were able to fit it in are garage. It really is a nice trailer that was built in San Diego CA. We like the fact you don’t need a large vehicle. The cushions are super comfortable. At night we set down a 22” tv and watch Netflix with out jackey or sure power if available. This trailer has a lot the Benifits of a teardrop. With some similarities to a Scamp. Everywhere we go it turns heads. If you look at the price of some teardrops this is right in line.
We were hoping a Meerkat owner would jump on here. One thing folks will be interested to hear about is build quality. Would you mind sharing? Thanks for sharing all this great information. Always neat to hear from someone who is actually using one of these trailers.
As for the build quality we have not really had any issues with it. This is our first trailer so I do not have a basis of comparison.. We did have light drizzle with no leaks. We spent a night in Joshua tree. It was 40 degrees and did feel a little cold but nothing like a tent. Our Meerkat has a small AC unit inside the box which is nice during hot days.
@@vicentemedina1903 That is something I wish I mentioned. THE AC unit. I think folks would definitely benefit from that in your neck of the woods. Again thanks for sharing.
@@PlayingwithSticks no problem, been watching your show for a year. My wife and I are big fans. The small electric heater advice helped us out to really be able to enjoy this Meerkat in colder weather. Thanks again !
We actually own one too! They talked us into it when we went to look at A-liners 😆 but now that our kids are a little bigger, it isn’t quite the right fit (since we don’t love the side tent option). That said, the quality is what drew us to it, and we have zero complaints. It’s well built and you’d be hard pressed to find a better option for 1-2 people. Plus I love that it’s so light and I can maneuver it by hand! When I take the kiddos out solo, it’s darn near perfect. (We use a separate potty tent and don’t cook inside of it, for anyone wondering)
Also. The ‘no tanks’ is definitely a plus when we’re leaving the campground, zooming past the 10+ trailers waiting in line for the dump station! 😉
The trailer seemed exactly like what I have been looking for, till I heard the price! And after that, all I can say is WHY?
Great walk through! I love the one that the couple at the end bought. The only thing I’m not a big fan of is the logo. It’s a bit too big and home made looking. But is that what they are going for? Not that it matters...overall great trailer. I wish you didn’t have to make the bed, then it would be THE ONE.
Yes, they picked up a beautiful little trailer. My favorite are some of the trailers out there that are red. And not just a little red line, like a lot of red. And yes, that logo definitely jumps out. But, when we were there we saw folks picking up trailers with no logos. Little Guy is okay with you customizing the trailer however you like, even if that means removing the logo. One family made theirs silver with no logo. They went to a National Park that was familiar with seeing Airstreams everyday and the camp host said to them "I didn't know they made an airstream that small." 😆
And yes, the making of the bed each night can be a bummer. That is something that drives our family crazy on week long trips where we are stopping somewhere different every day. One thing I liked on this trailer was the fact that the table wasn't part of the bed design. Nice to have the bed up and be able to put the table on the 2nd pedestal or keep it outside.
$23k! lmao. Covid gouging continues.
Yes all the 13 foot campers almost doubled in price the last two years. A scamp camper was $12k Now it is just $18k. And scamp is known for being a budget camper. I can’t imagine how much the non-budget campers cost right now!
Basic MSRP without options 24k in May of 2021.
Those are so cute! We only have one parking spot in our below ground parade so we’re sticking with our micro camper for now. But love these options for those with a bit more space!
What kind of micro camper do you guys own?
@@PlayingwithSticks We have a Honda Pilot with a 6' sleeping space and 2' kitchen off the back. It's the biggest vehicle that would still fit into our parking spot.
@@ChrisAndEmilie That truly is a micro camper. How neat! We had a similar setup with our Jeep years ago. Great way to see the country.
I'm in San Diego and I just found out about this trailer. Really is exactly what we are looking for, just need to save the $. I think for what you get it is a reasonable price and there is not much else on the market that can fit in the garage with this much space.
You nailed it there. One more great benefit for folks is these trailers are not on a huge waitlist. Meaning folks can pick one up this summer! Well, that is if this video doesn't go too viral 😂 Love your name by the way. I am not sure if you are familiar with Nebraska football. But, Scott Frost is a bit of a legend in the state of Nebraska.
@@PlayingwithSticks yeah. I googled myself a few times and was quite disappointed to learn I was not the number 1 Scott Frost 🤣
@Scott Frost Hey! You are number 1 in our book. I am pretty sure Nebraska's Scott Frost isn't' into small camper trailers like you. 😂
We ordered ours in July 2020 and have been enjoying the meerkat since October! We are a couple and it's perfect for us. Before we ordered it I was watching all you videos about small campers! One thing struck me most was that you can move the teardrop with hand, so we decided we want a lightweight camper. We sure can push it into place when we can't back it into the space! Glad we found meerkat and we have been camping on weekends 3 times per month since. It's perfect for 1-2 ppl, we still spend so much time outdoors and only use it as a bed at night and shelter when it gets dark! Thanks for the video, Drew :)
So neat to hear about your camping style. The Meerkat sounds like a perfect fit for you. So many great features like a teardrop (lightweights, fits in a garage,...) But all the benefits of a stand up camper.
@@PlayingwithSticks Yes, this was the only one we could find to fit in the garage + can stand up + don't need to buy a truck or new suv to tow it Lol. You are right about why the teardrops cost so much, with all the features added up, the price added up
22K$ you have to be kidding right that's as much as my first house was!
Dude,I could live in that thing!😆👍🤪
Ditto!
It's cute. Love the Windows! Worried about the expansion tent roof.
For my needs a comfortable bed is more important than a sofa/ table.
Just go ahead and build the roof tall enough you don't feel like it's a coffin. Add a extra 2 feet in length for a private toilet shower area. No tanks catch the shower water like the sink. Run a line for propane heater I camp in cold locations..
But it's cute. Like the kitchen also.
You have some great build suggestions here. Would love to see a trailer like that. Like you the sofa table isn't a big thing for us. We like a big comfy bed and a small side table. That is all we need.
You just described a Scamp, casita, or escape trailer.
You are absolutely right. I was picturing a pop up top. But when I went back and read her comment I realize she didn’t want the top and is exactly describing fiberglass Trailers. I just got a quote last night from scamp. The 16 foot model which she has basically describing here is currently coming in at $23,385 pretty much the same price as this trailer.
Whoa 1st time campers! I figured everyone had been camping, it's like never eating McDonalds 😁 Theyll ❤ it (which is good since there buying a camper lol)
While camping and eating in camp go together nicely, there's usually no reason at all to feel obligated to eat in camp, nor is picnicking exclusive to camping. Just so you know.
Wow. You always know to prepare for sticker shock when they delay mentioning the price until the end. I'll admit, it's a very cool trailer, but the 23k cost takes the shine off quite a bit.
A lot of videos we see don't even mention the price these days. I think a lot of people are afraid to put it out there. And I don't blame them. These costs really shock folks!
That's a little steep compared to my 10k teardrop with rooftop tent, but the ability to stand up, cook in, and sleep maybe two more (oh, and do your business) obviously steers people that way, and I can dig it. Add 2 100 watt solar generators attaching to 2 500 power stations and you're good to live anywhere.
Yes, when comparing to a teardrop you are looking at double the price when it comes to most 13' or longer trailers. Even the Scamp which used to be a steal, now is coming off the lot around $20,000. At least that is what we are hearing from folks in the comment section. Scamp doesn't really post their prices online to our knowledge. Great idea with the solar and some power stations. Imagine this as a solo person's trailer. Bed in the back, table near the front. It would be a perfectly little bachelorette/bachelor pad.
Yeah. Agreed. The far superior overall value of a teardrop’s only competitor is a minivan or a Prius if a person already owns the minivan or Prius. And I now understand the desire for more amenities and the $$ it costs compared to sleeping on the back seat of my pickup (which I still love, but my body is starting to complain😬).
@@mikemead2315 100%. I have seen 16-19 foot bunk houses that sleep 5+ for 23k and under, so that's my only complaint about this.. Full showers and kitchens too. That's what I originally wanted, but our 2011 Highlander tows only 2000 lbs i think.
I do think the teardrop is going to be a great way to introduce my kids to camping while keeping them happy and safe; this channel has helped prove it to the wife haha
@@spideymcgee4718 Absolutely! The teardrop will be great! If your family gets into camping, your camper needs will evolve - it wont be your last camper. If not, great fun without a big investment. You wont know no mater how much research you do until you and your family do it! The adventure is Great fun!
@@mikemead2315 my man! It definitely won't be our last. We will get that 16-19 foot bunk house soon enough haha. I wanted the teardrop, she wanted the bunkhouse buy realized it isn't possible now. So for once, the man gets what he wanted! (She got to pick which one and what goes in it).
I'm so excited to get out and about and teach these kids how to camp, glamp and survive!
For how long you procrastinated on giving a price, I expected far worse. It's really expensive, but somehow seems that every small simple camper I love is expensive
Yes, unfortunately, the industry is a bit out of control in terms of prices
@@PlayingwithSticks I also noticed how untapped the minimalist trailer market is. You can get a larger, mainstream camper cheaper than anything compact but we'll pay because there's a niche who really wants something between tents and traditional RVs
I'm driving from wasilla ak to Nevada to pick up my travel trailers 🤍💚💛
Very nice! No AC in the Midwest heat and humidity can be a deal breaker for us, but ’m seeing some spots to put a portable one. Curious as to their level of insulation too. Thanks for going so far with this video!
Sorry, I should have had Sean mention the ad-ons. Many people order the AC unit. It fits right up in the fiberglass tongue box that Sean showed. As for insulation I can't remember what they used. But they were very proud of it. I do remember that. We have had a couple of comments on this video from Meerkat owners who have said the insulation is great. Insulation is a big deal both for that AC and for a heater. Our vintage trailer we decided to leave the original insulation due to lack of time. Boy was that a bad mistake. Fall camping in that felt like mid-winter camping in our teardrop.
@@PlayingwithSticks I agree there concerning insulation. Not having a fully enclosed, it’s been a challenge keeping the camper to temp. But the garageability can’t be beat. The Meerkat might be the best of both.
Windows are the weak point in controlling temperature.
I'd try a small fan at first. A/C is a huge draw and I was born in MW. We used ginormous window fans in am to pull hot air out. Works great, gets you to lunchtime. A smaller fan would do same in the am and save power. That's one thing: it's cold most days in am! I was shocked in Hawaii. It was like 78 at 5 or 6 am!
@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 in the three years since I made this comment, this TT is definitely off the list now. We have a Runaway 6x8 squaredrop now, with AC. While we don’t use the AC all the time because of how well it’s insulated from the sun, it’s still needed. Example: last Labor Day our camping trip up in Wisconsin reached the 90s. And our 4th of July trip to the UP brought an unseasonable heat wave that was not at all expected when the trip was initially planned. Funny we used to be able to escape north in the summer here in the MW… not so much anymore
Love this concept. I watched it twice and I can't figure out where the gray water goes if no gray tank? Also can you get with electrical cord for plug in and AC? I see a need for more of these super small trailers with 4x4 so people can really go off road with them.
Great question. There is a exit tube under the camper. This runs typically into a bucket you bring. You can also get something nicer like this www.amazon.com/Camco-Portable-Accessories-Durable-Odorless-39002/dp/B07CQ1WC72/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=gray+water+tote&qid=1615663563&sr=8-1 As for the electrical the scene where Sean is bending down next to the rear of the trailer that is where the 110 port is for the AC. And as for AC are you talking electricity or Air Con. If aircon we have had multiple Meerkat owners in this comment section say that they have an air conditioner on theirs. The folks at Little Guy said they are hidden inside the tongue box when installed. Yes, a beefed up version of this trailer for 4x4 would be awesome.
Classy!
Cost covers labor, manufacturing overhead, etc, and if you run a small business then you know these expenses aren't cheap. So, if it works for you then it does. I like the garage storage feature. But, if you need something bigger then get that one for about the same price.
By far the lightest camper I've seen, I guess its good if you drive a mini cooper or something but for 23k wasn't expecting that price tag, its nice though.
A great walkthrough of a nice little camper!
Wow, I thought my new teardrop was pricey, this makes me feel so much better, everything in my teardrop is a step above & less $$$ overall. Guess big selling points are able to stand up, fits in garage & can be towed by anything & don’t forget the cuteness factor. My teardrop has 3 out of 4. Would be interesting if they had a step above premium model, but I guess price would be out of range for most !
Thank you for sharing. What teardrop do you own? I don't think we have ever asked you. Good point on the premium model. Once you start pushing over $30,000 I bet it is a pretty hard sell.
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@@jacwar55 Fun! We just took a tour of this trailer when we were down in San Diego. We actually made a little video of the boondock version that should come out some time this spring or summer.
Forgot to add, mine is the boondock 5 wide version, I tow it with a RAV4 TRD with a 3500 lb tow capacity
You kind of remind me of a meerkat 😂 in a good way!
A new definition of the phrase, "less for a lot more" SHOCKINGLY EXPENSIVE, I was expecting about $10,000 :
Haha. You weren’t the only one. I remember one time my mother bought a brand new Jeep. And she actually paid extra to get the manual windows versus the electronic.
Base with no options. $24,000,000,000.99 * Might as well be... That's fucking insane. Quite SICKENING.
Love all the windows...you know, so you can enjoy the vistas that you travel to see.
Yeah! The windows! Nice!
And seeing out the back window while towing is a plus for me.
@@fuzzipariah Yes! Having at least some rear view all the way through the camper.
Nice camper for one. Its the portapotty that gets me. Whoa on the $$$$! Thank you for sharing and be safe.
I never even thought about this being a 1 person trailer. It would be great. You could keep your bed in the back and still have the table setup on the pedestal up front. This way you wouldn't have to take the bed up and down everyday. Glad you were able to watch this one. Stay safe as well!
I'll save you from having to watch the whole video. It costs 23k. You're welcome.
Yep if I would have known that I would have never watched it all I did was waste my good data
Thanks for actually knowing what a small camper trailer is. Some other channels talk about micro and small trailers and they are looking at 21 foot trailers. A real micro or small trailer should be around under 2000 lbs in my opinion.
I agree. Our threshold for the channel used to be 1600 pounds. I may I’ll say 2000 as many of these small campers are being over built. With all the trailers on the channel I think the highest we have had in terms of weight is 1800lbs.
@@PlayingwithSticksMaybe micro should be under 1500? I'd go this route, but I'd have to see it. A van made me claustrophobic! No. Hell to the NO. And they were like 120k!!
Felt there was more room in my Tiguan.
If they took the wheels and trailer off and put jacks on it so I could put it on my half ton pickup...it would be perfect. 1000bl is way lighter than most truck campers. And if priced for about $10K, you would put truck camper builders out of business.
The price is so ridiculous..
$27k woahhhhh
22,700, but even that is woahhh to many of us!
The fact that you can towe it with a. 4 cylinder!
I would DEFINITELY take out most of the seats and install a tiny shower and put in a Laveo Dry Flush toilet! I tried this kind of toilet for 4 months and the smell is literally unbearable unless you empty it 10 times daily.
I was thinking, where is the shower? lol
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Why don't you START with the COST? Are you a salesman? Because only a salesman would do that. I don't listen to salesmen because all they do is advertise/try to rip you off.
90% of videos don’t even show the cost. I was just excited the builders of the trailer allowed me to put the price on there.
I was super excited by this trailer since it’s exactly what we’ve been looking for but at that price it’s a no go. Sad. Why are they sooo expensive??
It's tough to swallow isn't it. There are quite a few factors involved in the pricing. Check out this video we go over the reasons with teardrop trailers, but many of the reasons apply to this camper as well. th-cam.com/video/2rwwkIvZ4jo/w-d-xo.html
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24k? You've lost your mind. It doesn't even have an engine. For that price I could get a full size 26 ft trailer.
You definitely could get a 26 ft ultralight for that price. Just remember this is a small operation, not a trailer coming from a large manufacturer. I get that these trailers are expensive for many of us, but I also realize it’s hard for them to price them any lower. Or at least that’s what I assume because you can’t find any 13 foot trailers under 20,000
@@PlayingwithSticks i do not know wear you looking for the 13 foot trailers. is plenty options hear in florida. and you can go to facebook market you can find a decent one for less.
keith Gorman right they going LOCO!!!! lol that is a stupid price, i will say good luck selling any lol
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I love the "no winterizing." I hate maintenance. If you have to plug into 110 volt where can you do that? Maybe 110v is the normal setup at established campgrounds?
@@alicehallam8247 Yes, the 110 is what you get from your home and campgrounds. Often at the campgrounds you get to choose between 2 voltages 220 or 110. I am not an expert on this though because we have never used either. The majority of our camping is off-grid and if we do camp at a paid site it is in a tent spot. Wish I could be more helpful.
Very cool! Thanks for delivering just what you promised with this video, Drew.
That is great feedback to hear Jack! Thanks for the kind words.
I need a trailer that fit in garage
There’s a number of options on the market thankfully. Unfortunately they are all quite expensive. I think this is the most affordable standup trailer that fits in your garage. another more affordable option would be a canvas pop-up trailer.
$23 GRAND!! how!! oh it's got a cheap camping stove in the drawer well why didn't you say so...do you take cheques LOL
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24 thousand dollars....loool
I wouldn't pay 10 thousand for it...no shower, no bathroom....no thanks!!