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One of your best works, Cosmo. Thanks.
Thsnks so much! I appreciate your feedback. =Cosmo
Imma make me a trailer/ truck camper with nothing but a bed and a REAL bathroom-food is everywhere, but my own place to sleep/shower/ shit is priceless.
Ha ya for me its great to simplify. I will take my RV over any hotel. Its the nature I am interested in. I dont care about a room overlooking a parking lot and I prefer the the call of an owl over the rumble of the a/c. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Not all of your viewers are 45-65! I am 25 and love your videos! Honest, thorough consumer reviews are very helpful. There is also something comforting about watching someone setting up camp in a beautiful spot, especially when I don’t have the time to get out there myself!
Ha ha ha Thanks Brad! Good to hear. Nature was in my blood all my life. I first slept out in my backyard when I was 5 and never stopped. I spend part of my time at work planing trips for later. It changed my mood for the better while I worked! Thanks for sharing =Cosmo
You have a really enjoyable channel. Vistabule should be paying you.
ha I hope they are listening. They are a good bunch at Vistabule. I dont get anything for this I just like their product and want to help people. Hopefully my videos are useful no matter what rig a person gets. Thanks for your input 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Exactly right Cosmo. Everyone has to evaluate their particular needs and wants.
For me, I wanted a camper that was small, lightweight, and simple but above all it had to have access for my daughter and her wheelchair.
I knew I did not want a bathroom, (maintenance) and my daughter wouldn’t be able to use it. I wanted a camper that when loaded with us and our gear would not be over 2,000 lbs. After a year of searching online and inperson I found the perfect one for our needs. A Vymeron by MicroLite out of Elkhart, Indiana.
It has a ramp (technically it’s a toy hauler) beds, a counter and some storage. Perfect for us.
I opted not to get the water tanks, (maintenance) so opted out of the sink also the cooktop which gave me more counter space.
Like you I prefer to have multifunctional items. My cook stove can be used inside when weather is not suitable but we mostly cook outdoors. I mean we are camping after all. I have small folding height adjustable tables, a step stool which can also be used as a seat or side table.
We have a 6’ clam, again multipurpose, shelter, potty room and extra sleeping space.
I had solar panels added to the top of the camper which allows us to boondock. The solar also runs both of our 12V coolers while driving and in camp. After a few outings to get the feel of it I made several modifications to better fit her needs and now it’s pretty darn near perfect.
Thanks for great informative entertaining videos looking forward to many more. God bless.
Thank you Debbie and daughter for contributing to the conversation. You are the perfect example of adaptability! I hope we meet on the road I would love to see your setup. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
We bought our T@G when I retired and I’ll be 66 this year. It was one of the best things we ever purchased... I think we’re packing less and less for our camping trips as we have really honed in on exactly what we need. I’m glad to hear the smaller Jackery kept your fridge going. I love towing small and sleeping cozy. Mid week camping is the best, right!!! I really admire the Vistabule... it’s a wonderful teardrop. Enjoy your summer adventures! ~ Maria
Hi Maria Nothing beats your endorsement. You are a happy camper! I agree I am taking less and less every trip. Simplicity is good (for me) . You wear 66 well! The Jack worked out great powering the fridge when the car was not driving. Its truly amazing what can be done with very simple gear. I hope to do more alternate modes of camping. But the trailer will hold a special place for simple comfortable living that puts me in touch with mother nature. Regards =Cosmo
When you went to Georgia was that for an event? Another viewer went there about the same time in a square drop. Coincidence? =Cosmo
@@CosmoWeems * Hi Cosmo! . Our first stop on our way back north from our camping adventure trip to Austin, Texas and Palm Harbor, FL was Fort McAllister state park in Georgia. We were just there to enjoy a new park and rest up as we made our way back to NYS. Fort McAllister is a nice state park… the Georgia pines there are so very fragrant. When I opened the door to the teardrop in the early morning, the fragrance was amazing.
I really have to make time to create a video of our trip. It was the longest road trip I’ve ever taken! When we came home, on April 22, it was actually snowing in central NY!
Nice trip. I may go to Georgia just to to snarf up all the pine smell. I often pick up pine needles with a cloth bag and take them home to sniff! Love it. If you are on face book please ping me Cosmo Weems or drop me an email at Cosmoweems@hotmail.com would like to chat. Thanks =Cosmo
@@CosmoWeems Hi Cosmo! Sure! I'm mostly on Instagram @Mariacc55 ... I'll look for you there and on Face Book too... I just updated Face Book with a family photo ... but I mostly go on Face Book to check on our local community and teardrop groups. Are you on any Face Book teardrop groups? (I hope you had a great weekend... it mostly rained here, but there is always plenty to do around the house =) ~ Maria
Love the song "Grazing In The Grass".
th-cam.com/video/qxXZF60EPdM/w-d-xo.html The sound of summer! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Getting mine this coming spring can't wait to get out there.
Hay Paula that's great. My videos are about trailer camping I hope you find them useful. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Very nice to be able to spend so much time out there! A hotel would be a rare species in the wilderness, so a Teardrop wins hands down irrespective of price if that is where one is going 😉. But you're certainly putting both the Teardrop and the Subaru through a lot. I'm surprised they hold up! Thank you for sharing. It keeps the dream alive 😊
Hi Jo. Yes Trailer was an excellent investment for me. It has paid for itself in money saved at hotels. Hotels around here cost about $150 a night. When I reached 117 nights camping hotel costs equaled the equaled the price of the trailer. I am now over 300 nights. As you point out, the experience of staying in nature is priceless (for me) compared to the forgettable not so pleasant hotel! I have had my fill of hotels from work travel. Nature wins for me even in the foulest weather! Thanks for checking in. =Cosmo 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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VERY GOOD, MR. WEEMS !!!
Thanks Jamis. Much appreciated! =Cosmo
Perfect timing. Exactly what I’ve been thinking about this weekend. Thanks for the good insight and tips Cosmo. I really enjoy your videos.
Thanks Jim. Another calculation is cost per night. Divide the cost of the trailer by the number of nights and you see the price of the room. Of course when you are done you can recoup some cost when you sell the trailer. For me it is a great investment. My most fun activity. Regards =Cosmo
I just finished a turtle island placed 3 feet off the bulkhead. They are a steady presence now.
But they’ve got nothing on you, that is such a cool shell set up. Thoughtful video too.
Miles of smiles ahead !
Hi Tracey. You will surely go to turtle heaven for being so considerate. JA cant remember so I,m asking you.. Were we riding together across Iowa and came to a town where a priest blessed our bicycles? I clearly remember it. This came to mind because my road bike turned 29 years old the other day. I am pretty sure the blessing is what makes my bicycle so great! =Regards =Cosmo
@@CosmoWeems I don’t recall that specifically but it sounds reasonable. The sprinklers we went thru daily could have been holy water.
I still know the whereabouts of my first two bikes which I reluctantly gave away, to make way for four more. They all hold the best memories and are much like old friends. 🚴♀️
Always enjoy your straightforward commentary and real-world experience. Thank you, Cosmo!
THANK YOU MIKE! Much appreciated. Nice to have you along! =Cosmo
Cosmo, great to see you again......hopefully 3 more weeks before I get my trailer!
Yipee! Great News Stephen. The waiting is almost over. I burned up waiting time making lists f stuff to take and places to go. DO fill me in on how your adventures go! =𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Always enjoy your videos Cosmo. You mentioned Over Landing and for the past year I've been most fascinated with that and the van life thing, and or upgraded jeeps with roof top tents ,to me over landing and boondocking is where it's at.myself I don't think I would enjoy a typical campground with lots of other people ,and as far as many of the camping related gadgets you mentioned they really have come on strong over the last few years, anyhow take care and safe travels as always.
Thanks Duane always great to read your posts. We share interest. Overlanding. Soft roading, and hit and run camping are a blast. One channel I enjoy is th-cam.com/users/softroadingthewestvideos I agree its never been easier. Roof tents are a great option for that kind of exploration. Low profile, light weight, easy set up, off the ground, low startup cost (compared to a van or trailer), great fuel economy and more. Add a Jackery and you have electric on tap. I may one day get a roof tent just to try it out. The ones I have seen while camping have very thick walls which is great for weather proofing. My only concern with them is ventilation and condensation. I would want more info on condensation so if you find anything informative please share. The site I made this video at is a state campground. On the weekend its crowded but during the week I have a million dollar view! Hurry up and retire so I can follow your youtube adventures! Regards =Cosmo
Another good video, Cosmo. Informative and interesting, as always. And there’s value in location, location, location ... a hotel room will never beat the location where a teardrop can go. After 35 years of tent camping we’re enjoying our T@G (2nd year). Safe travels as you camp this summer. Keep posting videos.
Thanks Charlie. I spent a week in nature alone enjoying the sights sounds and smells. For a comparison when I came back I tried a sensory deprivation float tank for 2 hours to see which was more calming - nature or tank. Nature wins by a long shot! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Great video Cosmo! Very helpful content and beautiful location. I’m just warming up after 6 days of cold rain in upstate NY 🙃 The teardrop furnace has been the MVP!
Nice Brian. Weekend was a big washout here too! Very cold and we! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Cool setup
Thanks 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Liked seeing the Svea stove!
Good eye Ron. I shot a lot of video about my 50 year old Svea stove. It has never let me down in the most extreme conditions. The Svea is a good friend. No rubber O-Rings to fail. The Svea uses graphite packing! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 and contributing to the conversation! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
@@CosmoWeems I've had my Svea since 1971 and recognized that roar even before I looked back at the screen. Yup, simple, but they work.
Great video, as usual! I wish I could afford a camper like yours, it really looks nice. My Runaway is definitely very basic but I'm gradually adding things to it to suit my needs. At $4500 it gave me the opportunity to get out and travel without going broke. Keep the videos coming and happy trails to you!
Thank you this is the kind of information we need. A Runaway is a great solution. You finish it yourself and you have exactly what you need rather than what the vendor thinks you need. The more you use it the cheaper it is. There is no difference in the fun and adventure you will have compared to a $200,000 motor home. In fact you will have far more fun and adventure. I think you made a great choice. =Cosmo
Thanks Cosmo!
Great! Best reg from Sweden.
Thanks Bjorn. Regards from the USA 24 miles west of New York City. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Love your attitude and flexibility. I'm recently retired with a Bean trailer. (Vistabule had a nearly 2 year wait, plus I appreciate Bean's nearly 5 ft inside height) I can secure great dispersed sites mid week, then my kids and grandkids join me on weekends. Love the seclusion til the kids descend, then the company. Best of both worlds.
Hi David. My stagey is similar Mid week the parks are empty. Its wonderful. Enjoy Mr Bean! I am agnostic. I try and do videos that are not trailer specific and gear that can be used in any rig. We have the rigs and now the more we sleep in them the cheaper they are! Its a win win! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Not quite ready to commit. Probably a few years out(we are only 44 and 45😆) . But I like the idea of being able to store it in the garage for less cost and keeping it out of PNW weather when not in use. However my husband is 6'3. So I don't know what direction it will take teardrop or Scamp style. I've even eyeballed the AFrame Chalets out of Oregon. However, until that time comes to really make a decision I sure do enjoy your adventures.
Thanks Andrea. What kept me going when I was working was planning travel. Bicycle tours, kayak camping, backpacking, and more. It gave me something to look forward to. Now there are modes of travel I never dreamed of. Roof top tents for motor vehicles and every kind of travel van and trailer imaginable. My guess is by the time you are ready to commit there will be far more choices. Dont worry abut Hubby he will shrink and inch or two later. Thanks for watching. Regards =Cosmo
Great vid Cosmo! I really resonated with you mentioning the minimal maintenance part. I have a 10 ft A-liner with no water and off-grid power (solar) which I love AND no maintenance! It would be awesome to see you include some info on A-liner and A frame style pop ups! Hope I see you in Maine!
Thanks Spenser. When is heavy bug season over in inland Maine? I am assuming late June or July. I agree 100% many featjres om RVS are like fishing lures to attract buyers rather than needed features. Complexity on RVs is not a good thing. Simplicity just makes sense. I did interview an A type owner in Assatague Island. I think he had a Rockport. We are fortunate to have so many great choices in RVs. There is a model for everyone! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 and contributing to the conversation! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Great video, Cosmo. I love the wildlife footage, too. 👍
Thanks Dove! Hugs =Cosmo
Keep it rolling Cosmo!
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So glad I found your channel! I appreciate all the advice & will be checking out your other videos...
Thank You CO! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Great videos, Cosmo. I’m looking at the Bean, Escapod, and Vistabule. Really like the warmth of the woodwork inside the Vistabule. Thanks for sharing your wisdom!
Excellent I hope my videos are applicable to all RVs. We have fantastic choices. If you need to talk out decision points for your picks feel free to contact me. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Nice. Can you get better suspension for the trailer so you can off road...
I do off road with this trailer. Its has 10 inches of ground clearance. I know Vistabule offers a 2 inch lift for more clearance. The car has 8.75 inches of ground clearance. This trailer has a Dexter torsion bar axle (which has no dampening) so I take it easy. You can contact Vistabule to see what else they offer. For me this is fine. Often choosing a rig is a compromise. If you really want to go at off roading look at an overlanding trailer. Some come with 21 inches of ground clearance and more but again you will have to compromise on other features. Also 21 inches of ground clearance wont be useful if your car has less ground clearance. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Thanks for the video. I know what teardrop trailer I want. My big problem is where to keep it. In my neighborhood we can not keep trailers in the drive way.
There are a few options but they are not free. I am going to assume your hood wont allow a cloth vehicle shed. www.wayfair.com/walsport--10-W-x-15-D-Garage-USHG4095-L623-K~WAPT1029.html?refid=GX444197841276-WAPT1029_49892646&device=c&ptid=931658564524&network=g&targetid=pla-931658564524&channel=GooglePLA&ireid=116086060&fdid=1817&PiID%5B%5D=49892646&gclid=Cj0KCQjwktKFBhCkARIsAJeDT0i1P9lVlL0DlB5ejJ1-eJikcSHSZEy7Ld9ggwM4HY7mfqHbEQHBQQMaAjJ5EALw_wcB
Off site storage in a RV storage place can run $50 and up depending where you are. Some Space storage places have garage type storage lockers a rig can fit in too. To be honest unless the storage place is close and convenient then its a pain. You could go with a high quality tent like a clam quickset and modify it to make it more livable. If you go that route contact me I can provide some suggestions. Regards =Cosmo
@@CosmoWeems Thanks for replying that would not work. I have been looking at the rv storage.
I have enjoyed and learned so much from your videos...thanks..
Thanks Doc. I have learend a huge amount from my viewers and I am very grateful for the help. One hand washes the other and both hands whas the face... er something like that. Ha ha ha 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Thank you...always appreciate your info..
Happy camping..one day we should do meet up..gotta get my gear
Kris from Maryland
I am in the early stages of planning for Assategue Island. Not sure when. The bugs can be very bad . I typically go in October to avoid the bugs. I love that place! =Cosmo
@@CosmoWeems yes have spent many of summer 4 wheeling on the beach...got married in Chincoteague ( divorced now 9 years)
But... I love all the little towns around that area...
Let me know..
Kris
I live in Southern Maryland about 3 hours from there ,western side of bay
Love your vids. Thank you for sharing your journey. Question…why not place your items in the tent and sleep in the car when car camping? I think it’s a much cozier, warmer area and keeps you out of the elements.
Hi Sugar. Thats a good question. One reason I picked a Subaru Outback is I can actually fit in it and sleep in it. I have slept in it a few times. I like the sounds smells and vibe of sleeping outside. It connects me with nature. I can hear the birds in the morning and the rain on the roof. I agree a car provides more shelter than a tent. My tubs are waterproof so I do not need to worry about the gear. I may do a trip sleeping in the car. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 and contributing to the conversation! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Another interesting and informative video. Thanks!
Keep on keeping on!!!
Thanks Jerry! Regards =Cosmo
Thanks for the video, as always. I’ve got a T@G and agree with everything you said about your teardrop. I find I only use the basic features (electricity and the stove), but really appreciate the A/C starting about now (Florida). I’ve added a number of transferable pieces based on your recommendations and really appreciate your research.
Hi Cheryl. I agree many climates need A/C. Since I am off grid much of the time I am able to get by with a 12V fan. I am sure before this summer ends I will be wishing I had A/C. Thank you for bringing this up. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Hi Cosmo! Many thanks for another great video. I have a question regarding you towing vehicle-is the transmission happy/showing no detrimental effects while hauling the Vistabule?
Hi Richard. I have 38,000 miles on the Subi. I change the oil every 10K and use high temp Mobil 1 oil and a Mobil 1 oil filter. I am planning on changing the trans fluid at 50K and any other fluids in the drive train. So far no issues at all. I keep an eye on the temp screen and the temp is usually between 200 and 245. So far it stays in that range. I check the fluids before every trip. Regards =Cosmo
Great Cosmo! What shower do you use? I’m not seeing it on the Amazon store. Thanks
Hi Captain Scott! I am just using my trailer sprayer fed by a bucket! But there are many available for every need! amzn.to/3fS6QFP 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 and contributing to the conversation! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
@Cosmo Weems Where and how did you get the matching aluminum tongue box on your Vestibule trailer? All they seem to offer now is an ugly cheap plastic generic tongue box.
Hi Miami. Its more like when. Trailer was built in 2014. It was one of 2 that were built with a tongue box. Vistabule stopped building that model because it was too time consuming and costly. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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You mentioned the cost of the trailer was divided by the hotel room rate for finding breakeven. The campground rate also is needed. Subtract the campground from the hotel and divide that into the trailer cost for breakeven.
I saw $42 for NJ residents and $84 a night rates for nonresidents at a NJ state campground.
There are other cost factors, but camping rates are not cheap!
Amazingly, your residual value of the trailer has increased! 😁👍You only pay for camping fees!
Hi Greg. I agree. If was worried if I started adding that in it would get confusing for some (but not all) viewers. Your point is accurate. I send a lot of time boondocking which is free. Stokes cost me 95 for 5 nights. I do get a senior discount but its not much. I believe MJ State campgrounds are $24 for non geezers and $20 for geezers. @t 228 nights sleeping in the trailer I am way past break even with hotel rates. To you point when I camped on the water at Bar Harbor Maine it was $65 a night. The goal of this video was to start the conversation about what the cost and return on investment is for a teardrop trailer. With your help the fuse it lit! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 and contributing to the conversation! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
@@CosmoWeems, I am near Philly. For me, I thought the free locations were at BLM Lands out West.
Can you make a video about the boondocking locations on the East Coast?
I am a tent camper.
Greg, I did make a video about boondocking locations in the Adirondacks. When I went back 2 years later the sites were a disaster. Totally trashed. PA is loaded with wonderful places to camp. I will be exploring more PA this year. =Cosmo
Why are the wheel arches so wide
Your dog is awesome! Please give doggy a big kiss on the wet nose for me! Wheel arches? Not sure about that term. Maybe you are referring to the fenders on the trailer? Not sure. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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I always enjoy your videos and appreciate your perspective on things. I understand you tow your trailer with an Outback and you seem to have a fair amount of equipment to haul. I also tow a T@gXL (dry wt 1388) with an Outback Touring XT (tow capacity 3500) and use a Thule cargo bin on the roof. Once I am all loaded up my Outback is sagging a little in the rear.....do you have that issue? Obviously I could bring less stuff but really feel I have weeded out the unnecessary crap already.....thoughts? Mybe we can take this conversation off line if you have the time. Thanks
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Is that a Clark Kent bike? I've got one
Hi Its a 1992 Litespeed mountain bicycle. Its been thru hell and still looks new. I LOVE my bicycles! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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Nice video Cosmo. Do you have a link for the clear plastic tubs? thanks.
Hi Oddmum. I purchased mine at "The Container store" Amazon carries them too They are made by Iris/Weathertight amzn.to/3wDZZWi They have a gasket to keep water out. But for rain I think any tub will work. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 and contributing to the conversation! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Hello Cosmo. I purchased a 4 x 7 teardrop trailer that someone abandoned. I paid $500 to a a man who owns a camper dealership. This Teardrop trailer had been in an accident and the axle and wheel on the driver side was no good. I ordered a couple axles for around $400.
I am a uber Lyft driver. So I drive to other cities close by in Montana where I live. I also travel to Wyoming, North and South Dakota. I was staying in hotels most of the time. one to four nights per week/ outing. So when I saw this teardrop trailer I jumped on it as a way to increase my profit. I have been looking for one that was affordable for me for the past 5 years. Anyway what do you think sir? Are there any helpful hints that you may have to help me along?
An Uber driver I had tole me he lived in his car. He drove many hours then parked slept in the car. He showered at a health club and dropped off dirty cloths at a cleaners. He said he reduced his cost of living BIG TIME and was saving to get a better start on living better. It made perfect sense to me. Sounds like you are going in the right direction and living within your means (which is commendable, many are not). There are hot pockets of employment that pays pretty well right now. It might help to relocate. Above all else avoid debt and keep in touch on your progress. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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@@CosmoWeems thank you so much for your quick reply! A little bit more about me and living in Montana. I had moved to Orlando Florida to reconnect with a woman that I had lost total contact with and via Facebook we reconnected 27 years later. Anyway while I was in Florida my mother passed away. During this time my sister brought to my attention that my dad was going to be alone. Him and my mom had been together for over 50 years and they did everything together. So back to Montana I went. But I love it here.
I actually have another driving job and another income as well besides the two driving jobs. This Uber/lyft job I love doing. I love to be out and about and I love meeting people. Here in Montana Uber/ lyft pays well. What I mean is per mile and per minute it pays better in the four-state area I live in then anywhere else in the country. For instance while I was in Orlando it was paying 69 cents per mile which I believe is the lowest in the country if I remember correctly. And 9 cents per minute. In Montana it pays a $1. 75 per mile and 25 cents per minute. During the plandemic restart because I believe many of the drivers were afraid. I was one of the only drivers and was making a killing every single day for about 2 or 3 months and then of course it became saturated again and came back to Earth/normal. But I am able to make on average $200 a day. Which I think is fantastic. Of course sometimes it'll be five to six hundred dollars in a day but that is not the norm.
Also I am a paraplegic and I use a wheelchair. So my car is handicap equipped with a hand control to the gas and brake pedal. So when I saw the teardrop trailers I noticed that they are about as high as my bed which would make it easy for me to transfer in and out of. My dad has had fifth wheels and motorhomes. So he is helping me with the project. I like things simple. Less to clean less to maintain. From one of his campers he has a portable heater called a big Heat. I also I'm going to purchase one of those room air conditioners that you see on every channel nowadays. And see how that works. Also I'm going to purchase a generator and just fill up with gas. I have been researching to find a generator that is sufficient and also efficient. So far the best I am finding is 10 hours with a generator that produces a maximum of 2000 Watts. I need Maybe 20 hours of runtime. Worst case scenario I'll have to keep filling the tank. Lol
Hi Cosmo! Are your door & porthole windows glass or plexi? I've noticed in most of your videos you have your solar panels out. Does your battery require daily charging or could you get through a few days without?
Hi Becky,
The front and back window are automotive glass the side windows including the port holes are plexiglass. I am running a compressor refrigerator. I have had enough power for 48 hours using just the trailer 125 amp hour AGM battery but it drains the battery lower than I prefer. Te first thing I do when I arrive is put out the solar panels. There are lots of variables including how hot out it is (fridge will use more electric in hot weather). If I did not have the fridge I could go a week and would only need 100 watts of solar (in my use case). 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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I m old if you decided to get Reid of it I would like to bye it save me then let me know thank you.
Will do Rick. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
i want to build my own trailer. i thought how cool would it be, as a female to build one and when someone asks where i got it to say i built it with my own hands! no one expects that from a female. and 2 i would be able to customize. i love how your bed converts to a seat i would like that in mine. I wonder do you find it annoying you can't stand up to change clothes when the weather isn't very nice out? i'm so jealous i would love to experience that. subscribed.
Hi Jennifer., i agree. I did a review of a build book and spoke to the author (great guy) his wife built a teardrop!!! He taught her to weld in a few hours and he has built a few teardrop himself! th-cam.com/video/yCOzK1qU56o/w-d-xo.html If you decide to go forward with this let me know I can send more resources to learn. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
Why not buy a small cargo trailer and make it into your camper? The 5X8 size that many manufacturers make is a nice size to use for a small camper, and you can get them built with extra height if you wanted to so you could almost stand in it. On TH-cam you can find all kind of cargo trailer camper conversions to give you ideas. You could make it as simple or complicated a build as you want. You could just buy the cargo trailer and not build anything, just put a cot in it, some cabinets for storage, water containers, some bins and go. Or if you have a minivan, take the rear seats out and go camping in it.
@@rickstonewall2557 because it's cooler to say i built it than i bought it and decorated it. it's about enjoying the build as much as it is about the end product. any one can go buy a trailer and fancy it into a camper. not man can build a teardrop. and they look cooler going down the road.
@@jennifersmith8900 Ow, I see, I thought it was about camping in nature. Are you going document your build on your TH-cam channel? Do you go camping now? If you don't, I suggest you try camping first, before you go to all the trouble to build a trailer (though building stuff is fun).
@@rickstonewall2557 can i ask why you are questioning my decision?. you don't know me. why would you assume i dont camp or why would you assume i shouldn't build a trailer. yes i'm taking the camping road and i am 50 so i can figure this all out. when i found the videos i was searching tear drop camping. i think you can do both and appreciate his videos. my question is why are you assuming i can't do what i want
What's the brand name/model of the cot? Thanks.
The one I have is not listed any more. This appears to be identical. I have used it for guests when I have a full house and its MUCH more comfortable than a foam pad. I still use the foam pad for insulation under me when I use the cot. =Cosmo amzn.to/3i43vFj
Hey I'm not far from you in NE..Pa.
Neat..
I'm on a pension but very active
Excellent! We will have to meet for a hello when I am out there again! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
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Thanks Chris! 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! ✅ Check my other videos th-cam.com/users/cosmoweemsvideos
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If only putting water on the head made hair grow again... sigh.....
Ha I burned it off making U turns under the sheets!𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕐𝕠𝕦 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕨𝕒𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘! =𝓒𝓸𝓼𝓶𝓸 ✅
great video
Jason so good to hear from you. Are you getting your trailer out this summer? I was going to ping you about good places in Maine. After bug season I am thinking of exploring Main. I have done the coast and want to explore inland. Regard =Cosmo