RTT vs "Adventure" trailer

[Free2roam]

So I am confused, in the first part of your post you're saying you don't understand why people want a RTT but the second half says youre getting a RTT on your trailer?

Solving my issue of having it on a roof. Custom trailer. If when said build is done and there is interest. I may consider a side gig. Background as a fabricator. Welder for 30 years. Never satisfied, always trying to improve on some idea.

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[Yallaen]

Love the Flyer - I was going between the Flyer Pursue and the Luna Rover - we ended up w/ the Luna Rover due to our kids - the TV / sitting area in the Luna just suited our family better.

I don't have kids anymore. Just me...maybe a girl friend to tag along...and my dog. I found one for about $5k. He built it himself. His boy slept in the trailer. It's got lineoum flooring, a tv mounted inside and some storage inside. The size is 4x8 and about 6 1/2 feet high. There is storage also outside, and a rack up top that he was going to put a RTT on. But he decided to go a different route and got an RV lol. He has a battery to power lights, an inverter...external table that snaps in place...

And he built an INGENIOUS shower system. You fill a 4" x 8' pipe with water. At one end he has a fitting that you can attach a shower wand. The other side has a schrader valve. He says he pumps it with about 15psi of air, and has a shower good for 5 minutes of run time!

Now, I won't sleep in it. But it would be great for totes/storage, etc. I guess I could rig a small A/C unit and make it into a sleeping unit itself. But I like the RTT. And if you get the little add-on room, you can stand and change next to the truck.

 

[MPMB]

I don't have kids anymore. Just me...maybe a girl friend to tag along...and my dog.
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But I like the RTT. And if you get the little add-on room, you can stand and change next to the truck.

It all depends on how you camp. If you usually go exploring around the area and stay at one camp, a RTT can be tedious. A hard shell RTT would probably be better, as they set up really quick. A folder RTT like Tepui, CVT, Yakima, etc, take a little more effort.

I'm looking at the possibility of a small utility trailer that I can add a rack for the RTT to be up high and be able to park it in the garage. We have to maximize height, so that means I can't park in the garage with the RTT on. When you camp in bear country, a high tent is a bit better than a ground tent. But for now, on a bed rack is totally fine for height.

The other thing is if you camp at developed campgrounds, they aren't all laid out for vehicle-mounted RTTs. We've deployed our tent right into trees on occasion. With the JT, we're now able to deploy over the tailgate, which I think will be better than over the side.

 

[Scrambler84]

two different ways on trailer, and open over tailgate of JTRD

 

[Sportsbiz]

For you, the trailer sounds like the way to go. The way I camp doesn't involve a base camp that I return to which is why I chose an RTT.

 

[ssrgeoff]

As mentioned, all depends on your style camp. We haven't stayed in the same spot for more than a night so having the RTT makes it more simple. I have been able to leave bedding in the tent (minus pillows.) Pack up and explore to the next spot. I did also do the Mojave Trail earlier this year in a shiftpod, I thought I could go back to a ground tent full time but needless to say I ordered up the iKamper right after getting home. If I were to have a base camp I would absolutely look into a trailer.

 

[Rokon]

@ssrgeoff What is that camping light on the tripod you are using?

 

[ssrgeoff]

@ssrgeoff What is that camping light on the tripod you are using?

Thats a UFO light. Mine is a CVT branded one but I believe other manufacturers have the same. Tripod is included..

 

[Radio Guy]

I have a 16ft Casita travel trailer that I love but it won't go many places I would like off road. A friend of mine makes a tent trailer he designed mostly for ATV/UTV use but it tows just fine behind his Jeep. I've been considering one of these which will go anywhere my Mojave can go. Its tiny to tow and store but surprisingly spacious inside.

http://www.hi-standardoutfitters.co...tical-off-road-overlander-camper-for-atv-utv/

 

[Free2roam]

Could just get a Jumping jack trailer. But then you probably won't get a friends and family discount
https://www.jumpingjacktrailers.com/

 

[darkhorse13]

I'll weigh in with my typical response since I've been an RTT'er for 3+ years now. Disclaimer, there's no perfect setup but chances are that you can find the right setup for your use.

The fastest/easiest/most expensive setup is the Alu Cab Gen 3.1 RTT. It pops in 10 seconds and closes in under 30sec. You can store sleeping bags and pillows inside the tent making packing up a breeze. The downfall with this style RTT is that it's essentially a full size bed and can only sleep (2) with a small animal. Yes, RTT's are a drag for you midnight pee pee people... my wife included.

Out here in CO the RTT works great for us as it provides a consistent/comfortable sleeping accommodation. It's about 175lb and so far has not impeded 4x4'ing capabilities on the JT or the previous FJ Cruiser. All we typically do to "save" a campsite before we leave is keep our camping table and chairs at the site. Trails can get tight and off camber out here and I personally don't see us moving to a trailer in the near future. Case in point... Engineer Pass. We wheeled Engineer Pass to Silverton and spent the night there. No way I'd try to pull a trailer on this adventure. We are constantly hitting new trails or only staying a night or two max in one spot so a fast deploying tent like the Alu Cab fits the bill. For others I wheel with, they are running Alu Cab Canopy Campers or AT Overland Summits... that takes care of the ladder issue for late nights

Like an Adventure Trailer setup... I'm still able to run solar, 20 gal water tank, hot water shower, propane(s), ARB fridge and awning all on the truck.

I think one day my wife and I will choose adventure trailer or vanlife once our geographical circumstance change, but for now this setup works for our CO MTN adventures. We are 40 years old and the RTT thing isn't a burden on our bodies... yet

 

[SF_E60]

I'll weigh in with my typical response since I've been an RTT'er for 3+ years now. Disclaimer, there's no perfect setup but chances are that you can find the right setup for your use.

The fastest/easiest/most expensive setup is the Alu Cab Gen 3.1 RTT. It pops in 10 seconds and closes in under 30sec. You can store sleeping bags and pillows inside the tent making packing up a breeze. The downfall with this style RTT is that it's essentially a full size bed and can only sleep (2) with a small animal. Yes, RTT's are a drag for you midnight pee pee people... my wife included.

Out here in CO the RTT works great for us as it provides a consistent/comfortable sleeping accommodation. It's about 175lb and so far has not impeded 4x4'ing capabilities on the JT or the previous FJ Cruiser. All we typically do to "save" a campsite before we leave is keep our camping table and chairs at the site. Trails can get tight and off camber out here and I personally don't see us moving to a trailer in the near future. Case in point... Engineer Pass. We wheeled Engineer Pass to Silverton and spent the night there. No way I'd try to pull a trailer on this adventure. We are constantly hitting new trails or only staying a night or two max in one spot so a fast deploying tent like the Alu Cab fits the bill. For others I wheel with, they are running Alu Cab Canopy Campers or AT Overland Summits... that takes care of the ladder issue for late nights

Like an Adventure Trailer setup... I'm still able to run solar, 20 gal water tank, hot water shower, propane(s), ARB fridge and awning all on the truck.

I think one day my wife and I will choose adventure trailer or vanlife once our geographical circumstance change, but for now this setup works for our CO MTN adventures. We are 40 years old and the RTT thing isn't a burden on our bodies... yet

Nice shower setup! Digging it ?

 

[TroutFishingInAmerica]

My brother and I had this discussion, I went with a Go Fast Camper, and he went with a adventure trailer. There are definitely benefits for each. I like to get dug in a little bit deeper and don't mind a more primitive style of camping. My brother and sister-in-laws preference is for more convenience. Personal preference, it's all fun.

 

[darkhorse13]

On the flip side my cousin has an adventure trailer with the big CVT tent for him/wife + 3 little girls. It's great for them and just is big enough for the entire family. No way he could get away with just a truck mounted solution. As you can see, the adventure trailer is a flexy little thing compared to a typical pop-up. Again, end goal = fun outdoors!

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