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![]() "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 10:12 pm, "Calif Bill" wrote: "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 6:08 pm, wrote: On Jun 2, 4:02 pm, John H. wrote: On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 09:50:53 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On Jun 2, 6:34 am, John H. wrote: Anyone have one, or know anything about them. We are considering a small Airstream, but wondering if there are other brands of decent quality. -- John *H* Check these: http://www.trailmanor.com/ One of my favorites: http://www.hilotrailer.com/ Thanks Loogy, but I can't get the wife interested in a 'pop top' no matter how fancy. She thinks Airstreams are the way to go, and I'm wanting to look at Coachmen (man?). -- John *H* Listen to the village idiot Hertvick!! He doesn't even realize that the "pop tops" I've mentioned are first class. Airstreams are heavy as hell. I've got a guy lives down the street that works for one of the largest RV places in the Atlanta area, but I'm sure Jim knows more than he does....... A popup. ROTF!!!!!!!! Yup, they come as 5th wheels, hard sided, extendable, etc. Saves lots in fuel while towing. The Chalet is a completely hardsided unit. And to make it on topic for boats, I have a slide in pop-up camper for the truck so I can tow the boat when we go to remote lakes camping. Thewww.palominorv.com Bronco B-800 was fine for a 7 week trip to Alaska 2 years ago. Got 15 mpg for the complete trip with a 2004 Diesel Chevy. Buddy with the same model truck and a 30' 5th wheel got about 11 mpg on the trip. Lots less air drag and not the top heavy unit like a Lance. My Son in law has a Four Wheel Camper popup on his Tundra. http://www.fourwheelcampers.com/Only weighs about 800#. Aluminum frame. The Airstreams are overpriced. Paying for the name. Look at used travel trailers, there has to be a bunch repo-ed and people about to get repo-ed out there with the economy as it is. So are you placing pop up campers at the same comfort and quality level as an Airstream? If you recall, that was the base line set by the original poster. Eh? I am not putting down pop up campers............heck, I owned one when I was in college and it served my camping needs during those tough financial years. They are not the same popup anymore. |
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![]() "Calif Bill" wrote in message m... "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 10:12 pm, "Calif Bill" wrote: "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 6:08 pm, wrote: On Jun 2, 4:02 pm, John H. wrote: On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 09:50:53 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On Jun 2, 6:34 am, John H. wrote: Anyone have one, or know anything about them. We are considering a small Airstream, but wondering if there are other brands of decent quality. -- John *H* Check these: http://www.trailmanor.com/ One of my favorites: http://www.hilotrailer.com/ Thanks Loogy, but I can't get the wife interested in a 'pop top' no matter how fancy. She thinks Airstreams are the way to go, and I'm wanting to look at Coachmen (man?). -- John *H* Listen to the village idiot Hertvick!! He doesn't even realize that the "pop tops" I've mentioned are first class. Airstreams are heavy as hell. I've got a guy lives down the street that works for one of the largest RV places in the Atlanta area, but I'm sure Jim knows more than he does....... A popup. ROTF!!!!!!!! Yup, they come as 5th wheels, hard sided, extendable, etc. Saves lots in fuel while towing. The Chalet is a completely hardsided unit. And to make it on topic for boats, I have a slide in pop-up camper for the truck so I can tow the boat when we go to remote lakes camping. Thewww.palominorv.com Bronco B-800 was fine for a 7 week trip to Alaska 2 years ago. Got 15 mpg for the complete trip with a 2004 Diesel Chevy. Buddy with the same model truck and a 30' 5th wheel got about 11 mpg on the trip. Lots less air drag and not the top heavy unit like a Lance. My Son in law has a Four Wheel Camper popup on his Tundra. http://www.fourwheelcampers.com/Only weighs about 800#. Aluminum frame. The Airstreams are overpriced. Paying for the name. Look at used travel trailers, there has to be a bunch repo-ed and people about to get repo-ed out there with the economy as it is. So are you placing pop up campers at the same comfort and quality level as an Airstream? If you recall, that was the base line set by the original poster. Eh? I am not putting down pop up campers............heck, I owned one when I was in college and it served my camping needs during those tough financial years. They are not the same popup anymore. http://www.trailmanor.com/ |
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On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 22:17:30 -0700, "Calif Bill"
wrote: "Calif Bill" wrote in message om... "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 10:12 pm, "Calif Bill" wrote: "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 6:08 pm, wrote: On Jun 2, 4:02 pm, John H. wrote: On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 09:50:53 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On Jun 2, 6:34 am, John H. wrote: Anyone have one, or know anything about them. We are considering a small Airstream, but wondering if there are other brands of decent quality. -- John *H* Check these: http://www.trailmanor.com/ One of my favorites: http://www.hilotrailer.com/ Thanks Loogy, but I can't get the wife interested in a 'pop top' no matter how fancy. She thinks Airstreams are the way to go, and I'm wanting to look at Coachmen (man?). -- John *H* Listen to the village idiot Hertvick!! He doesn't even realize that the "pop tops" I've mentioned are first class. Airstreams are heavy as hell. I've got a guy lives down the street that works for one of the largest RV places in the Atlanta area, but I'm sure Jim knows more than he does....... A popup. ROTF!!!!!!!! Yup, they come as 5th wheels, hard sided, extendable, etc. Saves lots in fuel while towing. The Chalet is a completely hardsided unit. And to make it on topic for boats, I have a slide in pop-up camper for the truck so I can tow the boat when we go to remote lakes camping. Thewww.palominorv.com Bronco B-800 was fine for a 7 week trip to Alaska 2 years ago. Got 15 mpg for the complete trip with a 2004 Diesel Chevy. Buddy with the same model truck and a 30' 5th wheel got about 11 mpg on the trip. Lots less air drag and not the top heavy unit like a Lance. My Son in law has a Four Wheel Camper popup on his Tundra. http://www.fourwheelcampers.com/Only weighs about 800#. Aluminum frame. The Airstreams are overpriced. Paying for the name. Look at used travel trailers, there has to be a bunch repo-ed and people about to get repo-ed out there with the economy as it is. So are you placing pop up campers at the same comfort and quality level as an Airstream? If you recall, that was the base line set by the original poster. Eh? I am not putting down pop up campers............heck, I owned one when I was in college and it served my camping needs during those tough financial years. They are not the same popup anymore. http://www.trailmanor.com/ You're right. As I told Loogy, I've one brother who is a pop up fan and is trying to talk me into one. As far as comfort, I'm sure they're every bit as comfortable as the 19' or 22' Airstream we're considering. But, it's kind of like Mrs E's horse, if you recall. My wife is not into even looking at a popup. -- John *H* |
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John H. wrote:
You're right. As I told Loogy, I've one brother who is a pop up fan and is trying to talk me into one. As far as comfort, I'm sure they're every bit as comfortable as the 19' or 22' Airstream we're considering. But, it's kind of like Mrs E's horse, if you recall. My wife is not into even looking at a popup. Consider renting a travel trailer, class C motorhome and a popup, each for a weekend over the next couple of months. You and your wife will soon learn the advantages and disadvantages of each, making your buying decision more informed. FB |
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On Tue, 03 Jun 2008 06:12:56 -0400, Flibustier
wrote: John H. wrote: You're right. As I told Loogy, I've one brother who is a pop up fan and is trying to talk me into one. As far as comfort, I'm sure they're every bit as comfortable as the 19' or 22' Airstream we're considering. But, it's kind of like Mrs E's horse, if you recall. My wife is not into even looking at a popup. Consider renting a travel trailer, class C motorhome and a popup, each for a weekend over the next couple of months. You and your wife will soon learn the advantages and disadvantages of each, making your buying decision more informed. FB Thanks for the suggestion. Class C's are out. We are not going to be on the road enough to warrant the expense and headaches associated with a Class A or C. I could consider a Class B, like Eisboch's http://tinyurl.com/4vagta because I could at least use it as another vehicle when not on the road. I could take it to a golf course or the store, for example. -- John *H* |
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John H. wrote:
On Tue, 03 Jun 2008 06:12:56 -0400, Flibustier wrote: John H. wrote: You're right. As I told Loogy, I've one brother who is a pop up fan and is trying to talk me into one. As far as comfort, I'm sure they're every bit as comfortable as the 19' or 22' Airstream we're considering. But, it's kind of like Mrs E's horse, if you recall. My wife is not into even looking at a popup. Consider renting a travel trailer, class C motorhome and a popup, each for a weekend over the next couple of months. You and your wife will soon learn the advantages and disadvantages of each, making your buying decision more informed. FB Thanks for the suggestion. Class C's are out. We are not going to be on the road enough to warrant the expense and headaches associated with a Class A or C. I could consider a Class B, like Eisboch's http://tinyurl.com/4vagta because I could at least use it as another vehicle when not on the road. I could take it to a golf course or the store, for example. Off topic. |
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Flibustier wrote:
John H. wrote: You're right. As I told Loogy, I've one brother who is a pop up fan and is trying to talk me into one. As far as comfort, I'm sure they're every bit as comfortable as the 19' or 22' Airstream we're considering. But, it's kind of like Mrs E's horse, if you recall. My wife is not into even looking at a popup. Consider renting a travel trailer, class C motorhome and a popup, each for a weekend over the next couple of months. You and your wife will soon learn the advantages and disadvantages of each, making your buying decision more informed. FB off topic |
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John H. wrote:
On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 22:17:30 -0700, "Calif Bill" wrote: "Calif Bill" wrote in message m... "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 10:12 pm, "Calif Bill" wrote: "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 6:08 pm, wrote: On Jun 2, 4:02 pm, John H. wrote: On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 09:50:53 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On Jun 2, 6:34 am, John H. wrote: Anyone have one, or know anything about them. We are considering a small Airstream, but wondering if there are other brands of decent quality. -- John *H* Check these: http://www.trailmanor.com/ One of my favorites: http://www.hilotrailer.com/ Thanks Loogy, but I can't get the wife interested in a 'pop top' no matter how fancy. She thinks Airstreams are the way to go, and I'm wanting to look at Coachmen (man?). -- John *H* Listen to the village idiot Hertvick!! He doesn't even realize that the "pop tops" I've mentioned are first class. Airstreams are heavy as hell. I've got a guy lives down the street that works for one of the largest RV places in the Atlanta area, but I'm sure Jim knows more than he does....... A popup. ROTF!!!!!!!! Yup, they come as 5th wheels, hard sided, extendable, etc. Saves lots in fuel while towing. The Chalet is a completely hardsided unit. And to make it on topic for boats, I have a slide in pop-up camper for the truck so I can tow the boat when we go to remote lakes camping. Thewww.palominorv.com Bronco B-800 was fine for a 7 week trip to Alaska 2 years ago. Got 15 mpg for the complete trip with a 2004 Diesel Chevy. Buddy with the same model truck and a 30' 5th wheel got about 11 mpg on the trip. Lots less air drag and not the top heavy unit like a Lance. My Son in law has a Four Wheel Camper popup on his Tundra. http://www.fourwheelcampers.com/Only weighs about 800#. Aluminum frame. The Airstreams are overpriced. Paying for the name. Look at used travel trailers, there has to be a bunch repo-ed and people about to get repo-ed out there with the economy as it is. So are you placing pop up campers at the same comfort and quality level as an Airstream? If you recall, that was the base line set by the original poster. Eh? I am not putting down pop up campers............heck, I owned one when I was in college and it served my camping needs during those tough financial years. They are not the same popup anymore. http://www.trailmanor.com/ You're right. As I told Loogy, I've one brother who is a pop up fan and is trying to talk me into one. As far as comfort, I'm sure they're every bit as comfortable as the 19' or 22' Airstream we're considering. But, it's kind of like Mrs E's horse, if you recall. My wife is not into even looking at a popup. Off topic crap |
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![]() "John H." wrote in message ... On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 22:17:30 -0700, "Calif Bill" wrote: "Calif Bill" wrote in message news:SYGdnXIJBKzdUtnVnZ2dnUVZ_jmdnZ2d@earthlink. com... "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 10:12 pm, "Calif Bill" wrote: "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 6:08 pm, wrote: On Jun 2, 4:02 pm, John H. wrote: On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 09:50:53 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On Jun 2, 6:34 am, John H. wrote: Anyone have one, or know anything about them. We are considering a small Airstream, but wondering if there are other brands of decent quality. -- John *H* Check these: http://www.trailmanor.com/ One of my favorites: http://www.hilotrailer.com/ Thanks Loogy, but I can't get the wife interested in a 'pop top' no matter how fancy. She thinks Airstreams are the way to go, and I'm wanting to look at Coachmen (man?). -- John *H* Listen to the village idiot Hertvick!! He doesn't even realize that the "pop tops" I've mentioned are first class. Airstreams are heavy as hell. I've got a guy lives down the street that works for one of the largest RV places in the Atlanta area, but I'm sure Jim knows more than he does....... A popup. ROTF!!!!!!!! Yup, they come as 5th wheels, hard sided, extendable, etc. Saves lots in fuel while towing. The Chalet is a completely hardsided unit. And to make it on topic for boats, I have a slide in pop-up camper for the truck so I can tow the boat when we go to remote lakes camping. Thewww.palominorv.com Bronco B-800 was fine for a 7 week trip to Alaska 2 years ago. Got 15 mpg for the complete trip with a 2004 Diesel Chevy. Buddy with the same model truck and a 30' 5th wheel got about 11 mpg on the trip. Lots less air drag and not the top heavy unit like a Lance. My Son in law has a Four Wheel Camper popup on his Tundra. http://www.fourwheelcampers.com/Only weighs about 800#. Aluminum frame. The Airstreams are overpriced. Paying for the name. Look at used travel trailers, there has to be a bunch repo-ed and people about to get repo-ed out there with the economy as it is. So are you placing pop up campers at the same comfort and quality level as an Airstream? If you recall, that was the base line set by the original poster. Eh? I am not putting down pop up campers............heck, I owned one when I was in college and it served my camping needs during those tough financial years. They are not the same popup anymore. http://www.trailmanor.com/ You're right. As I told Loogy, I've one brother who is a pop up fan and is trying to talk me into one. As far as comfort, I'm sure they're every bit as comfortable as the 19' or 22' Airstream we're considering. But, it's kind of like Mrs E's horse, if you recall. My wife is not into even looking at a popup. -- John *H* Actually the Trailmanor and Chalet's are not really a popup but called a hybrid. |
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On Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:11:59 -0700, "Calif Bill"
wrote: "John H." wrote in message .. . On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 22:17:30 -0700, "Calif Bill" wrote: "Calif Bill" wrote in message news:SYGdnXIJBKzdUtnVnZ2dnUVZ_jmdnZ2d@earthlink .com... "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 10:12 pm, "Calif Bill" wrote: "JimH" wrote in message ... On Jun 2, 6:08 pm, wrote: On Jun 2, 4:02 pm, John H. wrote: On Mon, 2 Jun 2008 09:50:53 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On Jun 2, 6:34 am, John H. wrote: Anyone have one, or know anything about them. We are considering a small Airstream, but wondering if there are other brands of decent quality. -- John *H* Check these: http://www.trailmanor.com/ One of my favorites: http://www.hilotrailer.com/ Thanks Loogy, but I can't get the wife interested in a 'pop top' no matter how fancy. She thinks Airstreams are the way to go, and I'm wanting to look at Coachmen (man?). -- John *H* Listen to the village idiot Hertvick!! He doesn't even realize that the "pop tops" I've mentioned are first class. Airstreams are heavy as hell. I've got a guy lives down the street that works for one of the largest RV places in the Atlanta area, but I'm sure Jim knows more than he does....... A popup. ROTF!!!!!!!! Yup, they come as 5th wheels, hard sided, extendable, etc. Saves lots in fuel while towing. The Chalet is a completely hardsided unit. And to make it on topic for boats, I have a slide in pop-up camper for the truck so I can tow the boat when we go to remote lakes camping. Thewww.palominorv.com Bronco B-800 was fine for a 7 week trip to Alaska 2 years ago. Got 15 mpg for the complete trip with a 2004 Diesel Chevy. Buddy with the same model truck and a 30' 5th wheel got about 11 mpg on the trip. Lots less air drag and not the top heavy unit like a Lance. My Son in law has a Four Wheel Camper popup on his Tundra. http://www.fourwheelcampers.com/Only weighs about 800#. Aluminum frame. The Airstreams are overpriced. Paying for the name. Look at used travel trailers, there has to be a bunch repo-ed and people about to get repo-ed out there with the economy as it is. So are you placing pop up campers at the same comfort and quality level as an Airstream? If you recall, that was the base line set by the original poster. Eh? I am not putting down pop up campers............heck, I owned one when I was in college and it served my camping needs during those tough financial years. They are not the same popup anymore. http://www.trailmanor.com/ You're right. As I told Loogy, I've one brother who is a pop up fan and is trying to talk me into one. As far as comfort, I'm sure they're every bit as comfortable as the 19' or 22' Airstream we're considering. But, it's kind of like Mrs E's horse, if you recall. My wife is not into even looking at a popup. -- John *H* Actually the Trailmanor and Chalet's are not really a popup but called a hybrid. Hell, those damn Trailmanor's aren't cheap! They do look interesting though. I wonder how all the erection machinery holds up over time. -- John *H* |