Category: Towable

5 Alternative Uses for a Toy Hauler Garage
A toy hauler’s garage gives it a level of versatility that simply isn’t found in most other RVs. Designed for transporting an ATV, motorcycles, bikes, and other gear, most garages convert into a bedroom or lounge when empty. But with a bit of creativity, that same space can be used for a variety of other purposes. Here are a few suggestions you might want to consider.
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A Work-From-Anywhere Office
Many RV owners are lucky enough to have jobs that allow them to work from anywhere. Having a dedicated office not only improves productivity but also makes it easier to separate work from relaxation and play.
The additional space a toy hauler garage provides makes it easy to create an office environment. In most cases, the garage is closed off from the rest of the RV, providing additional privacy for those all-important Zoom calls and meetings. Personalize the space by adding a desk, a comfortable office chair, and by mounting monitors on the wall and connecting a printer. Filing cabinets, Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, and an easily-accessible power strip are also nice additions.
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Turn the Garage into a Gym
RVing is meant to be relaxing, which can make it a challenge to maintain your usual exercise routine while on the road. But converting your toy hauler’s garage to a gym can add a healthy dose of motivation, not to mention convenience. Throw down a couple of exercise mats for pre-workout stretching or a full yoga session. It is also easy to add weights, resistance bands, kettlebells, a jump rope, or even a compact treadmill or stationary bike, provided you secure everything while in transit. Essentially, anything your home gym might have is also possible in your toy hauler.
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Extra Storage Space
By its very definition, a toy hauler garage is a storage space, albeit one designed for an ATV, golf cart, kayaks, or other “toys.” But storage is always at a premium in any RV, making it a no-brainer to use the additional space for carrying more stuff. Add dressers, luggage, a rolling clothing rack, plastic storage tubs, or even a firearms safe.
Obviously, everything needs to be secure while traveling, but the extra room can make a huge difference in what you can bring along and what needs to stay at home. And having a space for bulk storage always comes in handy.
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A Kid-Focused Playroom/Lounge
As noted above, a toy hauler garage often serves as an extra lounge area, in addition to the main living room found inside the vehicle. But if you travel as a family, it is nice to utilize that space specifically for kids, giving them their own place to relax and play. Options include adding a rug to the floor and incorporating kid-friendly furniture, like bean bag chairs and a table for playing games. For older kids, consider connecting a video game system to the TV. You can even go all-out by painting the room with whimsical colors and patters, replacing the blinds with colorful curtains, and stringing up fun, mood-setting lights. In other words, let your imagination run wild. The little ones will love it.
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Hobby/Craft/Game/Rec Room
Living for extended periods—or even going full-time—in an RV often means having to give up on some of your favorite hobbies and activities simply because there isn’t enough room. But, as we’ve already established, a toy hauler garage does offer extra space that can be used to continue those pursuits. For instance, you can set up a craft room for sewing, knitting, and quilting. Why not create an art studio for painting or sculpting? Convert the garage into a game room or make it the ultimate fan cave for watching your favorite teams play.
Think of the garage as a blank canvas, allowing you to utilize it anyway you choose. That versatility is what makes toy haulers so popular, even if someone isn’t planning on filling it up with motorized vehicles, ebikes, and outdoor gear. If you are bringing those kinds of toys along with you, the extra items will need to be able to be packed away while in transit, but other than that, the sky is the limit. Get creative and make the extra space your own. It will only further enrich your travels and make life on the road that much better.
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2025-07-24
A Riveting Pair: The Usonian Limited Edition Travel Trailer is Airstream x Frank Lloyd Wright
There is no evidence that architect Frank Lloyd Wright and Wally Byam, legendary founder of Airstream, ever met. Both would no doubt approve of the latest addition to the famed RV brand’s lineup. The new Usonian Limited Edition Travel Trailer manages to channel the design philosophies of both men, creating a towable that elegantly and seamlessly connects to the natural world just outside its aluminum shell.
A collaborative effort between Airstream and the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, the travel trailer, unveiled in June, took nearly three years to complete. Both organizations saw a connection between their brands, working to fuse Wright’s architectural heritage neatly with Byam’s innovative engineering tenets. Both of these 20th Century greats found inspiration in nature, and worked to help others find that inspiration, too.
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Wright emphasized the importance of a building integrating into its surroundings. His projects were meant to exist harmoniously with the natural world, resulting in spaces both beautiful and functional. He played brilliantly with light and shadows, using distinctive materials like rock, wood, glass and fabric to blend his interiors with the exterior environment.
Nowhere is this more evident than at Taliesin West, the architect’s compound in Scottsdale, AZ. It was there that Wright perfected his ideas on holistic design and organic architecture. His approach came to be known as “Usonian” design, a term Wright used to describe his distinctly American architectural aesthetic and his drive to create buildings that served their occupants above all.
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Airstream, working closely with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, took plenty of inspiration from Taliesin West when designing this special-edition 28-footer. Obvious examples include awnings made from the same fabric that Wright used as ceiling panels throughout the compound; interior light sconces resemble those found there, too. And in a nod to Wright’s propensity for bringing outdoor environments inside, the RV has the most windows ever incorporated into an Airstream vehicle. The result is a cabin that feels bright and airy, creating a sense that the space is larger than it actually is.
Both Wright and Byam believed that form and function should go hand in hand. That design principle is felt throughout the travel trailer. For instance, the rig includes a rear hatch to ease loading and unloading gear, also creating an alternative for entry and exit. But it’s also no accident that the hatch further opens up the interior space, adhering nicely to Wright’s approach of bringing users of his buildings closer to nature.
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Other multifunctional features include twin beds that serve as couches in the sleeping space, but automatically convert to a king-size bed at the touch of a button. The kitchen/living area features a wooden dinette and a desk, both of which create extra space by folding out of the way when not in use. The table and desk are flanked by a set of wooden chairs and a footstool, which collapse for easy transport and storage. At the campsite, those same chairs—which strikingly resemble those found at Taliesin West—can be taken outdoors, with the stool doubling as a small table.
The travel trailer further distinguishes itself with the use of a whimsical graphic known as the Gordon Leaf Pattern throughout. Designed by one of Wright’s most prominent apprentices, this design element was named for Elizabeth Gordon, the longtime editor of House Beautiful magazine, one of the most influential design minds of the post-War period and major Wright ally. The pattern is most notably found on the door of the RV and in the kitchen, but is subtly incorporated throughout the trailer. It reinforces the idea of immersing yourself in nature at the campsite, while adding yet another link between Airstream and Wright’s work.
Photo Credit: Airstream/Andrew Pielage
Of course, this being an Airstream, the trailer comes with plenty of traditional RV features, too. Those include things like an energy-efficient 12V fridge, lithium house batteries, and 300 watts of solar panels on the roof. The kitchen is equipped with a three-burner gas stove, a microwave, and a single-basin stainless steel sink, while the dry-bath comes with a porcelain toilet and glass-doored shower.
But the Wright-inspired design elements are what separate this RV from anything Airstream—or anyone else for that matter—has built before. Perfectly melding the architect’s design philosophy with Wally Byam’s ingenuity and vision, this is a rig that goes beyond what either man could have envisioned on his own. The result is something both new and fresh, and comfortingly familiar at the same time.
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2025-07-21
The Ride: Meet the Opus OP4 Inflatable Pop-Up
Pop-up campers have been a staple of the RV industry for decades, often serving as an entry point for first-time buyers and families on a budget. But California-based Opus Camper sees the humble pop-up in a different light, utilizing innovative design and clever engineering to build rugged and lightweight models designed to go practically anywhere. These aren’t your daddy’s pop-up, that much is certain.
The company has several models in its catalog, but the Opus OP4 is its most capable. The trailer rides on a galvanized steel chassis with a custom powder-coated aluminum frame, giving it outstanding durability while keeping weight to a minimum. An independent trailing arm suspension, single-coil dual shock absorbers and all-terrain tires ensure excellent performance on- and off-road.
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One of the OP4’s signature features is its “air tent” design. The rig uses a built-in air compressor to inflate nine individual “air beams,” which in turn pop the top and expand the living space, revealing eight-foot ceilings and 10 windows. The whole process is quick and easy, and doesn’t require owners to turn a crank, as with most traditional pop-ups.
“The air tent is something that is much more common in Europe and Australia, and we wanted to bring it stateside,” Opus managing director Paul Liner tells us. “It helps keep weight to a minimum, and once you’re at the campsite, you just open the OP4’s two lids, close some valves and hit a button. The whole thing automatically expands in about two or three minutes.”
The OP4’s other signature feature is its outdoor kitchen, which effortlessly slides out from the side of the trailer at mealtime. It’s equipped with a four-burner gas stove, a sink with running hot water and a meal-prep station with a built-in dish rack. When you’re ready to hit the road, the entire mechanism quickly and easily slides back into place for transport. A 12V slide-out mini-fridge is located nearby, keeping food fresh and drinks cold.
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When fully deployed, the OP4 comfortably sleeps six, with two double beds and a surprisingly large and comfortable lounge area converting to a third sleeping space. The trailer also comes with a 40-gallon freshwater tank and dual lithium house batteries to power the integrated air pump, water heater, LED lighting and fridge. Optional add-ons include solar panels, an HVAC system and even a home theater complete with projector and screen.
“Our add-on canopy is a really popular upgrade,” Liner says. “It inflates and deflates with the camper, and covers the exterior kitchen and refrigerator, adding more outdoor living space.”
Pricing for the OP4 starts at a little under $35,000, making it an affordable option for overlanding and off-grid exploration. And like a traditional pop-up, it easily parks in a garage when not in use.
Dimensions
GVWR: 4,200 lbs. Hitch Weight: 400 lbs. Overall Length: 17′ Exterior Height: 5′ 4″ (closed), 9′ (popped up)
Illustration by Dee Duncan

1. Air tent automatically deploys in two minutes
2. Slide-out kitchen with stove, sink and counter space (Opposite side)
3. Dual-zone 12V fridge (Opposite side)
4. 40-gallon freshwater tank
5. Cruisemaster DO35 articulating hitch
6. Two gallon Jerry can holders
7. Durable powder-coated aluminum frame
8. Private outdoor bathroom with toilet and shower
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2025-07-09
Pebble Ships First Travel Trailers, Introduces “Auto Dump” Waste Disposal System
There was good news for fans and supporters of the Pebble Flow travel trailer this week, as the company announced it has shipped the first production models of the all-electric towable. And in true Pebble fashion, that announcement included the reveal of an innovative new feature that makes emptying the trailer’s black tank easier and safer than ever.
First announced back in the fall of 2023, the Pebble Flow includes a long list of high-tech amenities. Those include an optional electric propulsion system designed to make towing easier and more efficient with a wide range of vehicles. The rig’s Magic Hitch feature allows it to sense its proximity to the tow vehicle and safely attach itself while the owner looks on. Other features include the ability to camp completely off-grid for up to seven days, remote-controlled positioning at the campsite, and an InstaCamp option that auto levels and stabilizes the camper, adjusts the thermostat, and turns on the lights, all at the touch of a button.
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Needless to say, all of these unique features generated plenty of excitement around the Pebble Flow, which in turn led to a significant number of customers placing orders for the travel trailer well ahead of its release. And as we previously noted, production started earlier this year, with the company reaching the milestone of making the first deliveries on June 30.
“Delivering a Pebble Flow to our earliest customers and believers is a defining moment for our team,” Pebble CEO and Founder Bingrui Yang said via a press release. “This product reflects years of engineering and thoughtful iteration, built on the belief that every detail, from setup to travel, should feel effortless and intuitive. This is the moment we’ve been building towards, and we can’t wait to see more and more Pebble Flow travel trailers on the road.”
In that same press release, Pebble revealed another new feature called “Auto Dump.” Available exclusively on the Founders Edition of the travel trailer, Auto Dump is hailed as “the RV industry’s first automated, one-touch waste disposal system.” Essentially, owners simply attach a built-in hose to a sewer inlet, hit a “dump” button on the Pebble App, and then return the hose to its integrated storage compartment once the process is complete.
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While that sounds simple, a lot is going on in the background to make it happen. For instance, Auto Dump uses recycled gray water as part of its self-cleaning rinse cycle. The trailer also comes with a macerating toilet that helps liquify waste faster and utilizes a pump-powered hose to assist with drainage. Combine all of these aspects, and Pebble has made the dumping process as easy and safe as possible, removing the possibility of user error and eliminating annoying splashes and spills. The company even expanded the waste tank to 18 gallons, which is larger than those found on prototype models.
“We didn’t just slap a button on the old system; we rebuilt the entire experience,” said Stefan Solyom, Chief Technology Officer at Pebble. “Auto Dump makes the worst part of RVing something you barely even think about. It’s one of those upgrades that makes you wonder why it wasn’t always this simple.”
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Pebble promises to continue scaling up production on the travel trailer as it works diligently to fulfill its backlog of preorders. Anyone interested in learning more about this innovative electric travel trailer can visit the company’s website for a full list of specs and features. The site also allows interested buyers to preorder a Pebble Flow of their own with a fully refundable $500 deposit. Pricing starts at $109,500, with many customers eligible for a federal tax credit of up to $12,450, which greatly assists with lowering the initial cost of ownership.
Having already seen a pre-production Pebble Flow in the past, we’re looking forward to seeing a final version of this exciting towable out in the wild.
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2025-07-03
Video: Go Behind the Scenes at the Forest River Campsite Reserve Factory
When Forest River’s Campsite Reserve travel trailers first hit the market a few years back, it felt like just another addition to the RV manufacturers’ already very full catalog of RVs. But as the brand grew and evolved, it quickly became apparent that this wasn’t the case. On the contrary, the Campsite Reserve line soon stood out as a fantastic option for buyers looking for a well-appointed towable with unique and interesting floor plans. The fact that these models also delivered a lot of bang for your buck didn’t hurt either.
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The philosophy behind the Campsite Reserve brand is to deliver well-built and thoughtful travel trailers that include practical features designed to make life at the campsite better. Forest River offers these towables in 14 distinct floor plans ranging in length from 21′ 10″ all the way up to 43′ 4″, offering RVers a variety of sizes to choose from. To make the buying decision as easy as possible, there are no options or add-ons. This not only streamlines the production process and improves build quality, but keeps costs down, too. It also takes a lot of the confusion out of the buying process.
The video above takes us behind the scenes at the Forest River plant where the Campsite Reserve travel trailers are built. You’ll see firsthand how they are crafted, including seeing multiple models in various stages of the construction process. Along the way, you’ll also catch a glimpse of some of the clever and useful design decisions that help these models stand out from the competition, including creative use of space and high-quality materials and components used throughout. And even if you’re not in the market to buy a new RV anytime soon, watching these complex and sophisticated vehicles get built is a lot of fun.
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Hit play on the video to take your tour of the Campsite Reserve factory. And when you’re done, head over to the Forest River website to learn more.
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2025-06-26
Video: An Overview of the 2025 Keystone Montana
There is a reason that fifth-wheel trailers are especially popular with full-timers, RVing families, and couples. Big and spacious, these towables are usually very well appointed, offering luxurious amenities to rival those you’ll find at home. And while they do require a serious tow vehicle to move them around, it’s like having a mobile apartment you can take with you on your adventures. No where is this more evident than with the Keystone Montana, a luxury fifth-wheel that is the best-selling model in the country.
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The video above provides an overview of the 2025 Keystone Montana line, which features 12 unique floor plans ranging in length from 35′ 1″ to 43″, and weighing 12,881 lbs. to 15,644 lbs. Depending on the model, these trailers can comfortably sleep four to eight people, and include luxury features like island kitchens, dedicated office spaces, e-bike garages, flexible bonus rooms, and more. Some floor plans even offer two-bedroom, two-bath layouts for the ultimate guest experience.
As impressive as all of that sounds, it actually looks better in person. The video does an excellent job of taking us through a Montana fifth-wheel and pointing out some of its many features, including a few nice touches that you might not notice on your own. Things like well-crafted cabinetry, a massive residential-style refrigerator, and—better still—residential-style furniture from Lay-Z-Boy. The trailer’s HVAC system is also impressive, keeping campers comfortable in a wide range of temperatures and conditions.
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This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to this luxury fifth-wheel. To explore everything the Keystone Montana has to offer, visit keystonerv.com. There, you can get a full set of specs, compare different floor plans, check out photos, and more.
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2025-06-25
The Best Couples Campers of 2025
Couples campers aren’t necessarily a distinct sub-category in the RV space, but there are definitely motorhomes, camper vans, and towables that are well suited for two people. If you happen to be in the market for just such a model, we have some suggestions you’ll want to check out. These are our picks for the best couples campers currently available.
What is a Couples Camper?
While just about any RV is a good option for two people, some are specifically built with couples in mind. These rigs can be a Class A, B, or C model, or come in a towable form factor, although the floor plans tend to be smaller in size. Most couples campers only have one bedroom, and in some cases may not have an additional sleeping space at all, although most do come with a couch that converts to a second bed. Additionally, the living room area may only have seating for two, and the kitchen and bathroom are designed to support a couple, with perhaps the occasional guest coming along for the ride.
With that definition in mind, these are our picks for the best couples campers of 2025.
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Winnebago M-Series 1923RB
Couples will find a lot to love in the Winnebago M-Series 1923RB. This floor plan includes a large and comfortable bed and comes with built-in wardrobes and nightstands for bedside storage. The open floor plan features an efficient kitchenette equipped with a two-burner cooktop, a microwave, an undermount stainless steel sink, and a 12V mini-fridge. The spacious dinette doubles as a second bed when needed.
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The 1923RB floor plan includes a surprisingly large bathroom located in the rear of the trailer. It includes a full-size shower, porcelain toilet, and a sink, along with a built-in linen closet. Other notable features include a powered awning with LED lighting, a power tongue jack, an outdoor mini-fridge, and a pull-out griddle. In addition to its fully walkable roof, the M-Series also includes an enclosed underbelly and heated holding tanks, making it suitable for extended-season camping. MSRP: $29,743
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Forest River Campsite Reserve 26RM
There are a number of Forest River Campsite Reserve floor plans designed with couples in mind, but we’re especially partial to the 26RM model. At 33’ 1” in length, it isn’t overly large and ponderous, but offers plenty of internal space for all the amenities you could ask for. Those include a private bedroom suite with a king bed, lots of storage, and the option to add a second TV.
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The rest of the interior includes an impressively large bathroom, a well-equipped kitchen, and a dinette. But this rig also has a sofa that converts to a bed, a second sitting area with comfortable chairs, and an entertainment center that includes a smart TV, fireplace, and hidden storage. MSRP: $34,995
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Ember E-Series 19ETS
Flexibility and versatility are the name of the game with the outstanding travel trailer. While this model is a perfect option for couples, it does have room for up to eight people should a few guests want to tag along. That’s due in part to the inclusion of the Ember’s patent-pending Embertrack System, which gives owners a customizable space to add bunks, create an office, make a walk-in closet, or whatever else their creative minds can come up with. It’s a very unique feature that isn’t found in offerings from other manufacturers.
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The E-Series 19ETS has a queen-size bed in the main sleeping area, and comes with a comfy legless dinette, which can optionally be replaced with theater seating. The kitchen is well equipped with a two-burner stove, a convection microwave/air fryer, and a 12V refrigerator. The surprisingly large bathroom is fantastic, too, providing a residential feel in a trailer that measures just 23’ 4” end-to-end. MSRP: $39,984
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Jayco Jay Flight SLX 290RKS
If you’re looking for a travel trailer that is specifically made for couples, the Jay Flight SLX 290RKS may be right for you. This model only sleeps two by design, utilizing the rest of its considerable space for other comforts and amenities. Those include an open living room and galley area that features theater seating, a loveseat couch, a dinette, and an expansive kitchen equipped with everything you’ve come to expect in a modern RV.
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The large bedroom has a queen-size bed, a large wardrobe, built-in dressers, and washer/dryer prep. It also offers private access to the nearby bathroom, which includes a second entrance from the living room. Inside, you’ll find a corner shower, porcelain toilet, sink, a linen closet, and a medicine cabinet. MSRP: $48,743
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Keystone Cougar Sport 2400RE Fifth-Wheel
Keystone offers the Cougar Sport in a travel trailer version, but due to the additional space they offer, we’re a bit more partial to its fifth-wheel models. The 2400RE floor plan is especially impressive, offering a spacious bedroom with a queen-size bed, integrated nightstands, and easy access to the nearby bathroom.
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Couples will especially enjoy the rear living room/kitchen space, which is filled with top-tier amenities. Those include theater seating for two, a dinette, and a handy flip-up table that offers additional convenience. The 40” HDTV sits above the fireplace on a door that opens to reveal a gigantic butler’s pantry. With its microwave, stove, 12V refrigerator, undermount sink, and seamless pressed countertops, the kitchen is impressive, too. MSRP: $49,718
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Coachmen Euro
This small Class A model feels like it was built specifically with couples in mind. The rig comes in three floor plans, each of which is well suited for two travelers. The 25EU model includes a king-size bed, while the 25LE and 25TB versions both come with two twins. All models have full bathrooms, modern kitchens, and comfortable living room areas. Which layout works best for you depends entirely on your needs.
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At 28’ 4” in length, the Euro isn’t large by Class A standards. In fact, it is barely larger than some camper vans, making it easy to drive and park. Its sleek design is an eye-catcher, too, although its luxurious interior may be even more impressive. The long list of standard features includes a gas generator, premium linoleum and LED lighting throughout, as well as on-demand hot water and a power privacy shade for the front window. MSRP: $159,999
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Thor Chateau 29K
The Thor Chateau 29K is practically a small apartment on wheels. This well-appointed Class C model offers plenty of living space, with features like a plush jack-knife sofa, a massive dinette, and a kitchen with all the appliances you could ask for. A private bedroom suite includes a king-size bed, copious amounts of closet space, and even washer/dryer prep. Meanwhile, the modestly sized bathroom includes a porcelain toilet, sink, and shower.
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Class C motorhomes make great couples campers, in part because they offer plenty of space in a coach that isn’t intimidating to drive. The cabover area also provides an extra bunk for visitors and serves as additional storage space when needed. MSRP: $167,020
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Leisure Travel Vans Unity FX
All of Leisure Travel Vans’ Class B+ models are perfect for couples, including its outstanding Wonder model. But we’re especially partial to the Unity FX, which includes a queen-size Murphy bed that folds out of the way to reveal dual reclining chairs with a fantastic modular dinette system. Seriously, once you see this feature in action, you’ll wonder how the designers managed to squeeze so much functionality into such a small space.
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The rest of the rig is no slouch either. It includes a second lounge area with an L-shaped couch and a slide-out ottoman with a hidden built-in table. The onboard dry bath is far swankier than anything you’ve seen in a camper van before, and the kitchen includes all the bells and whistles. This is a luxury couples camper at its finest, all wrapped up in a compact, easy-to-drive package that has to be seen to be believed. MSRP: $227,520
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Entegra Esteem XL 32U
If you’re looking for a little more luxury out of your couples camper, check out the Entegra Coach Esteem XL 32U. This Super Class C coach is beautiful inside and out, with outstanding construction, high-end materials, and a powerful Ford chassis with a 6.7L V8 turbo diesel engine. Other details include frameless windows, a 6,000W diesel generator, 200W solar panels, and a large house battery for off-grid camping.
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This rig doesn’t lack features on the inside either. It comes with a king-size bed, a large private bathroom, a dinette, and a couch. The kitchen is modern, efficient, and well laid out, with a three-burner stove, microwave, stainless steel sink, and a 10-cubic-foot refrigerator. There’s even an outdoor entertainment center for when you want to relax outdoors at the campsite. Of course, all of this comes wrapped up in Entegra’s legendary craftsmanship and engineering, making git one of the best motorized RVs on the road. MSRP: $275,550.
Those are our picks for the best couples campers currently available at a wide variety of price points. Any one of these models would be perfect for weekend escapes or cross-country adventures. Just find the one that works best for you and get going.
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2025-06-18
Is the Winnebago Thrive the Next Big Thing in Travel Trailers?
Winnebago’s towables division has been on a roll of late. Over the past couple of years, the RV manufacturer has launched both the Access and M-Series travel trailers, while adding new floor plans to its existing models. Now, you can add yet another option to the Flying W’s ever-expanding catalog. The new Winnebago Thrive is a lightweight model that brings innovative design, outstanding build quality, and a long list of standard features.
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“Thrive is more than a travel trailer—it’s a statement,” said Adam Gudger, Product Manager for Winnebago’s towables Thrive product, in a press release. “We identified an opportunity to serve design-conscious buyers seeking a refined, upscale experience— without making things complicated. Thrive fills that space with thoughtful craftsmanship, innovative features, and styling that surprises in all the right ways.”
That “thoughtful craftsmanship” starts with a laminated body that gives the Thrive a sleek, modern look that translates to more aerodynamic performance on the road. It also helps keep the travel trailer light and nimble, while maintaining a high level of durability. Laminated RVs often include outstanding insulation, too, helping the interior stay warmer or cooler throughout the year. The construction process even allowed Winnebago to integrate a large frameless panoramic window in the front that includes distinctive LED trim lighting that further enhances the design.
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Winnebago added a number of nice touches to the interior, too. For instance, the Thrive’s primary bedroom includes a king-size bed with built-in storage, bedside reading lights, and recessed ceiling lighting, giving it a refined residential feel. Meanwhile, the kitchen is equipped with soft-close cabinets, a pull-out pantry, and fiberglass countertops with an integrated sink. High-end, made-in-America furniture is also used throughout, further enhancing the premium feel of the travel trailer.
Other notable features include a JBL indoor/outdoor sound system, stackable washer/dryer prep, and power stabilizing jacks. Expect Winnebago’s Connect smart multiplex system, too, putting control of lighting, climate, power, and more right at your fingertips.
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Thrive reflects how people want to live and travel today,” Grant Smith, Product Manager for Winnebago’s towables unit says in the same press release. “It’s not just about getting from point A to point B—it’s about having a space that makes every trip feel like an upgrade. And this is just the beginning. We have a full lineup of thoughtfully designed floor plans on the horizon that will expand the possibilities for how and where campers can enjoy the outdoors.”
Initially, the Winnebago Thrive will be available in two floor plans, the 18FBS and 22MBH. Models will vary in length from 22 to 33 feet and will come with one or two slide-outs. The travel trailer arrives at dealers this month with a starting price of $46,760. For more information, visit winnebago.com.
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2025-06-16
Airstream + Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation: Two Icons Collaborate on Unique New Towable
What do you get when you take Airstream’s iconic RV design and add a healthy dose of inspiration from one of the most famous and influential architects that has ever lived? Why, a stunning and thoughtful new RV of course! The Airstream Frank Lloyd Wright Usonian Limited Edition Travel Trailer combines some of the best ideas from both of those influences, creating an elegant and timeless towable that is every bit as beautiful and functional as you would expect.
Airstream is no stranger to collaborating with other brands, having produced several special edition models in the past with Pottery Barn, REI, Tommy Bahama, and others. You can now add the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation to that list, as the organization that oversees the architect’s substantial legacy played an important role in this new RV.
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Airstream x Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation
The collaboration began way back in the fall of 2022, when Airstream first reached out to the Foundation to pitch the idea of working together. The RV manufacturer found an eager partner who saw great similarities in their brands and brought plenty of ideas to the table. Still, it took nearly three years to complete the project, with both sides going to great lengths to respect Wright’s design philosophies, while integrating them into a 28-foot travel trailer.
Wright’s approach to architecture and design continually evolved and changed throughout his career, but there were a number of distinct themes that remained across most of his work. For instance, he thought that a building could be both beautiful and functional, while greatly improving the owner’s life in the process. He also wanted his projects to blend in naturally with the environment, giving them an aesthetic that felt like it always belonged there. The architect even used materials like canvas, wood, and glass to help bring nature inside, creating spaces that were calm and peaceful. Wright dubbed this unified design philosophy as “Usonian” which branded it as uniquely American.
The Usonian Limited Edition Travel Trailer channels those sensibilities in some unique and exciting ways. For instance, the trailer’s storage cabinets were relocated in order to add more windows. In fact, this rig has the most windows ever found in an Airstream model. This not only allows more natural light to reach the interior, but provides excellent views at the campsite, while adhering nicely to Wright’s ideas for bringing nature inside.
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Form and Function
Functionality is always an important piece of RV design as manufacturers look to make the most of the available space. But Airstream thought outside of the box with this towable, adding features like twin beds that double as couches during the day, but automatically convert to a king-size mattress at the touch of a button. The trailer also comes with a rear hatch that serves as a second entrance/exit, and makes loading gear a breeze. When opened, that same hatch offers an expansive view and allows fresh air to reach the interior. This is a feature we’ve seen on other Airstream models in the past, but seems especially appropriate here.
Wright’s influence is felt throughout the rest of the towable in some very interesting ways. For example, the trailer’s wooden dining table and built-in desk fold out of the way when not in use, creating more room for hosting guests or just spreading out. The trailer also comes with a set of wooden chairs that take obvious design cues from those found at Taliesin West, the architect’s creative and spiritual retreat in Flagstaff, AZ. The trailer’s awning is even made from the same fabrics that Wright used in ceiling panels found at that same location.
At the suggestion of Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation staff, Airstream integrated another simple design element throughout the trailer, giving it a splash of color and whimsy in the process. The Gordon Leaf is a stylized design of something found in nature that was created by one of Wright’s most trusted apprentices. He named it in honor of Elizabeth Gordon, who was the editor of House Beautiful magazine and a long-time friend of the architect. The pattern is found on the door of the new travel trailer, on lighting sconces in the cabin, on the galley walls, and in other places.
Photo Credit: Airstream/Andrew Pielage
RV Specs and Features
For RV fans looking for specs, there is plenty to share, too. The trailer measures 28’ 2” end-to-end, and has a GVWR of 7,600 lbs. and a hitch weight of 800 lbs. The rig comes with 300W of roof-mounted solar panels and a 2.5kWh house battery, making it well equipped for remote camping. The kitchen includes a three-burner stove and oven, a convection microwave, and an energy-efficient 12V fridge. And as you would expect from an Airstream, the bathroom features a porcelain Mercator toilet, a mirrored medicine cabinet, and a shower with an acrylic entry door.
The Airstream Frank Lloyd Wright Usonian Limited Edition Travel Trailer will be available to purchase through the RV manufacturer’s dealer network nationwide. Just 200 units will be produced, each coming with custom numbered badging in Wright’s favorite Taliesin Red hue. To find out more about this amazing new Airstream vehicle, and check out an entire line of new Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home goods, apparel, and gifts, visit airstream.com.
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2025-06-09
Buyer’s Guide: Toy Haulers Make for a Haul of a Good Time
An RV is an essential base camp for many travelers, a rig that brings them closer to the next trailhead but not one they take too deep into the woods. As such, folks often seek ways to bring ATVs, dirt bikes, mountain bikes, snowmobiles and other auxiliary vehicles along. The large rear garage space found in toy haulers makes this possible—plus, it can transform into a patio, office, play space or a guest bedroom depending on the design. Here, we take a look at four options with modular spaces for any brand of adventure.
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KZ Sportster X
Available in both fifth-wheel and travel trailer models, the Sportster X features an 11- to 15-foot garage depending on the floor plan—enough space to carry larger UTVs and other off-roaders. Inside, it’s all luxury. With spacious kitchens, plush bedroom suites and a queen-size power-lift bed in the rear cargo area, the Sportster is outfitted with both adventure and hospitality in mind (it sleeps between seven and nine people). Other features include a bar-style dinette, theater seating, a fireplace and residential appliances. Plus, the cargo ramp converts into an outdoor patio, complete with three-season sliding doors. Fifth-wheels: starting at $123,881.
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Jayco Seismic
The Jayco Seismic has been tested in temperatures ranging from 0ºF – 100ºF, making it an ideal option for those transporting snowmobiles or dune buggies. And when you’ve wrapped up your ride for the day, the Seismic provides a comfortable cabin for recharging. With floor plans between 41 and 46 feet, standard features include a king-size bed, luxury sofas, a fireplace, a walk-in shower and a rear party deck. Starting at $104,655.
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Thor Outlaw Wild West Edition
The Class A Thor Outlaw Wild West Edition is the rare toy hauler that isn’t a towable. A motorhome with more than 10-feet of garage space, the Outlaw’s rear ramp converts to a patio and its interior space can comfortably sleep six. The 38KB floor plan even includes a power-tilt king-size bed, washer and dryer hookups and a roomy bathroom and living area all riding on a powerful Ford F-53 chassis. Starting at $295,350.
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Dutchmen Voltage Triton
Built with active families in mind, the Voltage Triton can accommodate up to 10 sleepers, includes 1.5 baths, and has a 13-foot garage that doubles as a second living room. Available in two floor plans, it provides ample space to live, work and play. To boot, the fifth-wheel is generator and solar-ready, giving owners the power options they need for camping off-grid. Starting at $140,547. Dutchmen.com
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2025-06-09
Road Icon: The Apache Ramada is In
In the early 1950s, campers had to be industrious. Tent trailers were a rare commodity, so avid travelers built their own. Eugene Lewis Vesely was one of those people. While planning for a family excursion to Alaska, he built a collapsible tent atop a boat trailer. The trip never happened, but a business—Vesely Manufacturing Company—was born.
Based in Michigan, Vesely started with soft-topped tent trailers, offering a range of styles and price points, adopting the brand name Apache. (our archival photo shows the Golden Eagle and, near as we can tell, an early version of Vesely’s Mesa.) Two years later, in 1959, his firm had grown into the world’s largest manufacturer of camping trailers. In 1970, the company released the first commercially produced “solid-state” pop-up camper. These traded canvas side walls for hard, plastic ones that were cranked up into place. (A Trailer Life article from 1971 referred to them as the “tent-trailer that isn’t.”) The Ramada was the most luxurious, and spacious, of the bunch. The debut version featured a three burner stove, an icebox, and a dinette table and couch that doubled as beds in 125 square feet of living space; a later version incorporated a hideaway toilet. The craftsmanship and size helped make the Ramada a mainstay for much of the next decade.
Maria Sandown purchased a honey-hued 1976 edition last year. Nicknamed “Farrah,” the hard-sided trailer had served her previous owner for four decades. (Charlie’s Angels, starring Farrah Fawcett, also debuted in the Bicentennial year.) The exterior has zero chips or cracks and minimal rust. The sink, fridge, cooktop and heater still work, and the original floral upholstery is still intact.
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“I think that’s why people love them: They’re well-constructed, they’re well-engineered. They’re comfortable,” she says of the Ramada. “A lot of thought went into these campers.”
Sandown can comfortably fit her family of three plus her pack of five rescue dogs in the rig, which she decorated with new curtains and throw pillows. The way the camper collapses leaves room for storing games and bedding inside, making packing up from this troupe’s adventures much easier.
The rectangular trailer still maintains a huge following nearly four decades after Vesely went out of business; the Apache Camper Preservation Society Facebook group counts more than 13,000 members today. Sandown, who lives in Mississippi, says people constantly stop her and ask to take photos of Farrah. Many of these strangers recall camping in an Apache as a kid.
“People are so loyal to these things,” she says. “There’s a lot of nostalgia associated with it.”
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2025-06-03
The Ride: Forest River Wildwood Lodge 42VERANDA is Pure Luxury
Destination trailers are having a moment right now. Larger and more spacious than the traditional towable, these RVs are designed for extended stays. Often, they remain parked at an RV resort or a private campground, and while their size makes them less nimble than other rigs, they make up for it with residential-style floor plans and posh amenities.
And when it comes to the destination concept, Forest River is leading the way as of late. Over the past few years, the manufacturer has released a stream of models with confident styling and creative use of space. Case in point: the Wildwood Lodge 42VERANDA, which in many ways redefines the expectations for towables.
Measuring 44 feet, 11 inches in length and with an unloaded vehicle weight of 13,754 pounds, the 42VERANDA is anything but small. You’ll need a hefty tow vehicle to get it down the road, but once underway its triple-axle, reinforced chassis ensures a smooth, controlled ride.
The signature feature is a rear patio that’s unlike just about anything we’ve seen on an RV before. The entire deck sits on a sliding mechanism that retracts in transit and expands to provide more space at the campsite. The deck’s wooden flooring, outdoor speakers, and ceiling fan give it a sleek, modern feel. An outdoor kitchen comes complete with a gas griddle, sink, and mini-fridge.
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Inside, an expansive living space includes a lounge area, a residential-style island kitchen and a large bathroom with a glass-doored shower to rival those found in many homes. The primary bedroom has a power-tilting king-size bed, built-in wardrobe and dressers, and washer and dryer hookups. The rig also features a lofted sleeping area with a queen-size bed, storage cabinets, bookshelves, a wall-mounted TV, and a sitting area with an integrated table.
A surprising number of windows provide an abundance of natural light, giving the 42VERANDA an open, airy feel—and electric shades make it easy to adjust just how much of that light streams in. The destination trailer’s interior feels more “vacation home” than “RV,” and given its size, it’s well suited for families and couples alike.
This winning entry makes it easy to understand why destination trailers are surging in popularity. Once a traveler spends some time in one of these, it may be hard to “camp” any other way.
Dimensions
GVWR: 16,200 lbs. Hitch Weight: 1,815 lbs. Overall Length: 41′ 11″ Exterior Height: 13′ 3″
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1. The rear patio extends the living space outdoors and retracts while in transit.
2. An outdoor kitchen includes a large griddle, a sink, and a mini fridge.
3. Large campside awnings feature LED lighting diffuser bars.
4. The trailer’s main entrance comes with a stylish glass door.
5. Numerous large windows provide natural light and great views.
6. An enclosed and heated underbelly keeps tanks warm in cold conditions.
7. The triple-axle chassis guarantees smooth transport to and from the campsite.
8. Manual stabilizer jacks improve stability when parked
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2025-06-02