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    Posted: 27 Jul 2016 at 1:36pm
Originally posted by furpod

[QUOTE=dr.becky]I talked with some fellow campers that had a Winnie drop. It maybe different then what you are looking at.  I went into it and really liked it.  It had a walk around bed!  I would love that.  However its dry weight was a 1000 lbs more.  So probably two much for an F150.  In a year or so I will seriously look at one because of the bed, especially as we get older.  
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You must be referring to the Micro Minne from Winnebago. It's a tandem axle and has normal travel trailer width. The inside height is much shorter than the R-Pod. I think it's only 76" ceiling. 

None of the Winne Drop models have a walk around bed. Their layouts are EXACTLY like the R-Pod models. 
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I talked with some fellow campers that had a Winnie drop. It maybe different then what you are looking at.  I went into it and really liked it.  It had a walk around bed!  I would love that.  However its dry weight was a 1000 lbs more.  So probably two much for an F150.  In a year or so I will seriously look at one because of the bed, especially as we get older.  
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Not that I have an issue with the Drop, or with someone liking it.. but I am pretty sure an F150 can pull upwards of 6000lbs in it's most basic form. Our Expedition does have the heavy duty tow package, and weighs more than an F150, and is rated at 9200lbs towing. Our other TT is around 6000lbs empty, and the eX pulls it just fine. So a 4500lb TT should be OK for you.
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I talked with some fellow campers that had a Winnie drop. It maybe different then what you are looking at.  I went into it and really liked it.  It had a walk around bed!  I would love that.  However its dry weight was a 1000 lbs more.  So probably two much for an F150.  In a year or so I will seriously look at one because of the bed, especially as we get older.  
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Just saw an R-pod look alike from Palomino, yesterday.  Should have taken a pic, but didn't.
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WE bought the 178 so we have room for our grown kids as well. WE love sitting aroeund the u shaped dinette and playing games. You will love it. 

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Winnebago and Jayco are both large and successful RV manufacturers.  I suspect this is a fight they feel they can win, or they would not have entered the "ring".  It will be interesting to see how it all plays out..and how long it may take. This could drag on for many years.  
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Thanks to all. I've pretty much decided that an R-pod is for me (in part, also, due to the great resources this forum offers and the "community" of owners). Now, I think, it's just a decision between new or used and 177 or 178. I also wonder how important buying from the right dealer is. New or used? That is the question (hope the answer comes in my dreams). The R-dome is a must for me as well. Excited, just have to make these final decisions. Thanks.
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Originally posted by podrunner

Here is an advantage.  More manufacturing is equal to more competition so we as consumers have more options thus reducing sell prices.  Forest River has done a good job of controlling the R Pod distribution network.  Where I live, it is 300 miles to the next R-pod dealer.  The local guy asks for and gets a high price on his R pods because he lacks competition.  With Winniebago and now Jayco getting into the marketplace, we as consumers win.  Especially when you consider that most of the component parts are the same.  RV manufacturers are not so much building trailers as assembling them.  I enjoy my R pod but I feel no loyalty to Forest River.  I would encourage a potential new owner to shop around and spend your money where you feel you are getting the best value. Good luck and happy shopping..

However, if Jayco and Winnebago want to get into the market, they need to come up with their own designs and not just copy Forest River's designs. That is, unless they negotiate with Forest River to license the design first. Of course, that would make the copies more expensive as it would require royalty payments to Forest River. That is probably why Winnebago just copied the design and hopes that they can somehow win in court. Given previous history, that is not likely.
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Here is an advantage.  More manufacturing is equal to more competition so we as consumers have more options thus reducing sell prices.  Forest River has done a good job of controlling the R Pod distribution network.  Where I live, it is 300 miles to the next R-pod dealer.  The local guy asks for and gets a high price on his R pods because he lacks competition.  With Winniebago and now Jayco getting into the marketplace, we as consumers win.  Especially when you consider that most of the component parts are the same.  RV manufacturers are not so much building trailers as assembling them.  I enjoy my R pod but I feel no loyalty to Forest River.  I would encourage a potential new owner to shop around and spend your money where you feel you are getting the best value. Good luck and happy shopping..
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 06 May 2016 at 6:05am

Welcome to the forum!

Furpod sums it up well, per usual.

Pod vs. Winnie - why buy a copy when you can have "the real McCoy"?

I'm just guessing but, I speculate that you would find more Forest River dealers than Winnie dealers. Thus, more places to have a Pod serviced, if needed. Actually, I can't think of a single advantage in buying the Winnie.....assuming you can even find one for sale.

Good luck in your search!
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