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Topic: New R-Pod 189 owner

Posted By: ZuBrew
Subject: New R-Pod 189 owner
Date Posted: 01 Dec 2017 at 4:34pm

Hi everyone, I wanted to introduce myself. I'm Craig and my wife Laura just bought our first R-Pod 189, 2018. We haven't taken possession of it yet, that will be in March 2018. We had a 1996 Jayco popup prior but while walking around one of the campgrounds, we spotted an R-Pod and were very intrigued. I began my research on R-Pods and now I can't wait for spring to get here.

This forum is fantastic. Lots of information. I find myself just sitting and reading post after post. The instruction & maintenance manual thread has so much information. Thanks to everyone that participated in that. And thanks to everyone that responded to my anti sway hitch question. That helped me educate myself on what I needed and avoid some cost from the dealer.

We live in Macedon, NY (that's near Rochester) and we're probably going to have snow soon. Another reason I can't wait for spring. I'll be looking at the campground recommendations in this general area to see what all of you liked.

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2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 4X4
2018 R-Pod 189
2013 Yamaha FJR 1300A

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Posted By: mjlrpod
Date Posted: 01 Dec 2017 at 5:57pm

I camped at lake george last summer, I loved it there. Got the best damn cheeseburger i have ever had at a small restaruant there. We white water tubed, went to saratoga race track, and attended my first ever rodeo. Was a nice trip. Enjoy the 189

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2017.5 Rp-172
2020 R-pod 195
2015 Frontier sv 4.0L 6cyl
I'll be rpodding

Posted By: RobnCari
Date Posted: 02 Dec 2017 at 2:41am

Welcome, enjoy!

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2006 Toyota Tacoma 4WD AC
2018 RP 179

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 02 Dec 2017 at 9:08am

Welcome and Congratulations! As a child, I really enjoyed our family trips to the Thousand Islands. New York has some wonderful state parks. I think you will have fun exploring them.

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 02 Dec 2017 at 3:23pm

Welcome to the group!

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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2017 Ford F150
2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk
Previously owned
2015 Rpod 179
2010 Rpod 171

Posted By: flash
Date Posted: 29 Apr 2018 at 8:14pm

I just purchased a 189 myself, but won't pick it up for another month. My wife and I are new to TT, and she is apprehensive. How is the 189 working for you? Any issues so far--I really like the floor plan. We have planned a major trip, so I need to be as prepared as possible.

Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 29 Apr 2018 at 10:21pm

Welcome to the group. You live in an area with a lot of beautiful places to visit. Hope you enjoy your Pod.

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Never leave footprints behind.
Fred & Maria Kearney
Sonoma 167RB
Our Pod 172
2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost

Posted By: Live2Camp
Date Posted: 30 Apr 2018 at 1:18am

Originally posted by flash

I just purchased a 189 myself, but won't pick it up for another month. My wife and I are new to TT, and she is apprehensive. How is the 189 working for you? Any issues so far--I really like the floor plan. We have planned a major trip, so I need to be as prepared as possible.

Welcome and congrats on your 189! Can you say a bit more about what your wife is concerned about? Are you already campers or is this new to her? I don't want to pry, just wondering generally what her experience is (and what her worries are) so maybe we can help dispel some of them and help you both have happy travels.

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2017 R-Pod 179 HRE (the green one)
His:Ford F150 double cab 4WD; Hers/mine:Tacoma V6 double cab 4WD
Still love rugged, diggin' comfy too

Posted By: flash
Date Posted: 02 May 2018 at 9:54pm

Her parents bought a TT 30 years ago, and have used it less than 10 nights. We do about four weeks of travel each year thru timeshares--I think she enjoys getting somewhere quickly, enjoying the week and then coming home. My guess is that she doesn't really know what camping will be like, but she's concerned we'll buy the trailer and never use it.

Posted By: Live2Camp
Date Posted: 05 May 2018 at 12:16pm

Originally posted by flash

Her parents bought a TT 30 years ago, and have used it less than 10 nights. We do about four weeks of travel each year thru timeshares--I think she enjoys getting somewhere quickly, enjoying the week and then coming home. My guess is that she doesn't really know what camping will be like, but she's concerned we'll buy the trailer and never use it.

I can see why she might be concerned given that record. OTOH, sounds like they kept their TT so maybe they're enjoying having it (none of my business of course, just musing!). Anyway ... sounds like you just need to be sure you go camping a lot :-)

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2017 R-Pod 179 HRE (the green one)
His:Ford F150 double cab 4WD; Hers/mine:Tacoma V6 double cab 4WD
Still love rugged, diggin' comfy too