R-pod Owners Forum : Love my Pod!! http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Love my Pod!! Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 16:12:47 +0000 Mon, 07 Feb 2011 12:46:20 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1577 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Love my Pod!! : hehe. Just call me The Enabler... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13508#13508 Author: waterlover63
Subject: 1577
Posted: 07 Feb 2011 at 12:46pm

hehe.  Just call me The Enabler :)]]> Mon, 07 Feb 2011 12:46:20 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13508#13508 Love my Pod!! : Now you have me thinking about... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13389#13389 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1577
Posted: 02 Feb 2011 at 4:52pm

Now you have me thinking about hanging bikes off the side of my minivan, suspended from the roof rack.  Hmmm.]]> Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:52:58 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13389#13389 Love my Pod!! : Love the rack!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13387#13387 Author: Gerald
Subject: 1577
Posted: 02 Feb 2011 at 1:11pm

Love the rack!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
I have the same truck, the rack is a great idea. Not just for the bikes and the boat but for carrying just about anything on top of the cap.
 
Welcome
]]> Wed, 02 Feb 2011 13:11:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13387#13387 Love my Pod!! : Pics of the rack at:http://pic... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13377#13377 Author: waterlover63
Subject: 1577
Posted: 01 Feb 2011 at 1:42pm

Pics of the rack at:

http://picasaweb.google.com/waterlover63/Rack#

The pictures of the rack on the truck are prior to the bike rail being added.

I guess I should introduce myself :)  I bought a 182G from Couch's in November.  The weather promptly turned nasty and I haven't been able to camp in my beautiful trailer.  I'm moving up from a converted utility trailer, so the RPod is the lap of luxury for me.

I travel for work and will be taking the trailer so that I can sleep in my own bed rather than a hotel.  On weekends, I head out for WV, PA, TN, GA for whitewater boating, hiking, biking. 

I have 3 or more dogs that travel with me.  The number of dogs varies with the fostering situation.

No mods to the Pod yet, but I'm looking over all the mods that have been done.

]]> Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:42:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13377#13377 Love my Pod!! : Welcome to the group, waterlover!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13376#13376 Author: Guests
Subject: 1577
Posted: 01 Feb 2011 at 1:38pm

Welcome to the group, waterlover!  "Newbies" are always good to see....you guys have new ideas and perspectives!  Bring on the pictures Smile.]]> Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:38:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13376#13376 Love my Pod!! : Welcome, waterlover! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13375#13375 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1577
Posted: 01 Feb 2011 at 12:24pm

Welcome, waterlover!]]> Tue, 01 Feb 2011 12:24:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13375#13375 Love my Pod!! : I'll start sorting through... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13374#13374 Author: waterlover63
Subject: 1577
Posted: 01 Feb 2011 at 10:05am

I'll start sorting through photos.  If all else fails, I'll go out after the storm passes through and get some pics.]]> Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:05:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13374#13374 Love my Pod!! : Would love to see pictures of... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13373#13373 Author: rpodcamper.com
Subject: 1577
Posted: 01 Feb 2011 at 10:03am

Would love to see pictures of your custom rack.]]> Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:03:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13373#13373 Love my Pod!! : Happy to see lots of other boaters... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13372#13372 Author: waterlover63
Subject: 1577
Posted: 01 Feb 2011 at 7:12am

Happy to see lots of other boaters on this forum!

I carry canoes, kayaks and bikes on a custom made rack.  The boats are above the truck cap.  The bikes sit on rails that are on either side of the truck cap.  I can try to track down pictures if anybody is interested.

]]> Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:12:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13372#13372 Love my Pod!! : Originally posted by KayakladyHi,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13371#13371 Author: Brin
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 10:12pm

Originally posted by Kayaklady

Hi, I'm a new pod owner and new RV owner too. Actually took my 176 home in August but as it happens didn't get out until October.  Like many of you, I am upgrading from the tent and this is my first RV. Am hoping to be able to camp and kayak in more comfort! Even in Florida heat is a wonderful thing in the winter. Have now been camping 3 times and learn a bit more each time. Am getting pretty adept at hitching and unhitching but still am challenged with the backing up step. Haven't done any modifications on it but am reading what others have done with great interest. Appreciate this site and organization and look forward to seeing you on the road!
 
Kayak Lady
This has helped my husband back up.  He has put a mark with white out on the tailgate instead of using the second ball on the hitch and matches it up to the ball on the tongue. 
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0016C5YF2/ref=asc_df_B0016C5YF21411564?tag=thefind0283908-20&creative=395261&creativeASIN=B0016C5YF2&linkCode=asn
 
We also like to kayak and ended up putting a topper on our F250 and using kayak racks on top.  Since the dog loves kayaking, it keeps everyone happy to be able to go.  Now just trying to figure out how to transport two bikes.  Craig is thinking about putting a bike rack on the front of the truck.   We will be a sight going down the road I am sure. 
]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 22:12:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13371#13371 Love my Pod!! : welcome to the group. I have family... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13370#13370 Author: Bridge707
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 9:28pm

welcome to the group. I have family there in the villages so who knows we may meet out that way one day.]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 21:28:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13370#13370 Love my Pod!! : I agree, I hadn't thought... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13369#13369 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 8:21pm

I agree, I hadn't thought of looking into replacing that window with one that opens.  Definitely want to see it.]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 20:21:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13369#13369 Love my Pod!! : Welcome kayak lady. An opening... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13363#13363 Author: sylviablue
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 6:18pm

Welcome kayak lady.  An opening rear window would be cool.  If anyone gets that mod I'd love to see it.]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:18:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13363#13363 Love my Pod!! : Thanks Ben & Lorrie for the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13362#13362 Author: Kayaklady
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 5:50pm

Thanks Ben & Lorrie for the tip. I usually have someone with me to help with the backing up step but think I'll add the stake and tape to my 'travel bag' just in case.  
 
 
]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 17:50:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13362#13362 Love my Pod!! : We love our 177 and have been... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13361#13361 Author: turncoat3
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 5:37pm

We love our 177 and have been out on several occasions before the winter set in. I am planning a trip to Charlotte in March for a few days.   I have found that I can center the trailer hitch while backing up by taping a green garden stake to the hitch crank so that I can see it out of the back window.  It does take some practice not to run into the hitch but at least it is centered and I do not have to go back and forth to center it.  It is a LOT cheaper that the fancy hitch guides and cameras on the market.  Glad to have you in the POD family.

]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 17:37:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13361#13361 Love my Pod!! : Welcome to the group and wish... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13359#13359 Author: Guests
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 4:20pm

Welcome to the group and wish you many happy travels in your Pod!
Backing up gets easier, the more you do it.  I'm always a little rusty the first trip or two out each year.  Rare is the person who gets it perfect on the first try Smile
]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 16:20:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13359#13359 Love my Pod!! : Welcome! We like to kayak too.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13355#13355 Author: marshwatcher
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 10:09am

Welcome! We like to kayak too. We are new at it and still learning on inflatables but do most of our kayaking around Amelia Island (near Jacksonville). Great to have another NEWBIE to the forum. ]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 10:09:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13355#13355 Love my Pod!! : Originally posted by KayakladyAm... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13352#13352 Author: psaman
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 9:48am

Originally posted by Kayaklady

Am getting pretty adept at hitching and unhitching but still am challenged with the backing up step.
 
Kayak Lady


I think backing up is probably challenging for most of us, but it will get better the more we do it...I hope!!!Smile
]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 09:48:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13352#13352 Love my Pod!! : Welcome to the world of podding.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13350#13350 Author: pmjensen
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 7:41am

Welcome to the world of podding.  We also have a 176 and enjoy it immensely.  We had it out this past weekend after about a month of not being out.  I hope you get as much enjoyment out of your as we have.  Again, Welcome]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 07:41:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13350#13350 Love my Pod!! : WOW! thanks for the welcome.How... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13349#13349 Author: Kayaklady
Subject: 1577
Posted: 31 Jan 2011 at 7:36am

WOW! thanks for the welcome. How great is it to hear from other kayakers who are Pod owners too. Hadn't thought about the rear window option. I carry my kayak on the car, a Toyota Venza. Also have some kayak buddies who travel with me. We have a three boat trailer and many times need a shuttle car so have planned to just take two cars when needed. ]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 07:36:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13349#13349 Love my Pod!! : Welcome! I'm new here, too,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13348#13348 Author: tpierce220
Subject: 1577
Posted: 30 Jan 2011 at 11:36pm

Welcome!  I'm new here, too, but I've learned a lot about these Pods.  I can't wait for warmer weather to take ours out.]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2011 23:36:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13348#13348 Love my Pod!! : Welcome to the site! We got a... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13346#13346 Author: rpodcamper.com
Subject: 1577
Posted: 30 Jan 2011 at 8:53pm

Welcome to the site!  We got a quote to replace our rear window with one that could open.  Cost was just under $300.00.  Still debating about if I want to do it.  Presently I'm pulling with a Dodge Ram and installing a cap on it next week to carry the kayaks.  ]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2011 20:53:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13346#13346 Love my Pod!! : Welcome! Several of us have talked... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13345#13345 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1577
Posted: 30 Jan 2011 at 8:24pm

Welcome!  Several of us have talked about wanting the rear window to open so we could slide kayaks inside.  Smile]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2011 20:24:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13345#13345 Love my Pod!! : Hi, I'm a new pod owner and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13343#13343 Author: Kayaklady
Subject: 1577
Posted: 30 Jan 2011 at 7:49pm

Hi, I'm a new pod owner and new RV owner too. Actually took my 176 home in August but as it happens didn't get out until October.  Like many of you, I am upgrading from the tent and this is my first RV. Am hoping to be able to camp and kayak in more comfort! Even in Florida heat is a wonderful thing in the winter. Have now been camping 3 times and learn a bit more each time. Am getting pretty adept at hitching and unhitching but still am challenged with the backing up step. Haven't done any modifications on it but am reading what others have done with great interest. Appreciate this site and organization and look forward to seeing you on the road!
 
Kayak Lady
]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2011 19:49:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1577&PID=13343#13343