R-pod Owners Forum : Hybrid campers https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Reviews and General Information : Hybrid campers Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 02:27:46 +0000 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 14:34:37 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=5765 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Hybrid campers : One of our EZ-ups was damaged... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56317#56317 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5765
Posted: 03 Feb 2015 at 2:34pm

One of our EZ-ups was damaged slightly after rolling down the beach because we didn't secure it, but no issues in many years since then.  If it is windy we secure them, if it is too windy we take them down.  I'd say the dome is about the same - if it gets too windy you need to take it down.

]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2015 14:34:37 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56317#56317 Hybrid campers : I would think the r-dome would... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56316#56316 Author: podvader
Subject: 5765
Posted: 03 Feb 2015 at 1:15pm

I would think the r-dome would handle wind and such better wouldn't it?  I have had an ez-up wrecked in a windy day.  Is it just the faster setup you like with the ez-up or the ability to move it around to find the best spot?]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2015 13:15:02 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56316#56316 Hybrid campers : For weekends we would almost... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56314#56314 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5765
Posted: 03 Feb 2015 at 12:47pm

For weekends we would almost always use our EZ-ups.  Still something to put up and take down, but it has more flexibility.  If your campsite slopes, has boulders or close trees, you may not be able to put up the dome.  We would set up the dome if we knew it would rain all weekend (although we often still just used the EZ-ups and added sides), or for week-long trips.]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2015 12:47:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56314#56314 Hybrid campers : Thanks podster. I actually love... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56307#56307 Author: podvader
Subject: 5765
Posted: 03 Feb 2015 at 10:00am

Thanks podster.  I actually love camp setup.  I have always loved setting up tents and such so you better believe that r-dome will go up for even 1 night stays!   Now taking tents down...well...yeah....not so fun....but honestly the r-dome is 50% of the reason I am considering the r-pod.  If most of you really find it a pain for short stays that is a little alarming as my camping is nearly always 2-3 nights at most.

Thanks again!
]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2015 10:00:23 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56307#56307 Hybrid campers : Originally posted by podvaderThanks... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56304#56304 Author: Podster
Subject: 5765
Posted: 03 Feb 2015 at 7:08am

Originally posted by podvader

Thanks for the feedback.  My only counter is that I cannot imagine camping without the r-dome and I think the r-dome will actually take longer than popping out bunk ends.  It also carries the same need to let it dry out.

I do understand the disadvantages while sleeping though...and I appreciate the replies.

What you say is true, however, the R-Dome an in option while camping, usually reserved for longer stays and rarely deployed for a night or two. 

Good luck Sir with your decision, at the end of the day camping is camping and it's all good. Smile
]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2015 07:08:06 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56304#56304 Hybrid campers : I like what Outbound and techntrek... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56301#56301 Author: funks
Subject: 5765
Posted: 02 Feb 2015 at 11:07pm

I like what Outbound and techntrek pionted out. I had a tent trailer for many years before getting a 179 and locking my goods in the r.pod is a lot better than any canvas encloser.]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2015 23:07:27 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56301#56301 Hybrid campers : Originally posted by OutboundAfter... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56293#56293 Author: Podster
Subject: 5765
Posted: 02 Feb 2015 at 7:19pm

Originally posted by Outbound

After owning a tent trailer, anything involving tenting or requiring any sort of setup was out of the question.  Also, I've had my lifetime fill of fiddling with wet tenting during and after rain.

My requirements were simple: I wanted to be able to stop, open the door, go inside, make dinner, use the bathroom and flop into bed.  If that happened to be at a secluded lakeside campsite, a crowded KOA at a major vacation destination or in a Walmart parking lot, so be it.

Well said, Sir.
]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2015 19:19:11 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56293#56293 Hybrid campers : Thanks for the feedback. My only... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56292#56292 Author: podvader
Subject: 5765
Posted: 02 Feb 2015 at 7:13pm

Thanks for the feedback.  My only counter is that I cannot imagine camping without the r-dome and I think the r-dome will actually take longer than popping out bunk ends.  It also carries the same need to let it dry out.

I do understand the disadvantages while sleeping though...and I appreciate the replies.
]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2015 19:13:23 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56292#56292 Hybrid campers : +1 to what Outbound said! I'll... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56285#56285 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5765
Posted: 02 Feb 2015 at 6:06pm

+1 to what Outbound said!  I'll add that we like to sleep in and the pod was much quieter in the morning compared to the popup we had before it.]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2015 18:06:40 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56285#56285 Hybrid campers : After owning a tent trailer, anything... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56284#56284 Author: Outbound
Subject: 5765
Posted: 02 Feb 2015 at 5:43pm

After owning a tent trailer, anything involving tenting or requiring any sort of setup was out of the question.  Also, I've had my lifetime fill of fiddling with wet tenting during and after rain.

My requirements were simple: I wanted to be able to stop, open the door, go inside, make dinner, use the bathroom and flop into bed.  If that happened to be at a secluded lakeside campsite, a crowded KOA at a major vacation destination or in a Walmart parking lot, so be it.
]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2015 17:43:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56284#56284 Hybrid campers : Ok, so after a year of discussion,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5765&PID=56273#56273 Author: podvader
Subject: 5765
Posted: 02 Feb 2015 at 1:44pm

Ok, so after a year of discussion, feedback and research I did decide on my r-pod model.  The one thing that has me hesitating a little bit is the possibility of going the hybrid route.  I am curious if any of you came from, considered or moved on to a hybrid travel trailer?

Hybrid cons:  
-  about 1000# heavier and a foot wider, a more substantial tow for sure
-  trying to separate fact from fiction on leaking bunk ends
-  no r-dome!!!!!!
-  roof maintenance
-  no cool factor or rpod owners group
-  larger frontal area = rougher tow

Hybrid pros:
-  full bathroom...nice!
-  much more interior storage
-  more interior space
-  much larger fridge
-  ducted, quieter AC.


I would be purchasing the 182g so I am eliminating the whole canvas idea as a negative.  If I don't open the ends I basically have a 182g.  A dinette bed I will need to convert.  That is how we will camp if my wife is with me (half the time)...I would sleep under canvas every time.  We have two teenage boys that join us 1 - 2 times per season.

I know that many of you have 1/2 ton trucks or similar so you at least had the option to step up 1k in trailer weight.   Has anyone towed both and was it a huge difference?  Do the dual axles make up for the extra weight?  Did you consider a hybrid and why did you dismiss it?


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