R-pod Owners Forum : New owner to-be! http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : New owner to-be! Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 02 May 2026 23:27:22 +0000 Fri, 16 Jun 2017 10:21:04 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=9359 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ New owner to-be! : Congratulations! We made the plunge... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=95076#95076 Author: GlueGuy
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Posted: 16 Jun 2017 at 10:21am

Congratulations! We made the plunge last year (we also have a 179), and we are on tap to do a trip starting tomorrow. ]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2017 10:21:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=95076#95076 New owner to-be! : Well, I officially own a new 179!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=95072#95072 Author: YODT
Subject: 9359
Posted: 16 Jun 2017 at 9:05am

Well, I officially own a new 179!  Brought it home to Texas last weekend after a few nights backpacking in southern Colorado.  It's just sitting in the backyard, staring at me, waiting for adventure.  I'll start some basic mods tomorrow if I can get over the fear of breaking or permanently marring something.  Then in July the first trip with my wife & dog.  Can't wait - thanks to all for the many helpful and creative posts, I have learned so much!  But there's no teacher like experience...]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2017 09:05:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=95072#95072 New owner to-be! : Originally posted by YODTWe... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88556#88556 Author: Neserk
Subject: 9359
Posted: 26 Feb 2017 at 7:29pm

Originally posted by YODT

We rented from Mike at http://durangorvrentals.com and camped on the Conejos river.


Thank you!  I found a site called "RV Share" and sure enough, you can find people who rent their travel trailers, and at a reasonable rate!   I did some searching and found an R-Pod for rent, too.   Definitely want to take one camping as rental, first! 
]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2017 19:29:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88556#88556 New owner to-be! : We rented from Mike at http://durangorvrentals.com... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88554#88554 Author: YODT
Subject: 9359
Posted: 26 Feb 2017 at 7:12pm

We rented from Mike at http://durangorvrentals.com and camped on the Conejos river.]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2017 19:12:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88554#88554 New owner to-be! : Originally posted by YODTHi... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88545#88545 Author: Neserk
Subject: 9359
Posted: 26 Feb 2017 at 5:57pm

Originally posted by YODT

Hi all!  I finally ordered my RP-179 from Holiday RV in Southfork CO for pickup in June (it will be available in April but hey, schedules happen!).  My wife and I rented one last summer and it was our first trailer camping experience - she LOVED it so that gave me the green light.  We both like to fly fish (have I mentioned how lucky I am?) a lot so most of our trips will be centered on that.  If any of you have advice on how to actually plan 1-3 week vacations, mostly boondocking, I'd be happy for any advice.  I am an experienced tent camper but this will require a different level of planning!

thanks!  dt


You can rent R-Pods?   Would love to do that.   I've only seen RV's for rent and they are crazy expensive for a 3-4 day rental.  

Congrats on your new purchase.  Look forward to hearing about your travels. 
]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2017 17:57:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88545#88545 New owner to-be! : Thanks http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88285#88285 Author: Bobr
Subject: 9359
Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 10:58pm

Thanks]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2017 22:58:01 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88285#88285 New owner to-be! : YODT,Welcome to another fly fisherman... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88280#88280 Author: Ira
Subject: 9359
Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 8:58pm

YODT,   Welcome to another fly fisherman and your wife. Just purchased our 179 last fall, and had one trip before winterizing. My wife also loved it. Am headed out soon for 2-3 weeks of fly fishing and rpodding.]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2017 20:58:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88280#88280 New owner to-be! : What engine do you have in your... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88278#88278 Author: StephenH
Subject: 9359
Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 8:36pm

What engine do you have in your 2012 Escape? If you have anything other than the 3L V6 and the factory tow package, then forget about it. See this guide from Ford for details:
http://www.ford.com/resources/ford/general/pdf/towingguides/12FLRVTT_EscapeJul1.pdf

In addition to the trailer tow package, you will need to install a trailer brake controller. The Escape is not pre-wired for this, so you will need to order both the controller and the installation kit. You will be able to tow with the Escape, but you will likely find out that you want something with more power. The 179 and 180 push the top end of the Escape's capabilities. I have a 4L V6 in the Frontier we use now and it has a 6,100 lb tow limit. I find it to be limited, especially at higher elevations. The Escape will be okay at low elevations and relatively mild hills. However, it will be lacking at higher elevations and steeper climbs.
]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2017 20:36:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88278#88278 New owner to-be! : there is one guy that has used... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88263#88263 Author: mjlrpod
Subject: 9359
Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 6:35pm

there is one guy that has used an escape as a t.v.  He seemed to think it was ok. Im sure he'll give you some feedback shortly 

]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2017 18:35:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88263#88263 New owner to-be! : I would like to purchase the 180... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88262#88262 Author: Bobr
Subject: 9359
Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 6:13pm

I would like to purchase the 180 rpod and pull it with a 2012 Ford Escape. I have the trailer package on the vehicle. Has anyone done this? Has anyone experienced problems in doing this?


Thank you
]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2017 18:13:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88262#88262 New owner to-be! : i tried fly fishing before.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88213#88213 Author: mjlrpod
Subject: 9359
Posted: 20 Feb 2017 at 10:53am


i tried fly fishing before. I'm a catch and release guy though. Problem is, i cant seem to get the flies off the hook without killing them, so i stopped.  heh, welcome 

]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2017 10:53:03 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88213#88213 New owner to-be! : Welcome to the group!! Congrats... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88211#88211 Author: Leo B
Subject: 9359
Posted: 20 Feb 2017 at 10:35am

Welcome to the group!! Congrats on your 179!!]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2017 10:35:35 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88211#88211 New owner to-be! : Hi all! I finally ordered my RP-179... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9359&PID=88208#88208 Author: YODT
Subject: 9359
Posted: 20 Feb 2017 at 9:27am

Hi all!  I finally ordered my RP-179 from Holiday RV in Southfork CO for pickup in June (it will be available in April but hey, schedules happen!).  My wife and I rented one last summer and it was our first trailer camping experience - she LOVED it so that gave me the green light.  We both like to fly fish (have I mentioned how lucky I am?) a lot so most of our trips will be centered on that.  If any of you have advice on how to actually plan 1-3 week vacations, mostly boondocking, I'd be happy for any advice.  I am an experienced tent camper but this will require a different level of planning!

thanks!  dt
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