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Subject: 9464
Posted: 23 Mar 2017 at 12:30pm

Originally posted by Irish Tom

I use the receiver on the back of my 178 RPOD to carry two bikes and have never had a problem.

I do not have the "recommended" bike rack that Forest River pushes.

Have had several people look at the construction and welding of the receiver and all felt it was adequate to carry two bikes. I have recently purchased a BAL under carriage RV rack to carry the spare tire.

Irish Tom

2015 178 RPod

2014 Ford Explorer

Good to know. Thanks. I've read of others having no issues either.

I've actually convinced myself to give it a shot with my cheaper greenway bike. It's just a single bike carrier so I don't expect problems. I may throw a gopro up and see how much it bounces just for piece of mind.

]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2017 12:30:04 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89734#89734 New Guy with a 179 : I use the receiver on the back... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89733#89733 Author: Irish Tom
Subject: 9464
Posted: 23 Mar 2017 at 12:22pm

I use the receiver on the back of my 178 RPOD to carry two bikes and have never had a problem.

I do not have the "recommended" bike rack that Forest River pushes.

Irish Tom

2015 178 RPod

2014 Ford Explorer

]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2017 12:22:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89733#89733 New Guy with a 179 : Originally posted by rawest50Did... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89545#89545 Author: deebeetn
Subject: 9464
Posted: 20 Mar 2017 at 3:48pm

Originally posted by rawest50

Did you get sway control and load leveling for you hitch? If not you might want to consider it. Nice rig. Looks exactly like mine. We are using ours for the first trip this coming weekend.

Like you I have order all kinds of stuff.

I didn't get sway control yet but I'm considering it. It towed fine even a little over 70. A little bit of wobble through rough construction on 75 coming up the mountain but no real issues. It actually sits pretty level. That picture is a bit deceiving. ]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2017 15:48:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89545#89545 New Guy with a 179 : Did you get sway control and load... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89543#89543 Author: rawest50
Subject: 9464
Posted: 20 Mar 2017 at 3:42pm

Did you get sway control and load leveling for you hitch? If not you might want to consider it. Nice rig. Looks exactly like mine. We are using ours for the first trip this coming weekend.

Like you I have order all kinds of stuff.]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2017 15:42:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89543#89543 New Guy with a 179 : Maiden voyage https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89540#89540 Author: deebeetn
Subject: 9464
Posted: 20 Mar 2017 at 3:07pm

Maiden voyage

]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2017 15:07:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89540#89540 New Guy with a 179 : Originally posted by rawest50Big... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89539#89539 Author: deebeetn
Subject: 9464
Posted: 20 Mar 2017 at 3:06pm

Originally posted by rawest50

Big South Fork River. I grew up in Oneida.

Hey, cool! Small world.

]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2017 15:06:40 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89539#89539 New Guy with a 179 : Big South Fork River. I grew... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89534#89534 Author: rawest50
Subject: 9464
Posted: 20 Mar 2017 at 2:52pm

Big South Fork River. I grew up in Oneida.]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2017 14:52:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89534#89534 New Guy with a 179 : Originally posted by silva75We... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89510#89510 Author: deebeetn
Subject: 9464
Posted: 20 Mar 2017 at 8:37am

Originally posted by silva75

We take delivery of our 179 today! My wife and daughters are super excited, we are not retired but we aren't waiting any longer.

Bike Rack: I believe the spare tire releases from the 1" receiver hitch already on the Rpod. I believe you can find a 1" to 2" adapter to fit any existing bike rack you already have. I will do some searching and get back to you.

Congrats! I loved using mine this weekend. Didn't dewinterize but I stayed dry in an inch of rain and warm on a 30 degree night.

I have a 1up rack that will fit but I fear the warnings from both the Forest River and 1up. The rack is very stable so no bouncing and I have no doubt it would work but don't want to risk damage to a rack, bike, or people following from a cracked weld or frame. I've considered trying it and getting a friend to follow but haven't had the chance yet.

]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2017 08:37:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89510#89510 New Guy with a 179 : We take delivery of our 179 today!... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89509#89509 Author: silva75
Subject: 9464
Posted: 20 Mar 2017 at 8:27am

We take delivery of our 179 today! My wife and daughters are super excited, we are not retired but we aren't waiting any longer.

]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2017 08:27:24 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89509#89509 New Guy with a 179 : Originally posted by bikeellaHi... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89352#89352 Author: deebeetn
Subject: 9464
Posted: 16 Mar 2017 at 8:37pm

Originally posted by bikeella

Hi New Guy!

I just bought a 2017 178 model. I live in Colorado now and just moved from Knoxville TN last year. I have been to Big South Fork on mountain bike trips and slept in a tent. I just found this forum today , so will have a bunch of questions I'm sure. I bought my 178 on ebay from Iowa. I am now arranging to have it transported to me. I need to buy some anti sway bars cause the wind out here is insane! I want to buy a solar panel as well , so will be looking for some advice. I kind of miss east TN, but don't miss the winters and summers! Much nice out here with the sun shining all the time.

I'm itching to ride Grand Gap this weekend but hiking it and relaxing around a fire may have to do. I'm hoping I can talk a buddy in to coming up and bringing my bike though. I'll get the bike thing figured out promptly.

]]> Thu, 16 Mar 2017 20:37:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89352#89352 New Guy with a 179 : Hi New Guy!I just bought a 2017... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89351#89351 Author: bikeella
Subject: 9464
Posted: 16 Mar 2017 at 8:25pm

Hi New Guy!

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Subject: 9464
Posted: 16 Mar 2017 at 6:56pm

Welcome and Congrats!!]]> Thu, 16 Mar 2017 18:56:30 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89346#89346 New Guy with a 179 : Originally posted by jillanmikeI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89324#89324 Author: deebeetn
Subject: 9464
Posted: 16 Mar 2017 at 6:45am

Originally posted by jillanmike

I just got one last week, it's my first trailer too, I've always been a tent camper as well. Have fun

It will be a change but one I'm certain I can get used to. There's lows of around 30 and a bit of overnight rain forcast for this weekend. That would have kept me from going in a tent. Not in the camper though!

Enjoy!

]]> Thu, 16 Mar 2017 06:45:44 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89324#89324 New Guy with a 179 : I just got one last week, it's... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89322#89322 Author: jillanmike
Subject: 9464
Posted: 16 Mar 2017 at 12:00am

I just got one last week, it's my first trailer too, I've always been a tent camper as well. Have fun]]> Thu, 16 Mar 2017 00:00:09 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89322#89322 New Guy with a 179 : A few days ago, I saw a couple... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89260#89260 Author: StephenH
Subject: 9464
Posted: 15 Mar 2017 at 9:21am

A few days ago, I saw a couple of women stop and take pictures of our 2016 RP-17. I stepped outside and offered to give them a tour. They were surprised, but happy that they could take a look at it. I gave Forest River's R-Pod web site information so they could look up more. Even with our R-Pod emptied out in preparation for going to the factory for repair, they were impressed. Who knows? It may lead to another R-Pod owner in the future. Big smile

]]> Wed, 15 Mar 2017 09:21:21 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89260#89260 New Guy with a 179 : Congratulations...we are new 2017.5... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89243#89243 Author: Steve 911
Subject: 9464
Posted: 14 Mar 2017 at 10:27pm

Congratulations...we are new 2017.5 179 owners also, and so far, it has been a pleasant experience.

Right now, we keep it on our driveway and at least 2 or 3 times a day someone driving by stops to ask questions and remark how nice it looks. Forest River should be paying me advertising royalties...lol

My recent mods. were, adding a voltmeter and a 120 watt suitcase solar pkg., and purchased a cover.

You are correct, this forum is a wealth of information and friendly people...

Good luck,

Steve

]]> Tue, 14 Mar 2017 22:27:55 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89243#89243 New Guy with a 179 : Hello!First let me say that I've... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9464&PID=89242#89242 Author: deebeetn
Subject: 9464
Posted: 14 Mar 2017 at 9:38pm

Hello!

First let me say that I've found a lot of useful info on this forum, as others have stated. I pick up a brand new 2017.5 179 at 1pm tomorrow. I'm overly excited about it. This will be my first travel trailer as I have always been a tent camper. I never imagined I'd be a "glamper" Wink

. I'm still 20+ years from retirement so I'll be limited to a weekend warrior and week long trips but looking forward to it.

I had shipments of 25+ items show up today with everything from leveling blocks to shelving rods. That was part of the fun! I've got some electronics that I want to add; 12v sockets, bayite display to start. Again, thanks to this forum for info that I found on these. I mountain bike and the pod is taking my hitch so need to come up with a different way to haul it, without breaking the bank, the pod or the bike.

A Renogy solar system connected to the Zamp SAE plug isn't too far off! I'm looking forward to some boondocking.

It's cold again here in East Tennessee but I'm off to Big South Fork on Friday for the first trip. Decided to go with hookups for the first trip but may run on batteries for a while with the shore power "safety net".

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