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Interesting that they--and Hallmark--put it on a Power Wagon which Ram specifically forbids. They did add airbags and a rear sway bar although I'm sure the combo exceeds the GVWR and returns dreadful fuel mileage. The combo must work okay given how much they use it.

I'll add our love of paddling to the list. We have an older Navarro Egret (16 foot, fiberglass-wood) and had kayaks but much prefer the canoe. Most outings are local Cascade Lakes (Hosmer, Sparks and Waldo are favorites) and the Deschutes River, although we have also been to coastal bays, the...

A mirrorless camera battery weighs 2 to 3 oz depending on model, so it is not a problem to carry several (or use a battery grip) on an extended trip. Many variables in battery life. I get 300 to 2000 images depending on conditions. Sony tends to use a less powerful battery whereas Fuji, Lumix...

Here's another fun read about a film shooter progressing to digital. Also loving the Fujifilm X100T (similar to the X-T but with a fixed lens). "Once you’ve gotten the Id, the Ego, and the Superego out of the way, photographers’ personalities can be further distilled into three subcategories...

What do you guys do with the TPMS when you air down? Just let it give annoying warnings? And what do you use for airing up? Truck tires hold a lot of air and portable air compressors take forever.

Most of the tradeoffs have already been mentioned. If you are tall or there will be 2 or more people then a popup has more head room and more flexibility in bed orientation. Our popup fits nicely in an 8-foot bed with no rear overhang and includes a north-south bed that is very nice; plenty of...

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T2 (pre-order). A review by Karen Hutton. If I was building a new system this would probably be my choice. It should do great with auroras. As it is I use Micro Four Thirds (Olympus and Lumix) with which I am happy. Third choice if I had to have full-frame would be...

The EC-GZL appears to be an import of the GaZell, a French camper manufactured in Poland. A high-end model has a cost of around 30,000 €.

Interesting small truck option from Bend's EarthCruiser. Not many details yet such as price and availability. It looks nice although I have my doubts that the weight can be kept within reason. The bed layout looks dubious to me based on my experience with the XPCamper. I'll have to take a look...

Of course, the basic design is strong and most problems are minor. However, Hallmark is the "premium" choice who have been around a long time and claim that they have it all dialed in, and charge for it. Not so much with surprisingly poor components and build details.

Good job in spec'ing it out for your needs. The N-S bed is great and one reason we went with Hallmark. We asked for extra power outlets including a couple of USB ports, as well as a floor light which is great for the middle of the night. Things that were disappointing start with the cheap...

Another somewhat pricey wireless system was recently announced: https://pearlauto.com/rearvision The camera is solar powered and so does not require tapping into the car's power. The system uses a plug-in adapter for the OBD port which transmits to an app on your smart phone. This won't work...

It's a hypothetical question in that RVs are not cost effective. We can rationalize all we want but the bottom line is that we use them because of the vehicle-oriented lifestyle, not because of philosophy or economics. Most people in the RV market buy travel trailers or motor homes. Truck...

We were there in August last year during a drought. Good weather but very dusty and high fire danger. You could have driven the loop in early June last year but that was atypical. In a normal snow year like this one the road may be impassable until mid June because of downed trees and mud or...

Welcome! You're in an enviable position of knowing what camper you want and then choosing the truck to carry it. There are many truck choices depending on preference and availability--just like women! Also, there are many configurations and build options in pickups which affect payload and...

A fine travel blog with interesting observations and photos. I will add it to my news reader. A couple of comments about your setup. We also went with Hallmark and are generally satisfied with the camper but have found their customer service to be fair at best and nonexistent at worst. Part of...

It will be interesting to see how well the Scotland map for the Delorme Earthmate app works for you. Another source of digital maps that I know are good come from RouteBuddy, a British company; maps for iOS, OS X and Windows.

Wolfhound, from what you describe the PW sounds like a good fit. The compliant suspension and high COG are the primary reasons to avoid a slide-in camper. Otherwise it is a great truck. Sent from my Nexus 4 using Wander The West mobile app

We use a Zodi i.hut which is somewhat fussy to set up because of the long, shock-corded poles but is sturdy, functional and easy to move. It comes with a separate floor sheet for dirty areas or it can be used without the floor on grass. The door zips closed, there are pockets inside to hold...

Zodi i.hut set up beside our outdoor shower.

Just noticed this discussion. I installed an OEM camera in 2014 in the same location as turn_one after not finding any OEM-compatible aftermarket systems. I kept the tailgate camera intact for when I off-load the camper. Installation was relatively straightforward and it is nice to have...

Weight ratings are a nebulous subject given that the manufacturers will not tell us exactly on what they base them. Some experts will say never to exceed the GVWR while others have no problem doing so. Looking at truck specs it was apparent to me that few half-ton trucks can technically carry a...

We have used both the Explorer and SE models. Although the Explorer does not replace a handheld GPS receiver by a long stretch, I find that its added functions are worth the price especially the ability to set and load waypoints and tracks, and to see them on the device relative to current...

Happened to me several times this morning. I have never seen this error before in many years and scores of forums.

My camper is a Hallmark purchased in Colorado, not a FWC, although the registration should be determined by the state where the owner lives. Both a pop-up and a truck camper are defined by statute as recreational vehicles, but height is one factor in determining if it needs to be registered...