My wife and I (mid 60ish) want to (well really me more than her) get off the beaten path. I just sold a small Lance Travel Trailer which we towed behind a Grand Cherokee. I also have owned a small Class C in the past and a tent trailer. Having tried them all, I think I am ready for a 4x4 truck and popup camper. I don't have a truck, so it's a start from scratch thing. I am leaning towards a 2015 Chevy 4x4 Crew Cab with a short bed (6'-5"). We live in a big city, so I really don't want the length of a full side bed, but I also need a full back seat. Diesel or Gas? I'm leaning towards diesel because, aside from the upfront expense, it seems like the best option for range, mileage and durability.
I have have come to the conclusion that a popup makes a lot of sense because: 1. I get a truck!
2. I get a 4x4 truck! 3. Don't need ultra fancy because part of the strategy is to mix remote boondocking and campsite travel (Four Corners, Utah, Sierra Nevadas, Northern Canada) with motel stays. Mix it up.
I do require an inside shower and a fold up or curtain protected toilet area. Also want the usual comfort amenities: refrig. heat, stove top (with oven if possible).
I was looking online at the Hawk or Grandby with the inside shower option. The Grandby would hang over, but that seems okay from what I have read. I like the idea of the extra space.
One additional bit of help: My garage door clearance is about 104" I can't find out any real world clearance information with a four wheel camper on a stock Chevy or other 3/4 ton 4x4 truck. I think clearance may be close.
I have looked online at Hallmark Campers also, but based on my boondocking/motel strategy, I don't think I really need to go fancier. Although I do like the North/South option offered by Hallmark and the fold up shower/toilet option as well.
I appreciate your thoughts.
I have have come to the conclusion that a popup makes a lot of sense because: 1. I get a truck!
2. I get a 4x4 truck! 3. Don't need ultra fancy because part of the strategy is to mix remote boondocking and campsite travel (Four Corners, Utah, Sierra Nevadas, Northern Canada) with motel stays. Mix it up.
I do require an inside shower and a fold up or curtain protected toilet area. Also want the usual comfort amenities: refrig. heat, stove top (with oven if possible).
I was looking online at the Hawk or Grandby with the inside shower option. The Grandby would hang over, but that seems okay from what I have read. I like the idea of the extra space.
One additional bit of help: My garage door clearance is about 104" I can't find out any real world clearance information with a four wheel camper on a stock Chevy or other 3/4 ton 4x4 truck. I think clearance may be close.
I have looked online at Hallmark Campers also, but based on my boondocking/motel strategy, I don't think I really need to go fancier. Although I do like the North/South option offered by Hallmark and the fold up shower/toilet option as well.
I appreciate your thoughts.