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Rv Camping Trailer Tips And Whether You Should Rent Or Buy Trailer

Here’s A Quick List Of All The Essential Things To Bring Within The Camping Trailer

While preparing for camping can be exciting, parking all your necessary gear could prove to be overwhelming. However, doing this will help reduce stress. Below is a checklist to follow when packing your necessary gears.  Plus if you should rent or buy your rv camping trailer for the first time.

 

Here’s 27 Must Haves for Camping In A Trailer

  1. Electrical hookup cords

  2. Emergency kit

  3. Mobile hotspot  and signal boost equipment

  4. Sewer hose

  5. Beddings

  6. Window curtains

  7. Towels

  8. Cleaning supplies

  9. Medications

  10. Personal electronics

  11. Books and DVDS for entertainment

  12. Cups, Dishes

  13. Can and cup openers

  14. Coffee pots

  15. Cutting boards and knives

  16. Silverware

  17. Food items

  18. Toiletries

  19. Trailer friendly toilet paper

  20. Toilet chemicals

  21. Outdoor furniture

  22. Extra LED lights

  23. Outdoor games

  24. Citronella candles

  25. Napkins

  26. Coffee and mugs

  27. Auxiliary TV connection cable

Generally, you can categories these gears into;

  • Kitchen supplies

  • The trailer essentials

  • Food staples

  • Clothes and bedroom items

  • Personal items

  • Camping and outdoor gears

 

 

  1. What Makes A Great Trailer

Camping trailers are referred to by some as mobile vacation homes. As a result, like the rest of the houses and even importantly, they should be maintained in a fit condition because any mechanical problem makes it useless for the purpose. A good camping trailer must be sleek, contain fantastic amenities that help your road trip fun, and is made with a modern look. Below are some of the qualities that make a great trailer.

 

  • Strong and durable

One example of a camping trailer in this category is the Bowlus brand, first introduced in 1934. Engineer Hawly Bowlus constructed the model to use to transport aviation crews to remote locations. Today, most people use this trailer with high technology, including lithium battery power, inbuilt charging stations, cellular data booster and a polished design for camping.

 

 

  • Stylish

Happier Camper HC1 ultra light trailer belongs to this category. It weighs about 1500 pounds and therefore it is easy to tow it behind the regular vehicles. This makes it the best for retreats. The long cabin is designed such that it can adapt to any form of adventure.  It has seats, tables, kitchen hardware, kayaks, a bikes room and other needed gear.  It also has a raising option for better ground clearance, and above all, you can park it in any garage because they fit in almost all of them.

 

 

  • Cosy

Nest Airstream is one of them and is made of silver aluminium all around. It comes with a lot of the needed amenities you will only see in a bigger trailer. It has LED lighting, propane tank, fridge, microwave, chairs and bedding system. 

 

 

  • Eco-friendly

The Safari Condo Alto R-series

 

This is made from lightweight materials and therefore is more efficient and easy to transport. It is a full packed trailer with the necessary amenities like the kitchen, the bathroom and dining space.

 

 

  1. Renting Or Buying A Camping Trailer

With such questions in mind, there are some considerations to look for before you decide to buy or rent. Below are some of the things to consider.

 

  • How often do you go camping

If you happen to go camping once a year, the best thing you can do is rent a trailer. However, if you go for three or more trips in a year, it is better to have your own. 

 

 

  • The number behind it

When you look at the cost of renting a trailer, it is clear that the cost raises every year for the same model. Comparing this cost against buying a new trailer will help you decide whether the best option is to rent or own one. For instance, in 2020, a used 208 trailer would cost $9795, which was 8785 in 2019. The difference is $1000, which is for a single trip. By considering these numbers, you will see which one is more economical and choose that option.

 

 

Pros Of Renting A Camping Trailer

  • You have the option to try a different model each time you go camping

  • You do not incur depreciation, licensing costs, maintenance and storage costs

  • At the end of the trip, you would have memories and take nice pictures like you would have done with a personal trailer

 

 

(Cons)

  • There are limited models to choose from

  • The features in these renters are basic

  • You have to pick it, pack it, clean it and return it to the owner

  • You are charged renting fee

 

 

Pros Of Buying A Trailer

  • It offers many models to choose from

  • Many options come with it, like showers and bike racks.

  • The model does not change in a year unless you are buying a different one

  • Your gear is always in the trailer, and therefore you take the shortest time to prepare for the trip

  • At the end of the journey, you would have made memories and taken nice pictures. 

 

 

(Cons)

  • The depreciation, maintenance, licensing, and storage costs are high

  • You will be using the same model unless you purchase a different one

 

 

  1. What To Expect Living In A Trailer For A While

Extending your stay camping can be dangerous sometimes and turns the whole adventurous journey into a nightmare. However, with good preparation, you will be guaranteed an enjoyable trip and camping all through. Below are some of a few things you will expect living in a trailer for a while;

 

  • You will need more money

Most of the campers carry their food with them. But when the time is extended, you might run out of food and will need to purchase more. The same applies to laundry because the change machine in the trailer uses coins. 

 

 

  • A change of shoes frequently

Most of the time, your camping site is close to a muddy place, and you cannot control your kids from getting muddy. The shoes you carry must be enough to avoid having mud all over the trailer.

 

  • Expect mixing up of keys

Coming with command hooks will help in opening the doors. These hooks help such that you cannot use a different one on the other door. After staying for a while camping, you might confuse the keys, which will inconvenience your stay.

 

To sum up, camping is one of the best ways to see the world. Not only do camping trailers help you to visit incredible places, but they also serve you as your home on the road. However, when you plan for your camping trip, ensure that you have all the necessary gear and make the right decision on whether to rent or buy a camping trailer.