Thursday, March 23, 2023

Flagstaff 228BHSE (Sports Edition) Pop-Up Camper

I have been known to inspect RVs at DFW area dealerships. At these shops, I have captured videos on $400,000 Class A motorhomes to significantly more modest $15,000 travel trailers. In this new video series I look at Tent Pop-Up Campers. I've never checked out this class of RV before until I visited Western Campers in Fort Worth, Texas.

Tent campers are popular for several reasons:

1) Price - They are quite affordable. Many under $20,000.
2) Weight - They can be towed by many cars, small SUVs and trucks.
3) Aerodynamic - They aren't very tall. Typically shorter in height than the tow vehicle. So they cut through the air. You can see around them. Making travel less irritating.
4) Economical - Since they offer less wind resistance. They save campers money on fuel and energy.
5) Better Than a Tent? - For many a tent camper or pop-up trailer is a step up. You aren't sleeping on the ground if you were in a tent. Some models offer amenities such as toilets, stoves, air conditioners and even showers. Amazing!

Link to YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/8fI1rKVNTWE

Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Texas Spring Break Camping Adventure at Lake Mineral Wells State Park

Last week, I went camping at Lake Mineral Wells State Park. In this video I talk about my camping, hiking and biking experience. I had a lot of fun. My wife, not so much. Annie suffered through allergies. I also comment about the quality of the bathrooms and showers. This park is 60 miles west of Fort Worth and is hard to get a space at. So I split 5 days at two spots. You gotta do what you gotta do to go camping Lake Mineral Wells State Park.

RV Rooftop Solar and MPPT Upgrades


I have dreams of more rooftop solar and an MPPT charge controller. Dare to dream! Feel free to contact me if you can help me with my installation in 2023. Thanks.