2021 Basecamp 20 Tour

[@edsweb7]

Best and most honest reviews. Camera perspective is the best I've seen in 6 years of watching these type of reviews. Color, contrast, cropping, etc. always great. Brilliant photo journalism. You're very conscious with the products and aspects of the subject. You Kat's just convinced me to go after this model, when it's time. Thank You both.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Well you are very complimentary and we thank you for noticing our hard work. We hope we are helping you pick out just the right RV for you. There are so many factors and its a big decision. Let us know if we can help. Thanks for watching

[@duckiegirl58]

Love! I would have been happy with 8+" less in the back eating/sleeping to have a longer kitchen counter and sink in the bathroom. Love that back door!!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Yes we agree, we can never have too much kitchen. It is a very cool trailer. Thanks for watching

[@kevince8520]

I just picked mine up a few weeks ago (also ordered last October). I’ve taken it out a couple weekends. I agree: 1. Cushions in the front dinette are a little annoying. They don’t fit nice enough below the bench. 2. It is a little too dark because of tinted windows. I need all the lights on even in the middle of a sunny day. 3. Needs a foldout table on side of kitchen. Counter space is not enough. I might try to install myself. Overall though, I love it! So functional and fits my needs. Can’t wait to take out to more remote off-the-beaten path places.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Wow that's exciting. We are glad to hear you love your's. Also it's a bummer about the cushions and I was worried about the darkness as using the lights is going to be a drain on your electric and putting in a folding counter would be a great idea. Let us know how that goes. We love hearing from owners about your experiences so thanks for sharing and for watching

[@bruceclyne5254]

Greetings from Alabama. Nice job in presentation and videography. Best wishes and keep on rolling!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Hey there, nice to have you. We love Alabama and have made a few videos from there. Glad you liked this one and we hope to be back in Alabama soon. Thanks for watching

[@hgordonf]

Great review !! You guys are always the best. I loved the layout of the two living areas. I loved the kitchen. I didn't like so much the unusual upper rail storage systems, the windowless dark back living area, the difficult bed-making, the dark plexi doors on the cabinets (they take up storage room because they are not flush with sides of the openings), and, as you pointed out, the awkward window opening devices. Thank you all so much for the detailed & honest review !!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Glad you liked it, thanks for the kind words. We love Airstreams to but there is always room for improvement we think. Nothing is perfect and as we always say it's all about what you are willing to give to get. We love the uniqueness of this rig but don't see it being the one for us. We just love showing you the exciting ones. Thanks for watching

[@ftkinsella]

Very nice rig but then again look at the manufacture. This is well made and beautiful. Cheers!!!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Glad you liked it, we do love an Airstream. Thanks for watching

[@patricialmt5272]

I really like your reviews! We are solo travels health care workers . This is the trailer we are getting it ! For long weekend's

[@DoesSizeMatter]

We are glad to hear it. It's super exciting you are getting the Basecamp. It is very cool and you will have lots of fun in it. Let us know where you go first. We love hearing about it. Thanks for watching

[@notoriousjdj]

This is the trailer that initially piqued my interest in RVs and started my search. I watched A LOT of your videos before I pulled the trigger, and I ended up going with a Nucamp T@B 400BD. Watching this video now, I’m really glad I did! I love the look and solid build of Airstreams, but Nucamp seems to make a much smarter use of space, which allowed me to feel comfortable going with something smaller than 20ft. Also, for the price, I think the Basecamp should include more conveniences/comforts like the Nautilus water system and Alde heating, which really sealed the deal for me on the T@B. The only thing this one has that I wish I had is an enclosed and heated underbelly, but that can always come later if I feel I really need it. :) If y’all are ever down in Texas, give me a shout!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

So cool to hear you have been watching and ended up picking the right one for you. That's what its all about for us. The Basecamp is nice but getting the right one with all the right systems for what you need is the nicest. Now you are out there enjoying and being happy with your purchase. We love that. One day we will be back in Texas and we will let you know if you are following along IG and our community tab on YT, those are the best places for us to reach out to folks. We'd love to meet you. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@2012MsGraham]

Okay I definitely want one now!! Much more storage than I thought! Thanks!! Love the snowbirds too:)

[@DoesSizeMatter]

We were surprised by the amount of storage too. You better get on the list. We were so lucky to find this one. The timing was perfect it had just come in and the owner hadn't taken it away yet. They are hard to find these days. Thanks for watching

[@peeweeacres]

The Jets flying over in the USA we call that the sound of freedom.door and cabinet fronts super idea .

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Ya we thought they were nice too, we do wonder how they hold up if things shift? Can they stay closed? We do love our Snowbirds. Thanks for watching

[@duckiegirl58]

@@DoesSizeMatter I was curious how much interior was lost to the interior swing of the doors. So many times they are stuffed to the edge! Very sleek tho!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

@@duckiegirl58 We didn't think much was lost with these doors. They seemed quite nice, we just aren't sure how secure.

[@malakiscorner]

Does the ac work while boondocking? And...can you add solar panels on roof?? Im liking the layout

[@yakrv3850]

How did you know that we were looking at this trailer too? Haha. Another great walk through. Can’t believe you actually found one. We’re hoping to see one at the Hershey RV show but your video gives us a very good idea of what this trailer is all about. Thanks, Tricia and John

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Haha well it is in the size range you are looking for. Glad you liked it and I wonder if we might be able to see you in Hershey??? We are trying. Thanks for watching.

[@chloegful]

I personally like the gray and the very clean clean look. I so want one? SOme Day I will get it. Some day

[@DoesSizeMatter]

It is nice and everything starts with a dream right? Keep working towards it. It will be soooo sweet when you get there. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.

[@christinecharbonneau4448]

This was a super helpful review. Wasn’t sure between the rugged Basecamp 20 X and some of the more luxurious Airstream Trailers. Love the clearance, but the darkness and inability to open everything to the outside might bother me. Love the back door. Your knowledge and comparisons are value added for your reviews. My thanks.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Glad you liked it. There is airflow between the 2 windows and the 2 doors which both have great screens. the back door is very cool. The darkness and windows were not our favourite parts but depending on your priorities it could be just the right trailer. Thanks for watching.

[@nicoleclark5105]

Does the airstream 20 and 20x still combine the gray and black tanks drains? You cannot drain the gray without draining the black? Do you have an email address where I could ask you additional questions?

[@DoesSizeMatter]

The 20 does have separate tanks and separate valves for individual draining and you can email us at [e-mail]. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

[@stuwardw]

Very cool RV! Love the aggressive tires. Definitely needs a bathroom sink. We loved the Does Size Matter fly over, next time maybe some fireworks? Great review as always, hope you enjoyed the coffee!!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Thanks guys, glad you liked it and we always love the coffees. Those Snowbirds just seemed to know where we were haha. Thanks for watching

[@ilonarosenason2475]

Hi Denise and Kory. Great review and so good to see you two😍🦮🌹

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Thanks it's always good to be able to provide you with a review and some entertainment. Glad you are here.

[@chrisruef3201]

Great walk through guys. This is a love / hate for me. Pros and cons 😉. I'm not crazy about all the open hammock style storage. Cargo capacity is a problem, and the long storage ( 3 tiered) area would of made a decent closet. Love the functionality though. Fantastic set up for the younger outdoor geared customer.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Glad you liked it and we hear you on all of that. We like your idea about the closet that would have made the storage more versatile. You are right it is a specific type of rv for a specific buyer. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and watching.

[@kardyify]

After 70 years of all types of camping i am in the process of taking delivery on a 16X. On the comment regarding storage; the tendency is to take way too much stuff.

[@sharon7181]

I wonder if those cushions would fit in those net storage overhead with a little bit of modification . This rig seems to be made very well and it very pretty .

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Glad you liked it and yes it is. Maybe those would work, the other spot we thought may work is the under seat area??? Thanks for the suggestion and for watching.

[@ldd9672]

Yeah 😍

[@thomasklein4265]

The flap over the window handle is to keep bugs and mosquitoes from getting into your trailer when you have the window open, the screen does not cover that area

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Yes we think you are right about that, again making it just a little bit of a weird set up. Certainly not a make a break thing just a bit of a weird thing. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for watching

[@aaronbrown6266]

Great review. We just put a deposit down on one today! It is right for us, and I appreciate the build quality compared to what some say are "equal". I expect to spend many hours in the serene inside environment, even if I pull it into a sometimes harsh wilderness.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Awesome, Congrats to you. This will be so exciting for you and so much fun. When will you get it?

[@aaronbrown6266]

@@DoesSizeMatter Should take delivery in early March.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

@@aaronbrown6266 This is wonderful to hear as it had been much much longer. Such a perfect time to get out and start enjoying it. Good luck to you. Soon our new website will be up and you can send us a pic to include. We'd love to see you with it.

[@kathyadams3366]

What a great reviews! We considered a Basecamp but agree, just way to dark inside for my liking. Not a fan of the cargo net storage either but the 20 does compensate with a good amount of storage. Nice wet bath, really like the large window. We have a AS Nest and it’s just so much brighter inside.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Yes the Nest is completely different, in brightness but also in function. They are made for different buyers and the Nest suited us more too but no matter which one you choose they are both Airstream cool. Thanks for watching

[@glennsawyer3283]

Soooo excited. Ours has an ETA of January.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Yay! congrats. We know it's a long wait but anticipation is part of the excitement. We can't wait to hear about your first trip. Let us know. Thanks for watching

[@dpfeifer2194]

Would like more windows that open, and a sink in the bathroom. For the price that should be possible. I also agree its very dark inside. A litter tint on the widows would be better.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

We hear you but we think it is built for folks who are going to spend lots of time hauling gear around so we guess darker is better for dirt. Thanks for watching.

[@r.c.7762]

Hi,I usually love Airstream, I was not that thrilled about this one, the windows were very strange. the refrigerator, too small.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

We hear you about the windows but we like the fridge for a rig this size and we used it in the Nest and it worked really well as well as being efficient. Thanks for watching

[@FlyFishingRealtor]

Deciding if I want the x package and if the solar guards make it darker perhaps I would prefer not getting the x. So many decisions!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

So many choices and no matter what it will be a cool trailer. Good luck to you. Thanks for watching

[@jimmielittle877]

6'7" interior height (wow) I was going to ask how tall you are as the inside looks huge🌻

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

[@mt7427]

I don’t like where the microwave is & fridge is too small, no countertop, don’t like wet baths & no sink! Why those weird doors?

[@ldd9672]

I have commented before that the basecamp needs a sink in the bathroom. But after using a safari alto 21 ft (wet bath with sink) this summer I have change my mind. If we bought a small trailer with a wet bath I would not want a sink in it. The Alto we use had one, it was so small it was basically useless imo. Even though very very small it took up room when trying to shower. Brushing ur teeth or hand washing in a small sink…water ends up everywhere. If u but a larger sink in there even more of a squeeze when showering. If I had one of these awesome basecamps I would use the kitchen sink for hand washing and teeth brushing. Then Id use a plastic insert in the sink and fill it when doing dishes. Thanks for the video 👍

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience. We still want a sink in the bathroom because when boondocking we only do dishes 1x/day and they pile up in the sink making handwashing impossible but the beauty of RVs is that there are enough choices out there to suit everyone's wants, needs and priorities. We love that and trying one out this summer helped you clarify those and that is fantastic. Thanks for hanging out with us.

[@ldd9672]

@@DoesSizeMatter hopefully ull get to review the AS …….pottery barn edition….that one checks all the boxes 😉 …😬💰

[@DoesSizeMatter]

@@ldd9672 We will look for one. I have seen pics but not the real thing yet. They are hard to find but we will for sure show you when we can

[@susielandry7988]

Can 2 people really sleep on the front dinette/bed?

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Good question and we would say, 2 kids could for sure and it would be pretty squishy for 2 adults but if they are good snugglers and not too heavy it could work out. Haha It certainly wouldn't fit all adults. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching

[@selectshelley]

Too many things not quite right -dark, making the larger bed does not look like fun nor a quick process, more counter space would be most useful. Good job on the tour!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Glad you liked it and ya there are some places for improvement. It all depends on what a person is willing to give to get. Thanks for watching.

[@annjessup1670]

I like the kitchen so much better in the 16

[@DoesSizeMatter]

@@annjessup1670 We hear you and agree but as usual it's all about give and take, to get one thing you have to give up something else.

[@questtttttttt]

I like her.

[@sarnomac4]

Those cushions go under the seats at the front!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Ya that could work, we just don't really like the idea of them being on the floor or taking up valuable storage space. Thanks for watching

[@sisken12]

Kind of disappointed with the layout. Ie microwave up high. Not good for short people. Then there’s that annoying pillow. Also, serious lack of work/counter space in the kitchen. Darkened windows do nothing for me either.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Sure this trailer is not for everyone. It comes down to wants, needs and priorities and what a person is willing to give to get. Style is a very personal choice but we think everyone would love more counter space. Thanks for watching.

[@la1930]

Hinges required

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Where are you wanting to see hinges on this one?

[@arthurmanderson4892]

For the money not very impressive. It's 20", no opening front windows, tiny microwave over your head, wet bath not dry. Definitely better options out there that have better creature comforts.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

We can respect your opinion on that. We too prefer a dry bath and found the windows a little dark. It is unique for the right buyer but yes functionally there are other options out there to check out. Thanks for watching

[@lizknauel8727]

Larger sitting. SMALLER kitchen

[@DoesSizeMatter]

True, as we always say it's all about wants, needs and priorities which are different for each person. Thanks for watching

[@DerekRaven]

One-Woman complaint Department.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Hahaha, we love them all and as we always say 'there's a right RV out there for everyone' so just because we speak honestly about what works or doesn't for us does not mean we are complaining or saying an RV isn't good. Our channel is all about sharing pros and cons of all sorts of different RVs so viewers can get the one that suits them the best and we know the Basecamp suits lots of people cause they are so hard to come by and they are really cool trailers. Feel free to watch more of our reviews and join us in the fun of checking them all out.

[@JodysJourney]

All that money and those are your window coverings? Ugh.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Yes and they are very effective window coverings and they do suit the style of the trailer. If you are looking for more residential or pretty window coverings this trailer style is probably not for you. Airstream does have some smaller trailers like the Caravel and Bambi that might suit you more. They are a little less rugged and a little more residential. We have lots of reviews on them. Check them out. Hope that helps, thanks for watching.

[@JodysJourney]

@@DoesSizeMatter I hope that didn’t come off as a critique of you all. Love your videos. I just think Airstream (Like Apple) likes to get “creative,” sometimes at the cost of function.

[@DoesSizeMatter]

@@JodysJourney Oh no worries we didn't think that and we agree with you on the point that Airstream does that. We've talked about it before with Airstream steps and table/beds. Trying to recreate a wheel that is turning just fine. We do like to help folks find the right style and function for them though so when folks are unhappy with something we try to help them find something more suitable to them. No worries we will try to show you other stuff too.

[@TheDannyboyw]

Not well done,sorry

[@DoesSizeMatter]

Don't forget to add 'in your opinion' or to add facts to support what you are saying. We are always happy to have a conversation or answer your questions.

[@TheDannyboyw]

Only my opinion

[@bobbyb.6644]

Undersized and overpriced ? Big price = Big egotistical statement ? Just an opinion . 🧐

[@DoesSizeMatter]

We hear your opinion and price is what the market allows for. We aren't so sure about it being a statement though. For some it may be for others it is just the right trailer for them and that's ok. A statement can only be a statement if someone is paying attention to it. Thanks for watching.

[@andrewm2095]

Have the feeling in this day in age you can’t have anything without someone hating . Appreciating the engineering and time involved in building rvs, cars, planes etc , doesn’t exist I guess ? And because you drive or can afford a flashy item makes you egotistical? What is this world coming to ?!

[@DoesSizeMatter]

@@andrewm2095 We agree. The engineering is significant and it was done a long time ago. The history of Airstream is also a wonderful story and no matter what it is an iconic brand. We believe that what defines someone as egotistical is not the item or price of the item but how the owner presents him/herself while using/enjoying it. If you enjoy and love your Airstream then that means you got the right RV for you and that's all that matters.

[@ronaldpereiro5159]

love the trailor but your to hard to listen to dont quit your day job lol

[@DoesSizeMatter]

We agree it is a nice trailer but we also want to remind you that non-constructive criticism while hiding behind your keyboard and screen is not welcome on our channel. In order for you to share any further comments here you will have to find your manners and learn to be respectful and kind. We look forward to sharing more content with you.

[@sowder]

Tough words from a guy that misspelled half the words in your reply. Get a life.

[@Kathy-yi7xu]

no

[@trinajackson4328]

Great video! We are trying to decide between a Bambi 19C and a Basecamp 20X. Help me.