Airstream 27FB International Tour 🏠 Big Enough to Full Time? - Full Walk Through + Our Modifications

When we first considered living full-time in an Airstream, people online told us we were crazy. "It's way too small!" they said. Were they right?
Turns out, this travel trailer is perfect for our needs. In our opinion, the 27FB Queen bed is one of Airstream's best models, whether or not you want to live full time in an RV.
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When we were researching Airstreams, we spent HOURS on KZbin. We soaked up all the information we could about every model of Airstream. It was helpful to see how other people lived, camped, and traveled in their camper trailers. Videos allowed us to see what worked for other people, and compare their needs to ours.
Between watching dozens of videos and spending loads of time in trailers at the Airstream dealer, we felt like we made the right decision. But time would tell. After a year on the road, we love our shiny home even more than the day we moved in. It's perfect for us!
Will this trailer work for you, too? Watch to find out!
In this video, we'll give you an in-depth tour of our camper, inside and out. We'll show you our favorite features and modifications. And, you'll get an idea of how we live full time in just 200 square feet.
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[@ThisWyldeLife]

Watch our truck tour to see how we store three bikes, a grill, camping gear, tools, RV essentials, extra water, and more! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXXVcpmFosygb7M

[@daniel_8181]

when he smiles......the place gets another kind of light :-)

[@whizgirlable]

AWESOME TOUR!!! We just bought a 27FB Globetrotter and are LOVING IT!! I never thought of it as 4 areas -- you're totally right!! Keep up the awesome videos, thank you for sharing!!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thank you for watching, and congratualtions on your new Airstream! The Globetrotter is a beautiful trim!

[@DavidLaFerney]

We have a ‘11 27fbq classic - identical layout, slightly different details. We’re not yet retired empty nesters, and for the 2 of us it’s really perfect. We often have 1-2 grandchildren along, and it’s adequate for that (for a weekend). I always watch videos on similar ASs just to see how other people organize, and I always learn something. Thanks.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That does sound like the perfect trailer for your needs! What a fun way to spend weekends. Thanks for watching!

[@n.cooper6555]

My favorite: International 27FB !

[@toastopia1]

We went to our local airstream dealer and we saw this model and just loved it, so many windows and space

[@blackwater2100]

We’re considering making the jump from house to trailer in the next couple of years and it’s super helpful to see the space as ‘lived in’. Thanks!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Awesome, you'll be glad you took the leap!

[@degraham9198]

Sweet. Looks like Lola gets the good spots.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

She sure does!

[@karencanary9200]

We have a 27 foot front bed. It is a serenity and we love it. We said the same thing the las T trip we took. We have distinct spaces and it gives us room to do different things if we want to. It is perfect for us.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That's a wonderful camper. Enjoy!

[@donniehelmly4920]

We just bought a 25 Cloud. We love it. Its my 6th RV. And the best one yet

[@99avilyssa]

Counting down days I trade in my 2800sq foot home for a 27’ airstream flying cloud.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Woohoo! Enjoy the journey!

[@tamirenno5845]

New subscriber here! We live in Washington, so it’s great to have seen all the areas within our own state that we need to explore! We can’t wait! We currently have a 16ft Bambi, but have just sold our house, and have on order a classic 30ft coming in mid September. We are so excited! So In the meantime, we will live vicariously through you, until we are able to leave for our first official trip.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Hey Tami, thanks for following our channel! You have a beautiful state to explore, AND you're surrounded by even more incredible destinations. We'll certainly be back in WA again. Congrats on the upgrade too the 30 footer! You're in for an awesome adventure. See you on the road!

[@tamirenno5845]

@@ThisWyldeLife grew up here and only just last year mountain biked some of the Olympic forest! Heading back for more single track next month! Can’t wait!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@tamirenno5845 The riding there is amazing! We were hoping to make it up to Bellingham, but didn't make it this summer. We'll be back for sure!

[@robertm9866]

Nice setup well organized. We are like 4 yrs out from going full time definitely want a airstream videos like your really help visualize and see what works in a tiny space 👍

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That’s super exciting! It’s amazing what you can do with a tiny space. We’ve found that it’s easy to live with so much less stuff than we used to!

[@MisdemeanorThoughts]

That fridge tells me the estrogen is strong. ‘71 sovereign, full strip and home built. X2 40lb propane. X2 80amp charge controllers running 1200w solar (redundant). Grizzly stove. Propane heater. Heated floor. X4 battle born 100ah. 70gal fresh. Natures head. 7cf 12v fridge.

[@greghapp1681]

I just got finished with a restoration on a 1979 International Safari Airstream. It was a lot of work and looking forward to doing the camping adventure. Thank for all of your videos.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Congratulations! Now the real fun begins! Thank you for watching.

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Only thing I'm not keen on is the sliding doors, we have them in our spare room & I hate them but my husband loves them. In your kitchen cupboards boxes would help store your food. In your flour bag you may be advised to add a few bay leaves, to help keep flour bugs away.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

It's interesting, some people love the sliders, others don't. It's nice that they can be left open without the door being a head knocker. Thanks for the tips!

[@improvagility5516]

Favorite Airstream is the International 27 FBT. Just bought the 2020 model this past December 😊!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Congrats! That's an awesome floor plan. Where are you headed with it this season?

[@improvagility5516]

So far, plans include some beach time at Cape May, NJ this Spring (have a sailboat renovation project underway there). Weekend excursions in the mid-Atlantic region. Cooperstown, NY in August and then off to New Mexico and Arizona after Labor Day. Should be an interesting year. Best to you. We’ll keep following!!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@improvagility5516 Wow, you definitely have a great year ahead of you! Safe travels, and enjoy the journey!

[@susanpratt3290]

You can pull the curtain from both the bedroom, and hallway to living area, and open the bathroom door and then you would have one bigger bath area. That is what I would do with a split bath. Nice Trailer.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Yes, that's a great use of the two partitions! That's a handy way to gain privacy in a campground while leaving all the windows open.

[@wanderingwanda9869]

Thank you for the tour. Wonderful DIY’s. Welcome to the Airstream Family!!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thank you for the warm welcome!

[@PhilRushworth]

27 FBQ Globetrotter! Great video!

[@wheniamhome]

this is an awesome set up. i lived for 2 years in a class C and having a bedroom is number 1 on the list. having to climb and break down stuff in order sleep can get old. i do wonder about heat and cold with the airstream. other than that, i would forego storage in order to have your set up. wishing you peace, joy, and love on your adventures.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thank you! We agree on the sleeping arrangements. It's so nice to have a bed available any time you want it (including for midday naps). Setting up a bed and doing the linens in the evening is the last thing we want to be doing when we're tired! Safe travels, and enjoy the adventure!

[@kmack7333]

Nicely done video!!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

[@carlbebbington730]

Hi there we are in the UK and have an International 684 Airstream. It’s designed for the European market but it’s very similar to yours inside. The EU versions are lighter in weight than the US versions, we don’t have massive trucks to tow them, we tow ours with an Audi Q8. Airstream’s are quite rare in the UK. We’ve done quite a bit of travelling around Europe with ours but would love to do some really long trips. We just watched the video where you talked about moving out of your house to live in your Airstream, so my wife now wants to sell our house. Well keep posting your adventures. Many thanks Carl

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Very cool! Didn’t know that there was a different line of Airstreams for Europe. It makes sense, because it seems impossible for our massive trucks to share the narrow roads you have with other cars. There’s a lot to be said for towing a smaller, lighter trailer with similar features. Enjoy your travels-whether full-timing or returning to your home base whenever it feels right!

[@Lavendaraw]

Currently shopping. Definitely liking the 27 length. Seeing the storage helps, I should be advantage in the kitchen as I love to cook, but I am THE cook, so I don’t have to share lol.

[@gregroland914]

Great review, I’m about to jump in and get one. Thanks for making.

[@Shakermaker1995]

Great video. We are looking at the Classic 30 foot or the 33 foot Airstream. We have Schnauzers, so your Lola sleeping next to you bit was relatable and very sweet.

[@edrumsas5420]

Liked the tour. To the point

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@jeffreystrait9951]

We have a 27FBT Flying Cloud coming from a Thor Vegas, We love it and we are going "long time" next summer so we will really give it a test.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Congratulations! You're going to love it!

[@Rich32262]

Thank you for doing this, I just bought a 28' Flying Cloud and all of the videos are brand new empty trailer walk throughs, it's great to see some options on utilizing the limited space.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Congrats! You'll find that you can do more with the space than you ever imagined!

[@ysanchez1891]

I love your airstream. That was my dream rv. I have have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and I was needing to constantly use the restroom and my husband had to continue to pull over on the side of highways and or roads. In stead we choose a class c but one day I will get my dream rv. Wonderful video.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Being able to use the amenities of the RV without having to get out of the vehicle is definitely a huge benefit of a Class C or other motorhome. We wish you the best of success in navigating your diagnosis.

[@180ride]

We have a 25ft FB international great trailer, one of the best upgrades was the hatch (expensive) but worth the $$$

[@ngpoct123456789]

I am dreaming of our first Airstream. Absolutely love the classic, but we will start much smaller. I am ready to get out there and see the country so many of you share with us. It is such a great learning tool. Have fun and look forward to more of your videos.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

The important part is just getting out there and exploring. The rig is secondary to the experience. Hope to see you on the road!

[@TheMrprez]

We full timed in a 25’ rear bedroom Flying Cloud. No issues.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Awesome! That's a fantastic floor plan as well. Thanks for watching!

[@sharonrimsza7960]

Very nice. I do not like the flying cloud, however, I do like the International model and what you have done to her. Having those awnings all the way around and the rock guard…fabulous! Enjoy your life, you seem to be doing well. Organization is the key…👍

[@VS-zx6xi]

Hey! You guys never told us you had a youtube channel! Good to see your faces. Aaron&valerie

[@ThisWyldeLife]

We started it shortly after meeting you all! Glad to see you here, and hope to run into you again soon!

[@TheNomadRN]

I just got a Flying Cloud 27FB. I have been super worried that it might be too small but so far I have been pleasantly surprised, but I'm still in my first week so we'll see!! Thanks for sharing your rig. I got a few really good ideas :)

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Based on our experience, the longer you spend in it, the bigger it feels! Have fun!

[@lunamellor3432]

Helpful information. Thank you.

[@newvisioncoaching5424]

Hey you two! Just subscribed and commenting for algorithm. I'm living (for 2+ months from Santa Cruz, CA) in my 2015 Flying Cloud 25FB and looking forward to seeing more of your adventures!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thanks for the comment and subscribe! Santa Cruz is an awesome town, though we've never visited in the Airstream. What campgrounds do you recommend?

[@newvisioncoaching5424]

@@ThisWyldeLife Gahhh, why is my profile pic not showing? 😭 No boondocking near Santa Cruz, so you'd have to do State Parks/RV parks (not recommended). I'm currently in Colorado through June, then off to WY and MT. Looking forward to watching your videos while I explore. All the best in documenting your adventures!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@newvisioncoaching5424 Sounds like an awesome summer! We've spent a lot of time in CO (lived in Fort Collins for several years) and also some time in WY, so hit us up if you're looking for recommendations. Headed there in a few weeks after we leave WA.

[@robertknasel2270]

2022 Globetrotter 23FB Twin with Nissan Armada , just my wife and I , it is small enough to get into smaller campsites. It pulls like a dream, and we are not overloaded, so we can bring recreation items like an inflatable Kayak.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That new 23FB layout is awesome! It's nice to have a more nimble rig that can get into more places, and is just easier to drive.

[@f250x3]

Great video! Looking forward to your detailed solar install!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Filming that video this week! You should see it soon!

[@blueridgeocean]

I think I want to buy a 25-28 ft Airstream. I'm a full time trucker so I'm used to living in a small cramped area w/o power so I won't mind downsizing and put the house on the market and buy a lot somewhere.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

It's a great way to downsize, save money, and experience life differently! Airstreams also hold their value much better than other trailers.

[@Errcyco]

I still think Airstreams look the best from the exterior but for their price, they are just to behind on the times internally with tech. At this price I’d expect 400amp hour lithium battery’s, a 3000w inverter and a controller. I’m sure you could find a way, but I want that standard from the factory. For what it’s worth, Class-b campers since 2019 have been being made for us younger people and it shows. Watch this then watch a video on the Winnebago EKKO to see how much more you get in a smaller space.

[@christyshultz6443]

Favorite would have to be either flying cloud or the sovereign

[@trevorfoster6518]

Nicely done. What do you pull her with. Thanks.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Check out our tow vehicle here kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXXVcpmFosygb7M

[@jansherry3946]

Cool set up! We have a 2005 25 International CCD in Sacramento, Ca. We use it a lot but do not full time.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That's an awesome rig! CA is such a great home base. Thanks for watching, Jan-hope to see you out there some time.

[@cindybundrick3469]

Love the Airstream!

[@BrendaLee8]

I would like one exactly like this

[@donniehelmly4920]

Tell me about the casters under your rear bumper. Does that help on steep grades?

[@sandyabrams7852]

Streamy is our 25’ flying cloud…..LOVE HER!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That’s a great floor plan, too! We looked at both the 25FB and 27FB when we were trying to make up our minds!

[@motorradingaround1220]

Favorite airstream- international 25 fb twin

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That's a good one! Thanks for stopping by.

[@liannephillipson2996]

How do you handle the Berkey when you’re travelling? And which is it that you have on the counter?

[@rexvaughn986]

This is great video with lots of wonderful information. How comfortable is the dinette for long term sitting or relaxing? I have always preferred a theater seating or recliners. What are your thoughts?

[@ThisWyldeLife]

It's certainly not as comfortable for relaxing as a recliner is, but we have spent many full days working and eating at the dinette. The dinette isn't a great place to watch TV unless you convert it to a bed. For that reason, we usually watch our shows in the front bed.

[@janinafisher101]

Those awnings must make a big difference. Nice video, nice home you made!

[@joeanderson9430]

You could totally increase your counter space with an undersink water filter. Berkey's are great but filter technology has come along way. You can get backpacking filters that filter as good as the Berkey. Not bashing them but space premium warrants the comment. Great video! Enjoyed it.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

We've found that space behind the sink to not be super functional, plus we already had the Berkey in our house. So no need to buy something new! If starting from scratch though, an under sink filter could make more sense.

[@timfrench5719]

Hey just found your vids. Getting into Airstreams. Been looking at what a good rig would be to go FT with and one I could work remote. From what I've seen I think for us that would be the Flying Cloud 30FB Office! I think this would be as good as it gets. I've always been a fan of Newmar Class A's. But I want to get out there and do this sooner than later (or if ever) given the prices of those rigs.

[@jmbcbataille9594]

I really love the 22 front bedroom with the big dinette on the side and the enormous kitchen on the corner back of the trailer in front of the shower area 👋

[@ThisWyldeLife]

I think it's the 20' that has that amazing galley style kitchen. Love that floor plan too!

[@jmbcbataille9594]

@@ThisWyldeLife yes you re Wright l was hesitating after send my message 😜

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@jmbcbataille9594 😂

[@jeanstrachan3304]

Thanks this was super helpful-and fun too watch. Two paws up.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@jennifera3028]

Currently lusting after 27FB Flying Cloud with rear hatch. One day!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Those hatch models are sweet!

[@georgen6882]

Nice trailer , I own a 1968 26ft overlander and it's all original. The truck is a ford f350 diesel.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Nothing like a classic Airstream! Happy camping!

[@HOWdr1]

We just purchased a 2018 25FB Flying Cloud, we looked at the 27 it seemed to us the space was very similar and we went with the 25 due to length and WT for our TV cheers

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That’s a great option as well! The two floor plans are very similar. The most obvious difference is the bed orientation. The 25 is also a little different in the kitchen area.

[@SignalCorps1]

Yea, the 25ft and the 27ft are my favorite models. The main difference is the 25ft Queen bed runs East-West, whereas the 27 goes North-South. I prefer the N-S alignment, but many people don’t care. Also the wardrobe is about twice the size in the 27 vs the 25. Great choice. Enjoy

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@SignalCorps1 Good analysis! The extra wardrobe and pantry space was important to us, but for some people it really isn't a concern. Good thing Airstream makes so many floor plans!

[@goomgoom5504]

Thanks for the tour. I love the international decor and the 27FB layout is super functional. I bought my Flying Cloud in 2017 and will probably upgrade to a 27FB mode in a few years.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thanks for watching! We agree, the 27FB layout just makes a ton of sense for a lot of people!

[@SNOWKTY]

Awesome! We are about to do the same thing, downsize from a 2000sf house to full time living in the Flying Cloud 27FB! My only worry is reliable internet access, for my work I will need to be online full time, So not much boon docking for us. Do you have advice on a good internet service when you do use it? T-Mobile hotspot? Starlink? Thanks for all the info. Very helpful.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That’s so exciting, Heidi! Glad to hear you’re making it happen! If you haven’t already, check out our video on our WeBoost cell booster. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3utlKhueMeZmc0 Between the booster and tips mentioned in that video, we are able to find dispersed camping areas with sufficient service to work online. Internet access was one of our biggest concerns jumping into full-time camper living, but after some experience it’s turned out to be much easier than expected to get good service. We only use Verizon, but also having an at&t hotspot can increase your odds of always having a good signal.

[@brahsumatra]

I like the Airstream classic and yours is cool!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

The Classics are sweet trailers! Lots of great amenities. Thanks for watching!

[@randallsguaranteedsold6361]

Nice video of your Airstream! Always nice to see how others set stuff up, and the various layouts..

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thanks for watching! Glad to hear you enjoyed it.

[@profilehomesolutions]

We have a 2017 27' FB Tommy Bahama. We love it and have been considering going full time. Love your setup and all the stickup hooks you added. Thanks for the ideas on how to store. Do you store in your tow vehicle also?

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Great trailer you have, and exciting that you’re considering going full time! The 27FB just might be the perfect full-timer Airstream for most couples. We store a TON of stuff in our truck. Here’s a truck tour which shows that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXXVcpmFosygb7M

[@timstevens5769]

Thank you for sharing and you present your RV well together. One request... We do not need to hear that you only shower about 3 times a week. That is rather icky. Enjoy your Airstream and use more water! (HA)

[@kathleengeraty7926]

These are great thx! And you both have lovely vibes! Thx for sharing!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thank you for your kind words! We appreciate you watching.

[@realtorjohnnysanchez7521]

❤love it 😊you guys rock! Most definitely lookin into an Airstream and just traveling the entire U.S

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Fantastic! Enjoy the journey!

[@TilFurtherNotice]

Thank you for the walk through! We’d love to go smaller than our huge fifth wheel! Safe travels - Scott and Tammy, Gracie (pup) Jasper (cat)

[@ThisWyldeLife]

One of our favorite conversation topics is “how small could we go?” Sometimes we throw around the idea of a van, other times our Airstream just feels perfect! No matter the rig, the adventure is the important part 😊

[@TilFurtherNotice]

@@ThisWyldeLife ditto! A van would be epic!

[@antoniorengifo1447]

Very nice review. Pls. Tell us about your towing experience and weight management. Also source energy details and consumption.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

We've towed with a Chevy 2500 diesel. The diesel engine provides some extra power and engine braking over a gas engine, which is nice to have in the mountains. It's also a little more fuel efficient. More important than the engine is payload rating. With anything less than a 3/4 ton pickup, you will be pretty close to your payload limit just by hooking up a loaded 27FB trailer. Payload rating minus trailer tongue weight is how much capacity you have remaining for people, gear, pets, etc. (Tongue weight is the weight exerted by the trailer on the tow vehicle's hitch.) The 27FB has a tongue weight of about 1,100 lbs when loaded up for camping. Some 1/2 ton pickups, particularly ones with a heavy diesel engine and luxury features, can have a payload limit of only ~1,200 pounds 😬 You can check out our truck tour to see how we haul all of our gear kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXXVcpmFosygb7M Not sure what you mean by "source energy." Could you clarify?

[@Brockdorf]

We have a 22 and cant decide if we should move to a 25 or 27.

[@velorider638]

Excellent presentation of your International! Loved the products you are using in your Airstream. We recently purchased a 27FB Globetrotter. Would you mind publishing shop responsible for the installation of your axle lift kit. Thanx!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Congrats on the new Globetrotter! Mark at Master Tech RV Repair (Denver area) did the installation for us. If you're in the northern CO area, we would highly recommend his services. Thank you for watching! mastertechrvrepair.com/

[@kevincameron8437]

Great tour video…and anything that can be done barefooted is awesome…

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thanks, Kevin. Wise words!

[@TunaTales]

Awesome setup T.W.L. Does that range hood over the stove extract air or does it just displace it in the cabin?

[@ThisWyldeLife]

It extracts air and does a great job of it! Always run the exhaust hood while cooking with a gas flame.

[@Lavendaraw]

Thank you for the video

[@SavageDiscavage]

How long have y’all lived in it full time??

[@tallykeeney8034]

Thank you for giving us a tour of your Airstream! I just ordered a Pottery Barn Edition that is expected for delivery early next year. I just retired and decided to RV full-time. Trying to decide on a tow vehicle. I see you have a Chevy Silverado 2500. What is your towing capacity and can you make any recommendations with your experience thus far?

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Not sure what the towing capacity is on the 2500, but it's more than adequate. What you want to focus on is payload capacity (the maximum additional weight the vehicle can be loaded with). The tongue weight of the trailer takes a significant chunk out of your available payload. The 27FB has a 1,100-1,200 pound tongue weight when loaded for camping. Most 1/2 ton trucks only have a payload capacity of about 1,500 pounds, so with just a couple of passengers you are already at your truck's limits. We bought our truck used, and choices were limited, but go for a 3500 if you can. The extra payload capacity is nice to have, and the ride isn't much worse than the already stiff 2500. The Chevy 2500 specifically is a fantastic truck. In our opinion, it has the best balance of ride, handling, refinement, and power out of the Ram/Ford/Chevy options. The Duramax combined with the 10 speed transmission is a fantastic, though expensive, powertrain.

[@tallykeeney8034]

@@ThisWyldeLife Thank you!

[@lindamarie6574]

Pretty nice rv!

[@jdhdavis]

Still waiting on our 2021 model of your unit from the factory. Nice tour and helpful. My question would be on how you pack and integrate storage in your tow vehicle. But your certainly covered most needs in the trailer itself.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Glad you have a spot in line on a new model. From what we've heard there are people reserving a spot for 2023! We are planning another video covering storage in the truck. That's an important topic, especially for people traveling for longer periods of time. We have six storage bins and three bikes in the bed. Stay tuned for that video, but in the mean time you can catch a glimpse in another one of our videos here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5C0f4aZjbJ3mLs

[@patrickholmes1044]

@@ThisWyldeLife I would like to second the request for a truck video, so glad that’s on the docket! I’m really curious how you store your bikes because I have two and might need a third! I’m worried about how to keep things secure in the truck but maybe that’s just Oakland living coming through…

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@patrickholmes1044 We'll make that video a priority! We store three bikes (two mtb, one gravel) in the back, plus six storage bins. Security was the goal.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Here's the tour! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXXVcpmFosygb7M

[@stevedeniseildefonso7983]

Hi you all!! Great videos!! we have been camping in an 19' Sol Horizon and have just order a Globetrotter 27"!! Can't wait to get it!! We had a question on the we Boost mount. It loooks like you mounted it to a telescoping flag pole, is that correct?? If yes how did you do it and run cable into the rig?? Thanks and keep up the videos!! Hope to see you all someday!!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Hi, thanks for watching! Congratulations on the upgrade. The Globetrotter is a beautiful trim! The telescoping pole is actually part of the WeBoost RV65 package ( amzn.to/3gkpLIB ). The kit includes a 6" flat co-ax cable that we run through the front storage hatch. The booster is inside that storage locker. The kit also comes with two adhesive mounts that stick to the side of the trailer to anchor the pole in place. By design, we should be using both mounts, but because the entire trailer is curved we can only use one. Ever since the first mount came unstuck in a windstorm and our pole came crashing down, we have been talking about ordering a new solution. We've seen a lot of RVers use a flag pole base that is held down by the tongue jack ( amzn.to/3gakNzc ). We've never seen someone stick a WeBoost pole in there, but if the dimensions work we think it would be a good solution. Hope that helps! Let us know if you have any other questions.

[@stevedeniseildefonso7983]

@@ThisWyldeLife Thank you for the info!!! We are talking with the dealer about options also. I have seen a couple of installations where there is a mount on top that telescopes up about 4 feet I think. Trying to find a solution that is simple to maintain and use. I am retired and use the internet for simple needs and searches and the occasion movie streaming. Mostly we watch You Tube of other RV'ers to learn. Thank you for your reply and we will keep watching you all!! We like your format and we also travel with a small Chaweenie who is 14 years old!!! Take care and Thank you again!!!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@stevedeniseildefonso7983 the rooftop installations are also a good option and require little to no setup at each new campsite. Our pole isn't difficult to set up, but it does take a few minutes to pull it out of the truck, connect cables, and telescope the pole. It can grab a weaker signal though because it has a maximum extension of 25'. Either option will help you get service in more remote areas, which is a huge benefit!

[@sirdavidalot]

On my 27, I ran the weboost cable into the satellite input. The cable comes out behind the radio, so you can put the booster in that area. I mounted the antenna pole base to a piece of hardi siding that I hold down with the front stabilizer foot. Single adhesive bracket on the front driver side window

[@thealtafferzoo]

Favorite airstream - one with back hatch! Lol

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That's an amazing feature!

[@charles1964]

Just a comment, but for what Air Streams co$t you would think they would engineer the area @14:58 to be enclosed and not right under your pillow? I wonder if it's off gassing right where you're sleeping, or if the service get's hot? I just think that they could tub that in, seeing how most owners are upgrading with solar, inverters and battle born batteries...

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Lithium batteries don't off-gas, so no concerns there. The inverter does make a slight, very high-pitched wine that is a little annoying, but it was our decision to put it there. The standard lead acid batteries that Airstream includes go in an exterior box on the tongue of the trailer.

[@hlord100]

Thank you for the tour! We’re getting our flying cloud in September. Would you mind sharing what size Berkey you have (we have a royal and I’m hoping it fits the way yours does!) and your Dutch oven? I’ve heard a 5.5 qt would fit in an airstream oven but don’t want to buy the wrong size!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Hello, Hannah. Thanks for watching and congrats on the new camper! We also have the Royal Berkey ( amzn.to/2Tj5njc ), and it jusssst fits. We use a #25 Le Creuset, which is 3.5 qts. It's oval though, and a round dutch oven of the same height would be higher capacity and still fit. Ours is 6" tall with the lid, which fits on the middle oven rack. You could use a taller dutch oven on the lowest rack setting, but you'd probably start to see burning on the bottom of bread.

[@Sailingman25]

I wish airstream could make 35ft international Rvs.

[@bi0lizard1]

SOLD! I love it! Been trying to figure out which model I want… that one seems perfect for me. Ty! What do you pull it with? 1500 or 2500?

[@ThisWyldeLife]

It just might be the perfect Airstream! We pull with a 2500. Airstreams have a pretty heavy tongue weight once they're loaded up. The 27FB will be about 1,100 pounds. For most 1500 trucks, that only leaves a few hundred pounds of payload for people, pets, and gear. Here's a tour of our truck: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXXVcpmFosygb7M

[@SignalCorps1]

I have the same model. For me its easily the best. I considered a 25FB and a 28RB. 25FB is a bit to small and I don’t like East West beds. 28RB the lounge in the back is wasted space for me and looks away from those amazing windows in the back.

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@SignalCorps1 It's all about those rear windows! The 27FB is a masterful use of space.

[@TheBlueOwl21]

Really lovely home 💙

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thank you, Dave. We love it, too!

[@Mic9Lives]

Thx so much! Victoria, if u were solo, could you handle the 25 ft version? It would just be me solo female and 2 dogs about 45 lbs each

[@Mic9Lives]

The smaller versions sacrifice the panoramics as you know … that’s a big deal to me

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Driving would be no problem! Backing up can be tricky without a spotter. With enough practice and a backup camera mounted on the trailer, you could probably handle it though!

[@mattfreeman902]

I'm interested in the stretch bed cover you have in this video. Where did you get it?

[@ThisWyldeLife]

It was one of the many options on Amazon. We just bought a normal queen-size cover, even though the RV queen is a little smaller.

[@sprucegoose1016]

Thx for these videos guys. I'm rly considering an airstream here in the future with my wife 😎🙃

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Glad you found it helpful! Good luck with your decision!

[@durango8882]

And a year later?

[@drdhinesh]

Nice views 👌

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@jenniferjennings8014]

What size and brand storage totes are you using for the storage under the bed ??

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Hi, Jennifer-good question! We use an assortment of storage bins that we already had on hand from house life. One that still has a sticker on it is 23" W x 18" L x 12" high, and the other ones are roughly the same size. Hope that helps!

[@jenniferjennings8014]

@@ThisWyldeLife thank you so much We have the same size and type of air stream too

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@jenniferjennings8014 you're welcome! The 27FB is such a great model :)

[@jenniferjennings8014]

@@ThisWyldeLife What is the brand name on the storage bin ?😃

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@jenniferjennings8014 Room Essentials, the Target store brand

[@jamesspehr671]

27’ FBT. Flying cloud.

[@deborahallford7337]

I’m hoping for the Classic model - because I love the Alde moist heating system, and I’d want the 33’ front bath model, as it’s just me and my Dachshunds, so I want my wardrobe IN the bathroom, and who wouldn’t LOVE a big shower with a heated floor and heated towel bar! Ooh-la-la!!! You’re gonna be SO HAPPY when you get to the Container Store!!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

The Classic does have some amazing amenities! Sounds like a great fit for your needs. We’ve heard great things about the container store!

[@SignalCorps1]

I prefer the 25ft and 27ft over the 30ft and 33ft, because having 2 wrap around windows on both ends is awesome. The 30 and 33 use one end for the bathroom

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@SignalCorps1 Yes! We love our front and rear wrap around windows. That was something that immediately drew us to the 27.

[@SignalCorps1]

@@ThisWyldeLife Also on the 30 and 33 the one wrap around window that it does have is kind of wasted because the sofa faces away from the window.

[@modavaux]

Favorite model is going to be the classic 33, 2022 edition.. That’s the one I have order… ;-)

[@ThisWyldeLife]

That’s a beautiful trailer. All the bells and whistles! When do you take delivery?

[@lalic9311]

Do you do anything special when you cook? I hear cooking or baking in an airstream puts a lot of moisture in it. Is that true? My husband and I are looking into this model but we are also huge cooks and would hate to compromise on that

[@ThisWyldeLife]

You are correct, moisture is a big concern, but it's typically easy to mitigate! The key is to run the exhaust hood above the stove any time you are using the oven or stove. Aside from pulling out carbon monoxide and other harmful chemicals, the fan will also exhaust all of the steam from your food. We also run the hood if we have something like a pot of soup sitting on the stove, releasing a lot of steam as it cools. Same goes for showering... make sure to run the shower exhaust fan to pull out steam. When running any exhaust fan, it can be helpful to crack a window, or open another fan cover without running the second fan. This allows fresh air to more easily enter the camper. Have fun with your Airstream purchase decision!

[@jeffreywilde3617]

Hi Wylde life it’s me Jeffrey wilde no relation your name caught my eye while watching videos on camping I subbed

[@ThisWyldeLife]

haha thanks for the sub, Wilde!

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Living in an an airstream you won't be able to argue for long, unless one of you go for a long walk to cool off.lol

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Very true!

[@danka8520]

love from indonesia

[@ThisWyldeLife]

Thanks for watching!

[@BC-mi9st]

thanks! What truck do you use? 1/2 ton? 3/4?

[@ThisWyldeLife]

We have a Chevy 2500. It’s important to look at trailer tongue weight and the effect it has on the truck’s payload capacity. Most 1/2 ton pickups don’t have the payload capacity to carry people, gear, and a tongue weight of 1,000+ pounds. Also, a weight distribution hitch does not decrease tongue weight. It only shifts some of that weight from the truck’s rear wheels to the front wheels, so available payload is unchanged.

[@SignalCorps1]

@@ThisWyldeLife I’m glad you spoke about pin weight rather than towing capacity as a 1/2 ton will almost always exceed the payload limit before the tow limit. With that said many 1/2 tons can tow this unit and stay within the payload limit as long as the truck isn’t packed with a bunch of additional weight. I’m a weekender and have an F250, but a 150 for my 27ft Flying Cloud would suffice, but you being full-timers I’m sure you have quite a bit of gear in the truck too. Best to go with a 3/4 ton if possible

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@SignalCorps1 Agreed, tongue/pin weight is one of the most over-looked specifications when towing. We even see mid-sized SUVs pulling Airstreams as large as ours. Sure, the owners of an Audi Q7 might be coming in under their 7,700 towing capacity (by 100 pounds), but their payload capacity is exceeded the moment two adults sit in the front seat.

[@patrickholmes1044]

I’ve been debating the pros and cons of the twin vs queen. I think I would prefer the queen but I noticed the twin is 5” longer. I’m 6’1” so my feet tend to hang off shorter beds. Cameron, I think you said you’re 6’2”, do you fit in the bed?!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

I sleep better in our Airstream than anywhere else! My feet are at the end of the mattress when I stretch out, but it doesn't bother me. I usually sleep on my side with my knees bent, so I usually don't even notice the mattress length. The extra length of the twin mattress could be a plus for some people, and the space between the two beds makes the trailer feel bigger, which is neat.

[@patrickholmes1044]

@@ThisWyldeLife thanks for the info! I spent a long weekend in a trailer just like yours but can’t remember if the length bothered me. All I remember was thinking I was living the life so it must not have bothered me too much!

[@ThisWyldeLife]

@@patrickholmes1044 we've found that us humans are more adaptable than we might think. We used to sleep in a king bed, and thought there was no way we could sleep long term in a queen. Now we sleep in an RV queen, which is even smaller than a normal queen!

[@SignalCorps1]

I prefer the Queen but the Twins have some advantages in addition to the extra 5”. First the twin has two great storage areas at the foot of each bed, Second, to me, having that walk way down the middle makes the unit look bigger inside as its a straight shot from the front of the trailer all the way back to the dinette. I have heard some people complain that head of the bed curves and the aluminum is cold at night if you roll to the outside. Does seem like too big of deal to me, but I have Queen floor plan so don’t really know