Casita Spirit Deluxe Small Camper Travel Trailer: The Fiberglass Caravan From Texas!

[@tennesseeterri]

We have a 2020 Spirit Deluxe Casita in Florida that smells clean and fresh. We use the quart size tub style, DampRid and refresh it every 4 to 6 weeks. They are very inexpensive and collect quite a bit of moisture, especially in the summertime. That is the entire key to keeping the camper nice and fresh. Yes, all campers or homes will be musty if you do not take care of humidity. The Casita is very high quality build and has an unbelievable resale value. I would say it probably tops almost any other RV or camper in that aspect. We just renewed our camper insurance and our replacement payout would be 25,000. Our camper is almost 5 years old! Most other campers at that point would be having leaks and bad roofs. Never a problem with the Casita. Also because of the fiberglass floor you will never have a rodent problem.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Thanks for sharing your experience, that's a really helpful tip about using DampRid! You covered a lot of the issues people bring up in their comments. Much appreciated! Thanks for watching!

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Thanks for sharing your experience, that's a really helpful tip about using DampRid! You covered a lot of the issues people bring up in their comments. Much appreciated! Thanks for watching!

[@jamesmorrissey4091]

Best RV tour yet. Fun lady!

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Wow, thank you! Cheers!

[@ModestNeophyte]

its beachy and cozy at the same time. i love the carpeted ceiling too

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

It's very homey 😃 Thanks for watching!

[@kat4animals004]

Oh wow! Much higher tank capacity than the Scamp.

[@texlee84]

I wouldn't say "almost cult like" as it certainly qualifies as such and rightfully so. A few things have changed and/or been updated since this particular model was built. They now have a flush mount stove top with a folding glass cover and they've moved to a carbon filter hood which eliminates the exterior vent and you gain overhead space above the stove top. They have an updated electric jack as well as a newer solar equipped, multi setting exterior light for the entry area and on the nose. It's not necessary to remove your battery for storage, I am not sure who told her that. It appears they went with the standard large "hay bale" AC but they also offer a much more streamlined unit that's much more aesthetically appealing. Casita also offers a much better looking aluminum wheel option for pennies on the dollar which greatly improves the look of the trailer over the basic steel wheels seen here. These are fantastic little trailers and they offer many different floor plans to fit most anyones needs or desires. Resale is high on these units and most owners elect to keep them for many years. They aren't perfect but they are a very well built trailer that has most every need covered and a major step up from your mass produced stick and staple style trailers.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Thanks for sharing these great details…it’s a real help to the community! I definitely admire Casita’s product…it’s a solid lightweight fiberglass option.

[@Porsche996driver]

“Stick and staple” a great term to compare with the fiberglass trailers. Definitely some advantages here including a smooth exterior and low maintenance.

[@molahi5779]

So this channel is all about small RVs. Awesome!! We certainly have enough showing the giant Rvs. Just subscribed.😉

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate it 😀 We're glad you enjoy our channel.

[@metaglypto]

Great review! I have been looking at and considering a Casita. Seems that my back is complaining loudly about 'roughing it' in a tent. Maybe it's time to consider glamping.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

It is definitely easier on the back! Thanks for watching!

[@rossej56]

My concern is all the carpet padding I’m seeing on the ceiling and walls. Long term that stuff is going to start to smell and look terrible ???

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Like anything else in a trailer, you have to maintain it. Long term owners don't seem to mind it. Thanks for watching!

[@tennesseeterri]

No. Even the Much older Casitas still have very high resale values. They have been building them since the 80s and I have never heard of any issues with the carpet smelling bad. I think the same thing applies to the camper as it does your home when cooking. Most owners cook outside a lot anyway. Of course I would never buy a used one if it had been smoked in.

[@Porsche996driver]

Guess this Casita style has been around a while. I also like the Scamps but somehow the “Casita” name is just charming and cozy. It’s like a small self-contained tiny home on a ranch. Dig it a lot! Alles Güte Ute!

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

True! 😀 Thanks for watching!

[@dariodomingues-sn6gu]

Great looking small trailer.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

😀 Thanks for watching!

[@cathymurray8119]

Cost?

[@kat4animals004]

Great cabinets!

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

We agree! Good storage.

[@djkeltn]

Love to have one like it. Thanks for the tour ! Good job.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Thanks for watching!

[@kat4animals004]

Yay! Yes, value and quality! I love it! Carpeted walls and ceiling both? And how would you clean the carpet areas? Just with a rag soap and water? I wonder if it gets dirty quick. Love the idea though and the benefit that it brings.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

From what we've heard from owners, it has a lot of benefits and as long as you keep it clean, specifically where carpet meets fiberglass, they don't have any mold issues. Thanks for watching!

[@Edentheone979]

Uhm…very cool love it🎉

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Glad you enjoyed it 😀 Thanks for watching!

[@RosebudsTravels]

Also you can get a cool closet for it. Look at Katy's Casita Closets.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Thank you for the tip. It's a great design that offers more organized storage, although very pricey!! I think that's why most Casita owners build their own. Thanks for watching!

[@Darnabymom]

@@DayHikerFromTheSixthe company can ship the kit with instructions for those who want KC and want to assemble it themselves.

[@raybrooks9234]

I pulling with my Ford Maverick getting 23 miles to a gallon same camper

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

That’s awesome…the Maverick looks like an ideal tow vehicle!

[@patlsmith404]

Great review!😎❤️

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Glad you enjoyed it 😃 Thanks for watching!

[@raybrooks9234]

I pulled with a Ford Maverick getting 23 miles to the gallon same camper

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Thanks for watching!

[@ozarkmtnarts]

Does the carpeted walls and ceiling get damp? The whole reason I am looking for a camper like this is to avoid notorious mold issues that RVs have. I'm concerned that before long these would put off a musty smell.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

The owner said it helped with condensation. I would definitely join owners forums and consult owners to answer this question. If you leave moisture and humidity unchecked though, mold is a possibility in any trailer or home.

[@Jschust]

We haven’t had any moisture issues with our Spirit Deluxe. Love our Casita!

[@tennesseeterri]

@@ozarkmtnarts I keep the DampRid quart size tubs in our 2020 Casita and it is ALWAYS dry and fresh smelling. I renew it every 4 to 6 weeks. No musty smell or mildew ever.

[@kat4animals004]

Oh wow! Much higher tank capacity than the Scamp.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Yes, true!

[@molahi5779]

What sizes are the Scamps tanks? I couldn't find that information on their site or in the brochure.

[@GoldenK9Campers]

Nice video. I actually just recently released a video with my top 10 towable travel trailer for a Jeep Wranlger (3,500 towing limit) on my other channel. Casita was right there at the top, but had to choose the non-deluxe model because of the tongue weight. I like how you get folks to show off their trailers. very cool. We're also looking at an Alto.. but crazy long wait and such high prices. Sticking with our ALiner.. we'd show it to you if you're interested..

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

We would love to check out your Aliner! I’ll be in touch soon…

[@GoldenK9Campers]

@@DayHikerFromTheSix Cool. Looking forward to it.

[@zpsh1]

Do all the windows have screens?

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Yes they do. Thanks for watching!

[@raybrooks9234]

What do you pull it with and what kind of mileage are you getting?

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

They were towing with a Toyota Highlander but sorry I don’t think they mentioned the mileage.

[@johnmackey3937]

Is that plumbing running underneath on the driver's side?

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Yes it is... it's the most common place for it in smaller trailers. Better than having it behind the wheel. Thanks for watching!

[@douglass56]

Nice trailer. Her accent. Where is she from, Minnesota, No Dakota, Manitoba?

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

I didn’t ask where she’s originally from. Honestly sounds like the standard Canadian accent to me. Thanks for watching!

[@kat4animals004]

Does someone say what year this is? I didn't hear that information.

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

It's a 2024. They have made some updates for 2025 including graphics on the outside. Thanks for watching.

[@karenwalters2586]

Is the underbelly exposed?

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

It is not a four season camper. The fiberglass tub does go under the trailer though. Thanks for watching!

[@squigglove]

What is the interior length, including the bathroom?

[@Darnabymom]

17 ft

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Not listed on website: guess would be 14.5 feet, but that’s a wild guess.

[@molahi5779]

I was told 15', with the tongue being 2'.

[@ethelperry4529]

🥰🐢👋

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Cheers!

[@harvey-rv]

Is the rust on the bottom a concern? 4:45

[@DayHikerFromTheSix]

Yes it should probably be addressed with rust check or rust paint. It’s unfortunately not uncommon especially if the trailer have been exposed to salt on the roads during snowbird trips.