Forest River Travel Trailer - A-Frame Camper Tips and Review

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[@mathewparkes7637]

I'm picking this same camper up tomorrow, I'm super excited. Thanks for sharing.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Awesome! We are starting our 4th Summer with “Alf”. Enjoy so much!

[@PSPRParanormalPursuit]

Love it! I started off camping with a pop up years ago an moved to a RV. But we sold the RV a few years ago. I miss camping. It’s just so hard with 2 adults and 5 kids. Great video!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Yeah, that would be pretty small for a family of 7. Maybe you and Katie can camp again someday. Thanks for stopping in!

[@MartysCrewOurFamilyAdventures]

Checklist! Way to stay organized! Nice that the bed can reconfigure. Backing up a test of the marriage😂! Walkie talkies are fun! So glad you guys are enjoying Alf!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Haha! Yes. Backing up can be a stressful situation in our world. We have a process and so far, have survived. 😄 Thanks, Marty!

[@DnSAdventures]

Lol, "I'm sorry for what I said while I was backing up the trailer". Definitely need that shirt. We do this full-time and if we get like 4-5 pull through spots in a row, backing up can be a slap in the face getting back into it haha. Thanks for sharing the experiences guys! - Shane

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Totally needs to be a t-shirt or a travel mug! LOL! Thanks for commiserating! Kay

[@midwesta-framer649]

We learned (the hard way) to never back up the camper on empty bellies... I’ve started doing hangry checks before we pull in 😂

[@DnSAdventures]

Amen. Hangry backups are a no no.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

We have snacks in the truck JUST for that reason! I will start with the "Hangry checks". HA! Good idea!

[@AlanMETALMAN]

I have never seen a camper like that before in the UK but having a check list is a dam good idea, as there seems to be a lot to remember. Good to have a dealer that is helpful 'after' you have bought from them, many are not. Cheers Alan

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Our dealer has really taken good care of us. Thanks, Alan!

[@DarkAngelsAndPrettyFreaks]

Yes! Always have a checklist! 100%! We have a vacation checklist! haha! Yeah I think trips and vacationing in general test the couples communication skills!! :) Great update!! -Annaleis

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Yes! Perfectly put, Annaleis! Thanks you for being such a support to us!

[@thenaturemanadventures]

I would definitely need a checklist, my silly mind would forget some things for sure lol Great tips for keeping warm and cool in the trailer. Having 'twin' beds comes in handy. The best part, enjoying every moment of life 😊🍅

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

I am sure more tips and tricks will be coming, Gilbert. We are enjoying learning new things about Alf all the time.

[@GrandAdventure]

Well done, folks! Those newer A-frames are fairly impressive in what they can pack into a smaller package. Wish our Tundra had the power rear window! (Although it admittedly wouldn't do us much good now with a shell on the bed, but still...) We did over $5,000 worth of damage to our travel trailer in an incident in our first month of trailer ownership (and right in our own front yard, no less), so tongue jack wheel and tight turns or not, you're doing well by comparison. 😉

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thank you for such a great comment and encouragement! We are having a great time so far!

[@robincross4625]

I also have a Forrest River A-Frame Hard SIded camper. I tow it with a Toyota Highlander but don't want to tackle the Rockies unless I have more umph. When backing a short trailer like these having the rear seat windows down and the rear hatch open helps with communication. I have on order 2 cameras and one small [7 inch] video monitor. Mount one camera to the tow vehicle rear to view the ball and hitch. Mount the other camera at the rear of the Camper so that while towing a regular rear view is available just like a windshield mirror.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

We took our Toyota Tundra over the Rockies in July. We made it and didn’t have issues. We live rolling down that window in the back to back up. We did get walkie talkies for my birthday this year. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us! Take care! Kay

[@KandJDaybyDay]

Oh a heated mattress sounds great some camping during those colder months! I used to drive a box truck for work and always had a hard time backing it into spaces. Can't imagine how much harder it must be with a full-size camper!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

I bet you would do great at backing up. You guys would communicate like bosses and get it done well. 😄 Thanks for your comments

[@AOKUrbanHomestead1]

Again, I love that trailer. Very cool for sure

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thanks so much, Thack. So fun!

[@adventureswithLK]

Yes, I know the towing issues very well. I also have a full size Tundra, great minds think alike, and a boat. When hooked up it is 46ft long. The biggest issue that gets me on almost every long trip is when I forget I am towing and I look in the rear view mirror and think for a split second that it is another car tailgating me. Makes my heart skip a beat every time.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

HAHA! This is a great comment, Lance. I am sorry I missed it until now.

[@janie2shoes537]

Nice little camper !!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thank you, Janie!

[@bobw.991]

Great video, I also need a check list. My wife and I have a rough time remembering all the little things, being in our 60's. We haven't broke anything yet but I don't trust myself. We have a Coachmen Clipper, not with dorm, or head, but made by Forest River like yours, so I can relate to your experiences better than all the Aliner videos. Thanks so much, I am subscribed.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Happy you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching! We are traveling right now. Sorry for our delayed response. Sounds like you have a nice set up too. Happy travels!

[@NonaMaryGrace1952]

Hi Kay, I camp in a self contained 32 foot Dutchman Classic. We have gone from a 17 foot to a 23 to our present camper. We too make a list for everything we need to bring or do. Saves having to buy when on the road. We have looked at the A frame campers and think they are awesome. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.💕. NonnaGrace

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Lists are so important in our lives. Ha! I appreciate your thoughts too, Grace.

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

Hi guys. Exciting

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

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[@ATJHTRAVELS]

Awsome tips and tricks great video friends sledgehammered that like button

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thank you!!

[@SunsetSeekers]

Congratulations!!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

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[@RODPIKERDRONESUK]

Great video and footage very well done thanks for sharing 🇬🇧

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Thank you

[@seannfawnc2282]

Hi! How has it held up against leaks? We are considering one but that’s our biggest worry. Thanks!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Hi, guys! Thanks for your question! We have had "Alf" for 2 seasons now and have NOT had a leak. We have been through high winds and hail and still haven't had a problem. We do store it in the garage when it is not in use. We are looking forward to season 3 with it this year. All the best in your search. Kay

[@IanYGath]

I am happy all is going well with ALF. My only suggestion would be to spend the $ and join the Good Sam Club. Membership will pay for itself. 🙂👍🏻

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

We have looked into that. Thank you for the suggestion!

[@jeffcombs1238]

We have an older Aliner, and we have the same issue of forgetting it is there sometimes. They are just too easy to tow. This is the model I want to get next. (A213HW or 21TBHW). I am glad you showed how tall the dormer really is. Did you get any of the options? Like the awning/tent on the side? Solar panels? The hanging wardrobe?

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Hi, Jeff. We did not get any of those options. We have full hookups this weekend and will probably test the toilet. 😄 Our camper is prepped for solar and we would like to do that at some point. Happy camping!

[@danl4238]

Greetings Kay and Matt. Two questions about your Flagstaff. How well does the Cool Cat AC cool the trailer in hotter climates? In a storm, does rain ever penetrate the roof or dormer seams? Thanks so much for this helpful video and your reply!

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Hi, Dan. Our AC has worked well all Summer last Summer. June and July were really hot and we went to the desert of Western Colorado with it. We did add a small fan on the floor while we sleep to pull air out from under the bed if we have it set as a king bed. We have been through many rain storms and have not had water inside the rig anywhere. It is garage kept when not in use. I hope this helps. Kay

[@DesmondsDonders]

Even after 30+ years we are still learning :-)

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

I figured. Actually, I was thinking Desmond would just park himself now. 😄 thanks David!

[@DesmondsDonders]

@@HappyTrailsHiking I have heard that there are some modern vehicles that do this but elderly gents like Desmond do not have that facility. LOL

[@PidasianHippie]

I bet it is even more difficult remembering that you are towing with the A-frame than a regular TT. I forget my Casita is back there sometimes until I look in the rear view mirror. You don't have that so much.

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

HAHA! Yes, I bet you do forget too! I must have fallen off the face of the planet when it comes to answering comments! So Sorry about that! Thank you so much for your support!!

[@gosiarhomecooking5123]

Hello , very nice tips, thank You for sharing:) Checklist is always big plus;)

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Thank you so much. I find checklists to help with many things in life.

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

The more you pull it the less you’ll forget I forget too but i Hardy ever pull a trailer much Trying to get away more often

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

Oh yes backing up. Hahaha

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

Wow nice looking place thx

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Hope you can do that! Thanks for your comment.

[@rippinlips5717]

Awesome!

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Thank you!

[@MySliceOfHeavenoutdoors]

It's funny the forgetting works both ways. I drive a landscape trailer everyday. I forget it is back there sometimes and When I don't have It I still think it's back there, lol Just a week or 2 ago i was going down a road and they were working on the road, it was a tight fit. I ask my son how much room he has. He says like a foot. I am inching my way past these workers and they are staring at me. I get through and I say, Crap, I don't have the trailer, lol They were probably wondering what the heck i was doing, lol

[@HappyTrailsHiking]

Lol! Joey, I am sure we will do that at some point. I told Matt and he said that he was happy someone else would do that.

[@hannonadventures]

Very nice vid so

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