There's NOTHING Else Like THIS!! 2022 Rockwood 2514S

[@rickysmom1]

Holy crap....Theater seating.....Murphy bed......Under 30 feet? MADNESS!!!!! I can even live with the carpeted slide. Love it

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

IKR❗️😯

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Heck - under 26ft!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

#witchcraft

[@alandillon6469]

I like everything about this unit. The breakfast bar, Murphy bed, pantry storage, and even the double doors(usually I don't). The small bathroom doesn't even bother me, as it's not the focus of this trailer. Rockwood knocked it out of the park with this personally! Great job Josh👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

No joke - same here. I didn’t expect to like it that much but wow.. took me by surprise

[@Chimp_6]

BRAVO Rockwood .... Standing "O"!!!! One suggestion to ponder is taking that 3 cube wide storage by the rear door down to 2 cubes wide. That could then add 10" - 12" to the bathroom, move the toilet into the corner and add a roomier rectangle shower.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

You're the 2nd or 3rd person to mention this and it's the 2nd or 3rd person with which I've agreed

[@bkjlmays]

@@JoshtheRVNerd as a big guy the shower is the one thing I don't like about this model. Everything else is perfect.

[@carltuckerson7718]

The trick is getting the Murphy bed to look good when it's in couch mode. Don't want a bunch of stuff spilling out and it absolutely has to be vertical. What I like about what Rockwood did is that they got the legs to look like trim which finishes it nicely in my opinion.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Agreed!!

[@nicoleogden8210]

My husband and I own this exact model and it's our 2nd Rockwood TT. We will never own another brand! Also, we will ALWAYS have the murphy bed. No ones does the murphy bed like Rockwood. They truly are a piece of gorgeous furniture and just stunning. Anyone even remotely considering a TT with a murphy bed should look at these. You won't be disappointed.

[@stevez340]

Whether it’s a porcelain toilet, a ladder, a standard solar package to help keep the 12 volt fridge running or a full queen mattress etc, Rockwood is offering their customers all of the things that are missing in so many other RVs these days👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

They’re the gold standard right now

[@suzieblackburn5128]

I love this floorplan the 2 doors, breakfast bar, theater seating, all the storage. Hit it out of the park!!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Man I know.. this thing is straight beastmode

[@rogereide]

I absolutely love this floor plan. It has to be close to the perfect couples camper

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I was shocked at how much I liked it

[@lindacesario7654]

This was my FAVORITE travel trailer, ever! It appears they have done away with it in 2023, in both the Rockwood and the Flagstaff!! As a couple that never uses a dinette, hates bunkhouses, loves theater seating, and wants additional seating for our camp friends, this was perfect. Room for people and dogs, without tripping over each other, and able to be inside without being claustrophobic. There are a lot of couples with no kids, but lots of friends, that value the extra comfortable seating. I am so sad that they didn't really give this model a chance.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

They did.. she’s retired. i don’t get it. This thing was a MONSTER

[@marysaltlife1427]

Wonderful layout! You always have the winners to show us. Cant believe all the kitchen counterspace and storage. LOVE IT! Great foot pattern distinguishes areas.👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY Mary! It's easy when you have brands like Rockwood on your team. They always find a way to kill it

[@keithwick6170]

I absolutely LOVE IT when there’s a sit down counter with stools in the kitchen. That, a Murphy bed, bunks, and shorter and lighter would be my perfect trailer!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Same. Takes me back to my childhood. Gets me every time

[@rayramsey6711]

I like the light interior with the dark seats. The doors are perfect when the slide out is closed. The kitchen is great. This RV has a ton of outside storage. This is a great model. Rockwood hit a home run with this one. I love it! P.S. Dinofas instead of dinnettes!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I feel like this one kinda slipped thru and didn't quite get the initial fanfare it deserved, but it's one of those that seriously stands a chance at being their top selling model in a year or two

[@jimmoore7725]

I like it, I like it, I like it! My favorite manufacturer. I showed this to my wife and told her how good it would look in the driveway on Christmas morning!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I mean that makes sense to me!

[@ricknolte6846]

This hits all the marks for just me and the pups. Never been a fan of dinettes except for the storage and this unit has storage more than covered. 12volts Yes! Torsion axles and Goodyears. And a murphy bed I could like. Also rack and pinion slide is a nice plus. Didn't think you could get that much living space in under 30 feet.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I've been waiting for more brands to start shoving the fridge into that sofa slide. Makes a HUGE difference in feeling. Couple that with the murphy bed opening things up and man.. you got a winner

[@jameskennedy673]

We not Murphy bed people but this one would be an exception. Love the exterior colors and interior colors, as far as the table, must of the time we set in our recliners while eating. Love your excitement and humor. 👍👍👍👍👍on an another great video, have a blessed day today and God Bless, keep’m coming

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

High marks!! Thx James

[@outdoorsman2b918]

Love the storage, the travel accessibility and the breakfast bar. My favorite Mini Lite floorplans are the 2513S and 2507S. For me it is weird these two that popular when you can party with those outside kitchens .

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I see a trend there. Very similar layouts those two -- one just has a murphy and the other a fixed bed.

[@outdoorsman2b918]

@@JoshtheRVNerd and best outside kitchens. Not only both cooking equipments next to each other to be able to deal with a full meal but, if you want say cook seafood or game, will not be nice to be able do it outside? Also bigger outside fridge and cabinets, with a sink. Probably I will plug on of those countertop icemaker. Beers and Whiskey.

[@kathleenjettlund7617]

I really like that they changed the color of the floor so it's not so grey! My 2021 2205 has a lot of grey in the floor and that is the one thing I don't like about the trailer. I also like the dark fabric and light wood. I would work from the counter. Might swap out the stools with one that has a back. I'm liking the shades behind the bed. The only thing that it doesn't have and is not a deal-breaker is the fireplace.

[@bbredhead70]

Love the double door. Literally EVERYTHING my husband & I have been looking for. Including size!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Good choice! This one hit me like wrecking ball..

[@MrTommy001]

We're not even looking for a new trailer but we watched this whole video - because it's a really cool trailer! I got here from RVTravel and Tony's review of this unit. The open floor plan is great! We always say our trailer parties 8 but only sleeps 2. This trailer would probably fit that bill to a "T". The breakfast bar is what's missing in our current trailer. Nice review, Josh.

[@joeerau]

Josh, you provide a picture of the floor plan and the specifications. Could you also include the MSRP of the unit at the time of your video so potential customers are able to determine if the cost of the trailer is within the range they are willing to spend? Emphasizing on the date shown so that inflation can be understood as a factor if viewed months later.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I could provide a figure sure. But it would be unreliable. Mfg pricing changes regularly So the only way I can provide a meaningful figure is via a link to our site that always has current and relevant data. People don’t realize how long these videos “live” and how much pricing can update. It’s one click. Costs you nothing. Doesn’t require a phone call.

[@hallraker79]

Way too big for me, but I love Murphy beds. The bar stools are a nice touch, and I love the rest of the seating. If I had a bigger tow vehicle and didn't want bunks for the kids, I'd put this one on my list. I don't mind dinettes, but as a "vertically enhanced" person, getting my knees under those tables is often a challenge. I can handle it for a weekend or even a week long trip, especially as I plan to eat most meals outside, but if I were a full timer or even just spending the whole summer at a site, I'd opt for seating like this. You need Emmett's double decker couch for the double decker diner!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I THOUGHT OF THAT!! Lego movie is amazing

[@hallraker79]

@@JoshtheRVNerd haha it's in pretty much constant rotation here!

[@rosemarydoran9907]

This is an amazing floorplan! Absolutely love it! With the exception of the very small amount of carpet in the slide, I can't find fault with anything! Great counter space and appliances and the storage is unbelievable! True a bit bigger bathroom would be ideal but it is functional.The living room seating space is terrific. Maximum function in minimum space. I am definitely on "Team Dinofa"! You could do a great rainy day buffet set up on the tall kitchen counter space. Or it would be a good spot for kiddos to eat breakfast (would require the hide-a-bed for kid sleeping space). Just excellent!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

#teamdinofa #doublesinofa!!

[@sherriweber7105]

This is a nice Rockwood. Not yo bad at all. I love the Murphy bed. Love the pantry wardrobe. The radious shower looks ok! I like the theater seats. I love you showed you can see the tv from the bath room too! You are funny Josh with those voices that sounds scary. Thank you Josh for showing this Rv. Hope you had a great Fourth of July!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY Sherri. Hope the holiday treated you well :)

[@garypalm831]

Josh I love your videos But I want to clarify one thing the solar panel and Inverter are standard in 20 22 models. We ordered a 2022 Mini light 25 0 7. After watching your video I called up Rockwood and talked to a Rockwood representative and they said it it is standard and it will be on your camper When it comes in. Our order finally arrived that we ordered in July and we have the 2 way gas electric refrigerator and/or and we have the solar panel and inverter Standard. I called after watching this video because when you ordered we wanted the solar panel there was no option to order it only only an extra solar panel. Anyway Josh it is standard Whether you get the 12 V refrigerator or or the gas electric refrigerator.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

That's a more recent update I didn't catch on the build sheets. TY for pointing this out. I'm glad they made that change as it was kind of murky for folks for a while

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

3:24 now THIS decor is 🤩 #PERFECT Darker upholstery paired with lighter everything else looks nice & makes sense + even the slide box trim/facia is light with a thin dark accent strip (looks much better than a big dark hunk of wood)‼️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽👍🏽🙌🏽

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty sir

[@aaronkidd5548]

That is the first Murphy I would actually consider. Great counter space. Nice product. Great info per usual. Thank you RV-Nerd.

[@aaronkidd5548]

Minus the shade curtains. (Whatever the proper term is) I actually have those in mine and I do not care for them. I would think that would be an easy, after market, fix. Who knows. Peace.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

The roll down shades? Often called "slow rise"

[@brianm1916]

I love seeing new floorplans. Rockwood did really good with this one.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

This one is funny It’s so familiar Yet so unique

[@ninji5226]

Rockwood does murphy beds like no other. I actually wanted a bunkhouse model with the murphy bed but I couldn't afford a Rockwood (you actually get what you pay for with those) and every other manufacturer's murphy bed models felt......undercooked so to speak. Couples campers always have the best layouts and this one is a standout.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Theirs are categorically superior and I'll fight anyone who says otherwise right now lol

[@ninji5226]

@@JoshtheRVNerd I'm looking forward to the convergence of me no longer needed a bunkhouse and actually being able to afford a Rockwood, right around retirement age.

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

22:11 I too would have thought it’s a waste in such a short RV, however… it works perfectly for this layout‼️✌🏽🚪🚪👍🏽👍🏽

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Agree!!

[@t-man152]

Ah yes! Another new, great camper. Thanks.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Our pleasure!

[@jodibeaver6092]

Just so everyone knows, when you drop something behind the Murphy bed you can access that hidden compartment the bed folds into by unscrewing the panel inside the front side compartments and can reach over into that hidden compartment. Had to do it twice so far.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY. I should do a better job of mentioning that. Appreciate you pointing this out

[@oldgeek5946]

This is my favorite. I've been waiting for your video. Dying to see one live.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I was surprised. Didn’t expect to like it this much

[@charlenestone3564]

My favorite floor plan. I 🤍 the white exterior over the poopy/muddy 💩. The only other thing I would prefer is if the took out the one storage cabinet nearest the 🚿 bathroom 🪥 to give more room around the toilet 🚽. My husband and I both get such a kick 🤣 out of you Josh!!! Keep up the great and amusing job!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty Charlene!!

[@jennifer1996xxxx]

Oh my! I got to hand it to Rockwood, this is a beautiful RV. Yes Josh, I remember Brown on Brown on Brown. 😆 Plus this camper can go to any state park! I love the size, and it does feel really big on the inside. And you don't really need a table in that kind of situation. The dino-fa is perfect. Thank you 💯 #teambish

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

You’re the best Jennifer

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

17:24 #RoadMode #NailedIt 🙌🏽 + ✌🏽 couches to nap on 🛋 🛋 w/o needing to pull the bed down 🛏 for travel naps (even though it can be down with the slide in) 😴

[@arsxs04]

I need this with bunks for the kids.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

That would be this one! m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZ7dg5KIrbWGo7M

[@tagg5243]

Oh Gosh, I have pondered over quite a few Rockwood designs everything from the 30 foot 5th wheels, to the 2613 Ultralite to quite a few of the mini's as they pack so many great features into a small camper. I currently have a Coachmen 248RBS, but not real happy with the lack of counter top space now that we live in the age of Covid as well as lack of coat storage space, so no eating out for us anytime soon. Soooo, I have been looking at the minis because I love the Azdel product. This model has incredible storage, counter top space and I love the breakfast bar. I'm just wondering how loud is the AC in this design? The best feature of the 248RBS is being able to close the bedroom door. I have a LQ horse trailer and it can get quite loud with the AC, but I am in the Gooseneck area so basically right above it. I wish I could hear and see a video with the AC on. This model is definitely on my short list. Most folks go bigger and I am looking at going smaller so I can fit in more remote camping areas. Josh, thanks for you indepth videos. It is very much appreciated!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I did _not_ expect to like this one as much as I did. As you mentioned the counter space and storage are beyond compare in this size/class. It's a sleeper that knocks you off your feet

[@nicoleogden8210]

I own this floor plan. The AC is about as loud as your would expect with no door/wall to block it. However, with it being as open as it is, it cools quickly and runs very little. We have the 15K unit, too, and it's nominal on the noise.

[@auntiefan4202]

Breakfast bars are awesome!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I have always been a sucker for them

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

@@JoshtheRVNerd // with or without granola⁉️ 🤔 oh 😯 not that kind of “breakfast bar” 🤦🏽‍♂️❗️ 😉

[@robdove4105]

I would like to see a few mods to this floor plan. A full width larger bathroom even if it means getting rid of the outside kitchen and adding a bit of length. An updated solar package with 3 or 4 panels and a large enough inverter to run everything in the rv including an ac unit. Go with the full size 12 volt fridge. The smaller soft start ac from the geo pro would likely be ok. Add in two or three of the 400 amp hour lithium batteries. Couple this with the sport package for extra ground clearance and we would have a camper for traveling that could avoid campgrounds for quite a wile as well as enjoy extended stays off grid at more remote spots. I suspect it would still be able to get into state parks and national parks and handle rough roads when the need arises. Right now this is the camper I am most interested in followed by the 2516.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Both winners! 2516 has that bigger bath you like as well!!

[@hollyjohnson4217]

🤔 maybe a smaller pantry to expand the bathroom? Because there is no outside kitchen on this floorplan.

[@joannmyodagirl1313]

(Applaud, Applaud!!!)👋 Absolutely love this one!!! Wow!!! Came back to watch it again. No dinette...thank you, Rockwood! Double dinofa. Yes!!! Love the Murphy bed. Just not a fan of the bathroom. 😞 Ugh! That shower. But like the storage. 😀 And roller shades...thank you! Really nice looking camper! Like this exterior. And great awning patio space too. Great info, Josh! You are always so informative!!! Thank you!!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY Joann! I still can't believe they got ALL OF THAT into a 26ft tip to tail length

[@eandjbyrne5784]

We didn’t know if we would like the dinofa table. Our old trailer had the dinette table. After spending 11 nights in our new MicroLite - We LOVE that Dinofa table! We have so much room in our trailer that during meals we sat with the table in front of theater seating then moved it at the foot of the bed. We also used it for meal preparation - rolled out dough for pies, also cut up vegetables for soups, etc. our vote would be for less dinettes and more theater seating!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Actual Owner Feedback is THE BEST!! Thank you two so much for sharing!! Congratulations!!

[@johncoyne7004]

Nice looking rig. We started with a trailer but traveling in the south and not having a genset for ac didn’t work out so well. Making a rest stop or quick nap was like being in a parked car with the windows rolled up. Quickly moved to a class a for just that reason. Hope it helps someone

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah. Rough. Gets hot and stuffy quick in these.

[@danielletalerico2889]

I hope they plan on bringing this unit back into production and they are just revising the bathroom or something even though I hate radius showers I would have overlooked it in this case cuz this floor plan was one of the best Murphy bed floor plans in the industry I can't believe they discontinued it. I hope Rockwood is listening and they bring this one back

[@MrNickb-s500]

Murphy beds I'm not a fan of but this is a Stellar Layout 👍👍👍👍👍and design! The Murphy bed is not a deal breaker 😊😊👍👍👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think this is one you really don't have to use as a murphy bed. If it were just myself and my wife, then I think I'd use it like a 2205S and just leave the bed down. But if we had guests, then blow that living space wide open by putting the bed away and having party central in there

[@michiganprospector8209]

Cool trailer. Thanks for mentioning inverted receptacles in bedroom ( CPAP Boondocking ). Many rv presenters fail do do so or no others have them.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

My pleasure! Most of what I share originates as customer requests. Just listening to our audience!!

[@monzon529]

This is nice. I would not mind this one bit to travel for work. Perfect size for my ram rebel.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

What kind of work keeps you traveling?

[@monzon529]

@@JoshtheRVNerd welding inspection

[@zonacrs]

Thanks Josh. Love the double doors for travel access with the slide in. Bathroom breaks with the slide in are at least doable, but would be a pain if overnighting with the slide in. Pretty much a larger 2205S with 2 doors and more room/storage at the expense of walk through space with the slide closed. That extra 2 feet is really well thought out! As is, I'd really like to see it with no carpet.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah if a 2205S and a 2507S had a baby I think this would be it

[@crazycritterlady8788]

The only things I don't like is that small shower, and no camp kitchen, but a camp griddle will work. Otherwise a great camper I'm keeping it in mind.

[@rsmartin68]

Nice. Great layout, well equipped, small and lite. Personally, I like the dinettes, prefer the larger U ones. Great for playing cards with the gang if the weather outside is less than desirable, but I do love the breakfast bar. Awesome storage in the pantry. Personally, I'd lose a door. I get the folks that want travel access, but I have never seen a RV "Mouchdocking" in a parking lot without their slides out. Added it the " Get the boss to view later " list. We've come close to getting a Murphy bed model before and it's wasn't as cool as this one.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

This is about the best Murphy setup I have seen in a long while

[@rsmartin68]

@@JoshtheRVNerd 100% agree. They did it right.

[@CC-fx4nn]

Kitchen looks great on this floorpan with lots of interior storage. Even if you did not use the breakfast bar, it is good that it adds to the kitchen counter space. It looks like they packed a lot of usability and utility into a smaller length, which is a good thing when it is time to tow the trailer. I do wish Rockwood would move the sewage tank blade valves up inside the sealed bottom of the trailer. This would help keep them from freezing in the cold weather.

[@zonacrs]

Agreed. Crockpot, coffee pot or Instant pot parking if needed. Name your appliance. I really like this one. Bathroom access would be a pain if you have to overnight with the slide in.

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

7:12 depends on the layout; I like the storage a dinette provides, but they don’t fit/work in some layouts (like this) 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Fair 25rds cougar definitely rocks a dinette

[@shannonlayton8677]

I like the double doors, less foot traffic to the bathroom. And Road Mode.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It has a really fun “flow” if you have guests over

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

0:08 just from the top down layout… there may a new contender for favorite RV❗️🤔💭🧐

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It might be my new favorite mini over the 2516S which is saying a lot

[@jofrazier-hansen4097]

What's behind the door #1? Under the snack/ breakfast bar. I do like the floor plan.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

This thing rocks

[@nicoleogden8210]

That little door under the bar stools is an access panel to plumbing. Very handy and they made it look nice instead of just screwing a piece of paneling on the wall.

[@mchamlin02]

Very nice layout and exterior design. I like the contrasting colors that you ordered. I'm glad you mentioned the 2 doors though. The bed door does seem like it's not needed. A larger window may make up for the added wall space.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I could see losing the bed-door. Wondering if that’s a fire code requirement..

[@dfwvtxman]

Love the livingroom space but HATE a radius shower.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I hear that regularly. In a smaller camper I think it’s an issue of space availability But there’s also stuff like a freedom express in a similar size with a nice squares off shower like this one m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2iTqaF8pth-ZqM

[@Dspal32]

wow. This layout is incredible. We have an Flagstaff Epro 19FD that we bought just under 2 years ago. We have been on the lookout for something to give us more room for us and our 90 lb Aussie. The flexibility of this floor plan and the ability to get the bed down with the slide in is a gamechanger for us. I guess my only two concerns are the carpet on the slide and the tightness of the toilet area. Surely it can't be a tighter fit on the toilet than my Epro could it? What are your thoughts Josh. I know you have reviewed the Geopro 19FD.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks for watching! Btw -- what's the dog's name :) Bathroom is slightly bigger than your epro. Can't be tighter. Toilet space may be similar but the shower is larger overall.

[@Dspal32]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Dogs name is Duke. Most popular pooch at every campground we go to. Loves people especially kids. How long do you think it will be before the carpetless ones will start showing up? I'm assuming 2023 at the earliest.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

@@Dspal32 I do not have any info as to when that may happen unfortunately.

[@nicoleogden8210]

We own this floor plan and have a mini aussie name Roxie. We paid for the indoor/outdoor protection but honestly, the carpeting is so slight, it doesn't seem like an issue for cleanliness. On the bathroom size, my husband is 6'1" and he has no complaints about the toilet use. He also loves the shower in this one, the corner gives him plenty of elbow room, the skylight helps and the glass doors he said he likes better than the old curtain. I'm only 5'2" so there isn't any complaint from me:)

[@crimsonjesus7803]

Nice idea for a floorplan. I'm definitely on the side of more dinofas/less dinnettes. For me personally, the L shaped kitchen counter and sink/breakfast bar kill it for me. Portrudes too much into the living space. This model would be a much more openly spacious version (with better guest capacity) of the 2205S if they used the same kitchen counter/sink arrangement as the 2205S and deleted the breakfast bar. Add an electric fireplace too. The double doors on this one would really help outshine the lack of natural air and light on the camp side of the 2205S. If they make one like i just described, I'm sold.

[@kathleenjettlund7617]

I love my fireplace on my 2205s.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Opinions vary and that’s ok for sure. But I am telling you - see this one in person before passing final judgment. It’s fantastic

[@nicoleogden8210]

Having camped in this already I can tell you that the kitchen is a dream and it really doesn't intrude on your space. We have had 4 adults walking around inside together and it NEVER feels cramped. Oh yeah, and a 40 lb dog. It is spacious without being overkill.

[@crimsonjesus7803]

@@nicoleogden8210 Thank you for your input. I'm eager to see this one in person, just waiting for my local Rockwood dealer to get one in.

[@loneapple440]

Thanks for a great informative video!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

This one was truly my pleasure. Might be my favorite new mini.. which is saying a lot because that 2516S is amazing

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

21:27 I like it has the NASCAR Pit Crew Stabilizer Jacks (manual power drill)❗️👍🏽👍🏽

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

My preference as well on these

[@chrisrowland2223]

Definitely prefer a dinofa over a traditional dinette. Unless they are using a versa-lounge then that is in its own league. I love how Rockwood does the rockstar moves with their units. This one looks like it is made for easy travelling access. I wish more units had the kitchen breakfast bar and open space in the kitchen Me personally I would be okay shrinking the rear pantry some to add space in the bathroom, since fluffy people like me need a little wiggle room. I like having the outside shower centered on the back, giving access for the awning area /rear door and the sanitation /dump station. Again Rockwood knocks another unit out of the park with balancing everything out.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think if they didn’t already have a 2205S from which a LOT of elements in this rv were borrowed a revised bath may have been in order. I really like your give and take on it though

[@chrisrowland2223]

@@JoshtheRVNerd I do the same thing on Matt's RV Reviews, I was taught from school to never complain unless I had at least 1 possible solution to counter or solve it.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

@@chrisrowland2223 I appreciate that. I pass a LOT of comments onto brand managers. But sometimes I see someone say something like "stupid it doesn't have a camp kitchen." When I mention "I'm really just not sure where one could fit. Do you have any ideas?" I usually get responses like "no they should figure that out" or "yeah this one does it" (then a link to a massively different floor plan that doesn't help) If someone can't tell me a viable alternative, then I don't really have any ability to assist in sharing that idea. So trust me when I said: *I appreciate what you do!* I'm sure Matt does as well :)

[@daviddrury9869]

I've been waiting a long time for you to review this model and you didn't disappoint. The elevated bar is the only reason my wife will consider a murphy bed. The two doors and darker furniture works great. I saw a small electric fireplace at Lowe's that might fit next along the wall next to the refrigerator and the wall even has an outlet for it. Just don't forget to move it before bringing the slide in. The bathroom is much smaller than I like but how much time do you really spend in there anyway? This model is now in play with the 252rbs when we are ready to purchase. We would also get rid of those stools and replace them with padded chairs with backrest. The perfect little couples camper.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

So here's how impressed with this unit I am : → Originally from the floor plan print I thought it was going to be stupid. → But Had requests for some & ordered some anyway → Walked up to it with a chip on my shoulder → Opened the door and was blown away immediately → I don't watch RV videos. I just don't have time. Not even my own. → I've watched this 3-4 times myself → Might be my new favorite mini lite which says a lot considering how impressed I am with that 2516S

[@daviddrury9869]

I am very impressed with that 2516s as well. However, sitting at the theater seating it looks like your boxed in and doesn't seem to have a open feeling about it. I haven't walked in one yet so I could be totally wrong. 2516s is still in my top three though. Keep up the good reviews.

[@edfairchild3571]

We too were interested in seeing a 2516s but couldn’t find one that we could actually walk into. I was concerned about the sitting area feeling cramped and only having seating for 2 people. The kitchen, bathroom and bedroom seem very nice. The 2516s was top on our list until we walked into a 2514s. It followed us home

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

@@edfairchild3571 That's exactly how I feel. Love the bedroom on that 2516S for sure. Best in class hands down. But the overall space/feel/function of this one? Wow..

[@nicoleogden8210]

As an owner of this floor plan, BUY IT. You will not be disappointed.

[@kenp9469]

That is a nice unit. I like the idea, of the dark with the light.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I haven’t seen a color combo from Rockwood this year I dislike

[@deboraherman9244]

Just thought of something for the top of the bed, in the murphy bed, when it's in travel mode. Have a net go over the mattress and latch to some kind of hooks on the side of the bed. That away if you don't have time to make it, the net would hold everything in place, nothing hanging out on the sides, neat as can be. Let the fun begin.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

There are buckle straps for exactly that actually

[@deboraherman9244]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Morning, Thanks, I did notice them, but was looking at the gap that is in it. Then I thought of the bed spread and the cupped corners, that could work as the netted straps. Thanks again, have a great weekend.

[@SharaBinghamMills]

The interior floor plan does look different. Is it because the refigerator is on the other side of the kitchen? These size trailers don't usually have bar stools either do they? This is one time I really like having the free floating table. And theres storage under the couch under the murphy bed! You can barley tell that murphy bed is there. Not a lot of direct kitchen storage but they make up for it in the pantry which is ample. You are right about that counter space. Bathroom leaves a bit to be desired for fluffier people. Bummer about the bed. It's a good thing to know though. I was just about to write, I'm going to leave the bed down all the time. I like the two doors for access to the important stuff you need to get to, the potty, the kitchen, the bed.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Fridge is in the slide which differentiates it from most Rockwood’s - especially those with a rear bath and entry like this one

[@greghomestead8366]

Double dinofa? Oooooh double points 👍😁 Have a Jesus filled day everyone Greg in Michigan

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Lol I was literally waiting for you to chime in on that! :)

[@bobbyp6738]

we just picked up our 26fkbs and that shit rocks

[@markl7380]

I prefer one door option. Never understood why you needed the extra door to the bedroom unless in travel mode it gives you access to the bathroom.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I do agree that front door seems "extra" in this one. If I had to guess I would estimate the back half of the RV was cut/pasted from the 2205S while the front was built off the 2507S idea. The 2nd door was probably not intentional but since it didn't hurt anything they likely just kinda way "meh.. why not?" Just a theory. But it's how Rockwood Rolls

[@stevenkaskus6173]

Like this one only concern is the cloth shade that is by the stove. Maybe they should have put the stove oven down at the far right and m over the other storage cab/drawers in center so gives you a large open prep space between the sink and stove and where the window is no concern about the stove for fire, heat or grease.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

They have to abide by fire code items so i can’t imagine it’s within a dangerous distance

[@scottbarth7155]

I keep my dinette in bed mode, prop some pillows around the edges and use it as a less than ideal sofa. Even when I eat i got some tv trays so i don't have to mess with putting it up and down. Dinettes are wasted space.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I do see a purpose for them in some models. But something like this? Man... MAN I think the double dinofa is perfect

[@kennethjinkins8967]

take it ez Josh , ha ha ha , have a great weekend

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

NEVUR!!

[@michaelboileau713]

I LOVE this unit!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Seriously might be my new favorite mini lite. I didn’t expect to like it THIS much

[@annegibson6072]

Love this. One question is can you purchase an extra table?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

We would need to special order it from the factory but the short answer is “sure”

[@SamuelJMartinIII]

4:02 kitchen 🤩

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

IKR

[@BryTunesMusic]

Love it, but why two doors on a compressed floor plan? Unnecessary extra weight?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Doors aren't a significant weight variance (some for sure, but nothing to write home about). I suspect it's because they quite literally started this model by copy/pasting the front and back half of two different RVs together. Just a guess though. The front door likely doesn't NEED to be there but rockwood always does +1 more than they "need" to

[@HarryHawk]

Can the theater seat be removed and a office desk space be installed in its place? If so, this would be the most amazing live and work trailer.

[@Sadiehikes]

I agree!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Not from the factory but there’s only a couple small brackets hold it in place

[@joekelly9412]

One of the drop Frame side storage would make a great laundro basket

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I could see that..

[@edfairchild3571]

Josh, what is it that breaks if you travel with the Murphy bed down? We recently brought the Flagstaff version (25FBS) home. Have only played with it in the driveway so far and with salt on the roads now it will be awhile before we use it. Answering a couple comments, the blind over the stove is an aluminum mini blind. I didn’t think 2 doors were necessary until I backed it into my storage building and found that I cannot open the rear door in storage and will definitely want the rear door for great kitchen/bathroom access. The toilet is ceramic. Ours has the 12 v fridge and 1 190 watt solar panel….there is plenty of room for more panels.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

The locking mechanism can get busted out of its mounting points

[@edfairchild3571]

Thanks Josh

[@StratRider]

I'm on the fence about the "dinofa" thing as I really do like the stability of a dinette table when using a laptop. If Rockwood is listening though - having that rear door open into the bathroom would have been an amazing change.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I’ve seen that done a few times. Ty

[@Cdashner59]

Thanks for doing these videos. Yours are some of the most informative I see. I also appreciate the closed slide videos. Really like this unit, but have a question - we've never considered, nor had a murphy bed. Watching the video, seems pretty easy to fold out of the way, and saw someone elses comment that a thicker mattress would still work with it. A quesiton I have for you (or others) is what do you do with the bed pillows when the bed is in the "up" position? Do those tuck back in with the mattress, or do they have to find a different home for the day?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

You can tuck pillows under that Y-Strap before flipping it shut in theory. I have always been nervous about that and likely would slide my pillow into the bottom of the hanging closet beside the bed under my shirts So it's kind of personal preference

[@nicoleogden8210]

Make your bed like you would normally do, pillows in place at the head. Attach the Y-strap which secures the pillows and blankets. Fold up the bed. It's that simple. We always leave our pillows in place and have never lost one.

[@allme7425]

I would like to see the hideabed option; and if they get rid of the slide carpet(which will prob take 2 years at this rate) I would really consider this one. TX

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don't see why hide-a-bed wouldn't be readily available there now actually

[@jodibeaver6092]

A twin inflatable mattress will fit on the kitchen floor in case you have an extra visitor.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks for the tip!

[@papabearcamaro]

Nice, but still holding out for the new Rockwood 8262RBS.

[@charlestaylor8832]

Interesting floor plan. I like the bar and kitchen space. The switch panel placement is terrible. I’m also not sold on a Murphy bed for this size of camper. But overall very interesting.

[@sgt.grinch3299]

This is a very nice camper. I like it, but I’m looking for a hardcore off-road RV for extended off grid camping. Stay safe Josh.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ember!

[@tremjar1305]

i can see why you guys who do this love your job, sure lots of repeats of same thing different color or such, but seeing so many cool options and combos, from the time i been watching these types of vids i can see how they get better over time, little thing here, little thing there, makes entirely different unit, such as possibilities of going all electric, no need for propane at all, and still off grid capable as long as you live in the desert or sun most of the time, very new setup that exists, but rather rare still. one less pain in the ass and expense you have to put out every so often, just have generator for back up. just getting nicer all around, all models and brands.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah these weirder ones are so much fun I am really looking forward to all the new stuff we haven’t been able to showcase before

[@nicoleogden8210]

My husband and I own this model and this floor plan. I have only one complaint-The wardrobes beside the murphy bed. They are so deep and tall there is no way you can utilize them. They are 38" deep. If you lose a sock in the back it's gone forever. I really wish they would have at least built shelves into it. The cabinet itself is 14" wide but the door frame opening is only 10" so you can't even build slide out shelves worth anything. And because of the 10" door opening we can't even use any kind of basket or container for clothes that makes any sense at all. Finally, my husband decided he was going to just build in his own shelves. But the walls are not showing any place where he could secure anything with screws. So the only option that we can think of is to glue framing to the walls and put a false wall about 30" back to prevent clothes from sliding so far back we can't get to them without a grandma hand grabber. Seriously, as an owner of this floor plan, this is my ONLY complaint. Other than that, this TT is PERFECTION!! Ask me anything about using this camper, I'd be happy to talk about it's awesomeness all day long. :)

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Those deep storage areas are what I call "Elephant Enema" pockets because it looks like that's what you're doing when you reach back there lol TY For sharing this btw.

[@auntiefan4202]

Dinofa is the way of the future. I still like a big dinettes and I cannot lie.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Like this one? m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaiykJx4rtNleKM

[@auntiefan4202]

@@JoshtheRVNerd yissssss, how did I miss that? Oh yeah, 2 sick kiddos for the last 9 days. 🤣

[@jeffbienvenu9937]

I'm a tried and true dinettes are poo crowd. When we had an RV with one it was always in pampered pooch mode. Nice rig, thanks for showing it.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty Jeff. I feels like it’s a friends and family party house

[@billhennie]

How much Solar power can be put on this one?? Great Layout. For a single or couple without privacy concerns no problem with the curtain. The outside color combo works with my charcoal truck.

[@alandillon6469]

Hey Bill, pretty sure it's expandable to two 190w panels. I'd verify on Rockwood site though.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Factor max is 380w plus portable

[@janmoline]

I love dinettes, when they are done well!!!! Larger, bigger table, decent space between heavy humans and the table, longer benches. The larger/longer means a better booth (far closer to the diner booth experience rather than the eating with elbows glued to your sides) dining AND a true full or queen bed, not the kids bunk most dinettes are relegated to, and better storage that can include large pull out drawers at the bottom and chest style storage in the inner most 1/3 of each bench where the drawers can't reach. The best dinettes also have very sturdy tables. Done well, dinettes are great small space multi-purpose spaces!! Done poorly they can be a complete waste of space!! The folding tables can be convenient with in and out options. Again if those are done right they are great, poorly they are shakey, too narrow, and in the way.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Actually agree. I just see a lot of janky dinettes

[@bugatti314159]

The length in the specs says 25'10". How is that measured? From the hitch to the bumper or is it only coach dimensions?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Tip to tail. Maximum total length

[@danroberts1298]

Whats better for resale, dinnette, theater seating or sleeper sofa?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

No difference

[@pennyscott8495]

Josh, are there any RV's that have a bedroom ANDa Murphy guest bed.? You're the go to it guy

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I've never seen it but I don't know why. It's a brilliant idea. In a sense I suppose it's really not MUCH different from a conventional "couple's camper" with a tri-fold hide-a-bed.

[@bgauweiler]

So Josh, Any insight as to why Rockwood dropped this floorplan/model from its 2023 offering?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I was so sad to see this one retired! This thing is amazing! But.. to the point.. the reason a mfg stops building something is simple.. they didn’t sell enough of them Shocks me this wasn’t more popular

[@stevebruck9782]

It would be perfect with bathroom and camp kitchen from 2507s

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Could be cool! New 2513s has that but private bedroom

[@user-iz2ug8gc7o]

Do you know if a thicker mattress will still allow the murphy bed to close. RV mattresses are almost always awful and need to be replaced! :)

[@rickysmom1]

If you can't change the mattress you might be able to get nice memory foam topper and still get it to close up.

[@jamiegam4s]

Was gonna ask this too

[@edfairchild3571]

We have not slept on ours yet but we did add a foam mattress pad on top of the mattress and it functions fine

[@user-iz2ug8gc7o]

@@edfairchild3571 Thanks!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

A BIT - but not much bigger. Foam topper is the real go to solution here

[@wgb_jd]

Can you swap out the mattress on these if it is roughly the same thickness, or is weight also a concern?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

You should be able to, yes. Weight shouldn't be a problem since it locks both up and down.

[@nicoleogden8210]

The first thing we did was replace the mattress with an 8" memory foam mattress. You could go up to 10" but I am paranoid about weight management and not overloading our truck. We tow with a 2018 RAM 1500 Big Horn and it's well within the range but I still am obsessed with not going anywhere near the limit.

[@johngori6518]

Love it, but I'd love it more if they lost the rear side door and converted that area into a tool/storage area with a mini door (more of an access hatch really like they have on some other models) on the back to load in bikes, etc., from behind the trailer. For those that pack a few kids the area could be a bunkroom. Like the theater seating as I'd be using that area for "work on the go" with this trailer. Even better since there is the murphy bed dinofa would be something more oriented towards using it as a workspace when not watching the TV like a fold out table from the arm that would be easier to have the keyboard on.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Interesting. I think if a door were to be lost, then I'd rather lose the front door. But either way it does feel like maybe this model has one more door than it needs. At the same time I also kind of like how this camper has a sort of "Front door living room and back door kitchen" kind of feel

[@ripleymike]

I love this unit except for one deal killer for me. It only has a 30 gal gray water tank with 54 gal fresh water tank. We want to do some boondocking and I am afraid based on past experience the 30 gal gray tank is not going to be enough. I wish it had a 50 gallon or at least a 40 gallon tank. I am also not a big fan of the radius shower because I am a big guy but from the video it looks like it might work for us as it appears to be a deep one. Everything else about this unit we love. I hope they will improve the gray tank and we will buy it.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks Mike. It’s a fair point. Ty

[@nicoleogden8210]

We actually do boondocking in this camper. The 54 gallon freshwater lasts us 3-4 days. We have an outdoor shower tent we set up and in that we put a portable toilet and also use a 5 gallon solar shower. Using both of those means we don't typically put a drop of water into our waste tanks. Our toilet is VERY basic and just collects waste into a bag that we tie up and store in a separate can with a lid (along with the dog's poop bags). We drop that all in the trash on the way home. BAM!

[@nowayoutstp4]

Rockwood for President!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

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