HUGE Kitchen & Space in a SMALL RV!! 2022 Transcend 200MK

[@iamwhatiam4075]

Loving the bigger kitchens lately. Def makes life easier. Another great little camper. Ty Josh !!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Never had someone trade a camper because “the kitchen was too big”

[@kristapritz4862]

Rear huge kitchen counter , LOVE LOVE LOVE. AND a Queen bed! Thankyou for finding and showing us these jems!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Absolutely my pleasure!

[@jimcramer9656]

@@JoshtheRVNerd you can aggressively fold laundry 😮

[@pattigrigsby9762]

What a great little camper. I would replace the dinette with a sofa and a floating table if you are stuck inside. Nice kitchen plenty of storage and prep area.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

That’s exactly what I think I would do with the same trailer

[@guerro327]

Haha, on the 24 model they moved those two lights over the bed to where Josh wanted them.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I haven't seen it yet - that's good to know :)

[@jameskennedy673]

Josh we put up with you, because we ❤️you. You’re honest, down to earth, humorous, etc. It’s great that you’re Transending

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Who would've Imagined it? I catch Reflecting on the idea during my Solitude. But these videos sure seem to be gaining Momentum.

[@Rbl7132]

I bought this exact model (but with the home theater seats instead of dinette-wanted the dinette)...love it!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Hope she treats you well! Great layout

[@Rbl7132]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Thanks. I watch this video over and over to make sure I made the right choice 🤣

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

☺ Mind dropping me a quick review for the helping hand? It'll cost you nothing and I'd sure appreciate it! g.page/r/CdPcitNVx2nDEAg/review

[@chuckbeecher5468]

We purchased this same model in 2021. Used it all last year and love it. Best by far in its class. And Grand Design stands behind there products. We needed small part and they sent at no charge in just a few weeks.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Service after the sale is a big part of GD

[@Tb0n3]

Weeks? Oof. I know how it usually is, but that shouldn't be acceptable. Pretty much any other industry you'll get it in a few days within a week at least. That aside how has it held up these last 2 years?

[@jimbomaz]

I really like this layout. The only thing I'd change, is the dinette. Rather have a comfortable hideaway or theatre seating.

[@sny1168]

I own a 200mk with theater seating. Really enjoy being able to recline back to snooze or watch tv. Theater seating is long enough for my 6'2" body to comfortably stretch out on.

[@lifeofsree_]

@@sny1168 is it ok to sit on it when it is closed?

[@chuckspencer5296]

Wow... OK, I'll say it... This is almost perfect... The fact that you can get recliners instead of the dinette, an actual place for a trash can, a rectangular shower, a full on queen sized bed with a large and nicely laid out kitchen with an oven and full travel accessibility. I like the headboard pad on the bed and the wet bay area. Just a really great setup here. Then, the weight of this thing, you hardly even went over that Josh!!! along with the 62 gallons of fresh water!!! .. If they would have just put some doors on the cabinet in the bathroom!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It’s pretty awesome overall I think

[@chuckspencer5296]

Yea.... But thinking about my comment.... I guess I should add, this seems like a perfect couples camper (like I would need)... If you've got kidos, might not be the best for you!!!

[@XPLORCAMPER]

Still loving it. This is the first 200MK i have actually seen with the dinette. Ours have the theater seat recliners in it and GD includes a monster table with that option. I was actually shocked by how heavy duty the table is. I am glad to see they have put USB ports on both sides of the bed, ours only have them on one side. Also they have changed the kitchen sink to a double instead of the big farm sink. A quick fix to that curtain that is near the slide is to put a curtain hold back on the wall. The water heater is located under the counter beside the fridge so you certainly test your flexibility when you go to change the bypass valves to winterize. But the water pump is behind the camp side wall in the front storage compartment. And another little nicety is that they included a valve and hose at the water pump to pull your anti-freeze through your water system. Like you said there are a lot of things on this model that you would not expect, like a porcelain toilet. We are extremely happy with our 200MK. Even happier we bought it last summer before the price went up again and again and again... Thanks for this one Josh.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

LOVE input like this from actual owners!! Ty so much and hope you share your insights on our other videos

[@kevenbottenfield527]

Ya, that table is way over built. We just leave it at home. Amazing how heavy it is.

[@sny1168]

I own a 200MK. Remove the black grill below the refrigerator to make easy access to the hot water tank valves.

[@XPLORCAMPER]

@@sny1168 Thanks. I'll try that next time.

[@after.moonrise]

I want to join the RV world. Would this be a good RV to start with? I'd be learning everything from scratch but I so want to travel. ❤

[@7autumn5]

I LOVE this layout with the theater seats option. Every time I see it. Just LOVE. I would definitely get larger vent fans. My husband and I walked through one and he is 6'5" and fit with tennis shoes on. The A/C is slim to the ceiling so he just skimmed under it. He fit in the shower while standing in the skylight, which isn't always true in a 6'6" camper. The steps were a little sketch for someone my husband's size. We would either have to immediately upgrade those or get one of those sav a step things and see how it went.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I like the little legs you attach to the bottom of those steps. Maybe that's what you're referencing?

[@7autumn5]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Maybe?! I found something called a stable step on Amazon. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@judithmoore7892]

Agree with you in substituting a dine-ofa . The octopus hooks were were installed at different heights. That would make me insane.

[@sny1168]

I think what you saw was the lighting shadows made the hooks appear to be installed un level.

[@tedcharp]

Great floor plan. Thanks for sharing Josh👍👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@deangoewey1984]

I bought this model last month while trading in a 2021 Wolf Pup 17JG. I wanted the Ushape dinette but couldn't find one in New York. Every one we found had the theater dinette we we purchased a 2022 Transcend Xplor 200MK with the theater sofa dinette and we love it. This camper has so much room for a 20 foot box. The floor space is huge, the bathroom is big, there is amazing storage and everything about it is quality.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I do really like this layout in general. I’ve yet to see version from the manufacture I didn’t enjoy somehow

[@wapitibob]

Just being cheap, $10 in extra material would make that under bed storage fit the mattress.

[@JandAReview1]

I agree with you Josh, I would love to see a sofa instead of dinette. I wouldn’t mind having a window behind the kitchen sink. The storage under the bed, I wouldn’t mind having that open to the front to slide dirty clothes hamper in there.

[@benbentley3224]

We looked at one last Saturday and it had sofa recliner in place of the dinet

[@JandAReview1]

@@benbentley3224 Awesome!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I believe that’s an available option

[@kb3ejw14]

Love this one,thank you for the heads up Josh.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

My pleasure!

[@donniestankovic8005]

We don't have to put up with you, we just do, because we like you!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😊

[@terryhaynes1596]

Really nice kitchen. If I was a couple I would definitely have the love seat.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

That would be my preference as well I think

[@peggymercer1952]

I always like a dinette, Extra storage. Outside , too, hopefully. Love the kitchen. There's always a challenge When u have corner dead space.. by the fridge. Pretty canisters. Small flower arrangement. I'm good at filling up spaces. Too good !! Clean & pretty.

[@johnnyquest8710]

Nice unit, I’d choose the theater seats. Great kitchen counter space and a decent size bathroom with a shower for we less gravity challenged folks.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

"Less gravity challenged" took me longer than I'm proud to admit to process. Don't never stop not doing nothing.

[@ssgt2002]

This looks amazing. A couch/bed would make this more friendly for the 3 people families.

[@bigbrad3441]

I put up with you because your funny, and the videos have alot of info. Keep it up.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I appreciate that

[@jimmoore7725]

Great review. The corner kitchen cabinet would be difficult for a lot of people. The outside TV connection is in the wrong place. It should be under the canopy. Thanks Josh.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty Jim. Didn’t even think about the tv hookup position

[@randbrand1]

I would like the tri-fold sofa/hide-a-bed with side stands instead of a dinette. Oh, and the free floating table like you get w/the 245RL. Good job Josh. Thank You Sir

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Always my pleasure!! Especially with all this fun new stuff

[@stevenkaskus6173]

Great kitchen space and bigger shower and love the true quern and the walk around space.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks so much!

[@cullinan18]

I love the exterior of the Transcend. Really my favorite conventional and maybe even my favorite trailer exterior.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I do think it has some of the best curb appeal available in stick and tins right now

[@davidireland3777]

I love the head board! It really “classes up” a price aggressive trailer.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Very true!

[@marysaltlife1427]

I likey, likey. LOVE the kitchen!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I know!! It’s great

[@1973dmoore]

Love it Josh! I really enjoy watching your videos! The excellent eye for detail is worth watching every one of your videos.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Well thankya! Just a lot of experience really

[@1973dmoore]

I would like to see a video on the Wolf Pup 16PF. I would love to know what you think about it.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

@@1973dmoore We have one here. I'm trying like heck to get the time to record it!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Update: Just got it recorded. I have a bit of a backlog going but it's coming.. Stay tuned!

[@averageeverydayfishermansh4501]

Definitely would go with the theater seating or sofa instead of the dinette but it's also just the wife and I. I like this layout a lot.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Same and same!

[@ratdog3055]

Nice little camper. I have to say that I would prefer the dinette vs the couch. More useable for eating, games, etc. drop the table, add some pillows and you have your very own mosh pit!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

All I can hear in my head now is “DISRESPECT YOUR SURROUNDINGS” and bodies flying everywhere

[@chuckspencer5296]

🤣🤣🤣

[@stressedfairy]

great kitchen I love this smaller camper

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I have found a few like this now amps really like the layout

[@roysims7710]

Great floor plan

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Agreed. I'd go theater seat and call it a day!

[@benbentley3224]

Thanks Josh I am really interested in this camper thanks again for the info

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

My pleasure!!

[@stephaniesebring6118]

I like the idea of a hide a bed, yet it's a trade off for the storage under the dinette storage.❤️😊

[@rhondaserges5136]

Love the kitchen, bed and bathroom. I do agree it should have a couch option with those cool smaller swivel tables... also nice if you have company. A pull out would be great.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I do believe theater seating is an available option in these btw.

[@roannathephoenix8561]

If had the theater seat and they made it a no slide trailer I'd say sold. I can put baskets or deal with the open shelves but I bet if they saved the cost of the slide they could easily put doors there.

[@timrice5342]

Same, even as full timer. No slide for me. I'm on the move. Or I am living outside. But I'd rather eat inside.

[@johnbeeck2540]

Bigger kitchen is great - sleeper sofa option would be ideal...nice unit!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I debate between hide-a-bed and theater preference personally. I think I lean to theater.

[@lyndadaniel7262]

That thing up front you said was for the TV is actually a flag pole holder. I saw it on another video. I have a 2021 200MK and I absolutely love it. I wanted the recliners but I have the dinette. I may change that later but so far it hasn't bothered me because I don't watch that much TV when I am camping anyway.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I’ve since learned it’s a generic mount with multiple accessories available But yeah I called it wrong basically ty

[@lyndadaniel7262]

I wasn't knocking you. I guess a lot of people at the Tampa show were asking what the hell it was

[@edpeck645]

Josh, the reason why we put up with you, is because we never know what you'll do next, keeps us guessing. I like the unit, just afraid of the price.

[@cappyjpadgett]

You get what u pay for…although the transcends aren’t priced bad at all

[@billcoulter1984]

“Put up with you”? Go elsewhere if you don’t like his style. Sheeze.

[@cappyjpadgett]

@@billcoulter1984 obviously you don’t know what a joke is….

[@kevenbottenfield527]

I own a 2021 200MK. We have the Theatre seating instead of the dinette. Its a very comfortable trailer. And I can vouch for the 'elephant enema' issue! LOL. We really like the 12v fridge and all the counter space. And, just like Josh says, that cabinet at the far end beside the fridge is tough for those shorter folks (my wife is 4'10"). Our only real gripe with the unit is that its hitch weight is quite heavy. With just propane, 1 battery and a few leveling blocks and sewer hose in the front pass thru, our tongue weight is almost exactly 650lbs. And with a truck that only has 1200lb payload, that is quite limiting and the reason why we are selling our 200MK after only one season and less than 1k miles. I'd say though, if you properly match your tow vehicle, you really can't go wrong with the 200MK. It really is an excellent trailer. Edit...Want to add that out 2021 has a porcelain toilet. The 2022 in your review looked like it might have been plastic?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

PROTIP: Get some kind of tote or basket to slide to the back. It forces other storage to the front of those holes and you can more easily grab the basket to drag forward THANK YOU for sharing your experiences btw!! Please join us on other videos. Love having real owners providing feedback!!

[@sny1168]

My 2022 200MK has the porcelain toilet

[@vidwiz12345]

Keven did you have any fresh water when you measured tongue weight?

[@stevenelson8560]

Not a big stick and tin, I do like the way Transcend uses siding that is smoother. For the size and class this thing is almost perfect for someone like me, my biggest grip is OSB under the bed. Still, I'd seriously consider this with the theater seats, great for solo or couples who don't have overnight guest.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I know there's nothing "wrong" with the OSB but it definitely doesn't LOOK good

[@wmschooley1234]

Josh: At 11:11 you caution against using the dinette slide when it’s not deployed because of a “floor flush rack and pinion system. Two questions, 1) are there different slide systems which would allow the use of the dinette at a truck or rest area stop? 2) could small blocks or wedges be put into place to provide the necessary support so the slide could be used? Respectfully, W.S.

[@timrice5342]

Good questions!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Schwintek slides are actually better for that but even then it’s best to occupy slides as little as possible unless fully deployed

[@wmschooley1234]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Josh: Thanks for the response. That's just one more reason to include me in the slideout averse portion of your nerd herd nation.😀😁 W.S.

[@YuccaBuilt]

If I could redesign this to suit my needs I would start by deleting the slide, put a 64" theater seat IPO the u-dinete. If there is room between the bathroom and the loveseat I'd either add some pantry space. Borrow the counter style and stools from an AIM 18BH for my dining experience.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I like it!!

[@jennifermartin506]

The headboard is cushiony. Nice touch. Elephant enema. Hahaha.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😉

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

🐘 💨

[@sharolynwells]

Josh, my mom was vertically challenged. As soon as you met her, she would say, "I'm gonna sue (our hometown)." When you ask her why, she'd say, "For building the sidewalks too close to my butt."

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Hahahaha omg I love her already

[@sharolynwells]

She's walking those Streets of Gold and drinking coffee with her two best friends.

[@sharolynwells]

September 10, 1995.

[@charlenecastaldo3602]

Great counter space! Could use more windows. Thanks Josh!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think in a higher budget point GD would slather this thing with windows

[@YuccaBuilt]

Another similar trailer is the East to Wast Alta 1900MMK, it has a murphy bed. I like this one better and it does have an optional theater seat.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I'll see if I can get my hands on one.

[@mikebeen6985]

Thanks Josh, When I was watching your video you mentioned the solar could be expanded if you wanted to. I thought that is what it would be extended to. Sorry for the confusion, this is all new to me. So if we want to use the outlets sounds like we need a generator. Thanks Mike

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

No worries. Feel free to ask plenty of questions. I get a lot of comments but do my best to get to them all So for clarity solar does nothing but charge the battery. That's is. More solar just means more charging. Batteries provide 12v power for things like lights, fans, slides. Think of it like "little power" Things like microwaves, A/C units, and household outlets require household "big power" You *CAN* power those "big power" devices with just battery "little power," but to do so you need an inverter. Inverter will pull harder off that battery to provide big power from little power. But.. as you can imagine it will drain your battery supply far, far more quickly. Inverters are often packaged along with larger solar packages but in point of fact inverters and solar stuff are two separate things

[@ellensstory4429]

I would definitely go with a hide a bed instead of dinette.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think Theater is available.. it would stand to reason Hide-a-bed may be available. A team member would be happy to inquire for someone!

[@rosemarydoran9907]

Other than replacing the wafer thin mattress (although bravo for the residential queen), I would replace the dinette with either a loveseat or preferably theatre seats. Oh yes, you said theatre seats are an option. Love the low step-in shower.Smart use of the pocket door on the bathroom. Stick a fork in it then! Yes, they do need an outlet back in the corner.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Theater is available I believe!

[@kevenbottenfield527]

We put a nice mattress topper on it. That made it quite comfortable without the weight and expense of an upgraded mattress.

[@beenieweenie1986]

I can see myself getting the one of these with the theatre seat/dinofa. It's a solo/couples model.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

That’s exactly how I would want it too

[@EvilEye1986]

Josh! I really want to see the jayco 195rb Baja and the 183fbs Baja! I have seen almost nothing on those two!!!

[@davidaz6622]

Hey Josh, I enjoy all your videos. I just had one suggestion. If we could hear about all the innovation and new ideas going on by the big 3.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I'll do what I can. My world here in RVs keeps me hopping pretty good. Perhaps I can touch on some things like that in my industry updates monthly

[@user-iz2ug8gc7o]

Hey Josh! It's so great to see you doing GD reviews. Have you come across the new Imagine XLS 23LDE yet? I'd love to see your review of that!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Not yet. There's SOOOO many more of these I want to cover! I just cant get to EVERYTHING Bish's Carries... yet ;)

[@adamjetter1581]

Siri is suffering from too long of a winter. It's time to 🏕 camp!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Facts

[@caseymoran2750]

Great review! Still waiting on you to review a Bullet.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I have a few coming!!

[@sny1168]

Really like all about my MK200 with one exception. Wish Grand Design would have equipped it with GoodYear Endurance tires. Right after taking delivery of mine I replaced the Westlake tires with the GoodYears.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

In this class the only brands I have seen standardizing Goodyears are Jay flight and della Terra Did you ever have problems with the original tires??

[@sny1168]

@@JoshtheRVNerd No did not have a problem. But the tires had probably 700 miles on them when I replaced them. Did not like the sidewall roll over the Westlakes had when making turns. The Endurance sidewalls are much much stiffer and resist the rollover. I also prefer the Endurance tread design. I believe the Endurance will be less likely to hydoplane and more likely to resist road heat. There is a reason for the 75 mph rating of the Westlake and the 87 mph of the Endurance. See a lot more complaints on KZbin about Westlake tire failure than Endurance. The few hundred dollars to replace the tires might save me thousands in repairs. On another note, thanks for your thorough reviews. I really think of you as having a gifted talent at what you do being able to supply your audience with informative information in a keep em entertained manner, not a nerd.

[@jerrytalley802]

Josh, now that we’re considering a slide, (after seeing the Open Range 20FBS), I wanted to see you re-visit this camper and see it in (road mode). The 20FBS is awesome in road mode, 100% useable from bed to bath. Still waiting for this video road mode.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Hopefully I can get my hands on one. Common layout. Here’s a nice version of it m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKnIk55_bbN2oq8

[@aaronpendergrass5956]

Man josh you were a busy beaver in spud land. Would total bring a recliner for the wall when the slide is out. I get that the dinette isnt comfortable for extended lounging. However more pillows would solve that. Small gripe wish the bed had more support instead of the beaver puke board. Still a solid first time couples camper.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah I recorded like 26 in 3 days 😂

[@kevenbottenfield527]

I thought for sure that was a flagpole mounting point by the pass thru opening. Our 2021 doesn't have it, but it looks like some I have seen on other units.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I've since learned that mount has multiple attachments. Flags, tvs, other stuff. I called it wrong. TY

[@Adam_Newman]

Thanks for your review, are these built well ? Good quality ? Thank You

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Overall I liked what I saw They’re a four year consecutive gold level dsi award winner which I think says a lot

[@Adam_Newman]

Thank You mine has the couch, so with the slide in I don’t need to sit on the couch ?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

@@Adam_Newman The RV isn't tested for using the slide when it's closed. It MIGHT be capable, but it might not. Nobody can tell you. If it breaks, then it'll be on you to replace -- not a warrantable item

[@loneapple440]

Josh, another great informative humor filled video. This is a well designed camper. What is your suggestion for tow vehicle? 1/2 ton or 3/4 qtr ton?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Most half’s should handle this one

[@lukegray3169]

@Rob D My f150 (half ton) tows most fifth wheels, so im pretty sure a half ton could tow this, depending on the package. Mine is rated 14,500 Ibs tow capacity, but my mothers SUV (also half ton) is rated for 6,200. So your mileage may vary.

[@loneapple440]

@@lukegray3169 thanks for the info

[@JaxsonMcBride13]

Nice rig

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thankya!

[@diverm2371]

Looks similar to the 17 xls mke . Maybe a step down but nice.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Very similar, yes. A little more basic version

[@mattdagger1480]

Josh please read this whole comment!! I would really love for you to comment on my idea❤️❤️❤️ I was gonna say Murphy bed. But as I was typing it you said it hahaha! I’ve been binge watching your channel for months now researching my “first ever, second RV” haha I think in small floor plans regardless of layout I would want a Murphy bed 100% of the time personally. I would love a laminated trailer with a Murphy bed in the back of the rv specifically, then a dinette, and a sofa bed combo thing. Hear me out on this. Since the shorter length I’d want this in, (20ft max tip to tail) putting the bed in the back and the kitchen in the front would keep the kitchen from rattling around since it would be up front. Then having a dinette, Murphy bed in the back, and a sofa/bed combo unit. You would hav tons of day to day siting space. Then you hav a spot for the kids to sleep and the parents at night. But the biggest benefit to this idea is since you don’t have bunks taking up space your kids wouldn’t technically out grow it. Thus giving the RV a much longer life time for parents with two kids!!! I’ve never seen a floor plan like I’m describing even after the hundreds of videos I’ve watched. To me this would be the perfect layout for a 4 person family camper. Maybe a 7.5ft wide 16-19ft interior length. But preferably a max length of like 20-22ft. I’d even be ok with a small mini slide or something to make this work but I think it would work without and I’d prefer no slide personally!!! Even if it has some sacrifices to obtain I’d still buy this layout. Hell take the camp kitchen option out and give me this layout I described haha! I personally would give up a camp kitchen first for interior options. To me a camp kitchen is one of the lowest priorities in a rv. Wouldn’t care if it had one at all. I pray you read this and let me know what you think!!! I personally think what I described is my 100%perfect rv and I can’t imagine it would only be perfect for me!!

[@mattdagger1480]

I think this makes total sense ( from myself an rv idiot haha!) cause you get bunks and it’s perfect for a few years until the kids get older and are cramped In the bunks. Then when they grow up more and don’t wanna camp or leave you have all this space taken up by bunks you aren’t using anymore. Would love to hear your thoughts on this idea. To a person like me who’s Admittedly pretty ignorant in RV stuff I really love his idea

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

You’re actually describing a fairly classic rv layout that could be modernized. I would love to see something like thT

[@mattdagger1480]

@@JoshtheRVNerd hearing that from you is a huge compliment to me haha!! I would love something like that!! I’m so new to this I had no idea it was a previous floor plan!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

@@mattdagger1480 There's a trend I've really seen: What was old is new again Whether that's fashion trends, repurposed technology, or RV floor plans. It all comes back around. Look at all the "Reboots" and whatnot for previously popular shows.

[@shanecampbell979]

Would love to see the Transcend 245rl or Trail Runner 255rl if y’all ever get them in. Love the Transcends for what you get for the money.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Will keep my eyes out. Ty!!

[@donwilson1625]

Hide a bed or theater seats or a detachable recliner for a single person.

[@deetles98]

Josh..how about a video on the 260rb?? Interested on your opinion of it

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Didn't get a chance to get ahold of one yet. hopefully in the future :)

[@eurogryphon]

I like the counter space curves in the kitchen and bathroom. It adds a nice aesthetic. The kitchen storage is fantastic. Since I saw your first Ember video last summer/fall timeframe, I've started gravitating away from Geo Pro to Ember, but I enjoy cooking; is there an Ember with a comparable kitchen? I'd rather have the theater seating with the removable table than the U-dinette featured. If you went with that option, would you lose the under-seat storage compartments you have with this dinette? The square shower is nice because it gives you that little bit of extra elbow room. I love the "drunken octopus fight club" line. I've never thought about coathangers that way, and will see if I can use it in conversation when I go back to work next week (my coworkers already think I'm weird; why not dial it to 11?).

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

SO funny you mention this Kitchen and Ember. On Thursday this past week I had the EXACT same chat with them !!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

And yeah - when there's no changing the weird then LEAN INTO IT! :)

[@GRIMRPR6942]

Give me the theater seating over the dinette in a trailer this size because chances are this isnt marketed to a family, but more of a single or couples camper.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Agree!

[@debrab5822]

Hiddy Ho, Josh! Love this entry-level ca Per from GD. Isn't that "tv" mount on the outside actually a flag pole mount???

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

yeah I've corrected that in future videos. It's actually a multi-purpose mount. There are TV brackets for it. My brain just wasn't connecting the dots.

[@Dennis1659]

Nice we didn’t get to see you climb ladder.

[@charlesclintsman442]

In the slide area... a chase lounge / fold down end table then a mini wood stove (make window 1/2 the size and my dog bed near by... havent seen ANY rv's with mini wood stoves..

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Not something you see from factories but seems to be an aftermarket item growing in popularity

[@matthunt779]

Josh, can you do a review on a 2022 crossroads zinger 290kb? Please?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I actually have one coming out next week! Stay tuned buddy :)

[@richardkoch8752]

Instead of a "elephant enema" analogy us country boys would relate to "pulling a calf or a foal" City folks would just need "The Grabber" LOL!!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I spent just enough years outside the city limits to have seen a few calves being born and actually helped pull one to aid a mother that was in trouble

[@richardkoch8752]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Good job Josh, you l'il ole bovine midwife!!!! :)

[@brianturnquist1115]

That bracket you said was for a outside TV is actually not a TV bracket. It's for a flag pole attachment

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I have since learned there now an expanded world of things you can mount here. Ty for saying something btw

[@mikebeen6985]

Josh what is the cost to upgrade the solar so the outlets work but not the a/c? Thanks Mike

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Mfg doesn’t offer that so I would have to refer you to our team What you’re asking for isn’t Solar btw An inverter has to the added to the rv and wired to the outlets Inverters are often paired with solar but they’re two separate things

[@r_me_mom4806]

Okay, is this located in your Michigan showroom? I think you have me hooked on this one.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Not in Michigan locations no. We can get one thru a sister store for a purchase. I wish we had them here for you to review in person

[@stevez340]

Just put some comfortable theater seating in there instead of that dinette and you’ll have an awesome couple’s camper👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Theater would be my preference as well

[@jofrazier-hansen4097]

Nice floor plan, but dinette needs to be swapped for a sofa. Putting up with you, cuz you're a weird nerd just like the rest of us.🤣

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Theater seat is available. I'd prefer it that way myself :)

[@lindadickson783]

I would rather crochet on a sofa than a dinette.

[@FrankF1965]

Hi Josh. Is the mattress wider than the board it sits on? Looks odd. Nice to see the Grand Design reviews.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Looked that way didn’t it? I don’t recall that being normal on these GDs

[@troysmith8424]

The outside TV bracket is actually a flag pole mount.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Figured that out later when I was less stupid lol

[@troysmith8424]

@@JoshtheRVNerd happens to us all. I just purchased this trailer and take delivery on Wednesday. Upgrading from our Avenger 16 FQ.

[@kenp9469]

May have an answer for the light location in the bedroom. There is just a curtain. Put the lights in a more standard location.You are putting on a show, because you have a backlight situation. Where the lights are, little or no backlight.

[@kenp9469]

Have no idea why location you is showing as a link.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

There was no space between the drops and you so KZbin thinks you’re making a link No worries :)

[@jamiepaden1183]

It does come with reclining sleeper sofa

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Apologies perhaps I'm not understanding clearly enough. Travel Trailers typically have either reclining theater seats or folding sleeper sofas. Almost none have both currently (at least none that I've seen in the mainstream market) Could you clarify what you're seeking perhaps or give me a reference to something that has the kind of seating you're seeking?

[@DailyDriver.]

Other than the reflection 28bh , any other bunkhouses with this style or the 28bh style counter space that isn’t over 35foot?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

This one came to mind: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3q3iH2Bot6pqNU But I'm sure there's a few others

[@rmccabe117]

I'm amazed that no one has started to have molded pipe/hose grommets for the underbelly. The expanded foam looks so cheesy and is such a Mickey Mouse fix for where a hose or a pipe penetrates the underside.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I have never liked the look of the stuff and cringe every time it’s on camera. Bunch of people often think it’s wasp nests

[@joeoconnell5706]

How is the length measured? I see that it's listed at 25', but what is the length from the tip of the hitch tongue to the outside edge of the spare tire?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Tip of tongue to back of bumper Basically “worst case scenario” length

[@peggymercer1952]

Also I'd want a RW wonder table. I do not like stationary Tables.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

"Wonder table" lol love it

[@davidseeburger8448]

I see you do Grand Design Imagine trailers! Is Bishe's RV a handle these?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Absolutely. At several of our locations

[@paullarson3417]

Gravity friendly? Vertically challenged. This floor plan nails everything that I would be looking for in a trailer. It has everything except a garden spot to grow a few tomatoes and such. The only thing is that it is about 1,000 pounds heavier than I would feel comfortable towing with a half-ton truck, especially here in Utah's mountains. But if you want these features, that's something that I would have to live with.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah towing in the mountains out there is very different from flatlanding over here

[@after.moonrise]

Does anyone know, if you get the theater seating, do they turn into a bed?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Theater seats are only one thing. They don’t convert

[@jenniferfrudd3444]

Did you show a view with the bed in couch position? I didn’t catch it I guess if you did.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

This model isn't a murphy bed. You may note when we showed the storage below. The Imagine sister-version of this is however. I haven't recorded one of those yet, but I have a similar Surveyor here: bit.ly/3H8c4sg

[@raymondmartens7803]

Is there a kitchen like this and layout but in a trailer that has azdel?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yes! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fp3akJumhc1kn6s

[@antonk1893]

No giant burrito🌯 storage ?( I watch food challenge video's) Nice 🚽COMMODE🚽 room . Yeah put Mr kitty blanket or dome at end of counter

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Burritos in the fridge my guy lol

[@sonnykurtz9027]

Hi Josh..good one! Lovin the counter space. Hideabed instead of dinette for me. Wondering why the gray tank is soooo small (39#)...weird & a deal breaker. ..otherwise great rv for senior me & two Borzois. 👍🐾😎💜

[@cappyjpadgett]

Check out the 260 bro…it has 2 grey tanks. But for a 20’ camper,39 gal. Is quite alot

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thx John

[@sonnykurtz9027]

Just seems 'out of balance' with the 62# fresh water ...which is terrific! Thx for reply👍

[@jpmsave]

I go for a theater seats. Or a hide bed. No dinnet for me

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I would be the same. Ty

[@RainbowTy]

Do you have a video of the 221rb?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don't think I do yet. I'll add it to my hit list next time I'm traveling around