I've NEVER Seen something like THIS! 2023 Transcend 235BH by Grand Design RV

New Model!! 2023 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 235BH Rear Bathroom Travel Trailer with "Go Away" Bunks in a Living Room Super Slide!
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I can only count ONE other time I've ever seen bunks in a "living room super slide" like this one! It's a crafy design that can allow this one RV to work well for couple's camping or family-use without any modifications! Great for folks who have occasional guests!
Weights & Measures
Empty 5462 lbs
Cargo 2033 lbs
Max 7495 lbs
Hitch 532 lbs
Length 26'4"
Height 11'
Fresh 62 Gal
Grey 78 Gal
Black 39 Gal
Furnace 35k
Awning 17'
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00:00 RV Overview
01:55 Stepping Inside
05:20 Murphy & Storage
06:33 "FrankenSlide"
09:26 Awesome Road Mode!!
10:40 Exterior Features
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[@teamdaretobefrank794]

That bunk space is amazing! Feels like someone at Grand Design camped with several dogs and kids and had an epiphany. Can’t wait to see one in person!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

They're living on a different wavelength with these I swear

[@Jayhawk226]

who would stop watching just because the RV doesn't meet their needs. You gotta watch to see if Josh does weird stuff. I mean more than normal.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty Jay

[@carltuckerson7718]

Dude, I'm super happy with my Grand Design so far. Only had it a couple weeks but what an upgrade over my NoBo. I've got it parked at one of the local lakes but we have a cold front getting ready to hit. This Transcend is really cool and I absolutely LOVE how they did the bunks. What a neat, versatile model.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thank you so much for sharing input like this. It really can help some people.

[@philforder7810]

They are trying, there's a lot of situations that this would cover, love the kitchen How about this you do away with the bunks all together, leave it blank, and put in an office? Leave the top bunk, mostly staying in the up position, but picture a wall to wall desk top, with 3 screens, turning into a super office!!!! Great jon Josh, great product!!!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Could be cool!

[@Flyingfrogs2y]

I totally love that idea!! I would definitely use it has a job site trailer for sure!!

[@ratdog3055]

I like the fact that you dont have to be a contortionist to get in and out of the bunks! Much as I like the recliners, I would have to go with the dinette setup. Neat design overall!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

#bunkyoga

[@debbierhode6291]

I lLOVE this for a small family or Couple! This is one of my favorites for recommending to my daughter, her husband and 2 kids. They just need to wait till the kids are old enough to NOT fall out of the bunks lol. AND when they can afford it and also a tow vehichle.....lol. Also, WELL DONE with the ROKU SMART TV AND OUTDOOR KITCHEN CONVENIENCE CENTER, Transcend!! AND THE STORAGE! Beautiful model!

[@aaronpendergrass5956]

I really like this because it gives you bunks and a big bathroom. They also did an excellent job at giving you storage space. Maybe 2 wishes a cabinet under the tv for a mini pantry space, and a vaulted ceiling for a little more head room.

[@skykeg4978]

Uncle Josh, this has one of the best, most useful floor plans. I like it a lot!!!!

[@frankd8180]

Hey Josh just finished signing the papers on this unit. Unbelievable space with the slide out and road accessible for the "old guy" that makes a pit stop about every 100 miles ! 😜 Thanks for the review which both my wife and I watched multiple times then found a unit within 75 miles of our home in Monterey County. Thank you so much for all the info. Now we can do some boondocking with our furkids. This is just what we wanted but couldn't find anything in the prior 2022 years that would be perfect until we saw this video. I would've bought from you but that's a little "fer away" ! Keep up the good work and helping people find their dream RV. Be safe ! 😎

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ty for sharing! And congrats!!

[@cflaxy1]

@@JoshtheRVNerdwe just purchased this RV about a month ago. Just curious if you happened to notice when you were testing it out, did the bathroom sink drain to the black water? Ours does and we were told that that’s the way this unit is plumbed. If that’s the case, I do not want this trailer any longer because the wastewater tank is only 39 gallons And the bathroom sink, being the sink with the strongest water pressure, would lose a gallon of water just washing your hands for 30 seconds. That would fill up your wastewater tank very quickly and if your Boondocking, that is not a good thing.

[@jwheels9876]

I know this is an older video but I love this layout. It's down to this one or the Jayco 25mbh at this point. Think I will wait till the end of 2023 though and see if I can get a deal on one that's been sitting on a lot for a while.

[@adamgasiorek]

I would love the very same layout but with two upgrades: (1) a private bedroom at the front in place of Murphy bed (2) dinette in place of theater seats. The space between lower and upper bunk is AWESOME!

[@randybrandenburg5364]

Proud returning member of the #nerdherd I really tired to love these Transcends but I can't get past the aluminum steps, carpet in the slides and the darker brown decor. You could replace the aluminum steps with satble steps and put a cargo box in the space though. The exterior appearance is a favorite of mine and the fully enclosed docking center is awesome in this class. Appreciate what they have done with this floorplan. No edits bro, a flawless Josh just wouldn't be the same. Thanks Nerd!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thank you Randy. That’s why I like covering so many different brands. That way we have a little something for everybody

[@jeffreytull5767]

I absolutely love that the bunks are out in the open... DOG BEDS!! Is there any other floor plan with bunks side ways? I remember one once a few years back but I can't remember the maker. Would be even better if the bed was down and had a front windshield, but that's just me. As for the suggestion to put a block to make a true queen... BRILLIANT!

[@Chimp_6]

I really like that bunk setup much better than the usual stuffed in a dark back corner type.

[@djfitzgerald2193]

love it , it's a floorplan that can easy be converted into a different floorplan after the kids grow up unlike a traditional bunk house floorplan

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

exactly!

[@salpassos8733]

Sal (the theater seat guy) WOW! This floorplan is awesome. The only draw back is the lack of hanging clothes space, BUT, I would use the bottom bunk for pets and put a rod up over the top bunk. I would have to see one in road mode personally as I am a fluffy guy but this looks awesome. The camp side coverage looks good.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thx Sal

[@urbanosity]

What an awesome floor plan

[@Metalrogue]

Great floor plan! Thanks for sharing Josh!

[@cherylb82]

I'm with you I like this for the layout with the bunks, my only peeve would be with the mini fridge in the camp kitchen. Can't really say it would be accessible for me, as far as practical use, height wise, but I would have to do a walk through; maybe take the outside fridge out and use as extra storage? Overall, I dig the kitchen, I agree that it would be nice if they had one extra window on the camp side if, I were being nit picky. :)

[@sf8681]

Very interesting twist! I always appreciate the non-cookie cutter designs!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Originality gets serious bonus points with me

[@regisastrou6272]

Really smart bunks, dinette for us, and a hitch for bikes😊

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@johnblegen1150]

I'm not shopping for a new camper but I can't stop watching everyone you post,you do such a great job on every video my my wife is sick of me saying here look at at this camper LMAO

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

lol Thx John :)

[@rdkfishing1062]

Minus the bunks and change out the Murphy bed to a regular full size queen and that would be the perfect trailer. That kitchen is absolutely amazing. Best I've seen since I've been watching your videos. I'll find my trailer one day. Lol

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Meanwhile TY for joining me here :)

[@ForestGreen88]

I love the non-coffin bunks and the versatility they bring to the camper. I'd option a dinette instead of the theater seat though, just my own preference. I also like the fact that there is a lot of storage space in the bathroom. It's too bad they still have carpet in the slide though. And they missed the opportunity to add book nooks with outlets behind (or in) the hanging closets. Road mode looks like I'd have to try it out for myself but it might be doable.

[@TheCwiggins94]

Love love love this one. It's only 3 of us so I don't want to pay for an entire bunk bedroom and with traditional bunk house models, you can't even sit up in the bed. This is a perfect layout for us.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ctsnider88]

I really like this. I could always put my own privacy curtain up by the murphy bed. My son is 6, 3" but just cause he is tall isn't a deal breaker. I am not a fan of the you call the dealer for pricing. People have been programmed to just move on if the price is not available on line. That is what I learned years ago working at a car dealership. BTW Happy Birthday 🎉

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I 100% agree if pricing isn't available. When I started here nearly 14 years ago almost no rv dealers put pricing online. I didn't want to be like that. Broke that mold. Now it's fairly common

[@MrNickb-s500]

Very nice lookin Trancend Travel Trailer 😊😊👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TD907-r5e]

Another fantastic RV. Josh you did a great job TOO.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY Larry :0

[@buni9822]

WOW I Love It!! Really Nice 👍

[@bryana1942]

Very interesting layout! Not sure if I like the bunks or not. Gonna need some time to think about it. LOL I think for something like grandparents, as you mentioned, where the kids camp with you infrequently, it makes a lot of sense. Love all the counter space, tons of bathroom storage is great, too. I really like the fully enclosed docking station. I wish that was more standard in the industry, everything in one spot, and secure on top of that. I definitely don't like the brown cabinetry and the brown fridge covers. Lighter is always better. If not white, maybe a beige, or light gray.

[@bicentennialbuck]

I was thinking they did the bunks like this so you could still get a decent bathroom. So many bunkhouses sacrifice bathroom space to squeeze in the bunks. That's why we got our 260rb was the bathroom.

[@AdventuresofEJM]

I do love the flip top bunk bed that Grand Design is doing, first saw it in their AIM line and do wish more would do this.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@matthewbegin3462]

That bunk area would be great for my dog!!!

[@davidaz6622]

I like these frankencamper designs because they're very versatile. I would use it as a daybed and install a swivel lagun table to do some work or eat. Cool layout hopefully you can show us some more new layouts.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I have a few more coming and hope to get more later

[@ricks3184]

Lighter hitch weight and generous holding tanks, wish more manufactures went this route.

[@gregpoole4364]

I like this a lot, length makes it friendly for tighter national park camp grounds while still having many "bigger" rv features. Curious to know more about the bunks. What is the length of the bunks? Also what is the weight capacity of them? Lastly can you sleep in them in "Road Cracker Barrel mode"? Also curious if the dinette option will block access in road mode vs the sofa here. Love your work as always!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don’t have more specs on those monks, unfortunately

[@bigpig879]

@josh thank you so much for all of your dedicated work bringing these short videos together. I really like this RV floor plan and seeing the BH in the slide is very cool. Do you know if there are other brand doing the same floor plan?? Thanks

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Not exactly but I have footage of a north trail 24dbs/26rbs coming that touches some similar notes

[@gjohnst4339]

Love it. We bring our two larger dogs, and crate space is always a challenge. Upgraded fiber glass version?

[@catlinhollow]

It comes standard with a dinette, which is great!

[@fasteddie617]

Awesome little floor plan Josh! Perfect for a small Family with a half ton 👌 I wish GD would throw aluminum wheels and or Goodyears on the Transcends? My comparable pick to this is the Freedom Express 238BHS. Awesome little TT. Not crazy about the massive U dinette and no theatre option with Coachmen though. We like the theater seat option + Murphy bed couch set up. Or in your words the DYNOFA!!!! 😆 Gonna hit the Boston RV show this Sat with my son. We'll poke around.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thx Eddie. Lemme know what you see and like! :)

[@icare7151]

From Uncle Josh’s virtual unofficial marketing department, the new word is “Bunktacular” The phrase for this model: This RV is a “Modular Bunktacular” floor plan. If one could turn the bottom bunk into a desk is taking Modular Bunktacular to the next level. Cheers, Kent

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I love it

[@dgross53]

I do like the unique bunks

[@craignesbitt7856]

I like the design for the most part . It would make a good trailer for going to stock car races because we spend more time outside of the camper and use it for sleeping and preparing meals. The large awning is always a plus along with the well thought out camp kitchen. I use a collapsible tub as my wash basin when camping in my kitchen area currently so that set up works for me. The road mode is amazing. My next trailer needs better access to the bathroom & kitchen with the slide closed. My only 2 complaints is the lack of a pantry (it does have alot or cabinet storage though) and the lack of a curtain around the front bed. Keep making Rv walk-through videos like this - they are amazing

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY Craig! I have plenty in the works :)

[@davidhastings7995]

We have two large dogs, this would be a great trailer for us. I do wish it was long enough to have a separate master bedroom.

[@russell1265]

I watch all the videos weather I like the unit or not he does a fantastic job I’m currently looking for something in Phoenix Arizona 😎

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY Russell :)

[@ivan747100]

All they had to do was locate the entrance door hinge on the left of the aperture, so the door could swing out towards the middle of the RV - that would have eliminated the problem with it banging up against the awning struts. Also, they could have relocated the outdoor LED light centrally between the speakers - so it would illuminate the outdoor camp-side area more effectively.

[@subwayscool]

This is awesomely innovative but... Where is the dining space or table? Also would need the bunks wider to fit my 4 kids. We have a 2020 19DBXL Wildwood X-lite that works for our family of six but not enough walking room. However it does have the full size bunks and the dining space works for them.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Love that 19DBXL

[@wlk717]

Would be great if they took the bottom bunk out and put a theater seat there. You could have the dinette, theater seat and a bunk for a grandkid at night. Perfect for a under 30' trailer.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Could be cool..

[@cynthiadalton7571]

Finally! A "No Dinette" issue.

[@scottvangilder8297]

My kids were never fans of most bunk house models because they felt claustrophobic up in the back corner of the trailer. They would love the openness of this layout and feel safer.

[@deannamueller6995]

OMG OMG OMG! I am in love! I never thought I'd like a trailer (under 28 ft!) as much as the Jayco Jay Feather 26P we had years ago, but this ONE??...WOW - I LOVE IT! We are trailer shopping again and trying to see all that is out there. Found this one today and LOVE it. At the same time, I am bummed it's not shorter, because due to garage height, we will have to keep a trailer under 11 ft (which is hard to do these days!). So this doesn't make the cut for that reason and I want to cry :( If anything similar comes out UNDER 11 ft, I will be harassing my husband for it! In the meantime, let the quest for the perfect trailer continue!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Man there's really nothing similar to these but I think Apex makes a handful of lower-height models

[@msheron]

Combo kinda Murphy bed! Different? Yes. For our family I would say no. But truly will be blocks checked for some.

[@hificat101]

Gotta say, I hate bunkhouses,, but I don't hate this. Probably don't want a truck that could tow it, but still nice. I live in PA and someday I'm pretty sure I want to drive to MI and buy an RV from Josh.

[@Loveinlife1980]

Mixed feelings on this layout. Love the openness, length and weight. Wish the master bed had a privacy curtain and worried the bunks will be a sauna in the slide out when the curtains are closed

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think that's fair. It's an odd mix of things for sure. Overall I like the ingenuity

[@janetpate393]

Love it!

[@stanandstansfriend6019]

Spectadelicious is the word for it😎

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😂

[@kevincrumley9316]

Thanks for sharing, Josh - I love your videos! I also love the ingenuity of the layout, especially as the bunkbeds could also function in the living space as seating areas. So much room in this layout, too. After seeing a few of these models for sale, I’ve noticed that the information Grand Design lists on their website is different for the GVWR and the Dry Weigh; Grand Design’s website lists the GVWR and Dry Weight as 7,495 lbs and 5,462 lbs, while the stickers for the models listed for sale say 6,995 lbs and ~5,800+/- lbs., respectively. If my math is correct, that leaves approximately 1,200 lbs for all the cargo carry capacity. In your opinion, is this enough cargo carrying compacity for a travel trailer of this size?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

The specs I displayed were taking straight off their website at the time this was published. It's entirely possible they were revised since

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

1200lb cargo is minimal for sure. Seems common but also feels minimal

[@richardbalding1101]

Finally a theater seat in something under 30ft. I don't like bunks being single, but these could work as storage. The kitchen is assume. Toilet area looks a bit small for me, but not bad. Thank for another option.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah, I feel like the bunks are sort of a secondary thought on this one. They’re not the primary purpose of this floor plan. They always serve as utility no matter what you’re using it for.

[@oldengineer1519]

For the size of trailer I think this does a better job of the bunk house than the ones with end entry bunks. With the how its organized you have an area for the kids where they have more vertical open space allowing them to sit up without fear of knocking their head. As grandparents we would not want a trailer like this. We have the grandkids out with us on occasion but with the infrequency we would rather have the space be laid out for us and convert a dinette or couch to a sleeping space when they visit. Also as they get older I expect they will do the cool thing and sleep outside in a tent as I did many years ago when camping with friend's families. Nice kitchen counter top shape and size. I would like to see doors or cargo nets on the open shelves on the door side. The high rise faucet in the bathroom is a good change. I wish all of the manufacturers would go with something like that and get rid of the cheap low rise faucet they all seem to use. Overall one of the nicer and unique family trailers I've seen.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I feel like this is going to be one people didn't see coming but then won't trade out of it

[@MostlyNotDps]

It’s SO CLOSE to being perfect. One change and this is the perfect family unit. Take out the exterior kitchen so that you don’t lose that space in the bathroom. If you are large, or if you have little kids, that extra 3 feet in the bathroom makes a huge difference. Take this slide, with the couch and the bunkbeds, and stick it on the 2600 RB by imagine and you would not be able to keep the trailer on the lot. Every family with small kids would flock to it.

[@waynekern8471]

Still not a fan of Murphy beds but this one might be doable if the bendy bed is comfortable. Do like having a bedroom with a door but biggest strike against a Murphy bed is you usually have to choose bed or seating since you can't have both at the same time because the bed covers the sofa. With the recliners instead of a dinette you can now have both. Important thing for people like us where one person stays up much later watching TV than the other. Had our Transcend Xplor 245RL for a year now and we love it. Just another reminder (I think it's reminder #37 😃) that we are still waiting on Uncle Josh to review one and get your thoughts on them. I'm very insecure and need your validation of our selection.🙄🙏

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

245 is great man. I just haven't been able to put video to it yet !

[@jetdriver]

Very very cool layout. Love the Innovation. Don’t like the open storage at the front of the kitchen next to the door. Stuff will just fly out of there in transit.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Fair!

[@ncupp7467]

I want this!

[@matthewrice2152]

I've now seen a few of these Transcend Xplor units in the last month or so in the southeast, and my initial concerns have been validated. These RV's attract a ton of sun unnecessarily with the dark front cap, slide side walls, and bulk of the siding. This definitely has a good look, but it's just continued evidence that manufacturers do all of their designing in the cold months, or don't think past their own region in regards to temperature ( currently 94F with a "RealFeel" of 115F as I'm writing this ).

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah the return to white exteriors overall is kinda boring but also beneficial

[@jdollar5852]

According to the Grand Design specs this has a 60x80 queen. It says that 2x when looking at the spec in their website. How do you deal with that door-to- awning issue? Do you just accept that, eventually you're going to need new awning arms? That seems like a major design flaw. Throw a 50 amp service with 2 AC units and this one is about perfect. The bottom bunk, for us, would be a dog bed and the top would be storage. How long are the bunks?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I probably got it wrong. I was DOG TIRED recording this stuff after like 60 videos made in 4 days

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

The door to awning issue is _There,_ but we don't see a lot of awning arms being replaced because of it in service so I guess it's not as big of a deal as I make it out to be?

[@marvcbjorge]

This has potential as a couples camper that can take the grandkids along. It would be nice if the bunks could handle up to 600lbs.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@allpronutritioninc]

How much weight can they handle? I can’t find it and I’m putting a deposit on one tomorrow.

[@michaelgartman4320]

We have a 2018 Rockwood Roo and we’re looking at this model and a Rockwood Mini Lite 2509s. We feel like the 235BH might be a step down, quality wise. Our next RV has to be our last one. Are we mistaken? We are worried about the water leakage possibilities at the corner seals. Other differences from the 2509s: no rear door in the 235BH , crappy tires on the 235BH that will have to be replaced right away, no slide topper on the 235BH from the factory so we'd have to have our dealer add one. We are the grandparents you’re speaking of. The 235Bh is so cool but it's hard to beat the 2509s

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It's a very different model from the Rockwood in almost every possible way to the point they really don't compare Overall pound for pound Rockwood is one of the best value brands on the market in my personal opinion right now

[@michaelgartman4320]

@@JoshtheRVNerd price difference is about $5,000 I am guessing. It's tempting to go with the Transcend, being almost seniors on a tight budget. Have to weight this against the fact we need to keep the unit forever.

[@rickbarnes766]

I don't need the bunks, but that space could become a work desk with a little creativity. Could even keep the upper bunk just in case. I wouldn't mind seeing a version in the Imagine line that isn't stick & tin...

[@aaronmcclaskey5940]

I like that trailer. I think the only thing that I would ask for is the fold down steps for sturdiness.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Those could be applied. I actually really like the little drop down foot pegs they have for this style of steps like you find on things like reflections sometimes

[@DisMindy5767]

I like this camper. The lack of at least a privacy curtain for the Murphy bed is a bit of a point of contention for me. I'd also prefer a traditional dinette instead of the theater seats. If you're going to watch TV in this model, you can sit on the murphy in sofa mode. The dinette must be available though because the floor plan you showed at the beginning showed the dinette not the theater seats. The whole point for us in a Murphy bed is to be able to have a sofa in a smaller camper that has a dinette and not a theater seat or other kind of sofa.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Fair point I think

[@chrislancaster1982]

Love the floor plan just can't do the stick n tin

[@Bronco2Cj]

Josh, not a stick and tin kind of guy but I will say, the Transcend and the Wildwood/Salen FSX are the only ones that I actually like. That rig there is really nice and I'm impressed with what GD did with that lineup.. however side question, the Solar to go or Solar outside ports you see on the side or front of certain TTs, what are your thoughts on them? Please advise.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Those two brands you mentioned I think her hands down two of the most dynamic in innovative, original brands that are on the market today. Kind of funny being a stick and tin brands which everyone thinks it’s just boring in the same every day.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Side solar panels are great if you want to park in the shade and then move the panel around during the day to get some extra juice

[@Bronco2Cj]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Grand Design made this look glamorous.. I saw a brand new Clipper 3 days ago and it looked run down, but this Transcend.. I'm impressed

[@Bronco2Cj]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Gotcha. so generally speaking the outside solar to go port is useful in your opinion? I maybe getting a suitcase solar panel from a buddy for free and its going into my pre-travel trailer purchase accessory stack for the time being.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

@@Bronco2Cj Totally depends on how you're camping! For me as a midwestern park camper? Not at all Someone who likes to get away from parks? Could be handy

[@DMarie128]

Josh, can you tell me if there are any other travel trailers out there with this floor plan now that it's been out for a bit??

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

There are not. Takes mfgs a long time to react to a new model typically

[@DMarie128]

@Josh the RV Nerd at Bish's RV you just saved me a ton of time researching. Thank you!!!

[@beenieweenie1986]

absolutely love that bunk house design/location. I want a couples model but I've got big dogs so I'd use the bottom as a dog bed and the top bunk for extra storage. And if someone tricks themselves into coming with me can just use it to sleep. The curtains are a nice touch too. Fits on the back of my Ram easily. The bed being able to be left down is a huge thing to me. I'd just swap out for a proper mattress or cut a big foam topper out to fit. Always like the look of transcend stick and tin with that grey shading. This made the shortlist. Random thought: WOuld that storage above the kitchen be large enough to hold a combo washer dryer? I would want that especially when I go to fulltime status. Thats something I want but not a deal breaker More random thought: Can the door just be opened the other way? Like is there something stopping them from just flipping it to save the arm on the awning?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don’t think a combo unit would fit where you’re looking

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

In theory the door could open the other way, but it would require a different door jam completely, which is pretty rare

[@oompaem88]

#nerdherder Props for the forward thinking design. I’m with you - I dork out hard for anything “different.” Echoing some other commenters: wish GD would transition to lighter interiors. Also would always prefer drawers under the jack knife sofa.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Reflection went lighter. Maybe transcend will too next update

[@luciastan64]

Just curious how “easy” is it to replace the traditional toilet with a composting one? I’m assuming this is a little easier with one that hasn’t been finished yet, like one that you would order that’s customizable. I’m guessing the ones that are used but fairly new, that change would have to be done by the new owner. This is one of the things that I will be doing once I purchase and not sure if the fix-it guys at the dealers would be able to do this and yes I’m sure for a cost but just curious if it’s doable.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don't have a good answer for you on that one. I'm not sure if we've ever actually done it here at our home store

[@Terry-i3b4y]

Do they have the dinette booth option instead of theater seating.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I need to verify but I am pretty sure you could do that

[@davidchirico9461]

Josh!! When are the hats going to be available??

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Hopefully about the time the calendar flips, but it’s kind of out of my hands

[@gianunzio2]

Looks good Josh! Just wish a true queen could fit. What are the weight limits on the bunks? Thanks nerd 😀

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

This series does use a true queen unless I missed something specific to this floor plan. I don’t know the limits on the bunks apologies.

[@health101DOTorg]

Josh, can the two bunks come out and can I add my own table and chairs?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

The factory only builders them this way. Anything else would be an aftermarket DYI

[@health101DOTorg]

@@JoshtheRVNerd I realize it would be a DIY, but *could* it be done... i.e., is the floor of the slide-out level with the coach floor, or is it raised up for wheel-well clearance?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It's a floor flush slide so it shouldn't be an issue. The whole thing rests above the wheel wells. Apologies I wasn't more descript!

[@jameslatham8009]

Hya Josh, did you happen to measure the length of the bunks? No info on their site. Thanks bro!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Apologies I did not

[@jameslatham8009]

No worries. Keep on truckin'

[@andrewgrondahl6727]

This would be great if it had 3 bunks instead of 2

[@dalebrubaker2139]

Josh, looks like you shot this video at the show on the northeast side of Elkhart this late summer. 😳

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I did!

[@dalebrubaker2139]

@@JoshtheRVNerd I thought so! We live close to that area and it looked too familiar. We travel the CR 17 and CR 6 corridor frequently. It is neat to see the changes in new RVs from all the different manufacturers going up & down these roads.

[@stevez340]

Very nice 17MKE with bunk beds👍

[@MrSupertim996]

Loving my 200MK

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Great model!

[@pfchen1]

Hi, Josh, I have a question for you. When I buy a small 20 ft travel trailer, is there any requirement for my towing SUV’s alternator?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Never had that question. If the rv has a 7-way plug on the back, then logically the alternator should be sufficient

[@pfchen1]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Thank you!

[@nickzalan4762]

Honestly... The greatest thing about this camper is how flexible it can be. It could be a family, a group of guys hunting, or a working couple that adds a desk that replaces the bottom bunk. This would fulfil a lot of my needs and save me so much money compared to a fifth wheel if I was buying.

[@health101DOTorg]

I wondered the same thing about the desk, but if the bottom bunk is removed, is the floor of the slide-out level with the coach floor, or does the bottom bunk also provide space for the wheel-well?

[@nickzalan4762]

@@health101DOTorg yes it does, you can see on the exterior video the wheel arches are below to floor completely

[@krismitchell9497]

Is there one in this floor plan that's a bit longer, has more storage? Otherwise I like to see new floor plans.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

This layout is pretty much a unicorn with the in-slide bunks

[@petertarantelli]

Nice layout. Bunk weight limit?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Unfortunately, I don’t have specs on those bunks.

[@petertarantelli]

@@JoshtheRVNerd funny thing, neither does their website.

[@doubled8247]

Yay I’m first!!

[@doubled8247]

Now that that’s out of the way, the bunks remind me of an A class.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@jonmelaniemcclain7143]

I hate that so many of these come with a burner only in the outside kitchen, and not a grill or griddle. I assume you could order it differently?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Likely not. Mfgs use what they use without options.

[@lauragough1174]

It's....different. How long are those bunks? Take the top bunk out and add the pad to the bottom one and it becomes kind of a daybed or window seat, put in a full-length curtain to hide the space when wanted. No pantry is a negative, and they wasted the space under the chunky counter by leaving it open. Carpet needs to go. Very puzzling they didn't even put in a curatain for the front bed. Tankless or standard water heater?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don't have bunk sizes unfortunately. Many are only about 72" long (but again.. I didn't measure these)

[@johnphilo1362]

I suppose the pantry is in the bathroom.

[@chesshead3943]

Josh, it's obviously called an LRB model. Living Room Bunk! 🙂

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

oh my lord.. this is perfect!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

You down with L.R.B?

[@chesshead3943]

@@JoshtheRVNerd absolutely!

[@chesshead3943]

@@JoshtheRVNerd Or LRBS - S is for slide - but somehow that doesn't sound quite as professional... 🙂

[@astrodb4487]

Missed the bunk weight limits. What are they.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

If I didn’t mention the video, that I didn’t see a sticker indicating anything. Pretty sure these are 300 pounds, but I could be wrong.

[@Flyingfrogs2y]

LETS GO HUNTING!! Perfect bed situation with the bunks and sitting in on rainy day with 2 couches. Perfect for 2 or 3 people for sure out in woods!! 🎯🦌🤠

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

:) I could see that!

[@twisterbret]

Remove the bottom bunk and add a desk

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Quite a few folks agreeing!

[@whereman1199]

Love the layout, two reasons I wouldn't buy this trailer chip board, instead of plywood is better. At this price whatever it is, plywood would be affordable. What are the floors than made out of? No MSRP, this should be listed. Add a third to the price since the supply chains started. Gas has tripled, now add 5.00 to every thousand borrowed thanks to interest rate hikes.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Things like MSRP change over time and Convery based on equipment packaging shipping distance for shipping cost. We keep that information on her website for anything that we actually have in stock. This is also some early access footage and some of that information may not have been available.

[@michaelgartman4320]

The MSRP is on the Grand Design website if you click the build your unit button.

[@celiapohlschneider1806]

No table or dinette?

[@TheDiskinsDoEverything]

CEO: What new ideas do you have for me? Designer: Bunks in the super slide CEO: Witchcraft This seems like a trailer that would be perfect for a family with toddlers. Needs the Shub in the bathroom for those little rascals.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I've seen wacky ideas like this before but never from something so mainstream

[@dshall442]

So... uh... where can I get the hat? :)

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Hopefully this coming spring will have some sort of E shop available