LANCE 2075 CHANGE OF PLANS Our New "Little RV" Tour

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Have you ever had a Lance Camper? We are excited to explore in this one for a while. Also if you are interested in a new Rv Mattress by Brooklyn Bedding and want to SAVE 25% then go to rvmattress.com/theroadsmiths and enter the CODE: THEROADSMITHS at checkout.

[@tomquinn8474]

23ft Airstream with a small corner bed , 8 years and still loving it. Everything we need and nothing we dont! You will love it!!!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks...yes we have some friends that have the same model Airstream as you. It will nice to much more nimble for a while. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@johnnunya4776]

We have a Lance 2017 1995 and absolutely love it. We like spending time outside so the size is great for us to get into State Parks and National Parks.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks....yes..we love our 5th wheel...very comfortable....but we are looking forward to being more nimble in this for the kind of traveling we will be doing over the next year or two.

[@barbarapalmer268]

New grand baby, congratulations.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Yes...very excited...this will be our third..the first 2 from our oldest....this new one from our youngest. Thanks

[@airstreamer]

Woah, Cool! Slide out drawer on the outdoor drawer. Nice! Outdoor speaker, fun. That front window is really unique. The awning feature is excellent. Shock absorbers? Nice!. That back kitchen is really great. The table options are great. We have a fantastic fan too! We think it is pretty fantastic. Thanks for the great tour! - Michelle

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

This trailer will be a warm up to our eventual Airstream...maybe...haha. There are some nice features in this rig and for the size...it has great storage. We are keeping our 5th wheel just in case though. haha.

[@airstreamer]

@@TheRoadSMITHS OOOHHHH, come over to the shiny side..... Hahahaha!

[@JohnnyRacerX]

We have a 2021 Lance 1995 and it has been great since we purchased it. Lance quality is typically better than the majority of Travel Trailers out there. Good luck with it !

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Yes I would agree. The decision to go w/o a slide was interesting. We like the distinct bedroom in the 2075 but the pinch point in the kitchen is tight for sure...RVing is a series of trade offs for sure.

[@Eileen-o1e]

Love your new rv. I know you are thrilled and looking forward to your Alaska vacation!! Eileen

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks...yes more nimble for sure. With the new grandbaby coming...not sure when Alaska will happen....but we have the rig to do that in for sure. Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@horizon42q]

They you go, the small one gets into everywhere. Good idea.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks..not that we "needed" another one...but the group we were originally planning on going with all have bigger rigs but bought something smaller as well to go in order to boondock more and get into smaller places. We will go at some point but as mentioned this one is perfect for "moochdocking" at our daughter and son in laws house to give them their space while we visit.

[@barbarapalmer268]

I like the no slide. Thank you for the walk through.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Its does make it tighter but takes that worry away for sure. Thanks

[@CruisinwiththeColemans]

Congratulations to your daughter! Love the Lance trailer. Enjoy your time in Colorado!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks so much! It will be a change for sure.

[@WaywardWaggs]

Even though it's not Alliance, we love it! You made a great choice 😊. Can't wait to see your travels in it!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks...it will be a different experience in it versus our 310RL for sure.

[@therealronaldmcronald]

Very nice. That Lance is wonderful. Yeah it's small but so maneuverable. Looking forward to watching you guys travel around in it. C u in the Tetons.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

It should be interesting. Hopefully by the time we see you guys we will have not developed claustrophobia. Haha.

[@robmcneill2967]

I think it is great for what it was designed for.. The solar package is pretty good for a smaller unit like that Was impressed with the slide out tray... I have an idea for all bed storage...I would just put drawers in the foot of bed so easy access, no struts, and motion lights there so when your hunting you have light. I can look it up but how big are you fresh water tank & gray & black...may need a portable tote and collapsible water supply. But all in all , I (Rob) am really impressed...I think it's perfect for a trip to Alaska.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks. The tank sizes are decent for a rig this small. 45 fresh 40 black and 40 grey. Like the idea of the drawer but this rig has the I command system. (Actually wish it did not) and the command module is at the foot of the bed. We typically keep the stuff we don’t need very often under the bed. Love how they reinforced the struts.

[@oneHL61]

Liked the review

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thank you...we are excited to travel lighter in this one for a bit.Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@ChasingOurSunshine]

Your Lance is so nice!! So many nice outside and inside things! Loved the kitchen area outside and the cutting board you got for the inside kitchen! A queen-sized bed would be so nice too! You guys will be able to make it work once you figure out the best storage and where to put things! Enjoy and safe travels

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

We think its laid out pretty well. Would have done the Bathroom and Bedroom a little different but not a show stopper. Tons of storage for a "little one". It will definitely force us outside more...in the 5th wheel since its so comfortable inside...we don't spend as much time just hanging around outside.

[@N2it4Now]

Good job guys. Not sure if we could do that one but we have talked about going smaller too. I'm interested in your new ice maker and your review on it. Keep us posted on your thoughts on your tiny home. Rock on RoadSmiths!!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Haha...we will give you a first hand look on how this goes over the next 6 months....haha. It will be challenging but since we are keeping our 310.....if all else fails we will jettison the Lance and go back to our "safe space'. haha. On the icemaker its a Silonn. What I read its that there is only a few makers and they re-brand them since they look very similar. The bullet shaped cube are the most economical...the ones that make square or "sonic" ice...are much more. We have used it once and in an hour made ice for drinks for a few days. Will keep you posted.

[@campinwiththeconfers]

Cute little rig. Excited to see where it takes you and if you end up killing each other. lol!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks. It will be very interesting.

[@TJSivewright77]

Congrats on new RV. Enjoyed the video, the windows really stuck out for me, I liked how much light if gives you. Safe travels and congrats on becoming Grandparents. ❤

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks...they packed a lot of features in a small space....BUT...its not custom like yours is. Assuming you still have it though?

[@TJSivewright77]

@@TheRoadSMITHS oh yes. We love the cow. Still amazes us how many people stop and see it. We hope to get west later in summer. Yall be safe. ❤️

[@justramblinaround]

We love lance! We have friends with a Lance that is at least 15 years old and we would.take it in a heart beat if they wvwe sold it. Really love all the windows with this and tons of storage inside and out!! You are ao lucky now you have 2 Brooklynn Beds!! This was a great tour canr wait to.see.this in person! It looks perfect for boondocking!! It has everything you need! Great tour!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks it will be interesting....you will see just how "roomy" it is in Sept...haha. We think its a great design for a small camper. Yes on the Brooklyn beds they are nice but we did purchase the one in the Alliance.

[@rjrvadventures]

We definitely understand the advantages of a small trailer. This are exciting time for your family! Enjoy it!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

This smaller trailer will be a bit of a challenge after living in the 5er for the last 3 years, but it will also be interesting and fun to see where it takes us that we couldn’t get to in the bigger one. Thanks so much and safe travels to you guys!!

[@reinhardgross2368]

Nice review, we have a 2023 Lance 1985 and just love all the quality and extras with the Lance. We have the convertible sofa opinion that requires the mattress to be folded in half. I don't know if that is something RV Mattress will accommodate. Had to replace the Go Power solar controller with a Victron Energy MPPT 100/30 which was a better replacement. Enjoy your travels!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

We do like the 1985 as well and it was really down to those 2 models....the 2075 and the 1985. We like the no slide option when we get there and when we leave...but would like to have it all the time we are stationary..haha...thats asking too much. We do like to clear delineation of the Bedroom in the 2075 since I am an early riser and Pam is not. Haha. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@sherriweber7105]

Hi Ken and Pam! Love your new home (Lance) for a while. I think it’s nice for a small trailer. I like that now you’ll be be able to get into small places now that you couldn’t cut into now. I love it. My sisters husband had a Lance years ago he used for hunting when he met my sister. It was a truck camper. He liked it. Then he went bigger after that. I think it’s great! I like awning in the back. And the outdoor kitchen is adorable. I like bathroom that’s a nice size for a small trailer. Love ghat sink bowl myself Pam. Thanks for the tour. Love it! Tell Meka hello! Give her hugs for me. And kisses. I love digs! Love you both! See you soon! Stay safe and safe travels. ❤❤🤗🤗⭐️🥰🥰🐕🐾

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks Sherri. This was perfect fr what we were planning on doing...but now that our plans have changed it still is. We are looking forward to the adventures it will bring us and the lighter towing!!

[@sherriweber7105]

@@TheRoadSMITHS I’m glad you still make use of it even though your plans changed. I like you can make use of it in tight spots.

[@boonelipsey5393]

If you plan on using the outdoor stove. Do an orifice upgrade. You will be much happier with the performance. I am currently working on re plumbing the sink for hot and cold. And moving the gas quick connect to the front of the unit for better accessibility.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Yes we had heard that. What size are you changing the orifices to? And those quick disconnects are anything but quick. I have yet to get them attached.

[@boonelipsey5393]

Samsung DG96-00340B it's a kit. If I remember correctly it's the white orifice.

[@veeemit9719]

Hey Bandits! Ashanti, ✋🏾 on the paddle boarding😊

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Hey. Was wondering if you might have meant this comment for Taj and Ashanti?

[@veeemit9719]

@@TheRoadSMITHS it accidentally went to your page, my apologies!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

@veeemit9719 no worries. Just thought you might like to know.

[@NoSticksNoBricks]

Congratulations! Thank you for the tour.--Jen

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks...it will be interesting to see how this goes...haha. We will store our Alliance just in case this does not go well...haha.

[@andycommonsincanada]

Hi Ken & Pam We checked out the Lance travel trailers and loved them. We had a German Travel Trailer ( HYMER) when we lived in the UK and the Lance was just as good as our old Trailer. Great review and we are looking forward to seeing how things go with the Lance.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Hey Andy....thanks.....we hope they are still as good as they use to be before being purchased by t REV...but RRV does make a good product as well. (Renegade, Fleetwood, American Coach, Holiday Rambler) and so far what we have seen feels solid. I have heard of Hymer and yes they have a great reputation. This will interesting going from our 310 to this for a while. We will store our 310 for the year ( give her a break..she has performed well over the last 3 years) and see how this goes before we re-plan Alaska. Hope you both are well!!

[@Jennanyree]

This Lance has a lot of great features I really like. I believe everything happens for a reason, and you need to work out all the kinks and get comfortable in this new rig before you travel to Alaska with it. It'll happen when it's meant to happen🐾🔆

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Agreed. It will fun to be nimble for a bit but tight spaces for sure. We can’t think of a better reason to postpone the trip than having a new grand baby.

[@FittingInAdventure]

Nice rig! We are looking at smaller options for our Alaska trip too.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Yes...we just wanted to more nimble, compact, lighter and not destroy our Alliance.

[@boonelipsey5393]

I love the bedroom of my 2075. It's a bit cold in the winter. So I added a fireplace. The so called wine storage is above the Truma water heater/furnace. So it more of a wine warmer. Lol.

[@boonelipsey5393]

Lots of great mod ideas on the 2075 FB pages.

[@boonelipsey5393]

The Norcold fridge in my unit works exceptionally well. Cools in less than 4 hours.

[@boonelipsey5393]

Dometc makes a soft close lid for the porcelain toilet. It is much more robust.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thats good to know...have heard some bad stories on the absorption fridges.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Yes...kind os surprised it did not come with that...our 5th wheel did...same toilet.

[@debbiemoody351]

Love your new Lance. Hope you have a great summer in it. We are in the same Aubrey park. We tried to get down there to meet you guys but missed you. (I can see my car in your videos, LOL) Maybe later...we'll be back in August. Stay safe!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

We will be back for a week first week of June then headed out west. Will you still be there?

[@debbiemoody351]

Our grandson is getting married on Memorial Day...we'll leave Tuesday for KY, OH, MI.

[@Lady-Seawulf]

Congratulations on your soon to be new grandchild. We have the Lance 2375 which is perfect for two. During your tour I noticed a lot of "too small" comments (they made me chuckle). There is a notable difference between the 2075 and the 2375, that's why we went with the 2375. We are very happy with our unit (I think you'd be happier with the 2375, but time will tell). I do have one tip for the deep storage areas, Amazon has a foldable grabber(36 inch) that"s lightweight and fits in small spaces. Thanks for sharing your tour on your new Lance!!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Yes...we did like the 2375 and before we purchased our Alliance, I was leaning toward the Lance 2465. We also like the 1985...but the distinct bedroom in the 2075 was better for us over the 1985. Couple of reasons on the 2075...1.) the other couples that we were going to go to Alaska with all had smaller rigs with no slide and we did not want to be the one that woke up one morning and said..."we cant leave because our slide wont go in" now we know thats a small chance but Schwintek slides can be finicky and number 2.). this was a 2022 holdover so we go the full warranty at really good price and to get in that same price range in a 2375 we would have to go several years old and used. w/o warranty. We figured if Airstream people could go without a slide...we would try as well. We will see how it goes...haha. Thanks for the tip on the grabber...that will help with the cubby space.

[@seirycolley6780]

Pretty neat! We have a 25ft Tiffin Wayfarer class c but about to trade in for an airstream. Still staying in the 25ft length bracket bc we can still do the national parks. Enjoy it guys!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks...we do like the Wayfarers and the Renegade Vienna as well....we looked at both but since we had the Truck already this made more sense...and we got it for pre-owned price with the warranty of new since it was a holdover. We told some friends with Airstream that this was our warm up to that at a more economical price to see if we could survive without a slide. Haha. Why are you switching...just curious.

[@RVenturesToday520]

@@TheRoadSMITHS so I am going by RVentures Today. as we started our own channel. lol! so we are trading in bc I wanted an airstream but my hubby wanted to try the class c. Don't get me wrong, we love our Tiffin. Quality is there is just that I don't want slides. I keep hearing horror stories about the malfunctions of the slides while on the road... guess I got spooked out! lol

[@To.Be.Determined]

New grandbaby!!! Congrats

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Yes...very excited...this will be our third..the first 2 from our oldest....this new one from our youngest. Thanks

[@To.Be.Determined]

@@TheRoadSMITHS we get 3 new ones this year... to add to the current 2!! WOW...

[@BobMiller-r7o]

I hope you have better luck with your 2075 than I did with my 2021 Lance 2075. I know Lance has made some improvements, including replacing the cheap thermofoil countertops and using the Morryde storage slide instead of the cheap plastic slide it previously used in the 2075. Mine had a host of nuisance issues from the beginning (e.g., stove never would boil water, door luck constantly had to be adjusted, the propane cover doesn't securely lock, the shower leaked, and electrical issues) and the dealer experience was horrible. I sold it a year and a half ago and purchased an Oliver Elite II and have had no issues. Good luck with it. Maybe I just had a COVID build.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks for the comments. Yes they have made some improvements and we know that no trailer is perfect. We will keep an eye on things.

[@michaelsilbert3131]

I currently have a 2017.5. Lance 1685 and have started checking out the 2075 because it does not have a slide. Lance makes a pretty good trailer even though they were purchased a few years ago and are no longer an independent company. A lot of the problems mentioned on the Lance Owners Forum are related to the slide outs,,, called “through bolts” and / or Z bars modifications to help strengthen the large , heavy slide outs that Lance uses. Without the slide out , U can avoid a lot of potential problems. Good Luck and Happy Camping!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

We liked the 1685, the 1985 and the 1995 as well....with the slide seems roomier in some respect but the clear delineation of the bedroom is nice in the 2075. Slides are great until they aren't. Haha. Although in our Alliance with 3 slides, the slide we thought would have failed us, the Schwintek, has been fine...it was one of the hydraulic slides that did. Because we were going to go to Alaska with 3 other couples, and the rigs they were taking did not have slides, we did not want to be the ones to say....."hey we cant leave yet because our slide wont go in" Yes Lance is no longer independent but The REV Group does make good products in the other classes of product...Renegage, Fleetwood, American Coach,Holiday Rambler etc. so still good bones at the parent. I have seen your name on the Lance FB page so hope to communicate with you more...and fell free to ping us on the 2075. There is another YT channel called Idaho Voyager who have a 2021 (I think..or maybe a 2020) 2075 and they have been a good source of information as well.

[@nexttrekkingadventure]

Yay 😃 congratulations 🎉

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Thanks guys.....hope you bother are well. We will be up in your neck of the woods in September ( Tetons)...lets try anf get together.

[@nexttrekkingadventure]

We would love that. September is a great time to be in Tetons and Yellowstone. Hopefully we can do some boating on Jackson and Yellowstone Lakes.

[@user-nk5kb6xd7j]

does this model year still have separate "drains" for the grey and black water tanks? Thanks!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Yes it does. Not optimum but it works. I just added a 90 degree valterra to replace the straight down gate valve. I also have a Y connector to link them together.

[@RVAmerica]

It's a really nice little rig. Out of curiosity when you are going to alaska? We have plans for next summer. If everything works out. Lynn and Danny

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Hey guys. We are 100% sure now. It’s a question of do we go when the baby is an infant and our daughter needs more help maybe or when the baby is a toddler and then we miss that. So we need to really think that through. Let’s keep talking and see how each one of our plans shape up.

[@johnoboyle635]

When I bought a house 24 years ago my neighbor to the right was named Lance, two months after we moved in someone bought the house next door(on the left) his name….LANCE! I was surrounded by Lances for 20 years, now my favorite KZbin channel has a Lance😳…. Coincidence, I don’t believe in them😂. K & P thanks for the walkthrough, see you next Saturday. John and Caroline of The GST☘️

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

We have two friends named Lance in our old Texas neighborhood...and then of course there is Lance Armstrong, Lance Berkman, Lance Bass and of course if we are really stretching it, Lancelot Link.kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3ewiK2XZdpngM0. so I am afraid its no coincidence my friends. Haha. Thanks so much for the kind words!! Hope to see you guy are the road this year so we can introduce you to the newest Lance!!

[@GarriAnn]

I’m cracking up over how you keep referring to this as SO small. I have a 2375, which is only 24’, as my “big house” at my homebase. It’s all relative. After a summer in my van, this will feel like a mansion. You’ll love your Lance. The quality is darned good for a trailer.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Haha...we liked the 2375 as well....and I guess I should clarify..the 2075 is 25 feet form hitch to bumper...but the "box" is just over 20 feet so the 2375 is still longer and you have a slide in it. But yes its all relative...we went from a big house for a 35foot fifth wheel with 3 slides to a 21 foot trailer with no slide ( we are keeping our fifth wheel though for now). Pam thinks it my way to get her down to a tent...haha...not thats not that case. Think this is the smallest we would go. Yes we like Lance..before we bought the Alliance I was leaning toward the 2465. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@GarriAnn]

Now that makes sense that a 2075 would be more like 20’. Tenting is for young’uns. She’s right. 😊

[@eoddad1]

Does your tailgate down clear the front jack when hooked up?

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

It does! If the truck isn’t straight with the rv though, it may not.

[@solidoaksrvtrail6588]

Similar yet different from our new inTech OVR Navigate. Enjoy!

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

We did look at the OVR as well and really liked it. They did not have any holdovers when we looked so the Lance being a 2022 holdover the price was right. Good luck with yours and will follow along!

[@solidoaksrvtrail6588]

@@TheRoadSMITHS That makes complete sense!

[@orangeziggy348]

Video begins at 20:27.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Not sure what you mean...can you clarify?

[@greghanson5864]

Interesting times yes?

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Yes. Life happens. We can’t think of a better reason to cancel our trip to Alaska than having another grand baby!!

[@mikekilgore4887]

HA HA! You sound like Betty Ann Coggin. She likes her wine also.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

Oh my goodness! We have a mutual friend? Are you from Corinth as well? Oh yes, I do enjoy my wine! ~Pam

[@mikekilgore4887]

Booneville. We camp with Rick and Betty Ann a lot.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

@@mikekilgore4887 oh so fun! They stopped by and we got a chance to visit last year when they were near our place in Southwest Florida! So much fun!!

[@bjwieland-doucet5917]

Put the door in a slide

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

I’m not sure I understand what you mean?

[@bjwieland-doucet5917]

@@TheRoadSMITHS Sorry, door to the bedroom with the tweak in the tv/storage wall you talked about.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

@bjwieland-doucet5917 oh gotcha! Yes, we’ve laughed and said “too bad Lance doesn’t let us help design their trailers”! 🤣

[@talldude5841]

Got to dispise sponserd shows so you can make money.

[@TheRoadSMITHS]

I understand your position but please understand a few things, our videos take about 15-20 Hours per week to shoot, edit, and publish. We make very little from You Tube ad revenue. We never did this for the money, it was for documenting our travels, hopefully inspiring others and a creative outlet. We only promote products that we have used and are happy with with. We purchased our first RV Mattress 2 years ago and have been very happy with it, it was not provided, so when we purchased this smaller rig they offered to provide a mattress to us in exchange for a few placement videos. I always ask people if you think Tiger Woods really drove a Buick, or Matthew McConaghay really drove a Lincoln...I thnk we know the answer is likely no....we only recommend products that we use and are satisfied with. In essence we think thats better for the manufacturer and their perspective customers since they are seeing reviews from people that really do use the product. Now we are aware that some channels will take anything for a video....we are not one of those. We hope that makes sense. Thanks.