Lance VS Northern Lite Truck Campers - Exterior Comparison

After the initial shock wore off of us getting a camper other than a full fiberglass one, we decided it might be worth our while to compare the Lance with the Northern Lite while they're both still sitting in our garage.
In this video we compare the exteriors of the 2021 Lance 975 and the 2019 Northern Lite 10-2. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions about the differences. We tried to cover most everything on the exterior and will more than likely do an interior comparison soon too.
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2005 Northern Lite 10-2 Truck Camper - Picked up on 8/10/2019 doing some repairs, maintenance and renovations to this one.
2008 Bigfoot 21RB - Sold 12/2019, we went across country to purchase from a dealer in Pueblo Colorado.
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[@cowboy7x]

I had a lance and liked it. But i would NEVER have another TC that wasn't two piece fiberglass. The roof maintenance is too worry some for me. Great video comparison.

[@mikelayow815]

It's nice to have all that storage space and water capacity, but you need to remember the gvw. Thanks for all the great videos

[@edwilson9243]

Great video Todd, very good information. I agree with many of your observations. I bought a new Lance 830 Short bed with rear pop out tent in Florida back in 2009. Never had any major issues with it, it was very well built too. It had the round euro style bathroom. We liked it a lot. In 2012 I had an opportunity to buy my first NL 8'11". A gentleman had bought it, toured all Canada and then wanted to sell it at a very good price. I was really impressed with the overall quality the NL felt throughout. I kept it for 4 years and traded it on a brand new 2016 8'11. Fast toward to 2019 and I traded it on my current 10'2" LE Dry Bath. I'm thinking long term the NL will not give me any major grief, where the Lance eventually will have issues with the slide, seams and leaks. Both Nice units for sure and Yes the Lance beats it in storage but I just keep going back to long term build quality and will stick with my NL. Great comparison take care

[@nathanielplenge]

Couldn't agree more on longer term thoughts. I'm closer to buying my first slide in, have you had any experience around any of the newer Bigfoot slide in campers? They seem to be very similar to the Northern Lite, more of a direct competition? Both 2 piece Fiberglass... Imo, I seem to like the Interior layouts of the Bigfoots better? Any thoughts? I'm looking specifically at the Bigfoot 10.4 with the Dry Bath in the middle of the unit, kitchen to the back, with sink at the rear...smaller dinette.

[@boostedlss6450]

@@nathanielplenge the Bigfoot has nice panoramic windows in the rear iirc, I went with a NL 9-6 wih the wet bath aft.

[@FarFlungHeel]

Thank you for this. These 2 campers are on my short list so great to see the side-by-side.

[@curtisg7924]

Awesome review. Thank you👍🏻

[@judyi.7015]

That was very interesting & helpful! Thank you!

[@TumbleweedRvLife]

Great Video. Thank you!

[@northerngunner2756]

We love the docking lights on our Lance. !!

[@jnmaher1967]

Awesome job. Can’t wait for the interior. You must be the only person who owns both.

[@wallclockmaster4732]

Nice comparison! It is rare to see these 2 together

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

I like Lance the best in travel trailers also.

[@peggyjensen294]

🤩 what a great 👍 video. Very informative

[@RunawayRoses]

@Peggy Jensen thank you so much for your nice compliment!

[@stevewoods8116]

Thank you!

[@protonneutron9046]

Both good campers. In the long run the Northern-lite will last longer due to in construction.

[@Cacheola]

I've had a northern lite. They're a giant bathtub when, not if, you get a leak. I've also taken out both corners with my trailer tongue smoking the rear jacks. That was a significant reconstruction, albeit good as new in the end. I'd hate to think what ripping the lance open would entail

[@protonneutron9046]

@@Cacheola Wow, need to practice your maneuvering. Also, according to owners they leak less than almost any other RV. Maybe you bashing it about as you do caused leaks.

[@UprootedAdventures]

Northern lite all the way! I might be slightly biased lol. But still jealous of your lance bathroom haha.

[@J297WFD]

I’m more curious as to how tall are your ceilings in the garage? And how do you get them in and out? Could you possibly do a video on this? Love the channel you guys rock.thank you.

[@bonejamshighbrows3492]

Great video! Makes me want to sell my home and just travel full-time!

[@Azaruna]

Do it, because I am going to but not with either of these campers. There are better ones for the back of a pick up truck. I can ski instruct all winter and live next to the beach and have cocktails in the summer :) Happy days!

[@BuellXB12SDucati1198]

I live fulltime in my 2018 Lance model 850 and love it. I have no desire to own land or a house.

[@billiebuckamer8189]

The screws along the top of the Lance are perfect for installing Solar panel mounting brackets.

[@BuellXB12SDucati1198]

I live fulltime in my 2018 Lance model 850 no slides. I didn't want slide outs due to extra weight, cost, access to toilet when slide is in and maintenance. My Lance truck camper has held up well through extreme cold temperatures and deep snow. Made a few mods and improvements. Minor issues with appliances but nothing I couldn't repair or replace on my own. I do really like the Northern lite campers. Either way both are decent campers and comes down to personal preference for layout, design and style.

[@Pickitout]

Thanks . Very helpful I gave a 👍🏻

[@randpamadventures8374]

Yeah I added fans on my Lance and keeps the fridge working better 👍

[@MAGA-kw3ol]

Northern lite all the way, I have a lance travel trailer, nice trailer but will get a 2 piece camper or trailer next time, water intrusion is a constant battle with any stick built RV

[@nathanielplenge]

Be sure to check out the new Bigfoot slide in campers as well. Great competition to Northern Lite, also a two piece fiberglass build! 👍

[@bryanstaten5585]

Nice, would like to see more of these comparisons if you're at a show or rally....bigfoot....arctic fox....etc.

[@corgily]

Nice comparison

[@carlosmunroe8021]

You change my mind from N.L TO LANCE

[@Cacheola]

You make a valid point with the acrylic windows - letting the mosquitos in when shutting the windows for the night. That's a showstopper in BC Canada. Suppose a quick blast with a leaf blower would buy you some time. I'll also add, that I'm mulling over a 2017 northern lite (last of the rear dinette), the fit and finish has not changed since my 1998 but the price sure has. 20 years later and they're still using the same OLD bits and bobs... kinda sad

[@silvere36]

It's hard to overlook the difference between weight and fiberglass construction. In 10 years, they will be in very different conditions.

[@captainpaddy1524]

My biggest concern is the roof of the Lance. In the end, the durability of the all fiberglass construction will win the day.

[@stephenbrothers9185]

We looked at lance when picking our unit and probably liked it second best, but I'm a tall guy (6'2") and the cabover in particular was just too short for me. I couldn't sit up in bed. We wound up going into an arctic fox 811 and fell in love. It's heavier, but the arched ceilings and taller cabover make a huge difference for me. If you're a taller person, it might be worth checking out for you too.

[@TheBestofUSTheFloros]

Great review. Duane wants a Lance extremely bad. He also loves truck campers He just said while watching,,, "do you want a truck camper"? You aren't helping me... lol Deana

[@RunawayRoses]

Lol, that's funny! I would recommend the Lance travel trailer, unless you want to pull something behind that is. Someday when we're done with our other hobbies we'll move back to a travel trailer. Tell Duane hi for us!

[@allenaverill2461]

Thanks for making this video, it helps in making the decision between them. Which handles deep cold (below zero) better?

[@scottg9208]

Having been a NL owner, I can tell you the quality is outstanding. I cannot speak to the Lance because I have not owned one. However, a friend of mine had one and after seeing mine they sold their Lance and bought a NL. They live in Alaska and spend their winters in their camper here in the lower 48 and summers in Alaska, all in the truck camper. Drive back and forth to Alaska twice a year with the camper on the back of a dusky and then tell me which one is better quality. Not bashing Lance at all as they make a good camper but depending on your use case, they do not stand up to the NL.

[@bardamu9662]

Hi, Great video. I am leaning definitely towards the Lance truck camper. From an isolation standpoint, any major difference?I like also the big window in the back of the truck giving more light inside. Thanks.

[@GeorgeSipe]

The Northern Lite seems to have a lot better design for resisting water intrusion. The door height benefit for the Lance is only gained by having in inside step, which is less than ideal in a small space.

[@nathanielplenge]

The new Bigfoots are very similar! Love the 10.4 DB...and layouts are a little better than Northern Lite imo.

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Make sure you use Pledge polish any thing else may scratch . That’s what we use on our small airplanes on the windshield.

[@patriot8087]

I like the old school marker lights. they look to be much brighter and stand out more?

[@brentmcmahon8188]

They make a rubber gutter with 3M peal and stick and it works great no streaks on the windows.

[@jamesvelvet3612]

Go Bravos !!!

[@ftkinsella]

That was a very good comparison of campers. You now have me thinking about the Lance where I was almost completely sold on the Northern Lite. I hope when you do the inside comparison you give us the dry weight on both campers. Would also like to know how much solar if standard on each model as well as how much total solar can be installed. Nice work. Cheers!!!

[@nathanielplenge]

Hi F&T, I recently went to Shakopee, MN to look at a Northern Lite 10.2 DB. The dealer said the solar is equipped to handle 300 watts of solar. Two dealer installed panels and one optional ground unit could be plugged in. Not sure on the Lance. I was almost convinced on the Northern Lite, but I'm taking a hard look at the new Bigfoot 10.4...love the interior layouts and better dry bath layout in my mind. Two piece fiberglass like the Northern Lite.

[@ftkinsella]

Nathaniel Plenge thanks for the info. Cheers!!!

[@chrisvantassel8867]

There is no comparison in quality which is why the NL has a 6 year warranty. Both nice campers but the NL will still be rocking in 10 years. This is a truck camper so door height...meh! These are small campers in every way. The NL is built like a yacht similar to an Oliver trailer. I just wish all truck camper manufacturers would update the aesthetics like the Cirrus campers.

[@edgarsouthwold7358]

I would think the NL generator vent would need to be more open to allow the generator to aspirate.

[@mistymoo9183]

Good video, but at times it's difficult to hear you speak, due to the music being too loud. We really like Northern Lite.

[@alisha7224]

Both should have sky light on the front like the cyrrous (or whatever it's called).

[@kenainmeshik]

The 2021 newer models have powered side awning.

[@bobsurenko7044]

I would have liked to see the battery box.What size and type come with the campers and what space is available to add batteries.

[@ellingwood1]

I'm new to slide in campers. I noticed your campers sitting on the Jack's without any additional support, I thought this was not recommended by happijac? Also I may have missed it but did you mention the struts on the NL? Great video BTW

[@czealtamahawk1228]

Which one is warmer during freezing windy snowy weather like Alaska and why?

[@eagletek1]

when you want to pull in and take a quick nap on the lance is it hard getting to the bed with the slide in.thanks

[@rickycoon4857]

the real question for me is which camper will be in better condition at the end of the financing period. I love the minimal seam northern lite for this reason. But really like the idea of extra room of a slide out. The problem of a slide out is you cant reach the bathroom or fridge with the slide IN. Decisions decisions 😁 Thanks for the videos!👍

[@RunawayRoses]

Fortunately we didnt finance it, but we did find out that the Lance warranty will not transfer to someone else which is very disappointing 😕

[@vtwinpower1897]

I just bought a used Lance, havint used it yet because we got it a mnth ago so it's winter in 🇨🇦 can't wait to hit the trails!.. my wife n I n our 2 dogs. One is 210lbs n the other is 140lbs, so I'm glad the boyz can't make there way to our bed!..😉✌

[@brentmcmahon8188]

My 05 Bigfoot has a 50 gal fresh and I don’t remember the other tank sizes.

[@michaellee9411]

Awesome overview of both -- there was a leaning obvious throughout the entire video that you do like the Lance a bit better which is fine But all importance is the entire cost my friend what is the blank blank cost of each one that's muy importante amigo..! I'm totally out priced anyway it's fine I'd have to buy used and that's already a house payment more than I could buy anyway.. recently I saw that the 2020 Northern Lights look awesome but I think it was like 79,000... that's holy cow man it's it's all just not possible for me.. I'm very interested in one but I'm dreaming I don't think I have 10% of that kind of money in the first place.. And I've got to assume the new Lance is probably more so I'm guessing 85...?? Congratulations to all those people out there who are able to buy such a thing.. I'm basically homeless and hoping for always a hand-me-down in life and you know the old saying nothing in life is free so.. I'm waiting for heaven and all its mansion and decor and all that offers because Earth is just not affordable I'll Google the price of the cost on both of the comparison but you did a good job in your presentation but knowing how much it cost is important between the two

[@hddm3]

You ever check out the king star campers yet.

[@darylwright3393]

How does the Bigfoot stack up construction wise on the exterior to these two?

[@brentschirmer9205]

I love your channel and content. I have a question. How tall are your garage doors to enable you to get a truck camper in. We are looking for a truck camper but also need to build a garage to store it in. thanks.

[@RunawayRoses]

Our garage doors are too short at 11 foot. We get ours in and out by putting it on a trailer. I would recommend 13 or 14 foot tall garage doors if your going to build. 14 tall X 12 wide would be great.

[@flyingdutchman7585]

My NL was made in 2015 and the marker lights are LED, I'm pretty sure yours are LED.

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Make sure you use Pledge and it will polish the plastic and not scratch it. I use to fly small planes and that’s a must to clean and polish them with Pledge and if you don’t you will have to replace your windshield and that’s a grand or more to replace it. Iam sure the camper window won’t cost no where close to that price !

[@DCGULL01]

I know that you really LOVE the new Lance, but- as you look at them side by side, is the lighter no-slide Northern Lights a fair equal to the Lance, or- not so much? I remember how excited you both were when you got the Lance, and, I know the NL is a 2019 (not old by any measure!), so...? My wife will only do a dry bath camper...and I'm not too upset over slide outs, so- we are probably going to get a Host, Eagle Cap or Arctic Fox...

[@CortJohnson]

Really liked the NL but windows are too small and side windows will not even open all the way. Too little ventilation for us unfortunately.

[@bigredcrew02]

because the lance has a slide its meant for a dually so you need more room between the legs to load it.

[@axebox]

Exactly.

[@jimshaw9684]

Who makes the Jack stabilizer that you have on the Northern Light? Thanks and great video.

[@RunawayRoses]

Hi Jim, it is a Stablecamper system, we got one for the Lance too. We highly recommend them www.stablecamper.com/ Thanks for watching!

[@jimshaw9684]

@@RunawayRoses thanks for the update. One more question. Does your Ram have SiriusXM and does it work with both campers as setup from factory? Or did you have move/replace the SiriusXM antenna? Thanks, great videos.

[@RunawayRoses]

@@jimshaw9684 We don't use the SiriusXM feature of the radio but if you're asking about the antenna getting in the way when traveling, it seems to be fine.

[@dcjenner]

Very 1-sided, you’re definitely a Lance guy, would like to see a more impartial review. Also, a comparison of like years. I’d also be interested in seeing both of these campers in 10 years, I think you better have an umbrella inside with the Lance to stay dry. The NL, with it’s clamshell fibreglass construction, is made like a sailboat and they typically last decades. But each to his own.

[@carperdiem8754]

Glass shatters, acrylic scratches. I will take the acrylic

[@genze58]

Could you show us what kind of trailer you use and how you pull it in. I have the same problem with 11' high door. I can't figure out what kind of trailer to use? Thank You

[@RunawayRoses]

@Gary G we're going to do that in an upcoming video so stay tuned! Thanks for watching!

[@etb8863]

Hey Todd, with your Northern Lite, did you have to lay plywood in the truck bed of your Ram to clear the cab? Or just a rubbed mat? If so, how thick of a sheet?

[@RunawayRoses]

All we use is a 3/4 inch thick horse stall mats, no plywood and it works great for us. It clears the cab just fine with several inches to spare.

[@nathanielplenge]

@@RunawayRoses Wonder if the Bigfoot would be very similar clearance as the Northern Lite? 🤔 Both 2 piece.

[@rMoore-zq3tw]

I think this was a very fair comparison of the two units. I clearly understand that you compared truck campers you own--the 2019 Northern Lite to the 2021 Lance. You pointed out a few things that a casual person wouldn't know unless they spent time with each unit. The hatch vents, gutter, truck electrical cables, and width of the brackets for the dully was a big surprise. Also the door to the camper is HUGE. It would have been nice to see the actual basement storage of the Northern Lite and Lance. I know the basement Lance Storage is inside the unit but for a true apples to apples comparison this could have been included.. If you include the total basement of the Northern Lite, how does the overall storage of the Northern Lite compare to the overall storage of the Lance. I'm surprised at the size of the rear awning of the Northern Lite. The brochures say it is a 7 foot awning but your measurements of only 6 feet indicate that there is a bit of marketing going on! Perhaps Northern Lite is measuring the distance of the Awning rail. The Lance says it is 7 feet and your measurements confirm this. It appears you have 200 Watts of solar on the Northern Lite but did not indicate how much solar on the Lance. The newer 2021 Northern Lites have a few more features. For example, the Northern Lite's Limited Edition has an Automatic Power Slide. The slide is only 10.5ft vs the 12 ft slide on the Lance. The Northern Lite 2021 Limited Edition also comes with 2 Solar Panels each at 185 Watts (total of 370 Watts). The Northern Lite 2021 Special Edition only comes with 2 Solar Panels each at 100 Watts (total of 200 Watts). I think the According to the brochures, Lance has a capacity of 200 watts of solar. I can't wait to see your opinion of the interior of the units. You might consider drawing a few comparisons to the 2021 Northern Lite units when it differs from your 2019 unit when comparing to the 2021 Lance.

[@nathanielplenge]

Would love to see a side by side between NL and Bigfoot. Both two piece fiberglass. 👍 imo, I like the interior layout of Bigfoot campers better...

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Be nice if somebody would an adapters for that rig .

[@dianajones1068]

Definitely Lance

[@louisverville9575]

Too much publicity man ! Too bad because the video is great.

[@Chris.Donley]

The First, Middle, and last thing that needs to be said when comparing these two campers, one is a "Molded Fiberglass" (Northern) and one is a traditional "Stick Built" Fiberglass over frame Camper (Lance). Within just the last couple of years, with the implementation of Azdel, Vacuum bonding over Aluminum Frame, Aluminum roof trusses, and Composite flooring (this ones huge), traditional built (Stick Built) campers have finally surpassed the quality of Molded Fiberglass campers, FINALLY! The problem is only a few mftr's are implementing all these new modern building techniques, and unfortunately Lance isn't one of them. Head to toe, NO WOOD in the construction is what we are after.

[@davidchase8815]

Actually most Lance are aluminum framed and not wood!

[@Chris.Donley]

David Chase - Yep, they are now all Aluminum framed sidewall (stick built+ I like to call it), but most still use wood in roof and all still use wood on the sub-floor. Lance are definitely better than average.

[@HELLH0WND]

So is that a sliding pass-through window on the Northern Lite that I could slide through from the camper to the cab in a pinch if I watch my carbs?

[@RunawayRoses]

No, you could never fit through that window. Plus in the new ones, it doesn't open.

[@phillords8377]

Did you find your Lance on RVT or CL? How did you come across the Lance?

[@RunawayRoses]

Hi Phil, I am pretty sure Todd found both our Lance and our 2019 Northern Lite 10-2 on rvtrader.com. We found our older Northern Lite on Facebook Marketplace. If we're looking for one we will usually keep our eyes open to all of those. If you're looking, good luck!!

[@TheChadWork2001]

Acrylic will fog after a few years in the sun

[@stinger4583]

Sorry about that. Thanks. I'll watch them both. Be safe out there.

[@RunawayRoses]

You too! No problem.

[@brentmcmahon8188]

The winner for most campers fires is the fridge .

[@BillSprague]

Do you think the increased gap between the overhead bed and the top of the truck will i pack the fuel mileage?

[@RunawayRoses]

So far our mpg's have stayed about the same with both the campers. I don't think it make much of a difference but I like the look of a lessor gap between the truck roof and camper. Thanks for watching!

[@genze58]

I would also like to know how you get those campers in the garage? how tall are your garage doors? They look to short to pull in with the truck? I ask because my door is 11' and its 8" to short to pull the camper in with the truck. I would like to know how you pull them in your garage. Thank You

[@RunawayRoses]

We'll also talk about garage door height in upcoming video as well! :-)

[@stinger4583]

I'm looking forward to the interior comparison. I would like to know the dimensions of your garage if you don't mind. Thanks.

[@RunawayRoses]

@Stinger45, funny you should say that. We released the interior comparison last week and in the video just before that we talked about the size of our garage. You can check those videos out, here's the interior one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKKwn2megaeUkMk and here is the one that talks about our garage size: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJzSeYqQermBeJI , Hope that helps! Thanks for watching!

[@steveedinger9451]

What is the price on the Lance and northern lite

[@RunawayRoses]

I would say they are roughly in the same price range, depending on your options. The retail now as opposed to when we bought one last year is quite a bit more and I think that is due to shortage of parts used to make them. I'm not sure about that but it is just an assumption. We got our 2021 Lance 975 for for around $47,900 and here's one on Southland RV's website for sale: www.southlandrv.com/product/new-2021-lance-975-1417457-30 As I said, a new Northern LIte is in the same price range.

[@davidchase8815]

Great comparison. But looks like your horseshoe above the side garage door is upside down. All the luck is leaking out!!!!

[@giacominoleuzzi3775]

How can you compare a 2021vs 2019???

[@RunawayRoses]

Easy, because those are the two that we have in our garage at the moment. I'm sure someone will find it useful.

[@JohnAnderson-km1fb]

My biggest two questions are about weight comparison and cost comparison. My impression is fiberglass is lighter and cheaper. True?

[@RunawayRoses]

Typically lighter but not necessarily cheaper. Thanks for watching.

[@pjf7943]

Is there a weight difference.??

[@RunawayRoses]

@pjf yes there is, that's something we should have mentioned. The northern lite dry weight is approximately 3,425 lbs and the Lance is approximately 4,600 lbs. Thanks for pointing that out!!

[@tinascott3892]

I have a question for ya...Do you think I'll be able to haul a Lance camper ( smaller one maybe ?) On my ford 150 , 8 cyl , 5.0 trintron motor , long bed , 4 door , Truck ? Thanks ! I wanna go take a look at them ..just don't want to be told by a salesman that I can...when maybe I can't ! Can one person take the camper off the truck ? ( a girl ?)

[@RunawayRoses]

Hi Tina Scott,. Sure anyone can take the camper off the truck, it just takes practice. As for your truck you need to see what your payload is and find a camper that weighs less. Half ton truck payloads are typically not very high so you would have to have a light weight camper. Some of the pop up truck camper are good on half ton trucks. Hope that helps and thanks for watching.

[@RunawayRoses]

Try looking at a Lance 650 and check it's weight. Some people put those on half ton trucks.

[@nathanielplenge]

You might be able to find the max payload on the sticker inside the driver door frame.

[@stevenszikora2375]

You catch more wind will drag lance

[@kennethjinkins8967]

I'm new , are you boondocker or camp people ????

[@RunawayRoses]

We haven't boondocked yet but we're looking forward to trying it out. And yes, I guess you could call us camping people!🏕️

[@stevenleininger5682]

Lance is the king of campers.

[@patriot8087]

Artic Fox is a great competitor to Lance, in many way and even some ways better than a Lance. I ahve no dog in the hunt just sayin. Artic Fox has a better winter package by far.

[@brentmcmahon8188]

I got a 05 Bigfoot 10.6 truck camper and any camper that’s is not built like a Northern Lite or a Bigfoot truck camper. They will not last and will rot to the ground and I have seen Bigfoot TC 25 years old and look like new and the other capers on every corner and every seam they will leak . If they are put to gather like a boat. I just am so surprised that money can make you talk about a Lance or Artic Fox and put it up against a northern Lite and they are number 2 in fiberglass 2 piece construction and Bigfoot truck campers have been number 1 ever since they hit the market and the belly of the best is so much better because you can take the bottom out to fix pipes that froze whe owners did not winterize it properly and get to up grade like the tanks that came lose.

[@johnb2832]

Where does the fly sleep?

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Northern lite hands down and no comparison only has looks won’t last 25-30 years like Northern lite or Bigfoot .

[@brentmcmahon8188]

And will get blisters and will cost a ton to fix the Lance.

[@devriessigns9149]

Great video! I think it's pretty clear that the Lance is vastly better than the outdated Northern Light. I get the whole 2-piece thing, but the look of it simply doesn't appeal to me. And that short door is just ridiculous. At 6-1 myself, that's an immediate deal breaker for me. What are the widths of the doors though? I'm also not a fan of acrylic Windows. Now let's see someone do an in depth comparison of a new Lance with a new Eagle Cap! The 2020+ Eagle Cap would be my first choice for a new TC (1200 model). Just need a truck with a 6,000lb +!payload capacity! Lol

[@pjf7943]

Todd, you should know better... Smooth socks on smooth fiberglass, eight feet in the air..!! I hope you can fly...... Or bounce...!!! LOL!

[@jerseyjim8365]

The elephant in the room is why anyone would need two truck campers? 🤷