Solar & Inverter Upgrades!! 2022 Flagstaff 206STSE Rockwood 1910ESP

[@scottelwood8746]

Perfect for only the guys going to the river fishing for the weekend.

[@livinglifeinthenorth8512]

Thanks for the humour! You always bring a smile to our day! 😀

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

:) My pleasure :)

[@ggggggggggsf]

I've always found it kind of funny that the smallest campers (pop-ups) tend to have the biggest beds.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Oh I know it. Kind of like how the RVs that sleep the most people (Bunkhouses) seat the fewest usually?

[@surlypuffin6375]

Josh, seriously you are better entertainment than 95% of whats on TV. Your knowledge and your comical wit just makes our day.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Well Thankya :)

[@randallcochran1581]

I'm glad you share what goes through your head. Good to have a bit of levity.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Good to know because.. I'm not sure I could shut it off if I wanted to

[@Masterchief68]

Good memories of pop up camping!

[@volvo09]

I always wanted my dad to get a pop up as a kid. We went tent camping a lot though. My brother just got a used pop up for his kiddos, should be fun to get out with them! Now it'll be us saying "stay away from the fire!"

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

lol "stay away from the fire" Man I heard that one a few times

[@stevemiller4789]

Thanks Josh! The 206STSE/1910ESP, or the 228BHSE/2280BHESP are the two models my wife and I are considering, and you've now covered both in the last week! Contrary to what others think, these models are useful for week long, even two week long vacations at an RV Park or National/State Park. It all depends on how you like to RV!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Would you believe I did that JUST for you?

[@stevemiller4789]

Thanks Josh!

[@tedcharp]

Nice pop up camper. Thanks for sharing Josh👍👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks for watching!

[@bryana1942]

Love the insider view of the editing rooom! 🤣

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

hahahaha

[@badgerpa9]

Nice little camper, most jeeps and other vehicles can take it "offroad" on a trail, just not bear country. Manfred Mann's Earth Band did the better version of Blinded by the Light. These are great in the backyard to get your little kids to nap by doing story time and a snack, works almost every time. Be safe Josh. I do not think there is a color code for port-a-tubs, there is for fuels, etc blue is water but supposed to be clean water.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Agree on Manfred Mann

[@AprilRain6064]

Hi Josh! (I'm late to the party as usual). Thanks for all you do. And yes, I read your notes for 2 reasons a) you are always entertaining, even in written form, and b) that is where we can find all the important technical stuff ...aka specs. Hubs and I have been thinking about upgrading our older '95 popup for a couple of years now. So we have a dilemma, upgrading to a TT would also mean upgrading our truck. And since we are very close to having zero car payments (woot woot), we would like to keep it that way. Then a light bulb went off in my head (that hurt btw). Howza bout we just upgrade to a newer popup instead, then (this is the cool part), our current truck can actually tow it! Boom! Pretty fantastic idea if I do say so myself.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Did you know people actually read the stuff lol

[@cullinan18]

Dollar Tree scrapers work great as wind blocks along the edge of the griddle cook top.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

...brilliant

[@pattigrigsby9762]

Nice camper, would be great for some of the state forests. Enjoyed Reginald and Buffy. Nice editing room.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😂

[@robertsitch1415]

The portable cassette toilets became important 2 years ago when some campgrounds choose to close their bathroom facilities.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Okay, THAT makes sense. I've been wondering why I've been receiving such a HUGE number of requests for cassette toilet options... NOW I get it

[@robertsitch1415]

@@JoshtheRVNerd it seems to be a combination of them not having enough time to meet the recommended COVID-19 cleaning frequently and not liking the job anyway. At least the provincial and national parks here in Ontario generally just closed the shower facilities and some day use washrooms.

[@naomidecaire7685]

Thank you so much for covering this trailer. I ordered the Rockwood 1910esp last year and get to pick it up end of this month. (A full year later) It's like you said the exact same trailer. I think in regards to the name you could use both. Rockstaff for rockwoods and a Flagwood for Flagstaff. Either way keep up the great videos. 👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I actually like the Different names for the different things I’m covering there. At works. A lot of channels don’t take the time to cover things like pop-ups like this but we sell more than just big trailers in fifth wheels and I want to have a little something for everyone out there

[@outdoorsman2b918]

Rockstaff please... I remember 10-12 years ago a friend had a similar one. At that moment I research them a lot and there were various model "toy hauler platforms " and big locked cargo box in the front. The ones with platform could carry two four wheelers. This is a great starting point for somebody who want to start camping with some minimum comfort but doesn't want to invest in a travel trailer and/or change their vehicle. Any crossover with 4x4 is usually rated around 4000 lbs towing capacity. And it also fits in the garage. The tank colors are a color code: Yellow is diesel, red gas, blue water and so on

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY for the tank colors! :)

[@jimmoore7725]

I like it. Nice pop up with solar. Who good ask for anything more!

[@jimmoore7725]

Sorry for typos today. Had eye surgery yesterday.

[@snake_king]

Rockstaff~Flagwood Both are hilarious 🤣

[@snake_king]

And in my case, I have a Flagwood. Time to go make a shirt...

[@acuraintegrar5]

Propane works best for these fridges, add a fan and they work even better

[@smonroeh]

Hey behind the scenes video would be awesome. Maybe you could just walk around with your camera on when you get to your new dealership locations to film, and all your interactions with the locals

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

You know.. I really should do something like that. Funny how sometimes you cannot see the forest from the trees. Thank you!

[@chyquinetrentan9565]

Do some videos on Truck Campers!!! We wanna see 2022 truck camper and teardrops.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I have about a half-dozen or so (maybe more) set to slowly roll out over this next month. Stay tuned!

[@codyave]

"Bring me a piece of your finest teriyaki. Daddy's feeling spicy." lmaooo

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

hahahahaa

[@hotrodbmx]

Blue is kerosene. Yellow is diesel. I think? Now I have to consult Google

[@volvo09]

Yep, dark blue kero, yellow diesel. Water totes are a lighter blue. Or have the blue cap.

[@cshaw345]

Josh, kerosine is blue can...diesel is yellow.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY

[@danielspencer5023]

Great video! How much-added hitch weight could one expect with a battery and 2-full propane tanks? Would you recommend an equalizer hitch?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don't know exactly how much the weight of those would apply directly to the tongue but I have a video that might help you here regarding hitch weight: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXq4XnpsZcdghLM I'm unable to offer hitching insights without also having a better understanding of your vehicle. Chances are on a camper like this if you are running low on payload rating from just a popup, then you probably shouldn't be towing it at all

[@danielspencer5023]

@@JoshtheRVNerd I don't fully understand your formula but if I have a Kia Telluride, 500lb. hitch, 5,000lb. tow with the tow package. And I want to tow the Rockwood 1910ESP with Hitch: 254 / Dry: 2,315 / GVWR: 2904 lb. With this information what could I expect for max hitch weight and more importantly, is my Kia compatible with the Rockwood 1910ESP? Thanks

[@wygbuu]

Great job as usual. Could you put a Rockwood 282TESP in the queue to review?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Will watch for one. Haven’t seen one yet though

[@antonk1893]

Definitely this unit needs a clothesline & replace dienet benches with commodes . You still in the hotel ?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I've been in 3 this trip Originally I stayed between our two iowa stores but it was just too much traveling So I moved closer to the Davenport store, but that ended up being a roach motel Now in some place that isn't fancy, but at least it's clean Traveling sucks but I love the work I do

[@mcrew26]

Josh, I have been looking for a Trailer long time, I have seen your rockwood pop up factory tour. I have come down two a couple different ones. My question is what do you know f the construction and quality of Starcraft, Comet. the other two im looking at are Rockwood. why would some models hold there value better? Thanks in advance.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

A comet was just starcraft's version of what Jayco called a Hummingbird basically. Laminated walls/floor. One piece fiberglass front to back. 6.5ft wide.

[@andiiramii2775]

LMAOOOOOOOO love this

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It was uhh.. lacking in some privacy lol

[@spiderthenimble]

Lmao - swear to God, read the thumbnail as "Solar Pig". Great off-grid rig here. Not sure here in the south it'd be too comfortable in a pop up without some sort of AC in the summer time. Then again, same goes for a swampy tent too, so there's that.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I'm really interested in learning about this solar pig ..

[@robertsitch1415]

I would probably be funny if you also reviewed your hotel room too.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

lol seriously thought about it. I've been in THREE this trip alone. First hotel was between our two iowa stores. I was hoping to bounce between them but there's just too much driving and I was losing a lot of time. So I moved closer to davenport but was booking only over the phone and the agent set me up in a roach motel from one of their "allied partners." It was rough. I'll spare you the details. Third room is simple, not fancy, but it's clean/dry/doesn't smell like mildew and murder. I'm MUCH happier here lol :)

[@robertsitch1415]

@@JoshtheRVNerd at least you finally got an OK place to stay.

[@dqsimpson5331]

Josh, no batteries? where does the solar energy get stored?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Most RVs have no factory batteries. That's stuff we can assist a client with depending on their needs

[@tremjar1305]

i like these kind of things, something i would own for sure, but i prefer something more ... permanent... that i COULD full time in if i had to warranty or no warranty, something i wont freeze my dingle berries together, forcing logs to steam their way out during the winter... now if i already had a 5th wheel or such planted semi permanently on my own land... something like this would be perfect for the shorter better weather camping or vacation trips where bringing the big one would be a waste and not worth the trouble. ... this and a jeep would be great for exploring the areas and camping near your already nice spot you planted the 5th wheel as your main off grid home. .... now i would never refuse to buy one of these, what we will call a normal built trailer will generally be more expensive too, beggers cant be choosers, i take what i can get..... COULD full time in this if you pick and choose your locations and weather conditions carefully.... if you had to, main problem besides the obvious things is that you cant just latch a cabinet shut bring up the jacks and leave, even the top up and down not the issue, just another step... the pain in the ass would be removing and rearranging all the crap so it can close shut properly without leaving anything in you may need, a normal trailer all you gotta do is toss the coffee maker in the cabinet and be done. clothes can hang right where they are, unlike in this type..... as long as i have a shower, even if outside... bed and power.... i can figure the rest out as i go... literally lol. although i do not think dropping a deuce next to your dog outside the door would be appropriate in a camp ground. .. but hey if the dog dont care why should i right?

[@hotrodbmx]

A/C?

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

Not on the solar system it has. If it was in a campground only - you could add the AC and include in the purchase. Fishing rig for those who want to get out there.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Available as an option

[@michelesteward5170]

Read it☺️

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Wait.. what did I do now?

[@rvail136]

Josh, you're a hot mess (as we say in the south), but over the course of that past year or so of watching your videos, you're the one I measure pretty much everyone else's videos. You're consistent and entertaining while actually knowing what you're talking about...that's one hell of a sales tool. I hope your brother at Advantage1 loosens up a bit, his videos are almost painful to watch. The last one he did was his best yet...I think he stopped taking himself so seriously and started trying to have fun (that's the real key, have fun at what you're doing). I started out watching Big Truck/Big RV...but he disses anything that's not at least a 3/4 tonne truck to the point I unsubbed him. THere's a guy out of Georga (little chubby guy) that I occasionally watch his videos, but yours are the ones I watch every single one of...it's your knowledge and sens of dorky humor that I appreciate the most. You've given me a great deal to think about...I'm still leaning hard on an Outback toyhauler (240URS, 33 or 34, depending upon my mood), but you consistently offer up a plethora of choices. The one brand I've written off are Cherokee Grey Wolf/Wolf Pups/et al...they don't offer a drop down queen bed, just that stupid flop down couches...

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It's REALLY hard to learn to find your own voice and flow in things. Took me years. I already see the progress my brother has made

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

@Liberative I'll have to check his last one out. Regarding more Bish's locations.. I've heard _rumors_ of possible additional expansions but I am not prithee to details

[@josephrobichaud5198]

Looking for a camper that by far has the lowest resale value, 0 "Cracker Barrel" ability, broken down once when it's raining and not opened up and again next time you go camping and having it smell like mold, a real pain to set up, a middle of the camper season only, horrible toilet and no shower, then this is the camper for you!