This Year's BEST New Couple's Camping Fifth Wheel!! 2024 Cougar 260MLE by Keystone RV

[@ChuckPage-s9f]

Thank You Josh for all the hours of Friday night entertainment. Plus all your help in finding a trailer!! This is the one!! Thanks again!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

My pleasure!

[@judithmoore7892]

The dining/desk is clever. It’s so spacious without a booth or table and chairs. The drop down TV is perfect. More designers should include that TV mount. Great kitchen, love the backsplash.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@anitariley2681]

...and regular TV mounts will go the way of propane fridges and those damn radius showers! Booths ( I hope) too.

[@mmw5156]

Looking to buy this one . I love it ,love the folding table . Your right lots of space . Love the king slide and my personal fav is the fire place!

[@larryjordan3499]

They out done themselves on this one.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

😊

[@chiefsnarlsnortz1610]

That is a true beauty!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It's one of the best models for the year for me

[@gaildudlicek890]

I think I am in LOVE with this one. That kitchen is nicer than the kitchen in my house! And the fridge is SO much larger than others I have seen. This would be perfect for my husband and I.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It's SUCH a good model!

[@charlenecastaldo3602]

Beautiful! Love the slide out table/desk. Great rig! Love Cougar. Thanks Josh.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Glad you like it!

[@dennisg.7498]

Although we just bought our 3rd RV in 2 years and are not looking, I still like watching these videos from Josh. Even though I am not a Cougar fan, this may be the first RV I have seen Josh review that I have absolutely nothing bad to say about. My wife will never believe it, but I am speechless. I would love to own this as a seasonal camper. Great job !

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

TY for tuning in and hanging out. Hit me up with questions any time even out of pure curiosity

[@anitariley2681]

Love how keystone dealt with the high tv. And the fireplace! I was one of those who asked about it. Also love the fact that there is no damned dinette! Excellent Floorplan! Thinking of buying a plot of land and living in this. I can see us doing this in this model. Be a while before this happens but I can see nothing but good things in the future!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It’s so good!

[@santabenton5762]

Great floor plan very nice features all the way around except they dropped the ball on the 1 yard line with the floor vents they even have one right next to the John darn I really like everything else about it

[@1TxSwampRat]

This is the one for us. Hits 95% of what we're looking for. 3 observations. Agree about the sewer connections. The table slide out over the fireplace might be a bit much during winter but easily solved with tv trays or shutting it down weather dependent. Would be nice if autolevling could be accessed without having to open the bin door. Don't need nosy eyes looking into our bay and prefer not to open the bay during inclement weather. Little thing, maybe a shelf on both side of bed if it's a queen size to hold a cellphone (alarm clock). Just initial observations.

[@GrillMarksBud-S-n-P]

Excellent Rig! Moved this one to the top of my 5th wheel list. One thing is the floor vents but not a deal breaker! Thanks for the Tour!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Good call!

[@jessetadlock4818]

Finally, Josh!! My invention has taken place which you and I spoke about a long time ago!!! The TV now can pivot downward!!! Now, maybe other companies can get on board with that idea. Sorry, we couldn't make millions on that idea but I'm happy to finally see it!! LOL

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

That TV mechanism has existed for YEARS in toy haulers.. but non-toy hauler brands act like they've never heard of such a newfangled doodad

[@NickCharles]

Yes! YES! This one is going on my short list. I love the wonderfully spacious kitchen. The washer dryer prep is great, love the ceiling fan, and the cargo capacity is really good too. What they did to the TV is great and more manufacturers should put them on stands that drop down like that. The factory solar is sufficient, and the road mode is lovely, and all this in about 30 feet! BUT, the absolute winner for me is that entertainment center/pull out table!!! As someone who would need to work on the road, there's space for monitors, I can use the TV, and there's enough room on the counter to tuck everything away when the work day is done and use it as a nice dining space, with the step up I don't have to worry about spills or anything seepimg over from the table or prep space either, nice touch! I'd probably swap in a nicer chair for office work, but those included ones look ok for meal time. If I had to be really, really nitpicky, I would have liked to see a single sewer line, but if the rest of the rv is damn near perfect, I could live with the two.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Agreed. It's like 99% flawless for the most part

[@jantitsworth8191]

Tganks for showing us this one Josh, only 4 wishes not granted that i see... A single sewer drain A cargo door with side hinges on the "work" side "Easy lift" steps A single lever bathroom faucet. But this one is SO close to perfect!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@JandAReview1]

We are excited too josh! We believe there is full body paint offered. We could be wrong, not the first time for that. Thanks Josh!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah there are now cougar paint options. The grey looks AMAZING

[@JandAReview1]

@@JoshtheRVNerd We haven’t seen the Grey paint yet.

[@davesigz]

Very exciting floorplan. Love all the improvements they made. This floorplan is awesome!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Glad you like it!

[@0708scott]

This fifth wheel is darn near perfect. Rear kitchen models are my favorite.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

We agree!

[@mtmartianesq]

Hi Josh. It's been a while since I commented, but this 2024 Cougar 260 MLE is a beaut! It's perfect for a full-timing couple and not too large for moving around. I still would suggest a couple of simple modifications. Taking out the televator and still leaving a reasonably sized window and drop-down TV is great. However, I see myself installing a "door" to mount the TV bracket on, leaving the room behind for shelves for books, DVDs, CDs, or whatever. My other thought is directed at the door over the outside camp kitchen. That door looks to be a tad high up. I would like to see a strap fastened to the inside of the door, (screw at the high end, velcrow at the lower end) that would enable us height-restricted types to close the door. Another alternative would be to have shock absorber arms installed. Again, it is a very nice trailer. Oh ya, finally a trailer with lots of cabinets and reasonably sized windows.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

FSX is doing a swingout "door/tv" combo in some of their new V series models to help make that space double as storage. It's a cool idea

[@LoriDue]

I absolutely love this camper thanks to your honest presentation! This is going to be our "forever" camper. We are shopping in 2025.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nickzalan4762]

Finally. This is the one for me. Big enough to full time, small enough to travel. Up here in Canada Cougar's have typically set us back $80-100k so improving the value they offer in the last couple years has made cougar much more competitive to what Jayco Eagle had been offering. Added bonus, this thing is light enough i dont need to buy a $100k truck to tow it. This will be able to be towed by a 20 year old cummins thats far closer to my budget, which will make affording the RV easier.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Love the canadian perspective. TY Everyone has an opinion but I don't think it's an accident Cougar has retaken the slot of #1 selling fifth wheel in the US. (Not sure what the canadian stats or combined north american stats look like) They've done a monster job of just giving people what they want and doing a good job of it

[@sunnyd3368]

Love this unit. Checks all my boxes of what we are looking for.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Nice!

[@chrisbenick6147]

Absolute perfection of a layout, now just give it to me in a travel trailer.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I bet it’ll happen

[@outbacker292]

Good to see the manufacturers going away from the troublesome schwintec slides.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It's a pretty common trend right now

[@markt7291]

That’s a great RV design. I’ll keep this one in mind when ready. No limitations in parks mostly. Cool.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah it’s a monster layout for moving around without sacrificing big rv features

[@philforder7810]

They've done it brother, thanks to Cougar, I now have brain freeze,(happens more as I get older), now I have to choose between Cougar & Brinklet G4000?????? There is simply too many choices!!!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Wow two VERY different animals there

[@StuPedasso]

The Avalanche 295RK and Cougar 23MLE had a baby 😍 Great solo/couples floorplan. Nice "road mode" access and I like the outside griddle instead of burners. Bummer on the dual greys...does that mean there's (2) 38 Gal tanks? One for kitchen, one for bath? Never understood this, seems to me the bathroom grey is used more and, if split, should be bigger. my 2 cents. Thanks Josh!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

lol basically. It's really really good. And yes - two grey tanks. The reason you get equally sized tanks is because of factory standardization. The fewer part #'s they can juggle the more streamlined and accurate the process. Less human oversight = more cost control So it's easier to just use two of the same tank than juggle multiple tank sizes

[@mggoose2000]

I’m looking at all the similar models…this is by far, the best I’ve seen..

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I’ve not seen another quite like it. Love this one

[@texillini1]

I LIKE IT!!!!! Definitely one to put on a potential 5th wheel list. Need more backsplash however. if you haven’t already done so already, can you do a video on just showing and explaining the difference between the different types of refrigerators? If you have, can you repost it please? Thanks Uncle Josh. So when are you coming to the Iowa store for a meet and greet? Will it be before next year’s QCCA Expo Center RV & Camping Show February 23-25, 2024 in Rock Island, IL? Come to the show, I’ll buy you a Coors Light.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don’t have a fridge video but that’s a solid idea

[@texillini1]

@@JoshtheRVNerd you should hire me as an assistant 😆

[@johnpossible6292]

This model is fantastic. For me and my wife a dedicated dinette isn’t necessary. We almost always use a free floating table and sit in our theater seats when we eat inside even though we have a dinette. As far as using the bed while the slide is in what does Keystone say about that? Id be curious to know because no one likes to put a slide out out just to take a nap at a rest area. Also with the spare tire in the front compartment can this model be able to add a generator if desired?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

No factory Gen allowances on this one

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I don’t have keystones stance on bed slide use while closed. Apologies

[@johnpossible6292]

@@JoshtheRVNerd thats ok Josh no need to apologize sir. Thank you for your reply. You are always so gracious and prompt when answering my questions about RV models. I really do appreciate you.

[@briankrone2631]

Thanks Uncle Josh for recommending this model this one hit all the check marks... wow. Thanks again Uncle Josh 👍

[@Ima-hoot]

This one checks most of the boxes. However the cooktop and sink location are terrible for cooking. There is no space around the cooktop for cooking !!! Move the sink and u get better counter space around the stove

[@FollowALong77]

This is the best floor plan I have seen in a long time. I can't wait to see one in person, this maybe worth taking a hit on my current unit on a trade in. Love it!!!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think it's one of my favorite FWs ever really

[@FollowALong77]

@@JoshtheRVNerd hey Josh, have you heard anything about Keystone stepping away from using the in-command system. To make a long story short, I ordered this unit and it came with a push button control panel instead of the in-command system. I was told that they are no longer using this system but can't find anything about it. I did decline to accept the unit because it was not what I ordered, and I feel like someone is trying to pull a fast one on me. Maybe you could talk to one of your contacts and let me know if this is legit, or was i bamboozled. Any help would be appreciated.

[@brianm1916]

I like the wrap around kitchen counters and plethora of windows.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I do as well. TY :0

[@kablah777]

Cougar found Waldo on this one. It’s incredible. Any naysaying would be hyper nit picking. My prior favorite was the 290rls. I think this wins, shorter length, greater travel access, outside kitchen. Wow.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah this RV is a MONSTER

[@katbot2190]

I saw this rv on another site, but it was painted black. That wouldn't work in Texas. Don't want to be cooked. The only thing I don't like is the position of the medicine cabinet. I would prefer it opened to the left instead of the right. Thank you Josh for the slide tip. I've never been told to do that. I really like the colors on the inside of this camper and it basically hits all the goody points for what we would use it for. The smaller windows would help with heat come to think of it and again, it would work for what we use an rv for. Thanks for your very detailed walk through. I don't think any other yt site is as thorough as you are or as funny. And you give helpful hints and point out the good with the bad (good being the door in the middle of the awning). Thank you for that. I was wondering about the position of those rear feet levels. Would you need something at the rear to help with wobble?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

That's they're optional "Midnight Package" - not the standard look. The standard exterior with dual air would be a great pairing for you The rear leveling legs are next to the tires because it actually eliminates more wiggle. The tires are the part that wobbles most. So putting the jack there isolates movement more effectively

[@sgardner4156]

After a week in a rented Thor 27 class A, I now know what to look for...a human sized shower! Cougars shower size w bench are now #1. Great tip on the slide/open door, thanks!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah there's some stuff you just can't realize until you actually GO camping. Motorhomes are notorious for small showers. It's funny - if you tried to do those motorhome showers in towable RVs they wouldn't sell

[@vickiz6076]

REALLY like the floor plan, decor and love the kitchen!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@lauragough1174]

Only 31 feet? Wowza. The 2-headed sewer monster isn't ideal but at least they aren't buried under a slide. The pull-out table is clever, I can only think of one model you recorded with one of those (can't remember the model, but it was a small one).

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think it was this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKPMhJ6Vq8iAZ6s

[@tedb4254]

They hit outta the park. Other then the outdoor kitchen not under cover and the dbl head sewer, ITS SPOT ON!

[@TanyaRando]

The kitchen space is fantastic. I'd probably want to put a comfy chair where the coffee nook is, and a bed sofa instead of the theatre seating. Love the placement of tv and fire, and I like the way the tv moves. Not a fan of the floor vents. Nice size shower and bathroom. I like the bedroom, I'd definitely try to use the bed

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

That drop tv setup rocks

[@lisaturner4741]

All I need to do is change out King to a Queen and I am set! LOVE this!!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Can be done!

[@janehargis9301]

Wow! Love the new counter top color/pattern. It looks really classy instead of being the immediate distraction it was before. Great interior cabinet storage design. The total amount of kitchen storage is awesome. Love the lower, downward tilted TV and the hidden counter beneath - cutting edge! Not one thing I’d change in the kitchen/living area.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks so much!

[@nicolefields5917]

I love this rig! It ticks all of the boxes! The only question my husband has is about the rear electrical connection being so close to the hitch. We often travel with our bikes on a bike rack. Will that be in the way of the electrical connection? we didn't like the idea of having to snake the electrical through the bikes...If you can answer this question you could have a potential happy customer!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Apologies it’s really hard to answer a question like that without seeing what you actually have or what it would look like on this rv

[@BrianVanLoocke]

Move stove and microwave over next to the fireplace so it's near 100% travel friendly and it's perfect.

[@alexsuzzi]

Interesting idea but I think I prefer the huge uninterrupted counterspace on that side, personally.

[@robedmund9948]

Love the rear kitchen design. Nice layout overall.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I agree! I think it's an AMAZING layout

[@anniek253]

My biggest gripe with all rv's is not enough windows on camp site side. I really don't enjoy looking at the neighbors utility hoses, especially the sewers. I guess you get it on both sides only MY camp site is more pleasant with chairs and fire pit etc etc

[@brendenspudsbenjamin]

Love this model!!! Finally!!!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It’s SO good

[@IntellectualPyscho]

Just stumbled across this unit. NICE rig. My only gripe would be the pull out desk. It's nice for a couple but if you got 1 or more guests, a standard free standing table or booth dinette would be better. Especially if you take advantage of a tri-fold sofa bed. I know it's a prototype. I didn't see it on their site. So, I hope a normal table is still an option, though I have noticed the counter top in the kitchen is altered for the pull out desk as well.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

yeah it's really an RV made with a primary couple in mind first and foremost Tri-Fold should still be an option for that sofa

[@jasonnoble2194]

I really like the cardinal 23rk version of the living area in this floor plan. I'd love to stick that back end with the cougar 260mle front end ... that would be the ULTIMATE 5th wheel imo

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I need to verify but I've heard rumor cardinal/wildcat (same thing btw) may not be surviving much longer

[@jasonnoble2194]

@@JoshtheRVNerd that wouldnt surprise me. Very rarely see either of those on the road

[@tomstone8976]

I am a fan of TV lift station vs up high. looks like plenty of room to put those chairs on edge and put a TV lift station. then make the window slightly taller for better camp-side window coverage.

[@Kevin-qj7fp]

not to nit pick but when i look at the rear slide i keep thinking back to if your step down ladders in your front entrance can be put down you have enough space to extend your slide fully but in this one you cant really do it since the slide is on the opposite side but besides that love the floor plan and a new one to add to my pick list

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@davehiebert7061]

Josh why do manufactures not design "COUPLES" trailers with a twin bed option. Seems all the twin bed options that are out there are in very small trailers or in $200,000 plus units. I would think that there is enough of a market out there for a trailer in the 30 plus range with twin beds. Large kitchen space, a dinette and theatre seating with the tv across from the seating. And no walk thru baths. (we can't be the only couple looking for such a unit)

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

A few builders offer them. Despite the number of requests they’re strangely unpopular compared to conventional queen models. So a lot of brands just.. don’t.

[@kimh2330]

I would love to see the stove or sink moved to the camp side counter to give plenty of work room around each one.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@pqqhpqqh]

Hi Josh. You often talk about slide occupancy in the full open vs full close position. How does that work with the slide mounted refrigerators, when loading up on some road eats?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Mfgs account for stuff they put there Not people they didn’t

[@garyfurr1467]

What are the payments monthly and where the steps are can you install a lift for a wheel

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I’m not able to provide payment insights. I’m not in sales and wouldn’t even able to calculate anything without more info such as your residency as that can quickly affect taxes Our folks at www.bishs.com/contact-us can assist you on that though

[@lynnbashore1427]

Love the Cougar. Would love to have a window in the wall, camp side, higher on the wall near bathroom. Put some natural light in there

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@Lavendaraw]

I’d like to start seeing the ones that have improved the drawer bottoms from the Luna cardboard to stronger and reinforced bottoms. We’ve had to reinforce and fix those awful drawer bottoms in everything we’ve had. When I look at a lower end trailer I can see it, but when we bump up to a “high end/luxury” I’m SO disappointed to find that in the drawers

[@Lavendaraw]

Luan* or however that cardboard stuff is spelled

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻 reasonable request. Ty

[@PrincessTucker-kc6mk]

Yes! YES! This one is going on my short list. I love the wonderfully spacious kitchen. The washer dryer prep is great, love the ceiling fan, and the cargo capacity is really good too. What they did to the TV is great and more manufacturers should put them on stands that drop down like that. The factory solar is sufficient, and the road mode is lovely, and all this in about 30 feet!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It's so good!

[@rsmartin68]

Ok, wow. So I'm a fan of Keystone products due to my good luck with them. I watched this video twice to see if I could find something about it that I didn't like. I got nothing .... I supposed I could nitpick to the light switch in the far left corner of the kitchen, if your looking at the sink, and say it looks like someone with shorter arms maybe could have trouble reaching it. Honestly, hard to say from the video, which was awesome BTW. I really, really like this Cougar. I'll 100% agree with another comment, that sliding table is awesome! The drop down TV, also awesome! Did I mention I really like this model??

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It really is that good

[@JessicaEngle-l1o]

Thanks Nerd! OMG, I use that "and a Partridge in a pear tree", too! I saw a short video from Hershey and it showed the drop-down arm/strut TV and I felt so happy for you!! Yes, Josh was 1000% correct, makes so much more sense this way!! I agree, this is perfect for Nomad/full-time couple or singleton!! My only criticism is the bedside tables over the window - I would have to sit up to reach. Totally understand, they didn't want it lower so people wouldn't roll into it while sleeping. Still massively in love with it. In fact may have turned my eye from Reflection BN, mainly due to the bathroom with the awesome floorplan.

[@lilysobotta2666]

Good info 👍 of open🎉 door when opening slide! Didn't know 😮

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

#themoreyouknow

[@Tom-Fisherman]

So we split gray tanks and only 36 gallons where you shower what are you supposed to do if you use the washing machine that uses the exact same tank? I suppose as long as you were in a park all the time, but I don’t know Josh is it me or does that seem really really unfortunate?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

May want to verify if the WD actually uses the bathroom Grey. Sometimes they plumb straight to the outlet and I can’t always get clarity Either way units like this best used with on site hookups

[@jaybird4095]

Cougar's website says the shelves above the bedroom windows are for your CPAP, hope there is a way to strap them down you you don't get a head knocker in the middle of the night. Few things I would like to see; Wish there was an option for a smaller refrigerator, say 8 cu refrigerator with a small panty along side it. You could keep the larger as an option. Second item, I wish they had a recirculation system for the hot water to the kitchen sink. Having an on demand in our house, I hate the cold slug. But it is better in the kitchen than the shower.

[@cafdnw]

I really like this fifth wheel! This will be added to the wish list 👍🏻

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Glad you like it!

[@sandracummings9517]

Tia has more cabinets than my kitchen in the house. Luv luv it.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Oh wow!

[@musicfunkindermusik2023]

I wish they could still offer the freestanding table & chairs as an option. I think it is much more versatile. Never been a fan of the fireplace. I love the 23 MLE but I love the ceiling fan and w/d prep in this one, for not much more length. Trying to stay under or right around 30 feet. I also wish they offered a "no oven" and/or "no stove top" option.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Oh man those kitchen ideas would be cool

[@nmzierler]

Can you sit on the couches or recliners when the slide is in? We are wanting to downsize from our Montana and this looks interesting. I would want to the Jayco fabric theatre seats. How could you make that ? 😉🤣 and it looks like a two piece shower? And is the midnight edition available?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

See this regarding slides m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaWXXn53pNyYg8k

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Midnight is available Two piece shower: yes

[@ChuckPage-s9f]

Josh. We purchased one of these trailers all thanks to your help through your wonderful videos!! We love the trailer but have a question what is the black oblong thing above the iN·Command system and fan and light switch. We can’t figure out what it’s for! Thank you again for all your help and weeks of internment!!!❤❤

[@user-ij4uc5ds1v]

This is a great floorplan! Wish they would make it with a larger waste water tank as many national forest locations allow you to camp for 14 days. The tanks should be large enough to allow for that.

[@quicklemon9887]

Love this floor plan. Where could I put my Peloton bike

[@cheryla3186]

Josh, if you have this camper on the lot, we would drive there today! Well, maybe tomorrow :-)

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Looks like we have one in Idaho falls with more on the way at our other cougar locations! www.bishs.com/rv-search?brand=Cougar&stocknumber=260MLE

[@cheryla3186]

Thank You Josh for all that you do @@JoshtheRVNerd

[@ronontheroam1359]

Move the stove & microwave to the camp side wall & bam 100% travel accessibility

[@RealQuickComics]

I may have found what I'm looking for! When you say half ton does that mean a F-250 could pull this non dually?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

F150 is a half-ton F250 is a 3/4 Many 3/4 ton pickups like 250's and 2500's will handle this one pretty fairly

[@RealQuickComics]

@@JoshtheRVNerd thanks brother! I love watching Your videos, you're a trip 😂 and it's cool you actually respond to comments, I try to do the same when KZbin notify me

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I try man. I spend HOURS every day answering comments. It probably does nothing for the algorithm but that's not why I'm doing this. My work here is 100% done as a courtesy for the benefit of our clients and community. I'm just glad folks have decided to tune in

[@RealQuickComics]

@@JoshtheRVNerd yeah I'm not sure if it helps either but the gurus all recommended. Being as my channel is faceless I think it helps to add a human touch

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I consider it time well spent. The interactions i've had down here in the comments section have given me better insights on so many different aspects of RVing than I'd ever have otherwise

[@Spiral.Dynamics]

This is really good presentation.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Well thank you!

[@tylorwelch1320]

Do y’all have the highland ridge 274bhs would really like to see info on this. It’s supposed to be half ton towable?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I've never seen one nor do we appear to have one in stock currently though we do carry Highland RVs. They don't have specs on that model on their site yet but I'm betting it has 1300-1400lbs of hitch weight which is going to exceed the capacities of *MOST* half-tons out there. Many half-tons have the _towing_ capacity to handle smaller FWs like that but still lack the _payload_ capacity to carry their loaded hitch weight.

[@GiddyGourmet]

Okay, so I thought I was sold on the Cruiser, but this one has even more to offer. It's so close to the same floor plan. I'll look for the closest Bish's to me. I've only been researching for about six months now. Haha! Thanks!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

This 260MLE is one of the best rigs out there pound for pound (for my money anyway)

[@EarlBalentine]

Great RV floor plan. One thing I didn't like was the heat vents in the floor especially one right in front of the sink where you would be standing a lot. I'm old school and prefer to have nightstands on both sides of the bed. I like the ceiling fan in the front. More rv manufactures need to play the wardrobe and tv mount directly at the foot of the bed. I love the light color they did it really brightens it up.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thanks for sharing!

[@robdgarza]

is there an availability to add a reese goosebox hitch to this RV, I could not see the king pin box on it. Thanks

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Not from the factory. Not sure what aftermarket solutions are available. I’d imagine it’s available aftermarket

[@sgardner4156]

Hey Josh, I've been watching your channel for a while and love all your videos! Do u have a rec for a couple, one persons retired one who's not. Park compliant option, couples size, with a permanent small table as a desk/dinette option, with a second area for someone to have TV space. Looking for a little separation noise-wise for the person working. Open to fifth wheel or travel trailer. Additionally, do you have any videos comparing pros and cons of drivable versus pull behind?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I have an aged video on towable vs motorized but I am afraid I don’t really know what to recommend for you beyond that. You’ve provided some handy info but much of it is relative and without reference - knowing size targets for example is helpful May be worth speaking with a member of our team. I like to get to know folks before I really know how to outfit them with an rv. Our local folks are there for you any time!

[@AndrewGitterDunn]

Great floorplan for it being only 31 feet! I would still opt for a hide-a-bed sofa so we could have one of kids join us for a weekend.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I can respect it. I prefer theater myself. Frankly I'd rather sleep on an air bed as a guest vs. most rv hide-a-beds lol :)

[@msheron]

Nice layout and features! If it were just me and my wife this would be a must have.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Awesome TY for watching! :)

[@williamboone9333]

Nice small unit,will be able to get in a lot of spaces

[@djbosnick1072]

This is beautiful and has the needed storage, w/d prep, and love that drop down TV. Also love the weather package. This size is great...would be on our list for serious consideration if it just had a 3,000 lb hitch. We need one so we can tow our side by side on utility trailer. Please Keystone, if you're listening, that hitch is all it would take to knock this one out of the park! Thanks Josh! Great job!

[@johnkauffman336]

Josh misspoke. It does have a tow hitch.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Thankfully it *DOES* have a towing hitch. Not sure what wires I got crossed there. Sorry about that

[@djbosnick1072]

@@johnkauffman336 thank you! I appreciate the info!

[@djbosnick1072]

@JoshtheRVNerd Thank you!

[@CharlesPage-dv7zf]

Thank you for the great videos. My wife and I loved this trailer and your walk thru so much, we purchased one in mid February and now are enjoying it. It is awesome. We are very interested in the couch that’s in this video but can’t find it on-line or with our dealer. Can you give us the info on where to find it? Thanks again for all you do!!

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Apologies I don’t have contacts or resources for furniture as it turns out

[@TracyIrwin]

So does MAX Weight mean with the tanks full ? and all the stuff you can haul ? New to RVing and shopping units. Thanks

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

It’s GVWR - aka the rv loaded to max cargo weight

[@jillolsen3514]

I absolutely LOVE this floor plan and it’s “crap, nap and snacktasticness.” The flooring, ceiling fan, clever folding chair storage, sofa with drop down center (pet peeve: fixed center theater seating), xl medicine cabinet, shower head on the same side as sink, centered sink faucet, dresser, closet space galore and washer/dryer prep! Dislikes: dark grey back splash, location of nightstands, Honestly, I love this SHORT, TRAVEL FRIENDLY floorplan! I love to see Alliance make this…IMO, Azdel for the win.😏

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I could see Avenue doing something like it

[@chrisrhoades7148]

Found my dream camper.

[@totalcare4071]

Thanks for this review Josh......My wife and I LOVE this 5th wheel......It would be PERFECT if it was 5 or 6 ft longer. We would just LOVE to have a bit more space in it. Let's hope the larger ones will be what we are looking for. We are excited now to see what else will be coming in 24

[@JrGoonior]

Not a fifth wheel person, but this one looks like they REALLY put their heads together and came with one that’s as near perfect as possible. #NerdHerd

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I feel the same. This thing is that good

[@philipforder9183]

Well, how's it feel to be admired, and the receipt of nothing but compliments.... Miles caught you working at the dealership expo, he credits you to his success! It's well earned!(you might have to change your name to something really cool like "RV PoppaJosh!"🤣lmao Messing with you brother! You are the rv ecylopedia, there is nobody as knowledgeable, and as funny, you are an expert traveling show! (If you're lookin for an agent?????)😋 Do you recall when you indicated that the same old same dinnertime booths, been around since the very first rvs, that the trend will be to get rid of the "Booth" as there are so many alternatives. Nothing demonstated more than in the 2024 Keystone Cougar 260MLE, Cougar has always managed to pioneer RVs, and thank you for showing us this amazing unit!!!!👍

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Myles is a really great guy who owes his success to nothing other than his own effort and dedication. We talk now and then. He’s a fantastic guy

[@jasonwheat5242]

I noticed no outdoor speakers! Now hear me out. I love the outdoor kitchen. But i am torn, maybe do away with it so you could have lower cabnets and just put a refigerator in the other storage space! Maybe even a 2.5 cubic foot fridge instead of the 1.6.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I think it'll be a polarizing feature but for now it's forced standard

[@jordancook1668]

Similar idea to the 2622 Rockwood without a dinette but I love the east west bed slide, very rare in smaller fifth wheels. Smart they out the fridge in the slide so it’s not blocked when in road mode. Cougar has some clever floor plans.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Cougar is on fire right now

[@davemac521]

How about a Murphy bed with a couch sitting in the bedroom. Would make the bedroom usable as a second lounging area.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Ember is cool for crazy stuff like that

[@user-db8sf8uc1y]

Just, WOW. Love it! The only thing on my form/function/feature list this one didn't hit is a half bath. Even the hitch weight and gross weight fit right into my current truck specs! They've got a customer coming in the near future.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I'm not sure I've ever seen a half-bath in something this size.. usually those don't start showing up until after 35ft with very few exceptions I was just impressed they did all this at only 32ft

[@anthonygraham2956]

I am in the process of buy one of these right now

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Nice pick

[@rvail136]

This is an excellent 3/4 time 5th wheel

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

👍🏻

[@mikesheelar4617]

First time I’ve ever said this. But I’d really consider purchasing one. Cause of you. Thank you.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Wow TY Mike. I appreciate that

[@johnkauffman336]

Josh, this unit actually does have a tow hitch.

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

Yeah I realized that only later. It's a really smart fit for this one

[@waynes2183]

Could you put a Gen Y gooseneck pin box on this or order from factory with one?

[@JoshtheRVNerd]

I'm sure we could put one on. Factory doesn't offer it. We'd have to verify with the cougar to make sure their chassis maintains warranty with that feature

[@boskone]

The 23MLE is more my speed, but that pullout table-desk is a real win. Both are really well-put-together floorplans.