The best electric RVs and camper innovations of 2020

At the start of the year, we looked at some of the technologies that will be shaping the camper industry in the coming decade. Electrification was a critical one, but at the time we didn’t realize just how quickly it would start spreading its way throu… Continue reading The best electric RVs and camper innovations of 2020

Scout ebike camper trailer inspires two-wheeled micro adventures

Bikepacking usually involves camping in a backpacking tent or other easily carried ultralight shelter, but bike-sized camping trailers have been popping up as an interesting alternative. With electric bikes continuing to grow in power and popularity, c… Continue reading Scout ebike camper trailer inspires two-wheeled micro adventures

Wood-free pop-up camping trailer packs a rooftop party deck

With a pop-up that looks like a chimney and a bimini-topped party deck, the roof of the short, stout Purpose Trailer from California’s RKS Off-Road is unlike any other you’re likely to see at the campground. In fact, it holds up to 1,000 lb (454 kg) so… Continue reading Wood-free pop-up camping trailer packs a rooftop party deck

Offtrax camper trailer packs base camp (with bathroom!) in a box

Australian-developed off-road camping trailers continue to impress. The latest comes from Queensland’s Offtrax and tows to camp as a simple, compact box. Upon arrival, the camper slides, rises and drops into a complete base camp for two people, with ou… Continue reading Offtrax camper trailer packs base camp (with bathroom!) in a box

Monohull off-road teardrop trailer expands into a bustling base camp

Every time we think we’ve seen every possible style and configuration of teardrop/squaredrop trailer, a totally different spin on the genre pops up, often in the Southern Hemisphere. Joining recent Australian innovations like the AOR Sierra, Lumberjack… Continue reading Monohull off-road teardrop trailer expands into a bustling base camp

Winnebago’s exoskeleton gear-hauler caravan answers adventure’s call

Winnebago was the first American RV brand we noticed taking a real interest in the types of active outdoor lovers you’d traditionally find sleeping in tents. It designed the Concept Adventure Vehicle for the Outdoor Retailer crowds and refined it into … Continue reading Winnebago’s exoskeleton gear-hauler caravan answers adventure’s call

Airstream family-sizes its small Basecamp adventure camper

Striking while the market’s hot, Airstream grows its small, shiny adventure trailer family with the new Basecamp 20 and 20X models. As their names give away, the new trailers stretch an even 20 feet (6-m) in length, growing 25 percent over the original… Continue reading Airstream family-sizes its small Basecamp adventure camper

Hornet camper trailer hitches up a compact cube of outback adventure

The new Maverick Hornet is one of the cutest compact camper trailers you’ll ever see off the beaten path. But don’t let its small size and cube-like dimensions fool you – it’s still a no-nonsense, galvanized-steel backcountry warrior with the most vaca… Continue reading Hornet camper trailer hitches up a compact cube of outback adventure

Boreas composite off-road camper trailer leaves the wood in the forest

Before getting its pop-top flagship to market, Boreas Campers has launched a simpler model aimed at buyers who want the advantage of its tough, zero-wood construction without laying out $30 grand on a fully equipped trailer. The new AT takes the same 1… Continue reading Boreas composite off-road camper trailer leaves the wood in the forest

Bowlus takes the long road with its most powerful off-grid camper yet

Luxury travel trailer maker Bowlus Road Chief is back with another edition, one that handily exceeds the off-grid battery and tech capabilities of current and past models. With a design inspired by yachts, aircraft and electric vehicles, the Endless Hi… Continue reading Bowlus takes the long road with its most powerful off-grid camper yet