Comments on: Have pop-ups become too luxurious for the entry-level consumer? http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/ Welcome to RV Weekly where the editor of RV Trade Digest will be updating you on the latest news, trends, and products important to the RV industry. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:12:24 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 By: Portable Storage http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-12846 Portable Storage Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:49:23 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-12846 Pretty nice post. I just came by your blog and wanted to say that We’re in the market for either a bigger tent or a trailer that can be easily and comfortably towed behind our minivan. We were looking at lightweight teardrop style trailers until we found out about the second baby. Nobody’s going to sell us anything very much heavier or more complex than a Quicksilver, regardless of price, luxury, financing, etc.I am eagerly waiting for your response. Thanks, Portable Storage http://www.moveablecubicle.com/ Pretty nice post. I just came by your blog and wanted to say that We’re in the market for either a bigger tent or a trailer that can be easily and comfortably towed behind our minivan. We were looking at lightweight teardrop style trailers until we found out about the second baby. Nobody’s going to sell us anything very much heavier or more complex than a Quicksilver, regardless of price, luxury, financing, etc.I am eagerly waiting for your response.

Thanks,
Portable Storage
http://www.moveablecubicle.com/

]]> By: RV Mattress Girl http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-8106 RV Mattress Girl Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:18:26 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-8106 I think with the state of the ecomomy right now (credit crunch...gas prices, etc), pop-up campers are probably one of the only affordable options still available. Sure the dealer is not going to be making that higher point margin, but I think they'll make it up in volume. The low-end customer right now is the bread and butter. I think with the state of the ecomomy right now (credit crunch…gas prices, etc), pop-up campers are probably one of the only affordable options still available. Sure the dealer is not going to be making that higher point margin, but I think they’ll make it up in volume. The low-end customer right now is the bread and butter.

]]> By: Suez http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-7738 Suez Sat, 14 Feb 2009 20:52:06 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-7738 Is it safe to use a propane stove or heater in one of these Quicksilvers? Is it safe to use a propane stove or heater in one of these Quicksilvers?

]]> By: Richard Cochran http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-7549 Richard Cochran Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:08:05 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-7549 I came in late, but as a potential customer, I'll add my voice to the chorus. I've got a minivan, a wife, a two-year-old, and another kid on the way. We've got limited parking/storage space at home, and we don't want to rent off-site storage for an RV. We've done a fair bit of tent camping. We're in the market for either a bigger tent or a trailer that can be easily and comfortably towed behind our minivan. We were looking at lightweight teardrop style trailers until we found out about the second baby. Nobody's going to sell us anything very much heavier or more complex than a Quicksilver, regardless of price, luxury, financing, etc. We don't need a lot of features -- we're basically just looking to replace a tent with something that gets us off the ground and onto a more comfortable mattress. I came in late, but as a potential customer, I’ll add my voice to the chorus. I’ve got a minivan, a wife, a two-year-old, and another kid on the way. We’ve got limited parking/storage space at home, and we don’t want to rent off-site storage for an RV. We’ve done a fair bit of tent camping. We’re in the market for either a bigger tent or a trailer that can be easily and comfortably towed behind our minivan. We were looking at lightweight teardrop style trailers until we found out about the second baby. Nobody’s going to sell us anything very much heavier or more complex than a Quicksilver, regardless of price, luxury, financing, etc. We don’t need a lot of features — we’re basically just looking to replace a tent with something that gets us off the ground and onto a more comfortable mattress.

]]> By: Rusty S http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-7458 Rusty S Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:53:44 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-7458 I am not so sure the issue is "luxury" as much as it is towability. The typical tent camper on the RV lot has become way too heavy and expensive for the entry level camper. Rare indeed is the camper that can be towed by a 4 cylinder automobile or cross-over SUV or afforded by young families. I am so surprised these aren't more available with the undpredictability of fuel prices and the move toward more fuel efficient cars. I like the way Scott Tuttle thinks and look forward to finding an 8.0 with A/C to check it out. I am not so sure the issue is “luxury” as much as it is towability. The typical tent camper on the RV lot has become way too heavy and expensive for the entry level camper. Rare indeed is the camper that can be towed by a 4 cylinder automobile or cross-over SUV or afforded by young families. I am so surprised these aren’t more available with the undpredictability of fuel prices and the move toward more fuel efficient cars. I like the way Scott Tuttle thinks and look forward to finding an 8.0 with A/C to check it out.

]]> By: tim early http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-7162 tim early Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:58:41 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-7162 I have to say I am the perfect customer for this type of trailer. I've been a tent camper for years but since starting a family i have been looking for a more comfortable form of camping. I like the idea of low maintenance and simple camping. I have stayed away from larger rv's for several reasons, weight, off season storage and high maintenance. These types of trailers expand my options of longer and farther trips. No they may not be for everyone but not everyone wants to bring half of their house with them on a weekend camping trip. I have to say I am the perfect customer for this type of trailer. I’ve been a tent camper for years but since starting a family i have been looking for a more comfortable form of camping. I like the idea of low maintenance and simple camping. I have stayed away from larger rv’s for several reasons, weight, off season storage and high maintenance. These types of trailers expand my options of longer and farther trips. No they may not be for everyone but not everyone wants to bring half of their house with them on a weekend camping trip.

]]> By: pop up tent http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-6817 pop up tent Sat, 29 Nov 2008 01:49:39 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-6817 great tips. I enjoyed reading this great tips. I enjoyed reading this

]]> By: Rick B http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-6319 Rick B Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:36:59 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-6319 The article above said that there was not an A/C available in the Livin Lite product, that is not true there is a 6500 btu A/C available in all three camper sizes 5.0 8.0 10.0 The article above said that there was not an A/C available in the Livin Lite product, that is not true there is a 6500 btu A/C available in all three camper sizes 5.0 8.0 10.0

]]> By: Flash Mahn http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-6306 Flash Mahn Tue, 11 Nov 2008 02:05:56 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-6306 Going from an F-150 to a Honda CRV, 8.0 was the perfect fit, two kids, 12 & 15, 22 mpg. We needed the electric 110 & 12V, AC, and water, campgrounds always have toilets. Best of all, we could just write a check for it. Did I mention the color matches the CRV? Everyone who has seen it has had to look it over. It speaks "quality". We always tented until we saw the QuickSilver. We always passed on pop ups, new or used. Going from an F-150 to a Honda CRV, 8.0 was the perfect fit, two kids, 12 & 15, 22 mpg. We needed the electric 110 & 12V, AC, and water, campgrounds always have toilets. Best of all, we could just write a check for it. Did I mention the color matches the CRV? Everyone who has seen it has had to look it over. It speaks “quality”. We always tented until we saw the QuickSilver. We always passed on pop ups, new or used.

]]> By: ROGER LIKLEY http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-5977 ROGER LIKLEY Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:26:37 +0000 http://www.rvtradedigest.com/interactive/2008/10/14/have-pop-up-become-too-luxurious-for-the-entry-level-consumer/#comment-5977 I've seen these trailers and was very surprised in the rigid construction and the nice colors offered.Being that they are solid aluminum and NO WOOD what so ever, makes me feel they will last a long time. With the way their pricing is structured, they can be purchased with a credit card, which to me is very appealing. The campgrounds today offer more amenities, making this product attractive to the first time camper. I’ve seen these trailers and was very surprised in the rigid construction and the nice colors offered.Being that they are solid aluminum and NO WOOD what so ever, makes me feel they will last a long time. With the way their pricing is structured, they can be purchased with a credit card, which to me is very appealing. The campgrounds today offer more amenities, making this product attractive to the first time camper.

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