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I have a LevelMatePro and recommend you NOT buy it. Instead, buy the Level Mate Pro + (Plus). The concept is good if it was reliable. Here's the problem with the Pro: The on/off switch is so tiny you must use your fingernail. Half the time it slips off so you're not sure if it's on or not. It promises a 'beep' but mine has never beeped. It gets confused by other Bluetooth devices nearby. I stand next to mine with the app open until I see it connect, then I touch nothing. How long does the battery last? Until you really, really need it, then it's dead. The Pro+ addresses most of those issues, I just hate to buy two because the first was a bad design. The concept is fantastic!

Chad- you do such a great job on your model reviews. You are genuine and thorough and thought. We just traded our 202327fc fbthatch for the 2024 28rbq. Wanted those three seperate functional living spaces and a queen!

I grew up in my grandparents Airstream. 200 plus k for a trailer? So sad that Airstream will go out of business by overcharging

Great video Chad. Thanks for sharing.

We have a 2023 classic 33 with the upgrade. We still use an Air Ride hitch. It make a huge difference to the induced earth quake effect and a much smoother ride.

Very comprehensive and honest excellent review ... super appreciated!

I ordered a Tradewind but am conflicted about tow vehicle to buy. F250 or new hybrid Tundra?

Hi Chad and Laura! Thank you for all the hard work you two put into making fantastic Airstream videos. I have one of the last 2022 23' Globetrotters. I chose a 23' because I wanted the twin beds (which now come in two other models as you know) however when I was looking for my trailer, the Globetrotter was the only choice. I also chose the 23' because I felt it was the biggest Airstream I could safely tow with my Ford F150. It is perfect for me as a single person with two small dogs! I also don't love the dinette and have been looking at the couch conversion done by Ultimate Airstream. Keep the videos coming, I love the perspective you give on all the Airstream models.

I heard that Verizon dropped Travlfi so now it only uses ATT and TMobile. Is that true?

Is Brinkley going to make a sub 25’ TT? Not all of us want big monsters but still want the quality.

Wow…one sloppy mess. Thank you for this information, much appreciated

When I use 15 amp, I have to set my Victron to 5 amp. So I would use the Victron App to control the system, like those of us that have aftermarket install.

Excellent video

Great info. I’m relieved to know the early 2024 FC we bought from you has this change. FES was one of my big concerns. We’ve been on several trips so far and are loving our AS!

Did they approve a hitch for the Basecamp?

I have a 2024 Trade Wind that has buckling around the front storage bay which appeared prior to 60 days of ownership and less than 1,500 miles. If all new Airstreams have the fix for FES from the factory then why is there buckling around the storage bay? My local dealer says that they can install brackets around the storage bay to take care of the problem but I thought that those brackets were already installed by the manufacturer beginning in 2023. I'm confused! I just know that what I'm experiencing should not be happening and I would just like to understand what needs to be done to actually fix this problem? I know that the trailer has not been overloaded, has not been off-road, and I'm using the exact same hitch that I used to pull my prior Airstream for 18 years all over the US and Alaska and never experienced any problems with it so what's going on? I feel like I'm getting the run-around.

The table was rubbing up against the cushion as it pushed up. That noise was the motor straining

Chad - Not being able to chart with a 15A outlet basically makes the Tradewind useless for its intended purpose (staying away from RV parks). Mine is in to have this fixed.

Been watching a lot of your videos and really appreciate the insight you share with your viewers. I'd like to get your spin and what Airstream has to say on the need of a weight distribution hitch and if there are exceptions to the rule. We have been towing a 30ft 5th wheel for 26 years, on our 4th truck now, a new 2023 Superduty with the diesel. Of course with a 5th wheel, tongue weight is what it is to some degree, only to be managed by what else is in the bed of your truck and how you might load the trailer. Point is, with a 3/4 or 1 ton truck, the rear of the truck doesn't sag to much with a much greater tongue weight than what is placed on it by a pull trailer. We are thinking of downsizing and are looking hard at the Airstreams. My concern is a weight dist. hitch by and of itself does nothing for sway control, thats for a sway bar if needed. Looking at KYD's weigh in's, the hitch didn't seem to change the weights across the board by what I would think is a significant amount, except for increasing the weight on your trailer axles which by decreasing your gvwr carrying capacity which is low to begin with on Airstreams compared to other brands. My concern/worry would be how much stress your placing on the tongue/framework of an Airstream? They even mentioned several times and showed they can't open the battery box with tension on the hitch? This for me would be a red flag flexing the frame on a unit that has a bit of history with front end frame/body separation adding undue stress on the trailer. Would like to hear your thoughts on this, as I am currently thinking if we make the switch, I don't feel we will be adding a weight dist. hitch to the equation, not thinking it is necessary and might be the best measure in preventing separation. Looking forward to your response, and if Airstream has a firm position on this, thanks in advance!

I really enjoy your videos. Keep going.

What about my 2023 ?? 😢😢

What a Great Teacher you are, Chad. We referred to your tutorial for the five times that we practiced setup and stowing at our last camp site. We had sworn never to use it until your info and clarity lead us thru pretty easily. Now I’m studying your lessons again to make my own checklist for those times that we go off grid. Thanks So Much!!’

Great info. More important you guys do well as a team! Shows you being a great man and trustworthy. I enjoyed the video. Need more Rosie!

So happy I did not get one. I’ve been so pissed that I couldn’t plug it into 110 V. It was bad enough buying my 2023 flying cloud 25 foot front bed twin would let them in solar with no way to know what my battery level was, I would’ve flipped out

Chad, thanks for the excellent video talking about adding solar, lithium, etc, regarding resell value. I am now rethinking a Tradewind over a Globe Trotter. Given the success of this year’s 25 foot model, and hints on if they’re thinking about a 27 foot TW?

Do all 2024's have the FES prevention already added (even the early 2024's)? If they do, is this an internal thing, or is it visible? I do not see anything added inside our front storage area of our 2024 FBT. Thanks!

Small correction at 2:56 mark, power equal current times voltage, 30 amps times 220vac is 6600 watts

I use the Blue ox system. the chains are suppose to be set at 9 links. Ive gone to 8 links to put less stress on the front of the frame. I dont know if this will help but I hope so. The brackets were put on at the factory when there for repairs. I hope this takes care of "flex"

Chad you mentioned in this video you use a Gen Y hitch. Did you get rid of the blue ox hitch you had in your newbie videos?

I have a 2024 Pottery Barn 28 RBT and pulling it with a GMC 2500 diesel truck. I use a Weigh Safe WDR. I am thinking about using a standard hitch with my truck as several others have advised me that I don’t need a WDH with my truck. I’m just curious what opinions are about that change.

nice content my bro

The other thing you you didn’t mention with the upgrade is the weight distribution of the trailer. The batteries being where they are on the Trade Wind (low and behind the rear axle) allows it to have a much lower tongue weight, especially if you are adding all the batteries to the front.

The new B&W weight distribution system doesn’t use bars. Review this system vs. other weight distribution systems.

Love the rear bed. It's helps to alleviate worry about front-end separation. If the site is a back-in, the bedroom is in the back away from traffic. (We have the twin beds, and they make the bedroom into an actual room. It's great for lounging or as a play area for kids.)

Great video Chad. Is it accurate to say that all 2024 Trade Winds are reinforced?

Chad, you mention that the Tradewind can handle 30 amps on the battery, but can you investigate why it can’t seem to handle a 5 to 7 amp draw while only on batteries. Try running a heat gun or hair dryer and nothing else while unplugged from shore power and you will see what I mean. Thanks for your honest reviews and the videos that you post! Edited to add that it will run them on high but not on medium or low. Again 5 to 7 amps. Has happened on our TW and at least one other new TW on the lot.

FES is a problem from the CEO down. Easy problem to fix, but if they do they are admitting a flawed design and then a class action suit.

Honest video.

Thanks, Chad. TFS.

Send me a tx I need price

The 20FB flying cloud was so so so much nicer years ago than that "cheap made" bambi. From the windows you can no longer fully open, the cheap 2 burners stove, the crap microwave, the plastic overlockers the list does go on ...Not talking that the price increased (of course for less ). To me the 20FB and 26U flying cloud were so much nicer. Gosh I missed the 26U bathroom !!

How tall are you? Just trying to gauge the shower height

great job !

How do we enter to win the wifi router?

Love your videos would you do a video on comparing all Airstream's storage. Which floor plans have the best. Also maybe a video showing a woman handling everything...could a woman own and operate and live in an Airstream by themselves? Again love your stuff. Keep it coming!!

too cool

Hello, where are you located to go see one in person?

This is gorgeous 😍 I love it since the first time I have seen it here. It has all. It is not too much luxury it is not too simple, it is minimalist but cossy which I like, What makes me doubt? The price and the size hypotetically it could be be my very first one in life.

If they’re wearing baggy, cheap, elastic waistband blue jeans and tired white sneakers and fanny packs… odds are high that they can’t afford one of these.

Great video I would like to know how big are the Little cubby hose beside of the bed would like to see if a CPAP machine will fit in those places