Half Ton Towable with Full Bed Slide! 2021 Rockwood 2608BS Ultralite Travel Trailer
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Rockwood CONTINUES to impress with their superior command and experience with front kitchen travel trailers! Often imitated, but never replicated this 2608BS Ultralite model offers an incredible balance of living space and a full bed slide all just under 30ft total length!
Potentially half-ton towable you'll find this model shorter and lighter than many other similar bed slide-front kitchen models! Factor in Rockwood's superior suspension system and their factory-included Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and you've got a travel trailer that's great for towing and going with full travel access w/the slides closed and something that's awesome for long stays and destination use all in one RV!
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I absolutely love Rockwood’s new exterior design, and the front windshield.
This is my favorite floor plan, not enough manufacturers do this layout. Thanks for sharing, one day I will get an RV.
Thanks for watching!
I like the big backsplash, at least a few brands realize that kitchens get dirty and making clean up easier is a plus.
"take a nap and take a crap"...Best EVER!!!! This is why I will buy my next RV from you, keeping it real. LOL.
Glad you appreciate it. That one just slipped out of my mouth and I was like "well.. either they're going to love or man am I going to hear about this!" lol
I'm really loving the Rockwood campers. Especially this floor plan. For me it's perfect. And my three quarter ton could pull it no problem.
Glad you like them! 3/4 would yank it all day long
Yep, 3/4 would be fine.
Nice trailer! FR made a good change on the lighter interior colors. The exterior graphics also won’t look dated for a decade,. There’s some people online that are trashing the new colors, but I feel they look modern and give the interior a bigger look
I love how you have different interiors to show
Rockwood 2608BS is the nicest all around under 30 ft camper. I will be buying one as soon as I retire!
Can't fault you for having good taste! :)
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this unit! It's in the lead so far for our choice's! I love to cook and this kitchen is perfect for me!!! Plus family can be sitting around, hanging out while I'm doing so and all will be seated comfortably!!!! A 60x80 Queen bed,...everything is just right for us!!!!! The shoe storage inside the door, perfect! The pantry, awesome! Excellent couple's camper and I still love dark color's myself,...just a personal choice :) Can't wait to go look in person!
Remember: Haylett RV doesn't care where you get your appetite as long as you come back to us for Dinner :)
"take a nap and take a crap" 😂😂😂😂
Love his sense of humor
I bout spit my Reese's Pieces across the room laughing at that one..🤣
Our first travel trailer that we bought was a 2004 Rockwood ultra lite loved it and our next one will definitely be a Rockwood
They're a brand that inspires a LOT of loyalty -- which says a lot considering the rarity of loyalty in the RV business.
I've watched this five times if not more. Just a great RV!
Maybe if you keep it up it'll work like a Subway punch card? :)
Thanks so much for watching. Appreciate the comments as well :)
Oh, I love this one! So spacious, love the front kitchen and sofa. (I can easily overlook the kitchen floor vent!!!!) 😊
I love love love this trailer. All the storage areas as well as a full wardrobe in the bedroom. Great job guys!
We agree!
I like the addition if the dinette to the super slide. But I think the bad trade off is the bathroom. They should have left the bath of the 2516s floor plan and just added a few feet in length for the super slide. You don't need that extra door to get into the bedroom from the inside. Just walk through the bath. We understand the added sleeping means more people, therefore more people in the bath so less access to bedroom. Would be nice as an option though.
Brian and Trina
Awesome interior colors! Rock wood is doing it right. The thought just hit me while looking at the bedroom, switching the mattress would be super easy due to the bedroom door. After doing this in my current camper, you look for little details like that. Overall, Rockwood nailed it. Great couples camper.
True on the easy swap mattress. Only thing I see that could be a problem is since the mattress goes below the wardrobe when the slide is closed it would limit how thick a replacement mattress could be. Nice rig we have owned a RW UL for 3 years love it
We bought one of these and we can not complain the floor plan works well for us. Looking at the quality of other manufacturers the Rockwood 2608bs really stood out for the price range.
Pound for Pound Rockwood is just amazing
We've been knocking around the idea of getting a camper for the 2 of us and looking at lots of models. We just haven't found a floorplan that knocks our socks off. This is the best I've seen! If it could have the outdoor kitchen of the Coachmen 259FKDS it would be a perfect setup. With the bigger fridge option, no carpet and no floor vents (hoping that's in the updated one) and I would drive up to see and you and get one and take a nap and a crap on the way back to Texas!
The new 259FKDS sounds like it's pretty much exactly what you're seeking! Rockwood also some some AMAZING front kitchens coming. You can see a sneak peek of a few at czcams.com/video/Itq-y6V3vls/video.html
I definitely second that outdoor kitchen on this model and 2516s mini light. It does look like if you take the bottom half of the storage closet space in the bedroom it seems it would be possible. Also there is more stand-up floor space in front of the bed comparing to the 259fkds Coachman due to the Rockwood having a deeper slide
This floor plan is perfect!
Love this front kitchen model! Great interior color combo and I love the new updates for this year. When it's time for me to upgrade from my Geo Pro this is the one I'm getting.
We'll be here and we'll have them when you're ready!
Love the new couch, lights & bathroom storage . We have a 2020. I have to be a ninja. My husband is 6'2.
Not a fan of shades. Love our day/night. We bought this fornthe bedroom floor for our Rottweiler. We reinforced bottom drawers. If you don't they will not hold much. Always get 2nd ac! Thanks for video. Very happy with this rig.
Thanks for sharing!!
I love the couch that’s great that it folds up
Not much of a travel trailer person - BUT, this has to be one of the best - if not the best travel trailers in this class.
A very good video presentation of this unit and as always a good video.
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👍👍👍👍👍
It sold in less than 24hours of arrival, so I think someone agreed with you lol
Maybe we're "old school", but we enjoy the carpet...and so do the dogs. If we traveled with kids maybe not, but we even ordered our 2614BS with full bedroom carpet! The 'all vinyl look' to us looks like a camper from the 70's. And that floppy piece of vinyl at the slides? No thanks. Our puppy would have a field day with that. Thank you, Josh, for our first look at the "new" 2021. Looks like our order is gonna be changed as the maplewood is gone.
Maple auto-converted over to the Newport Ash you see here
We wound up buying a *very* slightly used 2018 2506 for 1/3 the price, but my heart really belongs to this one. Maybe next time...
I'll be honest. If I wasn't in Oklahoma, you'd be my salesman.
I love rock wood I just need to have practical but also spacious love the stone and cream colour or country white fresh clean and makes it look bigger
What an awesome travel trailer!
great job hosting. My brother- in- law who is a carpenter, chose you guys for your quality. He does high end homes. Unfortunately I can't afford one.
We may fondly get ours mid July. Ordered everything full package can't wait. Thank you your the main reason we ordered the 2608BS
we just bought this 2021 model with the solar panel. can't wait to use in july. having fun decorating it. will be seeing the lake out of the big front window. it checked off all of our wish list except i wish most trailers would insert better one piece showers with a seat.
Share some pics to our Facebook page when she is ready!!
Currently have a MicroLite 25 fks, this model here will be my next one!
You're going to love it. Let us know when you're ready and we'll be here to assist you!
I d use that storage next to the door as a closet ❤️
I would like to pre-order one right away...love the light ash...reflects light
We have people to help with that!!
Love the updated 2608!! Wish it had an outside kitchen :-)
That's why we carry this one czcams.com/video/jnMU1UJbUTA/video.html
@@JoshtheRVNerd Wow!! Very nice model with a sweet outside kitchen! We love the outside kitchen on our 2507s! Thanks Josh! Gary Gonzalez
The flip up arm rest on the theater/love seat/sofa is absolutely first cabin. I wish Keystone and Jayco would do the same.
That's rockwood doing rockwood things man :)
Love, love love this floor plan! Great video "Joshy"!
Josh, you are a hoot! This is the best model yet. Thanks so much for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
I wish more smaller campers had a bedroom slide. We got 2 big dogs and need room in there.
Rockwood has a few more smaller bed slide models coming. One as small as 26ft. We're super excited to see it!
Rockwood 2608BS is my choice for sure
Nice pick!
If that tiny linen closet wasn't there, that would be a great place for a broom, swiffer mop, etc.
I could see that!
1. New favorite.
2. 12v fridge package 👍.
C. CRAP AND NAP!? 🤣
I'm *really* glad that's going over well because when I said it I was like "man.. people will love or HATE that" but it was too funny to edit out
I just bought the VIBE 26RK from Forest River and I would have LOVED a bedroom slide!
Congrats on the new RV!!
This is a fantastic little trailer. I'm pretty sure we could tow this with our 1500. We have installed rear active suspension and run an equalizer hitch system. I wish there were more true 1/2 ton towable 5th wheels, but this is just as good.
Dont try it.
we have one of these tow with GMC 1500 and have NO problems
@@susanmccrea8324 good to hear. You think my Ram 2022 1500 would do fine?
The Rockwood 2608BS is a great floor plan. I think it would be better with a square sink. I may come out to Haylett RV to get my own camper. Great videos.
or they can have it transported to you as well....
Nice. I do like the loveseat console.
Thx Trish. Rockwood always kills it with these
If I read it correctly, the tongue weight is about 930 lbs. that doesn’t leave much room if you pull it with a half-ton. By the time you add fuel and passengers you’re over the weight rating of most halfTons.
No you're 100% right. I wasn't watching the specs closely when I let my lips run loose. Thank you for bringing this up
Absolutely LOVE this one... My 4runner won't unfortunately..
LOL -- wasn't expecting the 2nd half of that comment
@@JoshtheRVNerd LOL
Nice unit. This is what we are going with.
Nice choice! We have several coming. Give our team a call at 800-256-5196 & we'll be happy to get you sorted!
Love this!!! Love the kitchen & the wardrobe...my biggest issue with most travel trailer is the lack of a wardrobe
Totally agree. I wish we could keep some of these in stock because it's an absolute monster of a camper
Good job Rockwood customers
Thank you so much for the video! Love the floor plan and it seems like Rockwood knows how to build a trailer! Great floor plan and I really love the fact that it is National Park friendly! Really.... this may be the one! Gonna have to show the video to the boss now :)
"the boss"
I'm picking up what you're putting down ;)
The Rockwood website has this trailer hitch weight at 946 lbs. at nearly 30ft that is not a safe margin for a half ton.
This is the one. The grail!
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I have this unit, and it is trash. Trash materials, Trash manufacturing. My unit has been in the shop 6 times and it’s not even a year old.
1. First, front kitchen tank, huge hole in it, underbelly not damaged so it was there when they put it in. It was replaced.
2. Two days after getting it back, the inverter went out. It was replaced.
3. Their cheap blinds, one replaced and one needs to be replaced.
4. Drawer replaced
5. Fridge was pulling from gas when it was plugged in. They said it was a fuse, a day after I picked it up, it was back because it wasn’t the fuse, it was the heating element, so another trip.
6. Stabilizer motor went out and now it’s back in the shop again.
I have had to replace several minor items myself besides what I mentioned. I am very very unhappy with Rockwood.
By the way, the front kitchen is nice and spacious but dumping is a challenge because you have a tank not connected to the gray tank in the back so you have to crawl under the front slide or bring in your slide every time you dump. Terrible design, not thought out. I bought it because I like the front kitchen but they could have connected it to the large gray tank in the back to make it easier to dump.
This trailer has been a nightmare and I’m really thinking about selling it.
I would not recommend this trailer or Rockwood (Forrest River) at all.
I love this floor plan. We have been shopping for a couples trailer for a bit. ^Too bad this is a little too heave as my 2019 F150 has a 7,000 GVWR.
I think I have found my floor plan. The only think I would like better is a "U" shaped dinette.
Questions: 1. Is there a floor plan similar with the U dinners? 2. Can you put 18 inch wheels on the trailer?
*SOFA:* You won't find a layout like this under 30ft with a U-Dinette + sofa as that would add enough length to stretch it past 30ft -- a magic mark for builders and buyers
It's possible to theoretically exist around 31-32ft, but I'm not aware of anyone building that at this time.
*18 INCH WHEELS:* I don't believe this is possible on almost any tandem axle RV as factory engineered as the tires wouldn't clear one another with the existing suspension mounting points.
Love that shoe garage and pantry that is a huge thing for me
Same
Hope Rockwood moves to the wider stance, independent suspension next.
Jo'sh
Waiting to see the new shorter Montana. Almost got the 35 footer. Really curious to see what they get into an even more compact unit.
Waiting.....
TX,
Don
We can't wait for them to land. Should be later yet this year.
I wish they would move to carpetless slides. Carpet in a camper is almost as bad as carpet in an 80's bathroom, just full of nasty stuff after a week. If this had the carpetless slides like the Coachmen 259FKDS, it would be unbeatable!
That's why we're glad to carry different brands INCLUDING that Coachmen 259FKDS! Love that unit!
I've always been pretty sweet on Freedom Expresses, but right now they're among the best out there
Here's a thought....
Order yours without carpet.
@@wetspotswimwear1199 That's not how the RV industry works. Either they come with carpet or they don't.
Glorious. Those floor vents are off-putting me though.
What did you enjoy about the RV?
@@JoshtheRVNerd I like that kitchen. Plenty of space, loads of light, and it's sort of out of the way while still being well in the living area... Very open layout and no island cluttering the place up.
Did it get that right?
I agree, the floor vents in the middle of the floor caught my eye right away, not in a good way.
I agree on the floor vents. What a difference a few years makes. Not so long ago it was the norm and no one would have given them a second look.
Watch Josh's video on floor vs cabinet vents. Very enlightening, and helps one understand why Rockwood does it this way.
Looks like this has the 8cf propane-electric frig. Is the 10cf 12 volt compressor frig available in this model? Oh ... nevermind. Just watched again and heard the part about the upgrade! Awesome.
Thanks for watching!!
Love this one except for those heat vents so poorly placed in floor in living room and bedroom. Makes it look cheap and they stick out like a sore thumb. Plus it negates the option to have a rug. Hopefully this changes.
10:44 other than storing your pizza 🍕 slices in there, you could toss a laundry 🧺 bag (not a basket) in there to stuff your dirty clothes in & use it as s clothes hamper as well‼️ 😉👍🏽
Solid input!
*WOW* !! *LOVE the lighter cabinets in this FAB front kitchen* !! *GREAT size trailer* !! #HaylettRV
Us too!
Thanks for the link to this video. I like this one very much but I would look at changed the bathroom so that the full size shower like the one on the 8263 is included and if I had to I would put the shower on one side and the sink and toilet on the other and the walkway between them.
I could skip the back door and have a larger closet. We camp in the mountains and would like more storage for jackets and boots.
I'm digging this sexy thang. Colors. Floorplan is perfect!
Yeah it’s a stone cold stunner for sure
I may have to drive halfway across the country to buy a travel trailer from you just because of the nap and crap joke! LOL
I mean really you're buying the entertainment and you just kinda GET the camper
@@JoshtheRVNerd I'm ok with this.
Love slam latches
Ok, found our travel trailer!!!! Exactly as shown is what we want, add solar, done.
You'll love the models we have incoming then. Most of them will feature the 12v fridge option + 190w solar & inverter combo!
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Haylett RV Reviews, News, & More Solar installed? Bigger frig great, white color, can you send current Rockwood pamphlet? When do you expect arrivals? Need to talk
@@ellythompson4055 Rockwood does not yet have updated brochures. Our sales team at 800-256-5196 will be the best source of info for you on these
Why don't they make the counters the same height in the kitchen?
Me too. I assumed it was so they could handle 2 smaller pieces of counter top vs 1 big one in manufacture.
Another annoyance is the 4”- 5” of space between the overhead cabinet w micro and the ones above the front window. Prob for the same reason. It might be big enough to make a 3 bottle wine holder. Will see, mine is due later in Sept.
Love the shower
Josh, wouldn't it be nice if they divided the cloth shower caddie into 3 or 4 compartments so bottles don't fall over?
It has two which seems to work for some of those bigger heavier bottles my wife likes to use. I suppose it’s all in what you like to bring
Is there a reason the fire extinguisher is down so low the toddlers can play with it? Not that they would touch it off, but I would like to see it hung up higher on the wall (my nitpicking). It would be nice if the oven was dual regular/convection. Why don't they have a showermizer on the kitchen faucet too. I can see not having it on the sink in the bathroom, since when the hot water hits the shower, not much will be lost by turning on the sink faucet and waiting a cpl seconds. The kitchen may be a long run too though.
I don’t know why the extinguishers are so low but it always seems normal
I love this floor plan more than most out there except for the door to the bedroom. I understand why it’s designed this way, but personally, I like a more secure feeling (no outdoor easy access) when it comes to where I sleep. I’d like to know if there is something very close in the 2022 models without the door to the bedroom. We will be in the market in the fall of 2022 as we will be able to trade in our truck for a 3/4 or 1 ton then. I’m just trying to put in our due diligence for our perfect RV and watch your videos regularly. Hopefully, by then, we’ll be able to find exactly what we need and want. I’ve learned a lot from your videos and want to thank you so much for posting! When we are able, we’ll definitely come to you for our TT or 5th Wheel!
I think you’ll like this one then.. m.czcams.com/users/HaylettRVsearch?query=259fkds
Why wouldn't they make the front counter top level with the sink counter top?
Torn between 2608 and 2912🤔 But Loooove Rockwood Craft's...💓
I really love the kitchen/living area, but I would prefer the bed turned north south instead of East-West to have a through storage underneath the bed / end tables.
That is the trick with bed slides -- hard to put storage under them. TY for watching and sharing :)
This floor plan is awesome. , love it. Hope next year I can trade my rv in for this model. , love it
Let us know how we can assist when you're ready!!
Josh which rv would you say is a better builded trailer the Rockwood 2608bs or the Freedom Express 259fkds?
You’re on a level playing field with those two. No clear winner there
It boils down to floor plan / feature preferences
I own a Laredo 280 rb,but I love this model.Wish it was available when I bought mine.
We're always happy to get you a swap out figure!
Looking forward to next year sometime , when the pandemic settles down and frees us up to travel. , to your area. We’re are 5 hour drive from. Enjoy your holidays. Next year keep are fingers crossed.
My general guess? If 2020 was the "Earthquake" then 2021 will just be "the aftershocks"
A few rumbles. Not the major shake up.
This 2021 model with the stone interior is now at the top of our list to purchase when we're ready. Love the amazing kitchen. There are several things I like better on this one compared to the Freedom Express 259FKDS which we were also considering, including the queen bed which provides a lot more room in the bedroom, the larger oven, the larger awning, slide awnings, dual entry and the power stabilizer jacks. However I wish this one had all of the hookups in one spot like the 259FKDS (between the slides). Are they all scattered in different spots on this model? Also, I didn't see a battery kill switch anywhere - is it difficult to install one if there isn't one already installed? Thanks for your amazingly informative videos!
Disconnect switch standard on Rockwoods for 4 or 5 years. Usually mounted up by the battery whenever possible (which makes sense).
Great kitchen!!!
Glad you like it!
One final question? My only concern about the 2608bs. I don’t like the dinette table booth set up , rather have the free standing table chairs is that a option, I can get , or is that a special order ,that you have to pay extra for? Other then that. It’s a great model to have. ..
Table and chairs is a readily available option! It's not much more than the standard booth setup on a personal build
Uncle Josh I was also wondering if you can full time in the Rockwoods? An if you're not told Thank You for what you do when making the videos of travel trailers,fifth wheels,an motorhomes with the straight forward information on them and letting us the people know that our safety is more important than making a sale.
I see people full time in smaller and simpler campers. That’s more of a personal preference.
Different people have different levels of how they’re willing to spend their time if that makes sense
I know there are plenty of people who do use their Rockwood rvs for long extended times
Thank you for the information Uncle Josh. I also have been telling my friends about the videos that you have put out on all the different travel trailers, fifth wheels,and motorhomes. An I have told a few of the jokes that you have told. I have let my friends know that yall put the customers safety before a sale. I really appreciate that yall let the customers know if their towing vehicle can tow whichever rv,travel trailer, or fifth wheel that they are wanting to purchase. Yall are number one in my book. Leonard Nelson from NC your number one fan.
Thanks for the video with the updates. I am about a year away from contacting your team and getting the purchase process started. As a note after reading the other comments. I like having carpet for the slides. I have seen the vinyl flooring curl. My house has floor vents, no problem for me. Question: With 12v fridge and solar, does the converter/charger have the lithium profile? I would purchase with 2 battleborn batteries.
Lithium Capable converter, yes. Selector switch or something like that.
We're a battleborn dealer, so we could get you set up right away!
They could have rearranged that bathroom to allow for passthrough in travel mode. Would be able to lose the second door and rearrange the storage beside fireplace to where the second door was. Otherwise, beautiful trailer!
Ironically they improved travel access on the smaller version of this one as seen here m.czcams.com/video/D1iyAjT9mp8/video.html
Love the new colors available. Could you go over the "Outdoor package" option on one of your videos?
Sorry -- could you clarify? There's no such options package available on the Rockwood Ultralite series.
Nice trailer. My only disappointment is the heating vents running down the center of the floor. Great color choice. 1/2 ton towable be careful.
This is my favorite one. Is it a true half ton towable? Or 3/4ton better? Definitely I’d want solar on it with the bigger fridge.
This is a model that teeters on that line where the answer most definitely requires examining the capability of the specific truck in question. Could go either way
Too bad we live so far away.....love to experience a quality buying experience..👍
Maybe one day!
Why not include a better pantry on this model so you could keep the coat closet and use it for additional storage as well but, a pantry can easily be installed on the left side of the window cap on the front from ceiling to floor in a perfect spot??
You'd have to ask Rockwood that one. I can only estimate they wanted to keep a pantry travel accessible due to the common demand for features like that
I've not seen one until now, but I am a new fan of this floorplan. Rockwood doing Rockwood things. What kind of vehicle would be sufficient at towing this?
Proper half ton would be sufficient. obviously 1/2 ton specs can vary. Some will be fine. Some will not. We always check on a per-customer basis to ensure safety before the sale!!
Awesome floor plan..so weird so see the lot so empty
Every day I roll in I have to remind myself we're still selling stuff faster than it rolls in. Nearly 100 sales this month despite only having 60 in stock at the start of the month.
Uncle Josh I recently saw walkthrough videos of the Rockwood 2614bs and 2613 bs rv’s and as expected they have have stoves, bathrooms and beds - have you made any videos on these units ? So I can get some actual info on these of designs.
I haven’t been able to YET but frankly any time I get a chance to record a Rockwood/Flagstaff, then I’m going to do it
I always worry about you, Jake on top of these rigs taking videos....I know you’ve done this for years, BUT what can I say.....stay frosty from San Diego, Ca
I do it perhaps more than I should, but I'm experienced and I use caution.
If I am tired or distracted, then I don't go up there. It's a mistake you only need to make once obviously
Josh - I would love to see a comparison with this Rockwood Ultra Lite with a Jayco White Hawk, presuming you think they are similar enough. I really like your comparison videos as my research into what type of RV we want to get is quickly overwhelming.... Working to narrow it down.
What is the best way to provide this type of feedback directly?
They're definitely in a comparative range. I'll resume my comparisons once the weather warms back up (assuming we have a few side by side to review)