Top 3 Class C RVs Under 25' Without Slide Outs - 2024 Models
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- In this CZcams video we tour and review the three best Class C RVs under 25' without slide outs. All three of these compact class C motorhomes are perfect for beginners because they have no slide-outs and they are easy to drive and back into your campsite.
Join us as we provide our opinions about the floor plans, features and livability of these small Class C RVs.
The three 2024 small Class C RVs under 25' with no slide-outs are:
00:00 Intro
00:59 Thor Geneva 22VT
15:30 Gulf Stream BT Cruiser 5210
25:23 Jayco Granite Ridge 22T
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I loved the first RV, it was the least expensive but also looked the most like a small apartment on wheels
The Thor Geneva 22VT is a great motorhome floor plan and under 25'!!! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I like it too.
I remember when the Class C was kinda a “starter” or entry level RV for people who can’t quite afford a class A. Now the Class C’s are becoming more expensive than the class A’s. Times sure have changed.
I agree! Sometime the smaller the RV the bigger the MSRP. Take for example the Class B or Camper Vans. Now that is mind blowing! 🤯 Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Thank you for thorough details …. And … for speaking clearly and slowly so you can be easily understood and I have time to consider what you’re saying. Too often people are bouncing around in the video and rambling. Just found you and appreciate your style!
Thanks so much! We really appreciate your kind words!
Hope you have a great day!
Mike
And NOOOO jazz hands!!
And NOOOO 'it's great! It's grand! Everything is butterflies & unicorns!!
Just give me an unbiased it is what it is presentation.
I REALLY appreciate you giving measurements, not just 'a queen/full sized' because a queen/full is NOT the same for all rigs.
I like the north south bed. Even though not a walk around, still decent space to get up w/o making hubs rearrange.
For the kitchen, it's very nice. (We could do w north south double burner just for little extra counter space. If the oven weren't an option, I'd look for a micro convection maybe. LOVE the fridge size.
Thanks also for the shower measurements! Hubs is 6'4" so that's GREAT! I would like a little 'lip' on the shower shelves (even at home, truthfully) to keep stuff from falling. Also love that it's NOT a wet bath. I just don't like everything getting wet.
Great presentation!
~Best to you and safe travels!
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Hey great presentation, thank you for segmenting the videos, I appreciate you not opening every single cabinet but pointing out key things, as well as keeping the name of the RV listed at the bottom for easy reference. One note, on the 5210, I can see that as a great road trip RV because those large couches have three seat belts a piece. It's one we've been looking at but I'm not sure how comfortable the couch beds will be, but attracted to a smaller vehicle without the cramped interior of a class B. Really like that Jayco too.
Thanks again well done. Appreciate the measurements too!
Hi Mike and Susan I like the Thor one better because it’s spacious and more storage but I also love the Jayco too because of the storage inside and out. Especially the one with three doors to open from. Hope you had a great Easter like I did! Hope you have a great week too! See you next week! Safe travels.
Hi Sherri. We had a great Easter with the family! We liked the traditional floor plan of the Thor Geneva, but that storage in the Granite Ridge was pretty awesome too! Hope you have a great week as well. Thank you as always!
@@RVBlogger
Glad you had a great Easter with family. Glad you like both of those Rvs too!
I just want to give a shout out to you guys for always doing measurements for height. I love that uniqueness about your videos. I’m 6’3’ so i have to keep into account height while doing research on these campers.
You're welcome and thank you for your support. We understand the importance of ceiling height in an RV and we love helping people find something that fits their lifestyle. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting.
Amen🎉 I'm 6'1 and want taller height in my RV
Did you measure the last RV - I did not see that and wondered it looks like 6 ft 2" so not sure big enough for my 6'3" hubby
@@valleygroupwinecountry1086 looks like we skipped measuring the shower in that bathroom. Mike is 5'11" and looks like there is about 5" over his head. Might be able to reach out to the manufacturer or a dealership for a better measurement. Sorry about that!🤦♀
Great video! Clear, informative, and just the right length!
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed our Class C Without Slide Outs video. We appreciate your support!
I really like the first one the Thor without slidouts that's the one for me I plan on living full time in a Thor the first one that you showed
Hey that's awesome! We love our Class A Thor and I'm sure you will love your Class C too!
All the best and safe travels!
Mike
You are a good presenter,,, I only watch you and PJ and another guy, i forgot his name,,, the skipping happy guy… 😂
Thank you so much for the kind words! We appreciate your support! 💛💚 The skipping happy guy must be Matt from Matt's RV Reviews. He's a great guy and great friend of ours.
The Gulf Stream is F L A W L E S S
The BT Cruiser 5210 is a pretty unique floor plans and less than 23'! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
The prices are stupid high when compared to precovid pricing. The first rv was selling for $55k 2019. The cost to biuld rvs did not double, just demand went up during covid and limited supply, which is no longer the case. Now it's jut dealers trying to unload rvs they over paid for. Don't be a sucker, research pricing.
We agree about the cost of RVs. At this point it is price gouging. But with dealership lots full and less demand it should get a bit interesting. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I'd buy a used one. Not paying those crazy prices. Let someone else pay for the new RV smell.. 😕 The contract you sign off on a new RV is just crazy.
@@pjt3887 Right! Get one a couple years old and skip the depreciation years. Make sure to get it inspected.
Just discovered your channel and love your reviews
Thank you so much! We appreciate your support! 💛💚 Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting.
Thanks for sharing!!
You're very welcome! Thank you, as always, for your support! 💚💛
Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.
You are welcome. Thank you so much for your support! 💛💚
Nice video! Thanks 😊
You're welcome! So glad you found it helpful. We appreciate your support!
I love the Thor with know sllideouts
No slides - no problems!
Thanks for sharing your opinion!
Mike
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Thank you so much! We appreciate your support! 💚💛
The first one I like the most
Love the Thor Geneva 22VT. It has everything you need and conveniently placed. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
The first one is the best and that one is the thor
That's a good choice!
For those prices add a washer and dryer!
Unfortunately storage space is lacking to add a washer/dryer. You typically find them in larger motorhomes. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
The last one with 4x4, but : Corner NS bed with bathroom next to it, normal BW tank no casette, J shaped dinette, cabover area should be empty and with a big front window and/or skylight. All this will give room for a proper kitchen and storage.
That sounds like an awesome remod of the Jayco Granite Ridge. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
@@RVBlogger Yep, I think there is room in the RV market for more solo oriented RV's with 4x4 clearence aimed at boondocking. All the room and effort put into extra uncomfy smallish births in many RV's are often never used. There are heaps of multi birth RV's but not so many with just one bed. Most fulltimers are alone or max two sharing a bed. Thanks for your channel !
@@Itsallwrongbutthatsallright there is definitely an increase in solo and couples RVers. I'm curious to see the future trend of RV floor plans.
Excellent Video I like the 3rd one. It’s on a AWD ford Chassis, it’s smaller than 23ft and I love the outdoor storage space. I currently have a 23.7ft Thor Gemini 23TW which I do love but it lacks storage space.
So glad you liked the video and floor plan choices. We were so impressed with the storage of the Granite Ridge and 3 entry doors to access it. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I like all 3 👍❤️
They all have some unique features to offer! Glad you liked them. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Jayco 22 ❤
That Granite Ridge was a pretty cool floor plan! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Small is my fav! Hey, thanks for showing some shorter Class C options.
I admit I have sticker shock. For road-tripping and adventure vacations these all-in-one units are great, but yeah, save some money and don't plug in at campgrounds - you've got to pay for your home on wheels!
So true! The cost of a motorhome is jagged little pill to swallow. We recommend checking the used RV market. We bought a very nice Class C from Facebook Marketplace. My biggest piece of advice is get it inspected. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I like the last one the best. It’s my daughter and I so twin beds are perfect.
Twin beds would be perfect for you two. We have a few videos with Class C RVs and TT with twin beds. These links are motorhomes with twin beds: czcams.com/video/6Ltr4DaIdFQ/video.html czcams.com/video/kc57ozhu30M/video.html This link is with TT czcams.com/video/V_TsbX1ilcE/video.html Hope you see some great floor plans. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
The best RV reviews on the web!!! Thank you. On that Jayco, I assume the driver's seat swivels around to use that as part of the dinette, then there's plenty of room for two eat together!
Wow, thanks! Glad you like our RV tours!
Yup the drivers seat can swivel around. Good catch!
Thanks for watching and for the kind words.
Mike
I love the first one have more room
The Thor Geneva 22VT is a great floor plan for a small motorhome without slides! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I like the Jayco
The Granite Ridge is a really cool floor plan with great storage! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Suggestion Gulf Stream, on BT Cruiser 5210 if you could make pull down bunk bed design vs 2 sofas. Replace the one sofa with recliners and flip up trays. Winner
That sounds like an awesome idea. Really innovative. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I like the 1st one
The Thor Geneva is a great floor plan and under 25'! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
@@RVBlogger Your Welcome
I liked the Gulf Stream and the Jayco. Can you and Susan do a video on the Coachmen Cross Trail 20XG and 21XG? Great job guys!
We did a review of the Coachmen Cross Trail 20BH just a couple weeks ago and we will keep our eye out for these models if we see them.
Thanks for the suggestion!
Mike
Here's the link to see the 20BH if you are interested: czcams.com/video/32aYxG33olk/video.htmlsi=tHeNVRLkmY8qzp7j
First one look very much like ours. I really do like the floor plan. There is tons of storage. Since there are only 2 of us we can also use the over the cab bed for even more storage. The only thing we don’t have is the oven. It sure would be nice to have an inside oven.
The Thor Geneva 22VT floor plan is a lot like our Class C floor plan! Has everything you need (except the oven) to camp or travel. An oven is a valuable kitchen appliance! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
First rv. Is perfect for me
The Thor Geneva 22VT is a great traditional style floor plan. Love that it's under 25'! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Too bad it's a thor. I want a tiny home with that floor plan lol.
I would like the last one by jayco. I travel alone but I do have to sit to shower so the wetbath is good and the cassette toilet makes it easier on me. The table would be big enough for me. I would leave the bed like it was first set up and sleep across the top, I’m short, and have the ends to sit on.
The Jayco Granite Ridge 22T is an awesome floor plan. So glad you liked it! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
My husband and I are seriously looking into a Bean trailer or something similar. Do you two ever highlight that type of trailer? Nice upload again. Thank you for the info
You're welcome and thank you! We have toured quite a few tear drop campers but haven't seen a Bean trailer in person yet. Here are two of the videos we have done that feature campers with similar floor plans. czcams.com/video/YyaoD3jITbY/video.html czcams.com/video/kSqG8c5rPiI/video.html We appreciate your support!
@@RVBlogger Thank you!
A cassette toilet n wet bath. Twin beds. I pick number 3
The Jayco Granite Ridge is a really cool floor plan. Love the concept. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Hey guys, look in to thousands Trails. Lots of nice camp sites.
We belong to Thousand Trails and we find there is a big mix of nice campgrounds and not so nice campgrounds. But overall we really enjoy our membership! We are loving Sunshine Key right now!
Hope you have a great Memorial Day Weekend!
Mike
Thanks for reviews. It would be useful to also list the OCCC of each unit. It’s so hard to find that ballpark information for each model. So many tout their storage possibilities but if OCCC is low, the storage is unusable.
We include the GVWR and GCWR unfortunately the manufacturers do not provide the UVW on their website to know where to begin. Might be able to find out from the manufacturer what the UVW is and that will help to find the CCC. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
@@RVBlogger on the yellow sticker, probably on the passenger side cab door.
@@penelopebartell840 yes, sometimes you can find that data there. Not always but sometimes.
I liked the Thor. The other two were too pricey. Theme for them seems to me is that sleeping quarters is the first casualty of the short RVs.
Did dig the exhaustive examination of each.
Thank you! Beds and bathrooms usually take the sacrifice for sure. Hoping the MSRP on RVs start coming down a bit faster. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Nice campers
Not too bad for under 25' and no slide outs! Thanks Kim!
I'd want to purchase a Class C RV for a 2-person setup so I almost liked #2 the best in that sense but.... the sleeping space didn't look particularly comfortable. So I think I'd ultimately pick #1 of the 3.
We didn't really care for the bed in the GS BT Cruiser either. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Can you get it without the oven and 2 burner stovetop and also a sofa in place of the the dinette ?
There are manufacturers that will allow modifications but it could take a couple extra months (or weeks) to receive your RV. Can also check out the used RV market. Might find what you are looking for there or affordably modify it yourself. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Did you measure the 3rd shower for height? I am wondering when there will be a hybrid RV for mileage?
We bloopered and didn't measure the shower in the Granite Ridge.🥲🤦♀️ Would be great to design a motorhome that could be more fuel efficient. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Back 20 yrs ago when the BT cruiser came out it had the same couch layout and was considered a class B.
You're not wrong. The lack of an upper cab bunk used to be an indicator of a Class B+ vs Class C RV. Recently we've noticed the definition is a bit blurred and reflects more on the chassis. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
What do you think about the Leisure Wonder in an Under ‘25 with a rear Garage?
That would be the one with a twin bed? We haven't had the pleasure of seeing that one in person, but we have heard good things about the construction of Leisure. Wish the garage had a 3rd rear garage door like the Granite Ridge but love that Leisure Wonder has a dry bath and not a wet bath like the Jayco. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I am still a Jayco😮 gal, but WOW the price,
The Jayco Granite Ridge MSRP is a bit 🤯! It's definitely designed for off-road adventures to justify that cost. Thanks Mildred!!!
On the first Chevy model, how high up is it to get into the driver door? I drive a Chevy express 15 passenger van, and I find it very difficult to get in and out. Can it hold a lift in the rear end for a power chair lift?
I didn't measure the height from the ground to the bottom of the driver door so I'm not sure how tall it is. I don't even know where you could find that spec. With a hitch weight of 7,000 lbs or more I'm sure these could handle your power lift chair.
Thanks for watching!
Mike
Good info. Are there any RVs with hybrid motors? Are USC ports not connon?
There aren't any hybrid motorhomes on the market yet. We are seeing more charging ports that include USB and C ports. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I really like the BTCruisers , I also like the last one, but I`ll never have 200K.
The MSRP on these motorhomes are still a bit too high. I'd be curious of the actual sales price. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Great info and appreciate your time. Question, have you come across a no slide class c/b+ with recliners?
Thank you so much! We appreciate your support. We have seem dual recliner/theater seating in Class C and B+ motorhomes but not independent separate recliners. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
@@RVBlogger thanks for the quick response and letting me know it is an option. Do you have one you could let me know about (don’t need separate recliners, one or the small sofa type is fine). Doesn’t matter the size of the RV I just haven’t seen a non slide with recliner/sofa. Thanks again!
@@Humble-Engine I don't seem to see anything in our inventory that fit that criteria. I think it might be difficult to find recliners or theater seating in a motorhome without slide outs. But that's not to say a manufacturer couldn't swap out a sofa for theater seating, as long the recliner part can work comfortably in a smaller living space. I'll keep a lookout though.
@@RVBlogger You are awesome thank you for confirming that as I have looked high and low with nothing. With all of your knowledge and insight I trust your opinion on this and hope that with some inquiry on this, it will spark a manufacture to start a new model trend. Removal of the dinette was such a big deal or at least reimagined the dinette area was a huge. Reclining inside on a rainy day a good medicine. Thanks for your time.
@@Humble-Engine not quite the awesome reclining theatre seats we had in our Thor 24RW but the Jayco Melbourne Prestige 24NP/Entegra Qwest 24N fit the no slides bill for us and it has an L shaped sofa in the back that we like to lounge on. We have a storage ottoman for a foot and leg rest and can curl up on the corner of the sofa quite comfortably with a couple of pillows. We love not having slides. Good luck in your search.
The Gulf Stream model could be used for tailgating
Yes, with all that seating. That's a great idea. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
hey mike can you tell me who is a good insurance company to have for a class c
Hi Logan,
It depends where you live and what you will be doing with your RV.
We had Geico and now Nationwide for our Class C RV and the prices form both are about the same at $500 a year.
However, if you plan to rent out your RV none of the traditional insurance companies will insure your rig. If you plan to rent it out I would recommend Roamly and you can get a free quote from them at goto.rvblogger.com/Roamly.
If you live in MD, VA, DE, DC, NY or PA you could call my son-in-law and he can insure your cars, house, and your RV. Let me know if you want his info and I'll pass that along privately.
Thanks and all the best!
Mike
Thank you for the info , @@RVBlogger
It’s the 8’5” width that turns me off of most motorhomes. It’s just nuts to think of driving these along old and narrow county roads. Particularly in the South or Eastern U.S.
We have a motorhome this size and have driven it all through the North East from Maine to Maryland without problems. It helps if you use an RV safe GPS like RV Trip Wizard from RV Life. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I drive (and fix) the public transit buses in Boston. They’re 8’6” wide and 40 feet long. We make it down the tight streets here. Just go slow and keep checking your mirrors. Hoping to buy an RV when I can retire 😊
@@meganashlea thank you for sharing your experience! We’ve had to bring our mirrors in a few times 😬😂
What RV are you in during the 00:33 second mark? I like the recliner so far more than a dinette
He was standing in the Gulf Stream BT Cruiser during the open of the video. That was the second RV in the video lineup.Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
The Jayco mimicks the Ekko
Sort of...and with the Ekko selling so well there will be more imitators too. And that type of floor plan will get better and better with the competition.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Mike
Hello, i realy like camper nr.1. Where is it for sale, and the price?
The first motorhome was a Thor Geneva 22VT. The MSRP is located at the beginning of the video in the full screen graphics. That is not the sales price. You would have to negotiate that with a dealership. You might have to google this model for sale in your area to see where you can find one locally. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
We've been wondering about why the manufacturers have not decided to put in the shower area the shelving for your soap and shampoo something that has a little lip on it so that it won't keep falling or you don't have to take it completely out and put it in the medicine cabinet or whatever.
I've seen corner shower caddies on a vertical spring rod When shopping for dorm room essentials when my daughter was in college years back.
A little ridge or lip that is about an inch and a half and could make a difference in convenience as well.
Just my thoughts so you don't have to keep taking wet items out of the shower or you don't have to always pick them up each time you get in the shower because they fallen.
We agree! Susan had me install a soad dispenser for our liquid soap shampoo and conditioner and a shelf to hold razors shaving cream etc. Why can't this just be built into the shower? Probably because the manufacturers don't want to have to spend a dime more than necessary.
Thanks for watching!
Mike
There hasn't been a lot of positive feedback from CZcamsrs-or from many others, for that matter-regarding Thor RVs. While not every Thor motorhome may have poor build quality, their 'affordability' should prompt caution. First impressions and attractive floorplans can be misleading. Based on our own research, I would strongly advise you to delve deeper into the structural integrity and underlying quality of these RVs. Investigate the "bones" of the RV thoroughly to avoid acquiring what could become a financial burden. Exercise due diligence to ensure your purchase decision is well-informed. Look beyond these floorplans!
It is very important for buyers to be well informed about the quality construction of an item with such a high price tag. Like buying a house or a car, you have to do research on customer and manufacturer reviews before making a sale. Many RV manufacturers have been lacking in construction and customer service over the last few years. Their attempt to keep up with customer demand (and greed) has hurt reputations. Our channel has always been dedicated to bringing floor plan options and features to our viewers. There are a lot of great channels out there that will uncover fraud, deception and poor manufacturer concerns and we are grateful they are out there doing this. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
i would not buy a Thor. Not would i buy newer rv. so many people horrir stories on cracked frames etc.
@@angie-xy5sf I haven't heard of cracked frames with Thor. I have heard of frame flex with 5th wheels.
I like the Jaygo .Love the storage and the twin beds
The Granite Ridge is a very cool floor plan. Great for off-road adventures with comfort! Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Me too
@@jamestopeka2236 thank you for your support!
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Do you mind if I ask your height? I’m 6’6 so could use the reference. Thank you 🙏🏼
i think hes 511
Mike is 5'11". Hope that gives you some kind of reference to size and height. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Why are the showers a step-ups and not just a small step up of 2inches or less ???
The showers in RVs are raised in order to accommodate the plumbing under the floor. That's why they install a skylight in the shower to try and give more head room. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I haven't heard anything about AC units you mention no exhaust fans but nothing is mentioned of AC unit, ( roof air)
Sorry. Mostly all RVs come standard with A/C.Though it's considered optional, most all dealerships receive RVs equipped with heat and air conditioning. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
@@RVBlogger Most reviewers mention the A/C manufacturer/model, since some are more efficient than others and certainly are quieter than others. I don't think I like the coach A/C being right over the beds. Also, there is no mention of 3 or 4 season usability and insulation level. Otherwise, a good design. And love the fact that you actually measure things.
@@craigehr Glad you like that we measure certain areas. Our tours typically focus on RV floor plan versus construction like 3 or 4 season and insulation level. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Man these things have gotten wildly expensive!
At the same time quality is at new lows.
The value of the dollar has plummeted over the years.
@@geod3589 I don’t think “plummeting” means what you think it means. Has it lost value? Sure. But if you think these things were affordable 5 years ago, I would have to disagree.
Stupid expensive with shoddy workmanship
Yes. Covid (shutdown and supply chain demand) and the increased interest in camping has caused the cost of RVs to increase greatly. Sadly they will never return to "normal". Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Classic corner bed floorplan on the 22VT is impossible to beat. those transit chassis B type rigs are ridiculously overpriced and wet baths are crap. Sure would LOVE for someone to make a super-B style front without the huge over-cab bunk with that traditional corner-bed floorplan. IMO that would make for the perfect couple's MH.
They do make what used to be considered B+ style motorhomes but manufacturers are also referring to them as Class Cs these days. They do make great motorhomes for couples. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I liked the 1st one, but I think you didn't care for #2 very much.
We didn't really like the positioning of the bed. Felt like the jack knife sofas should have come completely together. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
I don't like the gulfstream, a third of the above cab space is totally wasted with a television, those couches look horribly uncomfortable as beds, the counter top space is inefficient, and the bathroom door would be hitting your knees. Back to the design app with that one.
We have to agree with you. Was not a fan of the floor plan but was impressed with the size at under 23' and appreciated the dry bath. Thanks Gigi!
That’s a bit strange they’d put roof vents in without fans.
Agree! Very cheap in my opinion. Luckily they can be installed after purchase. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
just shooting in the wind here but have you ever done a video that deals with maintenance with slide outs over the years or is it an accepted liability for more space?
Are you familiar with Josh the RV nerd? He has done several like that, explaining the pros and cons of each slide type. Keep in mind there’s a LOT of people who want no slides at all, just because they break and are not cheap to repair. 😊
@@Erin-ThorIll check him out. Thanks!
@@jellybryce7742 - I’m sure Josh isn’t the only one, a CZcams search will show a bunch I’m sure! There’s also an RV inspection channel that covers this too.
We haven't made a video about that content. I do believe it has become an accepted liability for more space. Some slide outs are better than others and some are doomed because the slide out is truly too big for the motor. Schwintek being the worst for that! Josh is definitely able to provide more information and a better understanding of slide out problems being at a dealership and seeing these issues from the maintenance perspective. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Why do rvs do propane instead of electric?
The propane in an RV is used for the water heater, furnace, stove top and sometime the refrigerator. In many ways the propane is a more efficient fuel source (versus electric) meaning your water and heater will warm faster. The RV industry is a little slower to evolve than most others like the automotive industry, so I don't know if they will ever complete convert to all electric. And not sure whether they feel it would be cost effective to fully convert. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
@@RVBlogger thanks for in depth reply! I love your content and just found it.
I've been seeing diesel electric technology popping up for heavier vehicles, and do you think it'd be good for RVs?
@@rt_goblin_hours Something along the lines of a hybrid RV? That's not really something we have looked into to be able to confidently give you an answer. I personally would love to see technology that makes motorhomes more fuel efficient but the MSRP on these are already pretty high. I'd be curious how this would affect consumer cost. Definitely interested in this topic!
I do wish you would measure the shower pan size. Odd request I know, but I just attended an RV show trying to narrow down my choices and 80% of the showers were scary small. Most class B’s were scary short, and only a few trailers had showers where a grown person could turn around. 👍🏼🥰😎 Oh, that last one was my favorite! BTW • That front seat swivels to face the dining table. (I’m sure you know that too, LOL!)
We understand the concern for shower size. Smaller RV showers suffer from shrinkflation🤣 to make everything fit! I'd rather lose the sink (I know that's dangerous territory for some) and have a dry bath or larger shower. Thanks Erin!
I'll go with door #1 for ten dollars.
Door #1 is a great choice but I'm afraid you'll have to add a few zeros 🤣. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Susan please hide his tape measure.
🤣 You would be surprised how many tape measures we own! 🤦♀️ Thank you for your support!
Please show specs when doing reviews.
We do...we have graphics at the beginning of each tour that give the specs plus I say them during the video. Maybe I don't understand what you mean by specs? Can you clarify?
Thanks!
Mike
I'm new to your channel and I like it. Cool to get 3 reviews in 1 video. I would suggest cargo carrying capacity as the main spec for you to add to all your videos. Maybe it will help people not overload
What an odd layout in the BT Cruiser.. that gap in the middle of the 2 beds is just poorly designed... it wouldn't have taken much to ensure the beds meet in the middle snuggly. Laziness!
I agree with you about the bed layout. Should've been complete and a bit more stability in the middle. Thanks Pesto!
Why no sliders? Why not with sliders?
We have RV tours on just about every category you can think of including motorhomes with slide outs. This particular video is for the audience that is looking for a motorhome without slide outs. Not everyone likes the hassle and maintenance of slides. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Sliders are problematic every owner finds this out the hard way. Really sucks to be stranded for 4 weeks waiting on service because your slider is stuck. Happens alot I'm not looking for problems. 😂
No slide outs for me. Thats too much. If you’re living in your RV maybe slide out. Only one.
Agree! Slide outs can be a challenge that isn't completely necessary for weekenders or even couples that need less living space. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
1st One, to much Money, 124,000 wow.
The MSRP on RVs these days is still a bit high but negotiable. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
If I had to choose, the Thor with the Gulf Stream outer paint. The Jayco, I'm sorry but at that price for very little, very disappointed. Thank y'all & safe travels !!
Thank you Darryl! I definitely agree with you. The Granite Ridge is a cool floor plan with great storage but that MSRP is 🤯!
This Thor bathroom is so much better than their mid-coach cubby bathroom.
Agree! Mid coach bathrooms make living space awkward. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
All RVs are highly overpriced, low-quality junk that needs constant maintenance. They burn way too much fuel and are not really able to go off-road so you are stuck paying high rates for RV parking.
While we agree that the RV industry has developed a bit of a reputation that past few years, I disagree with some of your opinion. All RVs will require maintenance. Just nature of the beast, traveling 60mph down the highway. There are some motorhomes that come with 4wd or AWD that make it easier to go off-road if you desire. With a little research and advanced booking your can great campsites at State or National Parks and COE campgrounds at a very reasonable rate. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
@@RVBlogger It is understandable that you would disagree since you draw some income from the industry. I have no connection to industry so I am free to call it as I see it. The RV industry never built awesome RVs but they were not as bad as they are now. It starts with horrible design, purely trained assembly personnel, and not the best quality components. The industry has no pride in the product it is all about maximum profit, a typical corporate mentality. 18-wheelers drive on average 120,000 miles per year pulling 80,000 pounds and spending less time in the shop than most RVs. I was not talking about RVs being able to take on series 4x4 roads but simple dirt roads with some bumps that any school bus would handle with ease. Due to the insane amount of overhang on most RVs even entering a fuel stop parking lot can be a ground-scraping challenge. Every single RV today is extremely overpriced and poorly designed.
@@mikeabc5355 can I ask how you have developed your conclusion about the RV industry? Are you in the RV industry? I'm just not sure how you know that every RV today is poorly designed. As for 18 wheelers, they do not have slideouts, appliances, windows, bathrooms etc that are affected by road travel and future maintenance issues. Not to mention most 18 wheelers have a better suspension.
@@RVBlogger If you have engineering, and machinery substantial experience with things mechanical, and some common sense, all you need to do is take a good look from outside to determine that on most of them overhang is huge making it a strictly interstate and perfect city street vehicle. Parking anyplace other than designated and paid parking is a rear occurrence. Whiles are too small in order to maximize interior space at the cost of ground clearance and ability to handle rough roads. Walk trough the RV interior will quickly revile countless flaws of poor workmanship. Fiberglass exterior panels and roof, wood framing, can all be found on RVs that is why they burn 🔥 so quickly. Yes RVs are overpriced junk that you must dump money 💰 in to them continuously. All in all very bad investment. Anyone considering to purchase one should spend some time talking to people who own them. Some are little better some worse but overall all are bad news.
@@mikeabc5355 some of the comments you have made I can't respond because I'm not really sure of your point. RVs are definitely not an invest, just like an automobile. The moment you leave the dealership they depreciate. So not sure why you thought that. You speak as if you have decades of RV experience but you haven't proved your knowledge when asked. And lastly, if you dislike RVs so bad why did you watch a video about RV tours?
Take those cushions, just dont record doing so. 😂😂😂😂
gotcha - thanks for the feedback!
Mike
If the RVs are not over 25' you do not look at it being a Class C, slide or no slide;
The length of the RV doesn't determine whether it fits in the category of a Class C. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!
Don’t like any of them
Bummer! Better luck next time. Thank you for watching our RV tour video and commenting. We appreciate your support!