All-New Winnebago Solis Pocket Walkthrough Review | Small & Affordable Camper Van
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The all-new 2022 Solis Pocket is Winnebago's most affordable camper van. The Pocket is well-equipped for backcountry excursions, with a flexible interior, plenty of storage, and extended-season camping capability, yet its compact design allows it to efficiently navigate urban areas.
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This van is a beauty, but I need to say, if I am paying $100,000 for a converted van, I at least want a spare tire and jack... seriously.
We totally agree✅ it was not easy to install a spare tire!
No wet bath, no sale
@@ricksmith3299 who's gonna empty and clean it????
No hot water either!!
Everyone keeps talking about the Revel but I honestly think this fits me and my budget a lot more. I don't have kids or anything and it'll only be used one month out of the year for like two road trips lol
In Europe, most refrigerator doors open both ways, like magic also many of the back windows open.
Great video, I was ready to go out and get one but when I checked the price the Solis now starts at $128,000 that is over 33% higher than the video. I will keep looking, I can buy a new Transit for $55,000 with the Adventure Pkg and other options I like. I am sure I can get it outfittered for under $73,000.
$128K ? What a rip off!
You gotta understand the Recreational Vehicle scam...
They always list for 30-50% above what the actual price is. Just go to any RV show; they've always got two stickers, one above the other. The "MSRP" at extortion levels, and then the "sale price". You can probably buy this van for 85-90k at any dealership in the States so long as they have them in stock and don't have a line of customers waiting.
WOW! Ridiculous price for no wet bath.
That's MSRP, for Pete's sake. You'd pay much less.
@@BrittMFH - $80K on several sites.
I bought the Solis Pocket 🚐 traveled four months last winter, love the van/camper. No hot water 🤷♀️no problem, I use the teakettle to heat water. SolisGo on an adventure
how is it in the winter?
Winnebago should make two models of Solis Pocket, this will be the basic strip model and the other one is the upgraded model with all the that are missing components. The short and compact design of Solis is perfect choice for couple or solo adventure if it is dry camp ready.
The Soils 59P has many of the upgrades but the exterior length is about 2' longer.
I'd settle for Winnebago making them BETTER! Stop the poor "workmanship," (fit & finish), using staples & cheap materials. No excuse for that at these prices.
-- BR
@@billredding2000 Price is pretty cheap. If you're looking for luxury, try Leisure Vans.
@@BrittMFH No, nothing "luxury," just simple, reliable, well-made and 4-Season. And true 4x4 (vs. AWD), with the ground-clearance to use it properly. But presently, I'm searching for the elusive Unicorn (that doesn't exist).
Yes, know about Leisure Vans, but they don't make small Class Bs anymore...they're into "B+/Cs" now -- too big for me. Pleasure-Way's (P-W) RVs would be more suitable size-size, but CEO Dean Rumpel has zero interest in REAL innovations: Making off-road/over-landing focused RVs. His stuff is mainly for pavement. Same as it's always been there @ P-W, stuck in the past: He's not very forward-looking OR listening to his potential customers re: what more of us want TODAY vs. the past. Despite his saying how "innovative" P-W is, it really isn't, at least in the ways that COUNT.
Another option is a truck-camper on a "very serious" 4x4 truck...HAVE truck now but it doesn't have the payload capacity for those campers (WAY heavier than they look) so I'd have to buy the truck and camper separately...and we know new truck prices have gone nowhere but UP lately. WAY up! The only Good News there is the cost of the truck & camper is about the same as (or maybe a little less than) than a Class B, so either solution is similar-price-wise.
I need to get some things done financially first, but in 3 years I'll be looking to see what the RV industry is making re: Class Bs and truck-campers THEN -- maybe something new will come along that will fit my needs better than the same old/same old out today.
Happy Trails,
-- BR
So can I keep my dog in this van for a few hours and keep him cool in summer and warm a few hours in winter? How’s that work?
Ok all naysayers you are missing the point of this RV design. This is an RV made for travelers to get to their main destination who occasionally may want to dry camp over a weekend. For that I applaud Winnebago. Sure, I would love to see an inverter with an under hood Generator system with volt Start but at this price point I can’t complain. I would much rather have this with its 4 season season design over the Thor Scope or Rize. Sure they have a generator but do you see how it is mounted underneath? First speed bump and you will be minus a generator.
My Wife and I are Travelers and have added the Solis pocket to our list to consider in the near future. Hope a few show up at the 2022 Tampa Show.
Thank you Debbie, well said.
Hmmmmmm....... 100k and no hot water - I'll pass.
@@EmRilee
Then it may not be right for you.
However it can be had for $74K and Amazon sells an instant hot propane fired RV hot water heater that can be hooked up for $300. Haven’t seen a Van build that is this nice and flexible starting with a new vehicle and warranty for this price. $100K is MSRP. Dealers will always drop by 25% or more.
Add a 3000 watt portable generator prefect solo boondocker 🤔
@@debbiewinter5391 well said. We just bought one today and will use the Camplux water heater to take hot showers outside the back doors using the water outlet and the propane tank access. I’m not a huge fan of the porta potty but I also didn’t want a wet bath taking up room in the coach. So for us it just made sense.
23 year retired Army veteran here. Love the video and just bought a Solis Pocket today, but it’s pronounced “MOLLY” not “MOLE”, and is spelled MOLLE. It is a military acronym that stands for Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment.
Thank you for the info!
Good luck with the van. Video looks good too
1. I like your voice
2. you do not overuse adjectives which is very annoying
3. one of the best videos I have seen and heard!!
The most thorough review I've seen. Thank you.
Thank you very much! We truly appreciate it!
So so thorough and appreciate how you break down the specs. These videos help so much, Thank you!
Glad we could help, thank you for watching!
Perfect of a single person traveling across the country.
Europe does such a better job with this campervan chassis including hot water and cheap
Great video--excellent camera presence and to the point while being thorough!
Thank you! We truly appreciate it.
Where is the bathroom
@@nikkicasanova4469 This model does not have a bathroom. The Solis 59P and 59PX feature a wet bath.
We need one built for solo van lifers. Too many try to cram too many beds inside. Get rid of the dinette. AC required shore power is a deal breaker also. Should include zero breeze AC. RV manufacturers are stuck with component dealers way behind in tech related to full time van life. That's one reason many still choose to build their own. 12 volt chest fridges are much better than stand up micro fridges with useless freezers. No hot water. No microwave. No lithium PO4 batteries. $100k is just laughable for this terrible design.
You are absolutely right. This is a bad joke. Check out the European vans, they are so far advanced it’s amazing. Refrigerator doors open both ways, controls are behind a cabinet door, away from little fingers, and back windows open. No hot water? Built cheep, built for the uninformed.
I am often astonished when comparing the prices between the US and the European manufacturers. Why are motorhomes in the US /Canada such expensive? In Europe for 100 k dollars you get a completely equipped van with bathroom, shower, cassette toilet, satellite dish and tv, big 140/150 liters fridge, aluminum wheels and so on...
Can be purchased for must less than MSRP. Also, the dinette is perfect as it's multi-purpose: a lounge for one with or without the table. Or a loveseat for 2, or a bed for a child.
As a solo traveler , this is exactly the layout I want. The dinette is just made up as a couch. Having a spot to relax/sit while parked is huge.
Just viewed THIS walk through, probably have seen dozens of others that fail to mention 30 amp a/c. I've seriously considered this vehicle until now. Off grid a/c is a must for Texas coast & s. central TX in summer.
This fits my budget, on my list for 2024.
We currently have a few in stock on sale. www.colonialrv.com/14254/
Thanks so much for the info on the Class B looking at it now. Very nice and simplified RV style van. Great video
Thank you for watching!
Should have made it with a cassette toilet. Without it, is a glorified mini van
...but some us of WANT a "glorified minivan" -- one reason I'm looking at a pleasure-Way "Tofino" campervan myself in the future.
-- BR
Wow on that prepping station!
It's nice, huh?
No hot water is such a big fail. Stopped watching right when he said that.
yeah, it's a shame because there are some neat features that are overshadowed by the sheer lack of basic amenities of the sort one would expect from a proper camper van.
We just bought one of these and grabbed a camplux water heater off amazing to have hot showers right outside the back doors for $159. It uses the rear water outlet and the propane tank (both accessible from the rear) to operate. Check out a video on it. It solved the hot water and no shower issue instantly.
It’s such an easy problem to fix, it’s not worth bitching about.
Hey you Grinch!!!🤐👶🤨
One quick change occurs to me. Those 2 latching storage cubbies behind the sofa cushions are a bit inconvenient when you're sitting there. How about making them sliding doors?
Give rv classes, on pre - operations of all buttons and possibilities. Especially battery drained. Propane uses. Save lives.
Thank you.
I’d like to see one actually disassemble the Lagun table to convert to the small bed. Do you need remove the table leg to convert to the bed? Where do you store it? Also what do you do with the board behind the driver seat? The seat swivels but there is no place for one’s legs if the board remains. Is it meant to convert to a table?
Omg it's so old fashioned they need to check out the euro campa Van's..
Love this build! Thanks for al this information.
Thanks for watching Tanya!
Great video! Thanks for showing all the features it has, it helps with our decision.
Thanks for watching! Glad we could help!
This is awesome!
Under 100k no shower tho , I’ve seen used custom go for well under 100k with heated water and a shower , even a back up gravity system , heated by the sun would go a very long way
Love everything about it! Great tour - thank you!
Thank you for watching!
Can these models be ordered with a lower bed? I'm 5'4 and the older I get I dont want to be jumping, climbing or using a stool lol.
Former 2018 revel owner. Waiting for storyteller. Overall nice design but hot water and AGM is a deal breaker. Driver side seat can’t swivel. Day bed looks god awfully uncomfortable. If these were correct consider the purchase.
Yes, the Pocket is not for everyone. The Revel is a nicer option but cost considerably more.
I've owned a roadtrek campervan for 15 years. Main thing to me is microwave, run the AC without the engine, spare tire cuz I've had a blowout before. Also hang shirts. This has none of the these for 95k. No good
This guy is very professional 👍👌
We try! Thank you for watching!
no hot water? and cheep cheep cheep still 100, grand no thanks
First there was a Solis with no AC and now no HW. Not to mention the short bed which I could live with. But Sorry. No sale. I really wanted this. But a hot shower after fishing all day is a must have.
New drinking game, drink when he says “before”.
I wonder if you can order the pocket without the sink and plumbing. Then lower bed so you dont need a stool.
It seems like you might enjoy our Adventure Wagon video - it's all about a DIY-style van that could offer the flexibility you're seeking. Check it out here: czcams.com/video/l5PHKEsaLdc/video.html
Excellent tour of the Solis!!!
Thank you!
Beautiful❤❤
Thank you for watching!
Can you add/install an aftermarket awning system??
As a child in the 1950s, I got a bright red toy truck.... Due to this, I'm gravitating to have this RV. I'm just waiting for Bill Gates to buy me one.
HaHa Thanks for watching!
The “frigerator?” Lol
Pretty van
We like the propane tank removable , and no pop top roof bed, but do not like no bathroom , if this one do have a bathroom , I will consider buy this one
The 59P and 59PX models are available without the pop-top and they have a bathroom. You can see them in this video: czcams.com/video/AIWntOAutxc/video.html
I can finally finish this video. I was watching this when I received a call from my RV Dealer that my Storyteller is ready for delivery. So, I dropped everything and drove an hour and half to pick Vinnie Van Go.
No indoor shower?
well, at least you finally got to finish it! Thanks for watching. I hope you have many great adventures in your Vinnie Van Go!
Great walk through!
Thank you David!
I like this.
I have some large thermoses
for hot body washes.
Thank you for the very best video I have seen describing all the features of the Solis Pocket.
Please can you confirm the warranties Winnebago provides? I understood from your video the Pocket comes with 5 yrs/100,000 miles power train chassis. Am I correct? Is there any input warranty? If so, how long/miles? Would you please explain what warrenty/s covers?
Is there a spare tire carrier available that can be purchase from Colonial RV?
Could you suggest a portable generator that would have the capability to running AC for 3 to four hours to keep pets comfortable while we go on a hike? Is there a generator that could be run from inside the RV vs running outside? Is an inventor feature a good idea to have?
Any other add on that you may suggest
Thanking you in advance for taking the time to answer my questions.
1. Winnebago offers a 1yr/15,000 mile warranty on the motorhome and Ram offers a 5yr/100,000 mile warranty on their power train.
2. The Ram chassis does not offer a spare tire. However there are options available to you for adding a spare tire to the rear hitch. Also, Ram offers a great kit to help repair a leak with silicone and an electric pump to help you get to a nearby dealer for repairs.
3. If you wanted to run the roof A/C you can consider any portable generator ( such as a Honda 2000,etc.) This would be an exterior use only generator and we are not familiar with any generators that can be run from the inside( sorry). If you are looking for a Solis with a generator maybe you can consider the Solis 59P model
4. The Solis pocket does not come with an inverter supplied by Winnebago. However, we have a full service dept. that can assist with adding one if you choose.
Thank you very much for your time, any further questions please let us know.
- Bobby and the Winnebago sales department
Cool!
Wish they would offer this without that big AC unit on the roof.
Love this
No hot water, no shower, no toilet, $100,000, NO THANK YOU. I would rather buy an SUV and spend the money on hotels.
can you suggest the best generator that works well with this coach??
A Portable Honda 3000 generator would work.
I like it! Are their options for adding a microwave?
This van has no inverter so you would have to have a portable power station like a Jackery 1000 and a cheap microwave under 1,000 watts. Or a bigger power station for a full size microwave.
Beautiful, but an awning and spare tire would be convenient.
If I wanted to use this mostly "off grid"...would it be possible to get the Solis pocket without the rooftop AC unit? That would also free up space for additional solar or alternatively, a second fan for more airflow and ventilation.
It's not possible at the moment to order the Solis Pocket without the roof-mounted AC. It sounds like you would benefit from checking out the Adventure Wagon. Here's a link to our video on it!: czcams.com/video/l5PHKEsaLdc/video.html
I love it, but am i the only one baffled by the exhaust pipe sticking out on the driver side??
Alway a great presentation by Bobby
Thank you!
This seems a little ridiculous. Winnebago really dropped the ball on this one. Poor design.
1) No hot water
2) No generator
3) No shower
4) Propane heat, yesterday's technology, as opposed to a dry heat Webasto heat system.
5) AGM battery system?? Again yesterday's technology. Highly inefficient as opposed to a lite weight, quick charging lithium battery system.
6) No microwave.
7) Day bed is much too short. It should be a minimum of 6 ft. It also doesn't look too comfortable.
I could build a better out a much better camper with hot water, dry heat, and quick charging lithium for half the price. This is a design failure by Winnebago. They need to get a new designer. What's with the doggie gate? This design is short on comfort and long on cheap.
The Solis Pocket is designed as a low priced camper van. If you want the features such as lithium, hot water, and microwave, the Winnebago Travato is a better option.
A brand new Promaster 1500 high roof van is ~$40k, alone! For someone without the means to DIY build, this should go for $75-80k, and is a pretty good starting point.
This meets all our needs. More space for storage is just what we've been waiting for. For our purposes a microwave, hot water, shower. generator, etc, are excessive. If those were needed we'd have bought something else. Love this unit.
Hey, I like the doggie gate!
Do the lounge seats have seat belts?
One does
Thank you for replying.
Is it possible to add one more?
Can the rooftop AC unit be removed easily, for cool weather use and driving efficiency?
Unfortunately not
@@ColonialRV how would someone remove the AC entirely? I would never be hooked up to shore power so AC would be not useful.
What a great presentation! Murphy bed great. I think best for one person. And a fav dog.. no shower: and no TV, cable… soooo, I go to motel and take showers?
Thank you for watching!
Really great description love the layout with the size of van
Thank you Nancy!
Szkoda tylko że po angielsku ,dlaczego nie mapo POLSKU ,wiele by mi pomogło zrozumieć, pozdrawiam z Polski
Nice sized sink… 👍
Excellent walk through.
Thank You Lars!
Do you have the measurement from the front console to the back door? Need to see if this could be used to carry long skinny items. Van could be used as a daily driver/work truck as well. A long ladder for work, or kayaks (cushioned to protect the cabinets etc.)
Good question. From the back doors to the center console is 12 feet. Keep in mind the narrowest part between dinette and galley is 20" wide.
100000 ! i want an inside flush commode and shower!
Anything is possible!
Great job on the video. Had to subscribe. Now, about the camper. I'm a single camper and l want the kind of rig that's designed for ONE person - that's compact - but still has an upscale feel. This doesn't have hot water and the bathroom is a bowl in a box. Yikes. That's the lifestyle of a long haul trucker.
Thank you for subscribing! We genuinely appreciate your support. If you're in need of a bathroom and hot water, I highly recommend considering the Winnebago Solis 59P. It's slightly bigger in size but comes equipped with all the amenities you require.
Oh, ok. Thanks for the response
Looks great, super design but two things don't click. No spare tire and why on earth is the exhaust pipe sticking out the side like that?
Thanks for watching! RVs are built on commercial/work chassis. The Exhaust pipe is not placed on the passenger side because the sliding door entry is there. They don’t put it out the back because the rear doors open and if someone is working and getting tools, or camping, they would be breathing in the fumes.
I like it very nice
All about that waran-tee
They get more options for free - i.e. pull out counter extension
Lots of money for not much. No hot water. No micro. Can you refill the propane take without taking out?
If you wanted to purchase a solar lithium power pack(Patriot, Jackery, etc) could it be charged through connection to rooftop solar?
Can you count the number of times he says “uh” or “um” or whatever he’s saying? Lol loved the video but I made a game out of it while I watched. Forgot my count….
He is very good. I'd like to see you try a video like this!
Can you choose to not have the roof air conditioner to add more solar panels? OR are there enough solar to power everything already? I'm interested in all season boondocking.
Unfortunately an A/C delete is not an option. This has enough solar to run everything except for the air conditioner. There is also additional ports if you wanted to add more solar panels.
I don’t care for the bathroom in the units. I’m glad it doesn’t come with one. Bathrooms take up too much real estate. Also I like that all the hookups are inside the unit rather than outside under flaps and screw caps, giving it more of a stealth look. I wonder if I could get the rear ac removed and install a rear fan instead?
Incredible.
Like the Thor Rize 18 M better, with rear bathroom.
Great presentation!
Thank you for watching!
Does it have apple play or a navigation system? You didn’t mention speakers either. Nice tour.
Nice
Thank you for watching!
It is nice but I feel that with a raise bed and so much wasted space at bottom, they should of done more storage.
The Ram Rize is 100% better in terms of layout and functionality. Anything that has a porta potty or toilet by the kitchen is an auto no go.
Indie van builders are way ahead of the legacy commercial ones.
These look so cold and devoid of any character, and significantly lacking in features.
Indie builders bring a unique touch. But remember, like a blank canvas, our RVs are ready to be filled with your own personality and memories. Plus, they come with warranties and a support network.
What a shame. This is the perfect size that so many people want. No hot water-no proper toilet-no shower. Even the van lifers have figured all this out with custom builds. You would think Winnebago could figure it out. It’s a no go due to those oversights. The cheap plastic toilet is offensive in this price range. No hot water is inexplicable.
Thank you for watching and thank you for your feedback! While everyone has different RV needs, please STAY TUNED to see what RV’s may be on the horizon to meet your specific needs!
Winnebago says the Solis Pocket will start at $95,736 with Gas Prices soaring not sure if 90 plus K is affordable.
I will 90% will use this vehicle for my trip to Fairbanks, Alaska!! :-)
Does the air conditioner run loud or is it quiet thank you
The Pocket uses the Coleman Mach 10 NDQ air conditioner. It is part of Colemans Quiet Series and is quieter than most other air condition units.
Me and the title have a very different opinion of what the word 'affordable' means.
I plan to charge e bike everyday .
Can the battery have that capability?
How tall is that back cargo area under the bed now?
From the floor to bottom of the bed measures 37.5"
Do the driver and passenger seats swivel all the way around or just a little as shown right at the end of this video?
Yes they rotate 180 degrees.
Very nice. Do the front seats swivel around?
Yes, both the driver and passenger seats swivel 180 degrees.
Warrantee?
No shoes on the bed!
Shoe-free zone on the bed from now!
No awning makes this a no go.
No toilet? What’s the point of buying a class B camper van without a toilet?
There are folks that don't need the bathroom. Whether it's short-term traveling or other reasons. But for those who do, check out the regular Solis or any other of our class B van videos.
does the 2022 model have android auto feature in the media screen?
Yes, The 2023 model features Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Check out our video on the Solis 59P and 59PX, they both feature hot water. czcams.com/video/AIWntOAutxc/video.html
Cold water showers???
13:32 so I need to buy an additional propane/gas generator to power the roof AC??
You can power the A/C when plugged in at the campground.