Tag: trailer
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Road Trip to Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods, & Gold Belt Scenic Byway
One of our favorite trips was road tripping through Colorado from Kansas City. This 12-day trip took us through Colorado Springs, then up to Canyonlands National Park, Utah, then back through Arizona and New Mexico. We visited Monument Valley and Antelope Canyon, AZ then Chaco Canyon, NM on our way home. Because of this long […]
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Road Trip to Cape Hatteras and Ocracoke Island
As we finalized our packing and preparation, I loaded my Yakima Easy Rider trailer in my “cargo without kayak” configuration. The empty space afforded by leaving the kayak home provides room for three more items, bags, or cargo boxes. For this trip, I added one additional Plano box and a cargo bag. One Roam Adventure […]
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Teardrop Vs. Tent Trailer
A comparison in features, tradeoffs, comfort and convenience Small trailers have a lot in common, but there are pros and cons to selecting an enclosed trailer like a teardrop or choosing an adventure trailer with a roof top tent. An enclosed trailer will offer you more protection from the elements and is generally better than […]
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Can I Camp with my Dog in My Tiny Trailer?
Those of us who have both camping trailers and pets will face this issue when planning a camping trip. This is a complex and often highly emotional topic. I have camped with our dogs in the past, and sometimes left them home. I’ll talk about factors to consider when making this decision. The short […]
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Who is Tent Trailer Camping 101 Written For?
I’m writing to the unique group of adventurous people, of all ages, who enjoy camping for the sake of camping, in small vehicles and trailers, immersed in the outdoor experience. People who travel to reach a destination then camp there, not at a hotel or RV park nearby. I’m also writing to those who want […]
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Everybody Needs a Place to Stand Up
Almost all of us with teardrops, tiny trailers and small tents have one thing in common; our sleeping arrangements are tight and we can’t stand up inside them. Therefore, we need some secondary setup for standing up, seating, changing clothes, porta potty area, etc. Our setup uses an awning shelter that I attach to […]
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Should I Mount My Car Top Tent on Roof or Trailer?
On my home page, I talked about the inconvenience of putting a rooftop tent on top of the car and taking it off after each trip. Once it is on the car, it is super easy popping it up and down while you are camping. The alternative is to mount it on an adventure trailer […]