Travel Trailers
What Is A Travel Trailer?
Originally referred to as “bumper pulls” back in the 1950’s, Travel Trailers are exactly as you would expect them to be. There are many different versions of the Travel Trailer but in basic terms, these are considered to be, fully enclosed, hard-shell trailers in which you can live in for an extended amount of time.
Yes these “bumper pulls” have come a long way since the 1950’s. For one thing, they no longer attach to the bumper mechanism attached to the back of a vehicle. Instead, they are pulled by means of a “Ball & Hitch” which is firmly attached to the frame of a vehicle. There are a variety of “Hitch” systems on the market today. Most all of them allow for a smoother, easy hook up, and are a more secure/safe way to pull a Travel Trailer.
Basic Spec's Of A Travel Trailer
Travel Trailers can range from 13 to 40 feet in length. Still usually 8 feet wide and a standard 10 to 12 feet in height. The fact that these trailers are meant to be lived in for an extended amount of time means that they come fully equipped with all the creature comforts of home. Kitchens with a refrigerator, stove top/oven, microwave, dining and entertainment area, full bathrooms and some come with the ability to hook up a dishwasher and washer/dryer. They even have centralized heating and cooling systems.
With all these creature comforts available, they need to have electricity readily available for use. This is usually provided by most campgrounds but can be provided by having a powerful enough generator. Most Travel Trailers run off a 30-to-50-amp system, which is a pretty standard carrying load for most RVs and Campers. This should be adequate to run most everything you use on a daily basis. Including all the behind-the-scenes equipment, like water pumps, water heaters, and filtration systems if provided.
Travel Trailers also come standard with Fresh, Grey and Black water tanks for easy transport if there are no water or sewage hook ups available at your campsite. Simply fill your Fresh water tank(s) and go. After your camping trip and using the sinks, bathroom and showers, simply pull into a waste disposal dumping station, (basically a septic system that you can hook up to), hook up the designated hoses to their respected ports, turn the valve, and let gravity do the rest.
Lots To Choose From
The Travel Trailer Camping industry has been growing ever since it has started. That is why there are so many different styles, layouts and sizes of Travel Trailers. There are basic trailers which have all the standard amenities, simple floor plans, and affordable furniture and appliances. Then of course, on the other side of the coin are the Travel Trailers which have the top-of-the-line appliances, specialty made-custom furniture, and additional perks like outdoor kitchens and wash areas, lighted and powered entertainment systems, power leveling systems, and multiple slide outs to increase the inside living quarters, WiFi systems, Satellite dish technology, fireplaces, and I’ve even seen some with in-floor radiant heat so your feet don’t get cold when walking around barefoot.
Shop Around. Find Your Style
Most people tend to fall in the In-Between category. So again, there are lots of different options, and floor plans to choose from. The best thing you can do, is take your time and figure out what style camping you and your family would like to do. What amenities you would like to have, and which ones can you live without? Then go shop around. Attend Camper and RV shows when they come to town. Watch YouTube videos. Talk with friends and family members. Heck even start up a conversation with people at the campgrounds. Most people who are camping are more than happy to show off their Travel Trailers and give you the ins and outs of what works, what doesn’t, what is needed, what they wish they had, and what they would have done differently. Sometimes these people are better at selling you on getting a Travel Trailer than most Camper Salespeople.
Thank You For Reading About Travel Trailers.