As the years go by, even the campers most resistant to change need to spice things up every once in a while. If you’ve been a staunch tent camper, or if you’re looking for a way to slim down your current RV situation, consider looking into truck campers. Truck campers will give you the perfect combination of comfortable resting space while still letting you travel anywhere you want to go.
The Savings
This is probably the biggest benefit of switching to truck camping because there are a lot of savings to be had. Maybe not so much when compared to tent camping, but it’s a long list when it comes to RV camping in general, so bear with us. The first bit of savings you’ll encounter is the initial price. Truck campers are among the cheapest RVs on the market. When you’re comparing them to some of the extremes, you can shave as much as $100,000 off the overall price.
You’ll also save on maintenance issues. A smaller rig with fewer moving parts means fewer opportunities for something to break. This is especially true if you get a newer model, as these are often built with better materials that last longer.
Fuel efficiency is another cost saver. With less weight to haul, your pickup truck won’t need as much power to roll down the road and overcome headwinds. Thus, you won’t use as much fuel. Plus, if you have any significant property at home, then you can probably store your truck camper in your driveway or in your yard, helping you avoid steep storage unit fees. And this doesn’t even cover the savings on plane tickets and hotels. Overall, it’s going to be a big money-saver.
Versatility
One of the biggest reasons tent campers like truck camping so much is that it offers a little more comfort without forcing you to sacrifice your adventurous spirit. Truck campers can go virtually anywhere your truck can go. If your truck can handle off-road terrain, then your truck camper is going off-road. It also leaves you free to tow other vehicles, like powersports vehicles or other commuter vehicles. Then again, if you need to use your truck, simply remove your camper and roll out.
Even if you decide to go somewhere not so off the beaten path, driving a truck camper around is much easier than driving some of the bigger RVs. There’s no required hitching process and installation is relatively easy. The amount of sway will nearly evaporate and all the additional weight will be supported directly by the truck, rather than getting whipped around behind it.
There are lots of great reasons to choose a truck camper. It certainly won’t be for everyone, but if you’re a camper who doesn’t like to be slowed down, but still wants a warm, comfortable place to sleep and eat, this might just be the RV choice for you. If you’re ready to check out one of our many truck camper options, then stop by Van City RV. We welcome all current and future RV owners to our locations in Las Vegas, NV, Kalispell, MT, St. Louis, MO, & Colorado Springs, CO.
