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There is a long standing and active thread on different canopies. I'm creating this separate one dedicated to tarp usage. Just having returned from a week long trip to Mount Desert Island (Acadia National Park), I do feel that a tarp holds a number of advantages over some of the other options...

Seems to me the front pass through would be pretty secure if you're not moving. Just put it in a case and slide it in and lock the doors.

If the trip is really about maximizing time at Fort Hood, I'd fly. If you plan it somewhat in advance and get decent ticket prices, it would be considerably cheaper than the cost of driving (figuring wear and tear, etc). Doing a quick search on Southwest, you can fly roundtrip Seattle to...

That's rough! Sorry to hear it but glad it worked out well for you in terms of getting a nearly new 560.

Wow! That must be a record! What's the back story in terms of selling so quickly?

Congratulations on achieving this milestone! I look forward to hearing of your adventures in the Northeast. Having a teardrop certainly opens up a lot of areas for me to imagine exploring. It's also nice to be able to change plans spur of the moment. We have reservations next week in Acadia...

Cool Tears April 2015 features Camp Inn. Pages 22-25. https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/c636a2_4d33e65e7ae34a75aaeeb083981a5cb9.pdf Ben H

After weighing multiple options (Toyota 4-runner, Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk and the Subaru Ascent) I honed in on the Ascent. I liked the features of the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk - seems very capable and with good new technology however, I worried about the reliability as well as the...

Hi Jim, Great to hear you got that fixed. What do you mean "after putting it on the bench"? Did you have to go back to the factory? Hopefully you won't need that furnace for several months to come at this point. Ben H

Hi Jenn, There are a number of videos on Youtube that demonstrate how to deploy a tarp. The simplest way I've found is to run a ridge line between 2 trees which will form the high point down the center of the tarp. I usually run it diagonally (rather than down the center of the square like an...

Hi Steve and Karen, It's good to see another "tarper" out here! I haven't tried deploying it by attaching it directly to the teardrop. I've mostly used mine in a "flying wing" configuration which allows me to open the vent during the rain and get outside and stay dry while it's raining...

Hi Lane and Michael, I haven't used one of the gauges but have my doubts about their utility just based on my understanding of the physics of liquid propane storage and usage. Liquid propane only stays a liquid at normal temperatures (ie temperatures we'd camp in) because it is under...

Yes! This is something that Cary spent several minutes on during orientation. There is a pin that has to line up just right and is moved by the door handle. You typically need to move the hand one way or another a fraction of an inch to get the lock to move easily. The other thing he pointed...

Have you considered a "solar generator"? It's really false advertising but that's what they call them. It's a lithium battery back with 120 v, 12v and USB output. Can also jumpstart your car. They can be charged with solar panels, 12v (while running the car) or 120v. I've been pretty happy...

I too have enjoyed living vicariously through your travels Steve and Alea. While few of us would have the stamina to do the biking tours as you all have done, I think most of us would love to hear of life on the road as full-timers. I hope y'all will stay connected with the forum.

It'd be helpful to know how many watts your CPAP pulls in order to do the calculations as to what you need. You might consider purchasing a "killa-watt" energy monitor which will give you a pretty precise reading of the energy consumption...

Could you post some pics of the puck lights in use? I also use accessory lights - I have 4 small but handy lights that I will move between the galley and the cabin or across the campsite using paracord. They're so light and easy to configure. I recommend rechargeable batteries though...

I noticed in another thread someone mention that all of Bear's posts have been deleted. This is a real loss to our community. Does anybody know why or what happened here? Ben

In Maryland - Assateague Island for beautiful beaches and Green Ridge State Forest for solitude (my preference).