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I am glad to hear your travels through the Rockies were enjoyable (save for the brief downpours). Your timing for being in Banff couldn't have been better - Southern Alberta (including Banff) is currently in a state of emergency due to extensive flooding. Kelly

Yup, they are only 30 watts per briefcase but can be daisy chained together for up to 120 watts. As others have indicated, everyone has different priorities. Staying away from a large, cumbersome panel was a priority for me. Kelly

Re: Energy Independence: Goal Zero After much searching, I chose to go with the Goal Zero Escape 30 briefcase. I went with the briefcase model for the following reasons: -you can link up to four briefcases together (120 watts total) -panel folds into a briefcase that has a nice outer...

The frustrations with taking the "solar plunge" only partly relate to the wiring issue. I am well aware that the panel can be tested for suitability before I pull out the carving knife. It will not be my first time playing electrician. This does not change my stance, however, on my wish for...

The border crossing rules are a bit of a mystery. I suspect that the rules vary depending on transferable pests and disease associated with fresh products at various times/regions. But that is likely only partly an explanation - some border crossings simply have a reputation for being...

I am finding the solar issue to be quite frustrating. It shouldn't be a worrisome process to find a customer friendly solar system (with simple plug-in & operate features), but it is. My biggest concern is shelling out a lot of money to buy a solar system, then holding my breath while I find...

Re: Rock Tamer Vendors As an FYI for those Canadian Camp-Inn owners that may be having trouble finding vendors that sell Rock Tamers, Costco carries them - $260.00. The only other place that I found them at were truck specialty outfitting shops (for more $).

I use an RV mat. Most RV dealers carry them and they probably come in a few different sizes. The benefit of these mats is they offer good drainage during wet weather. If I am parking on top of grass cover or gravel, I usually back the trailer over top of the mat just far enough so that I...

I haven't experienced a Camp-Inn sighting during my travels in Canada yet. But I did spot an Alto while I was at Elk Island National Park on the weekend. These teardrops are made in Quebec by Safari Condo. This was actually a teardrop that I had considered prior to ultimately choosing the...

Re: Solar Option Personally, I would like to see Camp-Inn add solar panels to their list of purchase options (maybe offering a couple choices: a soft panel and a built-in). I haven't purchased a solar panel yet and would find it highly worthwhile to be able to purchase a soft panel directly...

Yes, teardrop camping does suit my style of camping and my needs. Like many on this forum, I started out tenting and then transitioned into a 22 foot recreational trailer with every imaginable bell and whistle that was available at that time. The microwave, oven, and shower weren't used after...

Thanks for mentioning the California water blade. I might just look into getting one next year (as my 2011 camping season has come to a close). Kelly

Yeah, Matt, storage is a concern for me too. I wasn't able to swing the trailer purchase and have a garage built as well. Like you, I contemplated storing it at a storage rental facility, but felt the $180.00/month could be put to better use (such as towards the garage I want to have built)...

Now, that's a doozie!

This is fabulous news! Enjoy!

Evan, a "First Night" badge is indeed in order! I spent 3 nights camping in the trailer on the way back to Alberta. All went smoothly with the trip, thanks largely to Cary's thorough orientation. Kelly

This posting is directed to prospective Camp-Inn customers from Canada who are unfamiliar with importing a holiday trailer. Having recently imported my own trailer, the following is a breakdown of the process: 1. When you pick up your travel trailer in the US, Camp-Inn will supply you with a...

Simply beautiful - it brings a "tear" of joy to my eyes. Everyone join in on the count of three . . .

Fabulous! Congrats. :cool: Re: your porta-potti inquiry, you might want to check out a post started by Jim on this - go to [camping] [gear & equipment] and scroll down to his [portable toilet] posting. I found it to be helpful.

Ahh. So the news has been leaked! :D Well, I'm glad you finally burst open the flood gates and told everyone your plans. . . . as for our "pony express" mail system, all I can say is it will test your patience. At one point I was sure the postal service worker delivered it to someone else's...