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The wiring seems the more complex part of the equation. I think it might be beyond the abilities many of us. (It was for me and the 2012 Outback). For the new Subaru Ascent, I ordered the factory installed hitch. Going with a non OEM option would not be so great as the bumper has a removable...

Has anyone seen or heard from Bear since he disappeared from the forum? Hoping he’s doing ok.

It's true that a couple of well positioned trees make it much simpler to string up a tarp. I've got a couple of the Kelty tarp poles (which are pretty $$ but work fairly well). I'm planning to purchase a couple more so that I can pitch the tarp without any trees. Assateague Island is one...

There was a thread a while back addressing this issue. There is a product that will create a dual hitch to allow a bike rack. Here's a link: Dual Hitch w/ bike carrier in use

Sounds like a great trip! How long will y'all be on the road? What type of drying rack is that you're using?

OK, slightly off topic - I want to say what chair I don't like as a public service announcement. I usually like the stuff from REI but their REI Co-op Camp Compact Chair is a real dud. We bought 2 a couple of years ago. After a year or so the seams split - we thought it was a fluke. They did...

I think the tongue box looks great! Having the ability to haul some of those dirtier items outside of the tow vehicle or cabin of the teardrop is a real asset. I deleted the propane and sink from my build but do have the bump out which leaves much less space on the tongue. I'd like to make...

It is with a bit of trepidation that I post a review of this campground only because it is hard enough already to score a site here as things stand. That said, I enjoyed Mount Desert Campground so much that it would be a shame for other "Camp-Inner's" to not be made aware of it if going to the...

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...