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    Posted: 20 Feb 2017 at 9:27am
Hi all!  I finally ordered my RP-179 from Holiday RV in Southfork CO for pickup in June (it will be available in April but hey, schedules happen!).  My wife and I rented one last summer and it was our first trailer camping experience - she LOVED it so that gave me the green light.  We both like to fly fish (have I mentioned how lucky I am?) a lot so most of our trips will be centered on that.  If any of you have advice on how to actually plan 1-3 week vacations, mostly boondocking, I'd be happy for any advice.  I am an experienced tent camper but this will require a different level of planning!

thanks!  dt
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Welcome to the group!! Congrats on your 179!!
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i tried fly fishing before. I'm a catch and release guy though. Problem is, i cant seem to get the flies off the hook without killing them, so i stopped.  heh, welcome 
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I would like to purchase the 180 rpod and pull it with a 2012 Ford Escape. I have the trailer package on the vehicle. Has anyone done this? Has anyone experienced problems in doing this?


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there is one guy that has used an escape as a t.v.  He seemed to think it was ok. Im sure he'll give you some feedback shortly 
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What engine do you have in your 2012 Escape? If you have anything other than the 3L V6 and the factory tow package, then forget about it. See this guide from Ford for details:
http://www.ford.com/resources/ford/general/pdf/towingguides/12FLRVTT_EscapeJul1.pdf

In addition to the trailer tow package, you will need to install a trailer brake controller. The Escape is not pre-wired for this, so you will need to order both the controller and the installation kit. You will be able to tow with the Escape, but you will likely find out that you want something with more power. The 179 and 180 push the top end of the Escape's capabilities. I have a 4L V6 in the Frontier we use now and it has a 6,100 lb tow limit. I find it to be limited, especially at higher elevations. The Escape will be okay at low elevations and relatively mild hills. However, it will be lacking at higher elevations and steeper climbs.
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YODT,   Welcome to another fly fisherman and your wife. Just purchased our 179 last fall, and had one trip before winterizing. My wife also loved it. Am headed out soon for 2-3 weeks of fly fishing and rpodding.
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Originally posted by YODT

Hi all!  I finally ordered my RP-179 from Holiday RV in Southfork CO for pickup in June (it will be available in April but hey, schedules happen!).  My wife and I rented one last summer and it was our first trailer camping experience - she LOVED it so that gave me the green light.  We both like to fly fish (have I mentioned how lucky I am?) a lot so most of our trips will be centered on that.  If any of you have advice on how to actually plan 1-3 week vacations, mostly boondocking, I'd be happy for any advice.  I am an experienced tent camper but this will require a different level of planning!

thanks!  dt


You can rent R-Pods?   Would love to do that.   I've only seen RV's for rent and they are crazy expensive for a 3-4 day rental.  

Congrats on your new purchase.  Look forward to hearing about your travels. 
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We rented from Mike at http://durangorvrentals.com and camped on the Conejos river.
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