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Topic: New owner to-be!

Posted By: YODT
Subject: New owner to-be!
Date 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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Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 20 Feb 2017 at 10:35am

Welcome to the group!! Congrats on your 179!!

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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2017 Ford F150
2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk
Previously owned
2015 Rpod 179
2010 Rpod 171

Posted By: mjlrpod
Date Posted: 20 Feb 2017 at 10:53am

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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2017.5 Rp-172
2020 R-pod 195
2015 Frontier sv 4.0L 6cyl
I'll be rpodding

Posted By: Bobr
Date Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 6:13pm

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?

Thank you

Posted By: mjlrpod
Date Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 6:35pm

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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2017.5 Rp-172
2020 R-pod 195
2015 Frontier sv 4.0L 6cyl
I'll be rpodding

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 8:36pm

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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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: Ira
Date Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 8:58pm

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.

Posted By: Bobr
Date Posted: 21 Feb 2017 at 10:58pm

Thanks

Posted By: Neserk
Date Posted: 26 Feb 2017 at 5:57pm

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.

Posted By: YODT
Date Posted: 26 Feb 2017 at 7:12pm

We rented from Mike at http://durangorvrentals.com and camped on the Conejos river.

Posted By: Neserk
Date Posted: 26 Feb 2017 at 7:29pm

Originally posted by YODT

We rented from Mike at http://durangorvrentals.com and camped on the Conejos river.

Thank you! I found a site called "RV Share" and sure enough, you can find people who rent their travel trailers, and at a reasonable rate! I did some searching and found an R-Pod for rent, too. Definitely want to take one camping as rental, first!

Posted By: YODT
Date Posted: 16 Jun 2017 at 9:05am

Well, I officially own a new 179! Brought it home to Texas last weekend after a few nights backpacking in southern Colorado. It's just sitting in the backyard, staring at me, waiting for adventure. I'll start some basic mods tomorrow if I can get over the fear of breaking or permanently marring something. Then in July the first trip with my wife & dog. Can't wait - thanks to all for the many helpful and creative posts, I have learned so much! But there's no teacher like experience...

Posted By: GlueGuy
Date Posted: 16 Jun 2017 at 10:21am

Congratulations! We made the plunge last year (we also have a 179), and we are on tap to do a trip starting tomorrow.

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bp
2017 R-Pod 179 Hood River
2015 Ford F150 SuperCrew 4WD 3.5L Ecoboost