Ultimate Rugged Overland Off-Road Grid teardrop Trailer to Escape
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Hey WADZ UP, thanks for the video. Where can one buy a Peregrine awning in Canada?
@@alopandur Cheers! 23zerocanada
@@WADZUP THANK YOU!
@@alopandur Cheers
This is a beautiful trailer and design. Allot of people are complaining about the cost and mentioning how much more you can buy at the price, but they are missing the point that this is rugged overland off road rated. Take a large coachman down a logging road and see what is left of it when you get there. This is a quality product.
The only other types of trailers available in this configuration are all made in Australia and I've seen the prices. They're just as steep and I'm talking in US dollars.
Take a Coachman trailer down a normal road and it will fall apart. I can vouch for that had a Concord 300TS the front cap completely separated from the coach body. A total piece of junk...
@@largol33t1 I guess I don't know what you mean by "configuration," but there are plenty of American outfits making these overland trailers in all price ranges. Word doesn't necessarily spread very fast for the best of them, because they're so busy they never have to advertise. Word gets around and people line up. It's pretty much factory-direct, and you can tell 'em what you want or don't want and they'll make them to order, with all manner of special options, as long as you're clear about what you want. I'm an old-timer, with plenty of gear that's been well-maintained, is in good working order, and I know all its in's and out's. There's a zen to my setup, and it's one of the pleasures of being out there. I already have my camp kitchen and know how to whip something up in a hurry. I don't need a slide-out 2-burner stove. I have a 2-burner stove and the camp table it goes on is no hardship to set up. I don't need a sink. I have my basins. I want the comfort of just being able to stop and hop in bed, plus extra cargo. I don't want any of that stuff, but I DO crave the onboard water and on-demand hot water. It really does make life easier when you don't have to heat water or wait for the sun to heat it. The features I DO want built in are all going to be tucked away, leaving maximum possible cargo compartment when it's all emptied out. You lose that when you insist on a built-in galley. I might want to chuck firewood in there. I might want to load a motorcycle in there in an emergency. I might want to help a friend move! LOL! The possibilities are endless! If money's an object, you can have a basic off-road teardrop that'll pretty much go anywhere your 4x4 can go, for around $5,000 U.S. I think Hiker Trailer is known for well-built starter models for cheap. Overkill Trailers in Bend, Oregon, USA make a killer squaredrop with a slide-out. Fully insulated, 4-season. Colorado Teardrop in Boulder, Colorado, USA is another cool company. Aerospace engineers designed the frame and chassis. But there're a million of these companies all over the place, many with solid reputations.
That Expedition camper set up is exactly what I would go for if it was available in Australia. The increased departure angle and the dropdown cook top is a great solution. Fridge is in a great position. Less of the shiny bits is good. Nice job with these.. 👍🇦🇺
One of my favorite "attention-to-detail" engineering features of this Expedition trailer is the built-in bottle opener in the steps.
Very nice setup, great design and overall craftsmanship and value. Right in the sweet spot.
I'm not a camper, but I did both of these trailers. Excellent design, especially the kitchen and on-demand water heater with 33 gal of on-board water storage. Add some solar panels and it would be perfection.
The side kitchen is under the awning. That’s awesome
Wow! Awesome trailers! Great ideas and use of space. Best I have seen so far!
100% thanks for watching cheers
That is the best small off road camper built. No one else comes close to them.
I'm looking into possibly taking one off road to see how it holds up under our harsh conditions in the BC mountains.
Nice! Keep us updated.
100% I'll let you know if we have something planned in the near future for Off Grid! I'd really love to test one on an adventure! Thanks for watching. P.S how do you currently camp and may I ask how you found my channel. Always interesting hearing how your arrived. Cheers WADZ
This is the absolute best small camper that I have seen to date. In every way. Love that Panda 2
Amazing rigs
A beautiful work of art!
It truly is the craftsmanship is the nicest I've ever seen.
Bring them to Scotland , cool
Great review of two awesome trailers. I too like the first one. The kitchen kills. Skillet
Hey thanks, the back galley is so cool and complete. I love the details and the build quality and how perfect clean looking with the cooking, food grade the tops are. Plus the Bose sound system is a nice touch. I'd love to be able to organize my cooking program and beverage area like this around the fire or barbeque. So perfect, its a mint to invest in but I'd be very happy thats for sure.
Man these guys make awesome stuff!
I really like the outside kitchen function of the Expedition model. I bed it wouldn't be too difficult to have additional flip-up (or down) shelving on the back wall of the pocket that the stove unit tips out of. A good place to toss a few small totes of dishes, pots/pans or food items that may stow away somewhere else in the trailer.
Outside kitchen? In winter? actually at anytime is nonsense. Too much work, running around, juggling pans??? I do that at home, I'm sure not doing that outside at 32 degrees or even 80. As a woman I'm all too familiar with cooking cleaning while the men sit outside to "check on the fire". ya right.
@@roxanngordon8145 Men don't worry about pots and pans juggling around. Being outside is the point of this kind of camping rig. Cooking a good camp meal in a very scenic off grid location is the motivation. It's not your thing and that's respectable. Each to their own.
I like the dual fridge setup. The hot water system is a must if you dont want to stink up the bed area.
Good point , thanks for watching. Are you looking for a trailer, I know I am. P.S How did you find my video just curious.
@@WADZUP the same way people find my videos....KZhead recommended it to me since I like overlanding videos.
@@mixflip cool, nice to hear peoples journey to my channel once in a while. Just noticed how large your channel is. Congradz and thanks for watching.
@@WADZUP keep up the good work and you will be bigger than me someday soon bro. I just film what I like and people find my videos when they research products. I've just been doing it a long time. See you at overland expo west 2020!
@@mixflip thanks buddy and I look forward to it!
Awesome! Trailer but I would love an AC besides having the max fan.
Good video, thanks for sharing!
Didnt know things like this existed. Great review. After watching this, I feel like going off the grid!
You me both! Good for the soul. Thanks for watching mate
That expedition one is kickass
Really nice trailer, definitely one of my top 3, also what makes it even more cool, that is its built in Canada, one day I will buy this forsure
What are your other 2?
yes, please share your others that you are considering
26k is a big bill. I do love the way the builders have expanded the roll of awnings with the wrap-around action. Absolutely a huge deal on those rainy days. Nice kitchen in the Pandu.
It is but I personally fell head over heels on the pando and would be excited to have this unit as my adventure trailer for me and my family. Having your program organized and dialed like the Pando would be amazing not to mention the build quality. Plus it just looks damn cool!
Great invention! I would like one for my Jimny - and dog! Wow!
100% agree. I love being able to have Adventure pre packed and ready to go!
Those trailers are awesome!
I promise you they are better in person. Not joking, these trailers are how I would build a trailer. In my opinion they are one of the best trailers in the world and easily in Canada.
Very nice! 👍
Looks very durable and well made.
Expedition 2.0 the perfect camper ! 👍🏻
Awesome looking camper!! ...I love it, sure wouldn't mine owning one.
Thanks, Let me know if you'd be interested in see more videos of thses trailers.
@@WADZUP ..yes more videos please.
@@hectoralicea3079 I'd like to test one on an Adventure and see if it can endure the punishment!
I think these types of trailers are the coolest things I have ever seen!!! I'm wondering would it be possible to have one in an Rvpark?
Well looks like I might have to build one like that for a challenge, so far it is nice and shiny. Mine will be a bit rough and not so shiny but you will still be able to camp right next to that high end camper for a lot less. WADS UP I do need some solar so we will look thank you
We just ordered an Expedition 2.0 and can’t wait to get it! We do a lot of off roading/camping in the western United States and have some favorite places that require a trailer that can go anywhere. And I’m done sleeping in tents!
Awesome.Great investment into memories and adventure Hopefully I helped with your purchase decision!
WADZ UP Funny enough, it was your discussion on the kitchen that got us thinking about which we liked more. Don’t fault anyone for wanting it in the rear because that’s definitely a sweet set up, but having it on the side just felt right to us. Also, I assume that’s where a lot of the weight savings come in, so that’s was also a deciding factor. Cheers.
I like that Pando!!
Me too! It's a tight program that's for sure.
Hi from Canada, nice Job
Looks sharp as a tack
Just getting lots of great ideas for when I build my own this winter for less than 5K!
Love to see it when it's done. Dont forgot how expensive your time is worth? Awesome that your able thou, what a satisfying project.
Most of the homemade ones are made with overkill material like heavy 3/4 inches plywood and oversized overweight framing you endup with a teardrop that's the same pull weight as a 24 footer factory made ! I've seen a few gifted carpenter built some great ones tough like a covered boat frame to minimize weight and maximize structural integrity ! If your not using a proven plan you have to start from scratch, even more if you want a build in a kitchenette it's a very long tedious and time consuming process ! Good luck ! for me it's the ones who are made like a plane all aluminium are the best long lasting for ever can be pass on to your kids later like heirloom ! If your a welder equipped to work with aluminium that's great !
@@1badpete999 Yeah, I've really been putting a lot of thought and research into this and I think you're right. I've been checking into buying a plain and simple aluminum frame platform trailer to start my project and I would already be over 2k just to get started right! I would like to go with fiberglass but I would still need some type of framework and I know that welding aluminum can be a nightmare if you don't have lots of experience. Then you have to consider all of the wiring systems (12v, AC, solar, lights, pumps, charging systems, controllers etc). And no matter how well thought out my plans are, I'm still going to cut corners because I get stuck on something or I'm just going to make a few mistakes. I think I'm much better off paying an extra 6k - 9k and saving about 500 hours of labor. Also, the factory made camper/trailer will maintain a much higher resale value if I ever decide to sell.
I was at the rally for one day on Saturday, but didn't see myself in your video. I stopped by this guy's booth and looked at his trailers. Very nice indeed - and Canadian made :)
Top, parabéns 👏
Fantastic...It's really cool and looks solid. Great job !!!
Cheers, glad you enjoyed. Let me know if you'd like to see it on one of our adventures being tested in the mountains!
@@WADZUP I would loved too but I am in Europe my friend ;)
@@fotisaiki LOL been thinking of taking the trailer(s) on a camping adventure and testing it and sharing the video and results with subscribers. Cheers from all the way across the world!
@@WADZUP Ohh!! That would be awesome...!!!!!
@@fotisaiki okay, well we are speaking with them. Fingers crossed we can test and truly review their amazing rigs one day!
Love the Pando 2.0
You have good taste, ditto. They are minty but ultimate rugged quality rarely comes for cheap.
Night vision 360degree camera connected to the tv would be frickin awesome in the back country
The best I’ve seen. Do send them to Australia, adapted for our conditions?
How do they compare to The Drifter trailer in Australia?
A lot better, but the spring in axle combo don’t fair well in the outback. We would go independent coil and shock.
@@WADZUP Drifta is no longer making the DOT trailer campers.
Looks like its ready to fly.
super cool trailer
The best type of this kind of trailer I've seen yet. No wood. Insulated walls. Can they customize, like say radiant floor heating from a webasto or other type of diesel heater? Awesome, thks for the upload.
Yes they can customize, that's one of the greatest things about these guys is that the build process is very open and transparent and they are open to some degree on input so your trailer meets all your specific needs.
Nice review thanks
Thank you Sam. Glad you enjoy. Would you like to see me test this trailer offroad?
What an awesome looking couple trailers!
Devils in the details. These guys really did a great job.
They are both Awesome traikers!!!😇😇😇😇
Wait a minute. The introduction says to scape civilization and the trailer has a TV inside 🤣🤣🤣. Humans!
Guy's a great salesman. The man filming said he preferred the Pando but the salesman subtly showed how the expedition is no less either. Haha 👌
Nice review; really nice trailers. I think I would have liked to see inside from inside though. Just to have a good look around. I feel like I am still wondering what it really looks like inside to pan around slowly and see it all. I think I most prefer the trailer you said you liked too; with all the cooking stuff in the back. I would not be looking for the extremes of outback so that extra high departure angle to me is like just a waste of space potential. But all good for their own special reasons. Thank you.
Kassie Dreaneai I like both, and can’t decide. The expedition has more storage volume, slightly larger cabin volume, and looks better, but the Pando is all about the function! If they were same price I’d lean Pando, but I’m not sure the 2k for function is worth sacrificing space for “larger” items
Nice trailer
Those are awesome
Totally, Next level.
Panda 2.0 by far is the best set up.
some of these are so cool and for awhile I was thinking of getting one but the price is just too steep I think they are just pricing themselves right out of business. Just wondering how many they actually sell every year. 29k is more than what I paid for my jeep patriot even though I bought it used, 14k more than my vehicle
notice, no options for air conditioning? I live in the southeast ( Florida)
One of theses trailers are high on my list, Pando or the high angle one. I want a partner stove though! And at least 25 gallons water.
I hear you loud and clear, you have good taste~
I love the smaller one, now if only one could also fit in a nice small propane oven to bake up fresh croissants and medium baguettes in one of these. Now that would be stylin off road.
I'd love to customize one of these trailers during the build process and add some unique features.
There be perfect size for UK roads.
It's the best, is that correct? A Pure Sine Wave Inverter is provided to protect all your on-board equipment - correct?
Super!!!
I would ditch the small fringe at the back and op for more storage or more water, 40 gals would do. Then get rid of that stove and replace it with a Partners Stove or even a Induction cook top with two burners 1800 watts and put that on the counter when needed.
Finally, the North Americans have something to rival the market leading Patriot Campers from Australia! Excellent effort, fellas. 😁
Pretty slick. The sink on the Expedition model faces the fender with no room at all to stand in front of it, you'd have to wash dishes from the side of the sink which would be very uncomfortable. Can the sink be turned around to face the rear?
It could be custom-designed when they build it for you.
I wonder how you run the TV. Batteries? Generator? Cool trailer but out here in the Mojave desert in California, the winds are pretty brutal.
Do they have positive air pressure to prevent dust intrusion?! Really awesome trailer.!!!!
They control dust entry by sealing not pos pressure. Cabin pressurization is an Aussie thing not heavily adopted in North America.
@@WADZUP Interesting... 😮 I haven't even heard about that outside of airplanes. 🤔 Are you meaning some campers in Australia have the Positive Air Pressure thing?
This is the BEST overland mini trailer! I want this!!! Awesome! My Nissan Frontier could easily pull either of these trailers!!! I like the Pando 2.0 too!!!
Leslie O'Brien how much do you think this trailey weighs?
freedom fighter - dry weight 2800-lbs
My depression went away shortly after I moved my van down by the the river and started eating canned beans.
my depression went away when i took a summer off with my "teardrop" type camper. i hit over 20 alpine lakes, 6 rivers & 4 ponds. fished in & caught trout everywhere between oregon to montana. beats sitting at home wishing
depression funny to you!?
You thought I was being funny?
I see a lot of these off road trailers being reviewed on KZhead. But I rarely see one on the trail or in campgrounds. Then I check the prices and I know why.
Build one and see what it costs.
How much is your pondo 2.0 ?and its towable for my honda crv exl?
Great vid and campers. Do they come with A/C?
Cheers Thanks and yes they can as an option
Very nice quality trailers !!
Love the all aluminum... but "starting" at $28k... ouch!
Its not bad considering all that is included plus the no axel feature. If you want a cheaper one with far less options that you'll regret not getting, go with the Hiker trailer. Honestly, all metal construction is the way to go, just like Airstream trailers.
I just walk with a walkingtrailer...tarp, hammock and bivybag. FB kayak cobber Wild camp everywhere I want. Freedom rocks. We all do it different, that's what I like
Kayak Cobber 👍
I was at this event. I keep looking for me and the wife in the background, but no luck so far.
I’m doing some research on campers to live in all year round what is the insulation value and are the water tanks inside the insulation envelop of the trailer to prevent freezing. I live in western N.Y. I’ve seen a couple others that open to the galley on the back my only complaint is winter cooking would be pretty cold. But that can be worked on when the issue comes up.
Great questions, I know that the insulation is a rigid foam but its value I don't know. I've emailed the company and I'll let you know. The water tanks I don't believe is insulation to withstand sub temperatures but I bet you could custom order that modification as well as the insulation upgrade. I'm sure you could put a annex around the galley to keep the snow and rain out and even run a Mr Heater if it was wicked cold.
R10 rated and confirming water tanks are currently not insulated to protect from freezing but you may be able to customize that in the build
I see a hitch on the back of the trailer but with the departure angle I don't think my bike rack would fit.
That departure angle though...
I feel all my tires up with water before I leave that way I have plenty of fresh water
They look Awesome Ken, price is good to, send some to Australia.
Thanks Bella!
So I watched the whole video and read the comments. How about some specs on the "off road" part of this. Sell me on why this is better then all the other run of the mill year drops.
7 months later and no takers? What I thought. Over priced junk for people who want to look cool in the parking lot of the sporting goods store.
Bunch of crybabies on here about the price. You have no idea what it takes to design this and source all the extremely unique materials/ appliances. It is not overpriced for the person who will use it regularly. You will save massive amounts of fuel as well. Fukien beautiful rig.
Well said, I get it, its expensive but ultimate in my experience rarely if ever comes for cheap ! Thanks for watching!
I build campers as my 9-5 job, My employer sells a 16ft with winter insulation and indoor kitchen/bath for less then this overpriced bed on wheels.
MJ P that's because you are likely an uneducated fucktard that builds cookie cutter pieces of shit.
@@starke6666 Hardly... But you think what you want.
@UCsxJHisDtzaFG_eDToVvfPw You want to go off road with a camper?, they make this wonderful new invention called "A TENT". Some of them are quite nice. I promise you that no trailer, camper or otherwise will have a very long service life on any 4x4 trail. Off roading with a camper is like these high end RVs with the slides full kitchens etc. They just scream "Look at me I'm another penny millionaire whole sold my soul to the banker.". And before you call me out,. Just realize that 3/4 of new car loans are sub- prime.
What are the chances I could get my hands on that awning blueprint 😅
Liked that Pando 2.0 until I looked them up and saw the price.....OUCH.
Really like those off-road trailers. But the reality is those much higher prices push me away and makes me turn to a bigger trailer with a similar price or a tent trailer with much less price tag. If the price tag is a little higher than the tent trailer, I bet they will have a much bigger market.
How can i order that one?
Who else wanted to see the tent? 😂
I don't even drink but the price got me drunk. Never drinking again.
How much do they run?
this may be a dumb question but how do the banks look at these for a loan? 30g for a small trailer? Is there good resale value?
They approach them like a recreation vehicle or RV and yes resale is strong.
Love it! But gloss black everything? In the woods and dirt roads? Light matte colors please.
You're in luck they have all sorts of custom wraps to choose from
The glossy finish should clean up really well, but I also prefer the matte colors. These are a beauty either way!
What type of chair @ 10:40. The Green with orange letters
Not sure just noticed it it looks pretty darn cool I might have to go back into my editing tool and zoom in I think there's a logo there.
Looks comfy and well built
@@Renteria54 I'd be confident to bring thses units into the harshest of adventures.
Can a Subaru crosstrek tow this?
I have a 6yo,and a 3yo is there any way to attach hammocks in side?
When you order and during the build phase I'm pretty confident you could custom order some attachment points.
R.I.P. my ear drums.
I can’t see spending 25k for something like this. The 360 degree coupler hitch isn’t even included. That should be standard on an off-road trailer. But this does look like a good quality rig.
Open to suggestions, have you looked at any off road trailers that you'd recommend? Cheers!
@@WADZUP The Boreas XT by "Into the Wild Overland" is very similar in a lot of ways (also no wood) and even has some features I would prefer over the ones made by "Off the Grid". But I think I might still prefer the ones in your video. Hiker trailers is well known but I don't see them as near as rugged as the ones in this video or the Boreas XT.
@@WADZUP How much just for a basic shell
Air conditioning
I have seen many trailers from here on YT but not in person. So with that being said I will have to say that Drifta from Australia has been making some impressive trailers for a few years now but as far as I know they are not available in Canada or the US I believe.
I agree drifta makes a really really nice product
Black series trailer is the best in the state
Can I buy one for use as a coffin?
Nice dark humor Yoda! Its a mint I agree but the build quality is killer. LOL see what I did there.
@@WADZUP - he he. yeah, this looks like a quality camper. Unfortunately, I'm too claustrophobic to use it while living. But I can use it to go out like an Egyptian Pharaoh.
why such a lack for microwave ovens?
Plz stay in ur trailer in camping nd show that video plz
I wonder how many of these people regret spending 26k+ on a glorified teardrop trailer after 1 year.
Ryan Douglas you can get a 27’ coachmen’s Catalina for like half the cost and it’s like 5x the size 😂 never made a bit of sense to me!
I'll let you know, but so far, no regrets. I wonder how many people regret spending $10k on a piece of crap bucket of bolts and balsa wood after 1 year?
@@brentonwelty502 the reason people buy these is to take them into remote locations where your 27' trailer will not go . They are taken up rutted jeep trails, mud holes, steep rocky terrain, etc etc. Completely different clientele. If you dont understand, you never will :) and thats ok because we are all different and have different priorities, thats what makes this world so much fun :)
@@brentonwelty502 Yeah, This may well be true but I think a lot of people who are into the overland 4 wheeling scene dont want to tow that monstrosity around. I also dont think it would hold up to the rigors of off road travel very well. These trailers are aimed at a specific lifestyle. If you listen to Lehtos law on YT you will learn of the huge number of defects in RVs and trailers. He reccomends as a lawyer who makes his practice on auto law and lemon laws to NEVER BUY AN RV. I'd take a solid aluminum and steel trailer any day of the week over a hastily slapped together soon to be leaky trailer.
Brenton Welty because I want to camp in a place where your 27’ trailer can’t go!