First thing I noticed is they should make that top bunk a "move bunk, get out the way" like in the AIM 15bh, that way you could use the bottom bunk as additional seating.
This is PERFECT for me in every way as a Sister on the Fly solo camper with the occasional grandchild!! Perfect weight for my Nissan Pathfinder that I pulled a Wolf Pup Limited Edition 16bhs with previously, and this little Aim is overflowing with storage inside & out! I'm in a teardrop now for easy get up & go weekend trips, but need something a little larger for 3 mo travel this summer. This Aim may fit the bill - except the single axle. I hope to see it in person at the Jacksonville Mega RV Show in Feb. I'm so grateful to you, Josh, for bringing TT's in all shapes & sizes to my living room & pointing out the good, bad, road mode, and the Nerd Herd's feedback that I'd never have known about otherwise!! Keep nerding on!! God bless!
This camper is perfect for getting back to the basics of life. Reminds me as a kid we would go camping and be outside all day until it was time for bed
I think there can be such a chase for interior features you forget that camping is about being outside. I hate sitting in my camper all day, I can do that at home.
I have had people say to me while camping "you are never even in your camper". I always think "yeah I am camping and camping = outdoor adventures" but love their is a nice place to come back to and rest/sleep.
If I was single I would totally go for this one to take my grandkids out with me . I love the griddle slide. The fridge is awesome 👏 Very cute and functional!!! Thank you Josh!! You are the best!👍
I don't think this one is quite what I am looking for, but love seeing small campers like this. It's great to see options for people with mid size trucks.
8:25 - not only was the channel originally Josh @ Haylett, but if you were watching way back you'll remember when Josh didn't fully settle into his "nerd" status and would talk exclusively behind the camera and had a gold bracelet on the hand he would use to point things out. I feel I have to drop that reference every year or so 😆. In all seriousness, love how the channel has grown over the many years I've been watching, and related to this video, really liking how out of the box Imagine is with most of their plans.
I like it, and yes, I like the bar vs. dinette. I agree with other comments about being able to lift the upper bunk.i also I think there should be a small window in the upper bunk as well ... I do like it though ! Great for a solo and furbaby
Cute! I like! Bunks would work great for our little Yorkie & all her supplies. And also great for 1 or 2 grandkids staying over a night. (Plus, easy place for our usual clutter accumulation when we travel. 😂😂😂
I like this one. With kids, im always looking for more sleeping, but we also play board games and dont have a big truck. This looks almost perfect for us. Thanks josh!
The bunks are awesome, but waaaaaaaay to close to the murphy bed. I love the bar/counter overlooking the window. Yes, to the shower beers and Happy New Year to Josh and all RV Nerd Herd!
Grand Design does a fantastic job with regards to inside storage and this one is no exception. Only thing I'd like to see is a larger fridge, maybe 8 or 10 cubic feet and also make it a double axle trailer.
Well, this is different, but I like it. The kitchen and bathroom set ups are great examples of using space efficiently. I love breakfast bars, and having a great view right out that window instead of down the rest of the RV makes it even better. Add a comfortable chair and I could work at it. The charger is a very nice touch. The hide-a-sink and covered fore and aft stove give all the prep space you need, and that pocket at the end can fit a coffeemaker and toaster with room to spare. The bottom drawer freezer on the fridge is ergonomic. I'd probably wind up using the kitchen sink instead of the flip down in the bathroom, but it's nice to have and doesn't get in the way. Shower is cramped but if I can stand up I can live with it. The sleeping arrangements are what's really interesting. Single parent with kids is probably the best scenario for this, or a couple that really likes to cuddle. As a solo camper, I could use the bunks as storage space most of the time, especially the top bunk. I would also consider leaving the murphy bed up and sleeping on the bottom bunk, especially since bendy beds tend not to be the most comfortable and I don't sprawl while I'm sleeping, so I can get by. A way to raise or remove the top bunk, at least to the point I could sit up, would make this even more flexible. Outside, the spray port is good to have, and I'm glad there's still one on the sewer side. You hope you don't need it, but when you do, it's a lifesaver. Slide in outdoor grills fall under 'would be nice' on my list of priorities. The full pass through storage is higher. That rubber flooring on the slide storage is a nice touch. Mildew and mold under your pillow is not happy making. Overall, this fits a lot into a little trailer. High clearance and solar in something a SUV can tow make this great for boondocking, especially in parks that put severe limits on how big a trailer you can take into them.
Idea for a single, put a good mattress for the bottom bunk, raise the top bunk if desired and make it shelving. Replace the murphy bed with a desk or other office stuff if you use the dining area as a desk, and you've got an office you can live in.
I like it...👍 I would be using it as a solo camper. So, I wouldn't be using the murphy bed. I would just use the lower bunk bed to sleep and the top bunk for storage. And, you know what I'm going to say, Josh, I wish they didn't put the window at the head of the bottom bunk...😢. Love the blackout roller shades on the bunks...💕 Love the desk/dinette/kitchen prep space...🥰. Wish it had a regular size kitchen sink with a standard kitchen faucet...🤞 Love all the storage throughout the camper. Love the rectangle shower with the nautilus door...👏 The weird flip up bathroom sink is fine. Would definitely need some sort of added storage in the bathroom corner...🤔 Good outside storage for how small it is, and LOVE that it come with a griddle/station...😍
I love this little camper. Great for a small family. We spent a good hour looking at this one back at the Hershey show. I agree with some of the other comments to improve the design: 1. Make the upper bunk fold either up or down so that the bottom bunk could be a lounge seat. Gives even more flexibility of just the parents go camping. 2. Needs a slightly bigger fridge for the family and would like to see the xls kitchen sink and faucet brought over. 3. Consider making the counter top all one continuous height. For us, we would use the left of the sink for a drain board but the counter falls off. 4. I’d raise the bathroom window closer to the ceiling and use the space below for some sort of storage situation. 5. The new interior light strips triggered my wife’s headache after just a few moments in the trailer and she is not overly sensitive either. Maybe consider trying something else? 6. Finally, should the roof access ladder be lined up directly over the hitch? Maybe I’m wrong, but it seems like that might interfere with a bike rack or whatever you might use it for.
So cool. Love this one. And I don't feel anyone who says "no way am I sleeping right on top of my kids like that"...probably are not the cool parents who wd even take their kids camping. Plus, bunks are great for pets too not just kids or guests. So this is an awesome single/or couples camper. And I know sometimes you just need a little resting area so if the bed is up then you still have the bunks. Plus great for bags or large backpacks. They nailed this one in my book and the outside storage is AWESOME. Thanks for showing this one.
This is a cool little trailer. And you're right about being able to flex those bunks into storage. You'd want to put one of those like flexi-nets over it but I could see that. This thing is packaged up really nicely.
OK, yes, to making the top bunk a lift up so you could use the bottom for seating or storage of an e-bike. I know I always say that but I love my e-bike ! Why can’t we have a wall oven/microwave/Convection? Remember the old wall ovens that were built into the cabinetry? It was waist high and you could just pull the food straight out. I find microwaves, up high and down low make it very easy to spill hot food. Ouch!! Last, I hate that sink in the kitchen with the glass top. You know that’s not a very big sink, and if you’ve got four people in there and their dishes, yuck! I don’t know if that was cheaper or what. Thanks for the video Josh😊😊😊
Imagine's kitchen design is AWESOME! The stove + convection microwave combo and the fridge with the bottom freezer drawer is 100% THE BEST! If I were to make a suggestion: to make use of that corner space under the counter (Between the fridge and microwave), a Lazy Susan style cabinet would be perfect!
I love this layout especially for those of us with colorados, rangers or Tacoma’s. Family of 4 could easily fit in this. This layout might’ve just became one of my favorite for when our families time for a camper comes.
For a small camper it’s great. Some suggestions to make it better 1. Add a mesh on top bunk to have the option of using it as storage. Change the color of the black roller shade on top bunk to match decor 2. Provide option for cabinets on top bunk. 3. Provide option to remove both bunks and make it into storage 4. For option 3 of storage you could add washer/dryer as well. The water hookup is not far since the water connections from the pass through storage are there. Would be awesome to have a W/D in under 20 foot !
I really like the front bunks! Don’t care for the Murphy Bed. I could do without it. Don’t care for any microwave/convection oven down low like that. Would probably be better with dual axles. Really interesting little trailer!
Great storage for such a small trailer. Love the breakfast bar with the big window. I would change out the stools for something better. I'm not sure about the lights. I like the dimmer, wish our 22MLE had that, but the bar doesn't grab me. I'd prefer armrests on both ends of the sofa. I'm generally not a fan of folding sinks since they tend to be over the toilet and I think it is better to leave them out. However the way they did it in this trailer it works and is a plus rather than a minus. I like the large pass through door. You usually don't see those on small trailers. I don't like the spare tire mount under the trailer. I have never had a flat tire on a dry day and the last thing I want to do is crawl around in the mud to get to the tire.
OMG! I love it! They fit so much in such a small space and did unlike anyone else, and in a good way. When you show a removable table in front of the Murphy bed/sofa, but you didn’t show it in the video itself. Would’ve liked to see it but no biggie. One request for Grand Design: can we get a window for the top bunk? I didn’t see anything on the outside indicating it would be a problem. Other than that, I wouldn’t change a thing. 👍👍
My wife agree's this may be the camper for us. We have a midsize truck rated at 1534 pounds. payload and 7500 towing. with the under 20 ft length, I think this is a perfect combination. We won't be using the bunks as bed, but will turn them into additional storage. Top bunk for holding totes and clothes, and bottom bunk maybe for a folding bike. Although not using bunks as bed, I think there should have been a top window for ventilation, even if it was very small. The only other concern is the folding sink in bathroom, not because it folds, just wondering where to put hand soap, toothbrushes and other bathroom junk.
Really interesting layout. Like the bunks. I would kinda prefer a really nice couch that could fold out to a bed rather than the Murphy be. That would push the could back into the slide further. Does the lighting seem a little dim or is that just how it looks in video?
This is a super coo unitl! I'd even like to see this done in the same way, but maybe even a foot or two longer. This floorpan is a great jumping off point for some new, future floorpans. The video footage of the stools over near the bathroom door, make it appear as if the stools are in the corner, cowering in fear of you. 😅
This is also really suited for a single's tiny home. I'm left handed and the only issue for me is if the sink is up against a left wall. This has the shower to the left so there's plenty of elbow room. I like the folding sink. That was a good idea. I love everything about this little camper. There is so much space and storage in a compact size. Thanks for the tour!
Not sure how i missed this one.. Great smaller sized RV with some great looking features and quality build. it would be great for a short weekend and maybe I can tow it with my existing truck that has a 5000 lb max tow capacity. Happy Camping from your Westchester County, NY Nerd Herd Fan! Woah, i can't do contacts! Yikes!
Interesting. I love the light beams. I always prefer an oven, but do like to see the convection microwave is standard. Personally, I would like to see a window for the top bunk. Pretty neat floor plan.
This is a cute little family camper👍although I think couples would benefit greatly from the combination of a murphy bed plus theater seating in the 17MKE💥but it was disappointing to see so many entry level features not found in other Grand Design RVs😢
Bathroom sink reminds me of a fold down desk. lol. no one in the zoom room, needs to know that your cool little „camping office/cubicle” doubles as the loo 😅
I'm always stoked to see a truly original design and this is definitely that. And pointing out that the bunks aren't necessarily for kids is spot on. I could see this as a solo camper and use a bunk for storage, a bunk for overnighter's or short trips and the murphy maybe for longer stays.
I love this, it's exactly what I'm looking for. Don't need the Murphy bed, hope it can be replaced with a regular couch. Is there a ladder for the top bunk? Just love it❤
I actually like this very much. Needs a ladder for the top bunk. I do not like that air fryer microwave at all. Bummer and deal-breaker for me. Great floor plan. Great storage. I'm super short. No issues. Lol. Great counter space!! Love it. Wish Jayco made one like this.
This would be perfect without the slide and the Murphy bed. I'm looking for a couples camper that uses functional adult sized bunks instead of twin beds and also has the dining bar instead of a dinette. That saves a lot of space.
I actually like the idea that they don't completely purpose every inch of space. Areas of open counter tops, the bunk areas, etc. offer the ability to do some customization. The unit is very unique--it offers a little bit of privacy in tight quarters if people don't want to share a bed and don't want a dedicated bed taking up floor space. When people say they would buy it if it had a queen bed in place of the bunks, etc. they are missing the point--floor plans like that are common. We have looked and looked for something like this, and something that we can pull with a 4Runner in our case, and not have to climb over each other or our dogs. This unit offers a lot of open floor space for the size and dimensions of the rig, a lot of storage, especially underneath, and some alternative sleeping options. So guess I am a fan! They need a way to secure the bar chairs (love the bar!), however. Stuffing them down the back of the Murphy Bed or whatever does not appeal. I don't quite understand the reference to a "bendy" bed. When you said that I thought oh no, it has the dreaded jackknife couch which we hate to sleep on. Or a futon. But the bed seems to simply tip down and looked pretty flat to me. Hope the mattress is ok? That is one thing I don't feel travel trailer manufacturers think about. Where is this unit located?
So if they offer Murphy bed/slide models with and without bunks, wouldn't it be nice if they offered that bunk floor plan without the slide/bed.. just the flip over couch? For single travelers or weekend Dads who could put a child in the top bunk and/or one on the couch for the night. It's hard to tell, but it looks as if there is room for the couch and that side shelf/cabinet area with no slide. Wouldn't it also reduce the weight allowing more storage capacity? Might reduce the price, too. Thoughts? (since you got to walk in it and we just get your wonderful videos) I love the dining bar instead of the larger booth. In fact, I love everything except the Murphey/slide.
Have to admit watched this with sound off so maybe mentioned. How about moving slide next to bathroom and put appropriate cabinet on right between bunks and bed. Realize it is 20 feet but it would provide for a bit less coziness and more separation. Also there might be a play to move push out to back and bathroom in middle and fridge in front across from door. That seems ideal.
I don't blame you for muting me. My wife is jealous she cannot do the same lol They have a tandem axle version of this that's kinda on steroids with a private bed slide off that rear corner/driver's side. It sounds super similar to what you're describing
I would much rather have a hot/cold outside shower over the cold only sprayer. A flip up top bunk would be great. Maybe curtains instead of the bunk blinds for better air flow.
Very impressive design. But for anything other than small kids in bunks, would be a problem for bunk sleepers to get to and from bunks with Murphy bed down
I wish this one still had double axles & that the top bunk could be stowed for more headroom on the lower bunk either to sit or sleep someone a bit taller. I also wish the sprayer by the grill was hot & cold so I can do my dishes outside. Lastly, a top quality sofa bed in the slide might be better than an uncomfortable Murphy bed & so-so couch.
Well done Grand Design! I would want this a little longer but no more then 25ft so we can have tandem axels. Also, could we get a wall between the bunks and the rest of the unit to have a chance at privacy for changing clothes? Also a power outlet and folding shelf in the slide would be nice for us cpap folks. Please tack on ASB for these units or at least make it a dealership option.
Something that small...rather give up the bathroom floor vent for better head room in the shower. As someone who is 6'4", every little bit I can skim off to be able to fit, is nice. Granted, I am used to hanging off mattresses anyways since I am a stomach sleeper, so that part doesn't bother me. If I was a Solo camper, I think I might take both bunk mattresses out and use those for storage/wardrobe space. Put some bungie netting on some 3M hooks across those spaces. Use the bottom one like a laundry hamper storage, make use of the window there for venting and the shade to keep the 'mess' hidden. Perhaps a solution for left handers for the bathroom is a curtain along the wall, extend it far enough along the wall so that even elbow usage wont expose to much of a view. Shorter solo travelers might think about leaving the murphy up and using the lower bunk for sleeping of course as well.
Now this one is Taco truck friendly!!!! I really like this model but not a fan of bunks so I would love to see 14MS I think you said. Anyway will Bish.s have this at the Richmond store? It will probably be a minute before I can buy but I would still like to see it in person.
Great review of this unit. Grand Design layouts are unique from many of the competitors, which gives consumers a variety of options. I am looking for travel trailer under 22 feet with bunks for my family of four with no slide outs. This unit makes me want to reconsider the slide out. Would you ever do comparison reviews of different units that would be market to the same consumer group?
LOVE the floorplan creativity here, but too many negatives. Kitchen should not have a fold-down faucet if the bathroom does. Upper bunk should fold up. In general, i have to accuse Grand Design of cheaping out on too many things here. Tires, stabilizers, fart fans, no bumper, no slam latches, and for the love of Pete, the Schwintek slide system. I expect more from an upper tier brand. I get that this isn't their top line, but they should be treating the Aim series the way Rockwood treats Geo Pro, and the way Winnebago treats the mini winnies. Instead they cut features. My frustration stems from liking this enough that I'd consider buying it, but too many misses. Sorry for the honest feedback Josh, but very much appreciate another great video!
I love this camper! I love how It has a breakfast bar looking out the window. And not at the other guy's campsite! My my Kia telluride can tow five thousand pounds max. Do you think we could pull this camper?
Ok thank you. We like the wolf pup 16bhs as well. Or any other small camper with bunks you could recommend. We'll come see you from Massachusetts when we're ready!
I need a small trailer. I like the bar instead of a dinette. Could you have a cassette toilet ? Lower bunk could be used for more seating if the top bunk could lift up. I’m interested
The cabinets in there are beautiful. I still hate the Murphy beds with the mattress showing at the top. If you're going to "hide the bed," then hide the dang bed.
odd floorplan, but i like it, i myself would probably turn the top bunk in to storage of some sort, could even add shelves and/or cabinet doors if wanted to it looks like, keep the bottom bunk as it is, can be a place to toss things, pets to hang out on, or sleep on yourself in travel stops... ok so you cant use the couch with slide in either obviously, no problem, you got stools right there if dont store behind bed, can still sit there and eat etc. and relax a bit too if you were to invest in a nicer more chair like barstool or two,, kind you see around casino table games or higher end bars, bigger than ones that come with it, but 2 fit perfect in same spot as 3 now, secure them with straps or bungie cords whatever, not hard either, everything else you can use fine.
First thing I noticed is they should make that top bunk a "move bunk, get out the way" like in the AIM 15bh, that way you could use the bottom bunk as additional seating.
@@Erin-Thoryes it would still be needed, because I would use that as my full-time couch and leave my bed down during the day
That would be great
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If the bottom bunk were a queen... I would buy it... No questions asked.
This is PERFECT for me in every way as a Sister on the Fly solo camper with the occasional grandchild!! Perfect weight for my Nissan Pathfinder that I pulled a Wolf Pup Limited Edition 16bhs with previously, and this little Aim is overflowing with storage inside & out! I'm in a teardrop now for easy get up & go weekend trips, but need something a little larger for 3 mo travel this summer. This Aim may fit the bill - except the single axle. I hope to see it in person at the Jacksonville Mega RV Show in Feb.
I'm so grateful to you, Josh, for bringing TT's in all shapes & sizes to my living room & pointing out the good, bad, road mode, and the Nerd Herd's feedback that I'd never have known about otherwise!! Keep nerding on!! God bless!
Man It's my pleasure. Safe travels!
This camper is perfect for getting back to the basics of life. Reminds me as a kid we would go camping and be outside all day until it was time for bed
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I think there can be such a chase for interior features you forget that camping is about being outside. I hate sitting in my camper all day, I can do that at home.
I have had people say to me while camping "you are never even in your camper". I always think "yeah I am camping and camping = outdoor adventures" but love their is a nice place to come back to and rest/sleep.
My big dog would love that bottom bunk and my kid could have the top. Love it!💜
Single father here. You explained it perfectly and this is exactly the sleeping features I was looking for. Small. Bunks. Big bed for pappa
Make those memories!
If I was single I would totally go for this one to take my grandkids out with me . I love the griddle slide. The fridge is awesome 👏
Very cute and functional!!!
Thank you Josh!! You are the best!👍
It's so good!
Wow.... I just found my fishing/hunting trailer to pull behind my Ram Power Wagon!
Hope you enjoy it!
That’s exactly what I thought
I don't think this one is quite what I am looking for, but love seeing small campers like this. It's great to see options for people with mid size trucks.
Check out the EAST to West 1600MRB - my wife and I just got one back in Aug. 23 and love it!
8:25 - not only was the channel originally Josh @ Haylett, but if you were watching way back you'll remember when Josh didn't fully settle into his "nerd" status and would talk exclusively behind the camera and had a gold bracelet on the hand he would use to point things out. I feel I have to drop that reference every year or so 😆. In all seriousness, love how the channel has grown over the many years I've been watching, and related to this video, really liking how out of the box Imagine is with most of their plans.
Wow.. you really have been watching for a while
Man! I had completely forgotten about all that. I remember the Josh at Haylett RV days. Good times.
I like it, and yes, I like the bar vs. dinette. I agree with other comments about being able to lift the upper bunk.i also I think there should be a small window in the upper bunk as well ... I do like it though ! Great for a solo and furbaby
Right on
Cute! I like! Bunks would work great for our little Yorkie & all her supplies. And also great for 1 or 2 grandkids staying over a night. (Plus, easy place for our usual clutter accumulation when we travel. 😂😂😂
We had a couple Yorkies!
I like this one. With kids, im always looking for more sleeping, but we also play board games and dont have a big truck. This looks almost perfect for us. Thanks josh!
Thank you 🤗
That is a pretty cool cute little TT and it has a coffee bar! A heck of a lot better than Van life.
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I love it. As a single parent years ago this would have been ideal.
I could see that
This is a great informational video with humor. Thanks for your video talent editing, etc. You're one of the first videos to start my day.
Wow, thank you!☺️
Love how much variation there is in all the RVs available, given that there are a lot of similarities because of human necessities.
Love this! Family of 5 here. If we didn’t just buy (used) this would have been in the running for new.
What did you get?
I like the dining bar seating in front of the window
I do too Ty
I am loving all the new floor plans we’ve never seen. Thanks for the info! The funny freeze frames are a hilarious touch! 😅
Glad you like them!
Luv it best yet for me.Shower is more like an insert.No rotting walls.Plenty of cupboards and drawers
A nice addition to the AIM family. It's cute, light, and can do a lot.
We agree!
Very well thought out use of space.
Agreed! Very creative
That is perfect except would love to see it with no slide, and lounge chairs/sofa where that Murphy bed is. Would buy that today with those changes.
Someone else said the literal same thing for changes
Interesting..
Not every couple is a couple!@@JoshtheRVNerd
The bunks are awesome, but waaaaaaaay to close to the murphy bed. I love the bar/counter overlooking the window. Yes, to the shower beers and Happy New Year to Josh and all RV Nerd Herd!
Grand Design does a fantastic job with regards to inside storage and this one is no exception. Only thing I'd like to see is a larger fridge, maybe 8 or 10 cubic feet and also make it a double axle trailer.
They make an XLS tandem axle of this now btw
I really like this especially after seeing that there was a sink in the bathroom.
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Well, this is different, but I like it. The kitchen and bathroom set ups are great examples of using space efficiently. I love breakfast bars, and having a great view right out that window instead of down the rest of the RV makes it even better. Add a comfortable chair and I could work at it. The charger is a very nice touch.
The hide-a-sink and covered fore and aft stove give all the prep space you need, and that pocket at the end can fit a coffeemaker and toaster with room to spare. The bottom drawer freezer on the fridge is ergonomic. I'd probably wind up using the kitchen sink instead of the flip down in the bathroom, but it's nice to have and doesn't get in the way. Shower is cramped but if I can stand up I can live with it.
The sleeping arrangements are what's really interesting. Single parent with kids is probably the best scenario for this, or a couple that really likes to cuddle. As a solo camper, I could use the bunks as storage space most of the time, especially the top bunk. I would also consider leaving the murphy bed up and sleeping on the bottom bunk, especially since bendy beds tend not to be the most comfortable and I don't sprawl while I'm sleeping, so I can get by. A way to raise or remove the top bunk, at least to the point I could sit up, would make this even more flexible.
Outside, the spray port is good to have, and I'm glad there's still one on the sewer side. You hope you don't need it, but when you do, it's a lifesaver. Slide in outdoor grills fall under 'would be nice' on my list of priorities. The full pass through storage is higher. That rubber flooring on the slide storage is a nice touch. Mildew and mold under your pillow is not happy making.
Overall, this fits a lot into a little trailer. High clearance and solar in something a SUV can tow make this great for boondocking, especially in parks that put severe limits on how big a trailer you can take into them.
Agreed, very nice. And that cubby/nook by the bed is clutch.
Thank you for sharing
Idea for a single, put a good mattress for the bottom bunk, raise the top bunk if desired and make it shelving. Replace the murphy bed with a desk or other office stuff if you use the dining area as a desk, and you've got an office you can live in.
Interesting idea!
I like it...👍
I would be using it as a solo camper. So, I wouldn't be using the murphy bed. I would just use the lower bunk bed to sleep and the top bunk for storage. And, you know what I'm going to say, Josh, I wish they didn't put the window at the head of the bottom bunk...😢.
Love the blackout roller shades on the bunks...💕
Love the desk/dinette/kitchen prep space...🥰.
Wish it had a regular size kitchen sink with a standard kitchen faucet...🤞
Love all the storage throughout the camper.
Love the rectangle shower with the nautilus door...👏
The weird flip up bathroom sink is fine. Would definitely need some sort of added storage in the bathroom corner...🤔
Good outside storage for how small it is, and LOVE that it come with a griddle/station...😍
Ty Christine!
I love this little camper. Great for a small family. We spent a good hour looking at this one back at the Hershey show. I agree with some of the other comments to improve the design:
1. Make the upper bunk fold either up or down so that the bottom bunk could be a lounge seat. Gives even more flexibility of just the parents go camping.
2. Needs a slightly bigger fridge for the family and would like to see the xls kitchen sink and faucet brought over.
3. Consider making the counter top all one continuous height. For us, we would use the left of the sink for a drain board but the counter falls off.
4. I’d raise the bathroom window closer to the ceiling and use the space below for some sort of storage situation.
5. The new interior light strips triggered my wife’s headache after just a few moments in the trailer and she is not overly sensitive either. Maybe consider trying something else?
6. Finally, should the roof access ladder be lined up directly over the hitch? Maybe I’m wrong, but it seems like that might interfere with a bike rack or whatever you might use it for.
This is awesome feedback. Ty for taking the time!!
Thank you for all your hard work! The family and I love your informative (and funny) videos! Keep up the good work 😊
This is the camper that checks all my boxes needed for me and the pets. Perfect. You also have a great sale price on this one too.
Thank you! We try 😊
So cool. Love this one. And I don't feel anyone who says "no way am I sleeping right on top of my kids like that"...probably are not the cool parents who wd even take their kids camping. Plus, bunks are great for pets too not just kids or guests. So this is an awesome single/or couples camper. And I know sometimes you just need a little resting area so if the bed is up then you still have the bunks. Plus great for bags or large backpacks. They nailed this one in my book and the outside storage is AWESOME. Thanks for showing this one.
My pleasure! I think it’s a great option
This is a cool little trailer. And you're right about being able to flex those bunks into storage. You'd want to put one of those like flexi-nets over it but I could see that. This thing is packaged up really nicely.
OK, yes, to making the top bunk a lift up so you could use the bottom for seating or storage of an e-bike. I know I always say that but I love my e-bike ! Why can’t we have a wall oven/microwave/Convection? Remember the old wall ovens that were built into the cabinetry? It was waist high and you could just pull the food straight out. I find microwaves, up high and down low make it very easy to spill hot food. Ouch!! Last, I hate that sink in the kitchen with the glass top. You know that’s not a very big sink, and if you’ve got four people in there and their dishes, yuck! I don’t know if that was cheaper or what. Thanks for the video Josh😊😊😊
I do remember those mid-level ovens! They were perfect 😍
I 100% agree about the sink! There are so many other sinks that could be put in with a separate faucet that would be so much better
Great layout and I think there will be van lifers tempted with this layout. The table will also make a great work station for solo travelers.
Great idea!
Imagine's kitchen design is AWESOME! The stove + convection microwave combo and the fridge with the bottom freezer drawer is 100% THE BEST!
If I were to make a suggestion: to make use of that corner space under the counter (Between the fridge and microwave), a Lazy Susan style cabinet would be perfect!
I could see that..
It's a nice camper. I would like a larger ref. We would use the bunk space for storage
Ty!
Single Mom here and yes I agree this is almost a perfect option for my girls and I!
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Outstanding!
Thank you! Cheers!
I love this one. I believe that it would fit our family’s needs perfectly as a first time camping family.
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I love this layout especially for those of us with colorados, rangers or Tacoma’s. Family of 4 could easily fit in this. This layout might’ve just became one of my favorite for when our families time for a camper comes.
Then there’s people like me with a Maverick who still can’t tow it lol
For a small camper it’s great. Some suggestions to make it better
1. Add a mesh on top bunk to have the option of using it as storage. Change the color of the black roller shade on top bunk to match decor
2. Provide option for cabinets on top bunk.
3. Provide option to remove both bunks and make it into storage
4. For option 3 of storage you could add washer/dryer as well. The water hookup is not far since the water connections from the pass through storage are there. Would be awesome to have a W/D in under 20 foot !
I like those ideas..
What an interesting floor plan. We would use the front bunks for storage and for the dog (she's a princess). Love the breakfast bar.
I get it. My dog is a dude and somehow still a princess
Thanks for the review Josh. Love some of the features like the bar and counter space. Not crazy about slide system,smaller fans and sinks.
Love that I put. Super fair points. Ty
I agree. Foldaway upper bunk. No slide out.
I really like the front bunks! Don’t care for the Murphy Bed. I could do without it.
Don’t care for any microwave/convection oven down low like that.
Would probably be better with dual axles.
Really interesting little trailer!
They have a tandem axle version of this on steroids in their XLS series btw
Great storage for such a small trailer.
Love the breakfast bar with the big window. I would change out the stools for something better.
I'm not sure about the lights. I like the dimmer, wish our 22MLE had that, but the bar doesn't grab me.
I'd prefer armrests on both ends of the sofa.
I'm generally not a fan of folding sinks since they tend to be over the toilet and I think it is better to leave them out. However the way they did it in this trailer it works and is a plus rather than a minus.
I like the large pass through door. You usually don't see those on small trailers.
I don't like the spare tire mount under the trailer. I have never had a flat tire on a dry day and the last thing I want to do is crawl around in the mud to get to the tire.
OMG! I love it! They fit so much in such a small space and did unlike anyone else, and in a good way. When you show a removable table in front of the Murphy bed/sofa, but you didn’t show it in the video itself. Would’ve liked to see it but no biggie. One request for Grand Design: can we get a window for the top bunk? I didn’t see anything on the outside indicating it would be a problem. Other than that, I wouldn’t change a thing. 👍👍
Several requests for windows. Ty
Nicely done. For a small trailer this floorplan is very functional. I really like it!
Glad you like it!
My wife agree's this may be the camper for us. We have a midsize truck rated at 1534 pounds. payload and 7500 towing. with the under 20 ft length, I think this is a perfect combination. We won't be using the bunks as bed, but will turn them into additional storage. Top bunk for holding totes and clothes, and bottom bunk maybe for a folding bike. Although not using bunks as bed, I think there should have been a top window for ventilation, even if it was very small. The only other concern is the folding sink in bathroom, not because it folds, just wondering where to put hand soap, toothbrushes and other bathroom junk.
If you have the wife's seal of approval, then you're golden I think!
This camper isn't my cup of tea, but it's not bad. I think the bed and bunk setup would work great for solo or couples with a dog
Really interesting layout. Like the bunks. I would kinda prefer a really nice couch that could fold out to a bed rather than the Murphy be. That would push the could back into the slide further. Does the lighting seem a little dim or is that just how it looks in video?
Great out of the box thinking on this one!
I think so too!
Oh! I think the travel mode access is pretty good. As good as it could be without allowing retracted slide use.
Yeah I agree
This is a super coo unitl! I'd even like to see this done in the same way, but maybe even a foot or two longer. This floorpan is a great jumping off point for some new, future floorpans. The video footage of the stools over near the bathroom door, make it appear as if the stools are in the corner, cowering in fear of you. 😅
Cool idea!
This is also really suited for a single's tiny home. I'm left handed and the only issue for me is if the sink is up against a left wall. This has the shower to the left so there's plenty of elbow room. I like the folding sink. That was a good idea. I love everything about this little camper. There is so much space and storage in a compact size. Thanks for the tour!
Good friend of mine growing up was lefty. I got to see first hand how the world just isn't build for lefties
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Not sure how i missed this one.. Great smaller sized RV with some great looking features and quality build. it would be great for a short weekend and maybe I can tow it with my existing truck that has a 5000 lb max tow capacity.
Happy Camping from your Westchester County, NY Nerd Herd Fan! Woah, i can't do contacts! Yikes!
Thank you for watching!
It’s a good thing you put those captions at 7:05, I thought you were doing your best Fred Garvin impersonation. 😂
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I’m still waiting for a company to take one of these and do a full wall slide. I think that would just be amazing
Interesting. I love the light beams. I always prefer an oven, but do like to see the convection microwave is standard. Personally, I would like to see a window for the top bunk. Pretty neat floor plan.
Yes those light beams are neat
This is a cute little family camper👍although I think couples would benefit greatly from the combination of a murphy bed plus theater seating in the 17MKE💥but it was disappointing to see so many entry level features not found in other Grand Design RVs😢
Bathroom sink reminds me of a fold down desk. lol. no one in the zoom room, needs to know that your cool little „camping office/cubicle” doubles as the loo 😅
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no need to leave the meeting!
Happy New Year Uncle Josh.
And to you as well Mr. Grinch
I'm always stoked to see a truly original design and this is definitely that. And pointing out that the bunks aren't necessarily for kids is spot on. I could see this as a solo camper and use a bunk for storage, a bunk for overnighter's or short trips and the murphy maybe for longer stays.
Couldn't agree more!
I like it…a lot❣️🎉
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I love this, it's exactly what I'm looking for. Don't need the Murphy bed, hope it can be replaced with a regular couch. Is there a ladder for the top bunk? Just love it❤
Also like the oven mine is gas so I don't use it to had to get back off the Damm floor to light it so I bought a elc air fryer
We love it.
I actually like this very much. Needs a ladder for the top bunk. I do not like that air fryer microwave at all. Bummer and deal-breaker for me.
Great floor plan. Great storage. I'm super short. No issues. Lol. Great counter space!! Love it. Wish Jayco made one like this.
You never know! Mfgs like to copy one another
If the bunks flipped up or adjusted where you could just move them up out of the way, this would be perfect. Maybe add some hooks in the bathroom
This would be perfect without the slide and the Murphy bed. I'm looking for a couples camper that uses functional adult sized bunks instead of twin beds and also has the dining bar instead of a dinette. That saves a lot of space.
I haven't really seen something like that in aged and have always been surprised nobody has tried it. TY for the input
I actually like the idea that they don't completely purpose every inch of space. Areas of open counter tops, the bunk areas, etc. offer the ability to do some customization. The unit is very unique--it offers a little bit of privacy in tight quarters if people don't want to share a bed and don't want a dedicated bed taking up floor space. When people say they would buy it if it had a queen bed in place of the bunks, etc. they are missing the point--floor plans like that are common. We have looked and looked for something like this, and something that we can pull with a 4Runner in our case, and not have to climb over each other or our dogs. This unit offers a lot of open floor space for the size and dimensions of the rig, a lot of storage, especially underneath, and some alternative sleeping options. So guess I am a fan! They need a way to secure the bar chairs (love the bar!), however. Stuffing them down the back of the Murphy Bed or whatever does not appeal. I don't quite understand the reference to a "bendy" bed. When you said that I thought oh no, it has the dreaded jackknife couch which we hate to sleep on. Or a futon. But the bed seems to simply tip down and looked pretty flat to me. Hope the mattress is ok? That is one thing I don't feel travel trailer manufacturers think about. Where is this unit located?
So if they offer Murphy bed/slide models with and without bunks, wouldn't it be nice if they offered that bunk floor plan without the slide/bed.. just the flip over couch? For single travelers or weekend Dads who could put a child in the top bunk and/or one on the couch for the night. It's hard to tell, but it looks as if there is room for the couch and that side shelf/cabinet area with no slide. Wouldn't it also reduce the weight allowing more storage capacity? Might reduce the price, too.
Thoughts? (since you got to walk in it and we just get your wonderful videos)
I love the dining bar instead of the larger booth. In fact, I love everything except the Murphey/slide.
No slide may be possible but until they put one out I couldn’t really say for sure
Have to admit watched this with sound off so maybe mentioned. How about moving slide next to bathroom and put appropriate cabinet on right between bunks and bed. Realize it is 20 feet but it would provide for a bit less coziness and more separation. Also there might be a play to move push out to back and bathroom in middle and fridge in front across from door. That seems ideal.
I don't blame you for muting me. My wife is jealous she cannot do the same lol
They have a tandem axle version of this that's kinda on steroids with a private bed slide off that rear corner/driver's side. It sounds super similar to what you're describing
Not for us, it well executed. I do agree with being able to fold the top bunk up so you can use the bottom for seating.
Ty!
I would much rather have a hot/cold outside shower over the cold only sprayer. A flip up top bunk would be great. Maybe curtains instead of the bunk blinds for better air flow.
Agree on both. Ty
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You had me at "Shower Beers"
It’s the simple pleasures
Very impressive design. But for anything other than small kids in bunks, would be a problem for bunk sleepers to get to and from bunks with Murphy bed down
Yeah it’s definitely a specific audience
Put on the Best Tires you can find ? Pushing the weight for single axel ? Wonderful for weekend stays ! 👍
put a booth in place of those bunks and it would be perfect.
I could see that..
Has anyone ever had the top bunk drop down and become a backrest so the bottom bunk could be used as a sofa too?
Because uhh.. that makes too much sense?
I really love the breakfast bar and wish that more manufacturers would install breakfast bars instead of dinettes…but who knows? Maybe someday…..😉
I feel like it's starting to happen but MFGs are often SO slow and reluctant to change anything that already exists
I wish this one still had double axles & that the top bunk could be stowed for more headroom on the lower bunk either to sit or sleep someone a bit taller. I also wish the sprayer by the grill was hot & cold so I can do my dishes outside. Lastly, a top quality sofa bed in the slide might be better than an uncomfortable Murphy bed & so-so couch.
The big brother to this one in the xls series sounds like it might be more to your liking
Perfect
Well done Grand Design! I would want this a little longer but no more then 25ft so we can have tandem axels. Also, could we get a wall between the bunks and the rest of the unit to have a chance at privacy for changing clothes? Also a power outlet and folding shelf in the slide would be nice for us cpap folks.
Please tack on ASB for these units or at least make it a dealership option.
They have a larger tandem axle version of this coming!
Something that small...rather give up the bathroom floor vent for better head room in the shower. As someone who is 6'4", every little bit I can skim off to be able to fit, is nice. Granted, I am used to hanging off mattresses anyways since I am a stomach sleeper, so that part doesn't bother me. If I was a Solo camper, I think I might take both bunk mattresses out and use those for storage/wardrobe space. Put some bungie netting on some 3M hooks across those spaces. Use the bottom one like a laundry hamper storage, make use of the window there for venting and the shade to keep the 'mess' hidden. Perhaps a solution for left handers for the bathroom is a curtain along the wall, extend it far enough along the wall so that even elbow usage wont expose to much of a view. Shorter solo travelers might think about leaving the murphy up and using the lower bunk for sleeping of course as well.
If this was a bit longer with a less tight washroom with stationary sink and dual axles - our single child family would consider this type of model.
Now this one is Taco truck friendly!!!! I really like this model but not a fan of bunks so I would love to see 14MS I think you said. Anyway will Bish.s have this at the Richmond store? It will probably be a minute before I can buy but I would still like to see it in person.
I don’t think these are available at the Richmond store as it turns out
How big our the bunks and what are the solar options? Looks like it comes with 200W. Is there an upgrade to that? Is the TV 12V? Nice looking rig.
If the floor plan image didn’t list bunk sizes then I am not sure. Our local teams can verify
165w solar
Tv is 110
Great review of this unit. Grand Design layouts are unique from many of the competitors, which gives consumers a variety of options. I am looking for travel trailer under 22 feet with bunks for my family of four with no slide outs. This unit makes me want to reconsider the slide out.
Would you ever do comparison reviews of different units that would be market to the same consumer group?
I've done brand battles before but lately I haven't been able to get the brands side-by-side I'd like to really compare
LOVE the floorplan creativity here, but too many negatives. Kitchen should not have a fold-down faucet if the bathroom does. Upper bunk should fold up. In general, i have to accuse Grand Design of cheaping out on too many things here. Tires, stabilizers, fart fans, no bumper, no slam latches, and for the love of Pete, the Schwintek slide system. I expect more from an upper tier brand. I get that this isn't their top line, but they should be treating the Aim series the way Rockwood treats Geo Pro, and the way Winnebago treats the mini winnies. Instead they cut features. My frustration stems from liking this enough that I'd consider buying it, but too many misses. Sorry for the honest feedback Josh, but very much appreciate another great video!
Agreed. Well said. Better slide system for sure.
I love this camper! I love how It has a breakfast bar looking out the window. And not at the other guy's campsite! My my Kia telluride can tow five thousand pounds max. Do you think we could pull this camper?
I would not recommend it. The rv’s GVWR with cargo exceeds your tow rating
Ok thank you. We like the wolf pup 16bhs as well. Or any other small camper with bunks you could recommend. We'll come see you from Massachusetts when we're ready!
I need a small trailer. I like the bar instead of a dinette. Could you have a cassette toilet ? Lower bunk could be used for more seating if the top bunk could lift up. I’m interested
Factory doesn't offer any toilet swaptions as it turns out
I like this one a lot. Is the slide mechanism entirely above the floor?
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The cabinets in there are beautiful. I still hate the Murphy beds with the mattress showing at the top. If you're going to "hide the bed," then hide the dang bed.
Lot of people agree
Do you know what the dimensions of the storage doors are? That could be useful info to include if its available.
Apologies that's not info MFG provide on a list anywhere I could access. Our folks could get the ol' tape measure out for you of course
odd floorplan, but i like it, i myself would probably turn the top bunk in to storage of some sort, could even add shelves and/or cabinet doors if wanted to it looks like, keep the bottom bunk as it is, can be a place to toss things, pets to hang out on, or sleep on yourself in travel stops... ok so you cant use the couch with slide in either obviously, no problem, you got stools right there if dont store behind bed, can still sit there and eat etc. and relax a bit too if you were to invest in a nicer more chair like barstool or two,, kind you see around casino table games or higher end bars, bigger than ones that come with it, but 2 fit perfect in same spot as 3 now, secure them with straps or bungie cords whatever, not hard either, everything else you can use fine.
Ty for all the visits this year. Happy new year!
good video Josh
Glad you enjoyed it
I am over the Murphy bed