I just bought the 2023 model from my local dealer last week. This is our first camper. Thank you Josh for the great videos. They really helped decide on which one to purchase.
Have so many fond memories when I was a kid in the 1970's of my my Parents taking us all over the U.S. and camping in a popup. Loved having all the windows zipped down feeling the breeze at night when we slept.
I gotta admit I love the open feel of a tent at night, this has more room and is much more convenient with not having to load and unload a tent, setup would be quicker as well. The biggest draw back to these is like a tent, you don't want to put them away wet, and when you do you'll want to put them back up to air out and dry.
Finally a manufacturer builds a modern pop up that can be towed by folks who do not want to invest in large haulers. I see so many post in forums by people stating they want a camper but want to tow with their Sienna or Highlander or what have you. This fits the bill for a market that gets overlooked. Great job Uncle Josh profiling this system!
Pop ups are for people who camp, the folks wondering what they can tow with a CUV want a 300 foot mobile community that weighs 2200 pounds and has a built in hot tub with roof top swimming pool. They don't want to camp, they want to tow a hotel room around.
Love it.. yes to A/C @ power lift.. yes to NO bath room will always be at a camp ground. .. love the inside .. awesome.. great tour... it would be like real camping!!! Thanks Josh!
Soooo much better than the 1970 something Starcraft we started with back in the 90s. This is a pretty cool pop-up. 12v fridge?? A/C ? Fans ?? Power lift? Wow But we are old now, sticking to Glamping!
Josh, season a pop-up or hybrid, that's just another thing that the dealer forgot to tell us about our hybrid. Second time out it rained like no tomorrow, the ends leaked, closed up in 15 minutes and back home. I did what you said without knowing and now we are fine, Thanks
That’s gotta be the classiest pop up I’ve seen yet. Don’t know if I could talk the significant other into it though. I wish the fridge were a bit bigger though. It looks like the size of an electric cooler... which might be okay for a day or two.
Something about drinks on ice, and they make some good electric fridge/freezer coolers. Either way, with a family or long stays that fridge is going to require you to bring along coolers of some sort, its camping, you'll figure how to adapt.
I just picked mine up yesterday, got it set up in the driveway. Mine came with solar, it actually does a pretty good job keeping the battery topped off. No bathroom, no problem. I bought the Joolca Nomad with the double shower tent. That works great and it's hot water on demand!
I would much rather have a comfortable sofa with that portable table for those cold and rainy days that limit outdoor activities, but overall I’m just happy to see an RV with a price tag these days that doesn’t immediately invoke chest pains. 👍👍👍
This is a great first camper! I do love that it "still feels like camping", it's small and manageable, still sleeps 4, very few frills- but the ones it does have are great and very useful. I like the solar prep, the 3-way fridge, the portable stove and table (as we'd be using them outside mostly anyway), the windows all around for airflow, natural light and outside view, the white, reflective roof. That A.C. option is a nice upgrade for when it's oppressively hot, (especially factory installed/ warranted), and a furnace for uncomfortably chilly nights. I love the heated mattresses! I get so cold at night up in the mountains. This would save us some blankets and help me sleep better, I bet. (Plus, how cozy and relaxing is it to climb into a nice warmed bed?!) I, personally, like green more than orange for the paint accents, but that really doesn't matter at all. (As long as the whole thing isn't orange, lol.) Thank you for talking about seasoning. I don't know how I ever would have learned that.
Just picked up our '22 1940LTD yesterday. Was surprised it didn't come with a 3-way fridge but a 12v only but we got the roof solar so should be fine as long as there's enough sun to offset the fridge and lights use. We also got the duel propane tanks and a griddle so will be learning to cook on the flat surface on our first camping trip next month. I also found it strange that the gas line that is supposed to be available inside or out was blocked off from the countertop opening hole. The walkthru guy told me that he was finding that more often from Forest River so they had to drill a hole thru the connecting cabinet opening so the line could be pulled thru when needed inside. Next, I'll be practicing backing it since it's been years and my backing skills went away...lol. Thank goodness the 1940LTD is light enough that we pushed it into the garage by hand. Always love your videos!
Just purchased one of these, has the AC/ Solar, can't wait for the camping season. This is our third pop up. We were looking at a hard shell, but that required a truck. I can pull this with my 2021 Subaru Outback with still being underweight loaded up.
I would love to see a popup with 12v compressor fridge and access from the outside (camp side of course). I trying to figure out how to modify our Rockwood 1970ESP to have this. It would be great to be able to load the fridge before trips. Thanks for the video!
Question. The outside of the camper has an upper and lower fridge vents. There is a 2"×2" horizontal piece of wood in-between the vents. Is this piece structural or just for framing the fridge vents? Any info or who to contact to find out would help. If I can make this happen, I will send pictures of my mods to my pop-up if you're intrested.
This is pretty close to the exact same thing we started with not long ago. It was in the 90's when we decided to get back out and enjoy now that the kids were getting to the age to enjoy it as well when I found a used Tenter and brought it home. That weekend was our first to get back and addiction took over worse than any drug could do to us. It only took a season to realize how much it would be nice to have a place to sit in the middle of the night when nature has called. The High Low lasted a season as well. Then the diesel pusher. Then the 33' pull behind until today... Looking for the full time, in the 40s range to pull behind the dually/cummins with a Duramax in the future sights...... Like many have said.... Buy bigger than you think you need. It'll save you a bunch of money!
Something I have always done and teach to new salespeople when I can is intentionally start with a camper smaller than what they person wants. Then slowly start stepping up in size. Once you hit the point they feel it's "too much" go back one step and that's where they'll be happier longer
We have some of the HW277 coming. She's always popular around here We sell a TON of popups but actually tend to feature a fairly limited number of models. We've found the ones that really seem to fit best over the years and just stock up on them
Man, I have to have one of these! So cool! I’m just getting back into camping after many years and I’m starting off with primitive tent camping but if I want the wife to come along I think I’m gonna need one of these pop ups ! The a/c is a definite plus, nice review!!!
Having spent the majority of my summer vacations as a kid (ages 0-19) in pop-ups; I just dont like some of the things I see in the newer models.... First 9 years of my life my family was using an old 1970s era Starcraft about the same size as this I would say. The ratchet crank was in the same location, and wasnt covered by a shield at all. After that was sold my parents purchased new 1998 Coleman Fleetwood Mesa, and I remember the day we picked up from the dealer in Carlise PA because the salesman took me around it and showed me hands on how to set it up for mum and dad. Both of those campers.... and other popup makers were usually pretty good about keeping the stove and sink on the same side in the swinging galley, and having the dinette on the opposite side. Neither one had fridges, or AC; heck the Colemand only had heat installed 4 years after we bought it when we also needed brakes installed for a cross country trip to Washington. The cooler nook under the counter with a hatch to the outside is still something I WISH would make a return on new campers today.
Awwwwesome video. Especially the staring contest. Lol. So, with this roof space and thinking of solar, bike racks, and AC do we think one must choose maybe, 2 of 3 but not all 3? Seems like it would get too congested with all three but I could squint and maybe see 2x bike mounts on either side of the AC then solar in front of the AC? Thoughts?
You used the blow & glow Nerdism! My pocket protector is fluttering! You can start the game, I'm going to go get the koolaid jammers and fruit gushers!
Hey Josh. I hope you Guys are doing well, and I hope your busyness is doing better. Out of hospital now. The Neurologist will see me Thursday. Most probably gana tell me half my brain is dead weight. Anyway still love your show
I'd pay an extra thousand bucks-ish if they did a multi-layer somewhat insulated fabric that didn't transmit light. Nice to town behind a smallish Jeep up into the high country. Pass on the power lift. Cranking them up is not that bad and saves weight. Needs one large cabinet for a roll out porta-potti. My wife won't check out a bush like me.
Good Point regarding the porta potty. We glamming women need a little comfort. Also want to point out that it’s easy to remove the ac and add a vented ceiling fan. Open all flaps and Wonderful fresh breeze flows through. No need to annoy your (nature loving) neighbours with ac noise. Less weight and works great with solar.
We just purchased a Viking 2107LS, with the off road package and it has worked out great for us but I love the layout of this Rockwood compared to the Viking with two Groucho seats.
Great walk through. I would like to see the 2022 new pop ups with Toilet cassette. Entry level models with a king and full beds. I have a huge high wall and just get tired of hauling it around. Wanting something smaller with cassette toilet with a curton not wall set up.
We bought this model a couple of months ago (2023). It has a lot of counter space compared to other models and it is light enough to tow with our 2017 Toyota Sienna with weight capacity left over to carry equipment. It is just a basic and simple pop up - cheap to operate and maintain. The first thing I did was remove the Powerwinch. It is a breakdown waiting to happen and it is super noisy. It relies on a good battery to operate and it has relays and limit switches that can and will go bad. You can manually crank the winch in the event of a malfunction with a power drill and socket but it takes 10 times as long. I installed a Goshen DLB1200A manual winch and it only takes about 45 seconds to crank up the roof. I would have rather had a manual winch from the factory with a standard gas griddle in lieu of the Powerwinch and gas 2 burner stove. Most RV manufacturers have gone away from 3 way refrigerators since 2022 in favor of 12 VDC models only so boondocking will require battery power with solar charging or a gas generator. Build quality is good at this price point but like everything else the prices have increased dramatically since 2020.
Due to supplier shortages something nuts like 90% of our online supplier was back ordered so we just took it down for the time being. Our parts team at 800-256-5196 could get you some figures on those
You know what would maybe be a nice alternative to that little 3 way fridge? 12 volt chest fridge. Have it on a slide out tray under the counter. Faster cooling, bigger and actually easier to get stuff out of. That absorption fridge is so close to the floor that it's hard to get things out of if you are standing. Plus they are crazy efficient two batteries and 100 to 200 watts of solar on the roof and you can run one plus your lights and fans indefinitely without shore power as long as you have sunshine. Edit: I don't mean this unit specifically. I was just wondering why I have never seen anything other then the conventional absorption fridge, ice box or one of those terrible TEC coolers in a popup given the explosion in popularity of 120 volt and then 12 volt compressor fridges.
Can anyone shed some light on installing kayak racks on the camper roof? I am purchasing a 2023 Rockwood 1940 LTD, specifically so I can transport my kayaks on it. However Rockwood and my dealership here in Florida have not been helpful. Not sure I can trust my abilities to install a diy rack on a brand new PUP. Ideas?
At the 15:03 point in the video...did you spit talk? It's a nice pop up. Appreciated the seasoning comment. My kids bought a pop up this summer will as them if they are aware.
I was originally looking at one of these as we had a Jeep wrangler but decided against as there are no walls. Im glad we went with a Jayco 19 jayflight STX. We were just camping in Jetty park in Cape canaveral with 40 degree temps Christmas week Brrrrrrr. Folks next to us had this Rockwood I know they had to be cold. We didn't see them come out at all the all week and a few of us Rvers met and socialized Christmas eve. I admit we were all loud during the day just talking and laughing with several families from Chicago and Maryland. The Rockwood family called security on us at pm for being too loud. I get it it we were right next to them in a crowded campground and they have no walls. They is the only drawback the noise. But this is perfect for not so cold temps and not crowded on top of each other campgrounds.
I'm glad you found an RV that worked but may I ask which model you choose? Typically even the single axle jay flights (especially STX models) are a little more weight than a Wrangler is rated to handle I'd love to learn more about your setup if you're willing to share. Perhaps there's something I've missed
@@quincyjasmine that's what I suspected. The dry weight on some of those small flights barely squeeks into wrangler towing, but once you load cargo they're often overloading a wrangler's capacties I won't claim to get it all right though so I wanted to check. Appreciate the follow up
@@JoshtheRVNerd no problem thank you love the channel very informative. A lot of RV variations. I watched the Jayco factory tour too really loved that.
Hey josh Great video! Just wondering if you know any jayco models that are less than 7000 pounds with a full bath? I have a f150 and I would love a trailer to tow with!
Plenty! The entire SLX single axle series fits the bill as well as a handful of their smaller tandem models. Here's a few samples! → 195RB for Couples: bit.ly/2YeMRLw → 184BS with Bunks: bit.ly/3nD5cfV → 212QB for Couples: bit.ly/3ihptEf
I wish you were closer to me. I called around here and everyone says they don't have any other than A/c wired, but yet want $2,000 more for "out door package". I want the exact one you have in this video and can't seem to get it around here... or at least not with the people I've talked to so far in Virginia.
@@JoshtheRVNerd power lift and AC? Do you still sell or are you full time video walk around guy? You do a terrific job and if I want to buy one it would need to be through you. I live in MN and wouldn’t arrange a sale that far away from me if it weren’t for you and your honest opinions. Love your videos
We just bought this 2022 Forest River RV Rockwood Freedom Series 1940LTD My credit union is going to refinance this unit, but they are having a hard time finding this 2022 Rockwood Freedom Series 1940LTD travel trailer values as they say its not available yet on NADA . They are asking me for Model number or additional Type detail, is this tied to ROO series? any additional info is appreciated, Thanks, and love your channel
NADA has not yet updated to include the 2022 "camping trailers" yet. They're not missing it. It's simply not there yet. Here's the listing for the 2021 "Camping Trailers" (aka popups or fold downs) www.nadaguides.com/RVs/2021/Rockwood-by-Forest-River/Camping-Trailers You'll see it listed under the "Freedom" series
I don’t believe they’re structured for one if it’s not installed from the factory. They make a sports edition that already has the roof rack for kayak mounts though
Hi we just bought a 2020 camper like this one. i would like to purchase a stove (as ours didn't come with one) and two of your fan/bunk lights. could you provide me information on where to purchase these items?
Any rockwood/Flagstaff dealer could assist I'm sure. That propane hookups they use are pretty generic so there may be some aftermarket solutions as well.
I'm having trouble locating specifics but something in the neighborhood of 600-800lbs is coming to mind. Our team can get that verified for you of course
Haven't seen one in a while. Super similar to this one obviously. Same "Trim package," just a different layout. We've simply found this 1940 vastly more popular so I try to record RVs that will benefit the largest number of folks The 1640's smaller size/weight/cost are all certainly attractive benefits vs. this 1940 model however
@@JoshtheRVNerd Hmmmm,...maybe I should give the 1940LTD serious consideration over the1640LTD. I like what I'm seeing in this little Rockwood tent camper. And having that power lift system,...yes! Still can't rule out the 1640LTD,though,seeing I'm a first time buyer. Why only two stabilizer jacks? I'd want an extra set installed on the front for more stability!
@@JoshtheRVNerd it has got to be concerning to you when people seriously want to purchase a much to large of a travel trailer to pull behind their existing tow vehicle. I thought that most people knew that proper, truck and trailer pairing is key to traveling safely. As I look around in the campgrounds and on the hiways, this sadly is not the case. You address all things regarding trailers with a comical tone. I have seen you talk about Tow capacity and Load capacity. Sadly Load Capacity is something so many people pass right over with very little regard. UA-cam channels are full of people dagerously figuring that Airbags and Equalizer hitches will increase their load capacity and solve all their towing problems or towing issues. So many uninformed folks are giving such unsafe advice to newbe RV ers. You are a pretty trusted person as far as knowing the ins and outs of the RV world. Someone really needs to make a graph and a chart regarding the safe to not safe zones as far as weight, brakes, axels, bearings, steering racks, transmission coolers and full frame vehicals as opposed to unibody vehicals are concerned. A thought for an up coming video perchance? Keep up the great work. Thanks for making us laugh.
Here you go! Hitch Weight: 195 lb. Empty Weight +/- 1,740lbs as seen here w/Roof Air & Power Lift Add-ons Max Cargo 551 Max Weight 2,291 Box Size 10ft Open Length 20' 2" Closed Length 14' 4" Closed Height 5' 4" Extra A/C Height 9" Body Width 7'0"
@@JoshtheRVNerd thank you for that. My Husband has a 2020 Subaru Outback. I’m looking for a Rockwood that can be towable with my husbands car. Thank you for your videos! I
Awesome little camper! Would love to see how the set up and take is done. I've never used a "pop up" but they always seemed like a good option for me. Where I live real estate is at a premium and storage fees is like another camper payment. Putting my camper in my garage mind blown!
@@bud215 It ebbs and flows / feast or famine, but right now I'm coming in 2-3 hrs early every day and working 2-3 hrs extra at night after tucking in the family for the evening and still falling behind. But Doing everything I can now so it's all set, ready, and looks good before the snowflake fly Then can roll stuff out as I'm able!!
Lord Dark Helmet: Knock on my door next time! Col. Sandurz: Yes sir! Lord Dark Helmet: Did you see anything? Col. Sandurz: No sir, I didn't see you playing with your dolls again! Lord Dark Helmet: Good!
@@JoshtheRVNerd The best part is that they just gave him dolls to play with for that joke at the end, and Rick Moranis came up with what Dark Helmet actually did with the dolls himself.
SUV is a broad category so it really depends on the one question. But generally speaking those equipped with a tow package would handle this quite readily
Aliner has stopped producing of the Somerset( the original Coleman) You know people at Rockwood, ask them to buy that product from Aliner and produce them. Better lifter system, canvas and bed support system
Is it Kia approved 🤣🤣. It’s just right for some people, but not for my wife & I, we came into existence back in the fifties, our aches & pains need a little more comfort 🤣. 👍👍👍👍
I just bought the 2023 model from my local dealer last week. This is our first camper. Thank you Josh for the great videos. They really helped decide on which one to purchase.
I hope you love it
Have so many fond memories when I was a kid in the 1970's of my my Parents taking us all over the U.S. and camping in a popup. Loved having all the windows zipped down feeling the breeze at night when we slept.
There is something about the night air coming through a tent or pop up that just can't be reproduced in RV or home.
A very nice pop up. I grew up with pop up campers. Im so glad they are still being made.
I gotta admit I love the open feel of a tent at night, this has more room and is much more convenient with not having to load and unload a tent, setup would be quicker as well. The biggest draw back to these is like a tent, you don't want to put them away wet, and when you do you'll want to put them back up to air out and dry.
Yep Yep. Spot on!
Finally a manufacturer builds a modern pop up that can be towed by folks who do not want to invest in large haulers. I see so many post in forums by people stating they want a camper but want to tow with their Sienna or Highlander or what have you. This fits the bill for a market that gets overlooked.
Great job Uncle Josh profiling this system!
Our pleasure!! Rockwood just keeps rolling along in this market. They're *nearly* unopposed in the folding camper market nowadays
Pop ups are for people who camp, the folks wondering what they can tow with a CUV want a 300 foot mobile community that weighs 2200 pounds and has a built in hot tub with roof top swimming pool. They don't want to camp, they want to tow a hotel room around.
I know the market was over saturated in the late 90s and early 2000s; but there were some brands out there that had some nice floorplans. I miss them.
Love it.. yes to A/C @ power lift.. yes to NO bath room will always be at a camp ground. .. love the inside .. awesome.. great tour... it would be like real camping!!! Thanks Josh!
Always enjoy your staring contests. 😁
You are the best! Absolutely enjoy learning about rvs from you & trust what you are saying! ❤
You're the best!
Soooo much better than the 1970 something Starcraft we started with back in the 90s. This is a pretty cool pop-up. 12v fridge?? A/C ? Fans ?? Power lift? Wow But we are old now, sticking to Glamping!
Your videos are awesome! I'm taking delivery on a 2023 on Friday and your videos helped me really narrow down what I wanted! Thanks 😊
Josh, season a pop-up or hybrid, that's just another thing that the dealer forgot to tell us about our hybrid. Second time out it rained like no tomorrow, the ends leaked, closed up in 15 minutes and back home. I did what you said without knowing and now we are fine, Thanks
Blah. Sorry you had to learn that way
This is awesome! I've never seen inside one. I would like the upgrades 💯 thank you for the tour!
That’s gotta be the classiest pop up I’ve seen yet. Don’t know if I could talk the significant other into it though. I wish the fridge were a bit bigger though. It looks like the size of an electric cooler... which might be okay for a day or two.
Something about drinks on ice, and they make some good electric fridge/freezer coolers. Either way, with a family or long stays that fridge is going to require you to bring along coolers of some sort, its camping, you'll figure how to adapt.
I just picked mine up yesterday, got it set up in the driveway. Mine came with solar, it actually does a pretty good job keeping the battery topped off. No bathroom, no problem. I bought the Joolca Nomad with the double shower tent. That works great and it's hot water on demand!
Not familiar with the Joolca but TY for the mention. Looking it up now
this pop up is great! thanks for showing it Josh!
My pleasure!!
Same layout as my 2011. Something drastic would be refreshing.loved my pop up, great starter.
Nice to aeea a pop up on the program , keep them coming.
It’s roomy in there and nice. Thanks for sharing Josh👍👍
Always a pleasure. TY sir :)
I would much rather have a comfortable sofa with that portable table for those cold and rainy days that limit outdoor activities, but overall I’m just happy to see an RV with a price tag these days that doesn’t immediately invoke chest pains. 👍👍👍
I am all about sofas personally. Love the idea
I like it, however I wonder if the can put bigger tires for them to go out in the woods deeper.
This is a great first camper! I do love that it "still feels like camping", it's small and manageable, still sleeps 4, very few frills- but the ones it does have are great and very useful.
I like the solar prep, the 3-way fridge, the portable stove and table (as we'd be using them outside mostly anyway), the windows all around for airflow, natural light and outside view, the white, reflective roof. That A.C. option is a nice upgrade for when it's oppressively hot, (especially factory installed/ warranted), and a furnace for uncomfortably chilly nights. I love the heated mattresses! I get so cold at night up in the mountains. This would save us some blankets and help me sleep better, I bet. (Plus, how cozy and relaxing is it to climb into a nice warmed bed?!)
I, personally, like green more than orange for the paint accents, but that really doesn't matter at all. (As long as the whole thing isn't orange, lol.)
Thank you for talking about seasoning. I don't know how I ever would have learned that.
I THINK the seasoning the canvas info is in the owner's manuals but it's almost never discussed
That is a great pop up. It really brings back a lot of memories. Great job Josh. 🤩🤩🤩
Yeah it’s just a solid straight forward good one
Just picked up our '22 1940LTD yesterday. Was surprised it didn't come with a 3-way fridge but a 12v only but we got the roof solar so should be fine as long as there's enough sun to offset the fridge and lights use. We also got the duel propane tanks and a griddle so will be learning to cook on the flat surface on our first camping trip next month. I also found it strange that the gas line that is supposed to be available inside or out was blocked off from the countertop opening hole. The walkthru guy told me that he was finding that more often from Forest River so they had to drill a hole thru the connecting cabinet opening so the line could be pulled thru when needed inside. Next, I'll be practicing backing it since it's been years and my backing skills went away...lol. Thank goodness the 1940LTD is light enough that we pushed it into the garage by hand. Always love your videos!
Yeah some stuff has updated and I haven’t seen them yet for footage
Just purchased one of these, has the AC/ Solar, can't wait for the camping season. This is our third pop up. We were looking at a hard shell, but that required a truck. I can pull this with my 2021 Subaru Outback with still being underweight loaded up.
Sounds fun!!
Alright, you get both a thumbs up and a like for the staring contest joke.
I would love to see a popup with 12v compressor fridge and access from the outside (camp side of course). I trying to figure out how to modify our Rockwood 1970ESP to have this. It would be great to be able to load the fridge before trips. Thanks for the video!
That'd be pretty cool!
Question. The outside of the camper has an upper and lower fridge vents. There is a 2"×2" horizontal piece of wood in-between the vents. Is this piece structural or just for framing the fridge vents? Any info or who to contact to find out would help. If I can make this happen, I will send pictures of my mods to my pop-up if you're intrested.
This is pretty close to the exact same thing we started with not long ago.
It was in the 90's when we decided to get back out and enjoy now that the kids were getting to the age to enjoy it as well when I found a used Tenter and brought it home.
That weekend was our first to get back and addiction took over worse than any drug could do to us.
It only took a season to realize how much it would be nice to have a place to sit in the middle of the night when nature has called.
The High Low lasted a season as well.
Then the diesel pusher.
Then the 33' pull behind until today...
Looking for the full time, in the 40s range to pull behind the dually/cummins with a Duramax in the future sights......
Like many have said....
Buy bigger than you think you need. It'll save you a bunch of money!
Something I have always done and teach to new salespeople when I can is intentionally start with a camper smaller than what they person wants. Then slowly start stepping up in size. Once you hit the point they feel it's "too much" go back one step and that's where they'll be happier longer
Hoping to see more of the 2022 Rockwood pop-ups reviewed 👍 Especially high wall models!
We have some of the HW277 coming. She's always popular around here
We sell a TON of popups but actually tend to feature a fairly limited number of models. We've found the ones that really seem to fit best over the years and just stock up on them
That will make a great trailer for a family .2 big for just 1 person but its cute .
A water heater would be nice. Other than that nice pop-up.
If I was going to get a pop up it wood be a Rockwood. Thanks for the information about seasoning the unit.
Reading these comments I didn’t realize it was such an unknown thing
Man, I have to have one of these! So cool! I’m just getting back into camping after many years and I’m starting off with primitive tent camping but if I want the wife to come along I think I’m gonna need one of these pop ups ! The a/c is a definite plus, nice review!!!
Thx Brian!!
Having spent the majority of my summer vacations as a kid (ages 0-19) in pop-ups; I just dont like some of the things I see in the newer models.... First 9 years of my life my family was using an old 1970s era Starcraft about the same size as this I would say. The ratchet crank was in the same location, and wasnt covered by a shield at all. After that was sold my parents purchased new 1998 Coleman Fleetwood Mesa, and I remember the day we picked up from the dealer in Carlise PA because the salesman took me around it and showed me hands on how to set it up for mum and dad. Both of those campers.... and other popup makers were usually pretty good about keeping the stove and sink on the same side in the swinging galley, and having the dinette on the opposite side. Neither one had fridges, or AC; heck the Colemand only had heat installed 4 years after we bought it when we also needed brakes installed for a cross country trip to Washington. The cooler nook under the counter with a hatch to the outside is still something I WISH would make a return on new campers today.
Awwwwesome video. Especially the staring contest. Lol.
So, with this roof space and thinking of solar, bike racks, and AC do we think one must choose maybe, 2 of 3 but not all 3? Seems like it would get too congested with all three but I could squint and maybe see 2x bike mounts on either side of the AC then solar in front of the AC? Thoughts?
I think you're probably right. Limited space might make you choose
I think I can say I have found the camper I really want!
That’s really the hardest part!
Thumbs up for the staring contest alone lol
The funny thing is even though I’m the only one doing it somehow I always lose
You used the blow & glow Nerdism! My pocket protector is fluttering! You can start the game, I'm going to go get the koolaid jammers and fruit gushers!
FINALLY remembered.. I seriously scanned back thru thousands of comments trying to find it
@@JoshtheRVNerd I was even impressed with the part 3 of #37. 😉 my legacy is complete
Hey Josh. I hope you Guys are doing well, and I hope your busyness is doing better. Out of hospital now. The Neurologist will see me Thursday. Most probably gana tell me half my brain is dead weight. Anyway still love your show
Half your brain is dead weight?
Well.. WELCOME TO THE CLUB BUDDY!!
@@JoshtheRVNerd well dang! I'm glad I'm not alone. Send club membership details 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@chrisgrobbelaar4658 invites due out on the oneteeth of febtober
@@JoshtheRVNerd 😂😂😂😂😂
I'd pay an extra thousand bucks-ish if they did a multi-layer somewhat insulated fabric that didn't transmit light. Nice to town behind a smallish Jeep up into the high country. Pass on the power lift. Cranking them up is not that bad and saves weight. Needs one large cabinet for a roll out porta-potti. My wife won't check out a bush like me.
Good Point regarding the porta potty. We glamming women need a little comfort. Also want to point out that it’s easy to remove the ac and add a vented ceiling fan. Open all flaps and Wonderful fresh breeze flows through. No need to annoy your (nature loving) neighbours with ac noise. Less weight and works great with solar.
We just purchased a Viking 2107LS, with the off road package and it has worked out great for us but I love the layout of this Rockwood compared to the Viking with two Groucho seats.
Great walk through. I would like to see the 2022 new pop ups with Toilet cassette. Entry level models with a king and full beds. I have a huge high wall and just get tired of hauling it around. Wanting something smaller with cassette toilet with a curton not wall set up.
Something like this perhaps? bit.ly/3CEgXIg
They make that without all the extra stuff btw. You could get it as "just a basic popup"
We bought this model a couple of months ago (2023). It has a lot of counter space compared to other models and it is light enough to tow with our 2017 Toyota Sienna with weight capacity left over to carry equipment. It is just a basic and simple pop up - cheap to operate and maintain. The first thing I did was remove the Powerwinch. It is a breakdown waiting to happen and it is super noisy. It relies on a good battery to operate and it has relays and limit switches that can and will go bad. You can manually crank the winch in the event of a malfunction with a power drill and socket but it takes 10 times as long. I installed a Goshen DLB1200A manual winch and it only takes about 45 seconds to crank up the roof. I would have rather had a manual winch from the factory with a standard gas griddle in lieu of the Powerwinch and gas 2 burner stove. Most RV manufacturers have gone away from 3 way refrigerators since 2022 in favor of 12 VDC models only so boondocking will require battery power with solar charging or a gas generator. Build quality is good at this price point but like everything else the prices have increased dramatically since 2020.
Coming to pick ours up first thing Saturday!!
Hope to meet you!!
The 1940LTD and the 2318G are my favorites at the moment. How much are the glow & blow units? I don't see them on the Haylett website.
Due to supplier shortages something nuts like 90% of our online supplier was back ordered so we just took it down for the time being.
Our parts team at 800-256-5196 could get you some figures on those
@@JoshtheRVNerd Understood. Thanks!
It's so stinkin cute.
❤❤
Question, If I want to ''dry camp'' [no hookups] How is the heater work in say 30 degree outside Temps? Will I be warm? And for how long? Thank you.
Not without bundling up a bit.
You know what would maybe be a nice alternative to that little 3 way fridge? 12 volt chest fridge. Have it on a slide out tray under the counter. Faster cooling, bigger and actually easier to get stuff out of. That absorption fridge is so close to the floor that it's hard to get things out of if you are standing. Plus they are crazy efficient two batteries and 100 to 200 watts of solar on the roof and you can run one plus your lights and fans indefinitely without shore power as long as you have sunshine.
Edit: I don't mean this unit specifically. I was just wondering why I have never seen anything other then the conventional absorption fridge, ice box or one of those terrible TEC coolers in a popup given the explosion in popularity of 120 volt and then 12 volt compressor fridges.
Pretty sure the answer is something like BeCaUsE ThAtS HoW iT WaS ALWaYs dOnE
Which is an answer I never like hearing
Pair this up with the Bumper Dumper and I think you have a hit!
hahaha
Thumbs up for the intense staring contest
Can you add a larger wheel and tire. Maybe a 13 inch wheel ??
Not from the factory not sure what aftermarket allowances are available
Could the 2 burner be replaced with a blackstone or is the 2 burner unit all one peace? I love the fact that it can be attached outside! 👍
From the factory this is all the offer. Anything else was aftermarket
what size socket do I need to crank down the rear stablizer jacks
Can anyone shed some light on installing kayak racks on the camper roof? I am purchasing a 2023 Rockwood 1940 LTD, specifically so I can transport my kayaks on it. However Rockwood and my dealership here in Florida have not been helpful. Not sure I can trust my abilities to install a diy rack on a brand new PUP. Ideas?
At the 15:03 point in the video...did you spit talk? It's a nice pop up. Appreciated the seasoning comment. My kids bought a pop up this summer will as them if they are aware.
He was seasoning the camera lens
Did I spit? Possibly. I'm yacking a lot. It's bound to happen sometime.
Also.. Outcast1's comment almost had me spitting...my drink lol
Say it, don’t spray it Josh!
Does the stove top fit two standard size pots and pans?
Hey Josh big fan of your videos. Do you have the part number of that "plug buddy"? I'm interested in adding one to my micro lite.
Apologies I do not nor have I ever been able to find one exactly like that on Amazon
I think it comes straight from lci
Are the ceiling lights able to be shutoff by pushing them in middle? Or is all power controlled by light switch by door?
They each click on/off
I am new to pop up like the video my rockwood is a 2012 and bigger than this one. The lift motor is making very loud noises though.
I was originally looking at one of these as we had a Jeep wrangler but decided against as there are no walls. Im glad we went with a Jayco 19 jayflight STX. We were just camping in Jetty park in Cape canaveral with 40 degree temps Christmas week Brrrrrrr. Folks next to us had this Rockwood I know they had to be cold. We didn't see them come out at all the all week and a few of us Rvers met and socialized Christmas eve. I admit we were all loud during the day just talking and laughing with several families from Chicago and Maryland. The Rockwood family called security on us at pm for being too loud. I get it it we were right next to them in a crowded campground and they have no walls. They is the only drawback the noise. But this is perfect for not so cold temps and not crowded on top of each other campgrounds.
I'm glad you found an RV that worked but may I ask which model you choose? Typically even the single axle jay flights (especially STX models) are a little more weight than a Wrangler is rated to handle
I'd love to learn more about your setup if you're willing to share. Perhaps there's something I've missed
@@JoshtheRVNerd Good question we actually had to upgrade our vehicle to a dodge ram hemi. The jeep wrangler struggled with the flight STX.
@@quincyjasmine that's what I suspected. The dry weight on some of those small flights barely squeeks into wrangler towing, but once you load cargo they're often overloading a wrangler's capacties
I won't claim to get it all right though so I wanted to check. Appreciate the follow up
@@JoshtheRVNerd no problem thank you love the channel very informative. A lot of RV variations. I watched the Jayco factory tour too really loved that.
How hard is it for dealers to obtain the factory Rockwood roof racks and install them after the fact
Probably not super difficult. I’m not a parts specialist so can only guess
Where does the partial door go when you set it up with the full size door?
Is there a place for this or does it just get thrown in the car trunk.
I usually show that! Sorry! It actually stores under the rear bed. It was there during this video. I failed to crouch down to show it
12:00 easy your best knee slapper to date. (in my opinion.)
lol so stupid lol
If I leave it out in the snow but covered during the winter will the weight crush the top
100% close it if raining or snowing
Before that actually
yes I will close it, but after that do you think the snow will crush the roof, or has anyone said that the snow has crushed their roof
@@javersowens2035 I've never personally heard that & live in Michigan where we get plenty of snow
Hey josh Great video! Just wondering if you know any jayco models that are less than 7000 pounds with a full bath? I have a f150 and I would love a trailer to tow with!
Plenty! The entire SLX single axle series fits the bill as well as a handful of their smaller tandem models.
Here's a few samples!
→ 195RB for Couples: bit.ly/2YeMRLw
→ 184BS with Bunks: bit.ly/3nD5cfV
→ 212QB for Couples: bit.ly/3ihptEf
Awesome video Josh!
if there is no power can it be manually cranked up or down?
Yes but the override is a bit of a pain to access
great, can you show me where it is and how to do it. Thanks
"If the popup is rockin, dont come ah knockin"!!
What about jacks?? Got any??
Yep!
I wish you were closer to me. I called around here and everyone says they don't have any other than A/c wired, but yet want $2,000 more for "out door package". I want the exact one you have in this video and can't seem to get it around here... or at least not with the people I've talked to so far in Virginia.
Hey Josh, does Bish’s have these in stock?
We just got a load of them into my home store in Michigan yesterday. I am sure more are on hand via our website as well
@@JoshtheRVNerd power lift and AC? Do you still sell or are you full time video walk around guy? You do a terrific job and if I want to buy one it would need to be through you. I live in MN and wouldn’t arrange a sale that far away from me if it weren’t for you and your honest opinions. Love your videos
@@joeruhland9527 I haven’t really sold for years. This camera thing is what I do
@@joeruhland9527 and yeah we often have these with air and lift
This was the missing review in your segment. Only wish you demonstrated the initial lift on the power lift system. 👍🏽👍🏽
You've seen one power system, you've seen them all.
I've heard (sorry) they're loud enough to wake the neighbors...at the other end of the campground.
They're *not* quiet. That's a fact
Can the dinette be converted to a bed?
yep yep!
We just bought this 2022 Forest River RV Rockwood Freedom Series 1940LTD My credit union is going to refinance this unit, but they are having a hard time finding this 2022 Rockwood Freedom Series 1940LTD travel trailer values as they say its not available yet on NADA . They are asking me for Model number or additional Type detail, is this tied to ROO series? any additional info is appreciated, Thanks, and love your channel
NADA has not yet updated to include the 2022 "camping trailers" yet. They're not missing it. It's simply not there yet.
Here's the listing for the 2021 "Camping Trailers" (aka popups or fold downs)
www.nadaguides.com/RVs/2021/Rockwood-by-Forest-River/Camping-Trailers
You'll see it listed under the "Freedom" series
Can a kayak rack be added like for two with a weight of 70 lb each
I don’t believe they’re structured for one if it’s not installed from the factory. They make a sports edition that already has the roof rack for kayak mounts though
@@JoshtheRVNerd thanks for the reply
Why don’t they have a queen size bed on both ends?
Larger models often do. This one's box is too small to fit dual queens when you slide them in for transit and storage
Love it
Awesome. TY for watching :)
Hi we just bought a 2020 camper like this one. i would like to purchase a stove (as ours didn't come with one) and two of your fan/bunk lights. could you provide me information on where to purchase these items?
Any rockwood/Flagstaff dealer could assist I'm sure. That propane hookups they use are pretty generic so there may be some aftermarket solutions as well.
Hey! how can I order the glow and blow lights
Most any parts department can assist you with those. I'm sure they're available from online retailers as well
What is the difference between a 1640 and 1940 with air
1640 is an 8ft box
1940 is a 10ft box
So basically the 1940 is just a little bigger
They overlap a lot of course
How much weight can the beds safely hold?
I'm having trouble locating specifics but something in the neighborhood of 600-800lbs is coming to mind. Our team can get that verified for you of course
Would the counter top hold a microwave.
Absolutely
Do yall deliver?
Of course!!
Nice unit! Why not review a 1640LTD? That is what I have in mind for a first camper!
Haven't seen one in a while. Super similar to this one obviously. Same "Trim package," just a different layout. We've simply found this 1940 vastly more popular so I try to record RVs that will benefit the largest number of folks
The 1640's smaller size/weight/cost are all certainly attractive benefits vs. this 1940 model however
@@JoshtheRVNerd Hmmmm,...maybe I should give the 1940LTD serious consideration over the1640LTD. I like what I'm seeing in this little Rockwood tent camper. And having that power lift system,...yes! Still can't rule out the 1640LTD,though,seeing I'm a first time buyer. Why only two stabilizer jacks? I'd want an extra set installed on the front for more stability!
@@NorfolkSouthern-xt3xx extra jacks are usually a pretty easy dealer add on we could handle for you
Then look it up! Easy to find, I find all kinds of stuff on the internet!
@@JoshtheRVNerd UPDATE;.... I have decided to go with the 1940LTD! More room to move around! Saving for a nice down payment on it now!
This pairs well with mid size SUV's although most SUV owners will choose a 6000 lb, 27 ft holiday trailer.
Cause that is safe.
You legit got me chuckling because it’s sadly so true
@@JoshtheRVNerd it has got to be concerning to you when people seriously want to purchase a much to large of a travel trailer to pull behind their existing tow vehicle.
I thought that most people knew that proper, truck and trailer pairing is key to traveling safely.
As I look around in the campgrounds and on the hiways, this sadly is not the case.
You address all things regarding trailers with a comical tone.
I have seen you talk about Tow capacity and Load capacity.
Sadly Load Capacity is something so many people pass right over with very little regard.
UA-cam channels are full of people dagerously figuring that Airbags and Equalizer hitches will increase their load capacity and solve all their towing problems or towing issues.
So many uninformed folks are giving such unsafe advice to newbe RV ers.
You are a pretty trusted person as far as knowing the ins and outs of the RV world.
Someone really needs to make a graph and a chart regarding the safe to not safe zones as far as weight, brakes, axels, bearings, steering racks, transmission coolers and full frame vehicals as opposed to unibody vehicals are concerned.
A thought for an up coming video perchance?
Keep up the great work.
Thanks for making us laugh.
No baby hammock, no deal.... 😆😆😆
Lord.. I almost regret the day I came up with that stupid name
...*almost*
@@JoshtheRVNerd Ya haven't made it until ya have a signature phrases everyone else copies and/or references. Congrats on making it
Cost as this pop up sits?
Looks like we have some pricing on them listed here www.bishs.com/rv-search?brand=Rockwood+Freedom+Series&stocknumber=1940LTD
Hello how much does this weigh ?
Here you go!
Hitch Weight: 195 lb.
Empty Weight +/- 1,740lbs as seen here w/Roof Air & Power Lift Add-ons
Max Cargo 551
Max Weight 2,291
Box Size 10ft
Open Length 20' 2"
Closed Length 14' 4"
Closed Height 5' 4"
Extra A/C Height 9"
Body Width 7'0"
@@JoshtheRVNerd thank you
@@JoshtheRVNerd thank you for that. My Husband has a 2020 Subaru Outback. I’m looking for a Rockwood that can be towable with my husbands car. Thank you for your videos! I
Awesome little camper! Would love to see how the set up and take is done. I've never used a "pop up" but they always seemed like a good option for me. Where I live real estate is at a premium and storage fees is like another camper payment. Putting my camper in my garage mind blown!
On my list of a million videos to make is a popup setup demo
Could you be any busier!
@@bud215 It ebbs and flows / feast or famine, but right now I'm coming in 2-3 hrs early every day and working 2-3 hrs extra at night after tucking in the family for the evening and still falling behind.
But Doing everything I can now so it's all set, ready, and looks good before the snowflake fly
Then can roll stuff out as I'm able!!
Lord Dark Helmet: Knock on my door next time!
Col. Sandurz: Yes sir!
Lord Dark Helmet: Did you see anything?
Col. Sandurz: No sir, I didn't see you playing with your dolls again!
Lord Dark Helmet: Good!
I can SEE the scene as I read this
@@JoshtheRVNerd The best part is that they just gave him dolls to play with for that joke at the end, and Rick Moranis came up with what Dark Helmet actually did with the dolls himself.
@@InfernosReaper Always liked that guy. Was sad when he lost his wife and had so much respect for him when he left the business to raise his kids
Can a SUV safely tow it?
SUV is a broad category so it really depends on the one question. But generally speaking those equipped with a tow package would handle this quite readily
Aliner has stopped producing of the Somerset( the original Coleman) You know people at Rockwood, ask them to buy that product from Aliner and produce them. Better lifter system, canvas and bed support system
They can’t even build their own catalog right now
Long term? Maybe?
Travel access looks very limited.
hahahaha
i was like "hmm. wonder what video he's referencing?"
[glances over]
[spits out drink]
🤣
Not a pop up fan. But, thanks for sharing👍
Well a big thank you for watching then!
Me likey!👍😁
I like the roof ac but I don't care for the power roof it doesn't bother me a crank it up as small as it is
Is it Kia approved 🤣🤣. It’s just right for some people, but not for my wife & I, we came into existence back in the fifties, our aches & pains need a little more comfort 🤣. 👍👍👍👍
How much is it?
Pricing at www.bishs.com/rv-search?stocknumber=1940ltd
Price?
Pricing at www.bishs.com/rv-search?stocknumber=1940ltd
I don't know guys, we started out with a popup but quickly got rid of it.
I started in a pop-up
I actually cut my teeth in this business on them
Save your money folks. Mine has been nothing but problems.