Tour the All NEW 2022 Roadtrek Chase B-Class RV
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- Опубліковано 1 січ 2022
- In this video I walk through and review the all new 2022 Roadtrek Chase B-class RV.
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Roadtrek must still have a metric ton of that cherry colored wood laying around. They’ve been installing that look for as long as I can remember. It’s got a warm look. The downside is it may make the coach feel/look smaller compared to the lighter cabinets. I kind of dig it. Feels like a classic yacht .
I agree that it had a classic feel to it and it did still feel spacious inside. Thanks for watching!
On the other hand, Roadtrek is one of the best at somehow squeezing a few extra cubic inches of space out of nowhere. If you have very long legs, you can extend the bathroom doors and still lock them. Even their earlier models had one of the most clever systems I've ever seen: there were foldout panels built into the bathroom. The toilet was on one side with the sink on the other. The walls folded out across the center hallway to close it off from both sides so you had a full size bathroom WITH stand-up shower in a class B less than 190' long. It was the only model of its kind with this feature at the time. It looked like it offered 50% more space than rival class B brands. And better, the foldout panels doubled as doors for privacy because the front passenger seat could be attached to an optional 3rd seat behind it. This turned it into a long single bed and could comfortably sleep three adults. Roadtrek's designers were mad scientists...
That’s such a great point. What Roadtrek was doing on the Chevy chassis a few years back, with the expanding center aisle shower was really clever. People love a shirt van, I get it. Heck so do I.. the notion of having something under 21 feet has always been the standard with many B enthusiasts for obvious reasons. Many of the consumers demand a wet bath in these rigs, and we end of with this hinge floor to ceiling cabinet that cuts the rig in half, kills storage, and covers windows/walls & lighting. You can still have a shower and toilet without the massive obstruction.. but I believe the average first time consumer lives the idea of a dedicated bathroom. I get it. I guess I just love the different floor plans we are starting to see pop up. I don’t want or need to see the 10th different version of a Travato G or Nova C.. I’m at the point where even I’m a small space I’d like to see some natural light with a space to sit that’s not the d@mn drivers seat I was forced to spin around. Meh.. I’m rambling.
Roadtrek's management is still stuck in the '80s with its dark colors interiors. The "all new" 2022 models looks the same as the "old" models.
@@ojtamayosr road trek has new management for the last few years
I really like this van. Lots of power outlets, windows and a good size fridge and freezer. Great review MoM. Cheers!!!
It did feel very spacious inside for a B-class. Thanks for the compliment and Thanks for watching!
I always liked that stainless sheet metal Roadtrek uses behind the kitchens. Easy to clean backsplash . I always wondered why more outfitters haven’t “borrowed” this look.
It is a nice look. Thanks for watching!
good video, sky blue color nice !
All in all I think a nice layout. The bathroom is doable; it looks like they put a lot of thought into it. Nice fridge and storage. You cover the details well.
I am glad you liked it, Thanks for Watching!
Hi Ruby!
We just seen the 2023 Roadtrek Play and fell in love with this. Love the quality of the wood work and the two burner stove top. Only thing I didn’t like was the hard rear seat/bed cushions other than that I couldn’t find anything I didn’t like.
Hello Scott, I’m glad you found an RV you love. Thank you so much for watching!
Very good review!!
Thanks for watching!
I can see saying bye-bye to that 30 amp connection when driving out of the dealership! 😂
Thanks for watching!
Hi, Happy 2022! If you have a chance; can you review the American Coach Patriot FD2 and tell me what you think? It’s the same size as your Thor.
I see that you found the past video. I beleive Fort Myers La Mesa RV has one in stock currently. Thanks for Watching!
You are a good reviewer
Thanks for the compliment Sybil and Thanks for Watching!
So is this lithium? No generator underneath? Was that a Macerator on the side? If so, I love this one!
Yes this has Lithium and yes it has a macerator on the side. Thanks for Watching!
Outstanding as always. What did you think about the quality as compared to the other B van's?
I thought the quality was good and I would say the it is above average for the industry. Thanks for Watching!
I don't know if this means anything but several websites say Roadtrek was the first builder of Class B motorhomes to receive ISO 9000 certification.
Is this a replacement for the Zion with the side couches? I think that is the best floorplan. How is this different from the regular Zion?
This is just a different model, Thanks for watching!
Does the Chase come with blind spot monitoring and wind assist? Under hood generator? Lithium batteries? Is the toilet porcelain or plastic?
The Ram platform comes with blind spot monitoring and crosswind assist standard. The generator is under the hood and it does have lithium batteries. I believe the toilet was plastic. Thanks for Watching!
As always very thru review. Lots storage space I was very curious where the water tank is probably all outside under the rig?
I am not sure where the water tank is on this particular rig, however based on the fill location and storage space under the passenger side bed, I would tend to agree with you that it is probably under the unit. Thanks for Watching!
@@Adventure-Mom the 37 gallon fresh is in two places; up near the bathroom wall next to the drivers seat, along the threshold from same area to slider and under neath near the shower. The 13 gallon grey is under and near the fresh. The black I believe is rear mid where a driveshaft would typically be.
@@Adventure-Mom they have a bunch of these short clips. Pretty informative and shows decent quality imho I’d be curious your thought
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Is it legal to use the seatbelts on the back side without a belt across the chest? Is there a mattress that fits across the front two seats? Does this have lane assist or wind assist. (I’m not sure what you call these.) this has so much storage, I’m really impressed!
Yes, lap belts are legal, yes there is an option for a bed using the front seats, and yes the Ram ProMaster does have crosswind assist. The unit I reviewed did not have the option for a bed using the front seats. Thanks for Watching!
Seems like they the bath should come out to the center by 3-6 inches. Since it didn't appear to have the ability to partial open the door to create more space. Great walkthrough.
You can open the door wider in the center
Yes this model does come with a latching system that keeps the doors in an extended position which gives you more interior room. Thanks for Watching!
I like the layout a bunch... what did you think about the quality? drawers, cabinets, bathroom fixtures, etc? thanks!! you do really good walk-throughs!
Personally I feel the Roadtrek models are built extremely well and tight. They don’t have the common issues like Thor or Winnebago. But also harder to find and more expensive.
Does the back blackout screen have pockets to put things in?
@@JohnSeitz cool 😎 thanks!
Thank you for the compliment. I found that the quality seemed very good but you really do not know for sure until you test everything. Thanks for Watching!
@@ucanknow4sure759 Yes.
I assume this has hot AND cold outside water. Right? If so, again I am impressed.
Yes the outside shower has both hot and cold running water. Thanks for watching!
Do they have a Chase with a pop top? I have seen the slumber, but can you get or special order a Chase with the pop up? I love all the storage underneath the twin bed setup that the Chase has, but it would be an absolutely perfect RV by adding that tent on top! Another better option would be to take that sink out. Doesn’t look like much room to shower standing up.
I have not seen a Chase with a pop-top yet but I believe you can get the Tellaro with a pop-top and twin beds. Thanks for Watching!
good
Thanks for Watching!
You REALLY liked the layout on this one!! Too bad it’s on the ProMaster chassis,,,, haha. On a Mercedes 4x4,,,, if they made an extended one,,, it would be perfect. Still be very nice on the rwd extended Mercedes. I agree that there was a lot of room. I would modify one of those supports for the cushions that make the bed a king size. It would become a middle end table between the twin beds. It would have storage for a C-PAP machine (if necessary) and your electronic devices as they have the plugs, but no real handy storage for these items.
Now you can lift the ProMaster units up to 3” so the rear overhang isn’t such an issue. I would prefer the 30 amp plug be mounted inset to the rear of the driver’s side of the van and not all cheesy like on the rear bumper. All easy enough modifications for a handy owner. This works much better than when the beds are midway in the van and the bathroom is in the rear. I would definitely always prefer the offset of space in the bathroom for ALL of the storage.
Thanks for sharing!
Agree with your thoughts although the sprinter is not as wide as the Ram platform. I certainly prefer the Mercedes. Thanks for watching!
The electric outlet is on the back. Have you ever had someone breaking it over a curb
Hello Sybil, I have not heard of anyone breaking the outlet but I can see how it can happen. Thanks for Watching!
Great tour Ruby as always ❤. The bathroom was poor.
Hello Max, A flip down sink would free up some space in the bathroom. Thanks for watching!
What do you think of the Chase compared to the Cahaba?
These two RVs are have very different purposes as the Cahaba is built for off-roading while the Roadtrek is not. I prefer the Mercedes platform as it rides better at highway speeds and has loads of torque but the Roadtrek does have the size advantage. As for the quality, they both seemed very well built. Thanks for Watching!
Does this come with Solar & Lithionics?
Propane is no longer something for the future.
Too bad the garage is non-existent...you can not take along anything that is a little bulky.
This comes with 400 amps of lithium and 330 watts of solar. Thanks for watching!
What you called a soap dispenser is actually a light I think
Yes, I missed that blooper during editing. Thanks for Watching!
not budget friendly for MOST people. But conversion vans are better
I agree that todays B-class RVs are expensive and if you have the time and skills, creating a conversion van would be a great idea. Thanks for Watching!
Like the twin beds, big refrigerator, lots of food storage. Needs convection/microwave & actual screen door (like the Coachman Nova), don’t think I’d like those roll up things. Love the exterior, looks a lot like a regular van!
Wow, we have the same taste as those are my thoughts as well. Thanks for Watching!
I would like a screen just over the sliding door window without having to cover the entire door with a screen. I have hearing aids and the walk through screen makes them buzz!
We have the Zion model 2022.
The roll up screens are a pain and take up so much space and are glued in place. (Dumb). I would love a real opening side door. The slider is sooo hard to open even after two weeks of regular use. One single door like we had in our Class C would have been perfect. My arthritic hand have trouble opening it. My husband does too and he is strong.
The microwave is really tiny. You may not get a convection in there.
The bathroom toilet lid will not stay up at all. I had to use Velcro to make it stay up. Dumb placement, it is angled on back wall. What else do you want to know?
I don't like when they put the counter top extensions lower then the counter top. It really needs to be at the same level.
I agree, I found that a bit off as well. Thanks for Watching!
Yes, I agree it should be the same height. I have 2022 Zion and the flip up countertop does not work for anything practical. Too low and stuff can fall off of three sides. The only thing I found that half works is a large plastic tray with high & wide sides. I tried to block the 4-5" open back at the door side but it is impossible to do. I would like my husband to add a bigger countertop like he did in our Class C.
I love it but it would be okey if it more fast
Ram platforms have 260 hp and 280 ft-lbs of torque. That is enough power to maintain highway speeds. Thanks for watching!
I enjoyed this video very much. You look so beautiful in that outfit. I thought the RV was beautiful also.
Thanks for the compliment and thanks for Watching!
Local dealers were telling me "roadtrek went out of business "
Hello Bart, I have not heard that and I still see Roadtrek RV being sold at different dealerships in my area. Thanks for Watching!
Yep, we all noticed the manicure. Ble@s her. Nice coach.
Thanks for Watching!
Looks nice but the inside looks in the 90s
LOL someone else commented something very similar as you did, but while inside the unit I did not feel it was dated. Thanks for Watching!
We just bought 2022-2023 Zion weeks ago only because it was cheaper than the other brands. I would have rather bought one of the others brands. I hate the bathroom doors and a bunch of other things. The toilet seat will not stay up. Even a woman cannot sit fast enough before the seat fall. I had to install Velcro to hold it up. This is because the toilet is turned on an angle and the lid hits the wall before it goes up fully. There is no switch off on the shower wand. The hot water is never hot unless you run the water down the drain for how long? Hard closing and opening the side door. Hard to open the floor drawers. You have to use two hands to open! It does not seem to be insulated. The over head storage compartment gets so hot.
Also the computer for checking tanks, etc is lame. It only registers 33% and 67% for the tanks. The batteries said Critically Low after a whole day in the full sun and no one in the coach and the temp set at 100° since we were away all day from the coach we didn't want the air coming on.
What else do you want to know? Don't ask the sales person.
$130,000...I don't think so!
Thanks for Watching!
Why do you think they're making UA-cam videos trying to sell these things because they're pretty much impossible to sell in today's market.
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It’s odd that it’s a 2022 and they didn’t wait for the new 2022 chassis like their brochure states - if it’s a 6speed and doesn’t have the modern dash it’s not the ones they list hmmm 🤔
But seriously love roadtrek
I almost never see rigs (from any major manufacturer) that has a year date matching the date of model/construction. Most manufacturers are making large orders 9-12 months in advance, in bulk. They sit in storage as the coaches are built out. With the delay in supply lines, some are even sitting longer. The ‘22 Rams will likely be built and sold as ‘23s. Every once in a while, you might get lucky. I just haven’t seen it.
@@cwheremonster8870 totally correct. But roadtrek made a point to showcase 2022 units with new colors and new chassis which this unit has neither. That’s all.
I did review their website and it does state the 2022 has the 9 speed transmission, which would have to be the new chassis. Of course, it would not be the first time we have found inconsistent information on a website. Thanks for watching!
That has been my experience as well. Thanks for Watching!
Our RT2022 Zion we bought 3 weeks ago has "TomTom" for directions on the very tiny phone size screen. I don't like it. Outdated! That was from YEARS ago.