What a great unit! I agree that framed windows are preferable. I always value practicality over appearance. I love the second full bath with an outdoor entry. I agree that cornering the toilet would have been a good idea to increase the legroom. It looks like there is a shallow tub at the bottom if you have babies or toddlers. I'd like to see the ladder to the loft account for bare feet. The round rungs can be uncomfortable or even a bit dangerous. Flat would be better than thin round rungs. I could figure something out to improve them, but shouldn't need to do so. I like the extra storage in the living area as opposed to the sofa you would prefer. If the whole family is watching tv together I would grab a bunk mattress and pillows to set up the kids on the floor. As the youngest, I was on the floor in our den at my dad's feet when we watched movies well into my teens. If the kids are small enough for laps I would love the cuddles. Bean bags could be stowed under the bed in the master bedroom too. Usually, the kids will want to use the bunkroom tv anyway, so I'd figure out something for family movie nights and keep the storage, but that's me. Usually, I consider a "televator" to be one more thing that can malfunction. In this case, I like that the tv can be stowed if I'm cooking something that may spit or splatter. I would even cut a piece of plexiglass to slip between the tv and stove while cooking (velcro may be needed) and just stow it in a corner somewhere when in use. I also like the larger control panel. I think it's great you can access things by phone, but I don't want to wait for software just to retract an awning. I prefer a full control panel whether it means I can or cannot access those controls elsewhere. Each button is labeled already which is even better! No need to make labels for each switch! The labels will wear over time, but so does everything. The extra cabinets in the master bedroom are great. I would sacrifice the top for access from the bathroom as towel storage. I like that the small nightstands don't wrap around over the bed. I can add a cup holder or small shelf myself if I want it. I don't want to bump my head when I rollover.
Great Video again!! I like how you stated what type of truck you need to tow this unit, it tells someone right away if this would be a good purchase for someone.
Really useful literally 2bed 2 bath 5th wheel. Love the layout except there's only seating for 2 in the living area. I feel the whole point of a family friendly coach is to be able to have the family together. Really too bad. Thank you for showing all of us all the options out there.
That is a real nice design. Only thing, I’d put a stainless steel divider between the TV and stove. I wouldn’t want any thing splashing on the TV from the stove.
That bunkhouse is awesome and I love the second full bath. I'm not sure of the rationale, though, for making units that sleep so many people but have a completely non-functional living/dining area. It would make more sense to have a long U-shaped sofa with removable tabletops, and/or bar-style seating at the kitchen island. Great tour, thanks!
Great walk through. I'm curious why some manufacturers still use round bars on the kids ladder to the bunk area. The little ones always have liked the flat steps. Just my opinion 🙂.
Pros: great pantry, especially the slide out drawers. Like the External level controls. Like the sliding windows. We have these and love them. Wouldn’t want frameless windows again. The bunkhouse rocks! One of the best I’ve seen, especially with the second full bath. Suggestions: put the battery disconnect near the level controls and water bay. The water bay and level controls are where you always start and end the RV setup. Putting it on the other side means you have to go to both sides to shutdown or setup the RV. I have the hidden slide mechanism on the bedroom slide. The disadvantage is that you loose a lot of under bed storage. Family Living space is way too small. Like your idea of putting in a couch instead of counter top. Question: Wish these would have shocks on the axles! Why don’t manufacturers install shocks?
Big Truck Big RV All large vehicles have shocks to dampen the bounce. When you say control the weight, is this what you are referring too? If shocks aren’t effective, what would be your solution of choice for a budget of $1,500. I’ve seen numerous options on eTrailer. I have a 34’ AF that has an empty weight of 12.6 and GVWR of approximately 16K. It has shocks. Seems to work great to me. But what do I know? Thanks.
My wife and I really enjoy your reviews. I have own both a motor home and a 5th wheel RV that had slide floor constructed with exposed wood on the lower side edges which allowed for water damage when the slide is extended during a rain storm. Some manufacturers also use that woven material as a water barrier, which is very prone to fail as well. As you review the exterior, and show a view of the rack & pinion mechanism, would love to see the construction quality of the slide. If you expose the manufacturers that do a poor job with this, you just may force them to improve on the quality. Once again, appreciate the reviews.
Impressive that they put a 2nd full bath in this thing. The living/kitchen space is a bit weird in my opinion, but they clearly focused on giving you more storage. That is always a complaint with a lot of RV's; not enough storage places.
This one is pretty close to being perfect for us. Three things I’d change. Outside sink for sure. Replace love seat with two reclining chairs. Queen bed with bigger side tables, hubs has CPAP machine. I like the hutch area... coffee station, instant pot or adult beverage area for sure 😁!
Good Video👍 I get confused on the difference between extended season and four season, I am assuming that extended is good for spring, summer and fall but not winter. Another thing can you mention when you do these videos on different RV’s if they are rated full time living verses non full time. It seems like I get more correct information from you than the typical RV sales man
We have a Sabre 38DBQ that is a very similar Forest River Product...ours has a sink in the outdoor kitchen ;)...but had to upgrade tires and suspension immediately
Two full baths and bunk/loft combo. I love it. The seating is fine like it is. The table could use a flip up end or leaf to increase table size. I would like to have brighter colors and those dark pull down shades make the interior too gloomy. I'm sold on this
That is a nice fifth wheel. I think you should try to find and do a videos on the Montana High Country 376FL or the 377FL. I have special needs children and the ladder is something we can’t have.
I like your channel and never miss an episode. I have learned a lot. I don't know if you will read this but I have a question for you. I own a Sunset Trail ultra lite 26 ft. Travel trailer. It has a non-walkable roof. What is the best method to do roof maintenance on a model like this? Maybe you could reply or do a video about this. Thanks S.W.
Very nice. We have been looking at this floorplan in a Sabre 38DBQ that is about 12k cheaper for about a year now. For some reason I keep going back to mid bunks though and my wife prefers this floorplan. I guess we will have to flip a coin.
This is just literally the same floor plan layout as the sandpaper 383RBLOK just more luxuries I like what they did with this over the sandpiper 383rblok
The only thing they need to do to hit a home run is make it 42 feet long, add a garage behind bathroom for bikes and toys and honestly you will own the market. With the additional length possibly the love seat option as well. By with an additional garage for kayaks in vertical and bike racks on walls with room for toys or golf cart.
Great review, although the sound quality wasn't like your other videos. This looks like a great RV for families with all of extra space plus the 2nd bathroom. I would like to see the toilet and sink swapped around in the 2nd bathroom. If someone opens the 2nd door while one of the kids is using the toilet, it may ruin the poor kido's camping trip!
Have you done any videos on the costs of RV ownership? I would like some perspective on how much it costs to haul a trailer, as well as prices for campground rentals.
Very nice altho I agree not enuf living room space. I'd take out the cabinetry there on the bottom and make the upper cabinets a bit higher/smaller. The worst part Is the tv and fireplace combo right next to the stove/oven....not a selling point to me....major no no. Love the bunk area ...but I also want the outside bunkhouse deck area and the regular style bunkhouse combo...bed comes down for ceiling/ extra seating areas for tv watching or having a meal. The price is a definite thumbs up.
Hi J.D. Thanks for another great video. I like the change to 60 fps footage. However, the audio appears to be a bit muffled and distorted. Are you using a new mic as well? The old one was clear and sharp.
Instead of the three cabinets in the island I think there should be drawers in the far left as you are facing the sink. No silverware drawer that I saw
This layout is almost identical to my Montana HC 362RD. But I like this layout even more. Too bad I already have the 362RD, even though my Montana is 1,000 lbs. lighter.
My biggest gripe that has made me pass on this loft set-up in many of the units is the lack of a sliding pocket door for the rear bath. How are you suppose to get into the bathroom if the ladder is extended for the bunk loft access or the couch is folded out?
Wait, so, the entertainment center counter is *lower* than the stove with no separation between the 2 and no one designing thought that would be a problem? > That aside, is that loft ladder in the way of the bathroom door when it's deployed? It kinda looks like it is, but hard to tell Also not sure who thought it was a good idea to make the loft access for one of the lofts require going through the other when there was enough space to put a separate ladder... I guess it's to accommodate the bathroom floorplan, but some easy layout changes could make it work. ...though would have to design around inadequate outdoor kitchen they included with it.
Man...total killer that it only has recliners and no second couch/love seat. If I had kids and walked up those stairs to look, I wouldn’t have even made it to the floor...quick turnaround to the next unit.
This would be awesome for a kid. As an adult, I don't like the small living room. The entire unit feels too compartmentalized for me. I prefer the more open floorplans.
Nice fifth wheel. Two things I don't care for. First all outside kitchen should have a sink. When cooking outside a sink come's in handy. Second the TV beside the stove. The living room section needs change.
Two FULL baths!?! That is unusual. How does the Arctic Wolf compare to overall build compared to the Cardinal. We are closing on a 3660SUITE in a week, and really like the layout. I know it's a lower level to the Cardinal, but would be nice to know how it stands to its pricier brethren.
This is really really nice and id think about it. But just like you I don't like that it only has the 1 couch. Definitely needs a love seat on that wall
This is probably a dumb question but I'm new to this, would this be something you just park and live in, or is it something you can take out for camping trips etc...?
Seems like a small cargo capacity for that size. You’ve reviewed ones that half that length with same ore more cargo capacity. How much cargo capacity is left when hauling full freshwater tank?
Very nice coach, why don’t you tell the prices on every video, just a round figure would give us some idea what price ranges we could afford, also it seems like you kinda stay with the same brands, can you review a KZ Durango Gold gs386flf, thanks you do a great job
What a great unit! I agree that framed windows are preferable. I always value practicality over appearance. I love the second full bath with an outdoor entry. I agree that cornering the toilet would have been a good idea to increase the legroom. It looks like there is a shallow tub at the bottom if you have babies or toddlers. I'd like to see the ladder to the loft account for bare feet. The round rungs can be uncomfortable or even a bit dangerous. Flat would be better than thin round rungs. I could figure something out to improve them, but shouldn't need to do so. I like the extra storage in the living area as opposed to the sofa you would prefer. If the whole family is watching tv together I would grab a bunk mattress and pillows to set up the kids on the floor. As the youngest, I was on the floor in our den at my dad's feet when we watched movies well into my teens. If the kids are small enough for laps I would love the cuddles. Bean bags could be stowed under the bed in the master bedroom too. Usually, the kids will want to use the bunkroom tv anyway, so I'd figure out something for family movie nights and keep the storage, but that's me. Usually, I consider a "televator" to be one more thing that can malfunction. In this case, I like that the tv can be stowed if I'm cooking something that may spit or splatter. I would even cut a piece of plexiglass to slip between the tv and stove while cooking (velcro may be needed) and just stow it in a corner somewhere when in use. I also like the larger control panel. I think it's great you can access things by phone, but I don't want to wait for software just to retract an awning. I prefer a full control panel whether it means I can or cannot access those controls elsewhere. Each button is labeled already which is even better! No need to make labels for each switch! The labels will wear over time, but so does everything. The extra cabinets in the master bedroom are great. I would sacrifice the top for access from the bathroom as towel storage. I like that the small nightstands don't wrap around over the bed. I can add a cup holder or small shelf myself if I want it. I don't want to bump my head when I rollover.
He shows the interior at 6:27 for those who don't care about the rest.
The best bunkhouse floor plan I’ve ever seen.
Great Video again!! I like how you stated what type of truck you need to tow this unit, it tells someone right away if this would be a good purchase for someone.
Family condo on wheels ! a great unit . Very unique
Really useful literally 2bed 2 bath 5th wheel. Love the layout except there's only seating for 2 in the living area. I feel the whole point of a family friendly coach is to be able to have the family together. Really too bad. Thank you for showing all of us all the options out there.
This is the best bunkhouse I have seen... wish there was more separation between the kitchen/dining/living space as well a larger place to sit
Two full baths ...... finally! This is just the greatest floor plan!!!!!
Now that one is right up my alley! I appreciate all that you do but it is refreshing to see a bunkhouse rather then a rear living unit. Thank you.
I like this one a lot! Now that's a nice not over the top but very functional master! Bunkhouse really spacious for my kids.
My kids would've loved that bunk area when they were younger !! That is pretty awesome !! Thanks.
This would be ideal when I'm in the market for a 5th wheel.
That's perfect for a family with kids. 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms in an RV! Amazing.
Nice layout for the right situation. Really liked it.
Great unit love the bunk house
That is a real nice design. Only thing, I’d put a stainless steel divider between the TV and stove. I wouldn’t want any thing splashing on the TV from the stove.
That bunkhouse is awesome and I love the second full bath. I'm not sure of the rationale, though, for making units that sleep so many people but have a completely non-functional living/dining area. It would make more sense to have a long U-shaped sofa with removable tabletops, and/or bar-style seating at the kitchen island.
Great tour, thanks!
Feels like most travel trailers are designed for only 2 people, in this case 2 adults and kids, love this example!
Great walk through. I'm curious why some manufacturers still use round bars on the kids ladder to the bunk area. The little ones always have liked the flat steps. Just my opinion 🙂.
Awesome bunkhouse! Not that I would use it, but wow!
Almost identical layout as my 383rblok. Love it
Pros: great pantry, especially the slide out drawers. Like the External level controls. Like the sliding windows. We have these and love them. Wouldn’t want frameless windows again. The bunkhouse rocks! One of the best I’ve seen, especially with the second full bath.
Suggestions: put the battery disconnect near the level controls and water bay. The water bay and level controls are where you always start and end the RV setup. Putting it on the other side means you have to go to both sides to shutdown or setup the RV. I have the hidden slide mechanism on the bedroom slide. The disadvantage is that you loose a lot of under bed storage. Family Living space is way too small. Like your idea of putting in a couch instead of counter top.
Question: Wish these would have shocks on the axles! Why don’t manufacturers install shocks?
Generally they've found that shocks do very little to actually control the weight of a fifth wheel. I do think they should add them as well though
Big Truck Big RV All large vehicles have shocks to dampen the bounce. When you say control the weight, is this what you are referring too? If shocks aren’t effective, what would be your solution of choice for a budget of $1,500. I’ve seen numerous options on eTrailer. I have a 34’ AF that has an empty weight of 12.6 and GVWR of approximately 16K. It has shocks. Seems to work great to me. But what do I know? Thanks.
Love the second bath if the room came with a work space with a desk.
Take the couch and folding bunk out of the kids room and put your office there!
This one is awesome and would be great for my family, thanks for sharing!!! Love your show
Oh man 2nd bath! This rig is in my personal top 5 for my needs!
My wife and I really enjoy your reviews. I have own both a motor home and a 5th wheel RV that had slide floor constructed with exposed wood on the lower side edges which allowed for water damage when the slide is extended during a rain storm. Some manufacturers also use that woven material as a water barrier, which is very prone to fail as well. As you review the exterior, and show a view of the rack & pinion mechanism, would love to see the construction quality of the slide. If you expose the manufacturers that do a poor job with this, you just may force them to improve on the quality. Once again, appreciate the reviews.
Impressive that they put a 2nd full bath in this thing. The living/kitchen space is a bit weird in my opinion, but they clearly focused on giving you more storage. That is always a complaint with a lot of RV's; not enough storage places.
This one is pretty close to being perfect for us. Three things I’d change. Outside sink for sure. Replace love seat with two reclining chairs. Queen bed with bigger side tables, hubs has CPAP machine. I like the hutch area... coffee station, instant pot or adult beverage area for sure 😁!
You hit the nail on the head... it's just a decent living/kitchen area away from being perfect!
My grandkids would love that bunk area! But as you and I have discussed, I want the outside kitchen and must have sink
Good Video👍 I get confused on the difference between extended season and four season, I am assuming that extended is good for spring, summer and fall but not winter. Another thing can you mention when you do these videos on different RV’s if they are rated full time living verses non full time. It seems like I get more correct information from you than the typical RV sales man
Love these type. Will be looking to get one when I retire.
We have the 2019 cardinal limited 3800 RDLE and is amazing!! Is a like luxury condo
We have a Sabre 38DBQ that is a very similar Forest River Product...ours has a sink in the outdoor kitchen ;)...but had to upgrade tires and suspension immediately
Two full baths and bunk/loft combo. I love it.
The seating is fine like it is.
The table could use a flip up end or leaf to increase table size.
I would like to have brighter colors and those dark pull down shades make the interior too gloomy.
I'm sold on this
That is a nice fifth wheel. I think you should try to find and do a videos on the Montana High Country 376FL or the 377FL. I have special needs children and the ladder is something we can’t have.
Would love to see some videos on travel trailer toy haulers. Preferably ones that the garage isn’t separated from the rest of the camper
I like your channel and never miss an episode. I have learned a lot. I don't know if you will read this but I have a question for you. I own a Sunset Trail ultra lite 26 ft. Travel trailer. It has a non-walkable roof. What is the best method to do roof maintenance on a model like this? Maybe you could reply or do a video about this. Thanks S.W.
Very nice. We have been looking at this floorplan in a Sabre 38DBQ that is about 12k cheaper for about a year now. For some reason I keep going back to mid bunks though and my wife prefers this floorplan. I guess we will have to flip a coin.
Awesome floor plan!
This is just literally the same floor plan layout as the sandpaper 383RBLOK just more luxuries I like what they did with this over the sandpiper 383rblok
That’s my favorite one so far
Cardinal has become a budget rig apparently. It looks extremely cheap on camera at least.
I wish my wife had seen that, she bought a 2019 grand lodge destination TT. Its nice but the second bath would have been great!
The “Living room” sucks but the rest is nice
That's really odd. Not sure I've seen a 5th wheel with basically no living room.
Love the videos
Amazing unit! agree with a love seat...
That’s nice wow I love it ♡♥︎
The only thing they need to do to hit a home run is make it 42 feet long, add a garage behind bathroom for bikes and toys and honestly you will own the market. With the additional length possibly the love seat option as well. By with an additional garage for kayaks in vertical and bike racks on walls with room for toys or golf cart.
This is a sweet rig . Would love it.
Definitely needs more seating in the living space! I like everything else about it!
I would remove the TV/heater in the front and replace with a couple comfy chairs for a convo area. TV can go in bunk area!
This makes me wanna get a 1ton dually now
I like that two full bath
No drawers in the kitchen - except the one under the stove! No Way I could live without drawers in the kitchen!
tv next to cooktop is not a good idea-- "living room" looks like an afterthought-- I would pass on this model
The second bath is taking your space for a love seat in the living room.
Great review, although the sound quality wasn't like your other videos. This looks like a great RV for families with all of extra space plus the 2nd bathroom. I would like to see the toilet and sink swapped around in the 2nd bathroom. If someone opens the 2nd door while one of the kids is using the toilet, it may ruin the poor kido's camping trip!
Have you done any videos on the costs of RV ownership? I would like some perspective on how much it costs to haul a trailer, as well as prices for campground rentals.
I need this!
Very nice altho I agree not enuf living room space. I'd take out the cabinetry there on the bottom and make the upper cabinets a bit higher/smaller. The worst part Is the tv and fireplace combo right next to the stove/oven....not a selling point to me....major no no. Love the bunk area
...but I also want the outside bunkhouse deck area and the regular style bunkhouse combo...bed comes down for ceiling/ extra seating areas for tv watching or having a meal. The price is a definite thumbs up.
Hi J.D. Thanks for another great video. I like the change to 60 fps footage. However, the audio appears to be a bit muffled and distorted. Are you using a new mic as well? The old one was clear and sharp.
I'm messing with Cameras and Mic setups. Wasn't happy with the audio on this one.
Instead of the three cabinets in the island I think there should be drawers in the far left as you are facing the sink. No silverware drawer that I saw
Wow very nice rig
awesome video, lost of info👍👍👍
is there any other rv/travel trailer that has that type of bunk and bath for the kids or guest but a different layout for the kitchen and living room?
Yesssss , I would buy this as is...omg love
This layout is almost identical to my Montana HC 362RD. But I like this layout even more. Too bad I already have the 362RD, even though my Montana is 1,000 lbs. lighter.
I can see the spills off the stove shorting out the entertainment center
My biggest gripe that has made me pass on this loft set-up in many of the units is the lack of a sliding pocket door for the rear bath. How are you suppose to get into the bathroom if the ladder is extended for the bunk loft access or the couch is folded out?
BTBRV, any concern that there isn't a dedicated black tank and dump valve for the 2nd bathroom toilet?
Cool bunk room. I don't like the windows on the other door side - I can get over the lack of a sofa but don't like the view out that side.
I have a ? Do you need a generator for 5th wheel full time living. Thanks love your channel
Wait, so, the entertainment center counter is *lower* than the stove with no separation between the 2 and no one designing thought that would be a problem?
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That aside, is that loft ladder in the way of the bathroom door when it's deployed? It kinda looks like it is, but hard to tell
Also not sure who thought it was a good idea to make the loft access for one of the lofts require going through the other when there was enough space to put a separate ladder...
I guess it's to accommodate the bathroom floorplan, but some easy layout changes could make it work.
...though would have to design around inadequate outdoor kitchen they included with it.
Man...total killer that it only has recliners and no second couch/love seat. If I had kids and walked up those stairs to look, I wouldn’t have even made it to the floor...quick turnaround to the next unit.
This would be awesome for a kid. As an adult, I don't like the small living room. The entire unit feels too compartmentalized for me. I prefer the more open floorplans.
Nice fifth wheel. Two things I don't care for. First all outside kitchen should have a sink. When cooking outside a sink come's in handy. Second the TV beside the stove. The living room section needs change.
Two FULL baths!?! That is unusual. How does the Arctic Wolf compare to overall build compared to the Cardinal. We are closing on a 3660SUITE in a week, and really like the layout. I know it's a lower level to the Cardinal, but would be nice to know how it stands to its pricier brethren.
Very nice 👍
Something I've wondered when watching all these videos. Does the heat from the fireplace affect the TV? Or anything else stored near it?
This is really really nice and id think about it. But just like you I don't like that it only has the 1 couch. Definitely needs a love seat on that wall
This is probably a dumb question but I'm new to this, would this be something you just park and live in, or is it something you can take out for camping trips etc...?
I genuinely wish you would tell us the length of every trailer you review when you give us the other stats!
2 bathrooms but only living room seating for 2! Lol.
What Fridge is that? Anybody know make/model?
Cue the bleating - I can tow that with my Dodge Durango!
Seems like a small cargo capacity for that size. You’ve reviewed ones that half that length with same ore more cargo capacity. How much cargo capacity is left when hauling full freshwater tank?
very nice one
Was that a shower/tub combo in the guest bathroom? Nice rv👍😊
Can you do a review on Montana High Country FL377
Awesome
Doe the loft have carpet? I'm trying to find one that doesn't
You sure love a Latta coffee
that is cool
I love the loft bunkhouse for sure but that love seat in the main area is too small considering the amount of people this RV can sleep
No silverware drawers did I miss it
Wow!
Review a Bowlus RV!
Nice, my only complaint is the living room seems kinda tight
Very nice coach, why don’t you tell the prices on every video, just a round figure would give us some idea what price ranges we could afford, also it seems like you kinda stay with the same brands, can you review a KZ Durango Gold gs386flf, thanks you do a great job