It's amazing how much you have grown on us and we love you. Thank you for all your work. You are part of the family. We all say oh oh we have to go there LOL :)
I'm 32 and live in Tampa Bay Florida I absolutely love your videos. I've offered before but if you ever come back this way please swing by for lunch. I took a summer job in Colorado a few years back and fell in love with the Midwest. My wife and I live in a studio apartment in the city and love the tiny house idea and my plan was to travel for a few years saving money to build a tiny house but the companies that offer housing Don't normally allow dogs and my small dog is our life so I started looking into campers like yours and again fell in love. The wife was against it at first but having her watch your videos has really helped. We're saving up for a small pull behind camper now and will hopefully be on the road next summer. Fingers crossed. You Don't actually have to read any further but the plan is to live in the camper for one year and save for a small piece of property in Florida. We'll spend the extremely hot and hurricane Florida Summers working in a different state then come home to Florida and vacation for the winter. Or travel. Coolworks.com has jobs everywhere in the country and normally provide free or cheap housing and free meals. Definitely a free place to plug up an RV. Traveling while making good money and not paying for rent would really help us spend more time outside. Thanks for these videos.
I did the Velcro shower curtain as well, but I used two curtains so you enter thru the middle only and both sides are “protected”. Great video, so happy to find your channel.
Would think “Winna-Bae-go” would make superior RV’s. Just like ALL the others? I want to buy a used camper but don’t know what is dependable . I wanna take my 4 year old son in his grandpas 2004 Tundra V-8 with 70K. Was thinking of a pop up. I remember Winnebago from Christmas Vacation with Chevy Chase :)
Excellent five year review Robert, it seems to be holding up quite well...I really enjoy your videos and music...safe travels to the both of you....From south Florida, wishing you well..
Can't believe 5 years have passed. Thanks for the review and the great videos. The quality of your camping trailer is not what I expected, but I guess they are not as robust as other vehicles. You are living in them, indeed. If you compare that to the upkeep we all have in our homes, it is actually not too bad.
Thanks for a real review of an RV. So many others fill their time with bs technical jargon that I could find myself online. Your down to earth approach and demeanor make watching your videos enjoyable. I also love your editing style keep it up. I am presently shopping for my dream unit and can't wait to share it with you when I get it.
We have a 2019 Micro 2106FBS. I believe all new 2019 and newer models come with off-road suspension and tires. Gives more ground clearance or sure. And the gray and black water tank valve pull handles are situated in the metal frame for protection. Also all of the water tanks are insulated for winter use. The outdoor light is now an LED light strip that runs the entire length of the awning... and it's BRIGHT.
Robert just letting you know your videos are fantastic. Your reviews are very informative. I hope Winnebago watches your reviews so they can fix the problem areas on there travel trailers. Keep up the great vids.
Robert, Advise Winnebago that they need to put a plastic strip on each side of the shower, to shunt the water back into the shower. Could have eliminated that particle board problem at the sink edge
Greetings Robert from Australia, love watching your video's and seeing your beautiful country. Thanks for the tour of your RV seems to work well for you, look forward to the next 5 years. My wife & I love your self song jingle sounds great. Safe travels and keep up the great work. Cheers to you & Illie.
I like the kitchen more than what's in my Jayco. A good sized sink, an almost full-sized fridge, a 3 burner stove and also a sink in the bathroom! I have a 154BH bunkhouse and can sleep more people, but your layout is awesome!
Robert...thanks for this new review of your trailer. At 15.12 in the video you pointed to a the trailer frame mentioning the possibility of something bouncing. Look under your trailer at the frame and see it there are any "signs of cracks" in the Frame...especially in the area you showed in your video. Continued safe travels.
#302 Good morning, Robert. My 23B Winnebago Trend 2014 which I named "The Catherine Clipper:, after my late wife. It has brought me much joy and I have travelled 63,500 miles with it. It too, shows signs of aging and use, but has held up well from Michigan to Florida, the deserts of the south west to the rain forest of the northwest and everything in between. Now I know that I'm not alone with some wear and tear problems. Its very cost efficient operationally, 15.3 to 15.7 miles per gallon on trips.
My husband and I want to buy a small trailer to travel when he retires in 2.5 yrs 😉 we were born and raised in Miami and moved to Lakeland 20 yrs ago. Enjoyed your first video! So many choices to make when choosing a travel trailer!
Thanks for another great update. Hi from Portland, OR. You'll love adding lithium batteries. We fitted 2, soon to be 4, in a Torklift box in front, and have 3x 200w panels on the roof, on our 1801FB (which is essentially identical to your 1706Fb, except 6" wider). Your videos, in part, helped convince me to go for the 1801, so thank you!
The new 1706FB has a white interior so the darkness/claustrophobia is minimized. Great review/update, I am thinking about getting one so your video was very timely.
I’m always impressed by how clean and organized you keep your RV. Love all the storage you have. I have a tiny teardrop with very limited storage so I have to be super creative with where to put things. Thanks for showing us your set up.
I've read all the replies & added my comments to several B4 composing the following. The 5 years of the kind of mileage/usage you've subjected your RV to is an EXCELLENT long term recommendation in anyone's book. You've made what you have, work for you, & that's what is important. Your RV has taken you all over the country & provided you with life-long memories most people can only dream of doing. I, sincerely, look forward to your 10-year REVIEW of MinnieTini. BIGGER is seldom BETTER. I especially liked the Truma Aqua-Go upgrade. Getting rid of that problem-prone Atwood Water Heater is something RV mfgs should do in all of their new production models. Atwood water heaters are RELICS. Your upgrade installation of the Easy Start inside your air conditioner is also something RV mfg should build into their production models as STANDARD equipment. If you ever consider something else, I suspect you'll go with a teardrop model made by nüCamp like the T@B 400.
So I was just talking to my brother inlaw about the sensor in your black water tank. He said his solution is to put about 5 gallons of clean water prior to a trip and let it slosh around in a "clean" tank. He said it often takes care of the issue for him. Figures it was worth a mention
If I remember right, you needed to get axle work. When you do, have them flip your axles and you should get more ground clearance. Happy birthday Minitini.
I watch this channel every Sunday morning while i cook bacon...lol Mini Tini looks great 5 years on! I love the upgrades! Great work Robert! My humble opinion: Start using Stainless steel and ditch the plastic covers on the exterior if possible... cheers!
Nice video! A quick and easy idea for the blackout curtains would be reflectix insulation. It’s an insulation you can get at most any home center that you can cut to fit the window behind the shade. That should not only insulate, but cut out a lot of light, and a $10 roll will probably get all the windows in the camper. Have fun!
I am getting the sense that maybe you are ready for an upgrade. Well, whatever you decide, I think you have gotten your money's worth from this one! Such good adventures you have recorded with a trusty little Minitini to keep you comfortable at night!!
To avoid what happened to your bathroom sink countertop...I simply drape a large still flat, plastic garbage bag, with two sandbags holding the top down in the sink, and then it drapes down over the edge of the countertop and down the bathroom cabinet side facing the shower. Done...no water ever touches the top or sides, and I also put two rolled towels on the floor, next to the outside bottom of the shower pan. Again, any water that might escape, will be immediately absorbed by the rolled towels. So those two things, makes your shower stall, not prone to losing water by a loose shower curtain, or bouncing off your shoulders or head. Works like a charm!
WINNEBAGO! ARE YOU WATCHING? I bought my Micro Minnie from Fretz RV but Traveling Robert is the one who really sold it. In fact, I'd guess that TR has sold more Winnies than any salesperson. As much as I enjoy seeing TR's adventures, I'm always excited to see updates, information, and upgrades on Minitini. I always appreciate the honest look at how things function with use in the real world. It's about time for Winnebago to hook TR up with a new rig!
Hey Robert, have watched now and then, really like your laid back approach to all things RV. This unit, although not being the first pick in the heap, has stood up surprisingly well to the Sun and the Magnitude 6 Earthquake every time you have taken it down the road! You Sticks and Bricks would not fair as well! THX
Robert. I believe Winnebago listened to you because they have made upgrades on quite a few items you mentioned. Thank you. I can agree with all you said. You have constructive criticism and the changes can and some made. I am watching for your comments on your new Minnie.
It's amazimg how far the 2023 have come with the Minnies. Most likely because of your wonderful analysis along with technology. I bought the Wolf Puo 17JG as I am on a budget. The equal Minnie, not really equal because the Minnie is a step up, was $40k or so, for a bunkhouse with slide. I was able to get a deal $24k for mine with the extra solar and lifted (Adenture package). All of the negatives that you listed has been address by both manufacturers. Net, net....great job! We soon with full time in ours and maybe document our journey like you? 🤓
Robert if you haven't been along the North Shore of Lake Superior its worth the trip. Lots of beautiful scenery and water falls to visit also places like Seven's Pizza and Betty's Pies. Safe Travels
Useful video narrated by a guy who tells it as it is ..... appreciate your candid report. All things considered, I think she has tolerated the stress of being on the road very well. 👍 Looking forward to your travel videos.
Congrats on 5 years! We're new to the RV world so it's nice to see that yours has held up so well with the service you've had with it. Great video as usual!
It reminded me our very first travel trailer Apex! Almost the same floor plan! It was small yet very cozy! ❤️ Wow five years on the road! Love your presentation, Robert! 👍 Good luck to you and your wife!👍
Robert. Thanks so much for sharing your thorough detailed video about your Minitini. I love everything about Winnebago’s design. This would be a good video to show Winnebago company this video. I’m sure they will like to hear their customer as the owners of Winnebago’s review and how to keep it improved and strong. Safe travels and hope your home is safe from Dorian. See you on the road next time.
We had a small trailer as well. I may suggest, if you remodel the bathroom, take that tiny sink out and upgrade your shower to a small (tub/shower)! I never understood two sinks for tiny spaces
Another great video. We love hearing your theme song, it always puts us in a good mood. We bought a 2019 Winnebago Micro Minnie 2306BHS partially from watching your videos. We have taken a lot of trips this #summertoremember and love the unit. It only has had a few minor issues and nothing to make us regret our decision. Looking forward to many more years of memories in our little 'Vinnie'
Just found your video in my suggested videos. Great stuff! I would suggest on of the little Honda generators for power. So quiet and fuel efficient. Add another battery or get some Lithium iron phosphate batteries and a 3-4K watt inverter. Range, no oven? One thing the dealers don’t tell you is what a PITA making the beds are. Especially bunk beds.
Robert, Relax, "It's ok but it can at times be, but it's ok". Ouch! lol Smell The Roses & Blow Out The Candle & Relax! Enjoy the Journey look forward to the next one! :-)
Gooooood morning Robert. We enjoyed your review of Mini-Tini. The upgrades you have made over the years have been great ones. Winnebago should take some cues from you. Stay safe my friend. You are always in our prayers. Have a great day. 🌴😎👍
Roberto: ((do you remember me? (no Espanol me perfecto); this 'poet's was GREAT!! You are so honest in your review, and so human; it's just makes a person more confident in following your information; AGAIN: Much as Gracias, Roberto...!! (excuse the 'type-o's)
Interesting to see your videos Robert. I guess I won’t ever get to the US for various reasons but I’m glad I can see so much of it on here. Your little vans still in good shape. Best wishes from the UK.
Good Morning Robert ☕️, hopefully Winnebago will take note of your extensive travels using their minimalistic camper (which I'm sure has surpassed their design use parameters for this model) over the past five years and step-up with some type of sponsorship program. Surly, their executives will take note once they see the advantages, and convert your annuel miles into rolling advertisement along with your UA-cam audeince exposure. Safe Travels ☕️
It is a good description of the place where you live,work and move. Beautiful view of Superior Lake with the magic of the drone. Congrats, keep up...>>>
I can imaginr that we in Indonesia will see alot of RV since we improve our road infrastrutures, so that we can ride from the upper most west part of Indonesia to the bottom east part to Timor Leste. Thank u for your youtube travel videos. Please stay healthy and blessed.
We have a 2015 Winnebago Minnie. It was fun to watch your video to see how it has held up. We haven’t done any upgrades to ours because we’ve found everything to be sufficient. The floor trim at our bathroom door looks just like yours. 😠 It’s definitely made cheap. My sink countertop is ok but it isn’t next to the shower. My bathroom is much bigger than yours. The thing that has been awful about ours is that the paint (red) has faded to pink from the sun. If I had known that I would have bought white. For the most part we love it!
Florida is a great testing ground for any product. That sun is brutal... and then add the salt air. All in all minniteenie is looking pretty darn good... as are you my friend! Some day maybe you can move over to that Class B plus? ... so you can park / navigate in more places. Always trade offs for sure. Thanks for widening my world. 🚐 😆
Since you plan on Delaware and Maryland you might consider the lower part of the Delmarva Peninsula Virginias Eastern Shore. The towns of Chincoteque, Onancock, Eastville and Cape Charles are pretty cool. Camping at Kiptopeal state park is the bomb with nice empty beaches .
Seems like it’s doing pretty well Robert, We have a 2019 Micro Minnie 1700BH that we imported to the UK, weather etc isn’t so intense here so hopefully we will have many years of enjoyment out of it And yup, we did look at them after watching you with yours to see if they has anything suitable that wouldn’t break the bank 👍
This is exactly what I want to do. Just got a fully remote position and looking to get a small RV to travel cross country with just me and my 2 labs and I want to try and hit every national park. So far it's been between this and the Forest River r-pod.
Robert: Phenomenal video -- thanks! Thinking about the quality issues found, I wonder if you think that there is a travel trailer out there that has "zero" (or close to zero) quality issues, irrespective of price? For example, are Airstreams (ultra-expensive TTs) "perfect" in that sense? If you don't consider the purchase price, which one would replace your Winnebago Micro Winnie? Thanks!
For your door handle, buy a pool noodle, cut one side length wise and then cut to length to cover handle. It will look like a "C" from end. Slip over handle for UV protection. I leave mine on during travel and when in storage. I own and travel in a Coachman Freedom Express 246RKS, 26' TT and enjoy the amount of storage space it has. Your truck can pull this trailer.
I like the upgrade of removing the booth/table and adding the counter instead. I like the fact it's higher up for added prep/cooking area, but also as a desk. The only thing I don't like on ANY small camper is the size of the shower/bathroom. Since it's just me, I'd remove the entire vanity cabinet and put in a larger rectangle shower. But if I was ever able to order one brand new, I'd have them remove that area where the tv was and is now your wardrobe, and continue the bathroom wall over from it's door. Put the toilet where the tv was facing it to the driver's side, making a large bathroom.
"...not made with the nomadic worker in mind..." is a very appropriate phrase. When you go to the RV show, look to see what models have changed to accommodate that nomadic worker.
It's amazing how much you have grown on us and we love you. Thank you for all your work. You are part of the family. We all say oh oh we have to go there LOL :)
I love how you took out the dining table and made a comfortable workspace. That makes the space more functional.
I'm 32 and live in Tampa Bay Florida I absolutely love your videos. I've offered before but if you ever come back this way please swing by for lunch. I took a summer job in Colorado a few years back and fell in love with the Midwest. My wife and I live in a studio apartment in the city and love the tiny house idea and my plan was to travel for a few years saving money to build a tiny house but the companies that offer housing Don't normally allow dogs and my small dog is our life so I started looking into campers like yours and again fell in love. The wife was against it at first but having her watch your videos has really helped. We're saving up for a small pull behind camper now and will hopefully be on the road next summer. Fingers crossed. You Don't actually have to read any further but the plan is to live in the camper for one year and save for a small piece of property in Florida. We'll spend the extremely hot and hurricane Florida Summers working in a different state then come home to Florida and vacation for the winter. Or travel. Coolworks.com has jobs everywhere in the country and normally provide free or cheap housing and free meals. Definitely a free place to plug up an RV. Traveling while making good money and not paying for rent would really help us spend more time outside. Thanks for these videos.
Hey, I'll be in Tampa this January for the RV show. Maybe we can hookup then.
I did the Velcro shower curtain as well, but I used two curtains so you enter thru the middle only and both sides are “protected”. Great video, so happy to find your channel.
Sew Magical Plans or just install a magnetic strip on the sink side so water will not come out the middle either.
@@patriciaromanowski7100 thank you what a good idea.
Love your down to earth tell it like it is reviews most refreshing 👍 great memory on all the technical stuff 👏👏
Best RV review out there by any stretch of the imagination!
Wow, can't believe it's been 5 years. Seems like just yesterday it was a brand new camper trailer. Here's to 5 more years (for the channel at least).
Would think “Winna-Bae-go” would make superior RV’s. Just like ALL the others? I want to buy a used camper but don’t know what is dependable . I wanna take my 4 year old son in his grandpas 2004 Tundra V-8 with 70K. Was thinking of a pop up. I remember Winnebago from Christmas Vacation with Chevy Chase :)
You need a lil more room...
Excellent five year review Robert, it seems to be holding up quite well...I really enjoy your videos and music...safe travels to the both of you....From south Florida, wishing you well..
Can't believe 5 years have passed. Thanks for the review and the great videos. The quality of your camping trailer is not what I expected, but I guess they are not as robust as other vehicles. You are living in them, indeed. If you compare that to the upkeep we all have in our homes, it is actually not too bad.
Thanks for a real review of an RV. So many others fill their time with bs technical jargon that I could find myself online. Your down to earth approach and demeanor make watching your videos enjoyable. I also love your editing style keep it up. I am presently shopping for my dream unit and can't wait to share it with you when I get it.
We have a 2019 Micro 2106FBS. I believe all new 2019 and newer models come with off-road suspension and tires. Gives more ground clearance or sure. And the gray and black water tank valve pull handles are situated in the metal frame for protection. Also all of the water tanks are insulated for winter use. The outdoor light is now an LED light strip that runs the entire length of the awning... and it's BRIGHT.
Did your RV come with the problem prone Atwood water heater & do you have any plans to upgrade to the Truma Aqua Go, like Robert?
Robert just letting you know your videos are fantastic. Your reviews are very informative. I hope Winnebago watches your reviews so they can fix the problem areas on there travel trailers. Keep up the great vids.
We have a 2020 micro minnie 2100bh and we love it. Glad to see yours holding up well. Gives me hope for ours.
Mini Tini has been perfect, has all you need to see and show this country in comfort. Thank you, Illi and Mini Tini for a great you tube channel .
Al from Atlanta It takes a true fan to love what you and sit and watch you i can watch you day Robert .
You are such a cool guy, a very pure person ! Thank you for your candour Robert. ☺
Robert, Advise Winnebago that they need to put a plastic strip on each side of the shower, to shunt the water back into the shower. Could have eliminated that particle board problem at the sink edge
In my opinion ripping out the countertops and going for coriander countertop countertop is probably your best bet.
Greetings Robert from Australia, love watching your video's and seeing your beautiful country. Thanks for the tour of your RV seems to work well for you, look forward to the next 5 years. My wife & I love your self song jingle sounds great. Safe travels and keep up the great work. Cheers to you & Illie.
“I’m in Florida and gonna sweat a lot” so need to upgrade to electric hitch” I love that. Great walk around!! Nice towable.
I like the kitchen more than what's in my Jayco. A good sized sink, an almost full-sized fridge, a 3 burner stove and also a sink in the bathroom! I have a 154BH bunkhouse and can sleep more people, but your layout is awesome!
Robert...thanks for this new review of your trailer. At 15.12 in the video you pointed to a the trailer frame mentioning the possibility of something bouncing. Look under your trailer at the frame and see it there are any "signs of cracks" in the Frame...especially in the area you showed in your video. Continued safe travels.
Thank you. I have. I even send pictures to a welder and he said it looked fine. Still makes me kind of nervous
#302 Good morning, Robert. My 23B Winnebago Trend 2014 which I named "The Catherine Clipper:, after my late wife. It has brought me much joy and I have travelled 63,500 miles with it. It too, shows signs of aging and use, but has held up well from Michigan to Florida, the deserts of the south west to the rain forest of the northwest and everything in between. Now I know that I'm not alone with some wear and tear problems. Its very cost efficient operationally, 15.3 to 15.7 miles per gallon on trips.
My husband and I want to buy a small trailer to travel when he retires in 2.5 yrs 😉 we were born and raised in Miami and moved to Lakeland 20 yrs ago. Enjoyed your first video! So many choices to make when choosing a travel trailer!
Thank you for the 5 year review od your trailer
Time goes by fast I remember when you first started your journey
You should travel to NE Minnesota. We're having the fall colors now. Just Beautiful.
Cloquet here!!
Good morning sir! Love your channel. 😊
We always enjoy watching your videos !
Hi Robert, our entire family enjoys your videos and we are big fans of your channel. Thanks for the great content!! Safe travels.
I grew-up on Mackinac Island and my parents still live there. Hope you had a great time. Mackinac is a very unique and charming place in the USA.
Thanks for another great update. Hi from Portland, OR. You'll love adding lithium batteries. We fitted 2, soon to be 4, in a Torklift box in front, and have 3x 200w panels on the roof, on our 1801FB (which is essentially identical to your 1706Fb, except 6" wider). Your videos, in part, helped convince me to go for the 1801, so thank you!
I think that if you remove the TV antenna (as we did), you can fit 3x 160-200 watt panels on the roof.
The new 1706FB has a white interior so the darkness/claustrophobia is minimized. Great review/update, I am thinking about getting one so your video was very timely.
Wow well done Robert minitini has been a great asset and company for you
I’m always impressed by how clean and organized you keep your RV. Love all the storage you have. I have a tiny teardrop with very limited storage so I have to be super creative with where to put things. Thanks for showing us your set up.
I've read all the replies & added my comments to several B4 composing the following.
The 5 years of the kind of mileage/usage you've subjected your RV to is an EXCELLENT long term recommendation in anyone's book. You've made what you have, work for you, & that's what is important. Your RV has taken you all over the country & provided you with life-long memories most people can only dream of doing.
I, sincerely, look forward to your 10-year REVIEW of MinnieTini. BIGGER is seldom BETTER.
I especially liked the Truma Aqua-Go upgrade. Getting rid of that problem-prone Atwood Water Heater is something RV mfgs should do in all of their new production models. Atwood water heaters are RELICS.
Your upgrade installation of the Easy Start inside your air conditioner is also something RV mfg should build into their production models as STANDARD equipment.
If you ever consider something else, I suspect you'll go with a teardrop model made by nüCamp like the T@B 400.
So I was just talking to my brother inlaw about the sensor in your black water tank. He said his solution is to put about 5 gallons of clean water prior to a trip and let it slosh around in a "clean" tank. He said it often takes care of the issue for him. Figures it was worth a mention
Great 5 year review, hard to find this kind of info on a lot of travel trailers, thanks.
If I remember right, you needed to get axle work. When you do, have them flip your axles and you should get more ground clearance. Happy birthday Minitini.
You should send video to Winnebego and become a nomad design consultant. Maybe they will build a test model for you for free!
The Robert-Edition
@@gasauto1675 Exactly. Thought same to myself after my post earlier. Robert is a multi talented man. Muy hombre!
@@WaltANelsonPHD Our favorite RV or is now a brand ambassador For Winnebago and they build them the Robert way.
I watch this channel every Sunday morning while i cook bacon...lol
Mini Tini looks great 5 years on! I love the upgrades! Great work Robert!
My humble opinion: Start using Stainless steel and ditch the plastic covers on the exterior if possible... cheers!
Nice video! A quick and easy idea for the blackout curtains would be reflectix insulation. It’s an insulation you can get at most any home center that you can cut to fit the window behind the shade. That should not only insulate, but cut out a lot of light, and a $10 roll will probably get all the windows in the camper. Have fun!
I am getting the sense that maybe you are ready for an upgrade. Well, whatever you decide, I think you have gotten your money's worth from this one! Such good adventures you have recorded with a trusty little Minitini to keep you comfortable at night!!
To avoid what happened to your bathroom sink countertop...I simply drape a large still flat, plastic garbage bag, with two sandbags holding the top down in the sink, and then it drapes down over the edge of the countertop and down the bathroom cabinet side facing the shower. Done...no water ever touches the top or sides, and I also put two rolled towels on the floor, next to the outside bottom of the shower pan. Again, any water that might escape, will be immediately absorbed by the rolled towels. So those two things, makes your shower stall, not prone to losing water by a loose shower curtain, or bouncing off your shoulders or head. Works like a charm!
WINNEBAGO! ARE YOU WATCHING? I bought my Micro Minnie from Fretz RV but Traveling Robert is the one who really sold it. In fact, I'd guess that TR has sold more Winnies than any salesperson. As much as I enjoy seeing TR's adventures, I'm always excited to see updates, information, and upgrades on Minitini. I always appreciate the honest look at how things function with use in the real world. It's about time for Winnebago to hook TR up with a new rig!
Hey Robert, have watched now and then, really like your laid back approach to all things RV. This unit, although not being the first pick in the heap, has stood up surprisingly well to the Sun and the Magnitude 6 Earthquake every time you have taken it down the road! You Sticks and Bricks would not fair as well! THX
Glad to see you have that new truck.
Better pulling power and more dependable overall.
Definitely
Robert. I believe Winnebago listened to you because they have made upgrades on quite a few items you mentioned. Thank you. I can agree with all you said. You have constructive criticism and the changes can and some made. I am watching for your comments on your new Minnie.
It seems to have held up remarkably good for 5 years of heavy use. A good recommendation for Winnebago.
5 years of the kind of use Robert has subjected his RV to is an EXCELLENT long term recommendation in anyone's book.
It's amazimg how far the 2023 have come with the Minnies. Most likely because of your wonderful analysis along with technology. I bought the Wolf Puo 17JG as I am on a budget. The equal Minnie, not really equal because the Minnie is a step up, was $40k or so, for a bunkhouse with slide. I was able to get a deal $24k for mine with the extra solar and lifted (Adenture package). All of the negatives that you listed has been address by both manufacturers. Net, net....great job! We soon with full time in ours and maybe document our journey like you? 🤓
Great video, Robert! A lot of people don't think to do a video like this after traveling that long. Great information!
Loving to see Lake Michigan. Flew over it going west and actually saw those waves. Small world.
Robert if you haven't been along the North Shore of Lake Superior its worth the trip. Lots of beautiful scenery and water falls to visit also places like Seven's Pizza and Betty's Pies. Safe Travels
Useful video narrated by a guy who tells it as it is ..... appreciate your candid report. All things considered, I think she has tolerated the stress of being on the road very well. 👍
Looking forward to your travel videos.
Congrats on 5 years! We're new to the RV world so it's nice to see that yours has held up so well with the service you've had with it. Great video as usual!
It reminded me our very first travel trailer Apex! Almost the same floor plan! It was small yet very cozy! ❤️ Wow five years on the road! Love your presentation, Robert! 👍 Good luck to you and your wife!👍
Thanks for the "castle tour"! It was very interesting. Have fun and have a good trip at all times 👍👍👍
My favorite changes new getting rid of the tv and dinette. When you get batteries, Battleborn id well worth it.
My husband & find you very intertaining. Enjoy all your tours too!!
Robert. Thanks so much for sharing your thorough detailed video about your Minitini. I love everything about Winnebago’s design. This would be a good video to show Winnebago company this video. I’m sure they will like to hear their customer as the owners of Winnebago’s review and how to keep it improved and strong. Safe travels and hope your home is safe from Dorian. See you on the road next time.
She still looks as good as new! Minitini 2 is also BEAUTIFUL
Great show I am single and loved meeting people and pets while traveling you give me great ideas
We had a small trailer as well. I may suggest, if you remodel the bathroom, take that tiny sink out and upgrade your shower to a small (tub/shower)! I never understood two sinks for tiny spaces
It is just gross to wash your hands after toileting in your kitchen sink. Leave the sink in the bathroom.
Another great video. We love hearing your theme song, it always puts us in a good mood. We bought a 2019 Winnebago Micro Minnie 2306BHS partially from watching your videos. We have taken a lot of trips this #summertoremember and love the unit. It only has had a few minor issues and nothing to make us regret our decision. Looking forward to many more years of memories in our little 'Vinnie'
I am looking forward to your videos about Michigan. Thank you for sharing your trips on UA-cam
Awsome, thank you Robert and God bless you.
Just found your video in my suggested videos. Great stuff! I would suggest on of the little Honda generators for power. So quiet and fuel efficient. Add another battery or get some Lithium iron phosphate batteries and a 3-4K watt inverter. Range, no oven? One thing the dealers don’t tell you is what a PITA making the beds are. Especially bunk beds.
Looks like your trailor has held up good Robert with all the miles it has traveled. Have a good week.
Robert, Relax, "It's ok but it can at times be, but it's ok". Ouch! lol Smell The Roses & Blow Out The Candle & Relax! Enjoy the Journey look forward to the next one! :-)
Glad I found your channel. That the best intro I've seen on utube.
Gooooood morning Robert. We enjoyed your review of Mini-Tini. The upgrades you have made over the years have been great ones. Winnebago should take some cues from you. Stay safe my friend. You are always in our prayers. Have a great day. 🌴😎👍
Thank you!
Enjoyed the tour of your trailer. The drone view was excellent. I love to listen to your reviews.
Roberto: ((do you remember me? (no Espanol me perfecto); this 'poet's was GREAT!! You are so honest in your review, and so human; it's just makes a person more confident in following your information; AGAIN: Much as Gracias, Roberto...!! (excuse the 'type-o's)
Interesting to see your videos Robert.
I guess I won’t ever get to the US for various reasons but I’m glad I can see so much of it on here.
Your little vans still in good shape.
Best wishes from the UK.
Hey Robert can you do a video on your drone, and how to fly it?
Good Morning Robert ☕️, hopefully Winnebago will take note of your extensive travels using their minimalistic camper (which I'm sure has surpassed their design use parameters for this model) over the past five years and step-up with some type of sponsorship program. Surly, their executives will take note once they see the advantages, and convert your annuel miles into rolling advertisement along with your UA-cam audeince exposure. Safe Travels ☕️
Great review. Wishing you many more years and miles of traveling our awesome country.
It is a good description of the place where you live,work and move. Beautiful view of Superior Lake with the magic of the drone. Congrats, keep up...>>>
Thank you. All your videos are of excellent quality and very enjoyable.
Wow, lots of miles! You didn’t mention anything about the tires or suspension. I would imagine you upgraded those as well.
I can imaginr that we in Indonesia will see alot of RV since we improve our road infrastrutures, so that we can ride from the upper most west part of Indonesia to the bottom east part to Timor Leste. Thank u for your youtube travel videos. Please stay healthy and blessed.
I appreciate your review. May be getting this model soon, they may now be 1708s I believe.
Wow poor minitini starting to show her age she's done well Robert you too Jim and bernadette from new Zealand
Woo!! Minitini is holding up!!
We have a 2015 Winnebago Minnie. It was fun to watch your video to see how it has held up. We haven’t done any upgrades to ours because we’ve found everything to be sufficient. The floor trim at our bathroom door looks just like yours. 😠 It’s definitely made cheap. My sink countertop is ok but it isn’t next to the shower. My bathroom is much bigger than yours.
The thing that has been awful about ours is that the paint (red) has faded to pink from the sun. If I had known that I would have bought white.
For the most part we love it!
I'm glad I got the gray model then.
Thanks for the nice video, about your RV. But a low trailer is not bad, it means more stable on the road.
Delaware campground suggestion, Camp Henlopen state park. Its beautiful and has electric and water hook ups. You can fill in another state.
Florida is a great testing ground for any product. That sun is brutal... and then add the salt air. All in all minniteenie is looking pretty darn good... as are you my friend!
Some day maybe you can move over to that Class B plus? ... so you can park / navigate in more places.
Always trade offs for sure.
Thanks for widening my world. 🚐 😆
You have a wonderful life Robert ! Thank you for sharing your videos !! 👍😎
Wow 5 years already, holding up pretty well! Your always thorough. 👍🏻👍🏻
Since you plan on Delaware and Maryland you might consider the lower part of the Delmarva Peninsula Virginias Eastern Shore. The towns of Chincoteque, Onancock, Eastville and Cape Charles are pretty cool. Camping at Kiptopeal state park is the bomb with nice empty beaches .
It was good meeting you at Bay Furnace!
Seems like it’s doing pretty well Robert,
We have a 2019 Micro Minnie 1700BH that we imported to the UK, weather etc isn’t so intense here so hopefully we will have many years of enjoyment out of it
And yup, we did look at them after watching you with yours to see if they has anything suitable that wouldn’t break the bank 👍
You are the best in business hopefully I will see your RV on the road sometime
Love your background music. Really enjoy!!
This is exactly what I want to do. Just got a fully remote position and looking to get a small RV to travel cross country with just me and my 2 labs and I want to try and hit every national park. So far it's been between this and the Forest River r-pod.
Robert: Phenomenal video -- thanks! Thinking about the quality issues found, I wonder if you think that there is a travel trailer out there that has "zero" (or close to zero) quality issues, irrespective of price? For example, are Airstreams (ultra-expensive TTs) "perfect" in that sense? If you don't consider the purchase price, which one would replace your Winnebago Micro Winnie? Thanks!
For your door handle, buy a pool noodle, cut one side length wise and then cut to length to cover handle. It will look like a "C" from end. Slip over handle for UV protection. I leave mine on during travel and when in storage. I own and travel in a Coachman Freedom Express 246RKS, 26' TT and enjoy the amount of storage space it has. Your truck can pull this trailer.
I like the upgrade of removing the booth/table and adding the counter instead. I like the fact it's higher up for added prep/cooking area, but also as a desk. The only thing I don't like on ANY small camper is the size of the shower/bathroom. Since it's just me, I'd remove the entire vanity cabinet and put in a larger rectangle shower. But if I was ever able to order one brand new, I'd have them remove that area where the tv was and is now your wardrobe, and continue the bathroom wall over from it's door. Put the toilet where the tv was facing it to the driver's side, making a large bathroom.
"...not made with the nomadic worker in mind..." is a very appropriate phrase.
When you go to the RV show, look to see what models have changed to accommodate that nomadic worker.
You really got your monies worth Robert. Congratulations!