Living In A Travato | Making Travato Beds Comfortable | Travato 59K
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- Опубліковано 23 лип 2024
- When you choose to live in a 21 foot camper van, a Winnebago Travato 59K in our case, you have to do things to make it as comfortable and efficient as possible. Not everyone would believe that we could sleep on these beds for 3-4 months at a time but thanks to a few changes we can easily do just that. When you’re living in a Travato you have the choice of a 59K or a 59G. In this video we not only show our bed modifications but also discuss why we thought the 59K was a better fit for our travels over the 59G, even though the under bed storage of the 59G fits our lifestyle a little better.
Thanks for the tips 👍 this is going to save me a lot of time and money.
That was one of the most helpful videos I've seen on the topic. Thanks!
You are welcome. Thank you for letting us know that.
Glad to see your channel is catching on! It's neat to see more of the inside of your RV - looks really comfy. God bless my friend!
Thank you Patrick. We are stubborn and persistent and it’s good to be growing for sure. Now folks are recognizing us when we go to a campground. That’s a strange feeling. The van is comfy the way we have it set up. Hope you’re doing well.
Thanks for this video....this was one of our biggest concerns as far as comfort. Love your set up! We are enjoying your Florida vids...have fun!
We are having fun in Florida for sure. We sleep like babies. Not sure why people say that because babies don’t sleep all night usually :-)
You guys are great. Love to have a Travato.
Thank you!
Nice video. You two are naturals on camera. Love your style !
Thank you. If you saw how many blooper outtakes there were for this video you’d probably change your mind :-). But we love doing the videos and meeting folks while we’re out on the road.
I have been looking at the Travato 59K for a long time now! Your videos are by far the best I've seen and have given me exactly the information I need to know. Thanks and enjoy your journey!!!
Wow! That’s pretty sweet to say! Thank you! If there’s anything we haven’t covered about living in the 59K leave us a comment about it and we will try to cover it. Next week the topic is about staying connected in our Travato. We’ll talk about our WeBoost, WeBoost antenna, our Verizon 8800L with the unlimited data and how connecting a Roku to the Insignia TV makes it almost like being at home. We have a Facebook page, facebook.com/Van-Trekking-Lifestyle-806161653088289/. If you ever want to chat about the van or ask questions just reach out to us there. Thanks again for such nice words.
What I like about this video is that you both are in it having a conversation about the journey and I can genuinely tell that you two are an amazing couple. To make a journey for three months and she’s somewhat claustrophobic that says a lot about how well you two get along. Very genuine but also shows that it’s completely worth it to take trips like this. The bed information was great because I agree, and say that two things are important, comfortable shoes and comfortable bed. Great work Owen!
Aaah shucks :-) We both totally and 100% agree about the comfortable shoes and bed. At our place in our journey we have reached a place where comfort trumps everything else. If it’s not comfortable it has to go. Life’s too short. Thanks for letting us know what you like so we can do more of these types of videos. You are truly part of our Trekking team!
Great simple but informative video for us who are interested.
Thank you, we appreciate you watching.
This is great...just bought a K and this was exactly what I was looking for! Thanks guys!
Glad we were able to help. Have fun with your Travato, they are a great way to travel.
Outstanding video. These are the videos folks are looking for. The information factor is important. You guys seem to have found a good fit between the "travel" part and the "technical this is how we live" part. I'm a little more interested in the technical at this point but after I get into this thing it will be the travel...lol. Its the circle of RV ownership...Thanks guys.
The circle of RV ownership is similar to the circle of life. Great analogy. Thanks for the nice comments. We are really enjoying our Travato lifestyle. There are 4 of them in the state park we are in today. Wow!
About to by a K! I’ve been watching all of your videos and love them! I was specifically trying to figure out the beds and you just answered it! I know you’re in an echo now. I so predicate your reviews on campgrounds. Im so excited to start traveling!
Congratulations on getting a Travato. We think you are going to love it. Safe travels out there.
Thank you for the video
You are welcome Bobby. Stay warm :-)
Wife and I love our 59K twin beds, so comfortable, sheet and blanket only!
Down to 41 here in Montana tonight so sheet and blanket plus another blanket might be needed. :-). We love ours too. We just finished the notes for a video about our first year with our K and we are so very, very happy with that purchase. We’re parked in a Walmart parking spot, I’ve got the passenger seat spun around and working... it’s almost like being at home except you can park it anywhere and go anywhere (within reason). :-). Glad you love yours!
I found this video it says it from a few years ago but not sure. I liked when you told of where you got your bedding. It’s good you did that. Especially to make the bed more comfortable. Thank you for giving that great tip. Maggie did look so cute up on the bed laying on that thing you called the husband. She loves it too! I have one myself. It helps my back out. Thank you for this video.
Yes, this video is several years old. But I don’t think it still has value in how we made the Travato beds comfortable for us. Thanks for watching.
59k is the ultimate all weather floor plan. I have not seen anything else that even comes close. 4 years, full-time, it's been easy
4 years full-time is awesome. We totally agree with your statement on the floor plan. Thanks for sharing.
Just watched your video on how you sleep in the Travato. Very nice glad you showed how comfy it is when you don’t out the whole bed together because of the bathroom. I videos from dealers on line when they show you the bed how lay it down then you have to pick up the bed to get to the bathroom if it’s in the back.
Glad you showed how you use it. Thank you Owen and Lynn.
You are so welcome, glad the video was helpful. We did make the beds very comfortable.
Lisa and I really enjoyed meeting you both Wednesday night at Tomoka State Park. We appreciate the time you spent with us to share your experiences! Let us know if you make it to Northeast Mississippi and we will treat you to some Memphis barbecue and don't forget about the Original Oyster House on Mobile Bay. Safe travels!
We loved meeting and talking with you two last night. We hope you enjoy your brief stay at Anastasia State Park. BTW you can check in early there and park st the beach while you are waiting for your spot to open up. See you both again soon. We may make to 50 foot walk again to say goodbye. :-)
Great information for when we finally get our Travado: just started the looking process! BTW: Hope you guys COME BACK TO FLORIDA....that's where I'm from and still live here in South Florida! Let us know when you're coming...be happy to show you our favorite parts so you can see it like a native!
Awesome video
Thanks Reggie!
nice video from two nice people,you have a new subscriber
Thanks for subscribing.
We currently travel in a partially converted Transit van. We use it to take scooter and motorcycles with us sometimes, and use it as a cargo van for hardware store trips. But when we are ready to switch to an rv it will probably have to be the Travato 59k. I love the open floorplan without big monuments in the way, and the rear bath with doors (I'm also claustrophobic). I'm totally hooked on vans (or class B) and don't think I'll go back to other types of motor homes or trailers. Thanks for the helpful bed video.
Thanks for reaching out to us. It sounds like you have your Transit figured out. We were hooked on the 59K the first time we stepped in one. It is just so “open” compared to others we looked at. Stay connected to us and let us know when you get one. :-)
Ed worrying for a minute, but beautiful Maggie showed up towards end of video. I’m hooked on Maggie!
That makes us smile out loud. :-). More Maggie. We get it. :-). Just yesterday a nice couple from Maryland recognized us... well they recognized Maggie. She’s the star for sure. :-)
I agree, the “G” model feels claustrophobic in the rear. There is hardly any living space never mind sleeping space. Even the bathroom seems smaller. In the “K” model, everything seems more spacious! I don’t mind the Desi and Lucy sleeping arrangements at all! My husband might not agree but we’re doing this is for me anyway! This is all my fabulous idea! 😂 This in my opinion is the best floor plan for a couple. So a regular twin size bedding for the driver’s side and twin XL size for the passenger’s side? Curious being that you travel for months at a time, how do you manage with the small refrigerator? Did you buy a separate refrigerator/freezer?
We did not have an extra refrigerator in the Travato. It does mean we go to the store more often.
Thanks again for some awesome info. we have a travel trailer but a lot of your info can be used in any unit. And the nice part of having twin beds is the nights when one of you wants to visit LOL Hug Maggie for us ....
Maggie enjoyed the hugs :-)
Love how neat your bed looks! I didn't think about putting a mattress topper. Something to consider =)
Thank you. That would be Lynn’s handiwork. :-) She makes the beds every morning while I do other chores. She said if we could not have sleeping bags she’d make the beds forever. :-)
The memory foam topper makes them so much more comfortable. :-)
We are considering a Travato and have pondered the G vs. K. Especially because we thought of the same problems you experienced. This video really helps the process.
Glad it helps John. As you can see from our channel, we’ve put 14,000 miles of travel being in our Travato and we’d be the first to say it is NOT perfect... but when you look at dollars spent vs. functionality and quality it is really, really hard to beat. We are loving how nimble this is... the turning radius, the ability to drive anywhere and the ability to park anywhere. You get that with other B’s too but for the money spent to get into this lifestyle it was a great decision for us. Good luck with your decision making process. If we can help with anything just ask.
@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle You can expect to hear from us.
Thank you for the good video; great idea; we have the K as well, maybe try your idea out;
We appreciate you watching and commenting.
One of the things that sold me on our 2018 Travato was how comfortable the beds are. We downsized from a 28 foot Keystone travel trailer and the bed in that thing was second only to sleeping on a concrete slab.
We’ve had our share of concrete slabs. If it doesn’t give you the comfort of a good night’s sleep and it is too big to park anywhere... well, you made a great choice downsizing. Like us you probably figure out pretty soon that you don’t need all the room and stuff with you. Thanks for being with us!
I have a caravan and the mattress is harder then a rock. I have tried 2 different toppers still trying to find a solution. Glad you found your solutions.
A good nights sleep is important. I hope you find a topper that you like. Thanks for watching.
Great info... dawned on me the resemblances to Bill Murray
You could also try Beddy’s bedding if you haven’t thought of it! Your setup looks awesome but I think Beddy’s is awesome because it’s all one piece!!
One of these days I hope to get the Beddy’s bedding they look awesome. Thank you for the suggestion and for watching.
Good info!
Thanks.
A really Sweet couple. we love your videos. Tell us about cooking, food storage, noise, everything as my husband and I are seniors who travel for ministry and we need a motor home. We are concerned with leaking roofs, repairs, breakdowns, etc.
Thank you for your ministry. We will continue to share all the thing we encounter.
You two are so cute, and so is Maggie. Where did you buy the thick mattress pad? Not the foam topper. I have the foam topper on my side too, and we make our beds the same as you two. Thanks for the video!
Thank you. We bought the mattress pad at Bed Bath and Beyond. Both of them are twin/twin xl. They were all together during back to college days but they should still have them. Any thick mattress pad should work since the beds are not too deep.
Great video. Can you also do a video on your Truma heating
You bet! We'll add it to the list. Not using much heat in sunny Florida these days but hot water has been flawless.
Thanks for the bed informatiom!. Did you consider adding in a piece of foam or other material in the void between the Froli sections? I was wondering if that would have helped.
Wise!!!! We actually did that after the view was taken. It does help quite a bit for us princess side sleepers. :-)
You may consider a comfortable alternative and that is the Beddys system. A little pricey but oh so comfy and easy to make up.
We considered for sure. Since this video we’ve gone through so many iterations of bedding. :-)
In the future, check out beddies. They make making the bed so easy.
Will do. Thank you. So they fit the T beds?
We bought the 59k for the separate beds and in the G half the space is taken up by the center bathroom.
We felt the same way. I hope your are enjoying your 58K.
Thanks for your video, great information. After the topper and other bedding how high off of the floor is the top of the bed? Did the added height make it more uncomfortable to use as a seat - as in using it for dinette? Would also appreciate knowing the stock height of the bed before additions.
When we sat on the bed we always sat with our backs on the back part of bed and legs stretched out in front of us other times I would just cross my legs. I’m sure it would make using the dinette harder for shorter people. I’m sorry I don’t know the height of the bed before additions, we don’t have the Travato anymore. Thanks for the question.
hey y’all,
i would be interested in your thoughts on the tire repair kit as a substitute for a spare, the amount of storage under the passenger side bed, the van’s insulation in cool weather and generator noise both inside your van and out and whether you utilize a generator muffler...
i appreciate your thoughts and look forward to your future adventures...
We will add it to the list Dusty. Whew it was humid in Florida last and Lynn didn’t want to run the ac so cold weather would feel good at night right about now :-)
Thanks for video! I enjoy getting tips on the Travato. I picked mine up in December but haven't had a chance to drive it much yet.
If you run out of topics to cover, I'd love to know if you have any tips on dealing with the rattles, especially the bathroom doors. Right now I just turn up the radio 😁
We will add rattles to the list to cover. Anything else you’d like to add? We see always looking for suggestions. At least that way we know at least one person will like it. :-)
You both are really likable, love the way you look at her while talking. I’m 6’1” my wife is 5’5”, no dogs. Would we fit?
I try to look at her the way my dog looks at me. :-). I started out as 6’ but shrunk to 5’11”. Lynn is 5’ 4”. Im stretched out on the bigger bed right now with lots of room to spare at the bottom of the bed. I would think you’d fit easily. I would suggest finding one for sale, closing the door and stretching out on it. That’s what we did to make sure we loved it. Thanks for watching. Let us know if you any other questions and we will do our best to answer them.
I try to look at her the way my dog looks at me. :-). I started out as 6’ but shrunk to 5’11”. Lynn is 5’ 4”. Im stretched out on the bigger bed right now with lots of room to spare at the bottom of the bed. I would think you’d fit easily. I would suggest finding one for sale, closing the door and stretching out on it. That’s what we did to make sure we loved it. Thanks for watching. Let us know if you any other questions and we will do our best to answer them.
Love this you tube video. I am 72 and thinking about getting k or kL Trivago. Bed should work for wife and I.
It is a great option for retired couple. You’ll love it!
Thank you very much.
Do you think the GL Travato has the same bed type cushion type.
My brothers will be in his 2022 in a few weeks.
Thanks John Houli Houlihan
I’m not sure about the cushion especially from year to year.
Thank you.
My brother will be in A GL model 2022 in two weeks do you think the bed in that model is the same as yours.
Do you think he sure buy the foam cushion and then the topper as well.
Thanks Houli Houlihan
It’s not the same mattress, the mattress in the Revel is like a puzzle bed with two bolsters at the top. I’ve seen the mattress in the Travato G, but I’m not sure what size it is. Most RV mattress are not very comfortable so your brother might want to buy some kind of topper. I know the G’s bed can fold up so he’ll have to keep that in mind.
How do you support your backs when sitting on the edge of the beds with your feet on the floor? Do you use the table that sets up in the middle? Thanks!
Hi. That’s actually a problem. Even before adding the extra height of the mattress topper and pad you couldn’t comfortably reach the floor so your feet kind of dangle. If your feet reached the husband pillows would provide decent back support. But we don’t sit on the beds. We swivel both front seats around and when we are sitting we sit there. When we are lounging we really lounge laying down on the bed. We actually left the big table and the support legs at home and opt to use the two front “tables” instead and safe the storage spade. Works for us but it might not for everyone. Thanks for connecting with us.
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Thank you! We pick our K up in about a month and I’ve been trying to figure out the best and most comfortable way to outfit the beds so your timing is perfect. We also will leave the beds as twins for the same reasons, and you really helped me figure out sheet sizes. I would love to hear about using the Truma at night and how long your propane lasts. Also, why didn’t the one topper work? Was it too short or too deep, etc? Thanks again!
Hi Pam. Thanks for the great comments and questions. Glad it helped. The first cotton mattress pad wasn’t enough cushion for me with that hinge in the middle. It was fine for Lynn though. We will do a video on the Truma soon but we love it love it love it. Last filled up propane on August and just filled again 2 days ago. :-)
So, a twin sheet fits? I’d have thought the bed would be too narrow. Who knew! That could be just the floor plan I need to travel with my friend Dick.
Yes, a twin on the drivers side and a twin xl on the passenger side.
Can you please share what kind of topper you put on the beds and where to find them? we just bought a new Travato 59 KL & it will be our first camping experience in it.
We have a Revel now and have a different topper that we highly recommend. It’s listed in our Amazon store in the Inside area, here’s the link if you are interested. www.amazon.com/shop/VanTrekkingLifestyle. We also did a quick video on it a couple of weeks ago. ua-cam.com/video/NudQnmQf1gA/v-deo.html
Hi guys! Love your videos I’m now a loyal subscriber! I’m
Trying to figure out the best class b van to get. Very interested in the travato. Trying to learn which would best suit me. I will want to boondock and also camp at campsites. I worry about running AC on a loud generator. Do you feel your van can boondock easily? It’s just me and my 2 dogs but if I ever have company on the road that bathroom dance in the middle of the night is something to consider. Thanks for all your wonderful info. Ps what would be your 2nd choice for a class b van if not the one your in? Thanks guys! T
Money is always an issue... but if money were not an issue the 59KL or 59GL solves your need perfectly. But, to answer your question we've run the a/c off the generator many, many nights as we've boondocked. It is loud but sometimes that's a blessing in disguise. If you're looking at used Travato's with just and your dogs and you need to work from it, I'd look closely at the 59G model. Big enough bed for you and a work area and storage. We love our K but we waffle back and forth between that and the G. Also, if you buy a new one, don't be fooled by low hours on the generator. A good rule of thumb is to determine how many months old the van is and multiply that by 2 and that's the minimum number of hours the generator should have if it's been exercised properly. Have fun dreaming, looking and planning... that's one of the most fun parts of this journey. Thanks for being with us!
Forgot to answer your question about 2nd B choice. These days there are a lot of choices similar for the Travato available. For us there are two that are on our list that we keep an eye on besides the Travato. The Winnebago Revel because of it's 4WD and the Leisure Travel Van Wonder because is the extra living space, safety features and garage for bikes and toys. Both are much more $$ so they stay on the wish list. 👍
Thanks for the video. I am 6'6", seems like the passenger side bed would be big enough, what do you think?
It’s been awhile since we had the Travato, but the best I can remember it would be really close. You might want to double check the dimensions on their website.
Hi guys. Kelly and I really enjoyed meeting you both at the Travato gathering in Tampa. I asked you about the small handheld camera that you use but didn't write down what it is. Could you tell me again the model or a link to where you purchased?
It was great to meet you two too. The small camera I use now is a DJI Osmo Pocket. Here’s the link to it: DJI Osmo Pocket Handheld 3 Axis Gimbal Stabilizer with integrated Camera, Attachable to Smartphone, Android (USB-C), iPhone www.amazon.com/dp/B07KVV1W5S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BhHsCbEV0DCM2. Hope to see you again soon.
lifestyle thanks for the quick reply. I will check it out
Hi, At night have you had the air conditioner on all night? If so is it because you are connected to shore power. Down in South Florida you might need your air conditioner on all night!
We have many times. Noisiest little a/c unit ever. But keeps us cool. But you’re right we need shore power to run it.
Hello, I see the video is four years old but nothings changed with the twin beds…
How thick is the topper that you use?
What do you do with all that bedding if you want to use it as a couch for people who visit?
Thanks
We used a 3in twin topper on the beds. We kept them made up durning the day so we didn’t have to store the bedding anywhere. We didn’t mind sitting on top of the blanket.
good info!! looking at this unit for it's openness now. Question, how big is Maggie and is she able to jump up on the bed, or do you have a little step for her? My 2 Havanese boys are bed hogs and need to be up there with me :) not sure if they will be able to reach...
Maggie is about 30-35 lbs. It is hard for her to jump up because she needs a little run and go, but she does it. It is easier for her to get down.
@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle thanks so much guys! I may need a little step stool for my rascals. Take care!
Great review. Do you have enough leg room in the driver's seat? Thx
Thank you. I do. I'm a smidge under 6 feet tall. Works great for both of us. Seats are very adjustable too and we can ride for long days with no back issues at all.
goprenow this is my husband’s concern on long drives. He’s 6 feet.
We picked the K for the same reason as you. Really appreciate your full description about the bedding. We hadn't thought about the dip in the longer bench so will get a topper for at least that side. I also hadn't thought about needing the twin L so will check tomorrow to see if our sheets fit before heading out. We also wanted to keep the beds made up so we have bottom and top sheet with duvets and I bought a queen size French cotton coverlet and cut in half lengthwise it is a perfect fit. Thanks much!
We are also wondering about the sewage hose and whether you are using the 10ft that comes with the van or a longer Rhino one? If using Rhino, how do you store it?
Well first of all that you for the nice comment. We are glad you’re enjoying the videos. That gap may not bother you like it did me. We have a great mattress at home and this one is well not so great. It is now with the topper though.
This is what we use for our sewer hose. You can park close enough to dump to usually get by with just this one. It will fit in the outside tube with the connector on. We store the elbow in a bag in the back wall storage. We also store an extra 5’ there too Hanging on the wall and a connector just in case we can’t quite reach. It goes in a dry bag that seals and keeps odors out.
Hi Owen, Sorry but I'm not sure what you mean in the first sentence when you say "this". I've been looking for a pic or link but don't see anything. Would you mind clarifying? Also I did go out and check our under springs and they seem to have a tighter fit. So we might be okay with the mattress cover but really appreciate the idea of the topper. We bought our sheets at IKEA and they do have the longer length which means it will be too long on the shorter mattress. I think the XL is the European standard so perhaps that's why their sheet fits.
One more little tip about the under storage, we had a variety of things we wanted to store under and wanted them to be separated. The little food shopping fabric pop-up boxes from our local grocery store fit exactly and add no extra weight. And we found a tip early on that worked for the foldup broom, it fits perfectly inside the passenger table without inhibiting the table pull out.
Thanks again
My fault. Forgot the link.... here it is Prest-O-Fit 1-0061 Blueline 10' Ultimate Sewer Hose www.amazon.com/dp/B000BGM830/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_N93uCb4AQJME3
Thanks so much for the link! Also, an update on the Ikea bedding, their sheets fit the length but the mattress cover we bought there didn't so not all of their product is Euro sizing. We're getting very impatient to get going:) @@VANTREKKINGlifestyle
Where do you store your bedding during the day?
We always left our beds made up just so we wouldn’t have to store the bedding.
Where in Florida do you stay for 3 months at a time?
We stayed at the Madeira Beach KOA near St Petersburg. They have long term rentals.
I worry the beds aren’t wide enough. Twins usually are 38” wide. Travail beds are 30”. No problem as an adult?
We didn’t have any problems with the width and we our dog sleeping with us too.
Did you put a foam pad on it?
Yes we did. Memory foam pads on each bed.
We recently purchased a Travato 59 k Loved your informative videos. What type of topper do you use on Lynn’s side? Saw your foam one for Owen. Also would like to get a Blackstone Griddle,but where can you store it? Do you pull a small trailer for those extras?
Thanks Suzanne
Hi Suzanne. Congratulations on your Travato. We do pull a trailer sometimes. We have a small storage box on the back door and the griddle can ride on or in that.
Missed a question. We both have memory foam topper. We bought a king and cut it to fit.
@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle will check out our storage rack and see
@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle thank you, as was out looking for topper today
Put plywood under bed mattress.
We tried that too, later. Thanks for the suggestion.
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