Nice trailer! I’m currently staying in my small trailer for work so I don’t have to commute but I like that we drive the same truck, a red Nissan Frontier!
I really do like the fiberglass trailers over the conventional types with the water leaks and laminate separation that you see while driving down the roads. They also seem to keep shape due to less flexing than the wood box types or even the Aluminum (Airstreams). A bit more pricey but from what I have read so far the resale is much higher. Thank you for a great video tour - with the plus and minus to owning this trailer.
These trailers are made in Canada, yet the hold the highest rating by US based RV Consumer groups. Quality, and resale are two of the the things that distinguish Escape from other trailers.
Good video. I know what you mean about the lack of space. We bought a R-Pod 178 (about the same size as your Escape) last year to get ready for "1/2Time RVing". The lack of storage and separate space for "personal time" was missed. We sold it after 6 months and ended up getting a Jay Feather 24T. Works out MUCH better for us. Good luck on your adventure.
I guess it is a matter of opinion. Not a good video at all. Very poor editing. Where is a view of the whole inside? All the shots are extreme close ups. And endless shots of him talking, instead of showing the interior while talking.
very well done Casey. Love the trailer. Wish it didn't have a east/west crawlover, but you guys are young. Also, when are all trailer builders going to offer a compressor style refrigerator? so do I notice Airstream, Lance, and Jayco come with them. Gas is less reliable, less room, and down right dangerous. You wouldn't have to cut holes in the camper to vent it, and the compressor style lasts forever.
Thank you for the tour Casey. I had not seen an Escape before so much appreciated. To anyone perusing I believe I would recommend a Bigfoot RV over an Escape. They are similarly fibreglass built and ar Bigfoots e in fact quite famous for their winter use even in extremely cold temperatures (as in -20 or colder) as they have heavier insulation in them. They have 17,21 and 25 ft models. More of the features that are standard on a Bigfoot are options on the Escape. I really like the Bigfoot 25ft model which has a queen bed, dinette and a sofa - but they do have a 17ft with a real fridge, bath, dinette and sep bed if one wants a lighter weight TT. The thing about either of these Canadian manufacturers is that they are high quality RV builders and so they are not on the cheap side. But if you want full fibreglass, dual axles for real carrying capacity, and real craftmanship that holds up then they are great choices.
Thanks for showing the hitch lock, I've watched tons of these camper living videos and yours is the very first one I've ever seen, I never even knew that such a thing was made! Thumbs up for the great info/great video!
I'll do a full video on the fridge / shopping / cooking in the future. We get quite a bit of frozen meat / veggies in the freezer. It's deceptively sized.
Nice tour. I own a smaller Casita. I like fiberglass rigs. A lot of commonalities Escape and Casita. Two people really need more space than what Casita offers though. Casita doesn't seem to be able to keep up a modern look .....still uses designs similar to its campers from 10-15 yrs ago. You'd like to see changes in design once in awhile.
I definitely agree - and that's one of the main reasons we picked the Escape - the nice design. They just redesigned their fiberglass molds, and I don't really like the way they look now (flat front door instead of curved) - doesn't really look like a boat anymore. Fortunately for us, we got a lovely looking one. :)
Very nice little home on wheels. All that electrical techno equipment makes me feel like I need to take some special courses in order to understand the intricacies of use, operation & safety features to include when purchasing for installation😒 Looks like it could become an overwhelming responsibility (job) to keep it functioning properly!!! Thank you so much for your intelligent Overview!! I wish you and your family much happiness as you travel & explore the world together. Good health, much success, & safe traveling to you all. 🌈💫
You mentioned a desire for more space to stretch out...maybe a n exterior Tent where you can set up outdoor furniture with a table suitable for eating or as a desk for work. If you are going to be stationary for several days there are some that are larger, but easy to set up which double as an extra room or mobile patio for outdoor cooking & activities.
The Voltage does tell you the capacity. A 12v battery will be about 14v at 100% and 10v at 0%. You have to find the voltage variance of your battery and then you will know what the battery voltage is at 50%. In most cases a 12v reading is 50% battery Capacity
The deal is in the quality of the build. Lived in it full time for 12 months, and the only thing we replaced were three blinds strings and the water pump ($70). It's an incredible camper.
wow...that make is new to me and looks like a good choice. I took an early retirement & will take 2 years to "see America"...I am looking at Burros, Casitas etc. Just a heads up....if you are looking for nature near your state,,in New Mexico for $225 a year...you can live an entire YEAR in their state parks(14 days at a time each) I may just spend 4 months there,,,,,,at that price its like FREE camping! BTW when i am in Fla i live on a pontoon houseboat I built myself in the Keys(free "camping" on the water LOL) thenks for posting...cheers !
If I was going to buy a smallish travel trailer, the Escape would be high on my list. The Canucks seem to have a knack at building quality products. Also like the Scamp 16' with custom wood interior, the rPod and definitely the beautifully made small Airstreams. Nice video, Tex.
They certainly do have that knack. One year with the trailer, and I only restrung three shades, changed the water pump, and changed the water heater anode rod. That's incredibly low maintenance for a travel trailer!
It sounds like you need a 25 or 26 foot one. Plus you get Generator etc. At first i was trying to find like 10 to 14 Feet, would have been very small. Most of us don't think of the right size because we're all too busy until you move in and see what it's all about. The Gas Mileage is way better then getting a regular size or even diesel full size.
Casey, we also have a 2015 Escape 19, and we also live in San Antonio. Unfortunately we don't get to camp as much as we would like, but we absolutely love our 19. Did I see another video where you sold yours? Not sure.
Good camera work-- steady and smooth and in focus. Probably violates RUclips's terms of service. ;-) On another subject, how much did your Escape cost?
Did I miss the section for the dining table area?? And a sitting area to watch TV?? If so, plz tell me where in the segment, thank you. I like and think it is a smart idea how the same shower head for the shower is also for the bathroom sink.It is also very pretty. I like that it is different andyet looks homey inside.
The funniest part of this entire video was the end. “The only downside is needing more space and a place for personal time”. I love camping and anyone wanting to do the whole tiny house thing is fine, but living in a 19’ camper for 6 months seems miserable mainly as he stated no space. If a camper was my only option due to money etc.. then fine but i really enjoy my huge fenced in back yard where my dogs love to play, my garage where I spend a lot of time and just my house. We travel whenever we want but always nice coming home and having space with our fire pit in the back yard with a beer
please please tell me how comfy is it living with 2 pe? ople in there? also does the doggie like living in the camper? I have plans to buy one but I also want to get another doggie and I want him to n happy living in the camper. thanks for feedback!
okay thank you so much for the feed back! Also did you have to pay for the land where you RV is set up? I would like to find a nice tropical spot not to far from the beach with palm trees or a nice topical wooded secluded area, idk where to start looking for something like that. Any advice? Thank you!
Well Mr. Casey Friday....I like it!!.👍 You'll have people every where with different opinions (and some times those that seem a little unnecessarily hostile like Westernsharpie below) but the important thing here is that you and wife like it. 😀 I appreciate the work involved with edit and making this great video. Thanks for the info on safety and registration too. Thanks for sharing. I wish you guys the best. Be careful out there. 🤗
how do you keep sewer and water hoses from freezing when you are plugged in at your lot?.... the sewer hose runs from the trailer into the lot space drain outlet when you are not boondocking...does it directly flow or do you periodically empty the blackwater tank?.... I'm a newbie
I believe you can get two panels on the roof (better to have the factory install the brackets through the fiberglass when ordering), about 160-200W a piece, and yes, you can keep them installed while traveling.
We pull it with a 2006 manual V6 Frontier. It handles it great - haven't had a single issue. The Blackstone Labs oil reports actually show the truck's engine with _less_ particulates than the first test, so it's like the engine is getting even better!
Very helpful, thanks! I would love to hear more about the electrics. What is the advantage of having the dual 6V batteries? What is it like living full time in a trailer as far as culture in the park? How long do you plan to live in the trailer?
what is the max weight you suggest for a travel tailor if I own a nissan frontier? Mine is a 2016 rated for 6500lbs. we are not full timers and are interested in vacation rv'ing only. great video and thanks for any info.
Wondering if you compared Escape with Casita (which is a 4hr drive from San Antonio)? If so, your thought process in deciding on Escape? Thank you. Tom L.
Nicely made video, Casey and great info. We've just bought a 19' Escape trailer that we will pick up in early 2017 - now even more excited! Happy trails with your beautiful trailer!
Casey, now that you have had time with the 19, are there any options you wish you had or had not done? Are the 2x6volt still working for you? No plans of lithium yet? The 19 seems like a perfect size👍
Just wondering why you drove from Texas to Chilliwack BC yo buy an Escape trailer when you could have bought a Casita from the manufacturer in Texas.Both are really great trailers, but that is one long drive and then all the registration hoops to jump through as well. Maybe Escape trailers are more of a 4 season trailer ?
Great review, I'm looking at buying a fibreglass trailer in the near future and am curious why you chose the Escape over the competition and if you're still happy with it? Thanks in advance.
Great job on the production and voiceover, Casey. Will refer my younger clients to your video when we talk about "alternative lifestyles"! Thanks very much -
You said the air conditioner runs on AC power only. When you are off the grid and out camping, does your battery system convert from DC to AC somehow to run the air conditioner? Sorry if thats a stupid question, I'm just curious. My wife and I have been looking at these for about two years and are considering getting the 21 footer.
No, you can't run the Air Conditioner off the batteries. You have to find temperate places to do dry camping, otherwise it'll get really hot really fast. (The heater runs on a DC blower and propane heat though, so it'll work off-grid).
I can't stand up in a Casita. My wife and I toured Casitas, Scamps, Olivers, Airstreams, and Escapes, and we decided on the Escape because it was better in almost every way.
Casey Friday - Did you check out the "Little Snoozy" ones before you bought the Escape? I recently watched a video about them on RUclips and liked it. Theirs are $20,000. and made for taller people. I was wondering if your Escape is bigger, and what are the major differences between the two. Thank you.
How come you choose to live in a trailer ? I been thinking it my self many times just to save a ton of money, but well summer is awesome but winter in sweden makes it really difficult.
Unless you really rough it, you probably won't save tons of money; however, in the US, we solve the extreme temperature problem by traveling to more temperate climates when certain places get unbearable. Travel trailers aren't built to withstand the extreme temperatures for long periods of time, but they can definitely do it for short spurts. Good luck with whatever you choose!
Thank you for your answer, well here it usually is between -5 celcius in winter and around 20-30 celcius in summer, but still people travel to warmer countries here in summer and winter :)
Excellent presentation. I am in the shopping mode considering only fiberglass models - Scamp, Casita, Escape, ???. I like the Oliver but they are ridiculously priced. I thought the Escape was very nice but I am concerned about getting back to the U.S., registration, tax, and other custom issues. If you had to do it again, would you still go through the hassle or would you opt for a brand manufactured in the U.S.? And how would you rate the quality of the escape in comparison to the Casita and Scamp?
Would ABSOLUTELY get an Escape every time. Other people didn't have the trouble that we did with registration, so it might be a bit easier for you. We toured Scamps / Casitas, and the Escape was not only better laid out, it also looked / felt much better made than the Scamp / Casita.
Thank you so much for sharing this video Casey. I am currently tossing around RV or Tiny house. My kids are grown and I am now disabled after several attempts trying to fix my back. I'm just scared to make the leap. It's the whole,"where can I live semi permanently" in one and I know nothing about how to empty the black tank and just other things that seem nothing to some people but with me alone and disabled, it's stuff I need to consider. So do you basically set up in campgrounds? Thanks again for such a great and informative video!
Yep - you can find some people on RUclips that boondock almost exclusively, but with this small of a trailer, my wife and I would have to fill up with water / empty the tanks every 4-5 days, and that would be no fun; so we just stay in campgrounds for around $600-750/month. I'll be doing a budget video very soon, showing how much we spent in August, so you can get a better idea of what it costs to do this. Unfortunately, I'm no longer a fan of going the Tiny House route (check my previous videos :D ).
Battery VOLTAGE is the most important measure of your batteries condition. Never let a AGM or any other 12volt nominal battery get below 10.5 volts and preferably 11 volts. Any time you go below 10.5V calcification starts on the plates and battery live is diminished markedly. So get a digital read out voltage meter.
In your search for this travel trailer, what was the deciding factor that lead you to the Escape? Was it your tow vehicle, cost, size,etc? The Castia is built in Tx and the Oliver in TN ( but is expensive), so I am thinking since you took the trip to BC , there has to be a overwhelming reason. Did you consider the non-egg lite weights?
Yeah, my wife and I went to a fiberglass rally to check out each brand, and we looked at Casitas, Scamps, Olivers, and Escapes. At 6' 3", the only two I can stand up in are Escape and Oliver, and we also didn't like the layout / floor to ceiling carpeting of the Casitas, and the Scamps just seemed a bit more cheaply made than the Escape. We were impressed by how shiny the Oliver was, but after examining both (and having some construction experience), we noticed that the quality was just about the same on the Escapes and Olivers - and there was a 1-2 year wait list for an Oliver (not that we could afford it anyway) - so we got on the Escape wait list (9 months at the time), and we got a call the very next weekend stating someone had canceled, so we got to acquire a 19 and pick out all the options. We picked the Frontier (tow vehicle) based on our trailer needs, and it has actually turned out to be our favorite vehicle out of all that we've owned. Very reliable truck!
+Casey Friday Thanks for the info! It is a big help. We're the Escapes priced more or less or about the same as the Oliver? I guess I can check it for myself.
Aluminum sided campers are much more prone to water leaks and interior rot. Fiberglass eggs are hermetically sealed, so there is way less chance of a leak, which is one of the main benefits. Trade-offs = no slide-outs, smaller overall floor plan.
Thanks for doing the very informative video. We are thinking about a used 5.0 5th wheel or this 19ft tt. Do you mind me asking what you tow it with? And how well does it tow? Would you buy this again? (FYI, we had a Parkliner fiberglass, and I would not but one again). Thank you.
We tow with a 2006 Nissan Frontier manual V6. Max tow allowance is 6,000 lbs, so this is well below that rating for us. We love the Frontier, and it doesn't have any problems towing. We would buy this again - very nice, reliable trailer.
Did the lock box behind the propane tanks come with the trailer as an option or did you purchase aftermarket? If aftermarket, May I ask where they may be purchased? Great video!!! Great quality and you are very well versed... 😀😀😀
Casey - can you tell me about how your Escape does in freezing weather? I'm thinking I will be spending a fair amount of time in colder climates going full time. Trying to find something affordable (31K is not too bad). Are your tanks and pipes inside a heated area?
We lived in Santa Fe, NM last winter, and the temps got down to about -13 F, and the trailer did great. The only thing we had to maintain was the pair of tank valves (gray and black). They would get frozen shut, so we had to hit them with a heat gun (blow dryer would probably work too) for about 5-10 minutes to get them to open again. Aside from that, it was great in freezing temps, as long as we left a window cracked with the MAXX fan on low, to keep from getting condensation buildup.
Thanks for the tour. Have never been in an Escape before and it looks well made. And is that a Buddy Rider on your bike? How do you like and more importantly how does you dog like it? How much does your dog weigh? Would love some feed back on the Buddy Rider.
This is one of if not best consumer review and tour of any RV I've ever seen. Well done, sir.
Thanks! I aim for quality.
Casey Friday You filled all close up shots . Never scanned over the entire area .
Great that you mentioned the individual products and model info, that is key!
Nice trailer! I’m currently staying in my small trailer for work so I don’t have to commute but I like that we drive the same truck, a red Nissan Frontier!
I really do like the fiberglass trailers over the conventional types with the water leaks and laminate separation that you see while driving down the roads. They also seem to keep shape due to less flexing than the wood box types or even the Aluminum (Airstreams). A bit more pricey but from what I have read so far the resale is much higher. Thank you for a great video tour - with the plus and minus to owning this trailer.
Graeman Thanks for pointing this out. Helped me to understand the price difference too.
These trailers are made in Canada, yet the hold the highest rating by US based RV Consumer groups. Quality, and resale are two of the the things that distinguish Escape from other trailers.
Good video. I know what you mean about the lack of space. We bought a R-Pod 178 (about the same size as your Escape) last year to get ready for "1/2Time RVing". The lack of storage and separate space for "personal time" was missed. We sold it after 6 months and ended up getting a Jay Feather 24T. Works out MUCH better for us.
Good luck on your adventure.
Finally someone shows a hitch lock! NICE!
Well made video. Scripted, rehearsed, articulate, nicely presented, tightly edited. We need more like this!
I guess it is a matter of opinion. Not a good video at all. Very poor editing. Where is a view of the whole inside? All the shots are extreme close ups. And endless shots of him talking, instead of showing the interior while talking.
very well done Casey. Love the trailer. Wish it didn't have a east/west crawlover, but you guys are young. Also, when are all trailer builders going to offer a compressor style refrigerator? so do I notice Airstream, Lance, and Jayco come with them. Gas is less reliable, less room, and down right dangerous. You wouldn't have to cut holes in the camper to vent it, and the compressor style lasts forever.
Very comprehensive. I'm sure you guys are having lots of fun. You even covered the the full time insurance thing. I never thought about that.
Thank you for the tour Casey. I had not seen an Escape before so much appreciated.
To anyone perusing I believe I would recommend a Bigfoot RV over an Escape. They are similarly fibreglass built and ar Bigfoots e in fact quite famous for their winter use even in extremely cold temperatures (as in -20 or colder) as they have heavier insulation in them. They have 17,21 and 25 ft models. More of the features that are standard on a Bigfoot are options on the Escape. I really like the Bigfoot 25ft model which has a queen bed, dinette and a sofa - but they do have a 17ft with a real fridge, bath, dinette and sep bed if one wants a lighter weight TT.
The thing about either of these Canadian manufacturers is that they are high quality RV builders and so they are not on the cheap side. But if you want full fibreglass, dual axles for real carrying capacity, and real craftmanship that holds up then they are great choices.
Great vid, dude. Fun to watch. I wonder if they have a twin bed configuration.
Very well done tour. I like all the specifications for people who are interested in some of your solutions to the electrical supply, etc.
Yep, had to include all the tech specs, just in case anyone wants to compare to trailers of other manufacturers.
Thanks for showing the hitch lock, I've watched tons of these camper living videos and yours is the very first one I've ever seen, I never even knew that such a thing was made! Thumbs up for the great info/great video!
Beautiful trailer
The freezer space seems small.
I find the ability to freeze food saves money and and less shopping trips.
I'll do a full video on the fridge / shopping / cooking in the future. We get quite a bit of frozen meat / veggies in the freezer. It's deceptively sized.
That is true if you are a meat eater.
Nice tour. I own a smaller Casita. I like fiberglass rigs. A lot of commonalities Escape and Casita. Two people really need more space than what Casita offers though. Casita doesn't seem to be able to keep up a modern look .....still uses designs similar to its campers from 10-15 yrs ago. You'd like to see changes in design once in awhile.
I definitely agree - and that's one of the main reasons we picked the Escape - the nice design. They just redesigned their fiberglass molds, and I don't really like the way they look now (flat front door instead of curved) - doesn't really look like a boat anymore. Fortunately for us, we got a lovely looking one. :)
Very nice little home on wheels. All that electrical techno equipment makes me feel like I need to take some special courses in order to understand the intricacies of use, operation & safety features to include when purchasing for installation😒
Looks like it could become an overwhelming responsibility (job) to keep it functioning properly!!! Thank you so much for your intelligent Overview!! I wish you and your family much happiness as you travel & explore the world together. Good health, much success, & safe traveling to you all. 🌈💫
You mentioned a desire for more space to stretch out...maybe a n exterior Tent where you can set up outdoor furniture with a table suitable for eating or as a desk for work. If you are going to be stationary for several days there are some that are larger, but easy to set up which double as an extra room or mobile patio for outdoor cooking & activities.
The Voltage does tell you the capacity. A 12v battery will be about 14v at 100% and 10v at 0%. You have to find the voltage variance of your battery and then you will know what the battery voltage is at 50%. In most cases a 12v reading is 50% battery Capacity
You must have got one good deal to drive from Texas to Canada to purchase this camper! I live in Spring, Texas and that would be quite a drive!
The deal is in the quality of the build. Lived in it full time for 12 months, and the only thing we replaced were three blinds strings and the water pump ($70). It's an incredible camper.
wow...that make is new to me and looks like a good choice. I took an early retirement & will take 2 years to "see America"...I am looking at Burros, Casitas etc. Just a heads up....if you are looking for nature near your state,,in New Mexico for $225 a year...you can live an entire YEAR in their state parks(14 days at a time each) I may just spend 4 months there,,,,,,at that price its like FREE camping! BTW when i am in Fla i live on a pontoon houseboat I built myself in the Keys(free "camping" on the water LOL) thenks for posting...cheers !
Well l saw the outside many times and the ceiling all the time and you..But NO layout video why ????
Go to Escape website to see layouts of all of their models. It only takes a few keyboard clicks!
But we’re already “here”
Too many close up shots of the interior.
yeah! Its a kool trailer. 19' is real effiecient. Its a good price.can u tow it with a small car when not loaded.
the plastic storage sheds they sell at home depot make great extra personal space
great idea
If I was going to buy a smallish travel trailer, the Escape would be high on my list. The Canucks seem to have a knack at building quality products. Also like the Scamp 16' with custom wood interior, the rPod and definitely the beautifully made small Airstreams. Nice video, Tex.
They certainly do have that knack. One year with the trailer, and I only restrung three shades, changed the water pump, and changed the water heater anode rod. That's incredibly low maintenance for a travel trailer!
It sounds like you need a 25 or 26 foot one. Plus you get Generator etc. At first i was trying to find like 10 to 14 Feet, would have been very small. Most of us don't think of the right size because we're all too busy until you move in and see what it's all about. The Gas Mileage is way better then getting a regular size or even diesel full size.
Nice trailer, I have a 1978 17' bolar with the same layout, very functional. Enjoy.
I bet that looks really cool.
okay cool!'thanks so much for feedback Casie and happy trails!!
normally u don't like wet bath model but this trailer is so nice I could be able to over look that nice video
really complete--thank you
I'm about to live that RV life for 2017 about the purchase of 25 foot Coachman travel trailer with slide I'm retired military so i we'll make it work
That's awesome! We did it for about 12 months and we're now in an apartment, but it was a great time while we did it. You'll love it!
Really you gave up on RV life?
Casey, we also have a 2015 Escape 19, and we also live in San Antonio. Unfortunately we don't get to camp as much as we would like, but we absolutely love our 19. Did I see another video where you sold yours? Not sure.
Good camera work-- steady and smooth and in focus. Probably violates RUclips's terms of service. ;-)
On another subject, how much did your Escape cost?
Ha. A 19' Escape equipped just like ours will cost you about $31k USD today.
GREAT video just I did want to ask the price but 31K USD .
Casey Friday cna you list off your options to get to that price above and beyond the standard escape 19 features ?
Did I miss the section for the dining table area?? And a sitting area to watch TV?? If so, plz tell me where in the segment, thank you. I like and think it is a smart idea how the same shower head for the shower is also for the bathroom sink.It is also very pretty. I like that it is different andyet looks homey inside.
Wish there were more trailer parks where I live.
Very nice setup, and I agree with Captain Quirk's comments regarding your camera technique. It was a pleasure compared to others. Nicely done.
you did great job! you should work for HGTV
Thanks - glad you enjoyed it!
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The funniest part of this entire video was the end. “The only downside is needing more space and a place for personal time”. I love camping and anyone wanting to do the whole tiny house thing is fine, but living in a 19’ camper for 6 months seems miserable mainly as he stated no space. If a camper was my only option due to money etc.. then fine but i really enjoy my huge fenced in back yard where my dogs love to play, my garage where I spend a lot of time and just my house. We travel whenever we want but always nice coming home and having space with our fire pit in the back yard with a beer
please please tell me how comfy is it living with 2 pe? ople in there? also does the doggie like living in the camper? I have plans to buy one but I also want to get another doggie and I want him to n happy living in the camper. thanks for feedback!
Just a tad too small for two people to live in full time. Our dog LOVED living in the camper. He's only 15 lbs, so he's pretty happy anywhere.
okay thank you so much for the feed back! Also did you have to pay for the land where you RV is set up? I would like to find a nice tropical spot not to far from the beach with palm trees or a nice topical wooded secluded area, idk where to start looking for something like that. Any advice? Thank you!
How difficult was it to bring it back in to the US? We are looking at Casitas, Scamps, and Escapes.
Your camper is amazing 👍😎
Well Mr. Casey Friday....I like it!!.👍 You'll have people every where with different opinions (and some times those that seem a little unnecessarily hostile like Westernsharpie below) but the important thing here is that you and wife like it. 😀 I appreciate the work involved with edit and making this great video. Thanks for the info on safety and registration too. Thanks for sharing. I wish you guys the best. Be careful out there. 🤗
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how do you keep sewer and water hoses from freezing when you are plugged in at your lot?.... the sewer hose runs from the trailer into the lot space drain outlet when you are not boondocking...does it directly flow or do you periodically empty the blackwater tank?.... I'm a newbie
Very well done review, Escape should pay you per view, thanks for video.
Thanks! I'm just glad to share the good word about the company. More videos coming soon!
I like it, would be nice to see a panoramic view of the inside for one end to the other though!
Great video and talking points. How many solar panels can you instal on the roof? Can you keep them installed when traveling ?
I believe you can get two panels on the roof (better to have the factory install the brackets through the fiberglass when ordering), about 160-200W a piece, and yes, you can keep them installed while traveling.
well made review of the camper.
Nice trailer!
holy cow dude, you really know your stuff!
yamaha superbike yamaha fpr life lol maverick is going to be good with yamaha
I hope he does well!
Good vid and tour, but would be nice to also inlude a wide look of the entire interior in one shot so we can get a sense of the space and layout.
Will be doing that soon.
What a great little trailer. Do you use a Tundra to pull it with or? and how does the truck handle it. Thanks
We pull it with a 2006 manual V6 Frontier. It handles it great - haven't had a single issue. The Blackstone Labs oil reports actually show the truck's engine with _less_ particulates than the first test, so it's like the engine is getting even better!
Very helpful, thanks! I would love to hear more about the electrics. What is the advantage of having the dual 6V batteries? What is it like living full time in a trailer as far as culture in the park? How long do you plan to live in the trailer?
@casey Friday Hi is your frontier 4x4? Do you feel you need a 4x4 to pull the trailer? thanks for the answer
what is the max weight you suggest for a travel tailor if I own a nissan frontier? Mine is a 2016 rated for 6500lbs. we are not full timers and are interested in vacation rv'ing only. great video and thanks for any info.
Did you look at Oliver Travel Trailers out of TN? They look real well made.
Great video Casey and thanks for posting it. Excellent choice of RV.
Wondering if you compared Escape with Casita (which is a 4hr drive from San Antonio)? If so, your thought process in deciding on Escape? Thank you. Tom L.
Would a 2016 Toyota Sienna LE van be able to pull this trailer?
Beautiful trailer
Nicely made video, Casey and great info. We've just bought a 19' Escape trailer that we will pick up in early 2017 - now even more excited! Happy trails with your beautiful trailer!
agree.....new subscriber......hope to see more of your videos on your FTing.
What a gorgeous unit! I know you love it. I have a 16' Casita and have been enjoying it so much 🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞
can you get an oven as an option? My old tioga I miss so much, I loved baking in it.
Yes, you can; and a microwave.
Casey, now that you have had time with the 19, are there any options you wish you had or had not done? Are the 2x6volt still working for you? No plans of lithium yet? The 19 seems like a perfect size👍
Just wondering why you drove from Texas to Chilliwack BC yo buy an Escape trailer when you could have bought a Casita from the manufacturer in Texas.Both are really great trailers, but that is one long drive and then all the registration hoops to jump through as well. Maybe Escape trailers are more of a 4 season trailer ?
THE ESCAPE TRAILER IS NICE FOR SHORT PEOPLE'S, NOT TALL.!!. THANKS. !!.💕💖..👍.
Great review, I'm looking at buying a fibreglass trailer in the near future and am curious why you chose the Escape over the competition and if you're still happy with it? Thanks in advance.
Great job on the production and voiceover, Casey. Will refer my younger clients to your video when we talk about "alternative lifestyles"! Thanks very much -
You said the air conditioner runs on AC power only. When you are off the grid and out camping, does your battery system convert from DC to AC somehow to run the air conditioner? Sorry if thats a stupid question, I'm just curious. My wife and I have been looking at these for about two years and are considering getting the 21 footer.
No, you can't run the Air Conditioner off the batteries. You have to find temperate places to do dry camping, otherwise it'll get really hot really fast. (The heater runs on a DC blower and propane heat though, so it'll work off-grid).
You can use a generator to run the AC while boondocking.
Do you hear the refrigerator running @ night, because the fridge is next to bed ? That would be a deal breaker for me!
If you live in Texas, why didn't you get a CASITA camper from Rice, Texas - which is pretty much just like this Escape?
I can't stand up in a Casita. My wife and I toured Casitas, Scamps, Olivers, Airstreams, and Escapes, and we decided on the Escape because it was better in almost every way.
Casey Friday - Did you check out the "Little Snoozy" ones before you bought the Escape?
I recently watched a video about them on RUclips and liked it.
Theirs are $20,000. and made for taller people.
I was wondering if your Escape is bigger, and what are the major differences between the two.
Thank you.
How come you choose to live in a trailer ? I been thinking it my self many times just to save a ton of money, but well summer is awesome but winter in sweden makes it really difficult.
Unless you really rough it, you probably won't save tons of money; however, in the US, we solve the extreme temperature problem by traveling to more temperate climates when certain places get unbearable. Travel trailers aren't built to withstand the extreme temperatures for long periods of time, but they can definitely do it for short spurts. Good luck with whatever you choose!
Thank you for your answer, well here it usually is between -5 celcius in winter and around 20-30 celcius in summer, but still people travel to warmer countries here in summer and winter :)
@@CaseyFriday but that doesn't answer "Why?", especially if it is not to save money.
Excellent presentation. I am in the shopping mode considering only fiberglass models - Scamp, Casita, Escape, ???. I like the Oliver but they are ridiculously priced. I thought the Escape was very nice but I am concerned about getting back to the U.S., registration, tax, and other custom issues.
If you had to do it again, would you still go through the hassle or would you opt for a brand manufactured in the U.S.? And how would you rate the quality of the escape in comparison to the Casita and Scamp?
Would ABSOLUTELY get an Escape every time. Other people didn't have the trouble that we did with registration, so it might be a bit easier for you.
We toured Scamps / Casitas, and the Escape was not only better laid out, it also looked / felt much better made than the Scamp / Casita.
Thank you so much for sharing this video Casey. I am currently tossing around RV or Tiny house. My kids are grown and I am now disabled after several attempts trying to fix my back. I'm just scared to make the leap. It's the whole,"where can I live semi permanently" in one and I know nothing about how to empty the black tank and just other things that seem nothing to some people but with me alone and disabled, it's stuff I need to consider. So do you basically set up in campgrounds? Thanks again for such a great and informative video!
Yep - you can find some people on RUclips that boondock almost exclusively, but with this small of a trailer, my wife and I would have to fill up with water / empty the tanks every 4-5 days, and that would be no fun; so we just stay in campgrounds for around $600-750/month. I'll be doing a budget video very soon, showing how much we spent in August, so you can get a better idea of what it costs to do this.
Unfortunately, I'm no longer a fan of going the Tiny House route (check my previous videos :D ).
Battery VOLTAGE is the most important measure of your batteries condition. Never let a AGM or any other 12volt nominal battery get below 10.5 volts and preferably 11 volts. Any time you go below 10.5V calcification starts on the plates and battery live is diminished markedly. So get a digital read out voltage meter.
Already ordered one, and I'll be installing it this week. I'll try to put together a video on the process!
cool, where abouts in SA? I ask, only b/c that's where I am and I am looking into different living arrangements like this
You have some wonderful electrical upgrades. Which AC transfer switch did you use?
Can you do a slow pan sk we can seethe whole floor plan?
What is your tow vehicle and how does it do?
Thank you for the review. I assume you we're choosing between Florida and Texas because someone is a diver. Hope you enjoy. 😀
In your search for this travel trailer, what was the deciding factor that lead you to the Escape? Was it your tow vehicle, cost, size,etc? The Castia is built in Tx and the Oliver in TN ( but is expensive), so I am thinking since you took the trip to BC , there has to be a overwhelming reason. Did you consider the non-egg lite weights?
Yeah, my wife and I went to a fiberglass rally to check out each brand, and we looked at Casitas, Scamps, Olivers, and Escapes. At 6' 3", the only two I can stand up in are Escape and Oliver, and we also didn't like the layout / floor to ceiling carpeting of the Casitas, and the Scamps just seemed a bit more cheaply made than the Escape. We were impressed by how shiny the Oliver was, but after examining both (and having some construction experience), we noticed that the quality was just about the same on the Escapes and Olivers - and there was a 1-2 year wait list for an Oliver (not that we could afford it anyway) - so we got on the Escape wait list (9 months at the time), and we got a call the very next weekend stating someone had canceled, so we got to acquire a 19 and pick out all the options.
We picked the Frontier (tow vehicle) based on our trailer needs, and it has actually turned out to be our favorite vehicle out of all that we've owned. Very reliable truck!
+Casey Friday Thanks for the info! It is a big help. We're the Escapes priced more or less or about the same as the Oliver? I guess I can check it for myself.
They are about half the cost of an Oliver.
Nice! My dream trailer is an Oliver, but this looks really cool!
Olivers do look really nice!
Awesome tour!!! You did a great job showing me around your home
Great presentation of a really nice trailer. Thank you for letting us see it.
wonder if the all aluminium campers are better than fiberglass. like camplite
Aluminum sided campers are much more prone to water leaks and interior rot. Fiberglass eggs are hermetically sealed, so there is way less chance of a leak, which is one of the main benefits.
Trade-offs = no slide-outs, smaller overall floor plan.
Sorry I'm not trying to mock your name but I just randomly came across this video of yours and today is *FRIDAY*..!!!
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sorry the one in the wall next to the floor heater is it your furnace ?
The one in the wall is the propane furnace that came with the trailer. The one on the floor is the DeLonghi ceramic heater that I bought at Lowe's.
Have you had any problems with the Aluminum Frame?
We need the most important question answered how much roundabouts will this set me back
Thanks for doing the very informative video. We are thinking about a used 5.0 5th wheel or this 19ft tt. Do you mind me asking what you tow it with? And how well does it tow? Would you buy this again? (FYI, we had a Parkliner fiberglass, and I would not but one again). Thank you.
We tow with a 2006 Nissan Frontier manual V6. Max tow allowance is 6,000 lbs, so this is well below that rating for us. We love the Frontier, and it doesn't have any problems towing.
We would buy this again - very nice, reliable trailer.
Looking forward to watching your adventures. How much is the RV's dry weight? And how much is the average cost of that particular model?
Dry weight is 2600lbs (3800 loaded), and this one cost about $26k USD. This model is currently starting at around $30k CAD.
Did the lock box behind the propane tanks come with the trailer as an option or did you purchase aftermarket? If aftermarket, May I ask where they may be purchased?
Great video!!! Great quality and you are very well versed... 😀😀😀
+Mama Whisner we purchased it as an extra, from the manufacturer (Escape).
Register? Why? To get it out of Canada?
Casey - can you tell me about how your Escape does in freezing weather? I'm thinking I will be spending a fair amount of time in colder climates going full time. Trying to find something affordable (31K is not too bad). Are your tanks and pipes inside a heated area?
We lived in Santa Fe, NM last winter, and the temps got down to about -13 F, and the trailer did great. The only thing we had to maintain was the pair of tank valves (gray and black). They would get frozen shut, so we had to hit them with a heat gun (blow dryer would probably work too) for about 5-10 minutes to get them to open again. Aside from that, it was great in freezing temps, as long as we left a window cracked with the MAXX fan on low, to keep from getting condensation buildup.
Kevin Voyer Yup.
Very good tour...thanks
Greetings from austin Texas !!
Thanks for the tour. Have never been in an Escape before and it looks well made. And is that a Buddy Rider on your bike? How do you like and more importantly how does you dog like it? How much does your dog weigh? Would love some feed back on the Buddy Rider.
I read your review on Slabtown Customs like forever ago. Great vid.
Oh man, I'm so glad that's in the past.
Was this a special order? Was a lot of these things standard or extras?
Great walk through, thanks so much! Just wondering: Did you consider the 5th wheel Escape which would give you private space in the separate bed area?
left out the most important info, how much does it cost base and all in?
May I ask why you didn’t go with a casita?