Our hotel was two miles further on the end of very steep and snowed road.
Distances can be vast in Australia and the last thing you need after driving all day is zips, tent pegs, and canvas.
I think we have more energy saving measures on our campers. It is specifically designed for free or bush camping in absolute comfort. Communication takes please via an online forum, which is frequently used. So how is it that Truck Camper Magazine enjoys a vibrant readership from South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and beyond? We like to go to remote and natural areas and dont want to be dependent on paved roads. I bought the truck in Sacramento, California in 2010 and the camper at the factory in Colorado in 2011. We pull a boat trailer carrying a Linder aluminum dinghy, outboard, and fishing gear. Truck campers are a real rarity in the United Kingdom as pickups are not a really common leisure vehicle and mostly used by tradesman. Norway is one of the easiest countries we have found for touring in a camper. We had thought about a camper van after years of tent camping. Im just interested in truck campers. We have a community on the internet, make short trips, and enjoy the outdoors. Truck campers have a small niche in the market with a few made here and the rest imported by Mystic RV.
The cost of diesel makes idling at the traffic lights a blood sport. Pick From Supermarkets to Motocross Trails; two unexpected and incredible passion tours. Im an active truck camper owner in Great Britain. Ringstead Bay has a stunning coastline and good inshore fishing. Blake Hooper, Nagoya, Japan No truck yet No camper yet. First, most truck camper manufacturers are based in the United States and Canada and do not export. Many truck camper owners in Australia have opted for one of the locally available trucks like the Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max, and Nissan Navara, but these have to be fitted with a lazy axle (or tag axle I think you call them). It is small compared to American cells, but it is comfortable with all the amenities for one couple. We have to unpack everything we need at the place if we are staying a day or two, or for five minutes. As you can see, I have Rieco-Titan electric jacks on board and that allows me to leave the camper and explore the rougher tracks when free camping. Most years we also undertake passing through as many as nine European countries and ending up as far south as possible. A lot of the free camping is available in stunning areas. Get your passport. I live in Japan and am very interested in truck campers. With some local advice and the right attitude, Peru is a great place to travel and camp. We do not bring much food from home, but like to get inspired by the local supplies.
We mostly wild camp and avoid campsites whenever possible.
Its a multi-stage DC battery charger, a multi stage AC battery charger, a solar regulator, a vehicle battery isolator, and an advanced battery monitor designed to keep us informed on the state of our battery which is our lifeline while bush camping. The external power outlets and satellite allows me run my business from anywhere in the country, including Ship Creek which is in the middle of Woop Woop. Ian King, Auckland, New Zealand 2012 Chevy Silverado HD 2012 Northstar Laredo. Over the years, I have observed the manufacturers emphasis on smaller and smaller truck campers, so the future for owners in my continent looks better. In Germany trucks are not so common as they are in the United States. We rarely see other truck campers on the road over here and Im not aware of any clubs. I have thought that its my fault for not bringing the shortest possible truck camper across the ocean with the truck. Still, you can buy two of these with a lazy axle for the price of one American truck. Its time to vote for your favorite Medium Mods from Julys Iron-Mod contest. You also can find nice campsites close to a city or in the countryside. Transporting the two together would have been much easier. We prefer camping in forests and mountains; Karpaten, Pyrenen, North Scandinavia. Tony Sutton, Kingswinford, England 2007 UK Ford Ranger 2005 Northstar 650 DL. I have a four wheel drive truck modified with 37-inch off-road tires. When we go truck camping we also like to have good food.
We do have a few small workshops in Poland trying to satisfy their customers. Additionally, campers have to be made compliant with Australian regulations which is also expensive. The Northern Lite owners regularly get together, whoever is available, at various sites around the country. Originally, there was a queen size bed, but now it has a single one. We were very happy to stay comfortable for a longer time in the resorts, but I always dreamed about tramping, vagabonding, and gadabout-ing! Frank Sedelis, Berlin, Germany 2015 Ram Northstar Freedom. Worse still is the availability of parts and service outside a few major cities and even then it is slightly worse than bad. The frustration of not simply shopping and buying rig makes truck campers difficult to come by. Trucks are the big issue out here. Trucks are smaller here, but have a reasonable payload, and there are a range of European-built truck campers designed for them. We normally get approximately 25 to 30 rigs for the meet and have north and south meets alternately each year. We took a summer trip to Edinburgh for the Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. Finland has many national parks and we made the most of the abundant blueberries which carpeted the forests. Unfortunately, heavy duty American pickups have to be converted to right hand drive in Australia, which makes the whole rig expensive. We have two different cabins which can be switched.
All land in England and Wales belongs to somebody and wild/free camping or boondocking isnt encouraged. In the summer we have solar panels and LPG gas, so we can be off-grid full-time. This year we are doing a two-month Scandinavian/East Europe trip to France, Belgium, Holland, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Belarus, and Poland. I am planning to visit warm destinations in the outback of Australia during our winter from June through August. With our truck camper we have traveled throughout Europe, as well as Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyztan, Mongolia and Gobi Desert, Russia, Morocco, and the Sahara desert. I have not paid for a camping as we also have Apps like Wiki Camps. Personally I enjoy the route from Lima to Cuzco and Machu Picchu which takes you from the driest desert in the world, through snowed-in passes at 15,000 feet in the Andes, to the Amazon Basin; all within 1,000 miles of each other. Because of pollution regulations in our region, we were forced to sell the Toyota. We now have more storage in the area where normally the wheelbases are and the camper is a bit higher, which is great for driving through water.
I personally know of several people who own these vehicle and have ongoing problems. The group has around 360 members nationwide is growing.
If anyone is thinking of coming down under I am more than willing to share what experience I have. However, if you are looking for beautiful historical venues, visit Krakow, Gdansk, Kazimierz on Wisla River, Torun, Malbork or several medieval castles. There are not many restricting laws concerning camping (as in some of other countries) so you can spend your time here comfortably. The annual start will be at the Holy Mountain of Andechs Monastery one week after Easter from April 21-23, 2017. I was thunderstruck. We purchased our Northstar Laredo rig in the United States and travelled there for three months before shipping the truck and camper back to New Zealand. Who in the world is reading Truck Camper Magazine? For Toyota trucks, we have the internet platform which is the biggest community for Toyotas in Europe, or may be even the world. Our Northern Lite Australian Ultimate Edition Camper is unique to Australia. We came to truck camping because we dont like RVs with long overhangs because you cant leave paved streets with them. Id like to own a RV in the future and a truck camper would be my first choice due to the versatility. Australia is made for truck campers as many narrow part-time four-wheel drive tracks do not have the space to turn a caravan around. This coastline is known as the Jurassic Coast and there are great opportunities to find fossils uncovered by coastal erosion. The Japanese folks that are fortunate enough to have enough room to park a RV or live outside the city usually camp at service areas or rest stops near an attraction or private campgrounds. We spend the winter stationary (unmounted) in northern Swedish Lapland, and tour on the road for the rest of the year in the United Kingdom or elsewhere in Europe. Sandy Baltic seashore on the north is a place for lovers of romantic rest in quiet areas, except for in July. This model of Tischer is a lightweight model coming in at 600 kilograms wet. The quality is very different, but normally the campsites are clean and offer more or less comfort. As the number of midsize pickup trucks are growing fast, the demand for truck campers is growing. We did not want a towable. We also have a Facebook page which is also quite popular with 550 members. My camper originated in Elkhart, Indiana. This was a big embarkation point for British and American troops during the D-Day landings in World War 2 and there are lots of historical relics in the area from this time. Im an active truck camper owner in England. Last year we traveled in England, Scotland, Wales, and France with our two dogs. My wife and I regularly go on tour in Germany, Denmark, Sweden, France, etc. Its becoming more popular. We do not like commercial campgrounds because they are full of tourists.
Theres no television in our rig. The rig was shipped to Australia in a container in 2015. The camper has a dry weight of 600 kilograms. The camper is a 2015 Klassic Camper and is called the Outback Tracker. We swam in the clean lakes and had sauna of course! It is an ongoing job keeping on top of the rot, but it acts as a mobile base for hiking, cycling, and kayaking. We had different trucks in that time, but finally ended up with our Toyota HZJ79. Sometimes these are just parking areas where you can get electricity and have the possibility to dump your toilet. Hilly aka John Hill, Melbourne, Australia 2009 Chevy Silverado 3500 2012 Lance 1181. I love truck campers, but the rest of my family does not.
As long as the new US President does not start an economic war, there is a growing demand for United States truck campers in Europe. We joined the caravan and camping club so that we can use their small and inexpensive sites. My 2006 Ford F150 King Ranch has 56 feet bed. Founded in 2007, TCM is the RV community's number one source for news, reviews, guides, newbie advice, destination ideas, maintenance recommendations, modifications, and more.
My truck camper friends are not aware of any truck camper clubs or gatherings in Australia perhaps because CMCA is the major group and truck campers come under their banner.
As our truck is fully off-road prepared, we also take it off-tarmac and into the mountains. Truck campers are not very common in New Zealand, so draw a lot of attention with our rig.
The Australian Ultimate extras include a 300-amp hour LiFePo4 battery with its own cell balancing system, a 2,500 watt pure sine wave inverter that automatically maintains 240-power throughout the camper as soon as the mains or shore power is disconnected, which in our case is most of the time. There is an internal 47 liter refrigerator and tons of storage space under the bed. My conclusion (coming from my earlier one year long stay in your country) is that Americans are the masters in doing everything the most effective, useful, and simple way. If you like to do a trip to Germany and Europe you can find us at: wohnkabinenforum.de and wohnkabinen-talk.de. It is a fantastic landscape and the people are very nice. Mostly we run into a predominantly European crowd of overlanders enjoying the country to themselves. My trips always have a high off-road content! We have the internet platform where meetings all over Germany are being organized. One F350 owner from Perth in Western Australia went back to Melbourne in Victoria (think L.A. to New York!) The catch of the day is usually mackerel or bass, which tastes great barbecued fresh from the sea. I enjoy walking in the mountains, going to strange countries, and sightseeing. Official campgrounds are few and far between. The reason for Americas world dominance in the truck camper marketplace stems from two basic facts. We do not drive too much, but most times we drive every day. All these years finding the proper camper for it has been impossible. For them motorhomes are better and more flexible and practical for the family business. People can not imagine how to live in such a small room. I have an external shower, with a two meter by three meter awning out over the back door, which is not shown in these shots, but has replaced a storm damaged one. The majority of retirees and the like in Australia either tow a caravan (travel trailer) or motorhome and stay at Caravan Parks most of the time. The off-road capability of our truck camper rig allows us to access all our remote national parks and coastal areas.
The hardest part is deciding if you wish to travel the Outback, or lush mountain areas on the mainland, or Tasmania. Our 2008 Skarosser Polar 4.0 camper is a hard side and was built in Sweden, where they use them down to -30 Celsius (-22 Fahrenheit) thanks to their excellent insulation and Alde central heating system. The moderators and members have given me extensive help since buying my camper. Adrian Cloonan, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2016 Nissan Navara 2006 Northstar TC700. We would be happy to meet some of you guys in Germany. Most are around a 3-liter common rail diesel but fitted with a lazy axle have a legal two ton-payload. Our camper was built in Sweden and well equipped for the frozen winter temperatures above the Arctic Circle. In Europe, the overall number of the trucks is catastrophically smaller than in United States. This has to be done at the Northern Lite factory in Kelowna, Canada. There is also a number of local European manufacturers, mostly German and Italian, but, in my opinion, there is only a few brands which can try to compete with the American ones on quality. Smart Axle Could Revolutionize Truck Camping. There are only a few generators used in Europe. So my plan is not to buy an European truck camper but an American one. Last week we finally decided to find out. All the time you have, similar to the trailer, your comfortable moving home with you and independent vehicle for exploring the neighborhood. This is costly and somewhat restrictive. The camper is fitted with an Air Command Air Conditioner which weighs 27kg and will run easily on a Honda 1 generator. If camping is allowed, its only backpack tent camping. The camper has an external kitchen on the left hand side and has a 12-volt refrigerator, small gas cooker, sink, hot and cold water, and plenty of storage. I have traveled in this rig throughout most of the western United States (as far north as Alaska) and Canada and down the Baja peninsular in Mexico. Second, most truck campers are designed for American pickup trucks. Last summer we stayed for over thirty nights in the backcountry. Alberto Sacio, Lima, Peru 2012 Toyota Hilux 2012 Four Wheel Camper Fleet. Paul Kellagher, Ireland 2008 Landrover Defender 130 2009 Ranger Camper. There are also plenty of good walks along the cliffs and beaches with fantastic views over Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour. Weve traveled through Europe and North Africa in our old Shadow Cruiser. But once we lift the roof, they are astonished how spacious it is. Here is a picture from Breamar in the highlands.
Youre about to find out. Im very new to truck camping. We love our little camper. Most times we cook by ourselves with fresh local ingredients. We even fill up with water sometimes when crossing a creek, using a 12-volt water pump. We bought a removable off-road capable Four Wheel Camper and had it on a Ford Ranger until 2014. As we drive on the other side of the road to the USA, our campers often have the heavy items (water, stove, refrigerator) on right hand side to counter the camber of the road. facebook.com/meetingcamperoffroad jacques-besse-organisation.com abenteuer-allrad.de, Holger Neumann, Kirchlinteln, close to Bremen, Germany 2009 Toyota HZJ79 flatbed 2015 Northstar 600SS. My camper is in use from early March to mid November. Mark White, Syderstone, Norfolk, England 2007 Chevrolet LUV 2000 Tischer Trail. Servicing, spare parts, and accurate independent advice are also issues as most caravan dealers are not familiar with American truck campers. That way we can both experience truck camping in another country without the cost of buying and selling a rig. There is a 7-foot rear awning and a 10-foot side awing that has a full annex or add-a-room with a floor and side skirt. And where do you put the air conditioner, skylight, two exhaust fans, three solar panels, and antenna? We are the Catholic country. We offer a friendly group of folks who have a wealth of knowledge to share with newcomers. After a few days, we were with our daughter on a trip around Europe. You can learn more about Holger from his TCM article, Truck Camping In Iceland. We were often asked if we really can sleep inside. England is a small place with a lot of people. In fact, we can run the air conditioner for 6 hours off our Lithium Battery and only deplete the battery to 50%. Manfred Klement, Ziemetshausen, Bavaria, Germany 2000 Ford F-250 1992 Jayco Sportster 8-Foot. Gday cobbers. A few weeks after I brought my pickup home from the USA, I found your website and it was like enlightenment! Shipping was arranged by a local agent and our rig arrived in England in late January 2004.
Paul Brown, Adelaide, South Australia 2012 Holden Colorado None as of yet. For those who want to get to more out of the way places (the best bits) a truck camper with a boat is the go. The best choice seems to be the Lance 650 or Northstar Liberty. Perhaps that says more about my age. If you travel with a truck camper in Germany, you should be aware that many people will talk to you and want to learn more about this way of camping. We use our Northstar Freedom truck camper for all vacations. After some years I was lucky to find almost brand new, slightly damaged german Hymer from insurance companys dealer for one-third of the new price. Our tour will include Alaska, Mongolia, and Russia before we return at home. My country isnt such the spectacular touristic destination as the Croatian or Montenegros seashore (my recommendation). We meet up with our friends at private organized truck camper rallies/meetings from our German Forums all over Germany. The touristic infrastructure isnt perfectly developed as in western Europe but, in the cities and villages, you will meet friendly people who can help you in everything.
You may contact me at Wander The West forum as Manfred65.
I have also traveled to Iceland and to the deserts of North Africa. Truck campers are still very rare in the United Kingdom and we dont see many others on the road unless we are at a demountable truck camper meet! Our roads are rough, and that is being kind. Miroslaw Parejko, Wroclaw, Poland 2006 Ford F 150 No camper yet, just a 2006 Hymer trailer. Above: We just had to pull over and take this photo after passing through the rock arch on Andya, Lofoten, Norway! We always get a wave from owners of other American RVs coming towards us. My rig allows a quick and easy set up. There is nothing special about truck camping here other than the trucks and campers are mostly much smaller than in the United States. It has a 3.0 liter turbo diesel, which has a total capacity of 2900 kilograms. There are also palaces scattered all around the country. We travel all over the United Kingdom to interesting cities, coastal spots, and to three or four music festivals each year. Pauls article in TCM is, Truck Camping in Ireland. This photo is in Kemi, in Finnish Lapland, and the boat is the Icebreaker Sampo. All Rights Reserved. The camper is removed from the truck every night unless we are just stopping overnight en-route to somewhere or anywhere. There are some truck camper manufacturers in Australia; Millard and Dove among them. Or take the plunge and do it all the desert, beaches, forests, and cities. Andy Peak, Manchester, United Kingdom 2013 Nissan Navara (Frontier) 2008 Skarosser Polar 4.0. I think they will be surprised with the sales as there is certainly a huge void in Australia for this type of truck, especially as they have a dealer network in Australia. So, when the twenty year old Four Trak packs in, who knows? We try to have at least three trips per year in Scotland where wild camping is more acceptable than the rest of the United Kingdom. When we talk about prices, America is much cheaper. Private campgrounds vary from what you would expect at a full service national or state park to a little more than a field or a paved parking lot. Garry Davis, Corlette, NSW Australia 2012 Nissan Navara 2012 Northern Lite 8-11SE Australian Ultimate. Our truck camper still turns peoples heads as we drive down the motorway. It would be helpful to find information about how to run and maintain this kind of rig over here. Martin Dover, Poole, Dorset, England 2011 Land Rover Defender 130 2012 Northstar 700DL. Chris Hodgson, Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom 2007 Ford Ranger Thunder 2006 S.Karosser EC-6L. There is very little boondocking over here and truck campers are rare, but we are getting to know each other through our local forum and Facebook page. Then we switched to a Nissan Navara (Frontier).
Peter Hofmann, Hamburg Germany 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 2011 Lance 865. Our blog is in Spanish. As far as boondocking is concerned, Im sure there are many places to stay as long as you dont bother anyone. My dream is to find truck camper owners who are familiar with what all that entails and to swap rigs for two months or more. The whole electrical system is run through a Redarc Battery Management System that replaces several components normally required for off-grid camping. My main four-wheel drive trucks have always been Landrover Series 1, 2, and 3. We are a British couple and we live full-time in our truck camper.
We have done a few shakedown trips in Australia and are now planning some more extensive travel. It has a Switch System directly on the frame.
The average opinion here is that my Ford F150 truck is a big one.
They will shake the bejesus out of you and your camper and truck. I look for camping places, shopping, gas stations, and points of interest (we have a lot of Castles nearby). There also should be frequent articles about clubs, regular tables, and events in Europe. It also has paid caravan parks listed. You can access everywhere with no fear of narrow corners, or having to turn back or a place to park. John and Marie-Jeanne Levin, Reading, Berkshire, Great Britain 2002 Ford F350 2003 Arctic Fox 850. Last year we were in Iceland and enjoyed it very much. This included a military lightweight, which is a great off-road vehicle. We have visited Norway, Austria, France, Italy, Poland, and Switzerland. TTIP would have lowered the prices for US cars. If you like to visit big cities, you can a find an overnight place in every big town. After seeing truck campers during our holiday in the summer of 2003, we decided that a truck camper would better fit our needs. The only two problems for me are the center of gravity location in my future rig and how to transport the camper to Europe without the truck. We go away for a single night, a weekend, a week, two weeks, or more. There are between 30 and 50 campers at the meetings, not 100-plus like in the states. Above: Campsite in Prague, Czech republic. One cabin is for hardcore off-road, like going across Africa, and the other is for comfortable holiday trips during the summer and winter in Europe. How about a house swap if insurance and licenses can be sorted? The main problem is nearly all our utility trucks are too small to handle the load rating of a normal slide-on. Norman Ashley, Canberra, Australia 2005 Ford F250 2011 Outfitter Apex 8LB. When I bought my King Ranch it in 2008 in Fredericksburg, Virginia, I didnt realize that the essential idea to cover my travel and camping needs is a truck camper.
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