Why We Own a Teardrop

[iplay10us2]

You know, I think it really is more of a personality trait, or quirk.

I have friends who come and stay with me at my cabin and you should see what all they bring for just a few days. All they really need to bring is themselves, fishing gear, clothes and some food because everything else is there already. They haul out several duffel bags of clothes, bags with computer, newspapers, books, and god only knows what else. Various coolers in assorted sizes, and many paper bags full of food. It takes them about 4-5 trips to get it all in from their car. It's like they think that we are out in the wilderness and won't be able to get to a Walmart or a grocery store.

I am more of a less is more person, I guess.

[TinKicker]

Mine and Terra's best friends solved their problem with bringing WAY too much stuff to camp...they bought a 28 foot fifth wheel. And a duallie Dodge 1-ton. Just like most stuff I've seen them do...BASS ACKWARDS!!!!
Less is more=a peaceful life.

[Lynn Coleman]

First year we camped (tent) we packed incorrectly. That never happened again. Of course that tent didn't make it to the next season either. We purchased it at K Mart real cheap and when it rained we were drenched. We discovered that the floor had holes where they had miss stitched on the seams. Every seam leaked and it pours in the mountains. Tent camped for ten years then we bought a pop-up. We loved it but we love our little trailer even more, set up is a whole lot easier.

Lynn

[hotrod]

Oh man If my bride of 17 years tried to pack all that crap I would leave her standing in the driveway. Ive finally got her travelling light. If you dont absolutely need it, it dont come along. Its supposed to be relaxing not stressful. This also reminds me of something my dad told me that made alot of sense after a few years guiding. " some people are great fishermen and others are reallly good at the art of going fishing" lol.
Paul

[Cliffmeister2000]

I bring a pair of bluejeans for every 3 days, max 3 pair. Clean undies and socks for every day, a t shirt for every two days. Tennies and hiking boots. A good book and The Good Book. My beloved brings a bit more. The rules are, it has to fit in the cabinets in the cabin if it's not food or cooking related, in the galley if it is. And we keep leftovers and open food containers in the cab of the truck if there are no bear safe containers at the campground.

[BPFox]

Looks to me like they forgot the first rule of packing. First thing you need when you get there goes in last. Also the second rule. Figure out everything you are going to need and then leave half of it home.

[Kurt (Indiana)]

Dave, the "mini-van" concept (in the mid 1980's) must have really helped the tent camping crowd. The lift gate was a good shelter in case it rained and it was easy to access the "stuff". Actually, we had a make-shift galley off the tailgate of ours. The tent was very small and uncomfortable. The Teardrop took away 95% of the problems and they look cool too.

It's the only way to go as far as "small trailer camping" is concerned.

[greg755]

This is an interesting post.

We tend to build our TDs (in my case) with all the creature comforts; Bed, stove, fridge, TV, radio, electric fan heater, AC, lights etc etc etc.

Then we turn around and have a contest with ourselves as to who can pack the lightest....

I am like most, a pair or two of pants, couple pair of socks and underwear, pair of shorts, couple of tees, a couple of towels and maybe if I get really carried away some flip flops and a bathing suit.

And FOOD lots OF FOOOD.

My wife: well lets just say she gets the other 3/4's of the storage space.

The stuff below is always on the trailer and seldom needs to be packed, just replenished every once in a great while

Matches, First Aid kit, snake bite kit, bug repellent, blanket, rain coat, paper towels, napkins, 4 knifes, forks spoons, cups, plates a spatula and a big spoon. Some herbs, (who is that guy?) salt pepper, coffee, sugar, cream. I also carry a big sharp knife in case the steak is a little tuff.

Just in case of emergencies tucked far in the back: Ax, fold up fishing pole, flare, two sections of rope, extra tarp, extra water, freeze dried food, small shovel, Fire extinguisher, fire blankets and some other ODs and ends such as flashlight, compass, batteries, extra bulbs for all the trailer lights, small box of tools, electrical wire and electrical connectors and a can of fix a flat, maybe one day I will pony up for a spare.

And last but not least because I have my 12 year old daughter with me:
Guns, axes, knives, sword tear gas, tracking device and a big chain with a ball.... Just kidding

[doug hodder]

Here's another reason to own a teardrop. Cows and wind can be tough on a campsite... Doug