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    Why I am so glad I bought a Campinn...

    If only people were taught the meaning and value of "due diligence" in school. The world would be so much better off.
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    New to forum from West Kentucky

    Redwoods are awesome. I've made a few trips there. I need to get back there.
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    New to forum from West Kentucky

    Stick around. Don't be a stranger and.........post some pics!
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    Camp-Inn Campground upgrades

    That actually came down in one night and was a big surprise in the morning. Never heard anything falling. That was in Yellowstone May of '25.
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    Camp-Inn Campground upgrades

    Hey those 560's can handle a little snow now and then. lol
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    Camp-Inn Campground upgrades

    I just remember you showing me how to drive through and not having to backup. I was quite relieved. LoL! Here's a couple of photos from then.
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    Camp-Inn Campground upgrades

    Cary, is that still a pull through? That picnic bench looks in the way.
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    Weather apps that work on cellphones? Other gear you use while camping for a bit of extra WX planning?

    I find the NWS links work pretty well on an ipad. But I agree that I would not want to try reading that data on a phone.
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    External Solar Advice Needed

    I don't really keep up with this stuff until I'm in the market. I have an EcoFlow Delta 3 Classic and a Delta 3 Plus. Both a 1K in size. That's the sweet spot for me as far as weight/portability and power capacity. Those are what I used at home to test the Zoup 350. I also tested the panels on...
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    Weather apps that work on cellphones? Other gear you use while camping for a bit of extra WX planning?

    I guess it depends on what you want in the way of info. I've taken multiple winter trips to Yosemite (no camping involved) and specifically timed it to go when snow falls in the park. Now the valley is only at 4,000 ft so while snow isn't rare, it doesn't usually stick around very long and I...
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    External Solar Advice Needed

    Let me post this here regarding solar panels. Last holiday season I bought the linked 350W panel. It uses a newer type of technology with N type cells and 16 busbars. Now I don't claim to understand all the technology involved but my understanding is that the 16 busbar connections help it draw...
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    External Solar Advice Needed

    Well, I had this all ready to post last night when the forum went down. Let me try again… I have a similar setup with a 560 with rooftop solar and the AGM battery. I seldom camp with shore power. But I do try and find campsites with good visibility to the sky. Occasionally you still run into...
  13. J

    Ford Fathom haz a kewl capability

    Let me know when you actually see them sold and on the road at that price, not just manufacturers talking about them. Anybody remember the $20K Maverick truck?
  14. J

    Quick release propane and grill

    Theoretically speaking, I'd be careful what states you pass through in said bear protection device holder mode.
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    Fridge / Cooler Electric Cooler and Bears

    I've always wanted to come back to camp and find a bear checking out the 560. No luck yet. But that's the photo I'm still chasing. For the record, I absolutely do not bait them.
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    Fridge / Cooler Electric Cooler and Bears

    As far as storing things in the galley of the CI, I would for sure check with the campground you are visiting for specific rules. That said here's my experience.... I've camped in Yosemite many times before and after owning a CI. When I asked at the campground, I was specifically told a hard...
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    Morning Cup Of Coffee And Weather

    The lazy man in me would like to point out how much I love patina. ;)
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    Morning Cup Of Coffee And Weather

    No doubt shocks help smooth the ride as well as fatter tires. At the end of the day it kinda comes down to weighing all the trade offs among the brands and models. I just went out today and test rode an Aventon Pace 5 Rec. I'll be trying some others too before making any decisions. No hurry.
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    Morning Cup Of Coffee And Weather

    For sure the shorter wheelbase will make it more twitchy. The stiffness is something I would feel at my wrists and through my upper body as the road vibrations and all the bumps come up through the front wheel and handle bars. And Lord help you if you happened to roll over a small pot hole.
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    Morning Cup Of Coffee And Weather

    For sure a suspension seat post is mandatory. I have that on my full size ebike now which also has a suspension fork. Tire width is a good point. I'll have to look into my old one and what the new bikes are now offering.
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