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Lance Camper 2445
MSRP base $69,940 US
www.lancecamper.com
The Lance 2445 measures 29’ 10” long by 96 3/8” wide with the single slide retracted. Dry weight is 6,375 lbs., GVWR is 8,500 lbs., hitch weight is 675 lbs. Kids, grandkids, and friends will enjoy their double-sized bunk beds. Bring along the extra gear thanks to the rear garage storage area and exclusive Lance Load Roof Rack system available on the 2445. The owner’s primary suite boasts a walk-in-sized closet and full queen-size innerspring mattress, positioned to take advantage of the view through the expansive Lance exclusive “SkyView” dual-pane radius front window. The no-compromises residential-styled powder room will have the group drawing straws to see who gets first dibs! You’re in complete control with the app-enabled iN-Command Control System, allowing awning, light, HVAC controls, and holding tank monitoring, all from the centralized keypad and your smartphone! And with a sleeping capacity of up to eight, no one will be left home alone!
Lance Camper 1985
MSRP base $59,006 US
www.lancecamper.com
The Lance Camper 1985 measures 23’ 8” long by 96 3/8” wide with the single slide retracted. Dry weight is 4,965 lbs., GVWR is 7,000 lbs., and hitch weight is 660 lbs. The 1985 features an open, spacious interior. At under five thousand pounds dry weight, it’s an easy tow for a larger SUV or pickup. The 1985 features a full-width aft bathroom. Facing the entire living space is a conveniently placed entertainment center. So, wherever you are seated – in the “Super-Slide” dinette, on the bed, or if you opt for the convertible sofa-bed – every seat is the best seat in the house. The 1985 brings forward its solid construction that is typical Lance and now adds an incredible designer decor, including new fabric choices, rich woods, stunning laminates, and new flooring. If you’re looking for versatility in a medium-sized package – you’ve found your personal, private oasis.
Lance Camper 1475
MSRP base $47,349 US.
www.lancecamper.com
The 2022 Lance Camper 1475 measures 19’ 8” long by 84 3/8” wide with the single optional slide retracted. Dry weight is 2,600 lbs. (Estimated), GVWR is 3,700 lbs, hitch weight is 250 lbs. (Estimated). Downsizing, simplification, micro-homes it’s all the rage these days! We are happy to report that this compact 14’ “rage” results from customer input on what you wanted to see in Lance Camper’s next sub 15’ floor plan. Ultra-lightweight and 100% Lance DNA and no dinette! “We like to eat outside or while sitting in our lounge chairs and would rather have two comfortable chairs and a nice size dry bath,” so that’s what Lance designed! Now with an available sofa bed slide-out option featuring kick-out footrests and two swivel tables, you have even more flexibility when it comes time to relax and “take a load off!” So hitch up Lance’s adventure machine behind almost any midsize tow vehicle with a 3,700K GVWR or more, and we will see you on the road!
Prime Time Avenger 27DBS by Forest River
MSRP Please see your local dealer
https://primetimerv.com/travel-trailers/avenger
Enjoy the comforts of in the Avenger 27DBS! Prime Time has lightened up their look with lighter floors and walls. You’re sure to enjoy the direct view entertainment centre with ample storage for all your movies & board games. Cook up a masterpiece in your fully equipped kitchen and enjoy meals on the large u-dinette. The sleeping space is enough for 9 people with the double bunks in the rear, queen bedroom in the front with new barn door for privacy and a sofa & dinette which convert into beds. The outdoor kitchen is always a hit for family cookouts.
ProLite E-Volt
MSRP base $37,750 CDN
www.roulotteprolite.com
The new ProLite E-Volt travel trailer measures 16’9” long and 6’6” wide, weighs 1,990 pounds and can be towed by most SUVs and vans. It sleeps 3 people. Its huge 72 x 74 sofa bed will appeal to older children, as will its dining area which turns into a 74 x 44 bed in the evening. With four 100-watt solar panels, a 3000-watt inverter, and a powerful 250-amp lithium battery, you can convert your 12-volt energy into electrical power to run all your domestic appliances. The E-Volt toilet-shower area as well as its 15-gallon clear, gray and black water tanks will give you all the independence you desire. The E-Volt trailer comes with a powerful battery, solar panels, 3000-watt inverter and 100-amp charger, and includes an integrated electric heater, an electric induction hub, a 3.2 cu. ft. electric refrigerator, an 8-foot box awning and six tempered glass windows providing you with magnificent light. Popular options include A/C, outdoor shower, AM / FM / CD / MP3 / Bluetooth radio.
ProLite Lounge
MSRP Base: $30,765 CDN
www.roulotteprolite.com
The “LOUNGE” by ProLite measuring just 15’9” long by 6’5” wide, and weighing 1,485 pounds, is specially designed for sports utility vehicles (SUVs) or vans, having a towing capacity of 1,750 pounds or more. This impressively spacious travel trailer has lots of storage space, a toilet-shower, a 74 “x54” sofa-bed, and an independent dinette that converts into a 74 “x36” bed when night falls. Its high gloss gray fiberglass coating and colourful decals makes this an eye-catching unit, built to last! Popular options include A/C, microwave, outside shower, AM/FM.CD/MP3.
Safari Condo Alto F 2414
MSRP starts at $62,519 CDN.
www.safaricondo.ca
The F2414 is the most spacious of all the Altos. It was designed for people who want to travel without compromise. In this model, the spacious shower is separate from the WC. The kitchen features large counter and generous drawers. In the bedroom, two single beds convert into a 76” × 81” king-size bed that can be set up permanently, the front area of the trailer can be converted into a 60” × 81” queen-sized bed. For your comfort and convenience, the furnace and water heater combined in one ultra-quiet appliance. German design. Works on LPG and electric. The front dinette is usable even when the rear bed is set up. Most popular options include: Solar panels (220W or 440W), Lithium batteries, Dimmer, Maxxfan, Inverter, Memory foam, Bike racks, rear view camera, sway bars.
Safari Condo Alto R-1723
MSRP – base – Starting from $52,299 CDN (2025 model-year)
www.safaricondo.ca
The Safari Condo Alto R-1723 is a unique design in the travel trailer segment, with a roofline that extends to full height – with 82” interior headroom for camping, and retracts to inside headroom of 62” for travelling. The trailer measures 17’ long by 83” wide, wit dry weight of 1,867 lbs., GVWR of 2700 lbs. With an exterior height of only 83.5 inches (2.12 m) with the roof down, all R-series Alto models fit easily in your garage. In a virtual wind tunnel, this design creates 75% less aerodynamic drag than a traditional travel trailer. The Alto R-1723 features a 60″ X 76” King size bed, and has an interior shower with curtain. The Furnace and water heater are combined in one ultra-quiet appliance, designed in Germany, that works on LPG and electric. The Alto R-1723 front dinette is usable even when the rear bed is set up. Most popular options include: Solar panels (220W or 440W), trailer mover, lithium batteries, dimmer, MaxxFan, inverter, memory foam, bike racks, rear view camera, sway bars and front window. A 12V fridge is available.
Safari Condo Alto F-1743
MSRP starting from $48,169 CDN
www.safaricondo.ca
This 17-foot Canadian travel trailer is a unique aerodynamic triumph that can be towed by almost any family vehicle. Tipping the scales at just 1,765 lbs dry weight, with a GVWR of 2,700 lbs, it features many excellent design elements. The aluminum skin is made from a single sheet, without any joints. 60” X 81” Queen Size bed that could be permanent. Front dining area converts to 36” X 81” single bed, Dining area available even while main bed is set-up, The table can be moved to create two distinct dining areas: a two-seat and a five-seat dinette, large bathroom cabinet, fully enclosed interior shower/toilet cabinet for privacy, large wardrobe. Popular options include solar panels (220W or 440W), trailer mover, Lithium batteries, dimmer, Maxxfan, Inverter, memory foam, bike racks, rear view camera, sway bars, 12V fridge available.
Taxa Outdoors Cricket Overland
MSRP Please see your local dealer
www.taxaoutdoors.com
The lightweight, rugged 2021 Cricket Overland with increased 14.5” ground clearance lets you travel further down a dirt road. This NASA-inspired habitat fits two adults and two kids, and features integrated plumbing and electrical systems, additional storage, and a redesigned improved kitchen for comfortable trips off-grid. This edition comes standard with THULE® Adjustable Roof Load Bars, two kids berths, Soft Goods Package (Awning, Entry Screen Door, Shower Tent) and a portable toilet. It also features Timbren Axle-Less 3,500 lbs Suspension with 4” Lift, a Lock ‘N’ Roll Hitch, and Alloy Wheel + Cooper Discoverer AT3 LT 225/75R16 Tires.
Taxa Outdoors Mantis Overland
MSRP Please see your local dealer
www.taxaoutdoors.com
The Mantis Overland measures 19’ long, 7’6” wide, and tips the scales at just 3,486 lbs. dry weight. This model offers more living space and an open-air design intended to bring the outdoors in. With increased ground clearance, the Mantis Overland is ideal for exploration. Innovations to the 2021 Mantis Overland include an upgraded air conditioner unit, thoughtful updates to the kitchen area, and increased storage. The Mantis Overland features Timbren Axle-Less 5,000 lbs suspension with 4” Lift, a Lock ‘N’ Roll Hitch, and Alloy Wheel + Cooper Discoverer AT3 LT 225/75R16 Tires.
Taxa Outdoors TigerMoth Overland
MSRP Please see your local dealer
www.taxaoutdoors.com
The lightweight and most rugged TAXA habitat, the new TigerMoth Overland Edition, was built for long road trips and challenging terrain. Measuring just 12’ 9” long by 6’ 7” wide, and weighing just 1,458 lbs. With innovative doors and a large side hatch, the TigerMoth has incomparable ventilation and views. A pull-out camp kitchen with a two-burner stove and a gravel guard are included in the Overland model that also comes standard with THULE® Adjustable Roof Load Bars, Tongue Tool Box, 5 lb Propane Tank and Mount, and an awning with a mosquito net and screen doors.
Taylor Coach 17SD
MSRP Please see your local dealer
www.taylorcoach.com
Proudly built in Millgrove, Ontario, Canada since 1967, the Taylor Coach 17’ SD is a practical and comfortable home away from home that is extremely easy to tow with its dry weight of only 1,750 lbs. and its GVWR of 3,300 lbs. Standard features include Double bed, a shower/toilet combo washroom, a two-burner stove, a single sink, double bunks, and a 6.5-cu. ft. refrigerator. All Taylor Coaches come with a one-piece aluminum roof and floor to provide optimum structural integrity. Popular options include A/C, stereo, TV antenna, LCD TV (including bracket) and solar.
Taylor Coach 13 Bobbie XL
MSRP Please see your local dealer
www.taylorcoach.com
Taylor Coach celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2017. To mark the occasion, Taylor Coach launched the 13’ Bobbie XL, a practical and comfortable home away from home that is extremely easy to tow with its dry weight of only 1,500 lbs and its GVWR of 2,500 lbs. Standard features include twin beds, a shower/toilet combo washroom, a two-burner stove, a single sink and a 2.7 cu. ft. refrigerator. All Taylor Coaches come with a one-piece aluminum roof and floor to provide optimal structural integrity.
Taylor Coach 24 SD
MSRP Please see your local dealer
www.taylorcoach.com
Proudly built in Ontario since 1967, Taylor Coach celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2017. To mark the occasion, Taylor Coach launched the 24’ SD Platinum. This model tops the Taylor Coach line-up and offers a long list of standard features including a central vacuum, an 8.0-cu. ft. refrigerator, electric corner jacks, a three-piece walk-in washroom, a queen walk-around bed, an insulated floor and thermal panel windows. Dimmable LED lighting, aluminum rims and a LED TV are also standard. The exterior is wrapped for sound deadening and extra value.
Venture RV Sonic 190VRB
MSRP (base) $31,000 US
www.venture-rv.com/products/sonic-travel-trailers/SN190VRB.html
The Sonic 190VRB is a lightweight trailer measuring 22’11”, with a single slide, tipping the scales at just 3,800 lbs dry weight. The trailer features a one-piece seamless fiberglass roof system. When optioned in with the popular Murphy bed system the Sonic 190VRB comes complete with queen walk around bed at night that easily folds away during the day and has a sofa for those rainy days. This unit also provides a dinette and a larger bathroom with glass radius shower, linen closet, and porcelain foot flush toilet. The kitchen has an 8cu ft refrigerator, microwave, 3-burner cooktop, and oven. The oversized farmers sink and drying rack add to the user inspired features.
Venture RV SportTrek ST333VIK
MSRP Please see your local dealer
www.venture-rv.com/products/sporttrek-travel-trailers/
Venture’s line of SportTrek lightweight travel trailers are user-inspired, and the ST333VIK is no exception. “We use the slogan ‘Designed for campers, by campers’ because our products are created by product managers, engineers, production staff and sales folks who’s families all actively enjoy the great outdoors and constantly use our products,” Dave Boggs, Venture general manager, noted. The ST333VIK sleeps 11, includes an island kitchen, a bath-and-a-half, in a trailer with an exterior length of 37-feet, 8-inches, and an unloaded vehicle weight of 8,690 pounds. ST333VIK indoor features include an entertainment center with fireplace, a 70-inch sofa, and a 42-inch grand dinette with under-seat removable storage tubs. The back bunkroom includes a 72-inch sofa with an overhead flip-up bunk, as well as another bunk on the door side and a day bed under the rear window, a flip-up desk and a table for extra dining or workstation. Kitchens have tons of storage and countertop space, coffee bar/hutch, double-door 10-cubic-foot refrigerator, built-in oven with vented range hood, turntable microwave, recessed 3-burner gas cooktop with glass cover for added counter space.
Venture RV SportTrek ST291VRK
MSRP – base – $47,000 US
www.venture-rv.com
This sporty 33’ travel trailer features a single slide-out section, and tips the scales at a dry weight of just 6,500 lbs. The SportTrek 291VRK is a rear kitchen floor plan with theater seating directly across from the TV. Storage is abundant throughout the kitchen area with walk-in pantry, oversized kitchen drawers and hutch/coffee bar. The bedroom has plenty of storage too with three closets and a bank of drawers. User features throughout include entry door bench seat with shoe storage and coat hanger, hidden Safe”T”eK box for charging electronics and removable storage totes under the dinette. Designed with both antique white (kitchen) and heirloom maple hand glazed cabinet doors. The exterior features back up lighting, 20’ LED power awning, outside Café with refer, griddle and sink with hot & cold water.
Venture RV SportTrek Touring STT343VIB
MSRP – base – $65,800 US
www.venture-rv.com
The SportTrek Touring 343VIB is a luxury travel trailer featuring an island kitchen with abundant storage and counter top space as well as a hutch/coffee bar. The rear bunk room/flex room can be configured into several different ways, quad bunk room, king bed w/two bunk beds, or desk for work/school or a craft area. The owner’s bedroom features a large dresser with hidden storage, window seat, a Serta queen bed, three closets, and washer/dryer combo prep. Designed with antique white (kitchen) and heirloom maple hand glazed cabinet doors. Features two awnings, and an outside kitchen (refer, griddle and sink with hot & cold water). This unit is 38’2” long and the dry weight is 8,710 Lbs.
Venture RV Stratus SR281VBH
MSRP – base – $45,270 US
www.venture-rv.com
The Stratus 281VBH is a bunk over bunk floor plan with tons of storage. The kitchen features a ginormous walk-in pantry, large pots and pans drawer under the 10 cu.ft. refrigerator and hidden Safe”T”ek box for charging electronics. The bathroom comes complete with 30”x36” walk-in shower, porcelain foot flush toilet and vanity with steel sink and faucet. The owner’s bedroom has front window residential 60 x 80 Serta mattress and two oversized closets with hidden nightstands. Designed with both antique white (kitchen) and heirloom maple hand glazed cabinet doors. The trailer is 31’10” long, with a single slide out. GVWR is 6,330 lbs.
Winnebago Towables Micro Minnie 2108DS
MSRP Please see your local dealer
www.winnebago.com
The 2021 Micro Minnie 2108DS features an NXG engineered frame, Exterior fiberglass sidewalls w/ Azdel, 13.5K BTU A/C, Microwave convection, 10.3 cubic ft 12V refrigerator(n/a 1700BH), 6 Gallon gas/electric/DSI water heater, Aluminum wheel assemblies, Power awning w/ LED lighting, Roof mount solar charger prep, Recessed 3 burner cook top w/ backlit knobs & glass cover (on select floorplans), 15” off-road tire/axle lift, Torflex Dexter Axle(s), LED exterior lighting, Heated & enclosed holding tanks, Radiant foil insulation, One-piece TPO roof membrane, Exterior ladder, Gel-coat fiberglass front cap w/ paint and graphics.