Bob & Hillary, Thank you so much for taking the time to video review our newest pride and joy, "Critter the Campground Kryptonite". A perfect scrappy cross between a racoon, armadillo and oposum. He can get out further and stay longer than your lesser equipted critters. This is our 6th RV in about 10 years. Two Class A's, one Class C, one Class B, and a towable before this. For us, we finally hit the sweet spot, considering our specific needs. This video of yours was so much fun for us to watch. I'm sure most people don't know you spent almost 3 hours shotting and something like 30+ hours editing just one video like this. My videos take the exact amount of minutes to shoot as you see in the finished product, and I have never spent even 1 minute editing. Partly because I don't know how, and partly because you just took away any incentive I might have had to learn. I'm going to go back and watch this again now. Thank you, and we hope to see you again soon. Rick & Sherri.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Awww thanks again Rick and Sherri! You both were the best! We had fun getting to know you! Thanks for sharing your journey. You guys are the real pros when it comes to RVs! Your videos are good too! And I just learned that little storage under the dinette was built by Sherri 🤯 So awesome! Thanks again for sharing Critter with us!

@deborahallford7337

4 ай бұрын

Sherri's an organization wizard!!

@OilyMachine

4 ай бұрын

It is kind of nice but it could be better. For example I would love for bathroom and toilet join together and then the walkway in left or right side so they dont eat too much space and ofc became much bigger for bathroom👍

@robb3396

2 ай бұрын

Very nice 👍👍

@enjoylife7030

25 күн бұрын

Great RV. In a rig this small and nimble there are always sacrifices. Only questions are there any issues with exhausting steam from the shower since the fan is in the water closet or does the fan in the dining area take care of that? Also do you use the over dinette storage for wardrobe or are you keeping your clothes somewhere else like below the bed or in the bathroom?

Great tour! We bought this same RV in August 2022 (2023 model). Over 20k miles of travel in all seasons. Absolutely our favorite RV we have owned. No regrets. The extra room in the B+ is well worth and is not that much larger than the B’s. We cruise with our 100lb lab as well. Garage works perfect for dog house. Thanks for sharing.

@Vancaskeys

3 ай бұрын

Very cool!

@gosman949

3 ай бұрын

where did you buy yours?

I really love how they have things so organized and not cluttered. It looks so much better and feels so much larger. This is how I have set up our Freedom Express trailer. No junk all over the place! Great Job folks, and SUPER cute rig!!!!

@MrTommy001

3 ай бұрын

Something that small HAS to be organized - and they NAILED it!

And it has a BIG Black tank!! No Cassette Toilet!! Yay !

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

👏👏👏

Thanks, Bob & Hillary! As always, another labor of B van love. So appreciate the work you both do to share your passion for vanlife with us. This was an amazing tour and a great van, actually let's just say it like Bob, AWESOME. So much value and design packed into this vehicle and 100% boondockable! ❤😊🙏👍🏼

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Joe!

Bob is just awesome and you too Hillary. I hope this is your next RV. Keep your vids coming!!!😊

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Anthony! 😃

I've been waiting for the Vancaskeys to review your Critter RV. You've done some great modifications, and the organization is amazing. We saw the 2024 21XG model at our local RV show in Salem, Oregon last weekend. It was very nice but did not have the storage like yours. From watching your video's, I had to see one! Enjoy your adventures.

I'm not a huge factory-made RV guy, but this Cross Trail is very tempting and this is the best video showcasing it. Not too big, lots of features, great floorplan, a chassis I trust and that can be serviced in any town, and capable of off-grid for a decent amount of time. The owners have also kitted it out perfectly. Like the added solar, the additional TV, and the way they set up the garage.

@ricktanner9817

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@JavaT6437

2 ай бұрын

@@ricktanner9817 You don't have washing machine?

I like how you took your shoes off before getting on it, and you didn't get under the covers. 😊

@Vancaskeys

3 ай бұрын

😀

First thing I noticed was the bull artwork. My wife did a very similar style but with an elephant. I had never seen anyone else with a similar style piece of art. 👍. My wife and I watch quite a few different reviews and this as a lifestyle. It was always our plan for RV Life until health issues took us down a different road unfortunately and finances had to go elsewhere. We can still live vicariously through everyone else’s stories. We love them all.

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

Very sorry to hear of the unexpected change of plans. The art was actually purchased on Amazon a couple of months ago. I wanted a fighting bull to represent the bull market. This is basically our retirement plan. Should we hit a major bear market our plans may change as well.

Great rig and I love everything about it with one exception.....the configuration of the bed. Having to crawl over each other to get up in the middle of the night to use the rest room is a deal breaker for us. Now if they can come up with a twin bed version of this, I'd be seriously thinking about it. Great video, great tour of a great RV. See ya next week!

@sandydemars8100

4 ай бұрын

I thought so too. But. Then the bathroom will be smaller or something. Always give up something

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

I cannot lie, the climbing over to get out at night is tricky. This coach does come in three different models. This one, a twin bunkbed and a sort of murfy bed which is the 21xg.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Agree. The bed situation would be tricky. Bob and talked about that after and that was really our only real concern. But not a deal breaker 😅

@mattgreven7615

4 ай бұрын

no twin bed solution without a slide....dimensions just don't work.

@Gibbonomics

3 ай бұрын

100% agree!

The crosstrek and crosstrail have been out for a while and was my first choice. It was parking space on the side of my home was the deciding factor as space was limited. We ended up getting a 23 winnebago travato 59k instead that fits perfectly. We really do love the b+ models though

Thanks for the tour ❤❤❤. Very nice.

Really neat rv, thanks for the tour. AWESOME, Awesome, Awesome 👍😊

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Wow! Thanks, for the beautiful, informative video of this awesome B+

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Such a great review! You guys do killer RV videos.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks! That means a lot a lot to us!

So funny every time Bob says fridgerater. 😂 He never pronounces the “re”. Love your tours! Thanks for all the content 🙌

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Hahaha! It’s true!

I'd like it better with 2 beds in the back, but love the camper in general

I purchased a 2021 Coachmen Cross Trek from MHS sight unseen. I knew what I wanted, None to be found in New Mexico (my home state) or anywhere else for that matter. Love it. One of the best decisions I have ever made.

@Vancaskeys

3 ай бұрын

Woot! Woot!🎉

@gosman949

3 ай бұрын

how has your service been in New Mexico since you didn't buy it there? Luckily I live near MHS!

This model was high on our list for going with a class B+, especially with the 2024 upgrades including the 12-volt fridgerator (LOL), induction cook top and convection microwave as well as the renogy battery system. The major issues for us were the east/west configuration of the bed and that it is not a true 4-season rv. We wound up going with the Winnebago Ekko, and of course, we paid a bunch more, but we prefered the twin bed set-up, smaller size, the thicker side walls w/ fiberglass roof, and the 4-season capability. So it all comes down to what y'all want and willing to trade-off. But real issue here is - WHEN IS MR. LEMON GOING TO GO!!

@judystreich7333

Ай бұрын

Like it, cool ride for one or two!

An amazing review. And I love the RV. Perfect.

@Vancaskeys

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Love this van. It really is AWESOME

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Haha! Thanks William!

Awesome video, thank you. Had not watched you guys for a while, looking as good as ever. And special thanks to the family that shared it. If it was a bit shorter, might have considered!

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! ❤️

Too use Bob's favorite word AWESOME 😎

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Haha! Yes! 👏

Very nice small RV. Great job showing this.

@Vancaskeys

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

It is awesome wow The best lay-out for sure. Thanks for showing us this one. Very nice

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Great find. That's the best Class B I've seen in years.

@CraigPeer

4 ай бұрын

Class B+. Not really a class B.

@CraigPeer

4 ай бұрын

correction - Coachman calls this a Class C motorhome.

@NoName-zq6ic

4 ай бұрын

@@CraigPeer This is probably the first i've seen that you could call a B+ since it is on the Ford Transit T350 which is a dual rear wheel van and not a Cab/Chassis F-53 setup.

Great video! This puts this +B near the top of my short list. Keep up the good content!😊

Awesome! Looks like they have it set up really well. Nice.

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

Next week we hope to have a new kitchen sink and shower surround. I will post a video, but please lower you viewing expectations. I cannot do content like the Vancaskeys do by a country mile.

Hi Bob and Hillary 🤗 I really like the two separate areas for the bathroon..and shower that would be nice.. to have ! 👍 I also like the windows one in the kitchen, one in the dinning area ..nice ! 👍 thanks for sharing .. super nice van! 🤗 😊😁

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Diane!❤️❤️❤️

@lynnknight2046

4 ай бұрын

Great tour

My dog would love that garage ❤

Recently found you two. I love your reviews. We purchased our first camper, Coachman Freedom Express back in 2018. We love it though it's time to upgrade to a drivable that will tow our boat. I really like this one. Not so sure about the shower. Would be a bonus to have a bed over the cab and a small slide in the dinnette area. Other than that, I really love this RV. She did an amazing job with the organization. What a pro! Love how the bed can move up and down to allow access to the underbed storage. Great video. I would definately consider another Coachman. Thanks so much for sharing. Happy camping.

@ricktanner9817

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the complement. Renovations (MODs) continue! I have recently replaced the kitchen sink with a deep beautiful one as well as installed a new MaxAir fan in the bedroom and resurfaced the shower. If we get back over to Arizona we will have to ask the pros to shoot another video.

Very nice Rv and I love the picture Inside the bedroom cool😀

Wow I really love this RV, especially the outdoor grill and the price is amazing! 😊❤👌

@Vancaskeys

3 ай бұрын

It really is!

critter is awesome 😎. Thanks for sharing fantastic rv

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thank Barbara! 😃

Wow…that is exceptional. I can’t believe they get that all in such a tiny space. Exterior griddle!! OMG that might be the best small tv I have ever seen

@ricktanner9817

3 ай бұрын

We use the griddle sometimes twice a day. It's fast to set up/break down, easy to clean, efficient on fuel and keeps the heat and smell (fishy) out of your interior.

Wow. That is amazing

The Cross Trail has definitely come a long way. That thing is pretty nice and has a lot of great features for the price!

fantastic that it has a shower! 💧good review! 🌟💚

Fun video, informative, great price

:) WOW! THANKS MUCH for sharng and OMG at 136k out the door? Mr Lemon might be puckering :) NICE Rig indeed! ALL the BEST and ENJOY! Cheers from upper left Coast ! :)

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍 Marty! We always love hearing from you!

When it comes to Innovation, the elevated motorized bed makes so much sense. Previously the Cross Trail seemed confused, neglected and cheap. But this 2024 looks impressive!

Thanks guys. Love your honest channel! I have been thinking about a Class B van, but I always come back to looking at these small class C's, aka, B+. I like the idea of the vans and their size, but I just can't get over their prices and the small space! I'm afraid I would have huge buyers remorse with a B van.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks! All your points are valid. We love our B Van but the B+ (small Cs) really have been calling our name lately. It would depend on if you’re looking to live full time or just travel part time. And the prices are getting pretty outrageous for the Class Bs. Ugh. So hard to know what the right decision is.

Love this unit.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

❤️

Good job Hillary & Bob, the brush gard is included in extreme model.😊

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

Bob was a little right and a little wrong on the bull/brush guard. It is aftermarket where Ford is concerned but installed by Coachmen. One of the many things they got very right on this rig. The LED light bar is amazing when on. Much brighter than you would think for the size.

Holy cow! I want that rig!

In Europe the "toilet room" is called the "Water Closet" or WC for short...

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

I like that!

@richarddonahue3565

3 ай бұрын

I've heard water closet in America quite a few times in the past.

@leandromondelez1205

3 ай бұрын

I've heard wc a few times, many many years ago.

This is really great!

@Vancaskeys

3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

We have blackout drawn curtains in our promaster. I highly recommend it

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Definitely want to do this too!

Racing Shocks?!? That is funny in a class B+. Love this RV on the Ford Transit chassis...very well done. The only issue I have with it compared to your class B is the storage issue. You are able to park your Thor in your driveway and this type of RV eliminates that possibility, you have to pay for storage unless you have an alternate place that does not involve the typical HOA Association, Jus' sayn'

Great job....Great video.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

gotta have rear twin beds... the sideways sleeping is deal breaker for us. how does "inside" person get up without waking the other person?

@ricktanner9817

3 ай бұрын

I'm the inside person and get out at night very few times, but when I do it is easy enough to crawl over my wife. I can see how that would be a deal breaker for many. Small RV's always have trade offs.

Thanks!

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Awww thanks Marsha! ❤️❤️❤️

that is right dream RV.....................so cool

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

😍😍😍

Well… It is amazing. Just what I would want. Maybe when it’s five years old I can afford it. Thank you so much though for the video I loved it.

I Love this one

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Same!!! 😍🚐

Buy it! that a winner!

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Hahaha! It’s a great one!

Awesome! Now i just need to find a travel buddy😊

@angie-xy5sf

2 ай бұрын

yep so i will go alone at 63 female. been wanting so lomg but a class b for me

Thank you for this review -- this and the 21xg are on my short list for my solo adventures. A detailed review of the 2024 has been hard to find.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

I enjoyed the review even though this isn’t the type of van I’d want. I do agree with them about boondocking. It’s the best way to camp far away from other people unlike commercial campsites where you’re packed in like sardines.

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

Not to mention reservations, check out times, barking dogs, campfire smoke, loud music, loud neighbors, upsidedown pineapples and the ever increasing cost. The ability to stop when you feel like it and leave when you feel like it is worth the loss of unlimited power and water.

Nice vid. Could not agree more on the micro/convec - bought a Blaze Pizza while traveling thru Gainesville and properly heated it up for the next 2 nights. I have the 1st gen of this appl in my '23 Galleria. Useful. Thanks.

@Vancaskeys

Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Great info !!

@Vancaskeys

2 ай бұрын

Thanks!😊

You missed your true calling. Great review, and walkthrough.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Haha! Thank you!

Not too big. Definitely manageable in would not want anything smaller. Looks very comfortable! Nice space and good price.😊

Beautiful rig…..my plan is to be glamping at campgrounds so this would be overkill for me. But I love the smaller size and how the layout maximizes the space.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

😃

I’m in I like it perfect for two people 🎉 keep up the good reviews oh I need information on the stickers

Thats my favorite

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

❤️❤️❤️

and this is now my dream, too lol

@Vancaskeys

9 күн бұрын

😂😂😂

OMG, this one checks MANY boxes. You went through in great detail all the options. Can you share what was factory / dealer installed upgrades then what did they done after market? Thank you guys for all you do in sharing all the details.

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

We did a video on our channel just going over all the MODs we did after buying this RV. In the next week we will also be upgrading the sink and the shower surround. I am sure there will be more MOD's to follow. Hope Coachmen is watching.

Makes me want to drive to Texas to trade in my Thor Tellaro '23 20 L! I'm so tired of the build issues, I should name mine Ms. Lemon! And your organization is stellar, just like I try to do with mine, but I don't have the space.

@Vancaskeys

3 ай бұрын

Haha! We feel the same! Ms. Lemon 🍋 😅 they might need to meet!

There are European companies like Giotti selling B+ campers similar to these for about half the price. On the same Ford chassis as well. I believe the only creature comforts they are missing is a roof A/C and maybe an on board generator. Both can be remedied for under 10k

An 80” bed! Now that’s tall guy approved 👍 The downside, someone is trapped at the back, and neither one of us makes it a whole night without getting up.

You were right calling it a class C. It gets me every time someone refers to these as a B Plus. This goes back years. House built around a bare frame = Class A. House built inside the walls of a van = Class B. Hybrid, original cab (truck or van) with house built behind = Class C. At least that's the way it started years ago. Now, every dealer, manufacturer and user has their own name for it. IMHO I know, probably should just keep my mouth shut, 🤣

Was this Van all original design by Mfg? Because if so they've came a long way! Finally more as an actual RV. Super!! Verses DIYS. WHICH THERE ARE SOME GORGEOUS DIYS OUT THERE.

That is a CRAZY good price! WOW! I love that thing! Yours? You should add some THOR logos and add 'Thor Lemon' to your logos. giggles

Nice!

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Thanks for the shoutout guys! This rig is solid! I'm curious how that AWD handles in the snow and sand??? We've been loving the 4WD down here in baja and I don't think I can come back down here without it, we're spoiled now! I've been thinking of what were going to do if/when child #2 comes around this is definitely an option. $136,000 wow that's not bad, I'm assuming that didn't come with all the electrical upgrades though right???

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

Hi Mathers! I am happy to report Critter (and its AWD) is amazing in snow and ice. We have plowed through 11" of fresh snow on the road almost like it wasn't even there. Also very steady over icy mountain passes with solid footing. You do have 5 different settings for the AWD that you change on the big screen at any time. We mainly use Eco, Mud & Rut and Snow & Ice. We do plan to get down to Galviston, TX soon to see how it does on the beach. The coach came equiped from the factory with all but the additional 2 solar panels we added to the roof just before the Vancaskies shot their video. We paid $400 for the extra 400 watts up there, and it made a big difference. For us having 2 huge 400 amp hours of lithium was the game changer. The second dedicated altinator was important to us as well. The generator was an option it turns out we don't really need, but it is nice to have if we just don't want to move for a couple of weeks and there is little sun. If you didn't have it, you still have the option to idle the engine to charge batteries.

Hope you enjoy it!

Is it just me or does everyone else want to get up and dance with the music!

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Hahaha! Love this!

$136,000 seems a little bit on the high side. It does appear to be a nice RV though. I would believe the value to be closer to a low of $89,000, to a high of about $129,000. Manufacturers are doing everything they can to try to drive up the MSRPs. Also, 12 mi per gallon approximate, it's a little bit concerning. However, to be fair, this is pretty typical for recreational vehicles. Manufacturers really need to consider putting in hybrid engines, because this could raise fuel economy up to 25%. Plug-in hybrids would even be better. They could also put heat extension/diffusion fins on the engine to allow quicker heat transfer away from the motor, increasing fuel economy at tiny bit by lowering the engine temperature and also creating a semi air-cooled engine. Think about the old air-cooled VW motors. In other words make a modern version of the VW motor. RV technology really needs to improve, especially in areas of quality and fuel economy.

Awesome OTD price with all of those features.

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Yeah! We were super impressed!

I have to say that is the nicest small rig I have seen. The interior is so clean and finished. I wonder what the gas mileage is? I wish it had a north south bed.

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

We are geting about 15 MPG in good conditions. There are 3 different models with all different bed configurations. Even one with bunkbeds.

New to the channel. I am going to be a future buyer of this size RV. I travel with a big German shepherd. I also want to use it in everyday use for small trips. Keeping the size down but open. Do those microwaves come with an air fryer button? Future video suggests on any RVs that are made for large dog travels. Not sure if these manufacturers think of those things yet. Just wondering. ❤

Thanks for another awesome video! We are waffling between B and B+... how much of difference is it really in parking at stores/ driving in city areas... have 3 small dogs and nervous about the 22 foot coachman beyond vs slightly larger one like this one!

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

We have owned both and traveled extensively in both. No issues with either regarding parking and driving comfort. I would say the Ford Transit is far more comfortable to drive than the Dodge Promaster for me. The Coachmen B+ is 24' long but I really don't find it any more challenging than the B Class we had before. The big difference is the interior space. I actually knew one owner who had 2 dogs and made the "garage" below the bed a high end kennel for his little traveling buddies.

I can’t believe that price! I want it!

Hey guys love your reviews, this van rocks! We have a custom build 2022 144 Sprinter with a few revolutionary features. The bed slides backwards and upwards to make more space during the day. The W/C slides into an adjacent cabinet making more space for the shower. If you are interested, could give you some ideas if you ever decide to go self / custom build in the future 😂

@Sandy410NJ

4 ай бұрын

@venture-undecided. Watched your videos and loved your ideas😀☝

@Venture-undecided

4 ай бұрын

It’s our 4th van, some of the mechanicals were challenging. Think the design for this Sprinter 144 is the best we’ve done yet 😊

I love this but being in the south I really need ducted a/c. I love the blue counters so much I’m going to change the counters on mine.

Toilet Room? Maybe take one from yachting and call it a 'Day Head'? A day head is a toilet and a sink, on a yacht. A bathroom that is used away from the cabins, so it never or rather, seldom has a shower in it.

This is a fantastic RV. I can definitely seemy self in this RV. Except would delete the propane.

I like this RV & the couple who did the review. Hillary looks like a older Taylor Swift 😮 I mean that in a good way too😊

If you took the words off the screen, we could actually, see what we tuned in to watch.😊Other that it, is great & we love the motorhome.

Great tour, but did you miss some storage next to the WC? It looked like maybe a pantry or wardrobe was there.

Sir, were you SOCOM? Thank you for your service.

Okay you guys have to inhale every now and again. God Bob you actually got Hillary all worked up you rock. Nice to see you guys so excited. Really nice B+. That little more room does make a big difference. Do you think you could camp in the same locations as a regular B or would you have to go to camp sites? PS. Hillary. Bob needs some pointy toed cowboy boots in some really cool hide.

Would you ever consider stepping up to a higher-end custom built van? It seems like you only highlight factory built rigs on your channel. Thanks.

I wondered about that overhead fan ... I know I'd end up whacking my head on those blades.

"Awesome " review guys

@Vancaskeys

4 ай бұрын

Haha! Thanks!

You didn't mention the ac system. It looked like it was situated more towards the front? No ducts in the rear? No wonder they installed a fan in br area. I like Coachmen products. Nova 20D is my favorite. I have the name of a salesman at MHRVS in TX when you're ready to trade Mr. Lemon.😊 As always, good video.

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

We are looking forward to warmer weather so we can really run the the AC. It is situated just a little forward of center but you can direct the airflow with 4 vents. The ceiling fans should keep the air cerculating as well. A big selling factor for us was the ability to run the AC off the house batteries. It will be interesting to see what kind of draw it has compaired to the stovetop or microwave for example.

The tow hitch is 4000lb but what is the towing specs so you can add a Tow vehicle (TOAD) Thanks. Great video...

@ricktanner9817

4 ай бұрын

As we do not plan on having a TOAD I have not looked into those specs. With something so drivable, I don't know that pulling another vehicle would be a choice for many owners. If I had a boat, I would certainly want to pull that so I should consider those specs.

Shower would be an easy mod put a shower bar that can expand out and use a shower curtain instead of a door