Teardrop trailers are supposed to be affordable, but when it comes to buying one, the majority of models are priced way beyond any reasonable amounts without really offering worthy amenities. In today’s episode I will show you the cheapest models I was able to find on the market describing the most important characteristics and of course listing prices. Spoiler alert, many of them start below $5,000.
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0:37 #1 My Mini Trailer: myminitrailer.com
After overcoming a price tag shock caused by modern teardrops, Umit Demircan, had no other choice but to found his own company My Tiny Trailer and produce an affordable lightweight solution.
1:45 #2 Retro Ride Teardrops: retrorideteardrops.com
On the market for more than 17 years, the Wisconsin manufacturer, Retro Ride Teardrops, hand-builds all of their teardrop units using the highest-grade American plywood covered with mill finish aluminum.
2:53 #3 2020 Runaway Campers Cool Camp: runawaycampers.com/coolcamp
Before the new Slice teardrop hits the market later in 2020, the Cool Camp will remain the most affordable model from the Florida-based Runaway Campers.
4:03 #4 Hiker Trailers: hikertrailers.com
Two more locations to get yourself an affordable trailer are Denver Colorado and Indianapolis, Indiana, where production facilities of Hiker Campers are located.
5:14 #5 Tiny Camper Company Rugged Rhino: tinycampercompany.com/upgrades-3/5x8-rugged-rhino
Tiny Camper Company Rugged Rhino is the company’s bestselling teardrop, that weighs just 890 pounds and despite its compact dimensions, fits a queen bed and a 15-inch deep inside galley with standard kitchen equipment.
6:10 #6 Oregon Trail’R Do-Drop: oregontrailer.net/do-drop.html
The Do-Drop model by the Oregon Trailer is a perfect choice for those who need a simple, compact and, of course, affordable teardrop to get out camping.
#7:21 #7 Tiny Camper Company Standy: tinycampercompany.com/upgrades-3/5x8-standy-teardrop-stand-up-teardrop
Tiny Camper Company Standy measures 5 by 8 feet and has a 5-feet and 9-inch ceiling, that his high enough for most people to stand freely. The teardrop rides on 15-inch wheels and its construction is pretty similar to other builds from the brand.
8:13 #8 Star City Teardrops: starcityteardrops.com
Whether you would like to purchase your teardrop right away or get a custom-designed trailer, the Virginia Star City Teardrops has the right option for you. The company currently offers 4 stock models in 3 sizes, 48, 54 and 59 inches by 78 inches.
9:24 #9 TC Teardrops: tcteardrops.com
TCTeardrops LLC have been living life in a drop since 2008. The company was founded in Wausau, Central Wisconsin and ever since has been building custom camping trailers, reminiscent of the Kit Kampers from the 1930’s.
10:35 #10 2020 Earth Traveler Teardrop: earthtravelerteardroptrailers.com
We will be driving efficient vehicles in the future so trailers will have no choice but to become lighter as well. Meet the creation of Angel Irlanda, who founded Earth Traveler startup to build the worlds lightest teardrop.