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Lots of problems. Floor plan is great. Construction and quality, not so much. Under belly started dropping out after we towed it home, (about 20 miles), then down to OKC from just south of Tulsa about 30 miles. Total pull time miles for us 150 miles. (Except when we took it back to the dealership to fix the underside), then back to the RV park where we keep it. The dealer we purchased it from repaired it. Wall board inside won’t except adhesive hooks for like small wall clocks or anything without peeling off. First time we had it on propane the stove fittings leaked gas out bad. We tightened those up after a near explosion event! 2 years in the refrigerator quit working, hot water gas side quit working, (thankful it was both electric or gas), the thermostat for air conditioning and heating will just quit cycling the air conditioning unit, also the furnace, happens usually on the hottest days or freezing days and nights. Has led to the camper getting very cold or hot if you’re not in it to catch it happening. Replaced the Dometic 310 toilet just this year, leaking around where the pedestal joins the ceramic bowl. You can see daylight around the door frame, the stereo system quit working, the vent fan in the bathroom screen has never stayed on correctly. Let’s see what else. Well that’s about all I can think of tonight. (The thermostat problem has bit us several probably no less than 20 times). When we took it for the under belly repairs told the dealership but they couldn’t duplicate the problem with the thermostat so they wouldn’t warranty it! So, that’s all I have to say about that for now! Show less

This was our first travel trailer. We bought it for our own travel and for taking some of the grandkids along. We really like this trailer. The updated look is great. The main bedroom area seems roomy and has a good amount of storage. I added access cutouts to the area under the bed for shoes, etc. Like that it has sliding doors for privacy. The kitchen area is plenty big enough for camping. The bunk area is perfect for kids and can handle adults if necessary. The storage under the bunks is very useful. The only drawback for us is the bathroom which is the typical small bathroom beside the bunk area. Love the electric fireplace and the fact that it can warm the trailer pretty well without having to use the heater. We do have the dual A/C units on this one and they are awesome! Way better than other units on significantly more expensive RV's , we know this from personal experience. I believe they could get it as cold as you could want it. Went camping when it was 111 degrees they kept inside temp at 72. I know you can spend a lot more but for us this unit was really great and fit all our needs. Show less

Buying a Forest River product was one of the worst decisions I’ve ever made. We've had constant issues—starting with the slide-out, which has never worked right, trim falling apart, water leaks, and more. Reaching out to Forest River is useless—they don’t return calls, emails, or show any concern for their customers. When we took our unit in the first time, the tech told us the slide-out hole was cut wrong from the factory. Not long after, that guy was mysteriously gone—seems like he was let go for telling us the truth. Dealers are clearly forced to downplay the problems and claim it’s just an 'adjustment'—but it's a manufacturing defect, plain and simple. Total disappointment. Show less

This volt1200 is an amazing travel trailer. It is a small rv . However it doesn’t need to be plugged in for incredibly long stretches if at all! . Everything in the camper runs off the lithium battery including the ac and microwave! It’s recharged by three massive 365 watt solar panels. The heater is a Truma combi that works quiet and efficient on propane which the unit has duel propane tanks. The camper has a heated and enclosed underbelly and large capacity water tanks.. 36 fresh 30 grey 30 black. My wife and I just went on a trip for 2 weeks in it and found it to be a great unit. The battery was either fully charged or mostly charged every day while just driving down the road. Not much is out there for these and I think it’s unfortunate because we have had great experiences so far. Show less

Our family of 4 (2 Adults & 2 Tweens) LOVED this RV. We use it for state park camping, and visiting different RV Parks & Resorts. All sorts of weekend escapes and vacations! We used our SUV to pull it and didn't have any problems with towing the trailer. We really like the space we get when the slide is out! Show less

BOUGHT MINE 2 MONTHS AGO. TOOK ON SECOND TRIP AND WATER HEATER BLEW OUT, WATER PUMP IS INOP AND AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE ITH INITIAL HOOK UP. NEVER EXCEEDS 35-40 PSI. DENIED HEATER REPAIRS BUT NOT THE CHEAP WATER PUMP...WTF? 2 MONTHS OLD, HOW WOULD THIS NOT BE COVERED. MY FIFTH TRAILER OVER 20 YEARS. TERRIBLE COMPANY OVERALL DEFINATELY STAY AWAY Show less

I've had a Grand Design Transcend Xplor 261BH, and I couldn’t be happier with this travel trailer! From the moment we stepped inside, it felt like a perfect blend of comfort, practicality, and quality—everything my family and I were looking for in a home away from home. The layout is fantastic, especially for a family. With a spacious queen bed up front for the adults and double-size bunk beds in the rear, there’s plenty of room for everyone to sleep comfortably. My kids absolutely love having their own little bunk area—it’s like their personal hideout, which makes bedtime a breeze. The trailer sleeps up to 9, so we’ve even had space for friends or extended family to join us on trips. The kitchen is a standout feature for me. It’s well-equipped with a deep stainless steel sink, residential countertops, and plenty of storage, making meal prep super easy whether we’re cooking inside or using the outdoor kitchen. Speaking of which, the outdoor kitchen has been a game-changer—grilling burgers while enjoying the fresh air just adds to the camping experience. Cleanup is quick too, leaving us more time to relax. Storage is another huge plus. This trailer has so much space for all our gear, clothes, and essentials, yet it still feels open and uncluttered inside. The build quality really shines through—everything feels solid and sturdy, from the hardwood drawer fronts to the upgraded residential furniture. It’s clear that Grand Design put a lot of thought into making this trailer both functional and durable. Towing has been a breeze with our half-ton truck, and the power tongue jack makes setup at the campsite quick and stress-free. The heated and enclosed underbelly is a nice touch too, giving us confidence that we can extend our camping season without worrying about the weather. We’ve only had it for a short time, but so far, it’s exceeded our expectations. The attention to detail, like the USB ports throughout and the Bluetooth stereo with exterior speakers, just adds to the overall enjoyment. It’s the little things that make this trailer feel special. If you’re in the market for a reliable, family-friendly travel trailer that’s built to last, I can’t recommend the Transcend Xplor 261BH enough—it’s been an absolute joy to own! Show less

I bought my camper Dec 21st 2024. I was on the road to live out of it for 2+ months for my job by Jan 15 2025. When purchased, I was told to leave winterized for the trip, due to having a tank less water heater and driving in below freezing temps. In My 7 day drive, my vent from the stove, flew off from the outside, the lid to my propane cover flew off and my caps to the back bumper flew off. I get to my destination and I called RV Mobile for repairs, left a VM asking for a return call. This was Jan 23rd. On Jan 24, I had my water filled up and we were flushing out antifreeze and water was spraying everywhere. We shut everything down and I called RV Mobile again and left another message. 4 days go, and I still have not received a return call. I called back, asked for Manager. Now I have an apt! Water Pump is broken right out of the gate! They order a new part, it comes in. The week they were supposed to come back, my fridge starts with an E4 code. Now, my fridges isn't staying cold and I am losing food. I called RV .Mobile again and report the fridge, this is Feb 14th before I have another appointment. This time to look at fridge and fix the water pump. FEB 14th apoint is my apt, and RV Mobile forgot to pencil my confirmation In. So they call and tell me they will get me wiggled in. Couple hours later RV Mobile calls and says the water pump is not the right part and they cannot fix that day, but will come to look at the fridge. Later this evening, I went to turn the heat on and now my heat isn't working. It's 9 pm on a Friday with temps in low 40⁰s over the weekend, needless to say at this point, I am very upset and about this entire situation. No water, no fridge and no heat. All the things I spent thousands of dollars on, NOT working for me as needed..... That following Thursday, RV Mobile comes out to check my heat, now, we find that when RV Mobile analyzed the fridge, pulled a wire out which caused heat to not work- that's fixed thank goodness!! Fast forward to March 19th (my birthday) I get a call from RV Mobile (no mind you, my water, covers and vents are STILL NOT FIXED), THIS CALL!!!! RV Mobile tells me my fridge arrived from carriers and it's now damaged from a forklift.. I am supposed to leave work in 2 weeks and go home. Need here for 10 weeks and have nothing fixed, nothing working for the reasons I bout this camper. Limited on people who can do manufactured warranty- there is much to blame on Forest Rivers products as well as their certified technicians that is seriously lacking qualifications. Show less

Best quality RV I have ever owned tows like a dream best winter RV you can buy. Quality and craftsmanship surpasses any RV sold today. Best resale value of RVs today. Tinted windows reflect the heat and they are double pane to keep the heat in. Frame is super quality tougher than nails. Trailer hitch high quality build. Factory support is quick friendly and professional. Never a problem getting a response from Bigfoot. Buy your Bigfoot used to avoid paying Tariffs. Show less

Its been my home away from home! Plenty of room, comfy heated beds I hated to leave, and incredible quality!! Everything always worked! Easy to set up and take down..Forest River really has nice, quality campers. I traveled a lot by myself and set up was easy. Love the fact I didn't need to share pottys and shower since it has that too. Show less