Forum newbie..an Escape in my future

jrwest69@gmail.com · 01-11-2021, 02:40 PM

Just placed a deposit on the E19...really amazed at the production timeline...wow. Have had a Casita 16', a Airstream Bambi 19', and most recently a 2013 Airstream 23'FB. The 23' Airstream is going on the market this spring as we just don't need that much size anymore and our TV (2006 Toyota Tacoma 4WD w/tow package) now has over 220,000 miles on it and not getting any younger (just like me). I appreciate forums as I have learned so much from past ones I have followed. Glad to be here.

Eggscape · 01-11-2021, 04:33 PM

I am sure you will enjoy your new trailer.

Doug-B · 01-14-2021, 04:11 PM

Welcome! This is a great forum. Lots of knowledge. I am waiting on my E19 also. No trailer now, sold our pop-up.

NEWYORKHILLBILLY · 01-14-2021, 08:33 PM

welcome.

DennisJGray · 02-27-2021, 09:47 AM

Hi There,

My wife and i are planning to purchase an Escape - we live near Ithaca NY and LOVE the Adirondacks - we are new to Ithaca (Canadian and a Puerto Rican).

How did the purchase process go - we are hoping to get the 23 when its available (retirement gift to myself and wife). What options struck you as great additions? Thanks Heaps

Dennis Gray
dennis.gray@backyardbrands.com

cpaharley2008 · 02-27-2021, 10:13 AM

Welcome Jack, to our little Escape world. If you need help with your build, we are here to spend your money for you.........

DennisJGray · 02-27-2021, 11:16 AM

Hi:

It would be AWESOME to learn any great suggestions on how to option/design. We are planning for a 23. We are professional couple (I'm nearing partial retirement and we want to integrate both). BIG internet users for careers.

Any tips on gear (we are pretty geared up for "Glamping" already.

2 pack canoes.

Grandkids (3 -5 years old).

2020 Toyota 4 Runner

Thanks Heaps,
Dennis - Ithaca NY (and a CANUK).

NEWYORKHILLBILLY · 02-28-2021, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by DennisJGray

Hi:

It would be AWESOME to learn any great suggestions on how to option/design. We are planning for a 23. We are professional couple (I'm nearing partial retirement and we want to integrate both). BIG internet users for careers.

Any tips on gear (we are pretty geared up for "Glamping" already.

2 pack canoes.

Grandkids (3 -5 years old).

2020 Toyota 4 Runner

Thanks Heaps,
Dennis - Ithaca NY (and a CANUK).

It will be hard to get any feedback on the 23 as no one has seen one yet. First question is will you 2020 4 runner tow a 23' . I not sure on this but do believe its unlikely. Maybe a 19' foot would be a better match for the 4 runner. I think if you plan on packing canoes and grand kids and a 23' trailer I would consider a bigger tow rig. other thing would Be to get your deposit in soon as looks like there booked out until the January of 2023

DennisJGray · 02-28-2021, 09:02 AM

Hi There! We decided to shift to a 21C. I hope they are not book that long, thanks for the feedback!!!!

TTMartin · 02-28-2021, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by DennisJGray

How did the purchase process go - we are hoping to get the 23 when its available (retirement gift to myself and wife). What options struck you as great additions?

Until the Escape 23 standard equipment list is released it will be hard to say which options are good for it.

For example the 6.3 cu ft fridge is a great upgrade for the 19, it's standard on the 21NE. The kitchen window is a must have upgrade for the 19, it's standard on the 21NE. Other recommendations you might hear like extra insulation and thermal windows are now standard on all trailers.

DennisJGray · 02-28-2021, 09:21 AM

Thanks, after some research and noodling, we have decided on the 21 C. thanks!!!!

TTMartin · 02-28-2021, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by NEWYORKHILLBILLY

Maybe a 19' foot would be a better match for the 4 runner. I think if you plan on packing canoes and grand kids and a 23' trailer I would consider a bigger tow rig.:

I think this comment is still applicable to the 21C or 21NE. You'll likely be pushing the payload capacity of your 4 Runner carrying extra passengers and 2 pack canoes even with an Escape 19.

DennisJGray · 02-28-2021, 09:37 AM

Thanks!

diannelgraham · 02-28-2021, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by DennisJGray

Thanks, after some research and noodling, we have decided on the 21 C. thanks!!!!

I tow my 19 foot with a Toyota Tacoma tow capacity of 6500 pounds. A 21C dry weight is 3465 and any options you add with increase the weight. Your 4 runner only has a 5000 pound tow capacity. Myself I would not feel at all comfortable towing with it.

DennisJGray · 02-28-2021, 09:44 AM

Hi There, congratulations! - we are hoping to get a Escape 21C on order - what was your production time? Thanks!

Dennis

NEWYORKHILLBILLY · 03-01-2021, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DennisJGray

Thanks, after some research and noodling, we have decided on the 21 C. thanks!!!!

There selling a 21 c today on there website at 6.PST You would have to have a deposit in and be lucky winner of getting it in you cart and checked out first. someone will get and avoid the long wait.

https://escapetrailer.com/inventory/

for production times you can check here

https://escapetrailer.com/payments/

DennisJGray · 03-01-2021, 08:47 AM

Thanks, we saw that and will try to join to watch. I actually got my models mixed up, we are booking a 21 NE.

Look forward to meeting you.

Thanks

Dennis

NEWYORKHILLBILLY · 03-01-2021, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by diannelgraham

I tow my 19 foot with a Toyota Tacoma tow capacity of 6500 pounds. A 21C dry weight is 3465 and any options you add with increase the weight. Your 4 runner only has a 5000 pound tow capacity. Myself I would not feel at all comfortable towing with it.

I also tow with a 2013 Tacoma. I avoided the 21 for the same reason . My 19 has a lot of options bringing the weight up. 3723.
with that said it is possible to have a 21c weight less than my my 19 depending on options. I think a person would better to compare based on there options. for example my fridge and kitchen window (about 80lbs) would already be included in the base wight of the 21c .

DennisJGray · 03-01-2021, 08:57 AM

Thanks BTW , i dont know much about the Ambassador program but will tag you with being ous if your are ok with that,

Dennis

NEWYORKHILLBILLY · 03-01-2021, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by DennisJGray

Thanks, we saw that and will try to join to watch. I actually got my models mixed up, we are booking a 21 NE.

Look forward to meeting you.

Thanks

Dennis

Dennis

I would spend the wait time you will have looking at the different models. If you call ETI they will give local models to look at . I not sure if there is any 21NE local. I know there is 19's and 21'C .. I came very close to order a 21NE myself. we decided to stick with the 19 for 2 reasons one was my Tacoma v-6 tow rig and the other i wanted the larger table in the 19' . each unit has its advantages and disadvantage . Of the lay outs i like the 21 c best,but it was a deal breaker with teh smaller bed. we had a casita and wanted larger bed and larger table.

here is link to the 21c there selling today, but you have to like green.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Xg_p7PKWlg&t=120s

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