New owner of a 2015 17B

[tazzilla]

Just wanted to say hello and introduce myself. I purchased my 17B from a fellow member and so far really like my new to me trailer. I am coming from a Chalet A-frame that honestly had more storage than you could really ever dream of having in such a compact space. The 17B was very close in storage space and honestly it has a tad more and the storage space is more usable. I am excited to have the 17B as my new camping companion for my spots here in Idaho. A hot shower after a 14 mile hike is going to be a game changer for me. Few pics from my happy place here in Idaho

[Rockhead]

Congratulations watched as you t tired to get one only to just miss out.may your future adventures be plentiful and wonderful

[rubicon327]

Congrats and enjoy your 17! Can't help but like a guy that tows with an early 4th gen Sport Edition V8 4Runner.

[Vermilye]

Congratulations! I had a 2011 17B for years before I got the urge for an oven & switched to a 21C. Enjoy your trailer. Towed the 17 with a V6 RAV4 & a Tacoma, both did the trick.

Jon

[tazzilla]

Love the 4th gen v8 sport, had a 99 4runner but it was a turd pulling a trailer. It pulled my tiny teardrop fine but my A-frame was too much. I assume yours is also a V8

[rubicon327]

Originally Posted by tazzilla

I assume yours is also a V8

Yes. Dropped in my lap when I went to a guys house to buy something off FB Marketplace. He saw my ‘05 SR5 V6 and said his was a third vehicle and he’d probably sell it if I wanted it. 2004 Sport Edition V8 4x4. In CA until 2012, hardly driven since he moved to NJ, 2 owners, dealer maintained, perfect Carfax, never used for towing and only 103K miles. I jumped on it! Sold my V6 to a coworker with 215K miles who uses it as a daily driver. He previously had the exact same vehicle and regretted it since selling.

My father also tows with an ‘07 SR5 V6.

[sherminator]

Welcome to the Escape group! I almost purchased a Chalet years ago - they built a few spec inventory units that had no appliances that I would've purchased if they had any more, but I purchase a Jumping Jack tent trailer instead. I moved on to my Escape 21NE back in 2020 and am loving the luxury of our fiberglass trailer.

[SageRpod]

Congratulations! Hope you enjoy many safe travels.

[marsman]

Before I bought my trailer we came really close to purchasing a 2 year old Chalet, what stopped me was that I had purchased a pickup in the meantime and so decided to go for something a tad bigger.

Enjoy your Escape, their a durable and well designed trailers!!

[h2owmn]

My first trailer (not first camping vehicle) was a Chalet LTW in 2007, and then a used bigger 2007 Aspen purchased in 2014--my son and his family now own that one. Currently I have a 17 A and it's a palace to me. Have fun making memories!

[Kosta]

Originally Posted by tazzilla

Just wanted to say hello and introduce myself. I purchased my 17B from a fellow member and so far really like my new to me trailer. I am coming from a Chalet A-frame that honestly had more storage than you could really ever dream of having in such a compact space. The 17B was very close in storage space and honestly it has a tad more and the storage space is more usable. I am excited to have the 17B as my new camping companion for my spots here in Idaho. A hot shower after a 14 mile hike is going to be a game changer for me. Few pics from my happy place here in Idaho

Congratulations wishing you all the best on all of your future adventures in Idaho and beyond!! From everyone here at Escape.

[brroberts]

Welcome, this forum, with it’s wealth of knowledge, was a major piece in my choosing Escape.

[Nindy]

Welcome, New Owner of a 2015 17B from an Old Owner of a 2015 17B! You’re gonna love it. May you have many happy adventures.

[Lanark Camper]

Congrats on the 17B ! Great choice, we love ours. Camped from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland, perfect size for us. Let us know how you enjoy it and the places you’re staying.
Bob