Our researching skills have certainly come in handy preparing for this trip. When it came to outfitting the Xterra for Alaska, we came across some very interesting options. In fact, we discovered that it is possible to turn your SUV into an RV!
There is a virtual goldmine of options for the lowly trailer hitch. Here are our top five examples:
1. The Otto Step (http://www.ottostep.com/buy.html ), which allows Rox to hop into the back of the Xterra with ease. It also doubles as a table.
2. The Bumper Dumper (http://www.bumperdumper.com/ ), which turns your trailer hitch into your own personal potty. (We ultimately opted for a more private experience.)
3. The Bivouac Buddy (http://www.bivouacbuddy.com/ ) portable shower offers a trailer hitch attachment.
4. The Freedom grill (http://store.freedomgrill.com/servlet/Search?category=Grills) offers a great solution for both tailgating and camping (except in bear country!).
5. The Hammaka trailer hitch cradle chairs (http://www.hammaka.com/products/Hammaka-Trailer-Hitch-Stand-(Hammaka-Chairs-Sold-Separately).html) offer two a beautiful view of the setting sun!
The most important feature for any camping trip rests with the sleeping arrangements. Because we live near Houston, we were able to purchase 5” thick foam and cut it to fit the bed of the Xterra. (Rox has already staked her third out of the middle.) NOTE: If you are interested in doing the same and need an alternative, you can purchase a queen size 4” inch memory foam mattress pad for around $120 from places like Overstock.com. Just cut it to fit your SUV bed.
If you're interested in other over-the-top bed options (no pun intended), check out the following:
Of course, anyone who knows me realizes that stairs and I don’t mix. Therefore, we opted for this less vertically-challenging solution. You’ll get the grand tour of our “rig” on its maiden voyage. Until then, keep thinking outside the box!
For more detailed information, please check our May 18, 2011, post, "How to Turn Your SUV into a RV (updated)!
For more detailed information, please check our May 18, 2011, post, "How to Turn Your SUV into a RV (updated)!
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