There’s nothing better than hitting the road and exploring the great outdoors…in the best camping trailer you can find of course.
Whether it’s just you and your partner, or there are kids and a dog also along for the ride, everyone on an adventure with a travel trailer wants their getaways to be comfortable, hassle-free, and memorable.
Here’s the problem: not all trailers or RVs hold up well, due to being made of inferior materials and poor craftsmanship.
Not only do most standard campers require a lot of maintenance to prevent structural damage and leaks, their value drops quicker than you can set up your awning.
But don’t stress, a new elite class of trailer has rolled into town: the molded fiberglass camper.
In this article, we’ll share seven reasons why molded fiberglass campers are the ultimate travel choice for your next adventure in 2023. You’ll also learn:
* What materials are typically used with traditional style campers – and why fiberglass outperforms them all
* The nightmare camper owner problems you can avoid by investing in a fiberglass travel trailer
* The significant differences in weight – a big consideration when splashing out on a new camper
* Why upkeep and maintenance is minimal with molded fiberglass campers
* Differences in depreciation and warranties offered by various brands.
Cortes Campers have a rock-solid reputation for producing top-quality molded fiberglass campers. Let’s now look at those seven reasons why fiberglass is a smart pick in terms of quality, reliability, safety – and protecting your investment.
Sound good? Let’s get into gear…
#1 A Weight Off Your Mind
The very nature of fiberglass material makes these type of campers significantly lighter than all others on the road.
A compact 17ft travel trailer typically weighs around 4000lbs, which simply cannot be pulled by most vehicles. These are therefore usually offered alongside pickups or powerful ranges of Jeeps.
Meanwhile, the 17ft molded fiberglass model produced by Cortes Campers has a dry weight of just 2680 pounds. This means it can be pulled by most SUVs and most likely many crossovers, and of course the lighter load will also be lighter on your fuel consumption.
#2 Built Like A Boat – And Airplane!
Bumpy roads naturally lead to wear and tear on most campers, but when you have a camper that’s built like a boat, the journey is always smooth sailing. The experts behind Cortes Campers also have decades of experience in building the highest-quality boats – and have transferred those key design elements to camper production.
Similar to a boat, the robust, lightweight structure can withstand endless bouncing. Furthermore, it only has seams around the midsection – which are sealed and secured with the same high-performance adhesive used on boats and airplanes.
#3 No Danger of the Dreaded Rot
They clock up thousands of miles all over the country and are built for all weather conditions. That’s the way it should be with all campers exploring the great outdoors.
What most people don’t realise though is that the traditional ‘stick-built’ campers can potentially rot over time due to repeated exposure to rain and extreme weather.
Up until a few years ago, wood was used in virtually all campers. Depending on the brand and quality of materials used, that wood can rot quicker than you may expect.
Because of the double hull fiberglass design and no wood or fillers included in the construction of Cortes Campers, there is nothing to break apart, rot, develop mold or wear out.
#4 Fiberglass Campers Are More Durable…And Leak-Proof
Ask any RV owner and they will tell you that leaks and water damage are one of their biggest headaches. Since fiberglass campers have rounded corners and few exterior seams, they are much less likely to face leaks and water damage.
Furthermore, the fiberglass frames also hold up better during travel. Cortes Campers have a double-hulled design with only one seam around the middle. There are virtually no pieces to fall off or get damaged on bumpy roads.
#5 Stay Cosy and Comfortable
We’ve all been on those camping expeditions where you end up wearing five layers of clothes – and you wish you’d brought a hot water bottle!
But with the right camper trailer, you don’t have to worry about freezing in winter or sweltering in summer. The Cortes Campers trailer has a double-hulled design with carbon core honeycomb engineered panels between the hull pieces. This adds more strength and better insulation compared to other trailers which have just a single hull design.
In all four seasons, this provides comfortable temperatures inside regardless of the weather outside.
#6 Unique Product Warranty
Most warranties for RVs in the US are for 2-3 years, with some only providing cover for one year, according to the RV Geeks website.
Repairs for RVs and camper trailers can be expensive, and even brand new trailers have been known to have issues on their first road trip. That would be enough to ruin anyone’s vacation before it’s really begun.
It’s pretty much unheard of to find a 7-year warranty like the one provided by Cortes Campers against manufacturer defects or failures in the design. Dealer networks across the US also mean that repairs can be carried out across the country.
#7 Holds Its Value
Buy a new travel trailer and the value drops by around 21% in just one year. After five years, that depreciation is roughly 37%, according to the Camper Report website.
That means if you spend $50,000 on a camper trailer, it’ll be worth $39,500 only 12 months later.
Here’s the good news: those calculations don’t apply to fiberglass campers because they are more durable and maintain their appearance for much longer too.
If you decide to sell on, or upgrade a few years down the line, you can expect to get top dollar and not lose a chunk of your initial investment.
Conclusion
The verdict is clear: molded fiberglass is in a camper class of its own. Sure, some models may be a little more expensive than lower quality, stick-made travel trailers…but who wants to pay the costly price of nightmare repairs, depreciation and potentially a ruined vacation or two?
