Long shot, but considering moving into an AT Habitat if anyone out there is looking to go the other way. Looking to give up some convenience of set up to be able to sleep 3-4 people instead of 2. GFC Camper could include Kinsmen Awning + a few accessories including full lighting on awning and inside camper if interested. Willing to add cash if there is a price difference. Willing to meet anywhere on the west coast.
My GFC Camper for your AT Habitat (5' bed)
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Good luck on this. I love my habitat and you will enjoy the extra space. You might be better off selling the GFC versus a trade as I always see people wanting to buy a reservation spot for them (but also see just as many wanting to sell their reservation spot).
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maybe this guy will trade you??
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artfav98229
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I am heading out of town mid-September. I don't need a camper until then. If you might be interested is selling rather than trading, let me know. I live about an hour and a half north of Seattle. Depending on where you are in Oregon, I would be happy to meet you somewhere. If we made a deal, I could give you a deposit, and you could still play with it until fall. Let me know.
Art
primussucks
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So this is the big debate over at my house right now...
The Pros of the GFC are the construction.
The Cons are the sleeping arrangements.
I don't know anything about the AT Summit construction, but it doesn't appear as sturdy as the GFC.
The Pro of the AT Summit is the sleeping setup. The fact that there is 3' of space to crawl in and out while the bed is deployed. That and you can leave the bed made up and just flip it up when not in use.
GFC seems like you need to move some cushions around to enter/exit the bedroom.
Really wish GFC would just make a bed that raised/lowered with the extra space to enter/exit... That would seal the deal for me.
Any thoughts/insights to your experiences with either?
The Pros of the GFC are the construction.
The Cons are the sleeping arrangements.
I don't know anything about the AT Summit construction, but it doesn't appear as sturdy as the GFC.
The Pro of the AT Summit is the sleeping setup. The fact that there is 3' of space to crawl in and out while the bed is deployed. That and you can leave the bed made up and just flip it up when not in use.
GFC seems like you need to move some cushions around to enter/exit the bedroom.
Really wish GFC would just make a bed that raised/lowered with the extra space to enter/exit... That would seal the deal for me.
Any thoughts/insights to your experiences with either?
Hey Art,
This actually sounds perfect. No deposit needed, I'll PM you my number so we can stay in touch. I actually live in Seattle now and most likely moving to Bellingham by September so it would be easy to meet up.
Cheers,
Nick
I think for the build quality they're both top notch (short of the hinge issues the GFCs had in the beginning). The GFC camper is ideal from the utility point of view. The side access is invaluable for loading and unloading the truck and I often use it in the "cabana" mode when just hanging out at camp. It's also the most low profile and light weight of the bunch and has the shortest overhang which allows for a small platform roof rack over the cab. The channel system is super useful. I've been able to easily add an awning, WeBoost antenna, roof rack bars, backup camera, etc without having to deal with drilling and adding rivets which you would have to do on the other platforms if you don't option it from the beginning). You've mentioned the main downside.. it's a shorter platform and you have to remove panels to get access to the "downstairs". When going solo I usually have 2 of the panels out and use the long panel as a bed and desk. The other main downside is because of how low profile it is there is absolutely no room to leave your sleeping bags / inflatable pillow / etc on the bed when shutting it. As a matter of fact, it takes some practice folding the tent material perfectly so it shuts easily, otherwise you're wrestling it for it to shut. If I were you I would look into the AluCab Canopy camper. It's pretty burly but has the pros of the GFC (large side access panels, a system to easily add accessories to the outside) and the AT Summit (the flip up bed, and aluminum construction). The downside of that one is of course price and weight, but I think it's a nice balance. For me, the AT Habitat is the only option since I want to build a desk space where I could simultaneously have access to the bed. Short of going to a full size truck and a FourWheelCamper, the AT Habitat is the only camper that provides that kind of square footage.
primussucks
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Thanks...
I think we arrived at the same conclusion.
We've all but eliminated the wedge style now. Leaning more towards a flatbed with some sort of pop up.. FWC, Hallmark, etc. It's a different direction, but given what we want to do I don't think the wedge is going to be right for us.
