“It’s not about being small, it’s about doing more, with less” Greg McAdoo said it best. It’s a common misconception that bigger is always better – and The Aliner is a perfect example of getting more for less, while doing less and getting more. This amazing camper that was once an idea has become one of the worlds most favorite travel toys and continues to surprise us with adventure and quality products. Lets dive into the reasons why Aliners are winning the hearts of RV Buyers.
The History of The Aliner Camper
A lot of really great business ideas started out as hobbies. This is a great example of that. In the early 1970s, Ralph Tait had an idea so he went into his garage in Bend, Oregon and began tinkering. Several weeks and a few blisters later, he emerged with a revolutionary design for the first A-frame pop-up camper. It was sensible. It was different. And it was light enough to be towed with just about any vehicle. Friends wanted one. Family wanted one. Friends of family wanted one. As word of mouth spread, Ralph found himself making more campers out of his garage. That’s when Ralph’s sons had their own bright idea. Why not turn this hobby into a real business?
The family moved to Pennsylvania and began making Aliner campers. Two brothers would build one. The third brother would hitch it to the family station wagon and drive across the country until he sold it. When he returned, the brothers would have another Aliner waiting. After years of hard work and several hundred thousand miles on the poor station wagon, the family retired in 2007. Today they continue to build every Aliner with the same quality, craftsmanship and pride as Ralph and his sons did for over 30 years.
The Classic
This is the model that started it all. All other Aliner models are variations of this original design. Classic earned its name by satisfying customers for over 30 years. It’s not the largest or smallest. It’s not the heaviest or lightest. It’s what Classic owners like to call “just right.” Versatile, adaptable, comfortable with everything you want and nothing you don’t. The Classic is just that …classic.
The Expedition
Ready to handle any adventure, Expedition offers nearly double the “living space”, 30% more storage room, taller counter tops, taller beds, flush mount euro style sink and stove, and our highest capacity chassis compared to our other models. Even as our largest model, it weighs less than 2,000 lbs and is towable by many fuel-efficient vehicles. Expedition is perfect model for the whole family or the couple that just wants more room.
LXE
The Aliner LXE was truly designed to be your home on the road. The standard hard-walled front dormer provides ample space and head room for the built-in shower and cassette toilet. All of this in a package that weighs less than 2000 lbs.
Ranger 12
There comes a time in life when you simply can no longer sleep on the ground. Enter Scout, the Aliner for traditional tent campers who want or need more than a tent. Scout offers the essentials amenities as well as quality construction, affordability, and ample storage space for all your gear. With a roof over your head and a nice soft bed to sleep on, you’ll find Scout is the perfect platform from which to launch all your outdoor adventures.
Scout
There comes a time in life when you simply can no longer sleep on the ground. Enter Scout, the Aliner for traditional tent campers who want or need more than a tent. Scout offers the essentials amenities as well as quality construction, affordability, and ample storage space for all your gear. With a roof over your head and a nice soft bed to sleep on, you’ll find Scout is the perfect platform from which to launch all your outdoor adventures.
There’s no doubt that Aliners are winning the hearts of RV Buyers. It’s small but fierce, lightweight yet expansive inside and easy to tow. We have new and used units and are confident we can help you pick out the perfect Ainer for your adventures. Contact us today or click any of the photos above to check out each model!
