We are back from the 2024 Hershey RV Show, and we have some trends, favorite RVs, and other show highlights to share!
First, we want to say thank you! We appreciated the many people who stopped our table who read the blog, listen to the podcast, or own our books. You are all so great! We love this little community. It was also great to meet so many new people!
We also had fun sharing our “Where Should We Camp Next?” books and debuting our RV Atlas Coffee Company! Soon, you’ll have a chance to buy your very own bag of one of four special blends (Black Tank Blend, Camp Mojo, Morning Campfire, and Boondocker’s Delight). Check back in early October!
To hear more about the Hershey RV show, click play on the media player above–or look for The RV Atlas on your favorite podcast app!
5 Trends from the 2024 Hershey RV Show
There is a LOT to see at the Hershey RV Show, and we tried to take it all in! Here are a few trends we noticed from the show:
Small, European-style motorhomes are becoming more popular. Of course, we may have noticed more of these because we fell in love with this style of travel on our Iceland trip. Either way, we really liked many of the petite Class Cs we saw at Hershey and the new features and floorplans. Grand Design’s new Lineage is a great example of this! We also swoon over Leisure Travel Vans.
More manufacturers are doing off-site events in conjunction with the Hershey RV show. Space is tight at Hershey, and some manufacturers either can’t get a space or can’t get enough space, so why not take the party elsewhere? Some manufacturers offered treats and special deals to lure visitors to their off-site events. If you go in future years, look into these options, especially if you are looking for models, manufacturers, and dealers who won’t be at the show.
Pop-up, hybrid, and truck campers are not going away. Rumors have long been that these small segments of the RV market will die out, but they simply aren’t. They are small but mighty. We saw a lot of variety across these segments! Whether these are for the first timers or someone who wants to camp in something that feels like “camping,” these units still have a solid market.
Independent custom van builders are on the rise. While there were only a few at Hershey, we’ve noticed this trend across the U.S. These people take popular Class B van chassis and build them out with custom interiors and amenities. There is a boisterous market for these independent upstarts who are doing really cool things!
People love their RVs and love RVing! It was so great to hear from so many people who were truly happy with their rigs. While the industry has faced some complaints about quality, especially in recent years, the majority of people who own RVs love them and keep buying them.
Our Top RV Picks from the 2024 Hershey RV Show
We saw so many great RVs at Hershey! While there weren’t a ton of new things that really stood out as innovative, manufacturers are continuing to improve on the tried and true, while adding awesome new features and designs. Here are just a few of our favorites:
Flagstaff Shamrock 233S
Each time we step in this three-bed hybrid model, we think, “We should have bought this!” The Flagstaff Shamrock 233S is an older floorplan that never ceases to impress us! It’s also available as the Rockwood Roo 233S.
It’s impossible to find three queen beds in a 25-foot trailer…but that’s the magic of a hybrid! The 233S has three flip-out queen beds, giving you an unbelievable amount of sleeping space in a fairly short RV. It feels like a 32-foot model thanks to all of the space!
Plus, the hybrid beds still give you the connection to the outdoors that so many of us enjoy while camping! If you’re a family looking for a hybrid, check this one out!
Alliance Delta 321BH
The Alliance Delta 321BH really impresses in so many ways! The layout is great, the bunkhouse is great, the kitchen setup is great, and the decor is really appealing. It is on the longer side, at nearly 37 feet in length.
If you’re tired of the gray and white interiors, make sure to check out Alliance trailers! They have a mix of dark woods and lighter flooring and walls, which feels light and fresh.
Winnebago Echo and Jayco Granite
We spent a ton of time looking at the smaller Class Bs, as we mentioned above. Along with the Grand Design Lineage, the Winnebago EKKO series and the new Jayco Granite Ridge really hit the mark!
The rear twin beds are a game changer in a small space! You can add a cushion to the middle to make a king, or enjoy the ease of entry into the twins, with no need to climb over each other.
These “adventure” Class Bs are designed for off-grid camping and come with a lot of impressive amenities to make those stays comfortable!
inTech Black Wing
The inTech Black Wing toy hauler made its debut at the Hershey RV Show. We always love inTech’s designs. This one has a cool triangular front cap with two layers of storage, which you can see here:
While the layout is relatively standard to what you’d expect in a toy hauler, inTech has some cool features, including the 40-gallon fuel station.
We really liked the interior, as it felt quite “lux” with sleek, gold hardware, glossy cabinetry, and more. This is a unique toy hauler because it puts those rugged off-grid components in such a sleek package!
Brinkley Model G Fifth-Wheel Toy Hauler
There’s a lot of hype around the Brinkley brand, and you really have to walk in one to fully get it! Wow. These do live up to their reputation.
The Brinkley Model G is definitely impressive. The kitchens are made for people who truly love to cook. If you’re a foodie who wants a REAL kitchen, check out this manufacturer!
There’s no space wasted, and there are a ton of cool innovations you won’t find elsewhere, like flip-up countertops. One cool feature is that the garage of this toy hauler is really outfitted to be used in so many ways. It could be a work space, a party room (with a wet bar and wine fridge!), and/or a garage.
Airstream Trade Wind 25FB
You really can’t go wrong with an Airstream. We really loved the Trade Wind 25FB‘s rear cargo door, which really makes us swoon! It lets in so much light and has a screen, so you can get a fresh breeze. We seriously spent a lot of time hanging out here since we loved this rear door!
We also love the front twin beds!
Final Thoughts on the Hershey RV Show
We saw many more great models than we’ve shared here! Head to our Instagram to find some model walkthrough videos on Reels. And look for us on TikTok, where we share more great RVing tips and tricks. Then, if you couldn’t make it to the Hershey RV Show, check out one near you, and let us know what rigs you loved!
