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$5K Tail Feather Modular Camper May Be the Perfect Base You Need To Shape Your RV Dreams

If there's something people seem to love, it's a traveling camper that won't burn a hole in their pockets. Well, the Tail Feather could very well be the most affordable RV I've ever locked eyes with, and the way all this is achieved is pretty amazing.
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Folks, the year is 2009, and Lawrence Drake finally unveils what he had been working on for the past four years in a small home shop. Quite Lite's panel system was the result of all his work, and with this system, off-grid and mobile living seem more accessible than ever. I mean it; Tail Feather campers start priced as low as $5,000 (€5,000 at current exchange rates).

So, what are we getting for the price of peanuts? Well, these units are unlike others you may have witnessed so far, and part of that is because of the way this sucker is designed. Again, the word modular is vital here, and because of this trait, Quite Lite can package and ship this trinket right to your front door. Considering it only weighs 375 pounds (171 kilograms), you'll probably be receiving it with two handymen to move it around.

Once you have this bugger in your garage, driveway, or backyard, it's time to work putting together your IKEA camper. You'll also discover some of the secrets behind this mobile dwelling here. All you'll need to assemble this habitat is one human, a screwdriver, and around one hour's time. According to the manufacturer's website, their unofficial slogan is "One person, one hour, one screwdriver."

Tail Feather Modular Camper
Photo: Teal Global Enterprises
With all that out of the way, now what; you'll be sitting there staring at a sort of polyethylene igloo. It's here that you may need to call upon the help of one of your neighbors or your loved ones. Why? Because you'll have to pick up your habitat and toss it onto any old utility trailer you own. That's right, the Tail Feather isn't designed with its own chassis. Make sure the measurements work out, and drop this sucker onto your platform. I'm unsure if the building process is supposed to start on your trailer.

Now you're ready to hit the road and start exploring the off-grid lifestyle. Yet, a solid camper isn't just about just being easy to use, light, and affordable; a mobile habitat also needs to offer some essential comforts and systems to ensure a memorable experience. As a side note, you can build larger units by adding a few extra panels and roof covers.

Tail Feather Modular Camper Interior
Photo: Teal Global Enterprises
Well, try not to expect too much from the Tail Feather because how much can be included in that $5K price tag? Most of this camper is defined by nothing more than empty space that's perfect for creating the sort of interior you want and need. So yes, you'll need to add things like a galley, wardrobe, water tanks, and pumps, but luckily for you, Quite Lite can handle all that for you. Anything else you'll need to explore on your own. Solar power and some batteries may be a good idea. Oh, and don't worry about the elements much; this bugger isn't prone to rotting or pests and is insulated to help keep an optimum temperature inside.

Honestly, why would you go out and buy some travel trailer with everything basically decided for you when you can simply bust out your piggy bank and pick up a Tail Feather. Best of all, by the time you're done decking it out with all the things you want and need, you should still fall under the $15K mark, and that, my friends, is worthy of your off-grid-destined consideration.
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Editor's note: Images in the gallery showcase custom Tail Feather exteriors and interiors

About the author: Cristian Curmei
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A bit of a nomad at heart (being born in Europe and raised in several places in the USA), Cristian is enamored with travel trailers, campers and bikes. He also tests and writes about urban means of transportation like scooters, mopeds and e-bikes (when he's not busy hosting our video stories and guides).
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