23 reviews
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Communication
5Cleanliness
4.5Maintenance
4Value
4.4Listing Accuracy
4.7
Dipesh A.
3October 2023
Drives great! Cold Air for 33 year old RV.
Wish it was cleaner. Mattresses are not clean. Few things were broken when I rented it. Can't really accommodate 4 people. 2 adults max. But again great ride for 2 people.
I was thinking cleaning the RV was included with the price which was a surprise for me maybe not for others.
Generator didn't work even after following instructions.
Cheap and best RV out there I guess but old and broken and needs interior uplift.
Wish it was cleaner. Mattresses are not clean. Few things were broken when I rented it. Can't really accommodate 4 people. 2 adults max. But again great ride for 2 people.
I was thinking cleaning the RV was included with the price which was a surprise for me maybe not for others.
Generator didn't work even after following instructions.
Cheap and best RV out there I guess but old and broken and needs interior uplift.
Kate M.
4October 2023
We enjoyed our 15 day California adventure in 'Trudy'. The upsides: Joshua was a fantastic host and very lovely to deal with. He provided so many great 'extras' such as linen, appliances and an iphone which we could hotspot from. As international travelers who had nothing but the clothes in our suitcases, this was awesome. The van was also spacious enough for 2 adults and 2 kids to sleep in. The downsides: the van was quite old, and although clean on the surface, really needs a deep clean. The mattress and curtains are very stained and a bit smelly and there were used toiletries and personal items in some of the cupboards which had not been cleaned out prior to our rental. Also some broken drawers which could have been easily fixed. We had some issues with a brake light coming on randomly, but Josh was very helpful throughout. We would definitely recommend Josh and 'Trudy' if you are looking for something low-key with character and you are not super fussed about cleanliness and perfection.
Hyun C.
5July 2023
Very responsive owner and clear communication at all times. RV drives nicely.
Dev P.
5May 2023
Beau L.
5April 2023
Perfect for a music festival and a group of 4
Mailyne B.
5April 2023
Loved this entire experience. Josh was so helpful with everything and really easy to communicate with.
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Veronika E.
5September 2022
Trudy is an experienced vehicle but very well maintained. We spent 5 days driving through national parks and pacific coast up the hills and through the narrow roads and never had any mechanical issue. We chose this RV because of the size (i.e. some roads in sequoia national park have limitation of the vehicle length up to 22 feet), facilities (equipped with shower, toilet, kitchen, AC, fridge) and overall vibe. Joshua is an amazing host, very helpful and fully connected; shared the travel tips, guided us through some technical questions. It was a pleasant experience and we had an unforgettable trip thanks to Trudy and Joshua :)
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Alejandro R.
3August 2022
Got charged $450 out of my deposit to repair brakes that i didnt break. Towards the end of the rental period the brakes started to fail and the owner wants to charge me for it. Also we cleaned the van well enough and he charges us a $95 fee for cleaning it. Seems like he wants any excuse to take your money.
Manuel M.
5August 2022
We had a fantastic trip with Trudy throughout SoCal. Josh was the best host you could wish for, taking the time to explain all the details of the RV and literally being available 24/7 to support us if any trouble came up.
4 Photos submitted by Manuel M.
Jiri V.
5July 2022
really helpful owner, all time in contact with
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Adam B.
5June 2022
Josh was amazing from start to finish and was just a text a way the whole time. Took Trudy to Alabama Hills for the weekend and she was amazing, no problems at all. I have absolutely loved the experience.
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James P.
5November 2021
We took Yurtle out, it was a great trip. Older van but had no issues and was a smooth ride! Easy check in process (10 minutes), easy drop off process (10 minutes). Would recommend this and would book again!
Alexander L.
5November 2021
Anne J.
4November 2021
MaryThrese M.
4August 2021
Josh was a good host. He checked in with me to make sure I was doing okay and to see if I need anything. He worked with me on my arrival and was generous. Trudy drove well and had very few quirks for being as old as she is. My overall experience was a good one. The value was good although I believe outdoorsy should allow individuals to utilize their own insurance if it meets the criteria. Here’s a pic of Trudy and I with one of Josh’s bikes. Renting a bike is recommended. It truly helped make the trip an unforgettable experience.
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Ryan F.
5August 2021
Driving with Trudy was a life changing two months for me traveling throughout the country. We went through mountains, desert, national forests and parks, cities and towns to New York and back to California. A true adventure. Being a 30 year old RV, I learned so much about how to drive and maintain her, and she worked great! Josh was always there to answer my questions and help me along the way anytime this city slicker and never camper didn’t know how to work something. Be sure to always check oil and gauges, gain appreciation and patience going up inclines, and always try to find spots on level ground (Trudy is happier that way). I grew so much as a person in the process of all my adventures, and I couldn’t have done it without the quirky fun vehicle that Trudy is. Thank you, Josh!!! ❤️🙏🏼
4 Photos submitted by Ryan F.
Taylor Y.
5May 2021
Trudy was better than we could have imagined! She drove really well and was super comfortable. We took her from LA to Yosemite, to Sequoia and Kings Canyon and back to LA. She was completely reliable and we had no issues. Josh was super helpful, kind and willing to help us with whatever we needed. Trudy comes equipped with all of the essentials (fridge, bathroom, shower, stove, kitchen accessories) and more (Josh included linens, towels, coffee stuff... the list goes on!). AND we got 200 miles a day. This is a great deal with a great owner!
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Juju Y.
5December 2020
It was my first rv experience so i had a lot of stupid questions and joshua respond real quik and i learned a lot. Basic things i needed for staying 2nights was already there. I want to rent Trudy later again
Aaron A.
5November 2020
Josh was super responsive and loves what he does! Highly recommended!
Chris A.
5September 2020
My partner and I drove 2200 miles in Trudy from LA to eastern Oregon and back again. Trudy was all that Joshua promised. Joshua was an amazing host - answered our texts, even in the middle of the night. We had a few minor hiccups ("where's the outside cook stove? what's that blue blinking light mean?"), but all in all Trudy was reliable and comfortable despite her advanced age. The rear view mirror camera is The Bomb! It made me much more confident when driving, especially when changing lanes. I would definitely recommend Joshua as a host and Trudy as a vacation companion.
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Tk K.
5August 2020
First off, Josh is great! He is an amazing communicator and was always very quick to respond to any and all questions we had. He really made us feel like he was there with us the whole way - which meant the world to my family and me - as we had never rented an rv before. Second, we didn't originally rent Trudy, we were lined up to rent Bianca, but at the last minute, she needed to be serviced and Josh offered up Trudy. To be honest, I had some reservations at first, as I didn't feel she had as good of reviews as Bianca, but Josh convinced me I would be very happy with her. I'm glad I took him at his word, as Trudy was great! We drove her up the CA coast - as far north as Ft Bragg and then across the state over to Coloma, to do white water rafting on the American River - during a crazy heat wave - and then back to the coast again for the end of our trip. She handled the whole trip amazingly - especially as the heat was a bit unbearable! (She got overheated a couple of times - to be fair, it was over 100 degrees outside - but we gave her a rest and she started up right away and was good to go!) I highly recommend both Trudy and Josh! We hope to take a trip with Trudy again soon!
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Bill W.
4August 2020
Josh did a great job communicating with us. There was an electrical problem that resulted in a breakdown during the trip, however that was due to a mistake by the mechanic.
Jonathan S.
1July 2020
This is an old van that is not safe, comfortable or reliable. The steering is loose. It does not reach freeway speeds or go up hills well. An outside cover flew open, which I had to duct tape shut pulled over on the 5 Freeway. We had to duct tape shut the drawers and cupboards. The front panel of the refrigerator door fell off before we even left. It was a very unpleasant trip. A 7 hour drive became 10+ hours.
Joshua’s answer
Thanks, I appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. I would never rent an unsafe RV. This renter wrecked Trudy by hitting a brick wall pulling into a driveway and he damaged the top with a scratch going from the front to the back by hitting a tree. His bill was over $1100 and he was disappointed. I was shocked at what a bad renter he was and he even grinded me on the repairs and insisted that I go to four shops for estimates. Before he left, and after I paired his Bluetooth, I told him he could message me 100 times during his trip He never notified me once of any issues or problems. The front panel of the fridge was secured and never came off prior to his possession. I fixed it in less than 30 seconds when he returned. He climbed up the grapevine to get to Tahoe and I explained to him that Trudy is slow going up hills. You just have to anticipate your braking and acceleration. She is a little house that weighs a lot. You have to go the same speed up hill as all of the big trucks. She can go whatever speed you want to go on the highway, but I am most comfortable driving under 70mph. You can also disengage the overdrive for extra power, as I demonstrated prior to his departure. She is very comfy for sleeping and you can even put the memory foam mattress on top of the rear bed for extreme luxury. All of the latches have to be secured prior to take-off. If a door latch gets loose from the wind or if it wasn’t secure, just secure it. She has never needed a latch to be taped over but I will provide white duct tape for future renters. All of the cabinets have RV safely latches. Trudy is my best or second best RV. You can rent her with confidence. She is bright, airy, and very well-maintained. I am always available to ensure you are safe, comfy and having fun. I am sorry you didn’t have an amazing experience. I would not recommend you as a renter and suggest other owners avoid you, as well.
1 Photo submitted by Jonathan S.
Mitchell
5June 2020
Josh is a highly communicative, caring host. We hit some bumps along the road with mechanical issues, but he was supportive throughout. I learned a ton about RVs and Josh was there the entire way.