Hi. I posted my new TTT plans in the General forum. Here's me in a nutshell:
Real name Rick. Married, one child (11 yo boy), research scientist at UW in Seattle. Study numerical weather prediction and regional climate change. Former auto mechanic. Love building stuff. Love being outside. Have a boat, spend lots of time salmon fishing and digging razor clams. Former full-size travel trailer owner. Soccer and baseball coach. Former snowboard instructor.
Current tow vehicle:
2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 crew cab 4x4, 5.3l, tow package, canopy shell. I love my pickup! It's the best car I've every had and I've had over 50!
Current criteria for tiny travel trailer:
Must fit in slip stream of my tow vehicle
Must fit in my garage with room to spare - my home office is out here!
Must be spacious enough for my wife to hang out and knit in with our tiny Italian Greyhound while the kid and I are out exploring
Off-grid boondocking is minimal. Almost all our camping is in state and national parks.
Off-road capabilities NOT required. Gravel roads occasionally but never far from pavement.
Weight not a huge concern, but obviously everyone wants better fuel economy.