... Popup trailer campers are designed for people that want to spend some time outdoors without the expense and maintenance of an RV. Most are reasonably priced and can be stored without taking up a lot of room. They are a good choice for first time campers and families on a budget. Popup campers are not quite as easy to set up as some might think. This is especially true if weather is not cooperating at the campsite. Wind, rain, and cold make the task a bit frustrating due to the time involved. Basically, a hand crank or hydraulic lift is used to open and lift up the top portion of the camper. Beds and other items are then slid out. The reverse is performed when it’s time to leave. While not excessively difficult, it’s not a fast process and you need to plan for this. Most popup campers have canvas or soft sides. They weigh less than any other category of camper and that means you don’t need a truck with a large towing capacity. Many vehicles are capable of towing a popup camper. Check your vehicle owner’s manual for towing capacity and requirements. Something to look out for is mountains. Besides the obvious hills that have to be climbed, air is thinner and that reduces engine power. Your vehicle will lose about 3% horsepower for every 1000 feet of elevation. Turbocharged and supercharged vehicles will not experience this type of loss. Just make sure the tow vehicle can handle the load if you plan to drive in high elevation areas ...