RV REVIEW
One external feature that can’ t be ignored is the volume of storage space – much more than was found on earlier Rapids. On the A-frame, you’ ll find a powder-coated aluminium storage system that looks much better than the checkerplate storage boxes of old. It contains a couple of storage compartments including an open section that would be great for firewood, while the two side lockers house a 9kg gas cylinder each. The tank for the onboard diesel space heater is mounted to the face of this storage system, behind matching protective aluminium.
Further, Windsor has fitted slideout trays either side of the tunnel boot. The tray on the nearside is particularly large, and also includes a built-in aluminium storage box, while the section behind is clearly intended to suit a portable fridge – Windsor has even included a cigarette-style 12V point; however, I’ d prefer it to be an Anderson plug, since they tend to hold their connection better, especially over rough terrain. The tray on the offside would suit a small generator.
Yet another tunnel storage system sits above the lower tunnel boot. Lined in fibreglass, this would be a perfect place to put the camp chairs and fishing rods.
The slide-out kitchen, though, is arguably the Rapid 13’ s key external feature. Fabricated from stainless steel, it slides out from the nearside-rear, and is selfsupporting. The waterlines remain permanently plumbed, too. There is cutlery and general storage, as well as a stainless steel bench that slides out from the leading edge of the kitchen. Meanwhile, there’ s pantry storage and a slideout drawer built into the wall of the camper – it’ s a decent setup.
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