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Membre OutdoorsyHôte depuis mars 2021
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À propos de Travis Roof
I built my campervan completely by hand and love taking it to the coast to surf with my fiancé. We have traveled all over the western states and Canada and can't wait for more road trips in the future!
4.9
Membre OutdoorsyHôte depuis mars 2021
Taux de réponse 67 %Répond généralement en moins de 6 heures
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Souvenirs de séjours avec les camping-car de Travis Roof
Donna B.
5.0août 2026
We had the van for 7 days and it was truly a great way to travel.
The surf hippo is well made, has lots of space and handles well on the road. The turning radius was amazing and the solar panels kept everything fully changed. Travis has thought of everything a camping couple could want. The bed was also very comfortable.
We really enjoyed driving, eating, and sleeping in this camper van!
The surf hippo is well made, has lots of space and handles well on the road. The turning radius was amazing and the solar panels kept everything fully changed. Travis has thought of everything a camping couple could want. The bed was also very comfortable.
We really enjoyed driving, eating, and sleeping in this camper van!
Mariah F.
5.0juillet 2026
Natalie R.
5.0juin 2026
This van was absolutely perfect for our Olympic Peninsula road trip. It had everything we needed down to the little details and we felt at home immediately. We loved our taste of van life and would rent from Travis again in a heartbeat! It was so easy to stop at viewpoint for lunch or roll into the campsite late without having to worry about unpacking anything. The water was quick to deal with and power was never a concern, even on some cloudy days.
3 Photos soumise(s) par Natalie R
Dave B.
5.0juin 2026
Travis is great. Excellent communication, advice, help, etc. The surf hippo is awesome. My fiancé and I took it out to Olympic National Park and camped at Kalaloch. The bed is comfy and the kitchen was great. I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested.
2 Photos soumise(s) par Dave B
Ryan M.
5.0mai 2026
We rented The Surf Hippo to explore Olympic National Park, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The campervan was clean, comfortable, easy to operate, and thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed for our trip. There was plenty of storage, numerous electrical outlets, running water, a sink, oven/range, and all the essential cookware, dishes, pots, and pans.
Sydney C.
4.0mars 2026
Personably, Travis is kind and communicative. Van is as described and served me well for my trip. Fun to have a taste of van life!
Chelsea R.
5.0septembre 2025
It’s in its mountain hippo era! Living out of the surf hippo for the last 12 days has been an absolute dream. Agreed with the other reviews that Travis has thought of SO many thoughtful details (blackout curtains, a comfy bed, bug net, a super-practical layout, lighting placement/ options, magnets for quick adjustments, tons of storage…), and it was so easy to use as a base with the reliable power and water. I’m typically a tent camper, so this was a fabulous upgrade!
I took the hippo out on a scenic loop to north cascades, over to glacier, back through northern Idaho, and down to Rainier. It handled the mountain and forest roads like a champ, and I even did some of the lower portions of Going to the Sun. Temps ranged from 100 in Spokane (whew) to 38 in Essex, MT. With the fans going or a warm pair of socks, I easily stayed comfy at both ends of the spectrum.
If you came to the reviews for helpful planning tips like I did, the things I brought along that I was glad to have were a small chargeable Bluetooth speaker, a lightweight camp chair, and a travel blanket. Trader Joe’s birthday cake optional, but recommended.
I took the hippo out on a scenic loop to north cascades, over to glacier, back through northern Idaho, and down to Rainier. It handled the mountain and forest roads like a champ, and I even did some of the lower portions of Going to the Sun. Temps ranged from 100 in Spokane (whew) to 38 in Essex, MT. With the fans going or a warm pair of socks, I easily stayed comfy at both ends of the spectrum.
If you came to the reviews for helpful planning tips like I did, the things I brought along that I was glad to have were a small chargeable Bluetooth speaker, a lightweight camp chair, and a travel blanket. Trader Joe’s birthday cake optional, but recommended.
5 Photos soumise(s) par Chelsea R
Jonathon B.
5.0août 2025
The Surf Hippo is a great vehicle to take on a road trip around Washington! A comfy bed, convenient cooking space, cozy dining area, and many small, clearly well-thought out tweaks and features make driving and living in the Hippo a delight. Travis was attentive if we ran into a question or problem, and even helped with recommendations of activities in the area.
Jeff S.
5.0août 2025
Travis was a great host and the Surf Hippo was everything we could have hoped for. It was easy to drive and I really liked not having to worry about running out of power for the fridge/fans/outlets. Hoping to rent the Hippo again in the future.
1 Photo soumise(s) par Jeff S
Brandi M.
5.0juillet 2025
Surf hippo was the perfect van for our adventure through the North Cascades! Easy to drive, had everything we needed, and the bed was very comfy. Travis is very kind and quick to respond. Would definitely rent again!
Jennifer S.
5.0juillet 2025
Camping in the Surf Hippo was delightful. We got to enjoy nature and get away from it all. The mattress was comfortable. Driving was comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with spices and made meals on the go easy. I hope to rent this van again soon!
4 Photos soumise(s) par Jennifer S
Garrey C.
5.0juin 2025
We spent two weeks traveling around Washington in Travis' van. We were able to visit the Enchantments Area, North Cascades NP, Orcas in the San Juan Islands, Olympic NP, and Mt. Rainier NP. We were looking for a van that supported off-grid camping and Travis' setup worked great. The solar/battery system and water carrying capacity allowed us to take advantage of "disperse camping" along forest service roads. We experienced daytime high temperatures reaching 110° (Leavenworth) and some evening low temperatures in the lower forties and the van was equipped to remain comfortable due to the ventilation system (and blankets). We learned that in the evening and when sleeping that exhausting air from the rear vent and just having the front vent open (but fan off) worked well and allowed us to easily turn the rear exhaust fan off in the middle of the night if it got too cold.
réponse de Travis
Thanks so much for the great review Garrey and for taking such great care of the Surf Hippo. It was a real pleasure having you as a renter! Hopefully our paths will cross again some day.
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Filippo T.
5.0mai 2025
We loved our time with the Surf Hippo van. Everything worked as expected and the van allowed us to get the most out of our trip to Olympic. Travis is communicative, polite and knowledgeable about the area. Pickup and drop-off was smooth. Would highly recommend Travis' van for any trips in the PNW.
Joe N.
5.0avril 2025
Cathy and I thoroughly enjoyed our four days of comfortable travel in the Surf Hippo. It is one sweet van! The layout is both efficient and elegant. We were cooking for 8-10 friends and family and the large stovetop and oven were perfect for our needs. The Hippo was very clean and well-equipped for camping and adventuring We let a few friends—who have outfitted their own vans—tour the interior of the Hippo and they were very impressed. I even sensed a little van envy :)
réponse de Travis
Thanks for all of the kind words, Joe. I'd love to have you rent the van again!
1 Photo soumise(s) par Joe N
Erick G.
4.0janvier 2025
Jamie M.
5.0octobre 2024
The perfect house on wheels to visit Olympic NP. Surf Hippo runs smoothly. Bed is comfy. Never runs low on battery. Kept us warm. Travis is responsive and helpful. Will definitely use this next time we visit!
1 Photo soumise(s) par Jamie M
