The Many Lines Of Wildwood

The Many Lines Of Wildwood

Which Wildwood line is the right one for me and the way I camp? A question often overheard and there is some confusion. In this blog article we will clear up what each line is, how they are built and which one is best for who. The brand Wildwood by Forest River now has a total of five sub brands. There is the traditional Wildwood stick and tin line. The Wildwood FSX which is a smaller and lighter stick and tin line. The last stick and tin in the Wildwood line up is the Wildwood X Lite which sits between the Wildwood and Wildwood FSX line. The last two lines are the Wildwood Heritage Glen and the Wildwood Heritage Glen Hyper Lyte. No matter the Forest River Wildwood Line that you choose there really is no wrong one. They are all very well built and have great parts and warranty coverage behind them. They do however have different uses. In this article we will look at the Wildwood Stick and Tin lines. Stick and Tin are industry terms that represent campers that are built in a traditional way like your home. Wood studded walls, fiberglass insulation and wood roof trusses. All three of Wildwood’s stick and tin lines also have full, seamless rubber roofs. Let’s go look at all three now-

WILDWOOD

Let’s start with the original Wildwood travel trailer (camper) by Forest River. This line has been around so long that it is one of the Original lines at Forest River when it started. First thing we will cover is how they are built.

WILDWOOD BY FOREST RIVER CONSTRUCTION ADVANTAGES

  • 5/8” Tongue & Groove Plywood Floor Decking
  • SuperFlex Roof w/ 15 year Manufacturer Defect Warranty
  • Fully Walkable One Piece Roof
  • Powder Coated I-Beam Frame
  • Cambered Chassis
  • Nitrogen Filled Tires
  • 2” Wall Construction, 16” (or less) on Center
  • R-7 Fiberglass Insulation Throughout
  • 13 Ply Cross Micro-Laminated Beam Header Above Slide-Out
  • Triple Seal Slide-Out System
  • Aerodynamic front radius profile
  • .040 Smooth Aluminum Front Cap
  • Tough Coat Paint Exterior.

One of the most amazing features of the Wildwood is the new Ameri-Kart Accessibelly Underbelly. Simply put there are now panels that can be quickly removed for repairs. Here is a quick video that showcases this new addition to Wildwood:

The main thing to know about Wildwood is it is a traditional build, basically like you would build your home. Very durable studding in the wall, fiberglass insulation to make sure you camper is warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Interior wall panels and exterior durable aluminum siding to keep your unit water tight. The roof is a series of wood roof trusses again, very durable with plywood one top to bring it all together. Finally, covered with an Alpha Systems rubber membrane roof. Not only is this a durable roof, but it is easy to care for: Here is a video that teaches you how to quickly care for and maintain your roof:

The last main system we are going to talk about today are the slide out systems. Wildwood uses a variety of slide out systems, but the most commonly used system is the through frame hydraulic system. Here is a quick video about the slide out systems operation and maintenance.

Let’s next look at the Wildwood by Forest River RV Standard Features as well as Options and finally the Best in Class Value Package: Wildwood Standard Features:

  • Exterior Speakers w/Blue LED Light
  • Tablet Compatible USB Ports in Bedroom and Bunks
  • Residential Vanity w/Shower Caddy
  • Stainless Single Pole Faucet
  • Backup Camera Ready Prep Kit
  • Grey “Teddy Bear” Bunk Mattress
  • 30 Amp Service w/13.5 AC
  • Standard Cable/Sat Ready
  • Microwave
  • 6 Gal. Gas DSI
  • 3 Burner Cook Top
  • Pass Thru Storage
  • Diamond Plate Rock Guard
  • OmniDirectional Digital TV Antenna
  • Water Heater By-Pass
  • Central Switch Command Center
  • Solar Power Prep Kit
  • See New Standard Features for more included features

Wildwood New Standard Features:

  • Exterior Graphics
  • Herringbone Pattern Luxury Vinyl Flooring
  • Shiplap Wall Board (Entertainment/Above Bed)
  • Smooth Finish Ceiling Panels
  • Updated Modern Wall Board
  • Black Modern Design Cabinet Hardware
  • Rustic Wood Grain
  • 12”x 48” Bedroom Room Window
  • Huge 48”x 12” Kitchen Window
  • 30”x 22” Egress Window Rear Wall on Double over Double Bunk Models
  • Fitted Sheet in Bedroom w/Evergreen Mattress
  • Arcadia Series Soft Shower Door*
  • 7-Way Plug Holder
  • TUB SURROUND
  • Awning “Topper Prep
  • See Best In Class Value Package for more included features

Wildwood Options:

  • Exterior Speakers w/Blue LED Light
  • Tablet Compatible USB Ports in Bedroom and Bunks
  • Residential Vanity w/Shower Caddy
  • Stainless Single Pole Faucet
  • Backup Camera Ready Prep Kit
  • Grey “Teddy Bear” Bunk Mattress
  • 30 Amp Service w/13.5 AC
  • Standard Cable/Sat Ready
  • Microwave
  • 6 Gal. Gas DSI
  • 3 Burner Cook Top
  • Pass Thru Storage
  • Diamond Plate Rock Guard
  • OmniDirectional Digital TV Antenna
  • Water Heater By-Pass
  • Central Switch Command Center• Solar Power Prep Kit
  • See New Standard Features for more included features

Wildwood Best in Class Value Package:

  • Extra Large Panoramic Window Package in Main Slide
  • SolidStep Triple Step (Main Door Only) (N/A 36BHDS, 37BHSS2Q)
  • Large Capacity 10.7 cu ft Stainless Steel Refrigerator (12-volt)
  • Accent Lighting Package (Awning & Over Main Slide-Out)
  • Seamless Countertops (No T-Mold)
  • Modern Cloth Roller Shades w/ AutoStop
  • 20.3 cu ft of Stow N Go Storage (Bed, Dinette & Sofa) (22RBS 17cu ft)
  • Green Pkg: Furrion Solar Prep & LED Mushroom Lights
  • Power Awning w/Adjustable Legs
  • Power Tongue Jack w/LED Light
  • True Stabilizer Jacks
  • JT StrongArms
  • 30” Built-In Electric Fireplace Heater
  • (2) Zone Residential Soundbar (FM, Bluetooth, HDMI & USB)
  • Ext. Convenience Pkg: Friction Hinge & Baggage Door Magnets
  • Stainless Steel Roll Up Sink Cover
  • Slide-Out Awning Prep
  • WiFi Prep
  • Black Tank Flush
  • Designated CPAP Storage
  • Heated & Enclosed AccessiBelly (w/ Removable Underbelly Panels)
  • Versa Lounge (Most Models)

WILDWOOD X LITE:

WILDWOOD X LITE BY FOREST RIVER CONSTRUCTION ADVANTAGES:

Next let’s start with the original Wildwood X Lite travel trailer (camper) by Forest River. This line is designed to be a lighter weight version of the original Wildwood line giving folks with smaller tow vehicles a chance to camp in Wildwood. First thing we will cover is how they are built.

  • 5/8” Tongue & Groove Plywood Floor Decking
  • SuperFlex Roof w/ 15 Year Manufacturer Defect Warranty• Fully Walkable One Piece SuperFlex Roof
  • Powder Coated I-Beam Frame
  • Cambered Chassis
  • Nitrogen Filled Tires
  • 2” Wall Construction, 16” (or less) on Center
  • R-7 Fiberglass Insulation Throughout
  • 13 Ply Cross Micro-Laminated Beam Header Above Slide-Out
  • Triple Seal Slide-Out System
  • Aerodynamic Front Radius Profile
  • .040 Smooth Aluminum Front Cap
  • Tuff Coat Exterior Paint

Just like it’s older and bigger brother the Wildwood, the Wildwood X Lite is traditional building techniques. Wood studded walls with fiberglass insulation. Again, you have wood trusses in the roof and plywood. The roof is again a rubber roof by Alpha systems. The units are smaller built with lighter materials where possible to decrease the weight.

X-LITE STANDARD FEATURES

  • Exterior Speakers w/Blue LED Light
  • 30” Residential Inspired Fireplace Set-Up (Per Model)
  • Tablet Compatible USB Ports in Bedroom and Bunks
  • Residential Vanity w/Shower Caddy
  • Stainless Steel Single Pole Faucet
  • Mortise and Tenon Cab Doors
  • Grey “Teddy Bear” Bunk Mattress
  • 13.5 A/C (nonducted)
  • Standard Cable/Sat. Ready
  • Microwave
  • 6 Gal. Gas DSI
  • 3 Burner Cook Top
  • Pass Thru Storage
  • Diamond Plate Rock Guard
  • OmniDirectional Digital TV Antenna
  • Water Heater By-Pass• Central Switch Command Center
  • Bluetooth Sound Bar
  • See New Standard Features for more included features

X-LITE NEW STANDARD FEATURES

  • Pillow Back Dinettes
  • Exterior Graphics
  • Propane Griddle Outside Kitchen Cooktop (IPO Induction Top*)
  • Herringbone Pattern Luxury Vinyl Flooring
  • Shiplap Wall Board (Entertainment/Above Bed)
  • Smooth Finish Ceiling Panels
  • Updated Modern Wall Board
  • Black Modern Design Cabinet Hardware
  • 12”x 48” Bedroom Room Window
  • Huge 48”x 12” Kitchen Window
  • Huge 60”x 24” Door Side Window (Non-Slide Models)
  • 30”x 22” Egress Window Rear Wall on Double Over Double Bunk Models
  • Arcadia Series Soft Shower Door (Select Models)
  • 7-Way Plug Holder
  • Tub Surround
  • Range w/Oven IPO Cook Top
  • Winterization Ready
  • See Best In Class Value Package for more included features

X-LITE OPTIONS

  • Spare Tire & Carrier
  • Ducted AC
  • Skylight Over Tub
  • Exterior Camp Kitchen (19,261,263,273,282 Only)*
  • Note: Propane Griddle Outside Kitchen

X-LITE BEST IN CLASS VALUE PACKAGE

  • SolidStep Double Step (Main Door Only)
  • Exterior LED Light Strip Under Awning
  • Modern Cloth Roller Shades w/ AutoStop
  • Green Pkg: Furrion Solar Prep & LED Mushroom Lights
  • Power Awning w/Adjustable Legs
  • True Stabilizer Jacks
  • JT StrongArms
  • Power Tongue Jack w/LED Light
  • Stainless Steel Roll Up Sink Cover
  • Ext. Convenience Pkg: Friction Hinge & Baggage Door Magnets
  • Furrion Backup Camera Prep
  • Large Capacity 10.7 cu ft Stainless Steel Refrigerator (12-volt)
  • Slide-Out Awning Prep
  • WiFi Prep
  • Black Tank Flush
  • Seamless Countertops (No T-Mold)
  • Designated CPAP Storage
  • 10.4 cu ft of Stow N Go Storage (Bed & Dinette)

WILDWOOD FSX:

Like its older brothers the Wildwood and the Wildwood X Lite, the Wildwood FSX is more of a traditional build. It uses wood wall supports, fiberglass insulation. Wood roof trusses and a rubber roof. Of course the floor plans are smaller and the units are the lightest of the Wildwood lines.

STANDARD FEATURES:

  • 6 cu. ft. Refrigerator (Gas / 110V)
  • Largest-in-Class Sink
  • Large Shower With Surround
  • 60x74 Queen Bed
  • Foot Flush Toilet
  • Microwave• High Rise Kitchen Faucet
  • Family Sized Dinette
  • Monitor Control Panel
  • Largest-in-Class Opening Windows
  • Linoleum Flooring (No Carpet)
  • Seamless One-Piece Countertop
  • WiFi Prep
  • Medicine Cabinet With Mirror
  • Power Vent
  • Exterior Recept
  • GFI Protective Outlet
  • Electrical Self-Adjusting Brake System
  • Emergency Exit Windows
  • Safety Glass Windows
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Smoke, LP, Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • 78” Interior Height
  • Black Tank Flush
  • Hot/Cold Shower (Single-Axle)
  • Slide-Out Topper Prep
  • Fully Insulated Sidewalls & Roof
  • High Pressure Water Pump
  • Retractable Power Cord With Storage
  • Family-Sized Dinette
  • Retractable Power Cord with Storage
  • 4” Sloped One-Piece Roof
  • Cable/Satellite TV Ready
  • Nitrogen-Filled Tires
  • TV Backer W/ Hook-Ups
  • 20k BTU Furnace
  • TV Antennae Booster
  • 6 Gal. DSI Water Heater
  • 13.5k BTU Roof-Mounted AC
  • 15k BTU Roof Mounted AC (Option)• Spare Tire With Carrier (Single-Axle Only)
  • Upgraded Tuff Coat Aluminum Exterior
  • Standard 26” Entrance Door
  • Large 32 X 16 Baggage Doors
  • Fabric Black-out Shades For Privacy
  • 30 Amp Service
  • 4 Stabilizer Jacks
  • 16” On Center Wall Construction
  • Spray Port (Tandem-Axle Only)

BEST IN CLASS VALUE PACKAGE (SINGLE AXLES)

  • Full-Length Power Awning w/ Adjustable Legs
  • Exterior LED Light Strip Under Awning
  • Backup Camera Prep
  • Furrion Solar Prep & LED Mushroom Lights
  • USB Charging Outlets
  • Portable FM/Bluetooth Stereo (Indoor / Outdoor)
  • Upgraded Appliance Package
  • Friction Hinge Entrance Door
  • EZ Entrance: Double Step + XL Folding Grab Assist Handle
  • Extra Large Picture Window
  • Window Valance Package
  • Deep Single Basin Kitchen Sink
  • Upgraded Hypoallergenic Mattress
  • Dual-Burner Cooktop
  • Radius-Profile Front End for Ease of Towing

BEST IN CLASS VALUE PACKAGE (TANDEM AXLES)

  • Patio Deck with Railing System on Ramp Door
  • Exterior LED Light Strip Under Awning
  • Backup Camera Prep
  • Furrion Solar Prep & LED Mushroom Lights• Full-Length Power Awning w/ Adjustable Legs
  • USB Charging Outlets
  • AM/FM/Bluetooth Stereo
  • Upgraded Appliance Package
  • Friction Hinge Entrance Door
  • EZ Entrance: SolidStep + XL Folding Grab Assist Handle
  • Window Valance Package
  • Deep Single Basin Kitchen Sink w/ Stainless Steel Drying Rack
  • Upgraded Hypoallergenic Mattress
  • 3 Burner Cooktop (Toy Haulers Only)

PLATINUM EDITION OPTION

  • Smooth Fiberglass Exterior Walls
  • .040 Smooth Front Metal
  • Platinum Graphics Package
  • Upgraded Steel Wheels
  • Platinum pkg. adds approximately 150lbs (single axles) / 300lbs (Toy Haulers) UVW.

So which one is right for you? We suggest asking these questions:

  1. What is my tow vehicle. a. Large pick up- All 3 will work. b. SUV/Car you will have to go with the Wildwood FSX and some of the Wildwood X-Lites.
  2. What is my budget? a. Wildwood is the most expensive, but still very affordable. b. Wildwood X Lite is next c. Wildwood FSX is the most affordable of the three lines. To summarize, you cannot and will not go wrong with any of the three Wildwood lines by Forest River. The most important thing is to go out and camp and do it now.