Wooden Widget Slidavan Travel Trailer: Do-it-Yourself

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Feb 4

Written By James Vick

Inside there are two settee bunks for two single berths or a convertible to a double bed. There are also modules for a kitchenette, sink, and storage galore. Woodenwidget says that the Slidavan can be built by even the most novice people in around

The first thing you'll notice is the unique telescopic design. Woodenwidget decided to dispense with a pop-up roof, going with a pop-up body shell instead to double the interior space quickly and easily. The unique curved roof gives a total of six f

The coolest part about the Slidavan is its customization. Woodenwidget gives you the plans for the bare bones, but it's up to you to let your innovative and creative mind work. Eager enthusiasts have added hydraulic lifts, solar systems, outdoor sh

For travelers with an eye for DIY and love of customization, Woodenwidget is a fascinating company. You won't find a retail store or partners selling their campers or caravans. They sell detailed plans and instructions to build your own.

Think of them as the IKEA of the outdoor world

For travelers with an eye for DIY and a love of customization, Woodenwidget is a fascinating company. You won't find a retail store or partners selling their campers or caravans.

They sell detailed plans and instructions to build your own.

Think of them as the IKEA of the outdoor world with plans for everything from cabins to bikes to canoes and campers.

One such design is the Slidavan lightweight telescopic caravan. At only 660 pounds and ten and a half feet in length, this super lightweight trailer can be towed by almost any car on the market.

Slidavan

The coolest part about the Slidavan is its customization

The first thing you'll notice is the unique telescopic design. Woodenwidget decided to dispense with a pop-up roof, going with a pop-up body shell instead to double the interior space quickly and easily.

The unique curved roof gives a total of six feet of headroom at its extended height.

Inside there are two settee bunks for two single berths or a convertible to a double bed. There are also modules for a kitchenette, sink, and storage galore.

Woodenwidget says that the Slidavan can be built by even the most novice people in around 200 hours, costing about 3,500 Euros in materials to complete.

The coolest part about the Slidavan is its customization. Woodenwidget gives you the plans for the bare bones, but it's up to you to let your innovative and creative mind work.

Eager enthusiasts have added hydraulic lifts, solar systems, outdoor showers, and even climate control.

Slidavan (Single and Double Bunk)

Design: Wooden Widget

Location: Friesland, Netherlands

Price (For Plans): $73 / €60

Price (To Build): $4,246 / €3,500