REI Co-op and Airstream have partnered to design an Airstream Basecamp special edition, introducing a wide range of sustainability attributes to the travel trailer. The collaboration comes as REI is increasing its investment and solutions to support the growing customer segment pursuing vehicle-supported camping adventures.
The REI Co-op Special Edition Basecamp Travel Trailer will be available for Co-op members to preview first. Consumers can place orders beginning July 28 from authorized Airstream dealerships with pricing starting at $52,900.
“We are honored to partner with REI on this special edition Basecamp travel trailer, and this partnership is another example of the efforts we are taking to help reduce the carbon footprint of travel across the world in an Airstream,” Airstream President and CEO Bob Wheeler said.
Known for its silver bullet travel trailers, Airstream chose the Basecamp 16 as the foundation for the special edition model because of the model’s aerodynamics, towability and sustainability attributes Airstream said.
“This one-of-a-kind Basecamp travel trailer has helped us step into new territories and explore more sustainable manufacturing practices and materials as we work to prioritize caring for the environment,” Wheeler said. “Through partnering with REI, Airstream is proud to offer a model that includes recycled materials, as well as features to help customers camp longer by conserving precious resources such as water.”
The REI Co-op Special Edition Basecamp travel trailer features environmentally friendly design choices aimed at reducing impact, such as fabrics and laminates made from post-consumer recycled materials, a cutting board sink cover made from recycled paper, and cabinetry crafted from lightweight and sustainably grown wood, Airstream said.
Additional sustainability features that also enable a better off-grid camping experience include a recirculating water heater, an optional composting toilet, an advanced UV-LED and pre-filter water purification system, and an exclusive solar upgrade that includes 360 watts of flexible rooftop solar panels and a 200Ah battery bank for on-the-go sustainable power.
“REI has seen an expansion of the types of products people are buying and the ways in which people are camping, particularly from a rising customer segment that is younger, more diverse, and more spontaneous,” said Isabelle Portilla, divisional vice president, REI Co-op brands product strategy and design. “These customers like camping at their own pace, consider themselves to be self-sufficient, and appreciate the ability to personalize their experience. This special-edition travel trailer collaboration is a great solution for vehicle-supported camping that enables a comfortable and personal experience, whether they enjoy booking Hipcamp reservations, or being self-sustained at a more remote location.”
The 16-foot travel trailer has a convertible dinette and lounge that transitions to a 76-inch x 76-inch bed that can sleep two adults. The design features exposed birch-ply cabinetry, stain-resistant upholstery, and raised coin flooring that provides a textured, slip-resistant surface.
The special edition trailer is outfitted with a 25-piece REI Co-op product kit including REI Co-op and partner products.
Camping has been central to the REI member and customer experience since 1938, and this new collaboration with Airstream offers another adventure option for people seeking vehicle-supported experiences that bridge the worlds of car camping and RVing, Airstream said.
Since 2019, Co-op sales of vehicle-supported camp items, including refrigerators, car shelters, and rooftop tents have increased by 45%.
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