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Lance 2075 Travel Trailer

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Be the star of the show as you create a culinary delight for your crew! With an innovative rear pullout exterior kitchen and lateral arm overhead awnings, the all-new 2075 takes outdoor socializing to another level! Inside the wrap around u-shaped dinette, built- in wine and glass racks guarantee the fun never stops or spills! Take the music with you!!! The portable blue tooth speaker sounds as good next to the campfire as it does in the master bedroom. All while you're in complete control with the app enabled iN-Command Control System, providing awning, light, HVAC controls and holding tank monitoring, all from the centralized key pad and your smartphone! Beautifully appointed inside and out, function never looked so good!

Specifications

Optional equipment, standard equipment.

Personalize your Lance by selecting from one of three tasteful interiors, assembled by an interior design team to create both stunning and functional Lance interiors. You'll find beautiful woods, wall treatments, and fabric combinations with dinette cushions that feature reversible cushions, providing two different looks with each decor.

Written by Johnathan R. Smith • September 17, 2021 • 1:57 am • Uncategorized

Lance Travel Trailers 2022: Key Specs and Features

If you’re searching for the best travel trailers, there’s a brand that’s been making a difference in the industry for more than 5 decades now. Lance is known for making quality truck campers and now, they’ve also ventured to travel trailers. This lineup is new in their collection but they have already been receiving a lot of raves about these campers.

This is what we will be talking about today. Let’s see for ourselves what the hype about Lance travel trailers is all about. Let’s see what the latest models are and what features make them standout. Let’s also get to know who makes these trailers, where they are made, and how they construct these RVs, to help you in deciding if Lance travel trailers are the best campers for you.

Introduction to Lance Travel Trailers

Lance is proud to make the most innovative and ultra-lightweight travel trailers. Despite being new in the company’s RV lineup, these travel trailers have already earned the admiration and respect of the industry.

These trailers have been recognized as 2020 Trailer Life Gold Reader’s Choice Award in the small camping trailer and travel trailer categories. The 2075 and 1770 Ultra-Light Travel Trailers have won the 2020 RV Pro Best of Show and 2019 RV Business Top Debut respectively. These awards and recognitions prove Lance’s claim that their units have excellent quality.

Lance Travel Trailer Construction

All Lance travel trailers were designed and constructed using premium materials and the latest technology in the RV industry. Below are the innovative components that make these units not just ultra-light but also superior in quality.

The roof of Lance Camper’s travel trailers is made of EnergyStar rated PVC material. Its vents clamp securely in place even without using any screws. There are drip spouts and rain gutters to prevent leaks.

Maximum “R” value is provided by its rigid block foam insulation. It also helps in promoting the structural strength of the trailer.

Azdel Panels

Instead of the usual Luan wood that’s used by most RV manufacturers, Lance uses Azdel™ panels. These materials are lighter, provides better insulation, more resistant to molds and mildew, and are free from any carcinogens and formaldehyde.

High gloss fiberglass exterior

The exterior walls of Lance travel trailers is made with high gloss fiberglass material. They have ben laminated using intense pressure with heat-setting adhesives to ensure their strength and durability.

Aluminum framing

Speaking of strength and durability, all their travel trailers are framed in this aluminum superstructure which provides a solid foundation for the unit while still maintaining its light weight.

The seals used in Lance travel trailers have an anti-wicking property. This prevents moisture from getting inside the laminated walls.

The walls and cabinets inside these travel trailers are made of Euro-ply. This is superior in quality, lightweight, strong, and free from formaldehyde.

High gloss TPO lower front gravel guard with jewel

The front portion of the trailer is protected by a high gloss TPO lower front gravel guard with jewel LED lighting. This one is impressively tough and endures the beating of rough roads and difficult terrains.

Stainless steel fasteners

Different components of the travel trailers are held together by superb stainless steel fasteners. These are resistant to corrosion which ensures the durability of the unit.

Lance Travel Trailers 2021

Lance currently has 11 ultra-light travel trailers in their lineup. These are the:

1475 Travel Trailer

1565 travel trailer, 1685 travel trailer, 1985 travel trailer, 1995 travel trailer, 2075 travel trailer, 2185 travel trailer, 2285 travel trailer, 2375 travel trailer, 2445 travel trailer, 2465 travel trailer.

Now, let’s take a closer look at each unit and discover what they have to offer.

This travel trailer is their simplest unit. It is available in 2 layouts and has a floor length of 14’10”. One floorplan can sleep 2 people while the other can accommodate up to 3 people because of its slideout and sofa bed.

Its frame is made of aluminum while the exterior is constructed using laminated fiberglass bonded with Azdel substrate. There is block foam insulation throughout the trailer. The radius cornered storage compartment doors provide a safe and secure place for you to pack your camping essentials.

There is also an awning and exterior 12V/120V patio outlet or cable outlet for your outdoor entertainment. The exterior wash station is very convenient for cleaning up after a day of adventure.

The bedroom is located in front of the trailer. It has a deluxe queen-sized mattress to assure you of a restful sleep at night. The living area has swivel rockers or a sofa bed depending on the chosen layout and right across it is the kitchen.

Cooking is made easy with the 3-burner range and stainless steel range hood. There’s also a sink, propane tank, overhead cabinets, and 5 cu. ft. refrigerator.

The bathroom is at the rear of the trailer. It has an enclosed shower area, marine toilet, and sink. The fresh water tank is enclosed, insulated, and heated. The water heater with Truma Boost mode makes hot water available whenever you need it.

Lance Campers also offers many options to upgrade the interior color scheme, exterior, and electrical system. You can also get a 3-burner high output range with oven, microwave convection, or microwave oven. It’s also great to have their All Weather Package.

• Exterior Length: 19’8”
• Exterior Height: 9’10”
• Exterior Width: 84-3/8”
• Interior Height: 78”
• Fresh Water Tank Capacity (gal): 26
• Gray Water Holding Tank Capacity (gal): 26
• Black Water Holding Tank Capacity (gal): 26
• Propane: 1.5 gal
• GVWR (lbs.): 3,700
• CCC (lbs.): 1,100

This ultra-lightweight travel trailer is available in only 1 floorplan. It can sleep a maximum of 4 people.

The front portion houses the deluxe queen innerspring mattress with pillow top and bedspread. The radius acrylic tinted Thermopane Euro windows allow light to enter and give you a great view of the outdoors.

At the mid-section, you will find a full kitchen. It contains a 3-burner range, range hood with light and fan, propane tank, refrigerator, sink, and faucet.

At the rear portion of the camper are the bathroom and living area. The bathroom has a shower area and marine toilet. The living area holds the convertible U-shaped dinette. There are overhead cabinets and a wall clock to give it a homey vibe.

There’s an awning to give you shade when you want to chill outside. It is also prepped for picnics and outdoor entertainment with the exterior LCD mounting puck with removable LCD bracket, propane connection, and wash station.

You can upgrade your unit to get the All Weather Package. You also have the option to get the 28″ LED TV, microwave convection, or microwave oven.

The 1565 travel trailer is compact but complete. It also offers comfort and elegance inside and out.

• Exterior Length: 20’5”
• CCC (lbs.): 925

If you want more living space and additional storage, then you can go for the 1685 travel trailer . It only has 1 floorplan and can sleep up to 5 people. The interior is very elegant looking and comes with comfortable furniture and functional appliances.

The front portion holds the deluxe queen bed. There’s an overhead storage for your camping essentials.

At the center of the camper are the kitchen and dinette. The kitchen has a 3-burner range, stainless steel range hood, furnace, propane tank, 7 cu. ft. refrigerator, and sink. The dinette has locking pull-out storage drawers.

The bathroom is at the rear right portion. It has an enclosed shower area, porcelain marine toilet, and sink. At the other side, there are cabinets for your clothes, linens, and other personal stuff.

The exterior is ready for your outdoor entertainment. There’s an LCD mounting puck with removable LCD bracket, propane connection, and wash station. You can also get the optional power awning with LED lighting.

Optional appliances include a 3-burner high output range with oven, All Weather Package, microwave convection, and microwave oven.

• Exterior Length: 21’0”
• Exterior Height: 10’1”
• Exterior Width: 96-3/8”
• Fresh Water Tank Capacity (gal): 45
• Gray Water Holding Tank Capacity (gal): 45
• Black Water Holding Tank Capacity (gal): 45
• Propane: 2.5 gal
• GVWR (lbs.): 5,500
• CCC (lbs.): 1,520

Stunning. This is how we can describe the interior of the Lance 1985 travel trailer . You can choose from beige, brown, or gray color schemes complemented by a sophisticated decor palette. It comes in 1 floorplan and can sleep up to 4.

The sleeping area is at the front of the camper. You can walk around the sides of the deluxe queen bed. There are wardrobe and drawers on both sides to keep your personal stuff organized. You can get a sofa bed instead of the queen bed if you want a dual purpose furniture.

The living area has a very comfy dinette. There are pull-out storage drawers underneath to offer an innovative storage solution.

At the other side of the galley is the full kitchen. It has a three burner range, stainless steel range hood, 7cu. ft. refrigerator, and sink to make cooking a breeze. It also has a furnace, propane tank, and folding galley extension.

The bathroom occupies the rear portion of the travel trailer. It is very spacious indeed. There’s an enclosed shower area, sink with cabinet, porcelain marine toilet, and a wardrobe cabinet.

Some upgrades that you can get are the All Weather Package, 3 burner high output range with oven, and a microwave oven.  

• Exterior Length: 23’3”
• Exterior Height: 10’2”
• GVWR (lbs.): 6,200
• CCC (lbs.): 1,955

Elegant and functional. That’s just how the Lance 1995 travel trailer goes. It has 1 floorplan and can sleep a maximum of 4 people.

The front portion of the travel trailer holds the deluxe queen bed. You can walk around it and there are wardrobe cabinets on both sides.

The dining area is at the center of this camper. You can relax while eating in the Lance exclusive Super Slide dinette. There are locking pull-out drawers underneath to provide more storage solutions.

You can cook delicious meals in the camper’s full kitchen. The 1995 travel trailer has a 3 burner range, range hood with light and fan, propane tank, and a sink. The 7 cu. ft. refrigerator has matte black door panels to give it a classy look.

The bathroom is at the rear. It has an enclosed shower, porcelain marine toilet, and sink. The wardrobe cabinet is right outside.

You can upgrade this unit by getting the All Weather Package so you can go camping anytime of the year. Some other options include a 16′ awning, solar panel, and a 3 burner high output range with oven.

• Exterior Length: 23’8”
• CCC (lbs.): 1,925

The award-winning Lance 2075 ultra-lightweight travel trailer is truly beautifully appointed inside and out and we’ll tell you why.

The bed is at the front area. It features a deluxe queen bed. You can actually walk around it and have easy access to the wardrobe cabinets located on both sides.

The kitchen is by the galley. It has a 2 burner stainless steel Euro cooktop, round sink with a residential single lever galley faucet with pull-out spray. You can keep your food fresh inside the 5 cu. ft. refrigerator. There’s also a furnace and 2 propane tanks. The Euro overhead cabinets help keep things organized. 

Right across it is the bathroom. The shower area is enclosed to keep other parts of the bathroom dry. The porcelain marine toilet is elevated. There’s also a sink and medicine cabinet with mirror.

At the rear of the camper is a wide U-shaped dinette with a telescoping 360 degree table top. The built in wine and glass racks are very convenient to ensure no spills.

And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, at the rear exterior portion of the camper is a 48″ portable folding table with built-in storage. There’s an LCD mounting puck with removable bracket, a propane connection, and a wash station. You can get the exterior kitchen package so you can do all the cooking outside! Get the rear and side awnings and you’re all set for a fun picnic while watching your favorite TV show right outside your travel trailer.

To enjoy camping for all seasons, you can get the All Weather Package so that you’re cozy and safe inside your trailer any time you feel like traveling.

• Exterior Length: 24’9”
• CCC (lbs.): 1,750

This travel trailer is best for families who love to go camping together. The Lance 2185 travel trailer can comfortably accommodate up to 7 people and provides a lot of space for your outdoor sports gear. Here’s how.

The main bedroom is at the front of the camper. It has a deluxe walk around queen bed and there are wardrobe cabinets on either side.

Cook meals for the whole family in this trailer’s full kitchen. It has a 3 burner range, stainless steel range hood with light and fan, and a sink with pull-out faucet. The overhead cabinets is perfect for storing your kitchenware. There’s also a folding galley extension, furnace, 2 propane tanks, and a double door refrigerator.

Across the kitchen is the spacious U-shaped dinette. There are drawers underneath for more storage solutions. The dinette can be converted into a bed where 2 to 3 people can sleep.

At the rear portion of the travel trailer are 3 fold-up bunk beds. When not in use, you can place your outdoor gears in this area to elevate your outdoor experience. At the side is a wardrobe cabinet.

Beside the bunk bed area is the bathroom. The shower area is enclosed and there’s a porcelain marine toilet.

This travel trailer’s exterior has a 48″ portable folding table with built in storage, LCD mounting puck with removable bracket, propane connection, and wash station. An 18′ power awning is optional but you might as well get it so you can stay outside, eat, and be entertained.

You can also upgrade to get the All Weather Package so you can go traveling any time of the year.

• Exterior Length: 25’8”
• GVWR (lbs.): 7,000
• CCC (lbs.): 2,435

What sets this travel trailer apart from the previous campers is that this one is made specially for bringing people together. There are spacious living areas where everyone can hang out and chill. It also conveniently comes with 2 entrance doors for easy access to the main bedroom and living area.

The front entrance door leads to the walk-around queen sized bed. There are wardrobe cabinets on both sides.

Next to the bedroom is the bathroom. Its shower area is enclosed and there’s a porcelain marine toilet. There are cabinets to keep your bathroom stuff organized. Across the bathroom is another wardrobe cabinet, sink, and medicine cabinet.

The rear entrance door leads to the kitchen and living area. The kitchen occupies the whole rear wall. It contains a 7 cu. ft. refrigerator so you can keep your food items fresh. You can prepare and cook delectable meals in its 3 burner range. It also comes with a range hood with light and fan, 2 propane tanks, and a sink.

The living area is spacious. It holds a convertible U-shaped dinette and across it is a sofa bed. These furniture pieces can be used as additional sleeping spaces at night.

If you feel like staying outside, there’s a 48″ portable folding table and a place to mount your TV . You can dine under the stars while watching your all-time favorite movies.

Some of the upgrades that you can get are the 19′ awning, microwave convection, 3 burner high output range with oven, and you shouldn’t miss out on the All Weather Package if you’re the type who loves to go camping any time of the year.

• Exterior Length: 27’0”
• Gray Water Holding Tank Capacity (gal): 2/45
• CCC (lbs.): 2,070
• Sleeps: 4/6

Hotel on wheels. This is what the Lance 2375 travel trailer feels like. You will surely have all the comforts of home wherever you go when you travel with this camper in tow.

It has 2 entrance doors – one leading to the bedroom and the other to the living area. We love that the 2 areas are quite far apart giving you more privacy in the bedroom.

The bedroom has a residential style deluxe queen size pillow top innerspring mattress. You’ll also love the SkyView window where you can fall asleep looking at the twinkling stars upon the night sky. There are wardrobe cabinets on both sides where you can keep your clothes and other personal stuff.

The bathroom is next to the bedroom. It looks so elegant with its enclosed shower area, porcelain marine toilet, and sink. There are cabinets to keep things in your bathroom well organized.

At the middle of the trailer is the spacious modern kitchen where cooking shouldn’t be a problem. You’ve got a 3 burner range, stainless steel range hood with light and fan, and sink with pull-out faucet. You’ll also have a 6 cu. ft. refrigerator, furnace, and 2 propane tanks. There are overhead cabinets to store your kitchenware.

At the rear of the trailer is the living area. It holds 2 swivel rockers and a convertible dinette. There are pull-out storage drawers underneath the dinette to optimize space. It also comes with AM/FM radio, DVD player, and stereo with speakers.

The exterior is very functional with its 48″ portable folding table with built-in storage, LCD mounting puck with removable LCD bracket, propane connection, and wash station. You can get the 20′ awning so you can stay under its shade when you want to chill outside. Other upgrades include the All Weather Package, solar panel, keyless entry, and a 3 burner high output range with oven.

• Exterior Length: 28’0”
• GVWR (lbs.): 7,400
• CCC (lbs.): 1,970
• Sleeps: 4/5

Whoa! If you need a travel trailer for a big family, here’s the answer. It has a sleeping capacity for up to 8 people and Lance guarantees that everyone will feel right at home inside this camper. You can also bring your outdoor gears to make your adventures more exciting and memorable.

The master suite occupies the front part of the trailer. It has a full queen size pillow top innerspring mattress, walk-in sized closets on both sides, and dividers for privacy. The Lance exclusive “StarGazer” dual-pane radius front window gives you a great view of the night sky.

The kitchen and dinette are next to the bedroom. The U-shaped dinette can be converted into a big bed at night and can accommodate 2 to 3 people.

The kitchen has everything you need to prepare delicious meals for your family. It has a 3 burner range, 7 cu. ft. refrigerator, residential undermount large sink, and faucet with pull-out spray. There are classy overhead cabinets that give this trailer a homey vibe. There’s also a furnace and 2 propane tanks.

The rear portion of the camper is divided into the bathroom and bunk beds. The shower area is enclosed to keep the rest of the area dry. It also comes with a marine toilet, sink, and medicine cabinet with mirror.

There are 2 fold-up bunk beds which can also be your gear garage while you’re in transit. You can pack more stuff as this trailer comes with the Lance-exclusive Load Roof Rack system.

Some of the exterior’s useful features include the 48″ portable folding table with built-In storage, LCD mounting puck with removable LCD bracket, propane connection, and wash station.

For upgrades, you can get the All Weather Package, 3-burner high output range with oven, and microwave oven. Lance also offers another solar panel, fireplace, lithium battery, and LED TVs in the bedroom and living area.

• Exterior Length: 29’5”
• Exterior Height: 10’4”
• GVWR (lbs.): 7,600
• CCC (lbs.): 2,075

Lance 2465 is the company’s flagship ultra-light travel trailer. It is the longest camper in the lineup and it can comfortably accommodate up to 5 people. It has 2 slideouts to make way for the master suite and living area.

The front portion of the camper houses the living area. The J-lounge fits perfectly at the front while the convertible dinette is on the slideout area.

The large kitchen occupies the mid portion of trailer. It comes with complete appliances so you can cook with ease. You can use the 3 burner range, stainless steel range hood with light and fan, and sink with a pull-out faucet. It also holds a 7 cu. ft. refrigerator, 2 propane tanks, and a furnace. The overhead cabinets provide storage solutions for your kitchenware.

At the rear of the trailer is the master suite. It features a deluxe king-sized bed which is perfect for relaxing after a whole day of fun and adventure. At the other side is a huge closet. And right next to the bedroom is the bathroom. At one side, you have the enclosed shower and porcelain marine toilet. At the other side, you have the sink and medicine cabinet.

Some of the upgrades that’ll make your stay more luxurious are the All Weather Package, 3 burner high output range with oven, microwave oven, LED TVs, fireplace, and an additional solar panel so you can go off-grid camping.

• GVWR (lbs.): 7,800

These are all the travel trailers included in Lance’s latest collection. They are innovative, lightweight, and built with the highest quality which make them worth considering when you’re in the lookout for the perfect rig for you and your family.

Their prices are not specified in the company’s website but brand new 2445 units that have been listed for sale in various RV selling sites fall within the $65,000 to $70,000 range.

What is Lance’s warranty on their travel trailers?

Lance offers 2 years limited structural warranty for their travel trailers. This covers the repair and replacement of their walls, floors, roof, front wall, and chassis once proven that they are defective. It doesn’t include the plumbing, electrical and gas systems, cabinets, and other systems.

Wrap Up: Are Lance Campers any good?

Lance Campers have been known for making quality RVs. The company also makes it a point to listen to the needs of the customers and incorporate designs to meet those demands. That’s is why they are able to offer practical comfort in their travel trailers. These rigs aren’t just good, they deserve all the raves they’ve been receiving because of their superb quality and responsiveness to the market.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who makes lance rv.

Lance truck campers and travel trailers had their beginnings in North Hollywood, California. This was way back in 1965 and a man named Richard Murray started the company which used to be named M&M Trailer Supply. But sometime in the 1970s, it was sold to Jack Cole.

Mr. Cole and his partner Jeff Souleles turned Lance into one of the most successful and well respected companies in the RV industry. But the two eventually transitioned out of the company and sold it to REV Group, who has been the owner of Lance Campers since 2018. REV Group is also behind the well-known RV brands such as Fleetwood RV, American Coach, Monaco Coach, and Midwest Automotive Designs.

With their experience and expertise in the RV industry, the REV Group expanded the collection of Lance Campers and took over the travel trailer segment as well. They are also set to diversify and show the rest of the world what the Lance difference is all about.

Where are Lance Campers made?

The main manufacturing facility of Lance Campers is based in California. They call this place a campus where they continuously do research and development for their campers and trailers. This is also the venue where they study about the particular needs and demands of the market and where they teach dealers everything they need to know about their products.

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Lance 1475 Travel Trailer Review

The Lance 1475 is a small, lightweight, cozy trailer that's perfect for traveling. The trailer is not only comfortable but stylish as well. Like other trailers from Lance , modern and high-quality material makes up this model. Additionally, its features state of the art appliances.

Since the Lance 1475 is small and light, it allows you to tow it with a less horsepower vehicle than the average SUV, and finding a compatible truck for it will be easy.

This product comes complete with the technology, luxury, and comfort of its kind. 

10 Perfect Travel Trailers to Tow With Your Half-Ton Truck

We've curated 10 camper trailers perfect for half-ton pickups that cover a broad range of styles, construction, and design characteristics. Among this selection of travel trailers are towable habitats to satisfy an array of interests ranging from relaxed family camping to energetic backcountry exploration.

If you're looking for something that sleeps an entire troop of family members, we've got that. If it's a deep off-road reach you're hankerin' for, that's here, too. If you like something a little cushy while having outdoor adventure close at hand, you're in luck. Take a look, compare features and specifications, and then check out more options and information on each travel trailer manufacturer's website.

Note: All prices listed are MSRP.

10 Perfect Half-Ton Pickup Compatible Camper Trailers

Airstream bambi 22fb : $69,200+.

• Base weight: 3,900 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 500 lbs.
• GVWR: 5,000 lbs.
• Overall length: 21 ft., 11 in.
• Exterior width: 8 ft.
• Exterior height: 9 ft., 3 in.
• Interior height: 6 ft., 4 in.
• Sleeping capacity: Up to 4
• LPG capacity: Two 20-lb. tanks
• Freshwater tank: 23 gals.
• Gray water tank: 30 gals. 
• Black water tank: 17 gals.

The Airstream Bambi trailer line is available in four different models ranging from 16 to 22 feet in length. The Bambi is a perfect example of Airstream's classically stylish aluminum design and sturdy construction. We chose to highlight the Bambi 22FB floorplan because it's the largest member of the Bambi family, is easily maneuverable, and is a great fit for a half-ton pickup truck like the Ford F-150 .

Airstream has been a pioneer in the RV industry since its inception in 1931. The Bambi travel trailer line is a masterpiece of maximizing available space while still delivering top-of-the-class features and amenities. The Bambi 22FB is big enough to comfortably sleep four people.

It offers a primary front bed with a view and a fully equipped bathroom. It also offers a large storage closet, spacious and well-equipped kitchen, and convertible U-shaped dinette.

As with most Airstream trailers, the Bambi's exterior is a semi-monocoque aluminum superstructure instead of the more typical wood-framed camping trailer construction. Running gear includes a torsion axle suspension and ST 225/75R15 tires on 15-inch aluminum wheels.

The Airstream Bambi 22FB delivers as standard equipment a 26-inch-wide entry door, rear-view monitoring system, LED lighting seemingly everywhere, and an enclosed, aluminum insulated and heated underbelly. Equipment often on the options list of other trailers, like an LED HD television with DVD and omnidirectional antenna, are also standard on this camping trailer.

Coleman Lantern 285BH : $43,320

• Base weight: 6,611 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 869 lbs.
• GVWR: 9,680 lbs.
• Overall length: 32 ft., 9 in.
• Exterior height: 11 ft., 2 in.
• Sleeping capacity: Up to 8
• LPG capacity: Dual 20-lb. tanks
• Freshwater tank: 60 gals.
• Gray water tank: 42 gals.
• Black water tank: 42 gals.

Coleman's iconic pop-up tent trailer that so many began their family camping experiences in a generation ago is no longer being built. However, the Coleman trailer brand and its legendary utility have been transformed under the Dutchmen RV umbrella. A fully featured line of Coleman travel trailers is now available that can serve as a perfect support system for outdoor adventures.

The Coleman Lantern 285BH is on the larger end of our scope of interest here but remains easily towable (with a weight-distributing hitch) using a half-ton pickup truck such as the Chevy Silverado 1500. We think the Coleman Lantern 285BH camping trailer would be a good choice for a larger family or an extended family group that enjoys the outdoors.

It features bunk beds, a large slide-out with a convertible couch and dinette, and a primary bedroom with a queen-size mattress. This combo makes it capable of sleeping up to eight people.

An insulated structure with a metal exterior panel, wood framing with thermal insulation, and a Lauan (a hardwood plywood) interior panel is a typical trailer construction method used for the Coleman Lantern. Its roof features a Lauan interior panel, wood framing, fiberglass insulation, 3/8-inch decking, and an EPDM (synthetic rubber membrane) top layer.

Standard amenities in the Coleman Lantern include 28-inch entrance doors, a 13,500-BTU air conditioner, a power awning, interior 120V and 12V power outlets, an enclosed underbelly, and an exterior shower. The Coleman Lantern 285BH camping trailer also features a full kitchen with a three-burner cooktop, microwave, 10-cubic-foot fridge, and a large sink kitchen with a high-rise faucet.

Forest River No Boundaries 20.3 (Unplugged Package) : $50,000

• Base weight: 5,306 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 734 lbs.
• GVWR: 7,734 lbs. 
• Overall length: 26 ft., 2 in.
• Exterior height: 11 ft., 3 in.
• Freshwater tank: 40 gals.
• Gray water tank: 40 gals. 
• Black water tank: 30 gals.

Forest River offers more than a dozen different RV brands and configurations ranging from motorhomes, toy haulers, fifth-wheel trailers, travel trailers, and pop-up tent trailers in all shapes and sizes. One of our favorites is the Forest River No Boundaries line of travel trailers that are perfect for half-ton pickups.

The Forest River No Boundaries travel trailers are rugged towables, ranging in length from 12 to 25 feet, designed with the outdoor enthusiast in mind. They offer adaptable storage solutions for bikes , kayaks, SUPs , surfboards, skis, and fishing equipment.

Helping transport you deeper into the wild with higher than typical ground clearance, larger-diameter tires, and a nimble suspension system, the Forest River No Boundaries allows you to set up camp in locations others would find inaccessible.

Our choice would be the Forest River No Boundaries 20.3 Unplugged Package travel trailer. Like all the No Boundaries trailers, 20.3 offers familiar standard equipment and a host of useful options to choose from. The UnPlugged Package model adds four lithium-ion batteries, a digital control screen, remote A/C control, and a heavy-duty solar panel.

Interior living amenities include a sofa and 60×80-inch Murphy bed up front, slide-out with a convertible dinette and well-equipped kitchen mid-ship, 52×74-inch bunk beds, and a bathroom with shower stall in the rear of the trailer. Available options start with a 13.5K-BTU AC unit, 5,500-BTU heat strip, power tongue jack, and a batwing awning .

inTech RV O-V-R Adventure : $61,880

• Base weight: 5,700 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 1,100 lbs.
• GVWR: 8,500 lbs.
• Overall length: 29 ft., 3 in.
• Exterior width: 8 ft., 3 in.
• Exterior height: 10 ft., 6 in.
• Interior height: 6 ft., 11 in.
• Sleeping capacity: Up to 6
• Freshwater tank: 44 gals.
• Gray water tank: 39 gals. 
• Black water tank: 26 gals.

The inTech O-V-R Adventure travel trailer is what the RV industry refers to as a tow hauler. It does a great job of carrying motorcycles or UTVs and at the same time providing its inhabitants with comfortable and modern creature comforts and amenities.

A lightweight but sturdy all-aluminum frame and body supported by a torsion axle suspension team up to help better manage irregular road surfaces on the way to your outdoor adventure destination.

The versatile interior design utilizes every inch of the space inside the inTech O-V-R Adventure trailer. The voluminous trailer box has a cargo hold length of 13 feet, 3 inches, but can easily be converted from toy hauling duty to living, dining, and sleeping space in a matter of minutes. The well-equipped modern kitchen, wet bath (enclosed shower stall with a porcelain toilet), and large (60×80-inch memory foam queen) front bedroom are static.

Standard equipment for the O-V-R Adventure trailer includes a power tongue jack, 25K-BTU furnace heater, 15K-BTU ducted air conditioning system, and a heated underbelly with line heaters and tank heat pads. The ramp door is 7 feet, 1 inch wide and 6 feet, 7 inches high.

Available options are few because it's already loaded. However, a pair of 75-inch foldup couch/beds for the interior dinette, an 18-foot power awning with wind protection that auto retracts, and an Off-Grid Package that includes a 400W solar power system with a 2,000W inverter perfectly round out the inTech O-V-R Adventure toy hauler trailer.

Jayco Jay Feather 26RL : $52,275

• Base weight: 6,115 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 690 lbs.
• GVWR: 7,500 lbs.
• Overall length: 31 ft., 11 in.
• Exterior height: 10 ft., 8 in.
• Interior height: 6 ft., 6 in.
• Freshwater tank: 55 gals.
• Gray water tank: 31 gals. 
• Black water tank: 31 gals.

The Jayco Jay Feather 26RL travel trailer is a perfect fit for a Toyota Tundra or any of the half-ton pickup trucks available today. The Jay Feather 26RL was designed to offer a large open space in the rear of the trailer with a wide pull-out holding a convertible dinette, a big fridge, and a pantry closet.

Opposite the 26RL trailer's pull-out is a full kitchen with an L-shaped counter and overhead cabinets, a dual sink, a three-burner stove, and a microwave. An entertainment center and LED TV are integrated into the kitchen area and can be seen from the dinette or from the theater seats (optional) along the back wall.

A 60×75-inch queen bed and plenty of storage space make up the roomy front primary bedroom that can be accessed from inside the Jay Feather 26RL trailer or from the outside through a second door. The bathroom in between the front bedroom and main living area is generously sized with an enclosed shower, a separate flush toilet, and a large sink.

Standard equipment includes desirables like a 35K-BTU furnace heater, a 15K-BTU A/C, an 8-cubic-foot fridge, ball-bearing drawer guides, residential-style kitchen countertops, and a 20-foot awning.

Jayco's Jay Feather 26RL travel trailer is built on an I-beam main frame with an integrated A-frame structure for strength and durability. The trailer body is made up of a welded-aluminum-framed, vacuum-bonded laminated side. Its rear walls have a fiberglass exterior siding that is lightweight yet sturdy and well-insulated.

The floor is a 2-inch vacuum-bonded panel with foam insulation, and the waterproof and insulated roof is based on trussed wood (2×2-inch studs) and plywood construction that offers high weight-bearing performance.

Lance Camper 2445 : $89,024

• Base weight: 6,605 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 605 lbs.
• GVWR: 8,700 lbs.
• Overall length: 29 ft., 10 in.
• Exterior width: 8 ft., 3/8 in.
• Exterior height: 10 ft., 5 in.
• Interior height: 6 ft., 8 in.
• LPG capacity: 20-lb. tank
• Freshwater tank: 45 gals.
• Black water tank: 40 gals.

The Lance 2445 travel trailer is another great match for a half-ton pickup such as the GMC Sierra 1500 . If the name Lance Camper sounds familiar, it should. Lance has been building one of the RV industry's best slide-in truck campers and continues to do so. A few years ago, Lance also began building a full line of high-end travel trailers with the same attention to detail and quality that made its truck camper a bestseller.

Part of a 12-model line of Lance travel trailers running from just under 15 feet to nearly 30 feet in length, the Lance 2445 travel trailer offers a primary bedroom up front with Lance's SkyView dual-pane radius windows, a slide-out carrying a convertible dinette, and bunk beds in the tail end.

Built upon an aluminum frame, the Lance 2445 travel trailer's construction features high-density foam block insulation, dual-layer Adzel composite (no wood) panel, and a crowned roof topped with a synthetic membrane.

Standard interior features of the Lance 2445 travel trailer include an enclosed glass shower stall and porcelain toilet. The kitchen offers a 21-inch oven, three-burner range, microwave, 6-cubic-foot fridge, and undermounted residential-style sink.

Electrical equipment includes ducted A/C, a heater, exterior solar quick connect (SAE port), systems monitor panel, and USB, 120V, and 12V power ports. Among your choice of options for the Lance 2445 travel trailer are a 1,500W inverter, a 190W solar panel, and Lance's own easy-loading roof rack. The optional shock absorber package can make dirt roads easier to manage on the way to find some adventure.

Opus Camper OP15 : $65,000

• Base weight: 5,159 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 410 lbs.
• GVWR: 6,393 lbs.
• Overall (closed) length: 23 ft.
• Exterior width: 7 ft.
• Exterior height (roof closed): 8 ft., 10 in.
• Interior height: 6 ft., 5 in. (open) / 5 ft., 5 in. (closed)
• Freshwater tank: 63 gals.
• Gray water tank: 17 gals. 
• Black water tank: 10 gals.

Called an off-road hybrid caravan by its builder, the Opus Camper OP15 is a serious overlanding machine designed for those outdoor enthusiasts who like getting far away from it all while having all the comforts and amenities of home. Newly reengineered for severe off-road environments, the independent trailing arm suspension system underneath the bomb-shelter-sturdy Opus OP15 trailer's cabin features dual shock absorbers and larger springs repositioned for improved performance.

The interior of the Opus Camper OP15 trailer increases in size dramatically once it’s parked and the pop-top roof and rear slide-out are extended. Inside the OP15 you'll find a king-size bed, bunk beds, a dining lounge with plush seating and an adjustable table, plenty of storage space, and a full bathroom with shower, sink, and flush toilet.

The OP15 trailer's outdoor slide-out kitchen delivers a stainless-steel sink, a four-burner stainless steel stove, and a food-prep deck. A second outdoor slide-out carries a 12V fridge/freezer combo.

The Opus Camper OP15 scores more off-road points with its 360-degree articulating trailer hitch and large all-terrain tires (including two spares). A fully galvanized welded chassis and drawbar, stone guard, heavy-duty safety chains, and electric brakes are standard equipment.

Fully loaded for off-grid adventure the OP 15 also offers three 100A AGM batteries, a 300W solar panel setup, and utility storage for two 6-gallon fuel cans as standard. You can boost that capability with options such as a DC charger, or lithium batteries and an upgraded charger.

Outdoors RV Back Country Series 24KRS : $80,060

• Base weight: 7,430 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 965 lbs.
• GVWR: 9,995 lbs.
• Overall length: 28 ft., 8 in.
• Exterior height: 11 ft., 6 in.
• LPG capacity: 80 lbs.
• Freshwater tank: 100 gals.
• Gray water tank: 80 gals. 

One of the heavier examples in this buyer's guide of travel trailers well suited for half-ton pickup trucks is the Outdoors RV Back Country 24KRS. The Back Country 24HRS was designed for the outdoor enthusiast who is more likely to camp off-grid and off-road.

Stocked with standard features such as a 36K on-board LPG-powered generator, a 170W solar panel with controller, and 100 gallons of freshwater capacity, the Outdoors RV Back Country 24KRS is capable of sustaining itself and its inhabitants for much more than just a 3-day weekend getaway.

Noted by its builder as designed for "mountain states and western Canada," the Backcountry 24KRS is delivered with equipment that are options on many other travel trailers. Thermal pane windows, triple-layered roof insulation, insulated slide-out floor, insulated exterior luggage doors, and a fully enclosed, insulated, and heated underbelly make it a good choice for winter or shoulder-season camping. Off-road chops include an integrated A-frame chassis with a heavy-duty off-road suspension and beefy six-lug 5,000-pound-capacity axles.

The Outdoors RV Back Country 24KRS travel trailer's ability to handle tough roads and long trips is countered with a host of upscale appointments and creature comforts to make the adventure easy to enjoy. A large bathroom is filled with a sink, flush toilet, and roomy shower stall. The kitchen offers a three-burner stove/oven, a large stainless-steel sink with a high-arch faucet, a microwave oven, a huge fridge, and lots of prep space.

Between the 60×80-inch primary bed, a convertible dinette, and a sleeper sofa, there's room to sleep up to six. And the interior is built out in sturdy and attractive cabinetry that offers enough storage space for all your gear.

TAXA Outdoors Mantis 5.2 Overland : $57,874

• Base weight: 3,486 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 510 lbs.
• Overall length: 19 ft.
• Exterior width: 7 ft., 6in.
• Exterior height: 7 ft. (closed) / 10 ft., 1 in. (open)
• Interior height: 4 ft., 7 in. (closed) / Up to 7 ft., 10 in. (open) 
• Freshwater tank: 20 gals.
• Gray water tank: 22 gals.

The TAXA Outdoors Mantis 5.2 Overland trailer is an admittedly nontraditional travel trailer. Its unique nature is part of what makes it a good choice for half-ton pickup trucks like the Nissan Titan . It may look a bit like a giant insect, but the Mantis 5.2 Overland camping trailer has everything you need to enjoy a comfortable middle-of-nowhere experience.

Based on the TAXA Mantis 5.2 (the company's largest floorplan), the Overland edition retains all of the original’s creature comforts and conveniences while inheriting a higher level of off-grid and long-term camping capability.

The Mantis 5.2 Overland travel trailer is loaded with a fully equipped kitchen, a combo furnace heater/hot water system, storage compartments everywhere, and comfortable sleeping accommodations for four people. An optional pop-up rooftop tent can sleep two more.

TAXA Outdoors added some serious rough-road handling features like a 360-degree rotation/three-axis hitch for optimum trailer control on or off-road. The Mantis 5.2 Overland trailer rides on a powder-coated steel chassis with a 5,200-pound-rated Timbren axle-less suspension system and a 4-inch body lift. This setup gives the trailer 14 inches of ground clearance, perfect for off-road camping adventures.

A mix of aluminum composite panels, Baltic Birch plywood, and an aluminum and steel structural skeleton make up the atypical shape of the TAXA Mantis 5.2 Overland travel trailer. On the long list of available features are handy items like acrylic windows with screens and shades, batwing-style awnings, and exterior hot and cold showers. An integrated 12V electrical system, wet bath with cassette toilet, and 8K-BTU A/C make long trips even more comfortable.

Venture RV Sonic X SN220VRBX : $51,354

• Base weight: 5,610 lbs.
• Hitch weight: 570 lbs.
• GVWR: 7,285 lbs.
• Overall length: 27 ft., 6 in.
• Exterior width: 7 ft., 6 in.
• Exterior height: 10 ft., 4 in.
• Freshwater tank: 78 gals.
• Gray water tank: 30 gals.

Venture RV currently builds six different travel trailer lines, each offering its own design and engineering flavor. Dozens of Venture RV trailers ranging from 3,000 to 9,000 pounds (base weight) are ideal for a half-ton pickup like the Ford F-150.

Our favorite Venture RV line is the Sonic X, of which there are two floorplans. We will focus on the Sonix X SN220VRBX travel trailer with its large rear-bathroom floorplan.

The Venture RV Sonic X SN220VRBX travel trailer and its SN211VDBX (rear bunk bed plan) cousin are the same length and nearly the same weight. Both feature a high-clearance off-road-capable NXG chassis and two 3,500-pound capacity torsion axles, making it easier to get the Sonic X trailer into campsites others can't reach.

Go-anywhere standard equipment for the Sonix X trailers includes a tubular brush guard, welded tube bumper, roof-mounted LED lightbars, and off-road tires. Designed to be self-sustainable for long periods of time, the Sonix X trailers offer extended off-grid adventure with standard equipment like two 190W roof-mounted solar panels, two 250A lithium-ion batteries, and a 2,000W inverter/charger.

The floorplan of the Venture Sonix X SN220VRBX travel trailer is laid out with a 60×75-inch primary bed (or with a Murphy bed with sofa) up front. The center section of the trailer carries a slide-out holding an 88×47-inch convertible dinette directly across from a well-stocked kitchen that offers a large sink, three-burner stove, oven, and a 7-cubic-foot refrigerator .

The rear section of the SN220VRBX trailer houses a bathroom with a flush toilet, a large sink, and a 34-inch glass radius enclosed shower. A large exterior-accessed storage garage compartment for outdoor gear is standard on both Sonix X trailers.

How Much Can a Half-Ton Truck Tow?

How much trailer can a half-ton truck - F-150, Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, RAM 1500, Tundra, and Titan - tow ?

As an example, tow ratings for the bestselling Ford F-150 can range from 5,000 to 14,000 pounds. This depends upon cab configuration, truck bed size, 2WD or 4WD, engine size, and the final drive ratios (ring-and-pinion gear set ratios).

In addition, some high ratings require additional payload or towing packages. All these aspects combine to establish a pickup truck's maximum tow rating - also referred to as the maximum trailer weight rating.   

The bestselling Ford F-150 cab configuration (according to 2022 model sales) is the SuperCrew. We'll use that as a starting point. The 2023 Ford F-150 SuperCrew short bed 2WD with a 3.3L V-6 engine and 3.55-ratio axle gears is rated at 5,100 pounds.

On the other end of the scale is the 2023 Ford F-150 SuperCrew short bed 2WD with a 3.5L turbocharged V-6 engine, 3.55 axle gears, and optional payload package scores a 14,000-pound tow rating.

Detailed tow ratings are listed in your truck's owner's manual. Tow ratings for some older trucks can be found on RV.com . The Ford Motor Company website also offers a Towing Guide to help find your truck's maximum trailer weight rating. 

Travel Trailer Terminology You Should Know

There are a few terms that trailer manufacturers use in their specification charts that you should know and understand.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum permissible weight for a trailer, including all cargo, fluids, LPG, and optional equipment.

Unladen, Dry, Tare, or Base Weight: These all mean the same thing - the total weight of the unloaded trailer in standard equipment trim, with no cargo, fluids (freshwater), or LPG.

Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC): Sometimes referred to as Rated Cargo Load, this is the maximum amount of cargo weight the trailer can safely hold. This includes everything you load into the trailer, full water tanks, filled propane tanks, and batteries.

Tongue or Hitch Weight: The weight the trailer will place upon the hitch of your truck. More than 500 pounds of tongue weight on a half-ton pickup will likely place undue stress on the rear suspension and unload the front end, adversely affecting the truck's steering and overall handling. In this case, the use of a weight-distributing hitch can redeploy some of the weight from the hitch back to the trailer's axle(s).

Overall or Exterior Length: Commonly refers to the length of the trailer from the hitch ball-coupler to the back of the rear bumper.

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US Army deploys midrange missile for first time in Philippines

The Mid-Range Capability missile has landed in Luzon, Philippines, as part of the Salaknib exercise taking place there, marking the first deployment of the new capability deemed vital for the U.S. Army’s strategy in the region.

The 1st Multi-Domain Task Force brought the MRC weapon to the country on April 11, traveling more than 8,000 miles from Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state for over 15 hours via a C-17 Globemaster cargo aircraft, according to an April 15 statement from U.S. Army Pacific.

“This landmark deployment marks a significant milestone for the new capability while enhancing interoperability, readiness and defense capabilities in coordination with the Armed Forces of the Philippines,” the statement read.

“This creates several new collaboration opportunities for our bilateral training and readiness,” Brig. Gen. Bernard Harrington, who leads the multidomain unit, said in the statement.

During an April 16 hearing before the House Armed Services Committee, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George commented on the deployment to the Indo-Pacific region.

“We’ve seen just how effective and hard to target land-based, long-range precision fires are, and we are continuing to add those, and right now we have the medium-range capability that is actually out and exercising with our partners,” he said.

Defense News first reported the Army’s plan to pursue the midrange missile in September 2020.

The Army gave the job of finalizing and moving forward with a weapon to the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office, and it also set a goal to field the chosen missile in less than three years — by the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, which meant it could not start from scratch.

The office received the mission in July 2020 following a strategic fires study conducted by the Army’s force development arm earlier this year. The development team had found a gap in the service’s ability to reach enemy targets in the 500- to 2,000-kilometer (311- to 1,243-mile) range.

The midrange missile fits in the Army’s fires portfolio between its Precision Strike Munition, designed to hit targets 499 kilometers away, and its ground-launched hypersonic missiles.

The service chose Lockheed Martin in November 2020 to build the midrange missile prototype, landing a nearly $340 million contract to take elements from naval missiles to forge the new weapon.

The MRC weapon consists of a vertical launch system and uses the Navy’s Raytheon-built Standard Missile-6 and Tomahawk missiles. The full MRC system has a battery operations center, four launchers, prime movers and modified trailers, the statement noted.

A variant of the Tomahawk missile was used in a land-based cruise missile capability test in 2019. The SM-6 is a long-range, anti-air missile that has a surface mode.

Salaknib is an exercise with the U.S. and Philippine armed forces meant to build readiness and improve operational capabilities as part of “the longstanding and strong U.S.-Philippine Alliance,” the statement read, adding that it also enhances “bilateral U.S. land power capacity and capabilities for joint operations.”

Jen Judson is an award-winning journalist covering land warfare for Defense News. She has also worked for Politico and Inside Defense. She holds a Master of Science degree in journalism from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Kenyon College.

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Inside Out 2 Introduces Two New Scene-Stealing Characters With Very Different Animation Styles

In 2015, Pixar's "Inside Out" introduced us to a wonderful ensemble of characters in the form of five core emotions inside the mind of an 11-year old girl named Riley. Joy (Amy Poehler) was the leader of the crew, trying to keep Riley happy all the time. Sadness (Phyllis Smith) was constantly stressing out Joy by making Riley feel down in the dumps. Anger (Lewis Black) came out when Riley just couldn't deal anymore, Fear (Bill Hader) made sure Riley kept herself safe, though sometimes irrationally scared, and Disgust (Mindy Kaling) ensured that she never ate broccoli or dealt with anything cringey that might upset her. 

In "Inside Out 2," all the core emotions are comfortable in keeping Riley on the straight and narrow, complete with a new belief system and sense of self (more on that in our full footage reaction from our visit to Pixar Animation), even though Fear and Disgust are now voiced respectively by Tony Hale ("Arrested Development") and Liza Lapira ("The Equalizer" on CBS). But their world is thrown into chaos when Riley starts to experience puberty, and a quartet of new emotions enter headquarters: Anxiety (Maya Hawke), Envy (Ayo Edebiri), Ennui (Adèle Exarchopoulos), and Embarrassment (Paul Walter Hauser). 

As Anxiety starts to upend everything Joy and her team have created for Riley over the years, their developing girl starts to change, and not always in ways that are going to be good for her. With Anxiety taking over the console in Riley's mind, the core emotions start to lose control, leaving the new emotions no choice but to literally bottle them up and throw them into the back of Riley's mind. This is all shown in the trailers that have been released for "Inside Out 2" so far, but when Pixar played 35 minutes of footage from the sequel for attending press at their campus in Emeryville, California, we saw much more, including two new characters who have yet to be revealed.

Bloofy and Lance Slashblade are coming

Not unlike how the first "Inside Out" introduced Bing Bong when he was lurking around long term memory, the back of Riley's mind introduces us to two new characters who have been hanging around for awhile. When the core emotions are locked away with some of Riley's other secrets, we meet a couple new scene-stealing characters who are both brought to life with drastically different animation styles that we're not used to seeing from Pixar Animation. They're a lot of fun, and you're going to love them.

Helping Joy and the gang break out of their suppressed emotional prison first is Bloofy, a two-dimensional cartoon dog that is basically a combination of Blue from "Blue's Clues" and the titular "Dora the Explorer." He's a character from Riley's favorite childhood TV show, and he's chilling in the back of Riley's mind because she secretly still likes the show. Comedian Ron Funches provides the perfect voice for Bloofy, who asks questions to a non-existent child audience, just like Steve on "Blue's Clues" and Dora would on their respective TV shows.

Alongside Bloofy, we're also introduced to another character with drastically different animation: Lance Slashblade, a video game character animated to look like the polygonal graphics of an original Playstation game in the vein of "Final Fantasy." In fact, the character is voiced by Yong Yea, a professional video game voiceover actor who has lent his talents to games like "God of War: Ragnarok," "Spider-Man 2," and yes, "Final Fantasy VII Rebirth." Why is Lance in the back of Riley's mind? She secretly had a crush on him when she was younger. Lance acts confident, but he's still longing to be a hero, with the kind of melodramatic voice that video game fans will undoubtedly remember but non-gamers will still laugh at. Even though Lance is eager and brave in the face of danger, his ability to roll into a ball for his special attack isn't nearly as intimidating or effective as he thinks.

Both of these characters offer up some refreshing variations on the animation we see in "Inside Out 2," similar to the moment when Joy, Sadness, and Bing Bong treacherously make their way through abstract thought (seen above) in the first movie. They bring entirely different visual styles to life as if these characters actually existed in the real world. Unfortunately, Pixar hasn't revealed them in the marketing yet, so you'll be left to imagine what they might look like for the time being. 

Riley's deep, dark secret

There's also a third character who remains a bit of a mystery. He's a dark, beefy guy who represents Riley's deep, dark secret, and he looks almost like an emo version of the Incredible Hulk. We were left to wonder what that might be when the footage presentation at Pixar was wrapped up, but it's likely that this revelation will be key in the second or third act of the movie. 

The closest we've got to seeing these characters is the moment where Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust have been put into a bottle and locked away. The above shot from a recent "Inside Out 2" trailer comes from inside the vault where they get locked up, where there are bumbling cops who can't seem to keep the core emotions contained for very long, undoubtedly sending them on another adventure across the various faces of Riley's mind, such as the sarcasm chasm teased in the same trailer.

Even though I've only seen the first 35 minutes of the sequel, I can already tell you that "Inside Out 2" is still hiding a lot of story details. There's next to no footage in any of the trailers released so far that wasn't in those first 35 minutes that Pixar showed to attending press. (There's also another unseen emotion who is introduced in the first act, but rather than being pivotal to the story, it's more of a funny gag that only lasts a few seconds).

With plenty left to discover in "Inside Out 2," I can't wait to see the rest of the movie when it hits theaters on June 14, 2024.