We don't get to use it as much as we'd like. It tows very well as it is almost weightless, but the design does scoop water during heavy rainstorms while driving on the highway (such as our maiden voyage up to Maine!) and the front door doesn't seal well enough to remain waterproof - but.. it simply collected water on the floor which was trivially dumped up when we arrived.
It garners a lot of attention at camping parks - we have come to expect passers-by stopping to take pictures and ask questions.
When pointed into the breeze, on a warm summer's day, it is amazingly comfortable. We have spent many a day whiling away the hours reading and snoozing on the bed, and I've spent many hours either programming or writing on the laptop on the pull-out table - it really is very comfortable.
Some things I'd change and/or upgrade:
The decorative stenciling was done in a latex paint and was sandblasted away after the first long road trip. I'd like to redo it in much brighter colors and bolder patterns - originally I didn't want to over do it, but its viewed at such distances that anything to subtle just isn't seen.
The electrical panel is overkill. Only need three or four switches at most. The overhead light is too bright most of the time - I'll install a dimmer on it.
USB outlets near the bed would be nice, to keep devices charged and nearby. I will also install a small solar panel on the roof, although this will require creative installation rails and snaking of wires.
Lastly I wish we used it more. It is so beautiful just sitting in our backyard - I move it around a lot - and I often just go out there for thinking time but it was made to be lived in.
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