[glukowicz]

Not directly applicable but I noticed that the 1700BH has a dry 3280 and a GVWR of only 3700 lb (limited by its single axle). That means they expect you to keep additional weight to 420 or fewer lbs. With the 2108DS empty weight of 4140 and the 5000lb Ascent limit, you have a margin of 860 lb.

The brochure states 3700 GVWR, but the trailer sticker states 4000 lbs. So there is more payload available in the 1700BH.

 

[GingerPop]

I look forward to hearing about your experience, particularly keeping the total weight within spec, since I am looking at the 2020 Micro Mini 2108DS that weighs slightly more.

We've been out six times in the 2106FBS since July, with trips under 115 miles one-way. We've not been real diligent on weight management. We typically drive no faster than 60 mph. The Ascent behaves well, and the Tekonsha brake controller does its job. I use the brake controller for "sense of security" on steep downhills, but have only had to use it once for a quick stop on a highway. I keep the controller setting at 7.0, but that may be a little too high (6.5 might be fine, I just like round numbers ).

The Ascent does hills OK with the Micro Minnie, but it definitely labors more than on flats. Maintaining consistent speed becomes the trick on hills.

While I love the Ascent, I can definitively say that if I had to do it again I probably would get a pickup truck. Mostly for some additional benefits of the truck bed (ex. ability to bring along a generator and fuel for bookdocking), but also b/c I think it would be better overall handling of the trailer on the road.

 

[Specktre]

Good morning Kann,

We are about to buy a 2100BH and was wondering if everything is still go so far with it?

Did you had a change to check the tongue weight with propane and battery included?

Thanks

 

[MathWantToRideMoab]

Hey nice forum! We own a 2020 Ascent Premier and we acquired a Micro Winnie 2100BH. I'm shopping for brake control. Anyone has the Tekonsha Primus IQ?

 

[Stimsoncoug]

The Winnie dealer wants us to put a Fastway E2 Trunion WDH/Adjustable Sway Control on the trailer. We have the Subaru OEM trailer hitch ready and installed. I think it's a dealer oversell. They say we'll want it. What do you all say? Is the 2100BH ok for the Ascent? Getting ready to buy this today but I'm not sure I have all the information.

Also what is the best brake controller for this? On the Forum I've seen most with the Taekonsha wired into the left side of the steering wheel/dash. If that's correct, what are the product numbers?

Anything else I should think about or be aware of before buying today???

Thanks!

So I just bought a Micro Minnie 2100BH a few months ago. We’ve been out a few times, but this last time I went to a public scale. I had heard I might be over on my tongue weight, so I put everything in the back storage. The propane tanks have been used, so it wasn’t full propane, and we put in a 3 inch memory foam topper on top of our mattress. Our kitchen is also full of dishes and such, but not too much. Look at the weights below. Tongue weight was exactly at 500lbs! This means we were over that the first few times we went out. I’m thinking removing one of the propane tanks, or both and putting them in the back when we travel to save on weight.

Just thought to share this information for those considering this trailer. We love it regardless! The slide out was a must with 4 people. I wish it had a trailer hitch though for a bike rack, but other than that, it’s been a good trailer. I should say we also need the fridge repaired...it won’t work on propane and just beeps at us all the time, so we’ve had to use a cooler, and the water heater started leaking at the hot water fitting. I’m taking it in for warranty work soon.

 

[Stimsoncoug]

Hey nice forum! We own a 2020 Ascent Premier and we acquired a Micro Winnie 2100BH. I'm shopping for brake control. Anyone has the Tekonsha Primus IQ?

We bought that and it seems to work fine. I had to drill a hole in that small shelf to the left of the steering wheel and mount the controller there. I haven’t had to slam on the brakes yet. I keep it going slow and far back from other cars.

 

[rlb81]

So I just bought a Micro Minnie 2100BH a few months ago. We’ve been out a few times, but this last time I went to a public scale. I had heard I might be over on my tongue weight, so I put everything in the back storage. The propane tanks have been used, so it wasn’t full propane, and we put in a 3 inch memory foam topper on top of our mattress. Our kitchen is also full of dishes and such, but not too much. Look at the weights below. Tongue weight was exactly at 500lbs! This means we were over that the first few times we went out. I’m thinking removing one of the propane tanks, or both and putting them in the back when we travel to save on weight.

Just thought to share this information for those considering this trailer. We love it regardless! The slide out was a must with 4 people. I wish it had a trailer hitch though for a bike rack, but other than that, it’s been a good trailer. I should say we also need the fridge repaired...it won’t work on propane and just beeps at us all the time, so we’ve had to use a cooler, and the water heater started leaking at the hot water fitting. I’m taking it in for warranty work soon.


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I'm guessing backed trailer is the the trailer wheels on the scale, and dropped trailer is the entire trailer on the scale w/o the car? And the tongue is calculated just taking the difference of the 2?

 

[Laessm]

Considering the Micro Minnie 2100bH and 1800BH. We'd love the slide of the 2100 but hubby thinks the 1800 is a safer bet with tongue etc. Can those of you with the 2100bh + ascent combo please comment on your experiences, good and bad?

 

[Laessm]

Considering the Micro Minnie 2100bH and 1800BH. We'd love the slide of the 2100 but hubby thinks the 1800 is a safer bet with tongue etc. Can those of you with the 2100bh + ascent combo please comment on your experiences, good and bad?

 

[Matt_Ascent_Premier]

We bought a Micro Minnie 2100BH and we're towing with 3 bikes on the roof.
It pulls well, transmission isn't changing every 30 second, consumption is pretty high though.

 

[Titanrx8]

consumption is pretty high though.

Just the bikes on the roof would take a couple mpg without the trailer. Ever think of adding a bike rack behind the Minnie where they're out of the airstream?

 

[Matt_Ascent_Premier]

I won't put my $10'000 bike behind the trailer...
Bumper isn't strong enough for such a rack anyway. It would require some work to reinforce frame to install proper hitch for bike rack... Not an option for now

 

[Laessm]

We bought a Micro Minnie 2100BH and we're towing with 3 bikes on the roof.
It pulls well, transmission isn't changing every 30 second, consumption is pretty high though.
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[Laessm]

Thanks for confirming this. Have you had to be careful with packing it? Have you weighed the hitch weight? Did you remove a propane tank or battery?

 

[Matt_Ascent_Premier]

Thanks for confirming this. Have you had to be careful with packing it? Have you weighed the hitch weight? Did you remove a propane tank or battery?

Honestly, I have to go to Cat Scale close by.
We evaluated the weight we're adding to the trailer. Dry weight is 3850lbs so we have 1100 lbs to go.
We carry high end light bikes @ less 30lbs EA.
We carry minimal food, around 70lbs, we carry about 200 lbs clothes and personal goods. We estimated to be around 4700 lbs. Scale will tell. But when automaker tells 5000lbs, it's not the breaking point. It's an average... And they kept some gap. So we're not too stressed.
Just the way the car reacts with the load is very encouraging. We aren't beating it up, we follow speed limits and we enjoy the ride.

 

[Ruben Marin]

I won't put my $10'000 bike behind the trailer...
Bumper isn't strong enough for such a rack anyway. It would require some work to reinforce frame to install proper hitch for bike rack... Not an option for now

You will also need to compensate by adding more weight up front, I added a custom rack to the back of my trailer to haul a couple bikes on. Then I added a 2nd propane tank and rack on the tongue along with relocating the spare to the front. I still need to add a full load of water and a couple bikes inside to get my tongue weight back to 500 lbs. The rack was right around 40 lbs of steel and the two bikes I put on it are about 70 lbs. Something to keep in mind when adding accessories to the bumper.

 

[RyanP]

Considering the Micro Minnie 2100bH and 1800BH. We'd love the slide of the 2100 but hubby thinks the 1800 is a safer bet with tongue etc. Can those of you with the 2100bh + ascent combo please comment on your experiences, good and bad?

Did you choose the 2100BH or 1800BH? I am in the market for these as well. I like to dual axle for sway control and longer hauls. Curious to if you made your decision and how you came about it. Also, I see the 1800BH GVWR is 5000. Does that concern you at all? Thanks

 

[Laessm]

Did you choose the 2100BH or 1800BH? I am in the market for these as well. I like to dual axle for sway control and longer hauls. Curious to if you made your decision and how you came about it. Also, I see the 1800BH GVWR is 5000. Does that concern you at all? Thanks

hi Ryan,
We put a down payment on the 1800, set to arrive in Nov. Although the slideout on the 2100 looked nice for a bigger dinette and more space, we realized there is a lot less storage with there not being cabinets above the dinette, nor would there be the pantry/closet by the bunkbeds. Plus the 1800 is lighter and lower hitch. I'm very excited! The GVWR of 5000 is a good thing because that means the max is the same as the max of the Ascent. You don't want something greater than that. I believe the 2100 is 7000. That would be nice to have if your tow vehicle could also handle that, but the Ascent cannot. I think the 1800bh overall is the best bunkhouse out there for the ascent with the dinette, nice bath and well equipped kitchen and maximum storage.

 

[RyanP]

hi Ryan,
We put a down payment on the 1800, set to arrive in Nov. Although the slideout on the 2100 looked nice for a bigger dinette and more space, we realized there is a lot less storage with there not being cabinets above the dinette, nor would there be the pantry/closet by the bunkbeds. Plus the 1800 is lighter and lower hitch. I'm very excited! The GVWR of 5000 is a good thing because that means the max is the same as the max of the Ascent. You don't want something greater than that. I believe the 2100 is 7000. That would be nice to have if your tow vehicle could also handle that, but the Ascent cannot. I think the 1800bh overall is the best bunkhouse out there for the ascent with the dinette, nice bath and well equipped kitchen and maximum storage.

Appreciate your response. I think this is the direction I am leaning in as well. Safe travels and good luck with everything!

 

[Laessm]

Appreciate your response. I think this is the direction I am leaning in as well. Safe travels and good luck with everything!

Thanks! That said, if you or anyone reading is interested in a beautiful RPod 179, we are selling ours!!