Now that we have the camper we're trying out as many options as we can to figure out optimal locations for camping and what different hookups can provide. For this trip we returned to the very familiar Lago Linda, but reserved an RV site with electric and water @ $32/night. Lago Linda has offered breakfasts over the weekend in the past, but now are doing simple dinners as well. With lines consistently out the door at places like Miguels and Rockhouse, it'll be nice to at least have other dog friendly options.
The spots are back in only for the camper, but there is plenty of space to get situated. The electric hookup was close so no complaints there. This was also our first trip with hookups, and the first day it was high 80s when we arrived. The heat pump cooled the camper down into the 60s (quite quickly I might add) which was amazing. I honestly wasn't thinking that would be something we'd like to have, and I'm thrilled that we do. We cooled the fridge down before leaving and having cold drinks and perishables stored appropriately was a nice change of pace. The tonneau cover was also super convenient for keeping items readily available but not taking up place in the cab or the camper.
After getting situated at the site we met up with Joe, Jen, and Gavin who had booked a cabin conveniently located about 100' from our site. We strolled around the site and took a dive in the pond to cool off. No amount of coaxing would get Beau into the water, but maybe next time.
Saturday morning Sara and I started at Crossroads on some easy trade routes. After doing Buckwheats climb for Stef then Turkey Crossing, the whole crew joined us and hopped on to the latter route. I was hoping it would be a grungy experience for them but everyone floated it and put my thoughts to shame. I led Wrong Turn then belayed Danny from above so we could learn how to clean and have him rap off the route with someone there at the anchors.
We continued down the crag and Gabi and Danny both got some lead climb/belay practice on Deez Nuts and Boilerplate. It was nice pulling on those plates and having some hand holds compared to the 3 prior routes that were all slab. The send train was inspired by a snake grooving its way up a nearby tree. After a Rockhouse attempt turned into a Miguels dinner, we sat by the fire enjoying sours and s'mores (unless yours was prepared by Sara and included a delicious wrapper).
Sunday morning we enjoyed a Lago Linda breakfast burrito and some coffee before heading to Left Flank. Gabi put up Mr. Bungle while I set Face Up to that Crack. The latter was a fine "face" but once it was "up to the crack" it was super enjoyable. The crack took great gear and the section above the crack was wandering but intuitive. Sara managed to put up the hardest alternate start to Mr. Bungle, putting the heel hook beta to shame (even tho Kos remained unimpressed).
Unplugging the camper to break down and head home is always the worst, but after 2 days plugged into a 30 amp site we immediately lost all power. Typically I would expect the battery to take over once unplugged, but we weren't seeing any power....
After driving home I popped up the camper and checked all of the fuses at the converter, everything was fine which was even more confusing. It turns out there is a single fuse at the battery (which has to be no more than 3' from it) which was blown. After swapping that fuse and charging the battery back up we seem to be all good.
Battery readings:
"Dead" and not receiving power from the camper's converter - 11.9
"Healthy" and unplugged - 12.7
Charging via the battery charger or from the converter - 13.2-4
