Fall is the best time to build your teardrop trailer. At Overland Trailer, we’ve seen it year after year—most folks start their teardrop trailer build in spring. But if you want to save money, avoid delays, and actually enjoy the process, you should start in the fall.
Key Takeaways
- Fall is bargain season: Parts and frames go on sale after peak camping.
- Faster shipping: Skip the spring backorder drama.
- Winter gives you time: Spread out your build and get it done right.
- Holidays = tool wishlists: ‘Tis the season for gear gifts and workshop upgrades.
- Start now, camp sooner: Spring builds always run late. Fall builders finish in time.
1. Fall = Smart Shopping for Teardrop Builders
When the camping crowds pack it in, the RV industry clears inventory. That means you’ll find deals on trailer frames, kits, and even tools. Overland Trailer customers regularly save hundreds by buying in the off-season.
Think of it like buying Halloween candy on November 1st—but way more useful.
2. Skip the Spring Supply Chain Scramble
We hear it every year: “I started in April, but parts didn’t show up until June.”
Spring builds are infamous for delays. Parts are out of stock. Shipping is slow. And suddenly your dream of camping by Memorial Day turns into a mid-July scramble.
If you order electrical, solar, or door components in the fall, you’re ahead of the curve.
3. DIY Projects Always Take Longer (So Start Early)
Anyone who’s built a teardrop trailer—us included—knows that nothing ever goes exactly to plan. You’ll re-cut trim. You’ll re-drill holes. You’ll spend three hours watching YouTube videos on wiring.
Starting your teardrop trailer build in the fall gives you breathing room. Use winter to dial in the design, get your free plans, and take your time with the details.
And yes, it might be cold. But at least your wood finishes won’t freeze halfway through drying.
4. Turn the Holidays Into Build Season Bonuses
You’ve got a build in progress. The holidays are coming. Connect the dots.
Let friends and family know what you actually want this year: power stations, backup cameras, or those nice tools you’ve been eyeing.
We’ve seen plenty of Overland builders use Black Friday sales to fully outfit their home shop. Smart move.
5. The Data Backs It Up (And So Does Pumpkin Spice)
Search data tells the truth. Google Trends shows interest in teardrop trailers peaks in mid-summer and hits rock bottom in early December.
That’s when demand drops. Prices drop. And smart DIYers swoop in. Just check out the seasonal trend on Google.
If fall makes you think of beards, flannel, and pumpkin spice lattes, great—just add teardrop trailer build to that mental list.
Final Thoughts
Fall isn’t just a season—it’s a strategy. We’ve built and supported hundreds of trailers over the years, and the ones that go smoothly? They almost always start in the fall.
You’ll get better prices, skip the backorders, and actually have fun with the process.
So if you’re thinking about starting your own teardrop trailer build, now’s the time.
Check out our free plans, explore complete trailer kits, or learn more about why teardrop campers are awesome.
The coffee’s hot. The sawdust is flying. Let’s build something great.
