Looking at a new RV can be dangerous for the wallet. For Joe from RVingWithJoe, a quick stop at Fraserway RV in Abbotsford, British Columbia, to see a 4×4 motorhome turned into a serious rethink about his current Ember travel trailer. The 2026 No Boundaries (NOBO) NB19.3 checked so many boxes that Joe had to ask himself whether he would still buy an Ember today or move to a NOBO.
Why the Ember won, back in 2022
Back in 2022, Joe chose an Ember for three main reasons:
- Heavy-duty construction that could handle rough British Columbia roads, including potholes, washboard, and water bars. He had already bent multiple axles on past trailers and wanted something tougher.
- No rubber roof. Branches had torn the rubber roof on his last RV, so a different roof material was high on the list.
- CURT independent suspension. After dealing with bent axles before, independent suspension was non‑negotiable.
He looked at NOBO, Geo Pro, Black Series, and wanted to see the Winnebago Hike, but local availability in B.C. pushed him toward Ember. He no longer lived in California with endless dealer options, so buying local mattered.
During that visit to Fraserway RV in Abbotsford, the new 2026 No Boundaries NB19.3 caught his eye. It is a double-axle, off-road-capable travel trailer with CURT independent suspension, which NOBO calls Beast Mode.
Inside the NOBO NB19.3
The first surprise inside the NOBO NB19.3 is how open it feels even without a slide. The layout is tight and efficient, but not cramped.
Up front sits a true 60-by-80-inch residential Murphy queen bed, not an RV short queen. By day, it folds up to reveal a sofa with:
- End tables on both sides
- USB-C and standard outlets
- Overhead cabinets and hanging wardrobes with motion lighting
- Small cubbies for glasses, phones, a CPAP, or a water bottle
For a bunk model, the kitchen is generous:
- Large 12-volt refrigerator that cools quickly
- Convection microwave with an air fryer function instead of a full oven
- Deep single-bowl sink with residential faucet and a built-in cup washer
- Several drawers, overhead cabinets, and a cabinet under the sink
- Flip-up counter extension for extra prep space
The dinette is sturdy, converts to a bed, and both benches have storage underneath. A large window beside the table opens for airflow. Overhead cabinets use hidden hinges and magnetic latches to keep doors closed on rough roads. A 12-volt TV on a swivel can face either the dinette or the Murphy bed.
In the back, there are double-over-double bunks, each 44 by 74 inches. They are large enough for adults, and each bunk gets its own light, window, and USB port.
The bottom bunk flips up to reveal a rear adventure door. That opening makes it easy to slide in bikes, chairs, or fishing gear from outside, similar to the rear space Joe likes in his Ember.
The bathroom is fairly large for a narrow trailer. It has a functional vanity, storage, a medicine cabinet, and an upgraded shower enclosure with good headroom.
Key systems in the NOBO NB19.3
- Four-speed high-power fan with a rain cover
- On-demand tankless water heater for continuous hot water
- 15,000 BTU air conditioner
- Enclosed and heated underbelly lined with foil
- 12-volt tank heating pads for cold weather
There are motion-activated lights and USB-C ports spread around the inside and outside of the trailer. Up on the roof, this model carried a couple of solar panels.
Exterior
The NOBO uses a welded aluminum frame with laminated walls that include Azdel composite panels. The roof is a fully walkable PVC surface. Cargo doors use slam latches, and there is night lighting plus a hot and cold outside spray port.
All-terrain tires come with a tire pressure monitoring system. Underneath, the CURT independent suspension in Beast Mode trim is the big draw for Joe. That setup is what first sold him on Ember, and seeing it on the NOBO is what makes him take this trailer so seriously for off-pavement trips.
If he owned this floor plan, Joe admits he would likely remove the bunks to create a more open rear space, similar to the flexible area in his current trailer.
He is more mixed on the tankless water heater. For full hookups at RV parks, endless hot water sounds great. For boondocking, water use still has to stay low, so long showers are not realistic. His current Truma unit is only about 2.5 gallons, but it is efficient and works well off-grid. He did not see any recirculation system in the NOBO, which would be needed for true long hot showers without wasting water.
Ember vs. No Boundaries today
If Ember and NOBO were both available locally at similar prices, Joe says he would still lean a bit toward Ember. He likes the Ember Overland look and the exoskeleton-style build that feels overbuilt for rough travel. He has even seen photos of an Ember tipped on its side that still held its shape.
His real-world towing with CURT’s independent suspension has also changed how he thinks about build strength. The ride is so smooth that a soda can left on the counter often stays put between stops. He once tried to film how rough the ride was with stuffed animals inside, and they barely moved, so he had to switch to loose balls to show motion.
If Joe could buy an Ember and a NOBO from local dealers at roughly the same price, Ember would still be his pick. Right now, with no local Ember dealer, he would choose the NOBO NB19.3 for the mix of CURT independent suspension, off-road focus, and service support close to home.
He sees NOBO as a solid brand backed by large parent companies, and he stresses that every RV will need some warranty work. What matters most is having a good dealer, testing everything early, and getting issues documented and fixed while under warranty.
For anyone shopping today, his biggest piece of advice is simple: Whatever trailer they pick, they should try to get one with CURT independent suspension, whether that badge says Ember or NOBO.
Learn more about NOBO travel trailers here.
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RVDT2787
I think the tankless water heaters, maybe like the 12 volt refrigerators are being forced on the buyer because they are cheaper. Tankless may be ok in a home, but not in an RV (my opinion). Also, my big issue in campers is the sub-standard plumbing. Proper plumbing was not addressed in either of these campers.