When Supertramp Campers first appeared on the overland scene in 2017, the Colorado builder quickly earned a reputation for doing things differently. Instead of relying on traditional aluminum framing and wood construction, Supertramp committed early to fully composite camper bodies—lighter, stronger, and far more resistant to the moisture problems that have plagued RVs for decades. From its production facility in Golden, Colorado, Supertramp has steadily refined its in-house composite process, building a loyal following among overlanders who value durability and thoughtful design in equal measure.
Now the company is expanding its lineup with the all-new Paragon, a chassis-mounted camper designed to bridge the gap between traditional slide-in truck campers and full expedition builds while offering a compelling alternative to adventure vans. Unlike slide-ins that drop into a factory bed, Paragon is built on a bed-delete Ford F-350 chassis. The approach lowers the center of gravity while preserving interior volume, resulting in a platform that delivers both long-range capability and everyday usability. Depending on configuration, the finished truck and camper combination targets a dry weight between 9,000 and 11,500 pounds.
Paragon boasts a seven-foot interior ceiling height, more than 120 cubic feet of storage, a north/south king bed, a full cab pass-through, and an optional wet bath. The rear dinette is emblematic of Supertramp’s design-forward philosophy: a three-way convertible layout that transforms from an L-shaped couch into a full dinette or an additional bed, allowing Paragon to comfortably sleep four—an intentional move toward family-friendly overland travel. That family focus isn’t accidental. Founders Keith and Kelsey Panich are entering a new phase of life themselves, and Paragon reflects a desire to build a camper that can evolve with its owners over time rather than serve a single season of adventure.
Like all of Supertramp’s lineup, underneath the comfort lies serious systems engineering, continuing an emphasis on proven, serviceable components with nationwide support. Electrical systems are built around Victron hardware, powered by 270 amp-hours of heated Battle Born lithium batteries as standard, with optional capacity up to 1,080 amp-hours. Roof-mounted solar delivers 660 watts standard, expandable to 1,460 watts with external blankets, supported by up to 100A DC-to-DC charging and 100A shore power. A 3,000-watt inverter comes standard, and air conditioning is optional. Heating and hot water are handled by Truma’s Combi system, while refrigeration duties fall to Isotherm—choices that underscore Supertramp’s emphasis on durability and field serviceability.
To ensure the chassis matches the camper’s mission, Supertramp partnered with Carli Suspension to develop custom-valved shocks that enhance both on-road composure and off-pavement control without compromising the integrity of the factory suspension platform. Paragon carries an introductory starting price of $189,000, with pricing expected to increase slightly after launch. The fully finished production model will make its public debut later this year at Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, and customer deliveries are expected to begin after the launch event.
For a company that built its reputation on composite innovation and real-world testing in the Rockies, Paragon represents a natural evolution: a purpose-built, American-made platform aimed squarely at overlanders who want van-like livability without sacrificing the capability and serviceability of a truck-based expedition rig.
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