Blacksford

What Blacksford does

Blacksford is a privately held, founder-owned premium RV rental company headquartered in Belgrade, Montana, operating four physical rental hubs in the western United States — Bozeman (Yellowstone gateway), Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Seattle — each offering complimentary airport pickup and drop-off and one-way rental capability between locations. Its fleet consists of seven Class B campervans and Class C motorhomes from Winnebago, Nexus, and Thor, including the Solis PX (Class B pop-top), EKKO (AWD Class C with solar/lithium), View 24D/24J (Mercedes Sprinter Class C), Sunflyer 24GG, Quantum LC28, and Triumph 24TS/29T, with a stated cadence of 30 new RVs added annually and a 12-month average fleet age.

The core product is a bundled rental experience that differentiates on transparency versus traditional RV rental competitors: nightly rates of roughly $100-$300 per vehicle (with all-in trip costs of $250-$600+) include unlimited mileage, unlimited generator use on equipped models, bedding, towels, cookware, kitchen essentials, camp chairs, fresh water and full fuel tanks, and 24/7 on-trip support via phone, text, and WhatsApp. Auxiliary revenue streams include tiered protection/insurance packages (Basic, Essential, Premium), a $50/day pet fee, a flat $69 Generali-backed damage coverage product, an optional Luxury RV Adventure Package bundling pre-booked campgrounds and grocery stocking, and 10% discounts for trips over 10 days or returning customers.

The company serves primarily leisure travelers and families visiting U.S. national parks (Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Glacier, Grand Canyon, Zion, Utah Mighty Five, Olympic, Mount Rainier), with explicit programs for first-time RVers, international tourists (UK, Brazil, UAE, Panama), large/multi-generational groups, and a commissioned Travel Advisors B2B channel. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via blacksford.com with phone/email and WhatsApp support, supplemented by travel-advisor, affiliate, and influencer referral programs. Founded around 2018-2019 and bootstrapped apart from a small disclosed $25,000 seed round, Blacksford reports 700+ annual customer trips and 400+ five-star reviews, with earned media in Forbes, Travel + Leisure, Luxury Travel Magazine, and The New York Times.

Name

Blacksford

Legal name

Blacksford

Website

https://blacksford.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Blacksford is a founder-owned premium RV rental company operating four western-U.S. hubs (Bozeman, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Seattle) that rents new Winnebago, Nexus, and Thor Class B and C motorhomes to leisure travelers visiting U.S. national parks, with all-inclusive bundled pricing and 24/7 trip support.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

NAICS

Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (532120), Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (53212), Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

SIC

Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510)

akta.pro primary industry

Motorhome / RV Rentals (Class A & Class C) (THADAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Campervan Rentals (Class B / Converted Vans) (THADAIAA), Long-Term / Seasonal RV Rentals (THADAIAF)

Keywords

• RV rentals
• Campervan rentals
• Motorhome rentals
• Road trip rentals
• Vacation vehicle rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Belgrade

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Daily RV Rental Fees: Blacksford charges daily rental fees for its fleet of Class B campervans and Class C motorhomes. Pricing varies by model (Solis PX, EKKO, View, Sunflyer, Quantum, Triumph 24TS, Triumph 29T), location (Bozeman, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Seattle), and season. Most individual vehicle nightly rates start around $100-$300, with total trip costs (including insurance, taxes, campground fees, fuel) typically ranging from $250-$600+ per night.
2. Protection & Insurance Packages: Blacksford offers Basic ($1,500 deductible, state minimum liability, $1M comprehensive/collision), Essential ($1,500 deductible, roadside included), and Premium Peace of Mind ($1,500 deductible, $1M liability, windshield coverage, accident interruption, concierge) packages. Roadside assistance at $14/day is required.
3. Pet Fees: Well-behaved dogs under 75 pounds are permitted for $50/day (max $250 per rental), plus a $2,000 refundable security deposit. A $500 cleaning fee applies if pet causes damage.
4. Extended Rental Discounts: 10% discount on prevailing daily rate for reservations over 10 days and for returning customers. Larger discounts may be offered for long-term rentals on a case-by-case basis.
5. RV Rental Damage Coverage (Generali): Flat one-time $69 fee provides up to $1,500 coverage for interior accidental damages to the RV while parked during the rental period.
6. Travel Planning Assistance: Customer trip planning assistance available for a fee, as noted on the international guests page.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Blacksford rents a premium fleet of Class B campervans and Class C motorhomes (Winnebago, Thor, Nexus brands) from four U.S. hubs, with all-inclusive daily pricing that bundles unlimited mileage, generator use, free airport pickup/drop-off, bedding, kitchenware, and 24/7 trip support. The fleet averages 12 months in age, with 30 new RVs added annually, and includes models ranging from a compact pop-top campervan (Solis PX) to large 8-sleeper motorhomes (Triumph 29T). Optional Luxury RV Adventure Packages layer on curated itineraries, pre-booked campgrounds, grocery stocking, and concierge-style perks.

Product overview

Blacksford is a premium RV rental company offering a fleet of Class B campervans and Class C motorhomes from Winnebago, Thor, and Nexus brands. The product portfolio includes seven distinct RV models ranging from compact Class B campervans (Solis PX, EKKO) to mid-size and full-size Class C motorhomes (Sunflyer 24GG, View 24D/24J, Quantum LC28, Triumph 24TS, Triumph 29T). All rentals include unlimited mileage, generator use, free airport pickup/drop-off, and fully stocked interiors with bedding, kitchen gear, and camp chairs. The company also offers an optional Luxury RV Adventure Package that bundles premium trip planning, campground reservations, and travel perks with RV rentals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Winnebago Solis PX Class B campervan with pop-top roof, sleeps 4, built on a Ram Promaster chassis with a V6 gas engine. Features a Murphy bed, pop-top sleeping area, wet bath with cassette toilet, propane cooktop, 30-amp electric system, and gas generator. Designed for small families and couples seeking a compact RV for national-park road trips.
• Winnebago EKKO AWD pop-top campervan, sleeps 4, built on a Ford Transit chassis with a V6 gas engine. Features twin beds convertible to a queen, pop-top bed, complete kitchen, private bathroom with pivoting shower and flush toilet, and a TV with HDMI and Blu-ray. Powered by a 330-amp system with solar panel and lithium batteries in place of a generator for off-grid camping.
• Winnebago Sunflyer 24GG Class C motorhome, sleeps 4-5, built on a Ford chassis with a V8 gas engine. Features a convertible king bed, over-cab bunk, convertible dinette, full-size bathroom with separate shower, full galley kitchen with convection microwave/air fryer, and rear storage garage. Designed for couples or small families wanting Class C space.
• Winnebago View 24D/24J Class C motorhome available in two layouts (24D with Murphy bed, 24J with rear corner bed), sleeps 4-5, built on a Mercedes-Benz Diesel Sprinter chassis. Features a private bathroom with shower, over-cab bunk, slide-out, dual solar panels, and a premium kitchen with induction and propane burners. Designed for travelers prioritizing drivability and off-grid capability.
• Thor Quantum LC28 Class C motorhome for large groups, sleeps 7, built on a Ford E Series chassis with a 7.3L V8 gas engine. Features three sleeping spaces (queen bed, cabover bunk, convertible dinette/sofa), a premium kitchen with 3-burner cooktop and oven, private bathroom with spacious shower, and two Smart TVs with HDMI and streaming capabilities. Targeted at extended families and group travelers.
• Nexus Triumph 24TS Compact Class C motorhome, sleeps 5, built on a Ford E-350 chassis with a 7.3L V8 gas engine. Features a rear corner queen bed, cab-over bunk, convertible dinette, full kitchen with oven and 3-burner stove, private bathroom with shower and skylight, and an outdoor shower. Suitable for couples or small families wanting a balance of size and maneuverability.
• Nexus Triumph 29T Full-size Class C motorhome, sleeps 8, built on a Ford E-450 chassis with a 7.3L V8 gas engine. Features two slide-outs, a private bedroom with king-size bed, over-cab bunk, hide-a-bed sofa, fully equipped kitchen with 3-burner stove and oven, large bathroom, and a 40-inch TV in the living room. Designed for large groups and multi-generational trips.
• Luxury RV Adventure Packages Curated RV trip packages to national parks that bundle pre-booked campgrounds, personalized itineraries, waived fees, early pickup/late return, complimentary grocery stocking, a firewood bundle, and local craft beer. Available with the Nexus Triumph 24TS or 29T rentals and targeted at customers who want a turnkey, concierge-style RV vacation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 700+ annual customer trips completed
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA)minorOthersBlacksford is a member of the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), a global network of adventure travel operators. ATTA membership signals industry credibility and connects Blacksford with other adventure travel businesses, tour operators, and travel media.
• RV Dealers Association (RVDA)minorOthersBlacksford is a dealer member of the RV Dealers Association (RVDA), the North American trade association representing RV dealerships. RVDA membership provides access to industry standards, best practices, and dealer networks.
• Travel Advisors (B2B Partner Program)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBlacksford has a dedicated Travel Advisors program offering commission-based partnerships for travel agents and booking companies that arrange RV travel for their clients. The program is designed to support international guests and complex multi-destination bookings.
• Travel Advisors / Tour OperatorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBlacksford works with travel agents and tour operators (including international operators) who book RV vacations for their clients, paying commissions based on annual volume. This channel is key for reaching international tourists and group travelers.
• Affiliate PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBlacksford operates an Affiliate Program that allows partners to earn commissions by referring customers to the company's RV rental services.
• InfluencersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBlacksford has a dedicated Influencer Program for travel content creators and social media influencers to promote the company's RV rentals, leveraging their audiences to drive customer referrals.
• Generali (RV Rental Damage Coverage)minorOthersBlacksford offers an RV Rental Damage Coverage plan through Generali, a flat $69 one-time fee that covers accidental interior damages up to $1,500 during the rental period. This partnership allows Blacksford to protect renters' security deposits and process claims through Generali's system.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Outdoorsy: Outdoorsy is the largest peer-to-peer RV rental marketplace in North America, connecting private RV owners with renters across thousands of locations. It is comparable to Blacksford because they both serve the U.S. RV rental segment, but Outdoorsy operates at vastly broader scale and via a marketplace model rather than its own fleet, putting it both in competition and as a substitute distribution channel.
• RVshare: RVshare is a peer-to-peer RV rental marketplace operating across the United States with a broad inventory of motorhomes and travel trailers. It competes with Blacksford for the same leisure-traveler and family trip segment and overlaps with Blacksford's national-park gateway markets.
• Cruise America: Cruise America is the largest traditional RV rental operator in North America, with a fleet of Class C motorhomes rented at dozens of locations. It is directly comparable to Blacksford in offering Class C RVs (though without Class B campervans) and competes at the lower-price end of the family road-trip segment that Blacksford also serves.

Direct peers

• Road Bear RV: Road Bear RV is a premium Class B and Class C motorhome rental operator with hubs across the U.S. including western gateways (Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles). It is a direct peer of Blacksford because both rent Winnebago-style Class B/C vehicles with similar bed-and-breakfast-level service to leisure travelers exploring national parks.
• El Monte RV: El Monte RV is an established Class A and Class C motorhome rental brand with western U.S. locations, including gateways near the same national parks Blacksford serves. It directly overlaps with Blacksford's mid-size Class C motorhome rental offering and target customer (family road-trip travelers).
• Apollo Motorhome Holidays: Apollo/Mighty Campers is a global RV rental brand operating Class B and Class C campervans and motorhomes in the U.S. and other countries. It is a direct peer because both rent late-model campervans/motorhomes to international and domestic travelers from western U.S. locations, often via travel advisors.
• Escape Campervans: Escape Campervans is a campervan rental company operating at multiple U.S. locations (Las Vegas, San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles) with hand-painted vans targeted at younger travelers. It is directly comparable to Blacksford's Class B campervan offering, particularly at the Las Vegas hub where both serve park-bound travelers.

Emerging players

• Motel 6 / Outdoor Adventures Equivalent: Indie Campers is a fast-growing European-origin campervan rental operator expanding in the U.S. with a network of locations including western markets. It competes with Blacksford's Class B campervan line for the same younger, adventure-traveling demographic and overlaps in airport-based pick-up models.
• Lost Campers: Lost Campers is a smaller boutique campervan rental operator with western U.S. rental hubs catering to road-trippers. It is an emerging peer because both Blacksford and Lost Campers compete in Class B van rentals at western gateway cities, though Lost Campers operates at a smaller scale.

Others

• Tourism & Travel Trade Association: The Adventure Travel Trade Association is the global membership organization for adventure travel operators. Blacksford is a member and relies on ATTA-affiliated travel advisors for international bookings; this is an adjacent ecosystem peer rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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