R1T First Impressions

[Wokka1827]

Hi everyone - I somewhat new to the forum, I’ve posted here and there but wanted to say a “formal” hi now that I’ve had the truck for around a month. I come from the 2021 F-150 Powerboost cadre, which I loved, but couldn’t resist the unbelievable deals that were on the 2023 - El Cap Granite, Dark All Terrain, Max Battery package. In the last month, I have done my usual highway commuting, off road adventured by Big Bear, gone camping and hauled generic garden waste… and I have been impressed at not only the capability of the truck compared to my last truck, but it’s shown me what I’ve missed out on from being so naive about “electric” - despite some typical problems that you can expect in any modern electronic dependent vehicle it’s been fantastic!! In particular the off roading, it was faultless and the ride was great! Anyway, long story short, I know some people will always pick at the small stuff and have something to say (no doubt I’ll have my moment I’m sure) but overall… wow! Plus it fits in my short garage! Hi everyone again, and look forward to the interactions.

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[moosetags]

Welcome to the Forums. We're glad to have you with us. We have had Opal (our R1T) for a year and a half and still love it. We still have our Silverado Duramax for long hauls.

Brian

 

[Marchin_MTB]

Welcome to the forum. The 20” darks look great with the El Cap! Wishing you many trouble free miles with your truck.

 

[Ooloo Pebs]

Hi everyone - I somewhat new to the forum, I’ve posted here and there but wanted to say a “formal” hi now that I’ve had the truck for around a month. I come from the 2021 F-150 Powerboost cadre, which I loved, but couldn’t resist the unbelievable deals that were on the 2023 - El Cap Granite, Dark All Terrain, Max Battery package. In the last month, I have done my usual highway commuting, off road adventured by Big Bear, gone camping and hauled generic garden waste… and I have been impressed at not only the capability of the truck compared to my last truck, but it’s shown me what I’ve missed out on from being so naive about “electric” - despite some typical problems that you can expect in any modern electronic dependent vehicle it’s been fantastic!! In particular the off roading, it was faultless and the ride was great! Anyway, long story short, I know some people will always pick at the small stuff and have something to say (no doubt I’ll have my moment I’m sure) but overall… wow! Plus it fits in my short garage! Hi everyone again, and look forward to the interactions.

Congrats, and I love the blue tinge of El Cap in the sun!

 

[Mark_AZR1T]

Welcome to Rivian Life and the Rivian Family! There were/are some great deals hanging out there! Enjoy the Adventure!

 

[BigE1923]

Welcome and congrats! I celebrate my first month of ownership next Monday - been awesome, hope it’s the same for you!

 

[1Insight]

Hi everyone - I somewhat new to the forum, I’ve posted here and there but wanted to say a “formal” hi now that I’ve had the truck for around a month. I come from the 2021 F-150 Powerboost cadre, which I loved, but couldn’t resist the unbelievable deals that were on the 2023 - El Cap Granite, Dark All Terrain, Max Battery package. In the last month, I have done my usual highway commuting, off road adventured by Big Bear, gone camping and hauled generic garden waste… and I have been impressed at not only the capability of the truck compared to my last truck, but it’s shown me what I’ve missed out on from being so naive about “electric” - despite some typical problems that you can expect in any modern electronic dependent vehicle it’s been fantastic!! In particular the off roading, it was faultless and the ride was great! Anyway, long story short, I know some people will always pick at the small stuff and have something to say (no doubt I’ll have my moment I’m sure) but overall… wow! Plus it fits in my short garage! Hi everyone again, and look forward to the interactions.

 

[1Insight]

I have had mine for almost three months same color and battery configuration. I have just over 3,100 logged in and so far zero complaints. Love driving it enjoy the recharging at night and no need to hit a gas station. Couple things to adjust to being I use to wash my windshield whenever I got gas. I now carry glass cleaner and towel in the Frunk so I can clean on trips. Also getting use to no key just phone access stop park and walk away has been a nice adjustment. Love it so far.

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