What should I consider when choosing ford f150 bed size?
So last summer, I bought my Ford F150, and man, did it take me ages to pick the bed size. I thought I wanted the biggest one because who wouldn’t want all that room, right? But then I remembered my buddy has the big bed, and he can never park anywhere without doing a three-point turn.
Then there’s the whole “how much stuff do you really need to haul” thing. I mean, I just wanted to fit my mountain bike and some camping gear, not a freaking house. I got the 5.5-foot bed. And it’s been perfect for my weekend adventures and trips to Home Depot.
Do you need the longer bed? Or just enough for groceries and a weekend project? Think about what you’ll use it for, like are you into camping or hauling furniture? And also, what’s your parking situation like?
Just food for thought, don’t let the shiny options blind ya.
I’ve driven my buddy’s F150 with a short bed out in Colorado and I gotta say it feels nimble. But when I think about hauling stuff like lumber or furniture I have second thoughts. More space is usually better for those weekend projects.
But then again parking is a pain with the longer beds around town. Just depends on what you need it for really.
I ve gotta say I chose the 6.5 footer because I needed space for my kayak and gear. Living in BC it was a game changer. Small beds just don’t cut it.
I ve always been a fan of the F150 but choosing the bed size is a whole adventure. I remember my buddy in Texas opting for the longer bed thinking he needed it for hauling gear for his hunting trips. Turns out it was a pain to park.
I think about how I just need a mid size for weekend camping. Sometimes bigger isn’t better. Gotta keep the versatility in mind without losing ease of driving.
I ve got a camping trip coming up and size is everything. I went with a longer bed for more gear. Just makes sense.
Some friends swear by shorter ones for city driving but honestly I don’t see how you fit anything in those tiny spaces.
When I was picking my F150 in Texas I obsessed over the bed size forever. I have a 6.5 footer and it’s just right for hauling what I need but I ve regretted not going with the larger option. Friends up in Canada swear by the longer beds for winter gear. It’s totally about your style and needs honestly.
I’ve had a short bed for years and it’s such a hassle at Home Depot. Always too much stuff for the space.
Consider how you plan to use it. If you haul a lot of gear then a longer bed might be better.
Picking the right F150 bed size is tricky I’ve had a 5.5 ft for years in Texas and it fits my needs but I see friends with longer beds hauling stuff I can’t even think of moving. If you’re into camping or trades go for that longer bed. Makes a difference trust me.
man picking the right bed size for a Ford F150 can be tricky I lived in Texas and knew a few ranchers who swore by the longer bed for hauling stuff but honestly for city driving the shorter one is way easier to park
I’ve seen folks struggle with tight spaces and that short bed saved them a lot of headaches for my own needs I think storage and versatility are key factors but man it really just comes down to what your using it for
I’ve got a 2018 F150 with the 5.5-foot bed and it’s a perfect balance for me. I often haul stuff around Toronto and I’ve found it just the right size for city driving.
Larger beds just feel too bulky especially if you’re navigating tight parking spots. But if you’re carrying larger things often then go for the 6.5 or 8 foot bed.
Totally depends on your needs and lifestyle.
I remember when I was picking out my Ford F150 in Texas I was torn between the short bed and the long bed. I ve got a buddy who swears by the long bed for hauling his tools but I wanted something more versatile for weekend getaways.
Ultimately I settled on the standard bed and I think it s a sweet spot. Just enough space for gear without being too bulky. Size really matters depending on how you plan to use it.
Ive always found the bed size mattering more than folks think like when I moved last summer in Michigan it took forever with a short bed but man I also love tailgating and need space for the grill
Just some things to ponder you know not all beds are created equal
I’ve always gone with the shorter bed for my F150 cause parking in the city can be a hassle but if you’re hauling stuff or camping then a longer bed makes sense. Just depends on what you really need it for.
When I got my first F150 in Arizona I thought bigger the bed the better right. Turns out I ve mostly used it for weekend trips and hauling stuff for friends. If you’re doing serious work like construction go for the long bed. But if it’s just leisure activities the shorter bed might be easier to park. Just something to think about.
I ve had my F150 with a 6.5 bed for a couple years now in Michigan
for me its perfect for hauling stuff but sometimes it feels bulky
Choosing the right bed size for a Ford F150 is kinda tricky honestly I remember my buddy in Texas had the short bed and always complained about space while hauling stuff around.
I’ve found that if you’re into camping or moving furniture you might need the long bed. But if you’re mostly driving in the city the short one is easier.