![]() The Generation 2 Smittybilt Overlander Rooftop Tent is a good option whether you just like your space or you actually want to load four people into this tent. If you drive a small car, are shopping for a tent for a short-bed truck, or want to mount a rooftop tent on your truck cab, the Skycamp Mini 3.0 is one of the best options available.Ĭheck out our full review of the iKamper Skycamp Mini 3.0.Ī goliath of a rooftop tent, Smittybilt’s Gen 2 Overlander Tent XL ($1,632) sleeps four and costs less than other RTTs, but it requires more initial assembly. Options include an annex or awning, storage racks, and bracket locks that secure the closing straps. ![]() You can also personalize your iKamper Skycamp Mini 3.0 with accessories. For higher crossbars, use iKamper’s version 1.0 mounting brackets. The Skycamp Mini mounts to a roof rack with iKamper’s quick-to-tighten version 3.0 brackets that are compatible with a broad range of crossbar sizes. No matter which finish you choose, the 3.0’s shell is made from insulated, fiber-reinforced, double-layer plastic that’s soundproof and condensation-resistant. The Skycamp Mini 3.0 gives customers a choice of tent shell finishes. On other tents, when the ladder leans against the tent, the ladder rungs are angled. This makes climbing the ladder both safer and more comfortable than climbing other rooftop tent ladders. With the ladder attached to the tent, its rungs run parallel to the ground. To get into the tent, climb iKamper’s integrated telescoping ladder. But if you don’t, buy a softer aftermarket mattress and swap it out. If you like a firm mattress, you’ll love this setup. A 2.25-inch firm polyfoam mattress rests on top of the honeycomb floor. The base of the tent is made with honeycomb aluminum panels that capture air for extra insulation. And because there’s no vinyl coating on the tent or the fly, this tent is more breathable with less condensation than many others. In a storm, you’ll appreciate the fly’s waterproof zippers. The fly detaches for better airflow and uninterrupted views. The Skycamp Mini 3.0 is made from breathable blackout polycotton canvas with a waterproof polyester rainfly. Plus, the sidewalls, front, and ceiling of the tent all have oversize canopy windows for weather-protected airflow and great views. The quilting helps manage condensation, while the world map inspires tent dwellers to dream up their next adventure. That wall is lined with a quilted panel printed with a world map. The Skycamp Mini’s ($3,699) hardshell cover flips open to become one wall of the tent, the only wall without a window. It’s also one of the easiest rooftop tents to deploy - setup takes less than a minute, and so does takedown. This aerodynamic and lightweight rooftop tent will fit any car you want to put it on, right down to a Mini Cooper. Most Compatible with Additional Mounts: Thule Tepui Foothill.Best 3-Person Rooftop Tent Tent: Yakima SkyRise HD.Best for Headroom: Roofnest Sparrow EYE.Best Budget Rooftop Tent: Smittybilt Gen 2 Overlander Tent XL.Best Rooftop Tent for Small Cars: iKamper Skycamp 3.0 Mini.Scroll through to see all of our recommended models. Rooftop tents are all pricier than even the plushest backpacking tent, but if you’re able to invest, you won’t regret it. But some tents work for almost every car or truck. Not every rooftop tent fits every vehicle or every budget. ![]() ![]() Multiply that effort if you have more than one dog. And, for those who make nighttime visits to the loo, there’s a ladder to negotiate between you and relief (unless you’re willing to get creative).Īlso, if your dog gets to share the human bed, practice your one-handed ladder climb before you attempt to hoist them up. The drawbacks: Unlike a ground tent or a tow-behind camper, when your tent is on your roof, you have to break camp before you drive away. Plus, RTTs offer a bird’s-eye view of your surroundings, airflow that’s unheard of in a ground tent, protection (and peace of mind), and generally superior comfort for sleeping. In general, we’ve found that rooftop tent (RTT) sleeping feels safer and more secure than sleeping in a tent on the ground. If you’ve never slept in a rooftop tent, it’s hard to imagine how different it is from sleeping in a traditional tent. ![]()
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