Naturnest Roof Top Tent: One of the Cheapest and Best Roof Top Tents on Amazon?!?
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- čas přidán 3. 07. 2024
- In this video, I'm going to show you the features and give you my thoughts on the Naturenest Roof Top Tent. I've spent about 20 nights in it so far, so I've got a good idea of the pros and cons at this point.
For a really reasonable pricepoint (about $1500-1600 shipped), this is a great option for folks looking for the benefits of a hard shell clam style roof top tent.
Again, check out the full video for all the info!
If you want your own Naturenest RTT, here's a link to the tent I have: amzn.to/3O2GCl0
Here's the other variant of the tent with the awning just off the back if you prefer: amzn.to/3O2tw7a
A few people have asked about mattress upgrades. Here are two I can confirm work.
So, if you want one that fills the tent completely the Sea to Summit is super comfy. It's also on sale for 25% off on Amazon right now but I'm not sure for how long: amzn.to/3UF58ga
I mostly go solo, so I'm currently using a Hest Foamy Wide Mattress (78" by 30"): bit.ly/4dMvunv
And here's a link to the patch panel I attached inside the tent: amzn.to/45tYDPD
Here's a link to a ladder bag that I picked up to keep the inside of my tent clean: amzn.to/3sLHqmz
Here's the sleeping bag I keep in it: amzn.to/3Za4M1j
Here's a small camping pillow that I like that would fit: amzn.to/3QZzDLU
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Saw this in Amazon, looked it up on CZcams and found your video. Weighing my options, but this o tent is probably what I'm going to go with. Thanks for covering it in detail. Awesome stuff.
Awesome. Glad it was helpful!
Excellent review and info! Very helpful. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful, thanks!
Very informative video. Thank you for taking the time to make and post.
No problem!
Great review. Thanks! I'm about to purchase one.
Nice! They’re really great for the money!
I bought this tent because of this video!! Awesome job! Thanks!!!!
No problem! Glad it was helpful!
Following!!
Thanks for your review. 😀
Still loving it, :D.
Just installed one of these on my Land Cruiser - I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the fabrics, stitching and features. The awning coverage was what drew me to it as well.
Nice! They are great for the money!
Considered this RTT, but ended up with Inspired Overland 87lb RTT for $1299. Absolutely love it, weight was a big deciding factor for me between the two.
Makes sense! I don't really notice the weight up there, but I've got sway bars on the truck still so if/when I remove those it may become more noticeable.
Love a good budget video
The more money I save, the more gear I can buy, 😂.
Catching up on videos, but love the new intro🔥
Appreciate it dude!
Nice looking tent. Like the new intro!
Thanks and thanks!
Awesome looking for a new tent i really like this one, thanks for taking the time to share your tent with use. Right now i have the Roam Vegabond and i want something with a lower profile and easier to set up the room is kina a pain on top of my truck i gotta climb all around it to close and open it everytime.
No problem! Glad it was helpful!
GREAT VIDEO!!!! You covered everything! Very concise and to the point without a bunch of "war stories" I truly appreciate product reviews like yours and wish more people would be as to the point as you are. Only one question can bedding be left in there when closing? Thank you for your video!
Thanks so much! I actually made a follow up video because I got a lot of questions about bedding and how it opens and closes. Here's a link to that if you it helps! czcams.com/video/jQ3eRICSTP0/video.html
Would have been nice to watch you set it up and take it down
Good call. I can do that in a future video. It’s so fast and easy that I just didn’t show it, but I can make another video pretty easily!
Maybe a CZcams Short
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FYI, I'm premiering an update video at 6:30PM EST tonight showing the tent opening, closing, plus the bedding that will fit in it and some tips for making opening and closing even easier. Here's a link to that premier: czcams.com/video/jQ3eRICSTP0/video.htmlsi=nSbY-npbU27Nhaak
There's plenty of videos that show the opening and closing
I got my NatureNest in March and have 15 nights overland camping in it. It's a terrific product, and why anyone would spend another $2,000 for essentially the same RTT is beyond me. I am 5'11" and I sleep comfortably. Above 6'2" any wedge shaped RTT may be a challenge (unless you're sleeping alone in it, then plenty of room to lay on the diagonal). Rest assured, this is a quality product which I never take off my roof.
I am 6' even, and I was wondering about just that...how comfortable will it be for me. My back of the envelope calcs say it should sort of just so work, but hearing (reading) first hand is better. Thanks!
Good to hear another person's loving it! Agree on the height thing too. Thanks!
I think you should be fine. I'm 6'2" and my feet just touch the bottom and I sleep with my feet basically in the middle with my head in the corner and I sleep fine.
@@AllThingsOverlanding can someone that is 6'2 fit comfortably with another person? is it long enough or would I need to curl up? I dont really want to curl lol. Thanks!
@@wclementi Good question. I’m 6’2” and I just fit. My feet touch the bottom but they’re not crunched or anything and I’ve shared the tent with the wife with no problems. When I’m by myself I move my feet over a foot (sleep slightly diagonal) and they don’t touch at all. So, it’s close but it’s worked for me!
I'm giant sized, and married with a kid now... but I used to rock roof top tents up until a few years ago. I WISH this tent was around back then. 😂 This looks like a great option for that price!
I'm really loving it!
Wow look at you go you’re on your third roof. Top tent looks good. Also looks like it’s a good quality tent.😊😊
Yep, three rigs, three roof top tents, haha.
All you tube people do this?
Otherwise, you tube makers run out of content?
Looks like a nice, affordable RTT for the trip and for folks that want to try one out without breaking the bank!
Agreed!
Wow…I have the CVT Mt Hood and, no complaints about the CVT except that it costs about 2x what this one does and it’s virtually identical! Of course, this one wasn’t out/available when I got mine 20 months ago so all I can say is that: if you’re considering a hardshell rtt, this one looks like a great option!
Thanks! That was kind of my thought as I was looking at some of those bigger name tents but then I saw this one and I've spent about 30 nights in it at this point and it's doing great!
Man, I do love my DesertArmor tent, especially because it came with winter insulation panels, but I certainly don't love that it doesn't have the modular channels to mount things, nor does it have cargo bars.
Those are great tents. This thing definitely packs a lot of features though for a budget price.
Wow...i recently sold my mint ikamper mini and what i lost in resale is the cost of this one. I'll be getting this one as the wedge style is way better. Ikamper was king for years but glad theres less expensive options now. Just like many products the improved vertions eventually become available
True, the market seems to be dragging down the price on these things pretty quickly.
Great review, love the simple open/close operation. Can you tell me how far apart the attachment rails on the underside are? And how are they attached to the floor, bolts, rivets? Thanks.
Thanks! The attachment rails are bolted through the floor and I'd say they're about 30ish" apart.
Thank you for a good walk-a-round. I'am very impressed with the features and quality. Do you have a video on the set-up perhaps? Or can recommend one please? Thanks for sharing. New subscriber here from Michigan.
Welcome to the channel and thanks so much! I don't, but you're about the third person to ask about it, so I'll make a new video showing the setup and teardown of the tent ASAP! It deploys super quickly and easily and goes down really easily too. The only kind of tricky part is tucking in all the fabric, but I just stand on my tailgate and it makes it pretty easy. I'll get a video shot ASAP!
FYI, I'm premiering an update video at 6:30PM EST tonight showing the tent opening, closing, plus the bedding that will fit in it and some tips for making opening and closing even easier. Here's a link to that premier: czcams.com/video/jQ3eRICSTP0/video.htmlsi=nSbY-npbU27Nhaak
Great review. Just ordered one. Also. I’d like to know about the third brake light installed on your rack. I need one.
Thanks! Glad it was helpful! I bet you’re talking about my strobe bar on the rack. You could probably find something similar with third brake light functionality but I use it for visibility when it’s super foggy or rusty on trail. Here’s a video with more info on it: Nilight 35" Strobe Light Bar: Added Safety and Visibility on a Budget!
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Thanks for putting out this video. Seems like a great quality, fairly priced RTT. Now that you've had it a while, any issues crop up? Have you had any water intrusion. when it was folded up, ie driving in rain? Thanks.
Hey there, nope! I've spent over 30 nights in it at this point and it's still doing great. No leaks, everything is still functioning fine. I'm loving it, honestly.
Would love to see a review after a heavy rain. Also, how is the stitching? I always find that is the first point to fail on budget gear?
The stitching is great! And I actually used it in the Badlands in a hail storm. It did great! If it helps, here's a little snippet of that storm that I posted as a reel on Insta: instagram.com/reel/Cu6_6NlAAo4/
And heavy wind???
Great job on the video bro. How long is the ladder, 7.5 or 8.5?
Good question! It's 7.5' long. And thanks!
you have a V shape tent, ground or roof, get the kind with a bug screen little window at the point of the lower V. Air comes in and goes through the whole tent that way.
Haven't had any trouble with airflow through the tent, but definitely agree with that style of tent for more foot room. Stay tuned because I actually have something in the works that will be like that...
mine shipped from China in took about 7 weeks as I recall. but arrived with no damage and in great packaging.
Congrats! I'm still loving it after about 45 nights over the last 6 months or so. It's holding up great.
@@AllThingsOverlanding I am itching to use mine but it’s a little bit chilly up here in Canada right now and wet. I don’t know if I want to go out.
@@THENEWWRANGLER I camped in mine last night and it was high 20s low 30s here and it did great. It’s actually pretty warm when you zip up all the windows.
@@AllThingsOverlanding that sounds encouraging
Thanks for the review. This seem like a really nice RTT for the price. Could you tell me the depth of the mounting rails underneath? I’d like to make sure they’ll clear my side awning attached to my rack.
Sure! They're about an inch tall. It's done great so far for the 20 or so nights I've spent in it.
@@AllThingsOverlandingthank you!
Nice review! Looks great. Any idea if that rain fly/awning zips off or is it permanently attached? Was thinking it would be nice to be able to leave it off you wanted.
So, the rain fly doesn't seem to zip off, but interestingly, the entire fabric portion of the tent does have a zipper that runs the length of the thing, which to me indicates that the fabric would be easily replaceable if you ever got a burn hole or tear in the fabric.
FYI, I'm premiering an update video at 6:30PM EST tonight showing the tent opening, closing, plus the bedding that will fit in it and some tips for making opening and closing even easier. I do touch on the awning and the zip out fabric in the video too if it helps to see more detail! Here's a link to that premier: czcams.com/video/jQ3eRICSTP0/video.htmlsi=nSbY-npbU27Nhaak
Great video! What size nuts did you use to mount the solar panel to the accessory bar channel? I can’t seem to find the correct size and am looking to also mount solar panels.
Thanks! I used these and they worked pretty well. amzn.to/3tRxVT2
Hi there. New to your channel and I appreciate your review of the Naturnest. Just wondering though , other than design as you mentioned what made this particular one stand out over the other similar designs? Have you tried others before and just wasn’t impressed or maybe they didn’t live up to their $$$.
Hi, good question! I've had 3 roof top tents. One that was cheaper (not a hardshell, with a soft cover that was a nightmare to put on and take off, especially in the cold), another one that was similar in design to this but was almost twice as expensive, and then this one for just $1500ish shipped.
The biggest standouts to me are that it comes with a condensation mat (none of the other ones I've had had that and it helps with condensation and water to keep your mattress dry), the dark material is really nice to help you sleep better, and the overall design (including the awning that goes over all the windows) really makes it a great value with year-round usability, which is what I was looking for.
It definitely makes me question some of the prices of roof top tents because I can't imagine they're are 2-3X better, quality wise to justify the price. Hope that helps!
Was wondering what your thoughts were on a s10 zr2 overland build
If it’s well maintained and reliable, it would be a cool build! Only downside may be aftermarket support.
Mine came with a cat Skelton inside. I still hang it up with the rechargeable light inside the skull.
That should keep the cat ghosts away, :D
This came out right after I bought my body armor softroof top tent....bummer I didn't wait just a little longer
Sorry!!
I have the very same similar solar panel as you did anyway to see how you ran the wires from your solar panel. Did you run them to the back of your truck?
Good question. So, my house battery is in a sealed Plano crate in the bed of my truck so my solar basically runs down my bed rack and into my secondary battery independent of the cab, which made things pretty easy on me.
where did you get the bed rack system that the tent sits on?
It's from a company called Xtrusion Overland. Here's a link if it's helpful! bit.ly/3L86TL5
I own a large SUV and it has plastic roof rail.
Would I need to get a metal or aluminum roof rack like Thule or Yakima?
Most likely, you would need some sort of upgraded roof rack to be able to take the weight of this tent or similar tents. The most important thing to look for are stats on your dynamic and static roof rack limitations. If you can find that for your vehicle and it’s significantly more than the weight of the tent, you might be fine but you’ll want to do some research.
They are exactly the same both are manufactured in China. You can buy the exact RTT for even less but will have to pay freight.
Yep. I went through Amazon to make a return easier if something were to happen. Plus, I got 5% back in my Amazon card, lol.
@@AllThingsOverlanding Hell yeah smart move.
would you recommend for a lower bed rack? i have the 6' bed as well.
Honestly, it may be too long for a lower bed rack. However, Naturnest makes another one that's like the iKamper and it's would work great for a shorter rack. Here's a link to that one: amzn.to/3U3ZzHb
Hello, Thank you for the great video! I have this tent on the way. Where can I buy the mounting kit you have? I have a RCI rack and would like to you the same mounts you have.
Hey, congrats on the tent! My mounts are actually from Xtrusion Overland, but not sure if they would work with the RCI rack or not. Here's a link to them though so you can check them out if it helps: xtrusion-overland.com/products/xtr1-roof-top-tent-brackets?_pos=1&_sid=dd9ac5474&_ss=r
How is it a early morning when the sun comes out? Does a lot of light comes in?
It actually doesn’t really good job blocking the light. Afraid exactly where in the video but about 3/4 into the video I show video from inside the tent in the bright morning sun and you can see how dark it is in the tent and then I zip down the window covers and you can see it’s bright sun outside.
hi what size bolts did u slide into the cross bars on the tent?
They're actually the ones that came with the tent. Not sure what size they are, but the original ones worked with my mounting system.
What is the length of the mounting rails on the bottom? I need to know spacing of my croosbars.
Hey Paul, sorry for the delay. I finally grabbed a second to go measure them. The channels themselves are about 71 1/4" long. Hope that helps!
Hi im going to get Naturnest hardshell tent maybe a couple of weeks and i want to know the what kind of awning did you used? thanks!
I was using the OVS 180 (Link here: amzn.to/4cgzCuI) but only because I already had it. It's a great quality awning and if you have an SUV with a rear hatch, it works great. They also have a well priced 270 awning if you have a truck and want the back covered (Link here: amzn.to/3xvKZjd) or Naturnest sells a 270 awning that might work even better with the tent (Link here: amzn.to/3KZSceF).
Personally, when I switch from my 180 to a 270, I'll likely be running the Openroad 270 awning because it's about $500 for a 270 and it's free standing (link here: bit.ly/3VUqeqM). Hope that helps! Lots of options, :D.
Hi, great video. Quick question: are the top and bottom sheets made of aluminum or ABS?Are the top and bottom rails aluminum as well? I'm a window cleaner and want to camp after work...I'd be attaching a 60 lb ladder to the roof racks and want a solid mount. Other than that I'm sold on it and am awaiting your reply before I buy. Thanks!
Hey Mark, the top and bottom of the clamshell are aluminum and pretty solid. The roof racks are also aluminum including the brackets that attach to the side of the roof top tent to support the top rails. I’ve got a solar panel mounted on mine and it doesn’t weigh 60 pounds but it’s super solid.
Been wondering about these AMZ tents they look like the same tents major players are selling. The prices are so different though.
I definitely rolled the dice a bit, but it worked out with this tent!
nice rtt sir. planning to get me a same one as yours, but i want to know what bracket you use to mount your OVS awning, cause i have the same 270 awning and i want to do the same set up as yours? TIA!!
Thanks! So, I have an Xtrusion Overland bed rack (which is awesome) and they have these optional mounts that push the awning out so the RTT can sit in the middle of the rack. So, I'm using the Xtrusion mounting solution that came with my bed rack.
Looks sweet im lookin at getting one just havent been able to find the dimensions of where the mounting points line up for the bars. Is there anyway you could post the dimensions for mounting it?
I just went out and measured and from center to center of the mounting tracks, they're 28" apart. Hopefully that helps!
@@AllThingsOverlanding thank you helps very much!
Thanks for sharing. What's the weight?
No problem! It's about 170 pounds.
I see two different listings that look identical on Amazon. One is $1249 other is $1548. Do you have any idea what the difference is? also loved your video - very well done and informative!!
Thanks! I'm guessing the cheaper one doesn't include shipping and when you add that on, it'll basically be the same price.
Don’t know if this was mentioned already but can you store your sleeping bags and bedding up in the tent?
I was able to fit my sleeping bag and ladder and awning poles up there, but I had to pull my pillow out.
Im thinking of building one of these nature nest for a tacoma but my question is can the floor be disassembled or removed,i would like to build a hatch style floor,i cant see one of these in person to determine if i can modifly the floor
It's a good question. It seems to be sealed, but if you're brave enough, you could always cut a hole in the bottom. I know some Xterra people that did that to make a passthrough in a similar tent and it worked out pretty well.
@@AllThingsOverlanding ok , good info ... Thanks👍
can you mount a 270 awning on the tent rails?
I think you probably could if you had the hardware. It's aluminum and very strong. I don't know specifically because my bed rack has a unique system that allows me to mount the awning out to the side of the tent via their extrusion system.
Have you had a chance to cold weather camp yet? Also any condensation issues? Thanks.
I actually camped last weekend in the low 30's, but I had a diesel heater running so dry heat and no condensation at all. It even poured down rain overnight, but the diesel heater kind of solves all those problems. I've been out a few times with just a heated blanket in 30's and low 40's and there is some condensation after a night's sleep, but the condensation mat keeps it off the mattress and I just open up the tent the next time there's a nice day and let it air out. No issues at all so far.
Would this wotk on a 1998 Toyota 4Runner? What roof mounting system do I need?
Probably! I'm not super knowledgable on the 4Runner and they're roof rack capabilities. I'm sure there are online forums or Facebook groups though where people have asked that question where you could find some options for racks that would support the weight and give you mounting options. It just mounts via u-bolts that drop down around the roof rack's supports and then synch up on it to hold the tent in place. Easy to mount.
I appreciate your opinion on the gear you use. Was wondering though, how did this tent hold up after the trail? Any issues or things you felt didn't live up to standard?
Thanks Ken and great question. So, after 2 weeks in it in WY and probably another 7 or 8 camping trips in it, it's holding up great. If I'm thinking of critiques, here are my honest thoughts:
* The stock mattress is surprisingly good (most of these cheap tents really suck to sleep in) but this one is not bad. It's not amazing, but it's usable and better than expected.
* Being a really slim clamshell, it won't hold much gear, but I do have a sleeping bag, wool blanket, all the awning poles, the shoe bags, and the ladder up in it.
* The shoe bags will only attach via the keder rail in the back, so if you use the side ladder, you have to unzip the back of the tent to access the shoe bags (unless you use a different shoe bag, which is what I ended up doing).
Other than that, for the money, I feel like it's a great value.
Thanks, Fletch! Appreciate the feed back.
Not that it really matters, but I do prefer the more rocking intro. Jeep the videos coming!
@@kensturdivant4098 Thanks! Will do, :D.
What truck rack are using!
@@whyme6036 It's a bed rack from a company called Xtrusion Overland and it's awesome. Here's a link if it helps! bit.ly/3L86TL5
Are you still using the rrt? Seriously thinking about it!!!
Yep, I’ve spent about 50 nights in it and it’s holding up great. I’m actually editing a video now of my long term thoughts but the short version is it’s a great tent for the money in my experience.
Does it have an anti condensation mat? How’s the mattress comfort? About to order.
Yep! It includes an anti-condensation mat and the stock mattress is passable. I spent probably 50 nights in it and it was fine. Like most of these, you’ll probably want to upgrade the mattress eventually for max comfort.
The rainfly poles did u get 2 or 4? Did u add the side props? Good idea i have same tent
I got 4 with mine.
So u had 4 metal grommits on your rain fly then? To except 4 poles? U must have them for the side windows as well
Yeah, so as shown in the video, there are 4 grommets and one big awning that covers the side windows and the back window. The pole mounting positions are movable too so you can move them wherever you need them.@@LostBoysRecovery
@@AllThingsOverlanding OK I just got mine a few days ago and mine does not have four grommet holes. It only came with two poles and it looks like your overhang awning is a lot bigger and has sides on it.
Would this tent be too long for a 2dr wrangler?
Not sure. It's 83" long... Maybe?
Did you mention the actual weight? Did I miss that part.... Shipping package weight is 183 lbs, so I'm curious what actual product weight is. Thanks.
The tent is around 170 pounds assembled.
How’s the weight and does it affect your body roll much?
It's about 170 pounds so pretty similar to my last tent (maybe a few pounds lighter). The new truck is on a 1.5-2" lift but still has sway bars and I throw it through roundabouts and onramps without even thinking about it. I can tell there's a little bit of weight on the back, but the body roll is pretty minimal.
Thanks for this review. Are you able to close it with your sleeping gear inside?
No problem! Good question. So, I leave the ladder, the awning poles, the shoe bags, my Coleman 0 degree bag, a wool blanket and a down blanket in there. I couldn't get the pillow to fit, but everything else fits fine!
@@AllThingsOverlanding Thanks!
FYI, I'm premiering an update video at 6:30PM EST tonight showing the tent opening, closing, plus the bedding that will fit in it and some tips for making opening and closing even easier. Here's a link to that premier: czcams.com/video/jQ3eRICSTP0/video.htmlsi=nSbY-npbU27Nhaak
Now, will it fit a 2024 Outback Wilderness roof tho 😁
Probably, :D
Wich exact tent is this so i can sear it on amazon thanks n great video
It's this one: amzn.to/3q09YYt
@@AllThingsOverlanding Thank you sir!!!!!!! Hv a great day
NP and you too! @@michaeldomec5275
Does it come with a solar panel? I don’t see that on Amazon
Solar isn't included, but I had a 100W solar panel and I have a secondary 200AH LifePo4 battery that I use as a house battery. So, I just bolted it to the cross bars (which are included with the tent) and then ran wires down my bedrack to the secondary battery to keep it charged. Here's the solar panel I've got if it helps: amzn.to/3PgU8SS @MoresAwwad-pg3np
What's the measurements closed?
I believe it's about 83" long by 51" wide by about 7" tall.
Hey man how do you think it woupd do in cold weather? Snow? Are walls thick?
The walls are actually really thick and block a lot of the light. I've used it in about 40-50's and had to vent it because I actually got kind of warm a couple of nights. So, I'm excited to try it out this winter but I think it's going to do better than any of the other tents I've had in the past.
I didnt see you go over it in the video but does it closed with sleeping bag and pillows in it?
That's a great question and I'm actually working on a follow up video to this showing how fast it sets up and tears down and I can add that in there as well to show what I keep in it.
Here's the short answer to your question, I keep my sleeping bag, a down blanket, a wool blanket, and some random clothes (left a rain jacket up there on a recent trip) and it all fits fine. When you add in a pillow or I tried an inflatable memory foam mattress, that's too much and it won't close, but you can get the majority of bedding up there, excluding the pillow.
FYI, I'm premiering an update video at 6:30PM EST tonight showing the tent opening, closing, plus the bedding that will fit in it and some tips for making opening and closing even easier. Here's a link to that premier: czcams.com/video/jQ3eRICSTP0/video.htmlsi=nSbY-npbU27Nhaak
Hi I am looking at roof top tent- thanks for the review. I have a mitubishi outlander sport what type of roof rack would you recommend and do you know the weight of the tent? Thanks!
The tent is about 170 pounds. You would just need a roof rack that can support that weight and allow for it to be installed. It comes with u bolts so you’d need a fair amount of space under the rack crossbars, but that’s for pretty much any roof top tent. Hope that helps!
@@AllThingsOverlanding thanks!
how many ppl can fit in the tent? looking for a tent to accommodate a small family of 4
I would go with one of the iKamper style tents that fold out to the side if you're looking to fit 4. This tent can fit 2 adults but that's about the max (maybe a small child or dog if you squeeze a bit). Looks like this one is a budget priced iKamper style knock off if it helps: amzn.to/47OSJtY
Quick question - how high did your rack have to be to accommodate this tent given it extends over the cab?
My rack is 2" over cab height (which I want to say is 29" total?) which allows me plenty of room to get it over the roof.
Thanks!@@AllThingsOverlanding
For some reason I believed the RTT to be $1000, it's $1498 on Amazon. Am I confused or did the price go up?
So, it was $1299 plus shipping (which was about $300 for me). Now it's just $1498 but shipping is "free." :D
How is this holding up after 6 months?
It's still doing great! I actually made a "long term" review of it showing how it's doing and any small flaws that I've noticed after over 50 nights in it that I dropped in December, but even today, it's still great. Here's that other video of the long term thoughts if it helps: czcams.com/video/qo1F5mMdLUs/video.html
Would this fit onto a ladder rack?
It would probably fit on a ladder rack, but you would want to check the static and dynamic load ratings for that rack to make sure it can support the weight while open and with you in it as well as while you’re in motion.
@@AllThingsOverlanding Thank you for the advice!
Imma get you in woods.
Uh, ok
I don't know if I'd trust the ladder at that angle. Personally I would collapse it a little to make it a little closer to the truck and more upright.
Good point. Never had any problems with it fully out. It's only a 7.5' so it's not super long.
Can you keep the windows zipped up while you close it?
Sure, you could. If you vent them (have the screens zipped, but not the inner windows) or at least have one of them open it helps a bit with closing, just to keep it from becoming a bellows and blowing out the fabric. But, you could definitely zip up all the screens and it should close just fine.
@@AllThingsOverlanding Thank you!
🔹GREAT VIDEO🔹 New Subscriber here in Florida 🌴🌴🌴
21 JAN 2024
Awesome, thanks and welcome!
I'm 6'4 should I get this tent. Will it be possible to lay flat?
It's a good question. I'm 6'2" and my feet touch the bottom (hinge part) of the tent so I sleep a little diagonally. So, you might be pushing it. If you go solo mostly, you could sleep with your head in one corner and your feet in the other one. Most of these clam shells are basically the same size so if you wanted more room, you'd want one that folds out to the side.
They're probably a lot more money, but I've seen ones where the bottom opens up about 6 or 7" as well, and I've also seen some clamshell ones that open up into more of a parallelogram or rectangle instead of triangle. But no idea what kind of room they have inside.
Great review, love the simple open/close operation. Can you tell me how far apart the attachment rails on the underside are? And how are they attached to the floor, bolts, rivets? Thanks.
I'll have to run out and measure them. They're much narrower than my bedrack. If I had to estimate, I'd say they're maybe 24-30" apart? They are bolted through the floor of the tent. @@DIY_Don
So how is it in the winter/snow loads 🤔
Well, I got it in May or June, so haven't had it in any snow yet. The fabric is actually pretty heavy and I have had it in 30 degree temps and it was great. I run a diesel heater in winter so I'm not terribly worried about insulation, but it definitely seems to be pretty solidly built. I also did have it in a hail storm in Wyoming and it held up great to that and the side awnings let you keep your windows mostly open/vented, which is my favorite part of the design of the tent.
@@AllThingsOverlanding thank you for your thoughts
I might end up purchasing this after all.
Thank you
I really like the tent and think it's a steal for the money honestly. @@raggar101
@@AllThingsOverlanding wish I could find a veteran discount code or something.
Thanks for all your help
Unfortunately the link has no tent that looks anything like this one. Im in Canada and I can't find it on Amazon either here or the US.
The tents on Canadian Amazon are from $5000.00 up to $10.000 thst is just stupid. So much for hoing overlanding. I didn't realize it was only for the rich.
I’ve heard from someone else in Canada that they can’t find it either. Must be a US only distributor.
Great review. Just too heavy.
Definitely heavy. Not a huge deal on the back of the truck though, but something to consider for sure.
I just love how $1600 for a TENT is considered Cheap... JFC.
Haha, it is when comparable ones are $2500 or more. And it's better built than a ground tent, is always on the truck and ready to go, and takes about a minute to set up and the same to tear down so for the kind of camping I do, it's a good deal for how much I go.
cant seem to find it on amazon and the link in the info goes to a different tent for me
Huh, weird. I clicked on the link in the description and it worked. Here's another one in case this one works better for you! amzn.to/3s4iSVv
@@AllThingsOverlanding same again maybe a uk issue with amazon
Ahh, hadn't thought about that. Yeah, it looks like you guys have less options. The closest thing I could find was this: www.amazon.co.uk/Rooftop-Shell-Camping-Aluminium-Hardshell/dp/B0CBTCQNFB/ref=sr_1_33?crid=3S9KVVR4RC5K4&keywords=hard+shell+roof+top+tent&qid=1691514161&sprefix=hard+shell+roof+top+tent%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-33@@Mike-ne1br
@@AllThingsOverlanding thanks
Use a VPN set to USA, that might work. Not sure about shipping, but I'd think it would be easier and cheaper since it doesn't have to cross an ocean to you.
Hi there, I just wanted to ask the mattress dimensions? Width and length? I'm almost 6'2" and will be sleeping with the girlfriend all the time so wanting to make sure there is plenty of space.
I'm also 6'2" and it's not bad. My feet do sort of hit the hinge area where the tent opens, but if I sleep a tiny bit diagonal, I don't. Or, you just get used to it. It's about 82" long and about 50" wide in the interior if that helps.
Thanks for the response! I appreciate that info!@@AllThingsOverlanding
It's a good looking tent, but with those wedge style tents and my height, I'm always afraid of my feet feeling cramped down by the end.
Yep, I feel that. I'm 6'2" tall and I definitely do hit my feet on the bottom, but I sleep slightly angled and that solves most of it. If you went with your significant other all the time, clamshells may be tight.
DFG Offroad makes a tent that fixes that issue.
Do you know what this thing weighs?
Yeah, it's about 170 pounds.
@@AllThingsOverlanding thank you. mixed answers on the amazon page
It’s already sold out 😢
These do keep kind of coming in and out of stock. I just checked (right now) and it's back in stock for me here: amzn.to/3q09YYt
Also, if it helps, this one is very similar (just slightly different awning, but same manufacturer and same price: amzn.to/3T1pPSE).
Nice option however for my vehicle, a primary rear entrance to the tent isn’t ideal. ✌🏼
Totally makes sense. I exclusively use the side entrance anyways, but the awning is slightly longer in the back.
@@AllThingsOverlanding Have you experienced any issues using the side entrance during rain otherwise?
Nope, no issues. I literally bought this tent because of the design of the awning, since it covers the sides and the rear. The other clamshell options mostly just have awning coverage in the rear, but this style allows me to use the sides and also keep my side windows vented, even in a downpour. @@Carl-vx9ws
@@AllThingsOverlanding that’s good news; in case I missed it, what was the interior width?
@@Carl-vx9ws exterior is about 4’ so it’s less than that. Maybe an once off that on each side for the box so my guess would be 45-46” inside.
As with all of the budget tents, extra heavy.
Definitely not light. It’s honestly about 10 pounds lighter than my last, more expensive aluminum clamshell RTT though.
wow, camping machine ! these days , going into woods does not mean to change too much.
I love how fast it is to set up and tear down. It makes trips so much more enjoyable.
These clam shell tents have a nasty habit of making rattling noises. I use to have one and it would always rattle (nothing to do with the mounting, it was snug as a bug in a rug). My buddy just got this exact tent and it also rattles like crazy. Apart from the rattle, they are great. If noise is a concern to you, DO NOT get one of these tents.
Huh, weird. I don't have any rattles (even after about 5K miles over 2 weeks all offroad in Wyoming). I do have a slight whistle from my solar panel that I mounted on the rails, but it's pretty slight and doesn't bother me.
@@AllThingsOverlanding We both have Prinsu racks for our 4Runners. It could be the tent combined with the racks.
Would of been nice to see it folded down...
I had someone else say it would have been nice to see it set up. So, I guess I need to make another video showing it closed and opening and then maybe tearing it back down so that I cover all the bases.
FYI, I'm premiering an update video at 6:30PM EST tonight showing the tent opening, closing, plus the bedding that will fit in it and some tips for making opening and closing even easier. Here's a link to that premier: czcams.com/video/jQ3eRICSTP0/video.htmlsi=nSbY-npbU27Nhaak
$1600 broke the bank
It's not nothing, but it's also not $4000. :D
Get a new bank. LOL
@@wayawolf1967 🤣
I’m considering selling my alpha 2 for this tent.
How’s its holding up.
Great vid man I really appreciate it.
@@mikebrown200004 It’s holding up great so far. I’ve got about 20 or so nights in it now and a long weekend coming up plus a 4 day trip to the UP middle of September so I’m going to keep beating it up but so far so good!
All of the tents are now unavailable, there’s been several of these videos come out over the last couple of weeks I think maybe they have stopped selling them because basically, these are the same exact tents that you’re paying triple for that this company was selling at the cost to the big name manufacturers, and I bet that they were told to stop selling them.
The one in my description still works and shows available. It’s even $100 cheaper than when I bought it!
@@AllThingsOverlanding I’m not not showing it available when I click your link.
Am from Europe and there are 100000 channels on YT abouth Overlanding and they are all the sams GoPro in the hand and film like my dad in the 80' 😢 do some thing deferent do some good intrestign filming. Put some effort in the job that you do.You do this for a long time, and the videos are the same as 2y ago.
Gotta love when people with no videos on their channel and no subscribers come into the comments to tell someone else how they should be making their videos. You know what they say...people who are winning don't have time to leave negative comments and people who are losing, do.
This video has over 116K views and the vast majority of the comments are "thanks, this was helpful as I'm looking at this tent and comparing it to more expensive options." I'm not trying to win an Oscar for film making, just sharing information based on my experiences in hopes that it can help others.
Also, I don't shoot on a GoPro, I shoot on my iPhone, :D.
$1400 is cheap for a tent? Wtf is this guy smoking.
Maybe you haven’t looked at roof top tents before.