@@halohalohikers3571 yep, I've seen them, but they are all too expensive and too bulky. I'm looking for something more low profile that sits behind the bumper.
Very nice content and review. I'm not a fan of roof top tents. I found it nicer to use my Kodiak truck tent. I use my tent for all four seasons and never had a leak. I like the ability to stand in my tent to change or just stretch. it takes my son and I about 7 minutes to set up our tent and trifold cots to sleep on. My rig is a 2021 Silverado crew cab RST Z71 4x4.
Great information and walk through video. If I may add, as a two-time owner of the iKamper RTT's, after buying an iKamper the iKamper Company distances itself from any major problems or issues you may have with your RTT. The customer service is ONLY via email. There is no CRM - period. There is no service center department to call and speak with anyone from the iKamper company itself. I just ordered my second RTT from them ( my first experience was great by the way) and they lost it during the shipping. I called the shipping company and am trying my best to locate my iKamper RTT. I just want people to know that although influencers are my people, iKamper is not straight up honest. They will leave you on the hook for your $$$ spent. They got theirs.
Good video man! I have been trying to figure out whether or not we should do a RV/camper van or a RTT when we get back from the states. This helped me a lot! Thank you! Cheeers - Pat from Montana
Hi we are from Luxemburg ( The very smal tiny Country in the Middle of Europe on IKampers Map :-)) We ordered a Skycamp 2.0 too funny is my Wife is Filipina too :-). Have fun guys :-) Great Video
Great video! I’m thinking of getting into overlanding. Might be a while before I get a rooftop tent though. Can you make a gear video of everything you take on a trip?
Iron Paws yes! It is the perfect time to get into it, it’s an easy way to social distance. I’ll be making a gear list soon, but there’s still a few things I want to add to my kit.
Came across your video. Thanks. Probably one of the best reviews. It was good to actually see the inside and with people in It. Can you mount anything on the shell?
Love this setup. I also have a Trail Boss, Putco rack, and iKamper Skycamp 2.0. Do you have any detailed pictures of how you mounted the tent to the rack? I struggled with this yesterday and ended up using some flat stock in the tent mounting channel to extend it and get over the front putco cross bar.
I don’t have pics readily available at the moment, but FYI, I did have to use the 1.0 mounting brackets from ikamper and then purchased longer bolts from the hardware store. The cross rails on the Putco rack are thick! I think that’s why they have a heavier payload then other racks.
If you wife (who doesn't look like she's 5'8") can set this up on top of a huge pickup truck while it's pretty windy, that's a well designed tent. These things are pricey but all the reviews I've seen: their owners swear by their reliability and design. If this stupid scamdemic ends, I'll try to pick up one of these. Yeah, it's going to be hard on the bank but it would be perfect on top of a tiny trailer. I like that you have a raised frame. I might consider something like that to squeeze more room out of the trailer. Just so many decisions here. The biggest problem is finding out how to hitch the trailer to a VW Golf with a turbo engine. On the other hand, this is why a stick shift isn't bad, you can skip around gears and force the transmission to stay in 2nd or 3rd while coasting down short hills.
Ugly mug😅, 🙏thank you so much for this video🍁. Brother it was very helpful, my wife is 5’4 and she enjoyed watching it very much. May God bless your beautiful family. Stay safe.
any data on MPG drop with the setup? I wish putco made a low profile version of the venture tec. I also run a rollup tonneau cover so need the stake bed mount and cant find anyone else who makes one for the silverado 1500, at least not 19-22. but assume the hardcover RTT probably does a bit better than the soft covers.
I like the hard cover. Probably is quieter and cuts through the air better at high speeds. You didn't mention how it is in the rain. Any leaks or other issues with the rain fly?
I just bough the ikamper and have the Putco rack. Where did you get the mounting brackets that work with the venture tec rack? Did ikamper send them to you?
No issues. Personally liked the aesthetics of it with the thicker part not hanging over the rear. Also I prefer the weight in the center of the truck instead of hanging over.
I bought the same one as yours with a similar mid height bed rack. Mine hangs off the end slightly more than yours. Have you ever had an issue with this?
@@halohalohikers3571 I got a response back from iKamper this morning. They said no it doesn't. 😞 On the other hand they also said they couldn't "confirm" that the 2.0 fits the 1.0 shell, so maybe that "no" was more of a liability avoidance answer.
Each rack is different. I don’t think Putco makes one like mine for a Tacoma. Look up a CZcamsr named “last line of defense”, he has a tacoma build a few years ago where he has a backflip bed cover and a bed rack system. He will be a good resource for your tacoma build.
It could work for a few years since they are all under 4. Think of it as a king size mattress. If you can fit all 6 of you on that king size at home, then you can fit in the tent. It will get cramped eventually, I think this is an expensive tent if your only going to be able to use it one or two years. There are cheaper king size tents out there...
Nice video man, thanks for sharing. I have a Trailboss too and have an iKamper 2.0 ordered. I ended up going with the Yakima Overland HD rack, but your rack is sick...if I would have known about the one you have I would have gone that route. Do you have any tent light recommendations?
No problems, it’s sort of personal preference. The aerodynamics would be slightly better if it was the other way around. But, I just like how it looked closed better this way since I have a little bit of overhang.
@@halohalohikers3571 The mechanicals are all fine. Just the canvas material. The seams have some sort of industrial strength tape covering them on the inside that has started to delaminate exposing the seams. It’s unfortunate that you can’t post photos in the comments section. :-(
@@JeepTJay6 I see they do sell an insulation tent for $299.00 that fits on the inside to an an extra layer during the colder seasons. Maybe that could be a good option for you.
The mini is too small for a full sized truck (tundra, f150, silverado) and the 2.0 is too big (made for Jeep’s and SUV’s.) would be nice if they made something that fit a full sized truck.. can’t believe they haven’t done this yet..
For my family of four we needed the biggest size possible. I wouldn’t mind If there was a way to make the dimensions smaller when it was closed. There’s about 8 inches that sticks out past my tailgate.
I’ve seen guys with roof racks that put the extra overhang in front of the bed (a couple feet over the cab) which requires you finding a taller mount rack system.
Hey brother, do you have a link to the tent you bought? My girl is begging me to get one and we came across your channel and love your vids! Keep going strong bro!
@@halohalohikers3571 just figured this out haha. How did you mount it near the cab? My bars are pretty close to the cab and the rails don’t go far enough to allow me to have space to run the 1.0 brackets once I receive them. Thanks for the info man.
@@OneLowPony it is a tight fit, but I just tightened down the bracket really tight and the tent doesn’t move it all. Also I see now that Putco sells an additional crossbar you can place in the middle for the added support and mounting access.
@@halohalohikers3571 haha I actually have 2 of the extra crossbars. It came with it when I bought the bed rack off Amazon. Just didn’t come with the “coretec” mounting plates that I would need to make it work. I think that’s the best way to do it. I appreciate all your help. My truck literally looks likes your twin, but in black lol.
Haha it is what it is! Luckily there’s still decent people out there, the dude pulled me out no prob. I since then got even more gear to try and get stuck with, including a winch...
Maybe getting off the ground in Yellowstone is worth setting up and breaking camp daily. Not saying it's a guarantee for not ending up as bear food, but maybe the animal moves on to something easier.
Shout out to the strangers that pulled us out with their winch! Thanks again.
I can't find a winch mount that I like for our trucks!
Adam Z Fab Four, Westin, and dessert design all make some for our trucks. They are all pretty pricey so I haven’t pulled the trigger on anything yet.
@@halohalohikers3571 yep, I've seen them, but they are all too expensive and too bulky. I'm looking for something more low profile that sits behind the bumper.
@@adamz5379 fab fours matrix bumper with the with the smittybilt x20.. your welcome..
And that’s why you buy a Jeep😋😎
Being a Jeep owner this made me so happy in the beginning of the video 🤣🤣
lol. Thank you jeep owners
Very nice content and review. I'm not a fan of roof top tents. I found it nicer to use my Kodiak truck tent. I use my tent for all four seasons and never had a leak. I like the ability to stand in my tent to change or just stretch. it takes my son and I about 7 minutes to set up our tent and trifold cots to sleep on. My rig is a 2021 Silverado crew cab RST Z71 4x4.
Great information and walk through video. If I may add, as a two-time owner of the iKamper RTT's, after buying an iKamper the iKamper Company distances itself from any major problems or issues you may have with your RTT. The customer service is ONLY via email. There is no CRM - period. There is no service center department to call and speak with anyone from the iKamper company itself. I just ordered my second RTT from them ( my first experience was great by the way) and they lost it during the shipping. I called the shipping company and am trying my best to locate my iKamper RTT. I just want people to know that although influencers are my people, iKamper is not straight up honest. They will leave you on the hook for your $$$ spent. They got theirs.
call your bank and start a charge back. iKamper scan suck it then.
Nice setup. I have this tent on the way along w a rack from UpTop Overland to go on my Diamondback HD, all on a Ram Power Wagon.
Good video man! I have been trying to figure out whether or not we should do a RV/camper van or a RTT when we get back from the states. This helped me a lot! Thank you! Cheeers - Pat from Montana
That tent is rad. I've wanted one of these for a while now and hoping to pick one up soon.
These bad boys are expensive but I keep hearing from owners that they are worth every hard earned penny you spend.
i didn't know about the reasoning behind a roof top tent originating from Australia thats a cool fact!
Being from Australia, I completely understand why you need/want to get off the ground when camping😉
Nice review, very well done, good audio and video as well as the content. Thank you. Mine arrives next week, can't wait to get out there!
Awesome I'm excited for you!
Really nice friendly review, than you!
Thanks for the vid. Was digging around for a while to see if the overhang is an issue with shorter bed trucks. Eased my worrying 🙌🏽
It doesn't bother me at all! Eventually I would like to get a spire tire rack on the rear bumper and it will all sit flush.
@@halohalohikers3571 Do you know how long your bed is? Wondering how it would overhang on a Ram with a 6'4" bed.
@@lifescansdarkly Chevy calls mine the 6 foot bed but it’s actually 5’9”.
@@halohalohikers3571 Thank you!
I’m getting the same truck and I’m just learning about the iKamper
Congrats on your truck. I’m excited for you!
Jeep to the rescue!! FLEX! HAHAHA great video man. love your setup
Like that set up man maybe later I’ll use that same rack for my truck to looks super clean👍🏼
6Th Gen Rudy I noticed recently Chevrolet actually sells them from the dealership now. That just shows Putco is a solid company.
Tons of information: cotton or whatever it is.
Well, thanks :)
Very nice video and editing, wish I can do production like this.
*poly canvas cotton to be exact haha
Hi we are from Luxemburg ( The very smal tiny Country in the Middle of Europe on IKampers Map :-))
We ordered a Skycamp 2.0 too funny is my Wife is Filipina too :-). Have fun guys :-) Great Video
Salamat! Congrats on your skycamp.
I just saw one of these near UNC last weekend- but when i turned around to go talk to the dude he had vanished! want one so bad
Great video! I’m thinking of getting into overlanding. Might be a while before I get a rooftop tent though. Can you make a gear video of everything you take on a trip?
Iron Paws yes! It is the perfect time to get into it, it’s an easy way to social distance. I’ll be making a gear list soon, but there’s still a few things I want to add to my kit.
Cool review!
Luv it! King size bed too 😍
Honestly this looks so cool 😎
Thank you! You helped my Decision on what to get. And I am happy to subscribe to your Channel thanks for the info
Yikes. I would have left out the Chevy getting stuck and pulled out by a jeep part. Thanks for the info though
12:27 shes so convinced
A good quality cheap alternative is gazelle tent overland edition.
I don’t see a roof mount tent made by Gazelle
@@electricstartclint they don't have rooftop tents, you'd have to be comfortable sleeping at ground level. They pop up and stow away pretty fast.
Hai bro I am Indian gaai
Iam your big fan 🙂
What lift do you have on your boss? Love that you kept the stock wheels! They looks great.
Thanks my friend, it’s the 4” rough country lift (total 6”) with 2” wheel spacers, allows me to fit 35x12.5x18 tires. 👊🏼
Roofnest Condor XL would’ve been flush w the back of your truck 😜
Came across your video. Thanks. Probably one of the best reviews. It was good to actually see the inside and with people in It. Can you mount anything on the shell?
Thanks! There’s no rack on top of the tent. You would need to mount everything on the rack or in the bed
Pretty dope setup...nice vid ya'll.
Thanks brother!
Will the RTT accommodate a 6'8" tall person?
The wife doesn't seem like she likes overland'in lol she was like whatever hurry up and lets go home lol
Love this setup. I also have a Trail Boss, Putco rack, and iKamper Skycamp 2.0. Do you have any detailed pictures of how you mounted the tent to the rack? I struggled with this yesterday and ended up using some flat stock in the tent mounting channel to extend it and get over the front putco cross bar.
I don’t have pics readily available at the moment, but FYI, I did have to use the 1.0 mounting brackets from ikamper and then purchased longer bolts from the hardware store. The cross rails on the Putco rack are thick! I think that’s why they have a heavier payload then other racks.
@@halohalohikers3571 thanks! I just took a look at the 1.0 mounting hardware and it seems to be very similar to what I fabricated.
Youve had me at pinoy!!!
I subscribe because of your Filipina wife but also love to get one like this thanks for sharing much love bruh 🤙🏻
Why am I not surprised, a Long wheel base vehicle getting bogged on the chassis
If you wife (who doesn't look like she's 5'8") can set this up on top of a huge pickup truck while it's pretty windy, that's a well designed tent. These things are pricey but all the reviews I've seen: their owners swear by their reliability and design. If this stupid scamdemic ends, I'll try to pick up one of these. Yeah, it's going to be hard on the bank but it would be perfect on top of a tiny trailer. I like that you have a raised frame. I might consider something like that to squeeze more room out of the trailer. Just so many decisions here. The biggest problem is finding out how to hitch the trailer to a VW Golf with a turbo engine. On the other hand, this is why a stick shift isn't bad, you can skip around gears and force the transmission to stay in 2nd or 3rd while coasting down short hills.
Sounds like a solid plan! They also make a smaller version called the “mini” which might be an option for a roof rack on a golf.
Ugly mug😅, 🙏thank you so much for this video🍁. Brother it was very helpful, my wife is 5’4 and she enjoyed watching it very much. May God bless your beautiful family. Stay safe.
Next time lower your tire pressure to 15 each and you would’ve got out in a no time at all
any data on MPG drop with the setup? I wish putco made a low profile version of the venture tec. I also run a rollup tonneau cover so need the stake bed mount and cant find anyone else who makes one for the silverado 1500, at least not 19-22. but assume the hardcover RTT probably does a bit better than the soft covers.
I like the hard cover. Probably is quieter and cuts through the air better at high speeds. You didn't mention how it is in the rain. Any leaks or other issues with the rain fly?
I haven’t had any leaks with the rain guard yet!
nice looking set up how high is the bed rack?
Great video! Great product! What tonneau cover are you using?
It’s the roll n’ lock M series tonneau.
Hello, i am deciding to get skycamp 2.0 which one should i get glossy black or rocky black?
It’s personal preference! I went with the glossy since it was $400 cheaper, but I definitely like the look of the matte black.
Thanks for the great review. What's the length of your truck bed?
5’8”. Glad you found it helpful!
How long of a truck bed do you have?
Geiles Teil 😎👍
I just bough the ikamper and have the Putco rack. Where did you get the mounting brackets that work with the venture tec rack? Did ikamper send them to you?
I got the original mounting brackets from ikamper (the 1.0 version) and then just got longer bolts from the hardware store!
have u had any issues with the tent being mounted backwards? the wind deflector was the dead giveaway before it was even opened!
No issues. Personally liked the aesthetics of it with the thicker part not hanging over the rear. Also I prefer the weight in the center of the truck instead of hanging over.
I bought the same one as yours with a similar mid height bed rack. Mine hangs off the end slightly more than yours. Have you ever had an issue with this?
I haven’t had any issues so far. 🤞🏽
How easy is it to fold it back when you leave?
Thks
I haven't timed how long it takes to close, but its pretty quick. Even locking with the key it only takes 2-3 minutes.
@@halohalohikers3571 Wow great!! I'll have to shop them now!!! Thanks :)
How did you get your patches on your truck to stay
Anybody know if the 3.0 Skycamp canvas will fit the 1.0 Shell? I’ve already confirmed the 2.0 will fit. I just like the color of the 3.0 better.
Tbh, I’m not sure! The grey does look nice though.
@@halohalohikers3571 I got a response back from iKamper this morning. They said no it doesn't. 😞 On the other hand they also said they couldn't "confirm" that the 2.0 fits the 1.0 shell, so maybe that "no" was more of a liability avoidance answer.
You didn’t mention whether it closes with your comforter/pillows in there. Does it? Or do you have to pull them in/out each time
We keep the blankets stored inside but we take the pillows out.
How is the rack bolted on the bed with the bed cover? I have a tacoma with a bakflip bed cover
Each rack is different. I don’t think Putco makes one like mine for a Tacoma. Look up a CZcamsr named “last line of defense”, he has a tacoma build a few years ago where he has a backflip bed cover and a bed rack system. He will be a good resource for your tacoma build.
Do you have a lift kit?
6” lifted strut kit
Where are you guys camping in this video?!
Do you think this would work for a family of 6. We have a Yukon xl and 4 kids 4 and under
It could work for a few years since they are all under 4. Think of it as a king size mattress. If you can fit all 6 of you on that king size at home, then you can fit in the tent. It will get cramped eventually, I think this is an expensive tent if your only going to be able to use it one or two years. There are cheaper king size tents out there...
Probably wouldn’t have the over hang with my 6’6” bed correct?
Yea it would sit pretty much flush!
Nice video man, thanks for sharing. I have a Trailboss too and have an iKamper 2.0 ordered. I ended up going with the Yakima Overland HD rack, but your rack is sick...if I would have known about the one you have I would have gone that route. Do you have any tent light recommendations?
Jason R I’m using a stream light lattern that I got on amazon. It’s battery operated, I would like to look into something solar though.
@@halohalohikers3571 Thanks man!
How did you mount to the front bar? What was the gap to the cab?
The gap is only a few millimeters. I used ikamper first bracket version 1.0 and bought longer bolts from the hardware store.
I don't think the tents are expensive at all for what they do
How are your patches mounted above your head in the truck?
With velcro or sewing pins!
This is the first one that I have noticed mounted with the opening on the driver’s side. Have you noticed any problems with that?
No problems, it’s sort of personal preference. The aerodynamics would be slightly better if it was the other way around. But, I just like how it looked closed better this way since I have a little bit of overhang.
@@halohalohikers3571 Perfect! Thank you! This RTT is in our top 3 choices. Just doing the research. Thanks for the reply, take care.
@@johnwalker2118 good luck!
@@halohalohikers3571 Thanks!
Are there replacement canvases available for these? I just bought one second hand and the canvas has seen better days.
I’m not sure. Are you talking about the tent itself?
@@halohalohikers3571 The mechanicals are all fine. Just the canvas material. The seams have some sort of industrial strength tape covering them on the inside that has started to delaminate exposing the seams. It’s unfortunate that you can’t post photos in the comments section. :-(
@@JeepTJay6 I see they do sell an insulation tent for $299.00 that fits on the inside to an an extra layer during the colder seasons. Maybe that could be a good option for you.
The mini is too small for a full sized truck (tundra, f150, silverado) and the 2.0 is too big (made for Jeep’s and SUV’s.) would be nice if they made something that fit a full sized truck.. can’t believe they haven’t done this yet..
For my family of four we needed the biggest size possible. I wouldn’t mind If there was a way to make the dimensions smaller when it was closed. There’s about 8 inches that sticks out past my tailgate.
I’ve seen guys with roof racks that put the extra overhang in front of the bed (a couple feet over the cab) which requires you finding a taller mount rack system.
Any issues installing the tonneau cover with the rack on ?
Not really. I had to make a small modification by drilling a hole in the mounting plate. But it’s all on there secure now.
@@halohalohikers3571 awesome thanks
Do you have a portable toilet? You're out in the middle of nowhere!
how much is this? im.on a website selling it for 99 bucks.... says "complete set"
Sounds like a scam. The official ikamper website is selling it around $3899
Hey brother, do you have a link to the tent you bought? My girl is begging me to get one and we came across your channel and love your vids! Keep going strong bro!
@@sir_iosis6760 sorry I don’t have any discount codes but here is the link to their website: www.ikamper.com/products/skycamp2
@@halohalohikers3571 thanks brother!!
You didn’t use the stock mounting plates did you.... damn
I used the ikampers first version of mounting bracket and bought longer bolts at the hardware store!
@@halohalohikers3571 just figured this out haha. How did you mount it near the cab? My bars are pretty close to the cab and the rails don’t go far enough to allow me to have space to run the 1.0 brackets once I receive them. Thanks for the info man.
@@OneLowPony it is a tight fit, but I just tightened down the bracket really tight and the tent doesn’t move it all. Also I see now that Putco sells an additional crossbar you can place in the middle for the added support and mounting access.
@@OneLowPony but yea your right the bracket is right at the end of the rail and actually sticks out 1/4”
@@halohalohikers3571 haha I actually have 2 of the extra crossbars. It came with it when I bought the bed rack off Amazon. Just didn’t come with the “coretec” mounting plates that I would need to make it work. I think that’s the best way to do it. I appreciate all your help. My truck literally looks likes your twin, but in black lol.
where i can find ikamper skycmp 2.0. i have same truck of you. Thanks bro.
I purchased mine straight from their website: ikamper.com
@@halohalohikers3571 Thanks.
cold lol
What color is your truck?
Chase Hensley shadow gray
Can it go through the carwash?
It can! It depends on how tall your truck is, mine is too tall for parking structures or car washes.
That's nice... Can we camp together?
WOW! Cool vid, dope tent and hot babe... Does this compete with the JAMES BAROUD Discovery XXL?
Lmao… the hair…
What a kook move getting stuck and unable to use all your flashy gear to get yourself out. 😂😂😂
Haha it is what it is! Luckily there’s still decent people out there, the dude pulled me out no prob. I since then got even more gear to try and get stuck with, including a winch...
Should have gotten a Tacoma or Forerunner
And Africa has no nasty critters?
How tall are you both?
The wife is 5’2” I’m 5’10”
RTT, last years fad, say you go to Yellowstone for a week, you have to set up and break down a Top Heavy Tent 7 times, a ground tent once, no thanks
Maybe getting off the ground in Yellowstone is worth setting up and breaking camp daily. Not saying it's a guarantee for not ending up as bear food, but maybe the animal moves on to something easier.
You got the truck stuck minutes into your adventure and we should listen to your input.. Lol ok
Definitely not... don’t take my advice lol
Tell your wife she’s lucky to have those calves. Go ahead show her this comment.
YOURE A LUCKY WOMAN
She said they’re not calves they’re COWS lol
For a smart looking guy, I am surprised to see that you chose to buy a Chevrolet truck.
Sorry but... right out the gate this feels staged. I’m sick of it really. Boring asf.
Cheers.