Amazon vs. Roofnest: Which Roof Top Tent Should You Buy?
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I show you two Roof Top Tents. One is a Roofnest and costs around $4,000 and the other is a budget roof top tent from Topoak that costs $1,300. I go directly compare the specs, the materials, the set ups, the interiors, the mattresses, the hardware, and the extras. In the end I choose which Roof Top tent, The Roofnest or the Topoak, that I'd recommend for you.
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I love detailed comparisons…it’s this information that allows people to and a highly educated decision without worrying about making the wrong choice! Thanks for posting.
More like this coming soon!
Just received my Top Oak RTT and I Love it! It has been updated and now has two ventilation ports!
Great to hear. Thanks for sharing!
I completely agree with your final assessment. I started big three years ago and went with the James Baroud $5000.00 tent which I don't regret actually. Its a great tent! just limited inside with room. Its still going strong by the way. I also agree its awesome to be able to store the ladder and all bedding inside the tent... just saves room inside the jeep for all the other really expensive and cool toys we all like. One last thing, I really enjoy your videos! you are so dynamic and and your production value is great!!! thank you and keep them coming. Great things are definitely coming to this channel!
Thank you! Ya, I like expensive stuff too..clearly lol..but RTTs are so risky until you've used one and really know what you want. So glad you are enjoying the videos...lots more coming very soon!
THEIR IS NO TENT EVER MADE THAT'S WORTH 5000.00 DOLLARS ! I would never ever mention the price of food or the cost of inflation if I could throw money away like that !
I think that top oak is the starter tent I've been looking to invest in. That was very informational, thanks Will!
I think it's a good tent and a very good price!
😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮@@Venture2Roam
A starter tent....!?! Bro this is the TENT to get..... i guess it makes sense to pay over 3 times something that is actually worse then the 4k tent. I have the Naturenest tent which is identical to the 4k roofnest tent. Its actually bigger then this video. mine sleeps 3 people!! Gotta love not getting screwed over!
@@simonbenn5340 I meant to start camping out of a rooftop top tent. I don't even know if it is for me yet. I've been camping out of my cargo area or ground tents. It's hard to find something affordable that checks all my princess needs. I haven't made the investment yet, just getting out there with what I have. Will @Venture2Roam already sold me on it, you don't gotta try to convince me further. I'll get it when I can afford it 😮💨
Thanks Will as I’ve been waiting for this review! Great presentation as well!
Hope you found it helpful!!
@@Venture2Roam Amazon has 3.5 star reviews for the Top Oak RTT while the Naturnest has 5 out 5 star reviews. It’s basically the same design and price point. I actually thought your review was going to be on the Naturnest RTT but again was an outstanding presentation. Thanks Will!
@@davesantimaw5413 I chose this one because I saw it in person first. I was impressed initially and so I reached out to the company to test it out myself. I can't speak to the amazon rating, I have no idea why that's the case, but I can tell you TopOak has been really responsive to me.
I recently bought the top oak tent, after about 2 months comparing numerous tents. Fits my needs, works very well and saved me a lot of $, which allowed me to finish building out my Jeep.
Enjoyed the review, and your videos. Making family memories 👍 is what it’s all about.
Glad to hear the tent is holding up!!
Great vids@@Venture2Roam wanna sell your Topoak now that you are done making the comparison video?
@@darrinjones3736 Sorry, I sold it to my buddy Chris!
My FSR tent came with round nylon style spin on handles for the mounting hardware. Like you, I have always used a lawn mower T-handles and so I replaced them with those. I really do like the FSR high country tent, far better than wedge tents, I also enjoy the optional insulated inner wall kit, but like most flip out sideways tents. It is a royal pain in the arse, to remove the cover and deploy the tent on top of my trailer, I would imagine it’s the same pain on any lifted jeep. That’s something that I really find me very important with these rooftop tents is how easy are they to deploy in inclement weather in the field.
That’s one of the reasons I like these wedge tents at the moment. There are so fast and easy to set up and pack away. But they all have trade offs. Thanks for sharing about your FSR!
Im SO greatful for your fantastic reviews.. thank you!!!❤
Thank you!
I have the topoak. I love it. I switch things up every 2-3 years anyway. So if I can get it to last it is solid buy.
Glad to hear you're liking it!
Thank you for the insight. I was looking at that top oak. I wasn’t sure if it would be all right for that price. The wife says no she likes our RV, lol Don and Donna
It doesn't really compete with the RV lol
I agree, I started by renting tents to see what I liked. When I made my big purchase I went with the FSR EVO2. No tent is perfect. I gained a better insulated blackout tent than the soft sides I tried, but miss the skylight.
It pays to know what trade-offs matter to you! With RTTs it's really hard to get that info before buying. Renting sounds like a great option.
I appreciate your time on putting this information out there, you’re a
Amazing Soul.
Thank you!
You are one of the best CZcams content creators, period.
Wow..thank you!!!
Started watching your channel since the early Smittybilt Tent. Now every Jeep in your house has a tent .👍👍
Lol. Ya we might have a tent problem. I still think the Smittybilt was a great starter tent!
I wish they would make a flip up floor so you could climb in from your vehicle instead of needing to climb the outside ladder
Great video! Well done, man! I don’t even need a tent but I was really impressed with how you did this and compared the two. Keep the great content coming! And… come down to the Ozarks with us sometime! We camp a lot with Matt and Cara.
Matt and Cara are good friends. I definitely want to get down there sometime. Tjsnkbyout for the kind words!!
Thanks for sharing the awesome video! Really appreciate your experience. 👍
You’re welcome! Hope it was helpful.
Great info thx!
Just ordered the Topoak! Great comparison video! Thanks for the discount code! Saved me about $129!
Right on…so happy to have saved you some money!!!
What’s the code? ☺️
Great comparison brother!
Thanks dude!
Great comparison! Thanks for sharing
Hope it was helpful!!
Bought a Roofnest falcon, i must admit it is an awesome tent but i quickly realized I'm too tall for a wedge style tent. James Baroud makes the PERFECT tents IMO but that price is gut wrenching lol. If you're gonna buy a wedge style tent just make sure you're short enough to sleep comfortably
I'm thinking the same thing. I'm 6'2" and I fit fine in my current Thule Tepui Explorer but I really like the quick setup of these wedge RTTs
Wow great work!! Thank you.
Thank you!
Informative vid, thanks. Waterproofness is critical. Would be interested to see both tents field tested in a heavy rainstorm.
I will be doing more tent videos this year, more comparisons...I like the idea of doing a water proofing test.
Great review, thanks.
Hope you found it helpful. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for sharing. We might try the TopOak for a start. Great tips for overland starters.
I think it will make a good starter tent!
This video was fantastic thank you!!
Right on! Hope it was helpful.
@@Venture2Roam Definitely! Finally decided to buy it and give it a go. Feels like a lot but I've crammed in my cab too many nights in PNW trailheads.
One advantage that I can see from the RoofNest is the bar that crosses the skylight might actually act as a ridge line keeping the water from pooling on top. Probably not a huge problem given the slope of the tent but every little bit helps?
I never thought of that…you might be right. Intrepid has it in the same place, but designed the sky light around it.
iKamper Sky Camp seems like the best of all. Hard shell, large space & can keep bedding inside. Plus insulation kit available
Totally different category of tent though. Lots of trade offs with the iKamper style. There’s no one perfect tent.
I think frequency of use is also a big determining factor, I only get out 3 to 4 times a year if I'm lucky, for me the cheaper tent would be a no brainer. At this point I'm using a ground tent and am pretty happy with it, but since I bought my Gladiator and put a cap on it I've been considering a RTT. I also found a cap that is an exact copy of the Smart Cap at half the price.
Great comment. Frequency makes a huge difference. It’s One of the reasons I don’t regret buying the roof nest.
Do you have the link to the cap you're talking about?
Ditto, what brand was half the smart cap price?
Nice video! I did this comparison in my mind last night and whattaya know, CZcams served up a fresh video the next day. Love the algorithm.
Anyways - you mentioned you take the tent off often; how do you store it? I plan on using both my rigs interchangeably with 1 tent until things change, so an off / on / store system is rattling around in the back of my mind.
Thanks in advance, and again, nice video. I’ll use your referral coat with Top Oak if I go that route.
I swear Google is spying on us somehow...or they've figured out how to read out minds. I use a Harken Hoist system. I have two in my garage so I can hang both tents. It take 10-15 mins to get them on and off. Maybe I should make a video about lol.
Great review and love the thoroughness of evaluation on both. Earned a subscribe!
Curious though on limits to leaving sleepings bags and or pillows in either of the RTT's and being able to still close them. Do both, either, or neither allow you to leave lets say two 20 degree rated sleepings bags and a pillow in there?
Yes, both do. The Roofnest has a bit more room to leave bedding, but what you described will fit in either.
Wow, thank you for all the information! I am on a fixed income and building my Tacoma out and this will really help out. I was wondering on space with 2 people and two small dogs as far as room?
I'm not sure about adding 2 dogs....I guess it just depends on how cozy you like to get with your dogs lol.
One question/subject I had that was not talked about or answered in this video is how much weight can you carry on the top of the wedge, sing the provided cross bars? If I went that route I'd need to move my two riffle-carrying cases (harbor freight low profile) that I used to carry recovery tools and whatnot while on a trip as well as my solar panel to the top of the tent's shell. I don't overload these gun cases because evidently center of gravity dictates that a lot of weight on top is not that good but still I'd want to know if the two gas struts would take the weight. Thanks for a great review!
You'll have to check the websites on these two tents..but I think it's 150lbs...so quite a lot. Plenty of capacity for those cases I think.
Out of both of these.. I i prefer the FSR aspen lite. Very similar. But lighter and air up foam mattress.
Great recommendation. Personally, I haven't found a blow up foam mattress that I like though. They are more comfortable, but take forever to deflate...unless the FSR one is fast to deflate? I value speed to break down camp a lot...and these two are lightning fast.
@@Venture2Roam I don't like that either haha. I left it open to self inflate and it was still able to close with one blanket . So I just left it semi inflated. Comfy enough for me.
Would love if you test the aerodynamics (sense of drag, wind noise, AND fuel efficiency) of the two tents. It would be interesting to know if the roof lines of the falcon pro make a difference. I assume the difference is subtle. However, for regular long haul trips improvements of 2 mpg might be worth the higher cost of the falcon pro. ???
Really great point. I haven’t tested that, but I imagine it does make some difference. The stamped aluminum design is very well designed.
Great video my friend. I’m in the market for a RTT for Road Rash. This gave me a lot to chew on.
Right on. Hope you find one you like!
Hey Will. Do you know of a market that sells these used? I’d be comfortable with a few defects depending on the defect if the tent is cheaper. Thanks for the video
I don't..other than Facebook Marketplace...or other Facebook groups.
New subscriber bud. Very imformative thank you. Can you put a roof top tent on a small Honda fit? Can you make a video or suggestion about this subject. What kind of roof rack I could use .
You can put a roof top tent on almost anything as long as you have a rack or crossbars that support the dynamic weight of the tent. I don't really know what rack you should buy for a Honda Fit - but you should look for something with a dynamic weight rating of 180lbs or so.
We just bought our first roof top tent, looks similar in design to yours. Waiting for it to be delivered and start using it!
Hope you like it!
@@Venture2Roam Just received it today! I have a question, did you have to drill through your platform rack to mount your rtt?
@@dnf1812 Yes I did drill through the one on my 392 to mount the Roofnest. You could also take of the C channel mounting strips from the bottom of the tent, and re-mount them going the other direction. I've done both, and prefer to just drill through my rack.
I wanted to know does the top-oak rtt come with the quilt like underlayment in your video?
Yes. It comes with everything you see in my video.
Just seen you wheel with Nate from DL. THAT IS AWESOME and ill trust your judgment anytime.
Nate is a good guy and a good friend!
The vertical removable pockets are for slippers, if it gets dirty you can wash it in the sink
That’s an interesting concept if you wear slippers to bed in the tent I guess.
Will, after months of reviews and hesitation I finally pulled the trigger. The reviews by you, Casey 250 and Outdoor Auto really helped and my order is in. Thanks to you all!!
Hope you like it. We. The three of us are actually all friends and we were sharing our findings as we went along. It’s a cool tent at a great price.
I just received my patch. Thanks for the great and fun content.
What roof rack did you buy to mount the one on your Rubicon? Or does that mounting system come with the tent system?
I have the Rhino Rack Backbone system with the Pioneer Platform. It's super strong and sturdy, but honestly a really pain for mounting tents.
Hi, what’s your opinion on say the Napier Z sport truck bed tent? I’m at a crossroads bc truck bed tents have way more room; however in bad weather the RTP obviously is way better.
Please let me know your opinion.
FYI: I own a Ram Rebel 1500 but crew cab= great but a short 5 7’ bed. The bed tents do include/ enclose the tailgate do that’s another 2 feet etc
Help; please 🙏
I've never used a truck bed tent, but have a few friends who've used them. I think they are a good lightweight, affordable option. My two cents is this. If you are an occasional camper, like just a few times per year, the truckbed tent is a great option because it's so easy to stow and you don't need any additional racks, etc to use it. If you are going out many times throughout the year, an RTT or something like a Go Fast/Alucab/Super Pacific bed tent set up are fantastic. In general I'd say start with the most inexpensive, easiest option...I guarantee that if you like the lifestyle - you're going to iterate on your setup anyway.
I'm curious what hardware you used to attach the top oak to your rsi shell? Thanks!
I have the front runner load bars in the rack. Makes putting on an RTT pretty easy.
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.
Yes and no...everything is a trade off. That design is harder to close up because you have to navigate two additional hinge points on the shell. Just depends what you think matters the most.
It seems like the Roofnest is only maybe -- that much better but costs ------ that much more.
Do you ever water proof spray the fabric for extra protection?
The Roofnest is a very good tent no doubt in my mind. It's is much more expensive though. I haven't ever sprayed my tents..but living in SW Idaho, I don't really get too much rain, so I've never thought I've needed more that what comes with the tent.
This was really helpful. I'm considering getting a RTT but I'm not convinced.
In terms of overall convenience for an extended trip with daily excursions, isn't easier to have a ground tent that doesn't require being closed up and set up again every day? What about those off-camber situations where an extra 120lbs up top just might cause serious problems? I guess it comes down to preference and defined needs. Since bears and other critters can climb ladders, there's no difference in safety.
I think in the end it boils down to personal preference. I love the speed at which I can set up and tear down camp. Our style of overlanding/camping is to head to a place every night, so RTTs fit. The extra weight is something I manage, but other than rock crawling trails, it hasn't stopped me from going anywhere. Some ground tents are fantastic though...really just trying to find what fits your style best.
RTT will only help you from certain ground critters like wolf, deer, bison, hog, and etc. Unless your RTT is mounted 15+ feet above the ground, an adult brown bear will have no problem reaching for you just by standing up.
What made you move on from the soft top smittybilt. I am considering my first RTT and I have a family of 4. However, we may pair with an annex or the kids sleeping in the rig.
I think the Smittybilt was a great starter tent. I moved on because after so many nights in it, I wanted something that would set up and tear down much faster.
Both tents seem to be pretty heavy compared to something similar like a Free Spirit Alpine lite which are 60 lbs lighter and priced between these two when they had their sale in November. Either tent would be a great addition and I think I would go with the Top Oak and get a good mattress with the difference.
I've looked at those. They are interesting tents. More latches to get it closed, not sure on whether you can keep bedding in there..but I like the design and style of it!
Was very close to getting the Topoak but went with the Aspen Lite during the recent sale. I intend to move the RTT from one 4x4 to another so I need the lightweight Aspen Lite.
@@MissionOffRoad I have the Harken Hoist system..and a Harbor Freight winch on my ceiling to make getting them on and off easy..but if I didn't, I'd have to call a friend every time.
What exactly did you not like from the smittybilt rtt? Have you uploaded a video about that?
I loved the Smittybilt as a starter tent. However, the set up and tear down was cumbersome. I also didn’t like the soft shell because it got me really dirty when putting it on. But I don’t regret having that tent. It’s just that the wedge and cantilever style tents are much easier to use.
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Another couple of points to consider based on several hundred nights in our RTT. How easy is it to re-apply some level of water proofing? Can you get the rain fly off and treat it on the ground / driveway or do you have to wrestle it in place? A another huge issue, what happens when you bust a screen door/window zipper? Can it be fixed? Can you get some section of the tent down for repair or do you have to, or can you even, get things apart for repair (This is a big one for us as we're in need of the door screen to be fixed, and yes, we tried to use the "repair" zippers" the teeth are just worn out). Not a big issue if you are just a few nights a year camping in the east, but a big issue for us as we go for months and months at a time camping in the dusty western states. We have the TS Alpha, which is not a wedge but basically the same sort of animal (we need the extra space as we have a dog that believes he deserves way more space than my wife and I combined :). You didn't mention the warranties, but that can also be a point to consider in the final decision.
You do a great job presenting and this is a wonderful video. Looking fwd to the next. Thanks
Really really great points. I didn't talk about warranty or customer service. Honestly, Topoak has been really responsive...but that could be because they knew I was doing a video on it. I too have had to replace screens, zippers, and canvases in past tents...generally it's an insurance claim the companies make with the manufacturers...which is a pain. Both of these tents have zip in canvases, so replacing them isn't that big of a deal..but I can't speak to how the companies handle that yet. I hope folks read this comment because it's a good one.
One more point - That skylight is great for the 1st 6 months or so of use.... but turns to a yellow mess soon after. It also is a huge condensation collector. We have two rain fly's for our tent, one without and one with funky yellow plastic... You can guess which one goes camping now.
Dang!! That’s a lot of tent for $1200. I was not a fan of the tan 1st gen smittybilt tents. The grey gen 2 were a lot nicer. I used a gen2 xl for years. Iv moved up to a wedge tent and love it. Great review on both.
Thank you sir. I didn't know what I was missing with the Gen 1...until my buddy got the Gen 2 lol. We're putting both these tents through the ringer..will report back anything of note.
The best Amazon clam shell is actually the nauturnest (all black one, good CZcams Review) The topoak is ok if you just have that pop out front (I don’t find it compelling)
Glad you are happy with your purchase. I think the pop out design is exponentially better than a standard wedge/clamshell design. The additional head room/foot room it provides makes it a much more comfortable space to sleep in, especially if you are 6 ft tall or more. I think everyone should buy the tent they want to buy, so I'm happy you found the right tent for you...this is just my opinion on the design differences.
Buddy, if the skylight and extra headroom aren't appealing, then I really don't know what you're looking for in a rooftop tent.
Hey Will, do either of them come with mounts to the jeep, did you have to buy those separately, did you buy a separate roof rack to mount to? I have been looking into getting a tent for mine and not sure how these attach. Thanks
They both come with mounting hardware to attach to a roof rack. The thing you need to look at is the dynamic load rating of your rack. Make sure it can handle the weight of the tent. Generally you need to buy a separate rack or load bars.
@@Venture2RoamI too just started looking at rooftop tents. But I do not have any experience with roof racks. I have a JLU like you. What do you use now. I will be opting for the Topoak so which rack would you recommend
@@dupton8000 I use the Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform with the Backbone system. You might look at their roof bars instead of the platform. Also, Adventure Rack Systems makes some great options for JLs...it's owned by MetalCloak (channel sponsor) and my buddy Chris has run their stuff for years and loves it. Good luck!!!!
Cool stuff! (FYI: The Topoak is not currently available on Amazon) Thanks for your review!
I'm sorry to hear that. They's been having trouble keeping things in stock.
I bought the Topoak RTT a few months back and just mounted it to my FJ last night. I inspected it when it was delivered and no damage. When I hook the ladder in place to climb up I noticed one of the locking tabs was dented in and will not lock in place. The other issue was the telescoping support arm that attaches to the “U” bar, the latch broke. I contacted Topoak last night and had a response when I woke up. They said I would have to replace the support arm, I’m hoping they send me one. They didn’t believe the ladder was broke and told me to get the lock tab to set with a tool? I’m still happy with the purchase and tent delivered for $1,598.
My telescoping support in my Roofnest broke too. Same in my smittybilt. Those things do not hold up well in the cold…especially the plastic connectors at each end. Odd ladder problem…I’ll ask Topoak to read this comment.
Dear Customer.
We're truly sorry for your bad experience.The ladder may have experienced pressure during transport, potentially leading to damage. We'll send you a new ladder and a new supporting arm. Every tent has a 2-year warranty, so please don't worry. Feel free to contact us again if you have any other questions. Thank you for choosing TopOak
@@Venture2Roam Topoak reached back out after the message you sent. They are sending me a new ladder and support arm. Thank you for contacting them and I want to say that Topoak has GREAT customer support! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
@@toyotatrailtrash Great to hear!
do you think 6'4" in would fit length wise without toes being compressed by roof? i tried my buddies roofnest falcon xl but the wedge didnt work well for 6'4" folks. do you think either of these would work better?
No I don’t. I think you’d be squished. You might look at the Colorado 4X4 that pops the hinged angle up and allows for a bigger footbox
I have heard rooftop tents and other things being stolen, especially these days. Does Wingnuts make that a lot easier. So for those of you watching don't forget to take that into consideration over the convenience of a Wingnut
I've never heard of an RTT being stolen...but I'm not debating you that it happens. In that case, the wingnuts probably do make it easier for someone to get it off the rack...If crime is a concern, maybe figure out how to use a bike lock or something to secure it to your rig?
Would buy roofnest again have a sparrow xl, older one with the plastic roof. Only complaint is it’s not ready to be out in the sun 24/7. Started cracking year 2. Aluminum would fix this, which is the only complaint.
I still really like my Roofnest. It's a nicer tent..also more expensive, but I don't regret buying it!
Great video thanks Will, and hello from Boise. We have a Thule Tepui Explorer on our Tacoma and it works pretty well, other than the time it takes to set up and take down. I'm 6'2" and I'm not sure these wedge style tents will have as much interior space as the older style Tepuis like ours, although I think you said you're also over 6' ?. We leave it installed year-round because the truck is always garaged and its a total pain to take the RTT off and on the truck. I think what many people forget is that using a RTT and moving camp every day is a major pain. They are best if you're going to stay put for a few days in each place, IMHO. But your comparison is sure leaning me towards that TopOak. ;-)
These style wedge tents have enough room for you because of the extra pop out. I’m 6’1” and have lots of room. He cool thing about these RTTs is they are blazing fast to set up and tear down. My old soft shell took forever and was a mess to put up and take down…but these are really fast and easy. Nice to see comments from a fellow Boisean!
Good to know the space is adequate for taller guys in these wedge RTTs. I agree that the real downside of the older style is the setup and takedown time. I have to say that between your channel, Outdoor Auto, Revere Overland and Chase Christopher (another Boisean) you guys have absolutely the best channels on YT and they always have gems of info that I can use. Happy Holidays! @@Venture2Roam
@@exrhodie1234 I need to watch Chase Christopher...never heard of him..but if he's from Boise I want to watch him :). Happy Holidays to you!!!!
Roof nest is having a great sale right now.
Anyone know something similar to the topoak that ships to the UK?
Does the top oak have enough room to leave sleeping bags or bedding in it while closed?
Yes. It has room for sleeping bags and pillows.
Hi there. Im looking for a similar tent. However, the problem is I live in Canada. I looked at the shipping, customs, and other fees. It adds quite a bit to the price. On top of the Canadian dollar versus American dollar difference. Can you recommend a similar Amazon model, that is available on Amazon Canada?
You might look at Skye Tent. It’s based in Canada.
Does TopOak make a version of what the Condor would be?
I think they are coming out with one very soon.
Мой друг. Главный плюс палатки Roof Nest. Крыша с выштамповкой - рифлёная - выступающая часть - что дает большую жесткость конструкции. Жесткость на скручивание. Это самый большой ПЛЮС.
Great comment, and information!
Hey my dude, what roof rack systems are in this video?
Rhino Rack Backbone with Pioneer Platform in the Wrangler and Front Runner load bars on the Gladiator.
pretty good review sir! I have the tuff stuff alpha and semi-regret it. Long setup time...
I had a tent very similar to the Alpah (desert armor tank xl). It was a massive step up from my smittybilt, but the newer wedge style tents are offering more room and super fast set up and tear down...so it's hard to think about going back.
yep! My friend has a wedge style and its really quick. The only thing the tuff stuff alpha style tents have is more room. We can do 2 adults and 2 smaller kids without feeling like a can of sardines. That said I think Ill be switching to a wedge style and probably one of the $1200 versions and put money into the mattress. :)@@Venture2Roam
@@RavensEyeOffroad My parents run a 2 person alpha and the the mattress looks really nice in those. On the wedges...we bought 6 inch exped foam inlfatable mattress...it's incredibly comfortable..but much more cumbersome to pack away because deflation is a pain.
@Venture2Roam the alpha mattress is ok. I took it out after our Utah trip to clean it and it's just 4" thick foam. Not much to it honestly.
yeah - lots of give and take. Thank you for yacking with me on here! Ill add your channel to my own channels favorites. (not that you need my help lol) But I do like to recommend folks who seem sincere. @@Venture2Roam
What is the floor material of the roofnest?
It has an Aluminum base on the floor.
your link for the Topoak amazon link is sending me to a liner for said tent for 159 dollars, but description says its the tent?
No sure what you are referring to..but the insulated liner is here: topoakoverland.com/products/insulator-for-rooftop-tent
@@Venture2Roam i click your amazon link for the tent and it gives me the liner
@@sylermranmaybe they are out of stock on the tent and it’s redirecting you there?
Topoak eh? Looks hard to beat!
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I've missed a few of your most recent videos ... have you had the Gladiator for a while? First time seeing it ... 😆
We got the Gladiator back in late August. I'm loving it. Next info video will be about putting 37s on it without a lift!
So what happened to Finn?@@Venture2Roam
@@frandrew1 Finn is currently for sale :)
That must be bittersweet. I am sure he'll find a great home. It is neat to see that you went with the Mojave. When my wife and I first started looking into Jeeps and overlanding, I was convinced that I wanted a Gladiator, and I was seriously looking at the Mojave for a lot of the reasons that you mentioned ... then life happened, and we needed to get a vehicle unexpectedly, and the Gladiator was out of our budget at that moment in our lives, so we got a 2015 JKU Sahara w/manual trans. instead, and we love it! The Gladiator might still be out there for us at some point, but for now we are loving the JK! Thanks for all of your great videos, we really enjoy them and have been inspired by you and some others to take a stab at this overlanding/camping/outdoor adventure thing. Keep it up!@@Venture2Roam
What about customer support, or warranty?
I didn't cover that because I didn't think I was equipt to do so. Customer support is big company vs little company. Topoak, being the little company is kind a smaller outfit, but they have been very responsive. Roofnest is larger and has more infrastructure, so you can chat with them on FB or other places pretty easily. Topoak has a 2 year warranty, but I don't know exactly what it entails. Not sure about Roofnest's warranty, which is why I didn't mention..didn't want in tip the scales just because I didn't have the info.
How thick is the Top oak when closed? On their website it says its 4.75' but the Roofnest says 8'
It’s Almost exactly the same as the Roofnest. Between 8 and 9 inches.
thanks for the reply. Odd that Top Oak states its 4.75' on their website...@@Venture2Roam
It's definitely not that lol. I think it was like 8.5 when I measured it..but I didn't write it down.
The Roofnest Falcon Pro is currently marked down to $2,495. They are also on back-order.
I like seeing that price drop!!
Does this fit a 2005 z71 Tahoe?
I think the roof rack is more important than the rig. Just make sure the dynamic weight rating if your cross bars or rack is enough for the weight of the tent.
You can add mattress thickness to the stock mattress. Don’t see the value in paying 3x the money for a tent that does the same thing and may be swapped out prior to its wearing out.
Valid point.
Love my RTT, but the price of these brands are getting insane. My opinion...I just don't see the value of the expensive option. Especially since I use a comfy Hest air mattress in all my tents. Now, paying silly money for a camping trailer...totaly justified😅😂(yeah, i did that)
Companies like TopOak are putting good pressure on the market. Prices have to come down I think.
Is that the rsi smart cap you have for the gladiator?
Yes it is.
@@Venture2Roam thanks I'm guessing that is the cheapest option for something that will support a rooftop tent
Well other then a rack
@@allensbbqrotisserie5989 Not sure. I think there are some other other options out there, but not sure of the brands or price. Alucab makes a good one. Kuat is coming out with something similar. But there are some "off-brands" out there too.
@@Venture2Roam awesome thanks yeah I found a xplor rack that pretty good and affordable to get
BEEN FIXED. FYI the second link (for the RoofNest tent) actually goes to a TopOak tent.
Thank you!!! I swapped it out for this one: geni.us/RoofNestFalconPro
@@Venture2Roam Cool. GREAT review, BTW!!!
@@VideosOffRoad Thank you!!!
I got my Roofnest falcon pro for $2500 direct through Roofnest as an open box, so that’s another option to consider to save money.
Same warranty and everything, it did arrive with a very small dent on the roof, I called them, they offered to exchange it or just give me $300 back, I took the cash because it was tiny, superficial, and nobody will ever see it.
That's a smoking deal on those tents. I looked at doing that when I got mine, but none were available. At that price, it's hard not recommend going with the Roofnest if you can afford it.
Topoak not available on Amazon as of right now…
Ugh…sorry to hear that. I think they keep running out of stock.
Amazon only has one Topoak left … selling fast!!
Wow. They said they had more stock coming soon though.
No differences as far I'm concerned, I only sleep in it so yeh cheaper the better
Does the same thing… I rather goes with the cheaper tent and save money for something else, I don’t know why people spend over $4k for iKamper tent 😂
And the Topoak is unavailable on Amazon already.
Dang. They keep selling out. You might go to their website instead - last time I emailed the owner he said a shipment was coming in soon and you can still buy it...it just has a delayed shipping date.
lighter, wider, better then higher
Different specs are important to different people. To each their own.
Stainless steel costs more than rust prone painted steel. Stainless hardware is points for Roofnest.
I agree.
But, is the RoofNest $3,000 better....?
That’s really subjective to the buyer I think. The Roofnest is a great tent, but it’s not a budget tent.
Topoak looks like it is made for solar
I actually think both are. The RN lid has a molded spot to mount solar as well
TopOak RTT is no longer available
I think they are out of stock, but should have more soon.
Unfortunately TopOak is out of stock, sadly.😢
Bummer to hear..hope the fix that quickly.
The long pockets on each side look like you could store your flip flops or shoes in them one side for wife one side for husband
LOL..why yes I could. But I'll probably still leave them down on the ground...the mice have to eat too ;)
@@Venture2Roamyou could always leave them on the bed rail/tonneau of the Gladiator or roof of the Wrangler.
@@J.Young808I could…but I probably won’t 😂
i made the mistake of buying an Ikamper.. definitely not the quality i expected. worst most expensive tent on the market. customer service was awful . dont ever buy
Sorry to hear that!
SUCKER, IVE AVOIDED THE DIESEL HEATER AT LESST😂
Not a bad option actually. They are very finicky
Yah right. I can’t find that price at all. Click bate
No clickbait here..Prices are real.
The fact that you called it stamped concrete I lost all interest in your opinion and knowledge.
😂. Sometimes my brain does weird things when the camera is rolling.