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The Eezi-Awn Galaxy Roof Tent is a Breath of Fresh Air

Great news for those who prefer a view of the great outdoors to a view of the canvas (and great news for the claustrophobic): The new Eezi-Awn Galaxy rooftop tent features a unique 6.9-foot full-length door/wall, four large windows, and skylights. Available from Equipt in the USA, the Galaxy is ideal for couples or solo travelers who prefer a slim,…

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Front Runner Launches Rivian Roof Rack Kits

Front Runner, acquired by Dometic in May 2021, has launched Slimline II roof rack kits specifically created for Rivian’s R1T and R1S models. Their timing could not be better as Rivian recently unveiled three new vehicles, the R2, R3, and R3X, and the brand is currently trending across our news feeds. Hopefully, we will be seeing Front Runner racks for…

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Hard-Shell Rooftop Tents :: Buyers Guide

In recent years, hard-shell rooftop tents (RTTs) have gained significant popularity, and there are compelling reasons for this despite their generally higher cost compared to soft-shell models. While both have their respective pros and cons, hard-shell tents are generally more durable, streamlined, and practical for specific applications. The practicality of a rooftop tent is evident not only in its ease…

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Jackery Debuts Solar Rooftop Tent Prototype at CES 2024

At CES 2024, Jackery, commonly known for its expertise in solar generators and portable power stations, unveiled its solar rooftop tent. This groundbreaking product is anticipated to inspire numerous imitations due to its innovative design and functionality. Nimesh Patel from Jackery introduced the solar RTT as a unique fusion of comfort and technology. Equipped with a 1,000-watt solar generator and…

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Thule Approach Rooftop Tent :: Field Tested

I was sure I’d never have to pay any attention to rooftop tents. Why devote precious cargo-hauling space to a place to sleep when ground tents take up such a small footprint inside of a car and can be set up in minutes? Plus, I had a built-out camper van with a comfortable bed in it and a teardrop trailer…

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Soft-shell Rooftop Tent :: Buyers Guide

Soft-shell rooftop tents have a long history, dating back almost as far as the invention of vehicles to which they could be attached. The concept of a canvas roof tent may have been inspired by the covered wagons that played a crucial role in trade and travel for centuries. There’s something undeniably charming about a canvas tent, reminiscent of the…

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Rooftop Tent Skills — Buy, Bolt-on, and Bug Out

In this age of hyperbuilt and overcomplicated overland vehicle builds, it is all too easy to forget that, above all else, your build should be affordable, practical, and straightforward. The rooftop tent (RTT) is not a new invention; we have all seen the images of overland vehicles built in the early 20th century equipped with basic but sturdy canvas rooftop…

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1995 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 w/ Campteq Roof :: Classifieds

We share a lot of beautiful overland classifieds but there’s just a small selection I’d choose to drive around the world, and today’s Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 is one of them. The Land Cruiser is almost the perfect overland vehicle but its big limiting factor for long-term travel is size. It’s not always sunshine and beach days on the road…

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Leitner Designs Unveils Versatile Universal Roof Rack and Rooftop Cargo System

Leitner Designs chose to unveil their new rooftop cargo system at this weekend’s Overland Expo Mountain West. The Active Cargo System Roof and GearPod Roof integrated rooftop storage system combines a platform rack and a dedicated rooftop cargo box under the umbrella of a single brand. The two products may be used independently but are best suited to each other…

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iKamper Expands BDV Rooftop Line With a Range of Accessories

Customizing your outdoor adventure rig is essential, as the “one size fits all” model doesn’t work and we all have our own style of travel and specific needs. The iKamper lineup of BDV (an) accessories is designed to enhance the functionality and customization options for your adventure vehicle. Noteworthy features include optimized gear storage, vista windows, solar power solutions, and…

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Roofnests’ Condor 2 New Foldout Rooftop Tents

Rooftop tents have come a long way from the bulky, side-hinged canvas, aluminum, and wood tents that popularised the concept in the late ’90s and early ’00s. Innovation is the name of the game for modern overland gear, and Roofnest, based in Boulder, Colorado, has introduced the newest iteration of their popular foldout rooftop tent series, the Condor 2 family….

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Dometic Unveils New TRT 140 Air Rooftop Tent and HUB 2 Inflatable Shelter in the USA

Halfway through 2022, Dometic launched the Rarotonga FTT Redux inflatable range of camping tents for the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) market. At the time, we noted that inflatable products generally had a less than optimal reputation in the outdoor market but, big BUT, these new products are designed, manufactured, and marketed by Dometic, a brand with an excellent reputation for…

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iKamper Launches PNW-Inspired Roof Tent at Seattle Store Launch

iKamper, the innovative outdoor equipment and rooftop tent brand, has announced the release of its first limited-edition rooftop tent called the PNW Edition. The tent will be available in both Skycamp 3.0 and Skycamp 3.0 Mini models. Based in the Pacific Northwest region of the US, the company has created this unique version to celebrate its home base and the…

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The Sword Hardshell Family Roof Top Tent Will Save You Big Bucks and Precious Time

Equipt Expedition Outfitters is now stocking the Sword Hardshell Roof Top Tent, the newest addition to the Eezi-Awn K9 line of camping accessories designed for small families. This spacious rooftop tent has a larger footprint, accommodating two adults and two children more comfortably than other clamshells or pop-up designs. Not only will you not have to install two rooftop tents…

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Overland Classifieds :: 1993 Mercedes Puch 230GE High Roof Camper

The classic G-Wagen, like the Land Rover Defender and Toyota Land Cruiser, is widely considered an overlanding icon. It is one of the 4WDs by which all others are measured and remains one of the best options for round-the-world travel. Even though they aren’t as numerous as Defenders and Land Cruisers, it’s no surprise that this legendary vehicle is a…

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Colfax Design Works Project TOAD 65 Liter Drybag: A Fully Waterproof Duffel That Doubles as a Backpack

Colfax Design Works is a soft goods designer that creates durable products for diverse environments. All their products are made in the USA to lessen the carbon footprint. They make products for adventure travel, and their primary offering is the Project TOAD (tactical operations amphibious drybags) 65-liter drybag.  I’ve been testing the TOAD drybag for the past month. It’s a…

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Roof Loading for Overland Travel: How Much is Too Much?

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2022 Issue. Many of you likely remember the Ford Explorer rollover lawsuits of the early 2000s. We were inundated daily with news reports about the dangers of the Explorer and the risk to society that SUVs posed in general. Fast forward 20 years, and though we hear less about SUV…

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Overland Classifieds :: 2018 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 170WB Sportsmobile with Alu-Cab Rooftop Tent

The Mercedes Sprinter has become synonymous with vanlife, and while some people have rallied against its popularity with the “One Less Sprinter” movement, there is no denying its appeal. Long-lived motors and drivetrains, acceptable fuel economy, driving comfort, on-demand OEM and aftermarket parts and accessories, and generous interior living spaces (with medium, long, and extra-long wheelbase options) are just some…

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Waterproof Your Adventure

For its 50th Anniversary in June, SHAD debuted its newest motorcycle soft bag in Barcelona, Spain, and now Shad TR40 Terra Adventure Saddlebags are available in the United States. Each lightweight bag offers a 32-liter capacity and up to 22 pounds of load per bag. Installation of the rack was easy with a little help from fellow rider Steven Polk…

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SylvanSport Announces Loft Hard Shell Roof Top Tent

There is a new, well-established player in the hard shell roof top tent (RTT) market, and with a well below average unit cost (and limited period of free shipping to the US Lower 48), this attractive, rapid set up roof tent is sure to be in high demand.  The Loft RTT is available in any color as long as that…

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