roof top tents

[blue]

Has anyone owner or currently own a roof top tent?. I am considering buying one but am keen to know the pro's and cons of these things.

Thanks, Blue

[onallfour]

i have one on the roof of my trailer. It is great as the bed is made and doesnt take long to set up. Bedding can be ready for you but i dont keep pillows in it while it is folded and packed away for the next days drive. I have run 12v led lighting in it also. There are different sizes available but if you want more than 2 persons you will find it a bit of a squeeze. The awning is good also so you can get changed or have it as a bit of undercover kitchen area. I am happy with mine but have grown out of it as i have 2 offspring now to put to sleep somewhere since the purchase of the tent a few years back. Mine is similar to the one shown on the advertisement.

http://sydney.gumtree.com.au/c-Business-Services-other-business-services-Pino-Hire-Trailer-enclosed-camper-tradesman-moving-W0QQAdIdZ236183263

[cruisn06]

I have one. love it. bought it from pinnicle campers on ebay with an awning. its been great. use it lots, actually will be doing a week of camping with it in about 4 days.

comfy and cool when its hot our since you get the breeze.

cons- clearance maybe, I come in at almost 2.4m with it installed. on side slopes I sometimes am worried about hitting it on trees.

the wind, it can rock the truck, but I am thinking of fabricating a set of legs up that jsut lift the rear of the wagon up about .5 inch jsut to stablize it.

pros -
100 fold increased poser status
brings all the b*tches in
can play cards with 4 people comfortably when its raining out.
no rocks branches or other crap poking you whilst you sleep


A few photos to go with discussion:

Roof top tent setup:



There is a lot of room inside. very comfy to sleep in.

[peterdeg]

+1 put it on a trailer.
Nothing worse than having to fold it up so you can go and buy more beer.