8/31: Rooftop tent installation (and removal)
Once you’ve purchased your rooftop tent, you’ll soon discover that ownership fosters a remarkable level of spontaneity. You see, all it takes is to gather up a few essentials before you can leave Monday to Friday behind you and set off for a weekend of adventure. Escape from home, get outdoors, explore somewhere you’ve never […]
7/31: Weatherproofing is more than just keeping out the rain
It had been a relentlessly hot day with temperatures pushing extremes in a terrain bereft of any form of shadow-spending trees or structures. The awning was a blessing, but the lack of even the slightest whiff of a breeze meant that it wasn’t just hot, the whole area was a seething cauldron. As the day […]
6/31: Rooftop tent ladders – the runged hills leading to slumber
Ladders, you may well assume, cannot be complicated. Mostly made from aluminium, you will hardly be given a choice regarding style or action, because, when it comes to rooftop tents, they are already part of the package. Even so, a certain degree of observance cannot be wrong. I cannot imagine where you will be looking […]
5/31: Space inside a rooftop tent is more than mattress size
When investing in a rooftop tent, it’s essential to think beyond the obvious and immediate features. Picture your long-term camping experiences and how each aspect of the tent contributes to your adventure. Also consider how the number of people, weather swings and general climatic conditions can effect you and your travel companion(s). The interior space […]
4/31: Rooftop tent styles and a journey through history
The open road beckons, its horizon shimmering with the promise of adventure. Above your motorcar sits a rooftop tent, an invention as practical as it is audacious. But, before these marvels graced social media feeds, they were the embodiment of rugged ingenuity, born of necessity, and fine-tuned through the decades. Before we look at what […]
3/31: Choosing the right roof rack for your rooftop tent
As intrepid explorers, we understand the thrill of setting off on an adventure, the excitement of under-the-stars camping, all from the comfort of our trusty rooftop tents. However, as you prepare for your next expedition, it’s crucial to consider the foundation of your adventure: the roof rack. Let’s delve into the most common questions about […]
2/31: What are static and dynamic roof loads?
OK, so you want to buy a rooftop tent because it opens up new horizons. You can choose where your travels take you, and you can decide where you want to set up camp. Well, before you start scouring the internet in search of your mobile domicile, let’s first look at two of the most […]
1/31: How to Choose the Perfect Rooftop Tent
Feature image: exploring Portugal’s backcountry. Here we go! The first of 31 posts: an introduction to understanding what to look out for when buying a rooftop tent. If you thrive in the great outdoors, love navigating uncharted territories, and cherish the spirit of self-sufficiency, few experiences rival the thrill of affixing a rooftop tent to […]
