Hey I'm new to this. But I'm looking for a roof top tent on the cheaper side, preferably under 1000.
Any recommendations?
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I bought my hardshell RTT used--like new but used on only one father-son trip--for about half price almost four years ago.
The deals are out there, but you may have to search a good bit and be willing to drive a ways to get it. You can also do a search for "
rooftops tents under 1000" and see several.
** Before you get one, though, it'll pay to research more about the different types and determine what fits your style more; soft shell, hard shell, hybrid fold out, etc.
There are a ton of threads here on how folks perceive the pros and cons of different types of RTTs. Lots of threads on heat and cooling, too.
Here's a post I made in such a thread, with what I consider to be the benefits of my hardshell RTT, based on experience of over 600 nights out in all kinds of weather and situations:
What are the benefits of having a roof top tent versus just bringing a ground tent or having a set up in the back of your rig?
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Here are several more you may find helpful; all of which talk about rooftop tents and various types:
Soft shell, hard shell or ground tent?
I’m considering a RTT. I like the low profile of a hard shell. But they tend to take up the entire rack. I have an Apex Overland Frontrunner rack. Soft shell, hard shell or ground tent like a gazelle? Opinions?
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Rooftop Tent Camping - has several opinions on RTT, ground tents, why, etc:
In this video I brought up three major reasons why we chose to install a Roof Top Tent on our 2006 Jeep Wrangler. The tent is a Tepui Ayer. Small but perfect for this size of vehicle. For most of my entire life I have camped on the ground and still would to this day. The biggest reason we wanted...
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Eight pages of Roof Top Tent or Ground Tent:
Michael submitted an Article on the main site! Roof Top Tent or Ground Tent? [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][FONT=georgia]We’ve all seen epic pictures of Rooftop Tents out in the wild and thought, “Man, that looks awesome.” But how do you know if a RTT is right for... Continue reading...
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Nine pages of Rooftop Tent, Yay or Nay. OP asks who switched from RTT to ground tent, or vice versa, why, and if RTT are just gimmicks:
Have you switched from a RTT to a ground tent? Started out with a ground tent, went to a RTT, found out you didn’t like it and went back to the ground? Or, the other way around? Do you regret buying one? Are they mostly just a gimmicky thing? It’s okay, you can tell us the truth. Sometimes...
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Ten pages of "What is your preferred shelter? Rooftop Tent vs Ground Tent vs etc...
I'm new to the overlanding scene, and I'm trying to make some decisions about my rig/gear. I'll normally be by myself. My girlfriend may potentially tag along, but she'd prefer to take the camper (Coachmen Clipper 17FQ) if she's coming with me. So with all of the experience/knowledge in the OB...
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You will also get better response when you post questions like this in the different sub-forums instead of "New Members Start Here." There are subforums for all sorts of things; Gear, Rigs, and Q&A subforums on all sorts of things, too.
Good luck, hope you find just the right one at just the right price.
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