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Racking your brain about raising the roof?
Whether you’re tackling it solo or hosting a mounting party, Ben and Lauren break down the essential know-how of roof top tent installation. Our gear gurus explore everything from weight ratings and rack configurations to platform systems and positioning preferences – proving that with the right approach and a helping hand, you’ll have a mounting success story and elevated sleeping quarters in no time!
Ben and Lauren unpack how to handle camping catastrophes with a productive, spring-back attitude.
Shortcuts:
00:00 – Intro
01:35 – How to Mount a Roof Top Tent
02:32 – Roof Load and Racks Weight Rating
02:50 – Roof Top Tent Operation
03:13 – Awning Considerations
03:21 – Host a Mounting Party!
04:52 – Have Fun but Be Safe
05:41 – Mounting Off-Centre
07:18 – Door-to-Door and Boot-to-Bonnet Systems
08:49 – Platform Roof Racks
11:37 – Ben’s RTT Mounting Experience
14:05 – Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platforms x Roof Top Tent Designs
16:53 – Door-to-Door Vs Boot-to-Bonnet Configurations
17:31 – Summary
Mentioned in this Episode:
Products:
OZtrail Canning 1300 Rooftop Tent
23ZERO Panther Hard Shell Rooftop Tents
23ZERO Yowie Hard Shell Rooftop Tents
Inspired Overland Lightweight Rooftop Tents
KAON Rhino-Rack Pioneer Bracket Set
Podcasts:
Ep114 – Roof Top Tents with Dave & Jacob from Snowys Brendale
Ep125 – Rooftop Tents, Awnings, & Everything OZtrail 2024 with Michael & Ben
Blogs:
The Ultimate Guide to 4WD Roof Racks
Best 4WD and Touring Tents for 2024
How to Choose the Best Roof Top Tent for You
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From tent pegs and air tents, to setups for summer and one-pot wonders – our gear gurus Ben and Lauren unpack the topics on every camper’s tongue, taking each minute to the limit with how-to’s, destinations, and expert interviews. Be it a swag, tent, or ‘swent’ – set up camp with us!