Rooftop Tent (RTT)

don simon · 28-01-2018, 17:58

After a lot of deliberation I finally decided on the Howling Moon RTT for the simple reason that it has a heavier canvas than the cheaper Chinese tents, I would think that it has a better build quality than the Chineses jobbies too.
I think it's fair to say that it'll go from this.

IMG_6212 by Simon Carter, en Flickr
To this in 5-10 minutes.

IMG_6228 by Simon Carter, en Flickr
I was hoping to have a few minutes to myself playing with the tent and the camera. Unfortunately everyone wanted a chat, and I couldn't not allow the interested have a good look at it. And there were thumbs up from everyone.
I'm impressed with the build quality, it seemed quite stable in the breeze today. The only odd bit is the floating sensation as the vehicle suspension reacts to the movement upsatairs. With the windows closed, it's proper dark inside, so no more sleep depravation in the summer. The mattress seems to be thick enough for a good night's sleep/ There are six windows for when you want a view or more light inside and the overhang is plenty for the cooking area.
Roofrack was bespoke from SDV in Clitheroe, who did a top job.
Now to look for a 3.6m awning to cover the side of the vehicle from tent to front door.
Am I happy with it?
Absobloodylutely!

Now to look at the suspension upgrade.

jims-terrano · 28-01-2018, 18:06

Dead jealous

Have you got an awning thing to zip around rear of vehicle and enclose the steps. I dare not ask the price of that bit of kit but it look brilliant.

don simon · 28-01-2018, 18:10

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Originally Posted by jims-terrano

Dead jealous

Have you got an awning thing to zip around rear of vehicle and enclose the steps. I dare not ask the price of that bit of kit but it look brilliant.

There is an annexe for the rear. I haven't tried it yet
When's the next meet?

jims-terrano · 28-01-2018, 18:11

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Originally Posted by don simon

There is an annexe for the rear. I haven't tried it yet
When's the next meet?

Not soon enough I could do with a weekend away

don simon · 28-01-2018, 18:17

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Originally Posted by jims-terrano

Not soon enough I could do with a weekend away

Best we get something organised then.

Davey Boy · 28-01-2018, 23:39

Nice one Simon, proper canvas!

Jay666d · 29-01-2018, 00:11

That looks awesome man!

Really want one of those!

terranosaurusdoug · 29-01-2018, 02:42

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Originally Posted by jims-terrano

Not soon enough I could do with a weekend away

Quote:

Originally Posted by don simon

Best we get something organised then.

Peak district

jims-terrano · 29-01-2018, 08:40

I just watched a video of someone who did a wild camp on Kinder in all that snow we had recently, pity we couldn’t get our trucks up there

Fez_uk · 29-01-2018, 09:59

great bits of kit but so heavy!

terranosaurusdoug · 29-01-2018, 10:07

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Originally Posted by jims-terrano

I just watched a video of someone who did a wild camp on Kinder in all that snow we had recently, pity we couldn’t get our trucks up there

When you say can't do mean not not allowed or was that a challenge

don simon · 29-01-2018, 10:38

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Originally Posted by terranosaurusdoug

When you say can't do mean not not allowed or was that a challenge

Frontera/ Snowdon, and that's all I'll say on the matter.
Twice.

terranosaurusdoug · 29-01-2018, 14:20

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Originally Posted by don simon

Frontera/ Snowdon, and that's all I'll say on the matter.
Twice.

I accept both challenges

don simon · 11-03-2018, 16:10

Went for a play and set up the annexe.

IMG_6241 by Simon Carter, en Flickr
I thought it was going to be the lightweight nylon one, but it's the extremely heavy canvas one which needs some manhandling to install. Once up, it's brilliant. Access to the rear of the vehicle for cooking, side doors and the whole rear side opens to make an awning.
And we all know how much I like an awning.

I really am impressed with this piece of kit.

jims-terrano · 11-03-2018, 16:16

Even more jealous now than I was before but I can’t see Mrs letting me have one really.
Superb piece of kit you deserve it mate

28-01-2018, 17:58	#1
don simon Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Gone. Vehicle: Terrano ii Posts: 2,215	Rooftop Tent (RTT) After a lot of deliberation I finally decided on the Howling Moon RTT for the simple reason that it has a heavier canvas than the cheaper Chinese tents, I would think that it has a better build quality than the Chineses jobbies too. I think it's fair to say that it'll go from this. IMG_6212 by Simon Carter, en Flickr To this in 5-10 minutes. IMG_6228 by Simon Carter, en Flickr I was hoping to have a few minutes to myself playing with the tent and the camera. Unfortunately everyone wanted a chat, and I couldn't not allow the interested have a good look at it. And there were thumbs up from everyone. I'm impressed with the build quality, it seemed quite stable in the breeze today. The only odd bit is the floating sensation as the vehicle suspension reacts to the movement upsatairs. With the windows closed, it's proper dark inside, so no more sleep depravation in the summer. The mattress seems to be thick enough for a good night's sleep/ There are six windows for when you want a view or more light inside and the overhang is plenty for the cooking area. Roofrack was bespoke from SDV in Clitheroe, who did a top job. Now to look for a 3.6m awning to cover the side of the vehicle from tent to front door. Am I happy with it? Absobloodylutely! Now to look at the suspension upgrade.

28-01-2018, 18:06	#2
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	Dead jealous Have you got an awning thing to zip around rear of vehicle and enclose the steps. I dare not ask the price of that bit of kit but it look brilliant.

28-01-2018, 23:39	#6
Davey Boy Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Dartmoor Vehicle: Patrol ZD30 SVE Posts: 960	Nice one Simon, proper canvas!

29-01-2018, 00:11	#7
Jay666d Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Northumberland Vehicle: Patrol GU3 (Y61) 3.0 SVE Posts: 1,375	That looks awesome man! Really want one of those!

29-01-2018, 08:40	#9
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	I just watched a video of someone who did a wild camp on Kinder in all that snow we had recently, pity we couldn’t get our trucks up there

29-01-2018, 09:59	#10
Fez_uk Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Mid-Wales Vehicle: Maverick 2.7 - Patrol 4.2 Posts: 5,645	great bits of kit but so heavy!

11-03-2018, 16:10	#14
don simon Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Gone. Vehicle: Terrano ii Posts: 2,215	Went for a play and set up the annexe. IMG_6241 by Simon Carter, en Flickr I thought it was going to be the lightweight nylon one, but it's the extremely heavy canvas one which needs some manhandling to install. Once up, it's brilliant. Access to the rear of the vehicle for cooking, side doors and the whole rear side opens to make an awning. And we all know how much I like an awning. I really am impressed with this piece of kit.

11-03-2018, 16:16	#15
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	Even more jealous now than I was before but I can’t see Mrs letting me have one really. Superb piece of kit you deserve it mate