Comments on: Roof Top Tent or Ground Tent?

By: daddy76

daddy76 — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:02:46 +0000

In reply to nismoz33.

I have never used a tent of this kind, but I can recommend this site, you will find what you are looking for.
https://campingrooftoptents.com

By: Jason Harris

Jason Harris — Tue, 10 Jul 2018 03:15:38 +0000

[QUOTE="DawgRaider, post: 234672, member: 15943"]Im a newbie to the rtt but I like the few times i have used it

Im in the process of building a trailer so it will go on there when I finish it so i can still have the truck mobile.

The one thing that takes getting use to is putting your boots on in the morning when flat on the tent floor im used to having a stool to sit on normally.

That would be the only negative I can think of and I had to think hard at that.[/QUOTE]

I hang my legs out the side of the tent which makes it easier for me

By: DawgRaider

DawgRaider — Tue, 10 Jul 2018 03:00:29 +0000

Im a newbie to the rtt but I like the few times i have used it

Im in the process of building a trailer so it will go on there when I finish it so i can still have the truck mobile.

The one thing that takes getting use to is putting your boots on in the morning when flat on the tent floor im used to having a stool to sit on normally.

That would be the only negative I can think of and I had to think hard at that.

By: Jason Harris

Jason Harris — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 23:35:38 +0000

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I was prob the biggest fighter against rtt and I owned a lot of different configurations of ground tents and at one time was sleeping in the land cruiser, since I broke down and bought a rtt I couldn’t be happier at times I miss the roof rack space but it’s a good trade out

By: Bob (Fishingbob)

Bob (Fishingbob) — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 17:09:53 +0000

Having a RTT mounted to a trailer in this case my Morris Mule Trailer is great I love to be able to disconnect the trailer base camp and head out to explore-fish etc. I don't always set up the annex just depends on how long I plan on staying in the area, campsite facilities etc. I also can hide my Porta Pottie , The annex is also great if your in an exposed area (wind) makes cooking a lot more enjoyable. There are some precautions that can be taken if your camping in an exposed area-there is nothing like being prepared for the worse or at least having options. I was on the road 4 months last year, this years it will be 6. Much of the time exposed to the wind.

I would talk to everyone I meet, get their perspective, what will your significant others needs be, what are your comfort level requirements-they change. Thirty years ago I was satisfied with a tarp over me-not now. Put some thought into the purchase before you purchase!! How often will you be using the set up? a few weekends a years or months on end. I find most people I talk to, doing what I'm doing pretty honest-ask people

thanks

Bob

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By: Passe-Partout

Passe-Partout — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 19:49:30 +0000

[QUOTE="Squaretyre, post: 138470, member: 4345"]

With a RTT, I don't feel they are quite so much as a candy wrapper in bear country.[/QUOTE]

I sometimes use a hammock when forest camping - fast and easy to set up and comfortable in hot weather. A friend once commented that I looked like a bear taco in my tent - I sleep with one eye open now....

By: APtrail2005

APtrail2005 — Mon, 02 Jul 2018 23:37:34 +0000

RRT can be very expensive for someone who is just starting out, amount of time to setup, where to put it when not being used, makes my Jeep to tall for my garage, etc. I get it, really I do, but for someone who spends a lot of time in their rig a RRT is a must. For myself I like the idea I can setup my tent anywhere (even a parking lot) without worrying about ground conditions. I live in Montana and our weather can change without warning, if I end up having to spend an extended amount of time in my tent due to weather (Rain or Snow) I like amount of room I have inside to move around while not worrying about outside conditions. I also travel a lot to AZ and Alaska each year. AZ desert is no place for sleeping on the ground with scorpions, and trust me when your in bear country you'll wish you had the higher ground (not saying any tent is bear proof). I guess it's the same as ARB fridge or Yeti cooler ... anyway at 50 years old I enjoy not sleeping on the ground.

By: wolftaco0503

wolftaco0503 — Mon, 02 Jul 2018 22:04:07 +0000

Like Michael said in the video it all your preference, I know I’m not going change anybody’s mind with my post. I say Hey if you got the money go for a RTT & RACK System. I know I would but I do have the coin now so I’ll sleep in my ground tent.

By: 4wheelspulling

4wheelspulling — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 05:20:45 +0000

I really don't know what to write after reading through this thread! I just hope everyone leaves their camping spot better than they found it. How ever you camp! Benz.

By: dorrson

dorrson — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 18:56:16 +0000

The wife and I have been looking into the trailer and rtt setups out there. Due to my current weight (400 lbs), I'm leary of getting a rtt. We've been thinking Terra drop with the RTT for the grandkids though.

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