HOW TO BUY A ROOF TOP TENT

From bush tracks to beach camps its undeniable the roof top tent has taken over as the sleeping arrangement of choice for 4X4ers. There’s second hand $200 offerings ratchet strapped high above P-platers first cars, and high-end insulated offerings with LED lighting and charging points clamped firmly to the lightweight alloy rack of brand new 4X4s. They’re universal from hardcore weekend rigs to outback proven tourers, and there’s as much variety in the tents themselves as the rigs you can bolt them to.    Sound great? Yeah, they kind of are. But before you dive in and slap one on your rig, there’s a bit to consider. The market’s packed with options, and while choice is a good thing, it can also leave you scratching your head. That’s where this guide comes in. We’ll walk you through everything you need to know about buying a rooftop tent, so by the time you’ve finished reading, you’ll be ready to make an informed decision and hit the road with confidence.  WHAT IS A ROOFTOP TENT?  First off, let’s cover the basics. A rooftop tent is exactly what it sounds like, a tent that mounts to the roof of your 4X4, or beat up hatchback if you’re a backpacker “finding yourself” in the Aussie Outback. Unlike your standard ground tents that require flat, even…