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We've been busy! Shop is being outfitted. We've ordered the swag and Kickstarter is about to go live. Oh yeah...this was produced too!

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Damn, just spent an hour reading this only to be disappointed on the last page.

Don't get me wrong, this rtt looks amazing! But 94" is too long for my rack - light bar mount in the front/Gobi ladder in the back means 89" MAX length, and what's with the side only access? Plenty of guys out there with fixed rear ladders now that are perfectly positioned for those who prefer rear entry 😎

Again, amazing product. I'm sure you'll sell a ton

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Damn, just spent an hour reading this only to be disappointed on the last page.

Don't get me wrong, this rtt looks amazing! But 94" is too long for my rack - light bar mount in the front/Gobi ladder in the back means 89" MAX length, and what's with the side only access? Plenty of guys out there with fixed rear ladders now that are perfectly positioned for those who prefer rear entry 😎

Again, amazing product. I'm sure you'll sell a ton


Thanks! Please note the unit is not recommended for mounting to rack. Doing so defeats the entire purpose of low-profile, lightweight & aerodynamic. The tent mounts direct to the vehicle and can be adjusted to accommodate ladders, and mount lights / run wiring directly to it.

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Looks damn nice. Sounds like because it is so low profile that a 3" mattress won't fit, thus the Xped. I guess that is the sacrifice you have to make. I think a lot of people like having a 3 or 4" foam mattress rather than a blow up mattress. But I haven't slept on an Xped so maybe it is better than your average blow up. But for those that want a low profile RTT this would be the obvious choice. I like that it is made in USA.
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Thanks! Please note the unit is not recommended for mounting to rack. Doing so defeats the entire purpose of low-profile, lightweight & aerodynamic. The tent mounts direct to the vehicle and can be adjusted to accommodate ladders, and mount lights / run wiring directly to it.

Thanks for the kudos, we appreciate it!
I get your point about rack mounting - your design goals are lightweight, aerodynamics, and function. But I'm not going to toss my rack in the trash so I can run your tent. I'm just not. It gets used to haul around all sorts of stuff (99.9% of the time) when it's not being used to support a rtt (0.01%)

For someone interested in leaving their rtt on the truck full time, your points make sense. For me, a rtt goes on Friday afternoon before driving a couple hours to a trailhead, then comes off Sunday night. A few extra mpg in between doesn't matter to me.

Again, I think what you've done in terms of design and construction is amazing, but the insistence on satisfying a niche and limiting the type of accessories which can be used with your rtt may cost you a few sales at the end of the day - this one included.
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I get your point about rack mounting - your design goals are lightweight, aerodynamics, and function. But I'm not going to toss my rack in the trash so I can run your tent. I'm just not. It gets used to haul around all sorts of stuff (99.9% of the time) when it's not being used to support a rtt (0.01%)

For someone interested in leaving their rtt on the truck full time, your points make sense. For me, a rtt goes on Friday afternoon before driving a couple hours to a trailhead, then comes off Sunday night. A few extra mpg in between doesn't matter to me.

Again, I think what you've done in terms of design and construction is amazing, but the insistence on satisfying a niche and limiting the type of accessories which can be used with your rtt may cost you a few sales at the end of the day - this one included.

Ok. We appreciate the feedback. As with any product, it's not for everyone. And...that is a-ok.
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I get your point about rack mounting - your design goals are lightweight, aerodynamics, and function. But I'm not going to toss my rack in the trash so I can run your tent. I'm just not. It gets used to haul around all sorts of stuff (99.9% of the time) when it's not being used to support a rtt (0.01%)

For someone interested in leaving their rtt on the truck full time, your points make sense. For me, a rtt goes on Friday afternoon before driving a couple hours to a trailhead, then comes off Sunday night. A few extra mpg in between doesn't matter to me.

Again, I think what you've done in terms of design and construction is amazing, but the insistence on satisfying a niche and limiting the type of accessories which can be used with your rtt may cost you a few sales at the end of the day - this one included.
I thought about this too. Really like the the idea of tents like the GFC and Terrapod that focus on weight and aerodynamics however direct mount systems mean that the tent will be the only that the roof and roof rack can be used for. Between those two I think the GFC is the worst offender in that it has a very specific mounting system and you have to chop the antenna. At least with the Terrapod I could go back to OEM or a Rhino Rack platform if I ever wanted to.

I feel the same way though, I don't necessarily want to run the RTT year round and could store it on a garage hoist when not needed. For those reasons I think I'm leaning more towards one of those slim CVT or FSR hardshells on a Sherpa Rack.
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I thought about this too. Really like the the idea of tents like the GFC and Terrapod that focus on weight and aerodynamics however direct mount systems mean that the tent will be the only that the roof and roof rack can be used for. Between those two I think the GFC is the worst offender in that it has a very specific mounting system and you have to chop the antenna. At least with the Terrapod I could go back to OEM or a Rhino Rack platform if I ever wanted to.

I feel the same way though, I don't necessarily want to run the RTT year round and could store it on a garage hoist when not needed. For those reasons I think I'm leaning more towards one of those slim CVT or FSR hardshells on a Sherpa Rack.
Man...too bad you guys have not been following along. 3 items:

1. The tent can be removed to still utilize the crossbars and Rhino-Rack backbone as a rack.
2. A rack accessory has been designed and is currently in test to utilize the tent lid as a rack.
3. We will work with buyers on the best method to mount, if they have a rack they wish to keep.
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Man...too bad you guys have not been following along. 3 items:

1. The tent can be removed to still utilize the crossbars and Rhino-Rack backbone as a rack.
2. A rack accessory has been designed and is currently in test to utilize the tent lid as a rack.
3. We will work with buyers on the best method to mount, if they have a rack they wish to keep.
As long as it fits on my Sherpa rack I'll be a happy camper. Rack accessory for the tent lid would be awesome.
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As long as it fits on my Sherpa rack I'll be a happy camper. Rack accessory for the tent lid would be awesome.
Happy to work with you to find the best method. Problem is - it's hard to hit every single rack maker. Far too many out there.
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1) I'm sure you have covered this but I wanted to clarify. This mounts to the factory roof rail mounting holes via an included Rhino rack backbone and requires no drilling?

2) How many inch's does it stand off the roof of the 4runner? (Darn low garage)






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