I was tired of all the "crap" RTT's, so I made my own. - TERRAPOD!
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An industry first is coming in early 2021. Following the First Edition Production we will open up pre-orders.
Side note - we just reached out to the admins to become a sponsor. After all...the tent was born here.
Love the colors you choose for the rtt Chad. I hate the black colors some vendors choose. Too much heat retention if you're out in the desert or just in a hot area. Keep up the good work sir.
Terrapod
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KICKSTARTER is COMPLETE! And...the First Edition production run is sold out +.
A big hearty thank you to all who have chosen the Terrapod RTTx for your Roof top tent. We appreciate the opportunity to build you a top quality sleep system for your adventures. If you are a First Edition customer, look for an email update in the coming days. It will contain next steps and what is to come.
Thank you! If you missed out, the next production run is coming very soon (Jan 2021).
A big hearty thank you to all who have chosen the Terrapod RTTx for your Roof top tent. We appreciate the opportunity to build you a top quality sleep system for your adventures. If you are a First Edition customer, look for an email update in the coming days. It will contain next steps and what is to come.
Thank you! If you missed out, the next production run is coming very soon (Jan 2021).
Terrapod
New member
Terrapod Update: 08/19/21
Many thanks to all of the 4Runner faithful. With Production #1 in the books...Production #2 is underway.
A big, hearty THANK YOU goes out to our First Edition customers. You guys have been tremendous. Your enthusiasm and excitement for Terrapod has been fantastic. And...on the days that have been tough, this fact has helped us a ton. So...again, thank you!
Production Status:
Production has restarted and we have the first few underway. While we were scheduled to get things going a couple weeks ago, some supply chain delays which, in turn have caused some startup delays. But...we see the light and we should be up to full speed in about a week.
For those new customers - trust me, we want you to get your tents. We love our growing Terrapod family and truly look forward to delivering tents to each of you.
Kos is reaching out to those who are next in line. He will be confirming orders and getting everything ready to go. Please be sure to connect with him.
Lastly - we will have an exciting announcement for our West Coast Customers very soon. Stay tuned.
Till then...Adventure Simple.
Cheers.
Many thanks to all of the 4Runner faithful. With Production #1 in the books...Production #2 is underway.
A big, hearty THANK YOU goes out to our First Edition customers. You guys have been tremendous. Your enthusiasm and excitement for Terrapod has been fantastic. And...on the days that have been tough, this fact has helped us a ton. So...again, thank you!
Production Status:
Production has restarted and we have the first few underway. While we were scheduled to get things going a couple weeks ago, some supply chain delays which, in turn have caused some startup delays. But...we see the light and we should be up to full speed in about a week.
For those new customers - trust me, we want you to get your tents. We love our growing Terrapod family and truly look forward to delivering tents to each of you.
Kos is reaching out to those who are next in line. He will be confirming orders and getting everything ready to go. Please be sure to connect with him.
Lastly - we will have an exciting announcement for our West Coast Customers very soon. Stay tuned.
Till then...Adventure Simple.
Cheers.
Terrapod
New member
OVERLAND EXPO WEST - Terrapod is there!
Howdy folks! Are you planning on attending Overland Expo West? The very latest Terrapod RTTx XL tent will be on display. It's the perfect chance to get hands on and see the quality of our tents.
We are at the following location:
Rhino Adventure Gear Booth P67: 35.140649, -111.692140
Location Details:
Howdy folks! Are you planning on attending Overland Expo West? The very latest Terrapod RTTx XL tent will be on display. It's the perfect chance to get hands on and see the quality of our tents.
We are at the following location:
Rhino Adventure Gear Booth P67: 35.140649, -111.692140
Location Details:
Terrapod
New member
>> HAPPY 2022!! - Terrapod Production Update 12/30/21 <<
First and foremost, thank you to all of you who have chosen Terrapod. We would not be at the point we are if you had not decided to chose us. For that we are very appreciative. We thank you for your passion and excitement for our products and we are making every effort to increase the production pace in order to better serve our customers.
Terrapod News:
- Sewing Teams - Terrapod has secured a partnership with a professional, high-level sewing group. Effective mid-Jan 2022 and on, we will be increasing our output of sewn products dramatically. This partnership will result in an increase in fabric quality with a faster output of sewn materials. This pace will directly impact tent output.
- Materials - Terrapod has secured materials to provide an entire run of tents for 2022. It took forever...but we did it. Another 3000 lbs of our proprietary aluminum extrusion is in our warehouse. In addition, Terrapod has been assured our proprietary composite panels will be available by our composites partner.
- Regional Destination Dealers & Shipping - Terrapod has secured 3 major market dealer locations. We are presently working to secure more in the Texas / Oklahoma region, and the Northeast region. These dealers will serve as destinations to receive your Terrapod RTTx tents. We have also worked with our dealers to help our customers with installs (installation fees will apply).
The following destination dealers have been established:
- West Coast, South: Rhino Adventure Gear San Marcos, CA
- West Coast, Mid / North: Rhino Adventure Gear, Fremont, CA.
- Rocky Mtn Region: Juniper Overland, Denver, CO.
- Southeast / Atlantic Region: Terrapod HQ Gainesville, GA
- Shipping - Due to the Covid situation that has plagued the entire shipping industry, freight shipping fees have dramatically (see ridiculously) skyrocketed and are out of control. As a result - shipping singular tents to direct customers can be done - BUT IS NOT RECOMMENDED AT THIS TIME. Reason - the cost to do this method, while possible, is insanely expensive. (To the order of $800+ depending on location). OUR SOLUTION - By shipping groups of tents within a singular crate, we can divide the cost by the quantity of tents, resulting in a more reasonable cost. In addition, our crates will provide a better protection. Lastly - our destination dealers have all been chosen with our customers' needs in mind. Meaning - These dealers have all the capability to install your tent and help you accessorize and outfit your rig. Win, win.
Ordering - Please know, Terrapod is presently in a transition to supply all Destination Dealers with RTTx Tents for sale. While we do have a reservation list, we request all future customers check out our regional dealers closest to you as we make the switch to a dealer sales model.
Tent Colors - Effective Dec'21 and on Terrapod has selected 3 fabric color sets for our RTTx XL & SOLO tents. Those colors are:
- Desert Tan with Black Rainfly
- Standard Grey with Orange Rainfly
- Graphite Grey with Blue Rainfly
(Other rainfly colors will be available separately.) In addition, the light grey coated parts have been discontinued. We will continue working through the remaining parts. Once depleted, a new darker grey will be used. It has a dramatic look and style that fits with all the available fabric color sets.
Production Status & Covid:
Terrapod has been repeatedly hit with delays within our supply chain. Some quite randomly, but still harsh. This also includes sickness happening within our own walls. Just recently, our new sewing team tested positive for Covid-19 and will be down for the count for at least 2 weeks. We know we are not alone in this scenario. While we do see a light at the end of the tunnel, we kindly ask for continued patience, as we are all being effective by this virus.
Please note - Various parts and colors are backordered due to Covid. We will make announcements and let our dealers know once they are available.
2022 and on:
We are excited for the future. We love meeting our customers when they come to our HQ for an install. And...we absolutely love seeing the passion for what we are trying to accomplish. Overall, Terrapod is working hard to improve our pace, quality and execution of our expedition-grade tents and we thank you for the opportunity to bring you the only true roof top tent that has been designed, tested and built here, in the USA.
Happy 2022. Cheers.
Adventure simple.
First and foremost, thank you to all of you who have chosen Terrapod. We would not be at the point we are if you had not decided to chose us. For that we are very appreciative. We thank you for your passion and excitement for our products and we are making every effort to increase the production pace in order to better serve our customers.
Terrapod News:
- Sewing Teams - Terrapod has secured a partnership with a professional, high-level sewing group. Effective mid-Jan 2022 and on, we will be increasing our output of sewn products dramatically. This partnership will result in an increase in fabric quality with a faster output of sewn materials. This pace will directly impact tent output.
- Materials - Terrapod has secured materials to provide an entire run of tents for 2022. It took forever...but we did it. Another 3000 lbs of our proprietary aluminum extrusion is in our warehouse. In addition, Terrapod has been assured our proprietary composite panels will be available by our composites partner.
- Regional Destination Dealers & Shipping - Terrapod has secured 3 major market dealer locations. We are presently working to secure more in the Texas / Oklahoma region, and the Northeast region. These dealers will serve as destinations to receive your Terrapod RTTx tents. We have also worked with our dealers to help our customers with installs (installation fees will apply).
The following destination dealers have been established:
- West Coast, South: Rhino Adventure Gear San Marcos, CA
- West Coast, Mid / North: Rhino Adventure Gear, Fremont, CA.
- Rocky Mtn Region: Juniper Overland, Denver, CO.
- Southeast / Atlantic Region: Terrapod HQ Gainesville, GA
- Shipping - Due to the Covid situation that has plagued the entire shipping industry, freight shipping fees have dramatically (see ridiculously) skyrocketed and are out of control. As a result - shipping singular tents to direct customers can be done - BUT IS NOT RECOMMENDED AT THIS TIME. Reason - the cost to do this method, while possible, is insanely expensive. (To the order of $800+ depending on location). OUR SOLUTION - By shipping groups of tents within a singular crate, we can divide the cost by the quantity of tents, resulting in a more reasonable cost. In addition, our crates will provide a better protection. Lastly - our destination dealers have all been chosen with our customers' needs in mind. Meaning - These dealers have all the capability to install your tent and help you accessorize and outfit your rig. Win, win.
Ordering - Please know, Terrapod is presently in a transition to supply all Destination Dealers with RTTx Tents for sale. While we do have a reservation list, we request all future customers check out our regional dealers closest to you as we make the switch to a dealer sales model.
Tent Colors - Effective Dec'21 and on Terrapod has selected 3 fabric color sets for our RTTx XL & SOLO tents. Those colors are:
- Desert Tan with Black Rainfly
- Standard Grey with Orange Rainfly
- Graphite Grey with Blue Rainfly
(Other rainfly colors will be available separately.) In addition, the light grey coated parts have been discontinued. We will continue working through the remaining parts. Once depleted, a new darker grey will be used. It has a dramatic look and style that fits with all the available fabric color sets.
Production Status & Covid:
Terrapod has been repeatedly hit with delays within our supply chain. Some quite randomly, but still harsh. This also includes sickness happening within our own walls. Just recently, our new sewing team tested positive for Covid-19 and will be down for the count for at least 2 weeks. We know we are not alone in this scenario. While we do see a light at the end of the tunnel, we kindly ask for continued patience, as we are all being effective by this virus.
Please note - Various parts and colors are backordered due to Covid. We will make announcements and let our dealers know once they are available.
2022 and on:
We are excited for the future. We love meeting our customers when they come to our HQ for an install. And...we absolutely love seeing the passion for what we are trying to accomplish. Overall, Terrapod is working hard to improve our pace, quality and execution of our expedition-grade tents and we thank you for the opportunity to bring you the only true roof top tent that has been designed, tested and built here, in the USA.
Happy 2022. Cheers.
Adventure simple.
Terrapod
New member
Howdy Adventure-type Peoples! How about a Terrapod Production update?!
First the stellar news!
I am very happy to report, production is finally showing signs of progress as pace begins to pick up. We are presently working hard to whittle down the reservations so we may improve the lead times. That said - if you are interested in purchasing a Terrapod RTTx XL or SOLO, make your reservations sooner than later. We are seeing weekly reservations come in and the longer you wait to reserv your's, the longer the line might be.
Tents are currently being produced in a more manageable pace due to improvements in material / supply lead times. Even our longest Covid-reelated lead time for our proprietary panels has improved tremendously.
Now the not-so-stellar news:
Shipping. Freight shipping has gone through the proverbial roof. Freight shippers have doubled and even tripled their costs...and then...wait for it...added a fuel surcharge on top it. Frankly, this is complete and utter BS. And...is unfortunately completely out of our control. We are not alone in this, virtually every industry is effected.
We will continue to ship out to our regional partners in bulk where applicable, to aid customers with costs, etc. And, we will provide direct shipping as well. Of course, you are always welcome to visit us and have a cup of coffee, while we install your tent.
And lastly some final bits:
>> All active and non-active military persons, as well as first responders will be given a 10% discount on all products we offer as a thank you for your service.
>> We now offer a compatible mounting system for the Jeep JK/JL Wrangler Unlimited Hard Tops with the Rhino-Rack Backbone system in place. This mounting offers the lowest profile while allowing a secure mount for the RTTx XL.
>> For the most current and up-to-date Terrapod production information, be sure to visit our website's home page.
In the meantime, Adventure Simple.
Cheers,
Chad
First the stellar news!
I am very happy to report, production is finally showing signs of progress as pace begins to pick up. We are presently working hard to whittle down the reservations so we may improve the lead times. That said - if you are interested in purchasing a Terrapod RTTx XL or SOLO, make your reservations sooner than later. We are seeing weekly reservations come in and the longer you wait to reserv your's, the longer the line might be.
Tents are currently being produced in a more manageable pace due to improvements in material / supply lead times. Even our longest Covid-reelated lead time for our proprietary panels has improved tremendously.
Now the not-so-stellar news:
Shipping. Freight shipping has gone through the proverbial roof. Freight shippers have doubled and even tripled their costs...and then...wait for it...added a fuel surcharge on top it. Frankly, this is complete and utter BS. And...is unfortunately completely out of our control. We are not alone in this, virtually every industry is effected.
We will continue to ship out to our regional partners in bulk where applicable, to aid customers with costs, etc. And, we will provide direct shipping as well. Of course, you are always welcome to visit us and have a cup of coffee, while we install your tent.
And lastly some final bits:
>> All active and non-active military persons, as well as first responders will be given a 10% discount on all products we offer as a thank you for your service.
>> We now offer a compatible mounting system for the Jeep JK/JL Wrangler Unlimited Hard Tops with the Rhino-Rack Backbone system in place. This mounting offers the lowest profile while allowing a secure mount for the RTTx XL.
>> For the most current and up-to-date Terrapod production information, be sure to visit our website's home page.
In the meantime, Adventure Simple.
Cheers,
Chad
