Advantages and disadvantages of a soft-top tent<\/h3>\n
Soft-shell roof top tents are an excellent option for first-time buyers<\/strong>. They are often more spacious<\/strong> and affordable<\/strong> than their rigid counterparts.<\/p>\n Lighter<\/strong>, they also take up less space on the roof<\/strong>, leaving room for accessories such as water or fuel jerry cans. It’s also possible to put up two tents to sleep 4 people, which can be interesting if you’re going away as a family.<\/p>\n Folding\/unfolding is mainly done manually. Bedding can be left in place when the tent is closed. The mattress is cut in two, but this is not generally noticeable. It generally takes a little longer to open and close<\/strong> than with hard-shell tents, but no more than 5 to 10 minutes<\/strong>, which is still reasonable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/4×4-tente-de-toit.jpg” alt=”Bactrian camel in Ladakh Nubra valley” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”28px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”0px||14px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n You can’t put any accessories on top of the tent when it’s closed<\/strong>, so no solar panels or luggage. When unfolded, the tent forms a kind ofawning, useful in rainy weather or for shade<\/strong>. When folded, the tent is covered with waterproof canvas for protection.<\/p>\n There are two types:<\/p>\n – The bi-fold tent<\/strong>: this is the most common model<\/strong>, with the entire tent sandwiched between the two floors. This means that in the event of deployment, the usable surface area is double the stored surface area.<\/p>\n – The pull-up tent<\/strong> doesn’t fold in half. Only the roof supports are pulled up like a fan. The floor, and therefore the usable surface area, is the same whether the tent is stored or deployed.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=”Tomorrow's craftsmen” job_title=”Youtubers” url=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC-wzCLovRXvXrXXF7vFpW5A” portrait_url=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/vacation-e1573491953891.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n “In South Africa, we opted for a second-hand Hannibal Safari 2-seater tent. We’re really happy with it! Of all the roof tents we’ve come across, it’s always the most spacious and sturdy. It’s a South African brand made for safari, so the canvas is very solid. We’ve never had any problems, which is certainly due to its simplicity. The mattress is very comfortable. Only once did we have a scare: we were in the desert in Iran and a sand tornado formed. The wind blew so hard that the tent folded up. Honestly, this had never happened before, even during storms.”<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The canvas of your soft-top tent must be made of a breathable, waterproof and UV-treated main fabric <\/strong>. <\/strong>a heavier, fully waterproof over-roof<\/strong> to protect the outside of the tent from wind and rain. A heavy, thick fabric is used to cover the tent during transport.<\/p>\n In most cases, the materials proposed are :<\/p>\n Pay particular attention to the finish<\/strong>, especially the seams. In terms of waterproofing, heat seals are more resistant and more effective. Super-strong YKK zips guarantee long-term use. Check customer reviews whenever possible.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/4×4-tente-de-toit-souple-artisan-de-demain.jpg” alt=”4×4 soft-top tent” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Hard-shell <\/span>rooftop <\/span>tents are made of a hard material on top and bottom which, when closed, forms a protective layer over the canvas and bedding sandwiched inside.<\/p>\n They come in two main styles<\/strong>:<\/p>\n They can be opened mechanically using a crank handle or an assisted mechanism<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Fiberglass and aluminum<\/strong> are the main materials used to form the outer layer.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/photo-4×4-tente-de-toit-joffrey-maluski-scaled.jpg” alt=”Bactrian camel in Ladakh Nubra valley” title_text=”photo-4×4-roof-tent-joffrey-maluski” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ custom_padding=”2px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”12px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n While the hard-shell roof tent is a little heavier and takes up more space on the roof, you can still fit accessories on top<\/strong>: solar panels, luggage or even mountain bikes and kayaks. Be careful not to exceed the weight recommended by the manufacturer. <\/span>It opens and even closes in less than a minute<\/strong>. You can leave the bedding in place and find it exactly as you left it.<\/p>\n If there are 4 of you, you’d better bring an extra ground tent. It is not possible to install a second roof tent (even a “softshell” type). If you haven’t installed any accessories, you can use it as an observation platform, very useful on safari<\/strong>.<\/p>\n In the event of a strong gust of wind, we advise you to put the car into the wind, using the shell as protection. In the jungle, where you might be afraid of falling branches, the shell offers extra protection.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=”Joffrey Maluski” job_title=”Photographer” url=”https:\/\/www.joffreymaluski.com\/” portrait_url=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/photo-joffrey-maluski-photographe-overland.jpg” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “In June 2018, I equipped my Jeep Commander with a hardtop tent to start a long road trip from Canada to Argentina. I’m completely satisfied. Being able to install my bed on the roof of the 4×4 gave me easy access to remote areas while keeping space inside the vehicle. Thanks to its rigidity, I was able to install solar panels above it. The interior is equipped with a few lights and sockets for plugging in a computer, telephone or fan when it’s hot. Simply push the back of the tent upwards, and the bed is ready in seconds. After a good night’s sleep in the heights, it only takes a few seconds more to close it and set off on your next adventure! On the downside,<\/em> I’d say the humidity that penetrates after a few days of rain or the fact that it’s complicated to open in the city (discretion level…).”<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px||2px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n A horizontal opening takes a little longer than a fan-shaped one. However, this offers the possibility of opening all 4 sides of the tent, as opposed to 3 for tents with a fan-shaped opening<\/strong>, so generally more ventilation. In the event of strong gales, this tent has maximum wind grip<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][dvmd_table_maker _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][dvmd_table_maker_item _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” col_content=” Maximum wind load” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/dvmd_table_maker_item][\/dvmd_table_maker][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/photo-tente-de-toit-marioles-trotters-scaled.jpg” alt=”photo-roof-hanging-mariole-trotters” title_text=”photo-roof-hanging-mariole-trotters” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/james-baroud-tente-de-toit-4×4.jpg” alt=”roof tent with vertical or pop-up opening” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_testimonial author=”The Marioles Trotters” job_title=”Youtubers” url=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCW-dQeNiTp8vSwHQpwdSHPg” portrait_url=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/photo-youtuber-marioles-trotters-4×4-afrique.jpg” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “Before we left for Africa, we bought a James Baroud recovery roof tent with our vehicle. It’s a second-hand tent that’s over 15 years old, and we’re really happy with it! Unlike soft tents, which take 5 to 10 minutes to fold up, ours takes 30 seconds to close. It’s spacious, so you can sit down and change easily, for example. It’s perfect for Africa, because it’s airy. It’s much cooler than a converted van. For insects, this roof tent is really ideal: you can go in and out of your vehicle in the evening without letting insects into the tent, and you only have to open it when you go to bed. The fan or wallet opening is perfect for strong winds. You position the vehicle facing into the wind when there are gusts, and you don’t feel a thing, unlike with canvas or vertical-opening tents. We once had a problem with waterproofing during a huge storm, but we’ve never had a problem with seepage.”<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][dvmd_table_maker _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][dvmd_table_maker_item _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” col_content=” Fiberglass<\/strong> makes for a lighter, yet sufficiently strong hull<\/strong>. Although structurally very strong, fiberglass is nevertheless susceptible to cracking when it comes up against an obstacle such as a tree branch on a path. While fiberglass cracking can be repaired, it can be costly.<\/p>\n Aluminum is also extremely hard-wearing.<\/strong> <\/strong>able to withstand much greater impacts without cracking or tearing than fiberglass. However, there is a trade-off in terms of extra weight. Unlike fiberglass roof tents, you can take advantage of its flat, solid surface to observe animals on safari.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/off-roading.jpg” alt=”4×4 roof tent aluminum shell” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ custom_padding=”78px|||||” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][dvmd_table_maker _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][dvmd_table_maker_item _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” col_content=” ” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/dvmd_table_maker_item][dvmd_table_maker_item _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” col_content=”Disadvantages<\/p>\n ” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/dvmd_table_maker_item][\/dvmd_table_maker][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/meilleure-tente-de-toit-naitup.jpg” title_text=”best-roof-tent-naitup” url=”https:\/\/naitup.com\/produit\/hussarde-quatro#ae95″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/meilleure-tente-de-toit-naitup-2.jpg” title_text=”best-roof-tent-naitup-2″ url=”https:\/\/naitup.com\/produit\/hussarde-quatro#ae95″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/meilleure-tente-de-toit-naitup-3.jpg” title_text=”best-roof-tent-naitup-3″ url=”https:\/\/naitup.com\/produit\/hussarde-quatro#ae95″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”50px|||||” border_color_all=”#3f2204″ border_style_all=”dashed” border_width_all_tablet=”” border_width_all_phone=”0px” border_width_all_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Here are the criteria that were most important to us: we wanted a roof tent that was spacious, lightweight, quick to set up\/dismantle<\/strong> and with the option of storing solar panels on the roof<\/strong>. Our choice should have been a hard-shell tent, but we finally heard about the brand Victor is 1.90m tall, so it was important for us to have a certain ceiling height. We also like to have room to take a few things home with us in the evening (toiletries, a few valuables, extra sweaters, etc.). For the ground tent, we already had a very spacious 3-4-seater tent from Naturehike. So we opted for the most spacious of the Na\u00eftUp roof tents: the Hussarde Quatr\u00f6<\/a>! <\/strong>With its immense dimensions of 170×220 cm, we can’t complain about the lack of space!<\/p>\n As a first step, we tested the roof tent on our French city car, a Hyundai i30. Folded up, the roof tent looks like a roof box and goes unnoticed<\/strong>, even on the freeway at 130km\/h. The Hussarde unfolds in 30 seconds flat, and is extremely spacious<\/strong>. It weighs 80 kg and can support a roof load of 30 kg, enough to fit solar panels!<\/strong><\/p>\n We then installed the hussar on the roof of our Mr Leloup expedition vehicle, our sturdy 80-series Toyota LandCruiser. And we’re delighted: a real room with the most beautiful view!<\/p>\n Find out more about this tent here: Na\u00eftUp Quatr\u00f6 tent<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/naitup.com\/produit\/hussarde-quatro#ae95″ button_text=”Read more” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/naitup-hiver-1-scaled.jpg” title_text=”tent-Naitup-winter-1″ url=”https:\/\/naitup.com\/produit\/hussarde-quatro#ae95″ align=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-sacados-03.png” title_text=”crocoloup-sacados-03″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”21%” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”75%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|600|on||||||” text_text_color=”#3F2204″ text_orientation=”center” width=”75%” module_alignment=”center” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “If you have any questions, feel free to join our facebook discussion group<\/a> dedicated to exploration. 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Rigid roof tent<\/span><\/h2>\n
Advantages and disadvantages of a rigid roof tent<\/h3>\n
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Wrap-around or vertical opening?<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nWedge-style opening
\nPop-up style opening” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/dvmd_table_maker_item][dvmd_table_maker_item _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” col_content=”Benefits
\nQuick opening, more space lengthwise
\nMore overhead space” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/dvmd_table_maker_item][dvmd_table_maker_item _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” col_content=”Disadvantages<\/p>\nAluminum or fiberglass?<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nFiberglass hull
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\nLighter, repairable but expensive
\nSturdier, can be used as an observation platform on safari” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/dvmd_table_maker_item][dvmd_table_maker_item _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” col_content=”Disadvantages
\nLess solid (cracks)
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\nHard-shell roof tent
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Our choice: the Na\u00eftUp Quatro<\/h2>\n
\n Na\u00eftUp<\/strong>
\n<\/a>a French brand specializing in semi-rigid Hussarde tents. What luck, because we finally managed to find a roof tent that fulfilled all these criteria, and to top it all off, it’s 100% French!<\/p>\n<\/code>Our practical sheets<\/h2>\n