OEX Vertex Lite Roof Top Tent for 2 People with Integrated Mattress and Telescopic Ladder, Lightweight 2 Man Car Roof Tent with Fold Out Pitching Style

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Once all four U bracket points (8 screw nuts) are secured to the vehicle’s roof bars, repeat the tightening of each bracket as the tightening process of one side can sometimes loosen the adjacent side. Roof tents that have folding bases can often be fitted to small cars, while single-piece roof tents might require at least a medium-sized car. Remove the transit cover and ladder straps and begin to extend the telescopic ladder, ensuring each section is fully pulled down and locked in place. Despite its low weight, we recommend that the lifting part of the installation process is carried out by at least two people or by using a hoist. Dynamic load” is the maximum weight that can be carried by the roof bars when the vehicle is driven.

Once the Vertex is placed and aligned correctly on your vehicle and the two supporting rails of the Vertex are at 90 degrees to the roof bars, you’re ready to secure them together using the four U-shape brackets.However, OEX accepts no responsibility for damage resulting from modifications used to fit roof bars outside of the maximum and minimum bar depth. Because they're so easy to pitch and collapse, roof tents are a very alluring form of shelter for almost anyone. It allows you to cover a lot of landscape at the pace you wish but without the need to carry so much gear on your back. Roof bars come in various types, with different fittings, sizes and materials depending on their intended use.

Roof tents are booming in popularity, similar to homemade campervan conversions, except roof tents are more affordable and practical. Trail and Country Walking magazine members get 50% off an annual subscription to OS Maps for 12 months. You're not going to want a roof tent permanently affixed to your roof, so bear in mind you'll want a helping hand getting these things on and off your car.The depth of your vehicle’s roof bars, or racks can vary depending on the brand and model, but generally ranges from around 1. Now your Vertex is stable, ascend the ladder to further extend the canopy and lock it into place using a single-button telescopic pole, making the canopy taught. This will be important for the stability of the ladder – setting up on overly soft ground will ultimately affect the level of support of your roof tent. Designed by experts to handle the toughest conditions in the UK, OEX offers both novice and experienced outdoors adventurers' equipment they can rely on, without having to spend a fortune. Given tents come in a wide variety, we test each against its intended use, whether that be 3-season wild camping, summer backpacking, or high-end roof tents.

The Locking Washer should prevent loosening, but varying road conditions cannot be accounted for, and bolts can and do occasionally loosen – it is best to play it safe. It’s also important to consider the firmness of the ground you’re parking on, and whether the ground is level and dry.Installation: Though roof tents try to be as light as possible, they also have to balance that with durability. Ensure it sits in line with the centre of your car so not to obstruct the boot (tailgate) when opened. Don't forget to subscribe to the Live For The Outdoors newsletter to get expert advice and outdoor inspiration delivered to you inbox! Access: Roof tents come supplied with a telescopic ladder that allow you to easily and safely access the tent.

Internal space: Roof tents tend to have about the same bedroom space as a two-person hiking tent, give or take a few centimetres. Thule, the number one roof bar system manufacturer, cautions against using its clamp or edge style and roof racks for its roof tents because of the high static load. Simply pull down on the now fully extended ladder to unfold the base and in turn unfurl the roof tent. Other considerations: Roof tents should not be used on glass roofed (panoramic) cars but sunroofs are okay. Once you’ve ensured your vehicle’s roof bars [1] are secure and parallel, the Vertex Lite should be lifted by two people (or a hoist) and slid on from the side, onto the roof bars.Note: It may be possible to purchase longer bolts (not available from manufacturer) to increase the depth. As a guide: If your Roof Bars have a maximum dynamic load of 75kg, this would mean a maximum static load of 225kg, minus the Roof tent weight of 37. Each roof tent in this list has a solid, flat floor, and most come with a built-in mattress, though you may still want to add a sleeping mat. Not only do we take notes on the ease of pitching and obvious features, we also spend a long time examining how the materials stack up against varied conditions, as well as the overall liveability of each roof tent.