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Still doing my homework. I built some PVC frames to mock up the closed footprint of the various tents I'm interested in. Given my GF wants to orient the tent so it opens to the rear, I'm definitely needing to go with something in the 1400 or 1.4 range. I'm starting to make calls to get more...

Hi Robby - agreed. They show pictures of the outside, but no cost information. No actual dimension information - I get the 1.4, 1.6, 1.8 - but those are for the tent width, so that would only be one dimension of the annex - how deep is it? How much do they cost? (If there's only three options...

I don't mean to hijack this thread - but I am trying to pull the trigger on a RTT. I was leaning hard towards the Eezi-Awn, but three things are giving me pause: 1) The price; 2) No open roof for stars; 3) No floor in the annex. I only ever want to buy 1 tent (because I have to custom fab a rack...

really? That would be awesome if that's the case. The videos I've seen make Steel Pass look REALLY tight and Lippincott look REALLY narrow.

We've done Death Valley base camping - but will be going in a few weeks for our first overlanding trip there. Was planning a route that included Mengel, Lippincott, and Steel Pass, but I was hesitant with my Avalanche on Lippincott. However, one of our group can now make the trip, but he has a...

The closed dimensions of the Xklusiv 1400 are: 48" L x 55" W x 11" H The closed dimensions of the Xklusiv 1600 are: 48" L x 63" W x 11" H // There are two ways to consider the Avalanche back deck size: // If I go roof height it is 56"L to the beginning of the back tailgate. Given the rearward...

Leaning heavily towards the Eezi-Awn Xklusiv either 1400 or 1600. Need to figure out what the roof rack will look like and how much room that will leave to determine the size.

I have not had to use mine in an emergency (thankfully) - but I haven't ever had to actually use my car insurance either. With that said, I have read dozens of accounts of rescues in which the appropriate SAR was dispatched via GEOS who was able to discern the actual situation based on the two...

Eibach Pro Truck Sport - but they are more than the $50/shock limit. I just saw this thread - I have two KYB front shocks that I put about 25K miles on just sitting here that you I could give you - just pay the shipping. I had them on my 02 Av 1500 4x4.

I was asking about the setup and take down times on the Eezi-Awn and Howling Moon specifically, and some of the other soft tents. I have an Avalanche and am going over the bed - so not enough room for a hard tent (though the 2-3 min setup / takedown times are certainly appealing).

Welcome!!!! Nice to see another full size Chevy doing this. As others have said, get out there and use it, then start figuring out what you need to do to it. I would put recovery gear at the top of the list however. Also, be prepared for some OMG/Boo/Yay moments: OMG - that is a REALLY cool...

If you don't mind me asking, what's the real world setup and take down time on these? We can fully setup our PUP trailer in 35 minutes (including the awning), and the Sportz tent we currently have for my Avalanche we can setup in 20 minutes. Also - how much bedding can fit realistically in a...

I had previously read that comparison, but found it lacking in - well - comparison. It was a catalogue listing of available RTTs even using the distributor's description in many cases. I am leaning heavily towards laying out the money for an Eezi-Awn and the quality and durability it brings, but...

Thanks for all the info everyone - it truly is appreciated. I am really trying to think this all the way through and consider my options to make a wise choice (read that as buy the right tent the first time - and never have to buy another one). Summarizing the feedback thus far: // Soft-Tents...

I like the tepui. My concern is I don't like orange or camo and if they feel the need to offer a ruggedized version then what does say of their confidence in the durability of their regular fabric? A bit concerning.

I use the Lowrance Elite 5-HD Gold (which is the updated Baja 540c - but is now a few years old). I use the Topo West trail card for SW US - so far it's done everything I've asked of it. I do have a mini-iPad that I'm figuring how to best bring into the mix to get some of the newer tech and...

I've had a Delorme InReach for a few years now and don't go out with out it. It has never failed. Pair it with Earthmate on your smartphone and you can use the tracking and topo features on your phone - you can also text via your phone when it is paired - so it's less cumbersome. I have some...

Looking to get a RTT for my Avalanche. I'm intending to build a rack over the caps of my truck and have the bottom of the roof top tent slightly below my roof height in order to minimize how high above the roof it is when closed. Because I have to fab this rack, I have to be positive on the RTT...

Can you go anywhere in Costa Rica or do they limit your range?

Nice!!! Been wanting to go to Costa Rica. Need to look into this. Thanks for sharing.