When you’re headed out on your next multiday adventure, you’ll be glad to sleep well and comfortably in your rooftop tent. Gone are the days when you had to pack a conventional tent and all that goes with it, such as pads, stakes and tethers. The benefits of rooftop tents are numerous, including the ability to use your Jeep as a base, easy assembly, built-in storage and no more sleeping on the ground! Plus, it’s as fun to shop for rooftop tents as it is for pick up truck bed covers. Here’s a small sampling of major manufacturers’ best rooftop tents for your Jeep.
Smittybilt
Are you a serious explorer who spends weeks on the road? Smittybilt’s Overlander Hard Shell Roof Top Tent might just be your next best investment. The assemblage packs down into the 9-inch tall ABS body, which is slim and aerodynamic. Once erected, the tent is large enough to sleep two to three people and features an extra-long telescoping ladder that’s designed to support weights of up to 300 pounds. Ultra-lightweight and ultra-waterproof, you can expect this tent to serve you well through all kinds of terrain and conditions. Gusseted awnings and air vents contribute towards a comfortable interior, as does the 2-inch thick mattress with its foam-padded cover.
Thule
If you and your adventure partner are looking for a compact rooftop tent and storage combo, check out Thule’s Tepui Highbox. This two-person hard shell rooftop tent and cargo box is ideal for duos who seek a rugged sleeping and storage space for their Jeep or vehicle. The hard shell is composed from 5-mm ABS with UV and color-fade inhibitors. The easy-to-use zip-on canopy is made of a cotton-polyester blend and coating that is highly waterproof, which offers you welcome protection in rainy or damp conditions. The tent’s telescoping aluminum ladder makes access easy, while the 3-inch, 40-pound mattress ups the comfort level for you and your sidekick.
ARB
When you’re looking for a spacious, universal-fit roof tent for Jeep Wrangler that’s waterproof and easy to deploy and install, consider the ARB Series III Simpson Rooftop Tent and Annex Combo. The high-quality waterproof rip-stop canvas features taped, sealed seams, which give you premium weather protection and peace of mind. Weather vents ensure that the interior stays condensation-free. The tent comes with a 2.5-inch high-density chip foam mattress with a removable cover, providing you with comfort and convenience. The tent’s anodized aluminum retractable ladder offers easy access to the tent’s interior while the optional zip-on annex provides an additional enclosed space that’s ideal for changing clothes and storing gear.
Now that you’ve seen this selection of some of the best rooftop tents from major manufacturers, browse online retailers to find the product that’s right for your Jeep. While you’re shopping, don’t forget to check out BAK truck bed covers, bed liners and all the other accessories that can take your vehicle — and adventures — to the next level.
