Post Up tent clings to hatch, turning Subaru into Pontiac Aztek

A fast solution for turning an SUV or wagon into a cozy camper van, the new Post Up tent from American startup 2nd Elmnt puts a spin on an idea we’ve seen before. Part Pontiac Aztek camper package, part pickup truck tent, the Post Up lets campers, road… Continue reading Post Up tent clings to hatch, turning Subaru into Pontiac Aztek

Half-width Tepui roof-top tent leaves room for bikes or boards

Tailgate, roof, hitch – a vehicle has a lot of cargo-hauling capacity, but capacity eventually runs out, especially once you start loading large items like roof-top tents (RTTs), kayaks, trailers and bike racks. Thule is attempting to ease the burden, … Continue reading Half-width Tepui roof-top tent leaves room for bikes or boards

Half-width Tepui roof-top tent leaves room for bikes or boards

Tailgate, roof, hitch – a vehicle has a lot of cargo-hauling capacity, but capacity eventually runs out, especially once you start loading large items like roof-top tents (RTTs), kayaks, trailers and bike racks. Thule is attempting to ease the burden, … Continue reading Half-width Tepui roof-top tent leaves room for bikes or boards

Exod pumps and pitches its inflatable ground + tree tent

Back in April, we took a look at the French-designed Exod Home, an innovative inflatable hammock-tent for backcountry or frontcountry glamping. At such a shaky time during the early days of the COVID-19 lockdowns, the four-figure tent’s future felt qui… Continue reading Exod pumps and pitches its inflatable ground + tree tent

SmithFly pulls its inflatable glamping tent ashore on modular tent pad

In 2017, SmithFly established itself as one of the few parties that thought water-top camping might could be a thing. Its bright orange Shoal Tent was probably the most memorable in a very small, select group of portable, inflatable water shelters. We’… Continue reading SmithFly pulls its inflatable glamping tent ashore on modular tent pad

SuperLite roof-top tent is perfect for small cars and Baja racing

Since emerging back in 2017, Go Fast Campers has become a leader in the lightweight pickup camper space, offering light, simple and affordable truck camping systems. Much of the focus of its work has been rooted in leisurely activities like overlanding… Continue reading SuperLite roof-top tent is perfect for small cars and Baja racing

6-in-1 tent-hammock rearranges camp like modular furniture

We’ve seen ground tents that jump up and hang out in trees, inflatable tents that double as rafts, and hammock shelters that drape over your shoulders and work as rain gear. But we still weren’t prepared for the pure multifunctional chaos presented in … Continue reading 6-in-1 tent-hammock rearranges camp like modular furniture

2 Seconds Tent opens with a ripcord, breaks down at push of a button

French sporting good giant Decathlon has offered one of the world’s fastest-pitching tents for going on two decades. The 2 Seconds pop-up tent lives up to its name by all but pitching itself. Going even faster and simpler, Decathlon now streamlines the… Continue reading 2 Seconds Tent opens with a ripcord, breaks down at push of a button