Introducing a new camper option for Nissan Frontier

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softroadingthewest

softroadingthewest

Күн бұрын

I was a fan of Topo Toppers campers from the moment I first encountered them at Expo PNW last year. At the time, they did not make a camper to fit the Nissan Frontier. I'm honored to now be rolling out Topo's very first camper for the Frontier, and super excited to get back out on some adventures as we turn the page to a new chapter of softroadingthewest.
The Mesa has only been on the truck for a week, and I've only slept two nights in it as I made my way home to Oregon after the install in Ventura, California, so it's a little early for me to provide any sort of performance review. But for now, here is a fairly comprehensive overview of the Topo Toppers Mesa and a look at the customized features I've opted for.
Visit www.topotoppers.com/ to check out their camper options. Scroll to the bottom of either the Mesa or Badlander page to run through their configurator.
While I have partnered with Topo to roll out their 2nd-gen Frontier camper, I earn no commissions for referrals, and I have no financial stake in whether or not you buy a camper from them.
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Suspension upgrades on my truck:
www.alldogsoffroad.com/alldog...
Underbody protection:
www.asfir.com/skid-plate-set-...
Real-time MPG tracking with the ScanGauge 3:
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Chapter Links:
Introducing the Topo Mesa for Frontier (0:00)
Also build for these other trucks: (0:43)
Shell customization options: (1:05)
Interior & bed: (1:45)
Tent performance, first impression: (2:41)
Camper construction & weight: (3:03)
Condensation & insulation: (3:39)
Low profile design: (4:02)
Roof rack delete: (4:12)
Gas mileage: (4:26)
Other notable details: (4:41)
Set up demonstration: (5:03)
Break down demonstration: (6:14)
How much does it cost?: (7:35)
Disclosure: (8:14)
Conclusion: (8:38)

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@om617yota8
@om617yota8 Жыл бұрын
Oh that's fantastic. Well done Donald, and well done Topo Toppers for helping you out. Really love how it adds capability, while leaving your truck bed still useable, and only 250lbs! Impressed!
@CraigG21
@CraigG21 Жыл бұрын
Sweet - congrats! Can’t wait to see it out on your future adventures.
@prolificnorthwest
@prolificnorthwest Жыл бұрын
This is a great new new chapter for you! Can't wait to see what you do with it. Cheers!
@masonstruckadventure9368
@masonstruckadventure9368 Жыл бұрын
I'm pumped for you and looking forward to new configurations and adventures you will bring. Thanks for sharing
@baron1c
@baron1c Жыл бұрын
Thats awesome! So happy for you. Looking forward to seeing the adventures
@slyflea
@slyflea Жыл бұрын
It’s like I got a new camper topper, seeing you introduce this newest installment to your adventures. Very happy for you!! And looking forward to seeing your ideas become reality.
@nathanklemm179
@nathanklemm179 Жыл бұрын
Congrats Donald! That’s a great looking setup. I’m really interested to watch you use it over the years I’m one of the folks who came for your really neat DIY contractor topper and stayed for the adventure content. You’re doing a great job
@24Alisonall
@24Alisonall Жыл бұрын
Exciting news!! Very happy for you!! It looks perfect!!
@duncdunc76
@duncdunc76 Жыл бұрын
Pretty Sweet! Excited to see how you build out the inside and to watch your adventures in the new setup👍
@krazedkamper
@krazedkamper Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your new TopoTopper camper. Looks perfect for you and I cant wait to see your mods and upcoming adventures with this new set up.
@04JALD
@04JALD Жыл бұрын
Roof top camping has come a long way. Very nice set up and great video again Donald. Thank you
@yearofdragun17
@yearofdragun17 Жыл бұрын
Sweet set up!! Happy for you and excited to see the adventures that await!! Looking forward to seeing you customize it along the way. Great options already and tons of room to grow. Looking forward to seeing your solar and power upgrades
@outofbounds218
@outofbounds218 Жыл бұрын
Love this rig Donald and thrilled you went this route/configuration! Congrats and good luck brother
@kevinmiller7184
@kevinmiller7184 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations! It's great to see you adventure-ready once again. Looking forward to see how you configure the truck bed.
@pixelshark6809
@pixelshark6809 Жыл бұрын
New video! New video! New video! 🙌 Love this new rig setup! So awesome that you can have so much usable space.
@Solo-Road
@Solo-Road Жыл бұрын
Been watching your videos for a long time; I'm happy for you my dude.
@jarrodyeager
@jarrodyeager Жыл бұрын
I love it. Hope you enjoy many new adventures.
@Suuner
@Suuner Жыл бұрын
Good to see that you’re back in action Donald!! Cheers!
@matthewlockhart3226
@matthewlockhart3226 Жыл бұрын
Donald, I'm very happy and excited for you! What a great topper! I've been looking at the Top Topper as well. Can't wait to see it in action on adventures and the build-out process. What a great addition to the Frontier.
@coyoteself
@coyoteself Жыл бұрын
VERY NICE! Back in 2020 I bought the Snap TREEHOUSE and drove from New Mexico to Pennsylvania to pick it up and then camped my way back home. The first night in it was a serious test with gale force winds and a torrential downpour and it passed with flying colors. Because of covid, and since it was the off season for camping, on the way back to NM from PA, there was one night where I was forced to stealth camped (I didn't raise the upstairs camper portion) and slept in the bed of the truck instead of upstairs which made me aware that there may be other times in the future when I may have to do that again and there was. But due to lightning. After getting home, I built out the bed of my Frontier PRO-4X for camping. But since I still wanted to use my truck as a truck at times, I built 4 part modular system that installs and can be removed in roughly 10 minutes. To save room in the bed of the truck to stealth camp, I kept the camping build out as simplistic as possible. No pumps, complicated electrical systems, built-in sinks or stove tops. Generally all my cooking is done outside of the truck and a Jackery 1000 (plugged into a 12v outlet on my truck) provides all my power to the truck bed/camper. With the way I built out the inside for camping, when the weather does turn horrible, I can easily cook inside my truck bed and If I'm camped above timberline in a lightning storm where I don't want to raise the upstairs, I still have the option to sleeping fairly comfortably downstairs in the truck bed and when I get home, I can easily and quickly remove a portion or all of the camping build out and load it up the bed of the truck with a load to take to the dump. So enjoy and it will be interesting to watch as you build out yours and go exploring
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
That’s funny, that is precisely my current thinking in virtually every way. I’m aiming for modularity/removability, simplicity without complicated plumbing or electrical, and a way to sleep “downstairs” in a pinch. Are you on Instagram or the Frontier forums? I’d love to get a look at what you’ve done...
@mikepierson3097
@mikepierson3097 Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome, Donald! Congrats! Can’t wait to see it in action!
@artem1085
@artem1085 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Congratulations Donald!
@afamilyoutside
@afamilyoutside Жыл бұрын
Congrats Donald! I'm happy for you and hope the Topo Topper works well for you and your needs.
@norsefalconer
@norsefalconer Жыл бұрын
That is SWEET, Donald! Congratulations! Looking forward to aeeing your customizations.
@richardburguillos3118
@richardburguillos3118 Жыл бұрын
Look amazing. A blank canvas. Can’t wait to see what the artist sculptures this rig into. Exciting times ahead. Thanks for sharing.
@STinGa157
@STinGa157 Жыл бұрын
That looks really nice. Can’t wait for long term updates.
@rwynne29
@rwynne29 Жыл бұрын
That looks great! Can’t wait for the build!
@johndej
@johndej Жыл бұрын
This looks great! The fit and style look like it was made for your truck. I'm looking forward to seeing it in action.
@kevinnorwood7355
@kevinnorwood7355 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the new setup up! I've seen some awesome builds in the bed of the trucks. Can't wait to see what you come up with!
@brianadventures9622
@brianadventures9622 Жыл бұрын
That's awesome Donald! A wedge pop up would be too of my list for a truck sleeping arrangement. Room to stand up, practical shape when closed, easy set up tear down. Way to go!
@vadrifter3200
@vadrifter3200 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations Donald! I’m really interested in seeing how you build this unit out. Minimalist, super comfy or something in between. The minimal weight of the unit is fantastic!
@alexorellana1632
@alexorellana1632 Жыл бұрын
Wow!!!! Super impressed by how clean it looks awesome job to topo. Great decision Donald. Excited for the next adventure.
@OutOfOfficeCamping
@OutOfOfficeCamping Жыл бұрын
Congratulations Donald on your next Journey with the Topo. We'll definitely be coming along for the ride! So happy to see this come together for you. I remember when you did the walk around at the Expo. Truly a great product at an amazing price. You're going to love that Tern Overland window. Great add on. Mark (& Teresa) Hampstead Maryland Ford Ranger - GFC Camper V2 #1919
@joeconnell1396
@joeconnell1396 Жыл бұрын
Exciting. Looks like a very clean solution. Eager to hear your always-candid commentary.
@sk8xaq
@sk8xaq Жыл бұрын
A very well structured video, with a better script than most ads, as usual. This camper looks very promising, and has such a tidy look. It seems it will suit you well, Donald. Hopefully your patience and careful considerations are paying off. Nicely done.
@9gagerofl
@9gagerofl Жыл бұрын
So jealous! Love the new build!
@thomasquigley7040
@thomasquigley7040 Жыл бұрын
Congrats Donald. Looking forward to the buildout.
@cameronb1907
@cameronb1907 Жыл бұрын
Really cool. Can’t wait to hear more about the long term experience with wind and cold temps. I’m considering a regular canopy for my Tundra, but I’m keeping an eye on this style of topper too. The primary use case for me is exploring eastern Oregon in the shoulder seasons. With the 5.5’ bed, this could be a great option. Glad this finally worked out for you.
@scottyocum7652
@scottyocum7652 Жыл бұрын
Nice setup Donald. Happy for you!!!
@robwainwright5387
@robwainwright5387 Жыл бұрын
Hey, that's nice. Very much the idea I have in mind for my Navara. Well done and hope you have many a happy adventure. Cheers from South Africa.
@tentsrus6945
@tentsrus6945 Жыл бұрын
I love it Donald! I remember from your previous walk around video of pick up campers at the Expo how much you loved this set up. Good choice. Camp On!
@shanebasye5958
@shanebasye5958 8 ай бұрын
Great video. Looks great on the Frontier. Thanks for sharing!
@pnwxplore
@pnwxplore Жыл бұрын
Dude! This thing is rad. I know my pop-up camper was a game-changer for me, and I am sure you feel the same way. Looks like a well-built and thought-out design. One tip when closing that makes it a little quicker is to leave the windows slightly unzipped on each side to let the air escape easier.
@aimlesslydriven
@aimlesslydriven Жыл бұрын
The Topper looks great Donald! Can’t wait to see it in action!
@RedSandAdventures
@RedSandAdventures Жыл бұрын
Love the new topper. Can't wait to see what you do with it
@randallnixon3456
@randallnixon3456 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the new set up! Can’t wait to see how you make it “yours”.
@bruceknirs9987
@bruceknirs9987 Жыл бұрын
Nice congrats on the new setup looking forward to seeing what you do with it
@thomasreilly4156
@thomasreilly4156 Жыл бұрын
What a cool camper. Can't wait to see how it holds up.
@TEO7187
@TEO7187 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Donald! As a fellow frontier owner I am excited to find a light weight and relatively inexpensive option like this! I may have to upgrade from my current ARE topper, which has served me well. Looking forward to more videos on this.
@Dutch1951x
@Dutch1951x Жыл бұрын
Great setup! I knew you were going for something like this!
@kevinthomson6324
@kevinthomson6324 Жыл бұрын
This is the style camper I’d be looking for. I need a place to stand indoors. Hate being hunched over and my back hates it even more. Look forward to seeing how you build out the clean slate of the interior
@tjkrueger2655
@tjkrueger2655 Жыл бұрын
Congrats Donald, I'm glad they picked you to work with, that's just about an ideal setup for that frontier and your adventures.
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
Couldn’t agree more on all counts! 😄
@steveparsons6324
@steveparsons6324 Жыл бұрын
Congrats on the new camper! Looks great!
@mikehermes4732
@mikehermes4732 Жыл бұрын
Looks incredible on your truck. You gotta love it. Not a fan of the bed panels but all pop ups have their short comings. Looking forward to your build.👍🏻👍🏻
@samueljlarson
@samueljlarson Жыл бұрын
Fantastic addition to your setup + channel!
@alberttu8120
@alberttu8120 Жыл бұрын
Topo is a very competitive option. I've been running a Go Fast Camper since they came out (1st Gen). Love the retained utility. I look forward to your customizations and reviews of the camper.
@uritaub5441
@uritaub5441 Жыл бұрын
Great. Looking forward to new adventures!
@scottalpine
@scottalpine Жыл бұрын
Looks like a great camper. Looking forward to seeing it in action and your future build out. Also thanks for being upfront with the costs. I liked your leer set (especially since I have a similar one) but this looks like it’s going to fit your needs a lot better.
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
The Leer was an excellent budget solution and I was pleased with how well it worked out. I'm sure I'd still be using it if I hadn't had some partnership opportunities arise.
@emeryrowand2903
@emeryrowand2903 Жыл бұрын
huge change from your last set up and miles away from the Subaru. I hope it brings you much joy and many adventures Donald!
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Жыл бұрын
I love this! Looks like a sweet set up!
@webbstua
@webbstua Жыл бұрын
Congratulations!!!
@excaliburoverland
@excaliburoverland Жыл бұрын
Congrats Donald! I know you will put that to good use.
@johnwalker3263
@johnwalker3263 Жыл бұрын
This is going to be a game changer for you I think Donald. The wedge shaped campers buck the wind much better than your gazelle and it’s always there in a pinch if you need a place to sleep unexpectedly. I can’t count how many times I’ve been thankful to own an Ursa Minor camper instead of the usual rooftop tent. Enjoy it!!
@barnetts9812
@barnetts9812 Жыл бұрын
Happy for you Donald. Happy trails. P.s, I noticed you on JonDZ's recent upload, letting us viewers something was coming 😉
@pnowikow
@pnowikow Жыл бұрын
Glad you found a good solution for the truck
@reidkarges6199
@reidkarges6199 4 ай бұрын
This exactly what I have been looking to get for my Frontier! It’s my contractor truck in the week and I need something that can transform on the weekend for overlanding. Really impressed at the price point!
@andrewinaustintx
@andrewinaustintx Жыл бұрын
This is a very nice choice that is ssentially a light weight truck canopy with an upstairs loft. I look forward to seeing the future build.
@lylekanglemyer9690
@lylekanglemyer9690 Жыл бұрын
That’s looks great Donald sleep up and room to do anything you want in the bed of the truck.Great choice stay safe.
@mtnbound2764
@mtnbound2764 Жыл бұрын
wow i want one! very well thought out and the price is actually affordable! for a short bed pickup, this is about the best option out there!
@SeanStewart88
@SeanStewart88 Жыл бұрын
Very nice design Donald, I love the look of it on that frontier. Checked out their website for my 5ft bed Tacoma but unfortunately just a little out of my price range at the moment, definitely something I might look into in the future though. The truck is looking great! Look forward to some adventures in 2023! Happy trails. Cheers.
@erichughes9098
@erichughes9098 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Donald I really look forward to watching your build on this project I’m wanting to do something similar in about two years, so I’ll let you go. Figure out how to do it and then I’ll see if I can figure out a better way. Thank you.😎👍
@tomas5376
@tomas5376 Жыл бұрын
I like that camper design! Sleek and simple. Will be interesting to see how you customize the bed.
@rattlecanpaint
@rattlecanpaint Жыл бұрын
Congrats and welcome to the Topo Topper family! I took delivery of mine the first week of February! Mine was a bit farther of a trip from North Carolina though. I'm very happy with mine and can definitely vouch for the white roof heat reflection. Unfortunately my vinyl didn't make it home in one piece. As near as I can tell it got some water under the front edge of it and it froze and lifted the front which started the peel. That and 100+ mph winds peeled about half of it off. (80 mph through Utah with 20-30 mph headwinds) the difference between the vinyl section and non vinyl section in sunlight is amazing. I recommend you get a roller like used for sound insulation and roll that leading edge real good. Make sure it's stuck down. I too will do a build out of the bed or the truck so I'm looking forward to see what you come up with!
@tommatheson5855
@tommatheson5855 Жыл бұрын
Looks great on your truck!
@gringo3009
@gringo3009 Жыл бұрын
I dig that window! Congrats.
@davidmorello676
@davidmorello676 Жыл бұрын
Totally awesome setup. Great price as well. I live in ventura county. I never heard of these guys. I also drve a 2017 frontier 4x4. Again great setup. I dig it.
@over_and_out_gary
@over_and_out_gary Жыл бұрын
Nice Donald! Looks good on your truck. Congratulations.
@GeorgeLoch
@GeorgeLoch Жыл бұрын
That looks like a great foundation. I'll keep watching for how you use and improve the set up.
@aritharolafson3379
@aritharolafson3379 11 ай бұрын
I'm so buying one of these for my Frontier!
@carolleimbach6407
@carolleimbach6407 Жыл бұрын
Oh my 😍 I love this! My Tacoma needs one. Great choice.
@midnightadventureswa
@midnightadventureswa Жыл бұрын
Nice job you have your shelter that is a lot better then a ground tent and you can now cook your food in side of the weather turn on looking forward to see you at the PNW expo in July and to see the topper camper take care
@WeekendWarrior604
@WeekendWarrior604 Жыл бұрын
i love this option! low profile enough that I will not need to be oversized on the ferry
@mykalmartin1696
@mykalmartin1696 Жыл бұрын
I like that set up much better than other topper you had on, love your content
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
Me too!!
@richardjamet6253
@richardjamet6253 Жыл бұрын
Great looking set up👍
@GoSlowTaco
@GoSlowTaco Жыл бұрын
Congrats! Truck looks real good
@jamesbrown724
@jamesbrown724 Жыл бұрын
Nice looking topper, goes really well with your truck!😎
@charbvin
@charbvin Жыл бұрын
Impressive set up!
@OutskirtsOverland
@OutskirtsOverland Жыл бұрын
Happy for you Donald! Hope you got that for free! And happy a topper worked out after the news months ago .
@softroadingthewest
@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын
Not free, but Topo did make me a very fair deal.
@zackdemundo
@zackdemundo Жыл бұрын
This is going to be fun!
@Chesapeake_Frontier
@Chesapeake_Frontier Жыл бұрын
The Topo camper shell looks great!
@louiskudlak2241
@louiskudlak2241 Жыл бұрын
Looks beautiful buddy, have missed you, look forward to content coming
@nevv8581
@nevv8581 Жыл бұрын
Sweet! Thanks for sharing.
@deminmax
@deminmax Жыл бұрын
Awesome stuff!
@martinmyers1461
@martinmyers1461 Жыл бұрын
Looks great!
@timbfoto5823
@timbfoto5823 Жыл бұрын
I think you made a great choice. I purchased a vagabond which is similar,three years go. I camp in mine for 4-5 months at a time. I decked mine out in goose gear. Dometic fridge. I have two latches and can be in bed in :2 minutes. So many wedge campers out now. I was impressed with topo. Best of luck maybe see youon the trail.
@BornDeplorable
@BornDeplorable Жыл бұрын
Cool camper and love seeing the channel grow. I do ha e to say I liked the Leer camper build you did. But I cant wait to see what you come up with for this build.
@DasGav
@DasGav Жыл бұрын
Even though I'm selling my Frontier (Navara STX) I'm so looking forward to your camper build!
@danthompson1467
@danthompson1467 Жыл бұрын
Looks great 👍
@nutthrower4415
@nutthrower4415 Жыл бұрын
Sweet, will look forward to your up coming adventures Oh yeah, I like the drums in the back ground reminded me of the movie Jamanji with Robin Williams 😂👍
@davechavis4275
@davechavis4275 Ай бұрын
ORU design makes a great pop-top , im loving mine.
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