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Roofnest Condor XL Review and Unboxing
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Күн бұрынThis is a full review and walk around of the Roofnest Condor XL. I review why we purchased this roof top tent. You will see how easy it is to open and close this tent. I review the unique, yet standard features of this awesome and very large tent. Also included is the unboxing, I will show you the best way to cut open the box so that you don't damage your new and beautiful Roofnest Condor XL.
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@DeeperImageAutomotive 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent review and walkthrough. I currently have a SmittyBilt Overlander XL Gen2 with the Annex room, and we love its size as it sleeps four up top no problem and 2-4 in the Annex below. The downside of the SmittyBilt is that the setup and breakdown take forever being a softshell tent, and by the time I'm done doing either, I'm sweating! But they are 1/3rd the price. So we've been looking for a hard shell with the Annex that also sleeps four, and this one seems to be the one. I watched another video with the Annex attached, and it's even bigger than my current Annex, which sleeps 2-3 on cots or four on the floor. Cheers!
@ArialRobison-Firechilde 2 жыл бұрын
I had the Smittybilt Gen2 XL as well. It was my first RTT. I got it with the thought that setting up a tent in a few minutes or less, would be fantastic. Unfortunately, setup and take down, took the fun out of using it. I would be exhausted after setting up or taking down the tent. Just sold it for a little bit of a loss on purchase price. I put the money towards a new iKamper Skycamper 2.0. It is an expensive tent and the annex seems grossly overpriced. This Roofnest tent looks like it's very comparable to the iKamper.
@RealCopsReelLife 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video mate. This totally solves my "do I get a small trailer or...?" Issue.
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, nice!!
@bobbyfranco2185 3 жыл бұрын
Such an awesome review! It's about time someone did one on the condor xl! Awesome stuff!
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@sea_turtle_adventures 3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding review Man! I'm betting you and the fam are loving it.
@jmjdeist 3 жыл бұрын
So you can leave the skylight open without getting rained on?
@FrozInTents 3 жыл бұрын
Great review mate. Will definitely be purchasing one of these! Just subscribed aswell! Thanks for that!
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
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@overlandingtundrak9833 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I really like this tent
@kwesty1 3 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased one of these and had a very difficult time with putting it on my rack. First, the included mounting hardware will NOT work with a Leitner rack-the included lad bolts are an inch to short for the Leitner load bars. Leitner does make their own mounting hardware as a work-around. I went to a hardware store to get longer 3 inch bolts as a temp fix. Also, the included mounting brackets would not fit in their own “T” Trac! The trac mounting screws were a 16/th of an inch proud and prevented the mounting bracket from going in the track. This required me to back the crews out )a big pain in the ass) and purchase washers to create space and secure the screws properly. My set up took several hours due to their poor quality control.
@yourtimellc 2 жыл бұрын
Any clue what the shipping dimensions are (for the Condor XL)? I can't find them anywhere. I only see the "open" and "closed" dimensions. I'm trying to arrange for pickup (live out of country).
@rjsalameh 3 жыл бұрын
Also how long is that front runner rack?? It seems huge and you can set up your tent and have room for cargo boxes??
@dwightschrute6391 3 жыл бұрын
At the 5:30 mark (when you're showing the side pouches), at the joint of the support pole it looks like there is an opening to the outside? Is that an opening or just a strange camera angle playing tricks on me?
@courtneyjolynn 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video!
@overlandingtundrak9833 2 жыл бұрын
Hey what kind of mattress pad did you get for your wife. My wife has same problem
@saraboyanton4962 3 жыл бұрын
I saw on one of the comments that the weight is around 200 lbs but on the roofnest website it says 160.. the max for my Honda CR-V is 165.. I really want the XL for the extra room but am concerned about the weight
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
I didn’t weigh the tent before installing, so sorry. I wish I could help with this, this tent is very awesome.
@ireneemarieilawan-legaspi5457 3 жыл бұрын
Does it fold away easily? Do you have any issues with the panels sticking out and getting caught with the zipper? It was not included in your review.
@devincutting3198 2 жыл бұрын
what are your thoughts on having an ABS plastic cover instead of aluminum? I love this tent, however, I'm a bit hesitant - also what would you mount on that recess in the lid itself toward the back of your SUV?
@mreveryday9835 2 жыл бұрын
Was the cvt rainer in your list of choices when shopping? If so why did you ultimately choose the condor?
@numb-lock 3 жыл бұрын
We're also considering the Condor XL. We have 3 adults and a 12 yr old all no more than 5'6" tall. You mentioned it would accommodate sleeping up to 4 people. Is that where 4 would sleep where their feet are at the ladder making it easy to exit at night for a bathroom break or is that with their feet toward the rear of your truck where you'd have to climb over people to get out?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
We sleep with our feet at the ladder, making it very easy for me to use the restroom in the middle of the night
@serendipityserafin 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for the video. My husband and I are considering buying this tent- we are just unsure of how/where to get the mounting framework installed. We have a truck and are thinking we'll have to mount it above the bed. How did you go about figuring out the rack and mounting system?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
It will really depend on your vehicle and what is available. Most trucks have raisers available for mounting above the bed. My suggestion would be to get something that is really robust. The tent it’s self if almost 200 pounds plus the weight of everyone in there. What truck will you be mounting the tent to?
@tlvdatsi12 3 жыл бұрын
Would this be easy to take off and put on your rooftop for one person? I wouldn't want this on 24/7 and I wouldn't always have someone to help me.
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
I would not recommend removing it by yourself. Unless you have some kind of pulley system in your garage that is attached to the ceiling that could assist with removal. I’ve seen some videos out there of people that have put something like that together and it works with one person. Just be careful and make sure it’s strong
@jayjohnson1581 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review! I am curious, this tent is very similar to the iKamper Skycamp 2.0 which has the blackout panels that help w/ temp control and the sunlight. This one looks like it allows more sunlight in through the side panels from the video. Has that been an issue at all for you?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
I haven’t had any issues
@djwanye83 3 жыл бұрын
is it possible to store pillows and blankets inside while the tents is closed?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, you just have to make sure that the blankets are as flat as possible.
@instantjizz 3 жыл бұрын
Are you able to leave some sleeping bags and blankets and pillows in and fold it up still?
@tomastomas6665 3 жыл бұрын
So I have Tuff Stuff Alpha II and it looks identical
@jessvill7106 3 жыл бұрын
hi, i just want to ask if you can leave pillows and sleeping bag inside the tint when it is folded close?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, we store 2 standard size and 2 travel sized pillows in the tent. In addition to the pillows we store 3 down blankets in there. All of that is placed mostly on the opposite side of the entrance. I plan on including some footage of this on a future video.
@insaynbcr 3 жыл бұрын
@@4X4Carpool Do you think it would store two fluffy zero degree adult sleeping bags when closed up? I am looking at possibly upgrading RTTs on my offroad trailer, and your review was really well done. Thanks!
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I think they could fit. If they are really fluffy, that’s probably all that would fit up there. Just make sure they are flat and as close to the rear as possible. Thank you!!
@jillwalker7615 3 жыл бұрын
How much bedding can be left in the condor xl?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
I have 4 down blankets, 2 standard sized pillows and 2 travel sized pillows storages in the tent. Everything is laying as flat as possible and folded up toward the rear of the tent. I get this question a lot, I’m probably going to do a video on how I fold everything up.
@madhu1161 3 жыл бұрын
Hi ... thanks for the video - appreciate it! ... what rack are you using? I noticed that it is not a platfrom rack. Does the "lip" of the rack not interfere with the tent? Thanks, Madhu
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
The roof rack is made by Front Runner. Since this video was made I have added Front Runner’s tent mounts which raise the tent up about 2 inches. The tent worked just fine without them, but having the tent raised up 2 inches makes it easier to open and close the tent.
@madhu1161 3 жыл бұрын
@@4X4Carpool Thanks a ton! Cheers.
@mattt8443 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Considering the Condor XL. Does the sunroof have a bug mesh layer?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes, it does.
@triblemusic 3 жыл бұрын
I know it says four people, but it would be myself,wife, one big boy and my two little girls. Would this be a good tent or would I have to look into another option
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
We have test fit myself, wife, 12 year old son, 6 year old daughter and 3 year old daughter, it could work. But it will be tight, I think regardless of any roof top tent available right now it’s going to be tight with 5 people.
@triblemusic 3 жыл бұрын
@@4X4Carpool thank you sir that helps
@RebeccaTiffany1 Жыл бұрын
Do you still prefer the RTT over trailer?
@pboverlanderz1926 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. What did you use to bolt your condor to the Front Runner rack. I just purchased the quick release mounts sold by Front Runner but I haven't set it up yet.
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
At first I just used the mounting hardware that came with the tent. But recently added the tall tent mounts from Front Runner. With the new mounts I was able to slide the tent forward. It now hangs over the front of the roof rack which gives me room at the rear of the roof rack. Also gives me more space to get my fingers under the tent to access the straps and latches. I would think the quick releases would allow you to do the same, if you need to.
@pboverlanderz1926 3 жыл бұрын
@@4X4Carpool Awesome that makes me feel a lot better about the quick release brackets. I actually spoke with someone at Roofnest that recommended the quick release brackets since my Jeep is a daily driver.
@ricqik 3 жыл бұрын
Is there a gap where the fold is? I thought I saw a see through spot there.
@kevyndignum4636 3 жыл бұрын
How much did you pay for it. And did you order it if so how long did it take to arrive?
@michaelarbulu9942 7 күн бұрын
i need new bolts!
@kodikempton7894 3 жыл бұрын
Is the bottom hard plastic, aluminum, or the exposed wood composite with the plastic film??
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
The bottom is aluminum
@chrisridebike8 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Would that storage area on the top of the hard shell be good for recovery boards like MaxTrax? Thanks!
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I thought about putting them there, but the maxtrax are larger then the storage area. You could probably make some kind of mounting system and they could hover above that area, but that could possibly need some drilling into the tent cover.
@chrisridebike8 3 жыл бұрын
@@4X4Carpool great info. Thank you!
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
No problem!
@michaelarbulu9942 7 күн бұрын
can i order this set?
@DelaneyFarmer 3 жыл бұрын
When you were mounting it, did the unit sit on your bars flushed, or did it sit on the outside edges? If it sat on the outside edges, did you need to fill anything in on the bottom so the bottom of the tent unit fit well on the cross bars? Great video. Thank you.
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! When I first installed the tent there was a small gap between then the bottom of the tent and the outside edge. Since the gap was so tight I installed the front runner tall Front Runner tent mount kits to increase the gap. The larger gap made it easier to latch and unlatch the lid of the tent.
@brooksjorgensen7621 3 жыл бұрын
LOVE IT!!! I do have a question about your truck setup. I have an excursion I am working on outfitting to do things just like this. What is your wheel and tire setup?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice! The wheels are Pro Comp series 69, 17x9 with a -6 offset The tires are BFGooodrdich KO2's 315/70/17 load range E Here are links to these items: amzn.to/3jrciiE amzn.to/3lgJSsb I plan on going to 37/13.5/17 tires on my next set
@deanharris2240 3 жыл бұрын
@@4X4Carpool I have a suburban that I’m outfitting. Your vids are very helpful. Curious if you used a lift kit and what brand of shocks/rear coils you used. Would you ever consider doing a video on the setup? Thanks
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear the videos are helpful. I lifted the excursion with Old Man Emu/ARB springs and the shocks are Bilstein. I plan on coming out with a full rig walk around, I’m hoping to get that filmed within about a month. Thank you for watching!!
@VolkMetalCraft 2 жыл бұрын
What brand of roof rack are you using?
@numb-lock 3 жыл бұрын
Is your Condor XL on your vehicle year round? If so, how is it holding up? Or do you store it in the garage? If so, how?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
It’s on my vehicle year round. Holding up nicely, no problems.
@rjsalameh 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I am looking at this tent and the Front Runner rack. Front runner has a quick detach kit for tents. Do you know if this would with this tent?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! I’ve never had an up close look at the quick release, so I would be able to say for sure. But I would imagine it could work with any tent with a little modification. I just added Front Runners tall tent mount kit, went on with no problem.
@matbennett22 2 жыл бұрын
@@4X4Carpool I noticed in the video you had said that the tents mounting hardware worked perfectly with the slimline II. I also have a slimline II, did you end up having to buy the front runner tall tent mount kit for any specific reason? Thanks
@4X4Carpool 2 жыл бұрын
I did end up installing tall tent mount. Doing that made it easier to tighten the roof straps.
@jerryfornarotto7498 2 жыл бұрын
Do you have any problems with condensation?
@4X4Carpool 2 жыл бұрын
I have not had any problems with condensation, I leave the windows unzipped a little to help with air flow
@tacticalnoodle8741 2 жыл бұрын
How sealed is the tent cover when it is closed?
@MrPoseidonSays 3 жыл бұрын
Looks great. Hows the light coming through material?? Asking cause I see light coming through material. Also how’s the condensation with one layer material? Thanks
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Some light comes through. If possible, I will position the truck so that the hard cover faces the sun in the morning. I usually will keep the window cracked to help with condensation.
@1wakurat 3 жыл бұрын
Where’s the link for the LED lights, did they come with the tent?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
The LED lights come with the tent
@1wakurat 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, very good video
@thephatalien 3 жыл бұрын
Great review bro! How does it hold up in the wind and the rain?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. It does very well in the wind. The fabric is cut and placed so well that there’s minimal flapping in the wind. Since we are in Southern California we don’t see much rain, I wouldn’t be able to speak on its performance in the rain just yet.
@thephatalien 3 жыл бұрын
4X4 Carpool Thanks!
@nickdanne7270 3 жыл бұрын
Can your sleeping bags and pillows be left in the tent when you pack it up? Great review!
@jaydeepark2851 3 жыл бұрын
iKamper seems to be of better quality, but the difference in cost makes the Roofnest much more attractive.
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Quality, included features and price are what attracted me to this tent. I couldn't be happier with the purchase.
@dirtyminerapparel Жыл бұрын
Is that a 7.3 Diesel?
@IMGhostRogue 2 жыл бұрын
Have you had problems with rust?
@justinbryant6676 3 жыл бұрын
I heard all these rooftop tents leak water at the hinge and base
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
I have not had any experience with using the tent in the rain, but I have not heard that before.
@johnrichards3666 3 жыл бұрын
This might be a dumb question but how do you keep someone from stealing it?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Good question. Since it took me a really long time to tighten the mounting hardware(not a lot of space for hands and tools) and since the tent is almost 200 pounds(took 2 people to get it up there), I would only assume it would be a really long get away. Also my truck is insured for a stated amount which includes the cost of the tent. So if someone manages to get away with it without me noticing, insurance would take care of it.
@johnrichards3666 3 жыл бұрын
That makes sense. I appreciate the response and the high-quality quality video you posted. I've subscribed.
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
No problem, happy to help. Awesome, glad you like the video!
@toddpetri6573 3 жыл бұрын
Other tent company’s sell security nuts. Amazon has a wide variety of security nuts and bolts. Just ordered my condor xl. Plan on ordering the appropriate security nuts to have peace of mind. My concern is locking up the tent itself, as I don’t see that the condor has locking latches. Suggestions?
@texas2far 3 жыл бұрын
@@toddpetri6573 just run a long cable lock and wrap it around the entire shell...may not look pretty but will serve its purpose
@fpolkjr 3 жыл бұрын
Good Review
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@JM1701ABCD 3 жыл бұрын
Holy crap you have a KZfaq Channel too?
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, yup! You found me!!
@dlees14 3 жыл бұрын
Can you leave sleeping bags inside and close the the tent? Maybe a couple pillows as well.
@4X4Carpool 3 жыл бұрын
Sleeping bags would be possible. I store 4 down blankets, 2 standard sized pillows and 2 travel sized pillows. I lay the blankets out to make sure that they are as flat as possible and the pillows are all the way in the back, the side where the cover is hinged.
@juggsauce 3 жыл бұрын
I mean I want one but it's hard to believe that they cost more than 1/4 msrp to manufacture.
@jamesbuongiorno9014 3 жыл бұрын
Cool, just make one yourself. Seems easy enough.
@juggsauce 3 жыл бұрын
Ah, the good ole "just make your own" argument. If Apple approach works for them then more power to them. If people are paying that much then it is what it is.
@savagecub Жыл бұрын
Freaking thing costs as much as a decent used car ????
@ironpug42 Жыл бұрын
Price way too high
@axdghsetiy118 3 жыл бұрын
Ikamper
@CarlosPerez-xr7xj Жыл бұрын
Great tent but clear coat dose not last begins to peel off looks ugly starts to happen within a year. Not worth all that money would look at another tent instead if I could. We are not rich so investing into something for us is pretty much it. Can’t just go buy a new one.
@jy5743 2 жыл бұрын
Too expensive, 5000!!!
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