Skycamp 3.0

I have the full size iKamper 3 without the insulation, use a foam bottom air mattress with r rating and sleeping bag / comforter - I like to be on the cold side

Not sure the ages of your kids… I have a iKamper skycamp 3 on a 4R which is I think considered on the large size for a RTT … I can comfortably fit 3 adults or 2 adults and two kids pretty comfy. You will Want a better mattress for the inside as the one that comes with it sucks. Less than 5 mins to setup and about the same to put away - that part is fantastic.

I just got an iKamper skycamp 3 - 4 adults will be very tight, 2 adults would be comfortable with room to stretch out. By yourself you’ll have lots of room.

I have an iKamper skycamp 3 - not budget friendly at all (the opposite) but the best camping purchase I have ever made. Easy setup and takedown in <5m and just awesomeness

I have a skycamp3 - it takes me 3 mins to setup, about 5 to put away, it’s huge and can fit 3 full size adults and their gear - I leave it on full time

Yep a whole 5 mins to put away - that’s not that inconvenient really

All of my bedding folds up into the tent, that leaves just a bag to grab and throw in the car - I’m not exaggerating, I just did it today and it took 5 mins

I do not have experience with the vertical options. From the time i decided on adding a RTT I had already decided on an iKamper. I usually park so that the three window views I have are what I want to see. I am not sure about the setup time on the vertical opening tents - the skycamp is literally setup and ready to jump in in under 3m and the takedown is closer to 5m due to my making sure the flaps close in such a way as to block any moisture from getting in while it’s closed due to rain, washing, etc. I love the skycamp, only thing I didn’t love is the mattress that comes with it. My first couple of trips with it were great but my back felt the thin foam on the last couple of trips so I added the comfort mattress which is a combination of foam and air. If I had it to do again I might have upgraded to the skycamp DLX but I definitely would have ended up with another iKamper.

I do not have experience with the vertical options. From the time i decided on adding a RTT I had already decided on an iKamper. I usually park so that the three window views I have are what I want to see. I am not sure about the setup time on the vertical opening tents - the skycamp is literally setup and ready to jump in in under 3m and the takedown is closer to 5m due to my making sure the flaps close in such a way as to block any moisture from getting in while it’s closed due to rain, washing, etc. I love the skycamp, only thing I didn’t love is the mattress that comes with it. My first couple of trips with it were great but my back felt the thin foam on the last couple of trips so I added the comfort mattress which is a combination of foam and air. If I had it to do again I might have upgraded to the skycamp DLX but I definitely would have ended up with another iKamper.

I wouldn't say I'm an ultra light Backpacker but all of my tents have been pretty tight fitting two and three person tents. So I'm used to close quarters. I just took a few minutes to look at the dimensions of my sky Camp 3 and compared it to a few four-person backpacking tents... going by the dimensions it WILL be a tight fit for four full size adults in the sky camp.. Like I said in the previous post for my family of three and our dog it just seems like we are swimming in there.

I have a hard shell RTT (iKamper) and love it. As for awnings…I don’t get it. Maybe they’re useful for about 2 hours when the sun is directly overhead or for a light drizzle of rain but they generally don’t offer much protection and they’re expensive. I use tarps so that I can angle them for maximum coverage and move them around as necessary without having to move my vehicle.

Just a note on your options. If you’re looking for a walled tent, windy conditions may create excessive noise. IMO wedge options are better as you can turn it into the wind. Although I have never slept in a James Baroud or Autohome and quality counts so noise may not be an issue. I personally went from a flip over soft shell style to an iKamper (kind of wedge) and would always recommend a hard shell RTT over others. One of the most important things is to get one with enough space to hold the mattress and your bedding so you can open/close without moving equipment. This is paramount. Others have noted some cons with RTT in general: climbing up and down the ladder, extra cost, can’t leave camp, etc. They are valid. There are always naysayers. And like with anything, there is no perfect setup. There are pros as well. You’ll stay cleaner and dryer than on the ground. If you choose the tent well, setup/takedown can be 60 seconds. Bedding is ready when you are. Sleep is generally better. Good luck.

James Baroud Odyssey Magma. Ive used iKamper Skycamp 3.0, Wildland (which goes under the brand FSR in the states) and Thule. The Odyssey/ Magma is hands down the best of all of these tents, even thr iKamper. https://preview.redd.it/zsn5onq2w8sf1.jpeg?width=2150&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1efcfa72db601a3d5b712b699b5abd5a9e1fb365

James Baroud Odyssey, hands down the best RTT on the market. I have the limited edition Magma version and been using it for 3 weeks straight now in the Alps I previously have had a iKamper Skycamp 3.0, Wild Land (Go FSR) Summit and Thule. I have also tested several chinese branded tents. The iKamper was good while both the Wild Land and Thule where not (and neither was any of the chinese branded tents. The JB however canvas is the thickest with 3 layers and has 100% blackout, no water is coming in and ive slept in it during a few stormy days with strong winds. The entire structure of the JB is also sturdy as hell and it feels more like you are in a room then in a RTT. The Thule was no good in a storm and literally had to sleep inside the car. The Wild Land was ok but like most other tents the fabric makes a lot of noise in the wind and rain. The iKamper was very good and breathable as well but JB takes it to the next level.