iKamper - Skycamp Mini 3.0

As far as bugs, I love roof top tents for the comfort of no surprise bugs or scorpions. Also much better sleeping than the ground. They aren’t technically in your budget but you could probably get one used. I would keep them in your research while you camp with your tent and watch for deals from people selling. For me, the whole trip can be ruined by not getting the best sleep🤣 so I have had so much better camping since I got my RTT. They do also have ladder adapters so dogs can climb the ladders but again that will be cutting into your budget so probably more of a future thing. I have ikamper 3.0 mini and we’ve been through rain and storms easily with no issues. I’ve heard that the inflatable plus foam style sleeping pads are the best. There are brands in every price range. I’ve seen that a lot of people get their dog a camp bed to put in the tent so that they don’t puncture the air mattress, this seems like your best bet.

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.

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

Ikamper 3.0 with the LNT cover - Ikamper can keep you dry, but you still need to air it out after. Using the LNT cover makes it so you can just take off the cover and under is dry enough to put away. Hard to dry in the pnw when it’s raining for weeks on end/ not sunny. https://preview.redd.it/g9aozuptmevf1.jpeg?width=5712&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=35e321187e82b6fba6ea67f287459ba6a6d17b74 To be clear, I put the cover on before opening and don’t take it off till closed to keep it extra dry.

I second iKamper. Also, get a diesel heater if you need to. Tons of options out there and make the tent 70+ degrees in zero temps.

Nice looking tent. I had the ikamper but found it too small length wise for me (6’2”). This looks like it would be better though, if you’re a similar height how do you find the length?

Appreciate it and good to know. I was able to angle in the ikamper when it’s just me but not ideal. I’d love to get a GFC but can’t stomach the 10 grand price tag!!

I’ve been down this path. Find one that has enough room to keep your bedding in it. And not one you have to climb on top of to close and smash down. I had the Ikamper and it worked great,, although I don’t really use it a more because on my jeep I prefer to keep my center of gravity low. I’ll use it for overlanding trails. But not for any rates trails over 6

thank god i have my iKamper setup already.

When you say four people we need to know the ages and size of them. I weigh 280 pounds, my wife is 220, we can share the tent with my 11 year old daughter, our 15 year old son can’t fit with us. If they were both under 10 years old and my wife were 50 pounds smaller the four of us could fit up there. We have an iKamper and it will be the best quality of any of the tents you mentioned. The comfort sleep system will also be the most comfortable, though it will fit in tents from other manufacturers.