Family Camper

Springbar Family Camper - expensive but amazing materials and if you take care of it…, will be a family heirloom. Plenty of space, amazing quality, breathable, massive windows. I really love my tent 🙏🏻 https://preview.redd.it/v4d1jpyazv7g1.jpeg?width=3840&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3fc4030bc26e0c2f3a674b3c3bc8637579e952bb

OK Im uniquely qualified to answer this question! My time to shine finally! I was a previous owner of a Springbar Family Camper and current owner of the cheapy Coleman Blackout Tents. One thing to consider with the Springbars, are the amount of sunlight that get let through them. Theyre great tents, very comfortable, setup easy, but they just let in way to much light for getting little kids down to bed. Ultimately we went back to the cheap blackout Coleman tent and have been happy with that. It wont last as long as the Springbar, but it works while our kids are really little, and eventually we can buy another Springbar if we want too.

Been overlanding for years with a springbar tent...10 x 14.

Kodiak or Springbar canvas tent. For 6 people you’ll want a 10x14. They’re pricey but very worth it IMO.

I have a 10x14’ springbar tent, I feel setup is pretty simple and straightforward compared to other tents I’ve used. I can easily set it up and take it down by myself.

The cheapest one that isn’t worthless is probably the C6 Rev Rooftop Tent X. C6 makes a platform for it, and the tent plus platform runs around 1,100. You’ll still need to find crossbars for your hardtop. I stopped looking for a roof top tend when I realized I could get a fabulous Springbar style tent from Kodiak that was much roomier and better built for like $800.

Look into Springbar or Kodiak tents. They aren't cheap, but your grandchildren won't need to replace it when they're taking their kids camping. You may be able to find a used one close to your price range. I got my 6 person Springbar for $400.

Springbar or Kodiak tents are expensive and heavy, but last for YEARS. They stand up in 80mph winds. You can stand up in them and the 10x10 version is plenty for a family of four. My wife and kids sleep on cots and all the gear goes under the cots. I put a footprint under it and use two picnic blankets inside to protect the floor. I got mine used - very lightly used for about $400.