ROOFNEST Falcon XL Rooftop Tent - FULL REVIEW
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- If you spend any time camping in or around your truck, you should look into a rooftop tent! In this video I provide a review of the Falcon XL, a hard shell rooftop tent by Roofnest. Check out the video for details on setup, take down, features, and my overall thoughts on this rooftop tent!
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My goodness! I've been searching for almost two hours looking for a video that features a hard top tent installed on the actual roof of the truck as opposed to a bed rack. I was beginning to wonder if that was even possible and if I was overlooking something obvious. Unlike most people, I don't want to lose the utility of my truck bed (I also have a hard roll up tonneau cover). This is such a relief to see this is possible. Thanks for the vid!
Glad it was helpful!
kind of difficult to support 165 pounds of the tent by itself without a body. The Thule she has only supports 165 pounds. I'm considering a diamondback tonneau + roofnest, just not sure there's a roof rack (not a bed rack) system that allows for around 600 lbs (165 tent + 200lbs body + 150 lbs body). If there is please let me know.
Exactly what I was searching! One can stand on the truck bed instead of ladders to access the tent 🎪
If you're into hunting & cooking, check out my video below! Thanks for watching everyone! Cheers.
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Another good video. My wife made a bunch of pulled pork out of the last one I brought home from a handgun hunt.
it was fun helping you really test this out and see what it can really handle.
Yes, we will put it to the test!
That's awesome. No worries about where to set up your tent, just park it and your sleeping quarters are right above you. I also love the ease of setting up the roof top rent as well.
Yep, gotta love it!
Another great video Allie. Love your work ❤
Thank you!!
Very nice tent and great review Allie, always figured if we went with a roof top it would be a hard top, you showing how easy it was to set-up and break-down sold me on this one. Thanks
Thanks for watching, glad you liked it!
Love it!!! We just got our HEO hardtop and it is amazing!
They are so cool!
spending any time under canvas , i reccomend trying a few different sets of ear plugs ( some are better and comfier than others ) i spent 9 months up scotland in all kinds of bad stormy weather BUT ear plugs really do help ., i love camping being outdoors testing equipment , usually lightweight back packing gear + carrying lots of pro camera equipment , it helps to choose the best gear you can afford , love the roof rack tent awesome kit
I’m glad I saw this video. I too have a full sized truck, and was looking for reviews for mounting over the cab versus the bed. I have a bed cover, and didn’t want to have to lose the ability to get into the bed of my truck.
Thanks for watching John!
Very cool tent for sure. I like the ability to add gear on top with the rails.
Ya, pretty nifty!
Badass tent! I have a soft shell and would love a hard shell too. Keep us updated on the tent.
I will for sure. Thanks for watching!
I enjoyed the video. I'm thinking on going with this tent for my Jeep. Thanks.
You should! They are awesome.
Love it! Great video!
Thanks Dani!
Awesome video! I currently have a soft top roof tent but want to upgrade to this! ✌🏼
Go for it!
Woow! !! Easy and Affordable Adventure 🍀
Tent is $4000 wtf
Thanks for the review! I’ve been trying to decide if I want more space with Condor XL or get the Falcon XL for the ease, and the ease of Falcon XL is hard to beat!
Sure is! Thanks for watching!
That was very interesting and informative. I was curious if it was noisy up there.
Thank you Outdoors Allie!
It is a bit noisy while driving. Otherwise not so much.
Thanks for the awesome review! I’m torn between the XL and the reg sizes, would love the extra space , but not sure if I want the closed tent overhanging the vehicle too much 🤷♂️ (17 Tacoma TRDOR w/bed cap)
Yes, it is very big. It's nice to have the room though!
I want a roof top tent so bad!!! So flipping cool! 😎
They are pretty sweet!!
Great video! What roof racks would be recommended for this set up? We have a 2020 ram rebel, has the panoramic sunroof, wondering which racks would work best? Any suggestions?
If I had to do it again i'd mount it over my truck bed!
I really hope the regular falcon has the newer side door features and design as the xl
Great video! What kind of cross bars do you use to support your tent?
They are old Thule bars. Never had a problem!
Nice vid Allie. Hey, just a quick tip about the ladder. Instead of extending the ladder and then hooking it to the tent, try undoing the velcro strap then lifting the ladder up and hook it on the tent and let the weight of the ladder extend itself out. You just guide it down. This should be easier and faster for you. I just mounted this same tent in the std width on my jeep about a month ago. I love it! It's a total game changer for overlanding.
Nice! Thanks Eldon!
one of the best reveiws yet. looking at buying one, called motop in Australia.
Thanks for watching Brad!
I’ve seen the hard shells around. I imagine much quieter going down the road. Looks comfortable too
Its actually not much quieter, but wayyyyy easier to set up.
Great review I’m concerned you might fall out of the tent 3500?? Thought it would be about 2000. Super convenient it looks like it’s cozy in there
Great review!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Solid review! I just ordered mine!
You are going to love it!
How is your rooftop working out so far? Im considering the Falcon XL?
Just put this on my Jeep Wrangler JLUR. How do you know when to stop torquing down the nuts on the brackets that go around your roof rack crossbars?
Add some washers, lock washers, and some medium duty loctite, then you don't have to worry about over tightening the nuts.
Thank yu for the review I have a question..can we let the sleep in bags and pillow inside when we close it ?
Probably not the pillows.
Looks like a great rooftop tent 👍
Super cool.
I would extend the ladder the opposite way; starting to extend from the bottom instead of the first. I found that if you extended the top and not the bottom, it’ll sometimes act as a spring when standing on the ladder. This is the best way of you don’t intend to fully extend the ladder. Keep up the great work!
Thanks for the feedback!!
Great review. Thanks. This is probably my number 1 contender for RTTs. Question tho- I have a Yakima Roadshower 4 gallon that I want to be able to take with me. I coukd attache it to the side gear channel with M8s, but I am wondering it will fit there with the struts. I can’t tell but it looks the struts may interfere with it? Anyway, tia. Just subbed.
I'm not sure, but that sounds like a sweet option! Thank for the watching!!
Good review. Didn't even know such things existed.
Now ya know!!
Looks great 👍 but how does it does on top like how you have it instead of it on the bed part?
It has worked well, but I wouldn't do it again.
Thank you. You’re standing on top of the pickup bed/wall to pack it so it works well for a pickup whether the tent is stop or in the bed.
But for a midsize suv looks like you’d need another freestanding on its own ladder to pack it? unless you’re a performer in Cirque D’soleil?
LOL that is a good point. Might be able to take care of it standing on the backseat. I've seen them on a Subaru.
will this hard shell tent leaks or molding after years on the of the car when not using
Awesome video! Lots of great information. Are you going to do a 6 months or 1 year review of ownership?
Yes, thats the plan! Probably at the one year mark.
Good review - it looks like this will be the one I end up with.
It's a sweet tent. Enjoy!!
Hey, I'm planning on getting the falcon. I'm debating between to either go with a roof rack system or a Bed rack system to mount the tent. How did you like your current setup( on top of the roof) . If you were to redo it, will you consider to go with the bed rack or stick to the roof rack setup ?
Yes, I would definitely do the bed rack system. No questions about it.
Wow that is fab, what a great set up that is. I suppose you could have the car radio on.
Abosolutey! Thanks for watching Kevin!
Thank you for the review and time spent on making the videos. Definitely helpful in making my choice for which brand of RTT to go with. Largest selling point for me is the setup and break down time as rather than spending my time with setup and breaking down my tent or hammock, with a larger portion of the year I spend in a tent/hammock that time definitely starts to add up as down time from the activities that I rather choose to be doing then setting up a proper camp and sleeping quarters.
Glad to hear it was helpful James!
Hey quick question. I really really love all your videos and have watched a LOT of them. I’ve also watched almost all of your archery and hunting videos in particular and have nothing left to watch! What are some other channels you would recommend (mainly archery but I’m open to anything) that has similar content to your channel? Tysm I love your videos! ❣️
Chris Bee has a fun channel.
Outdoors Allie I’ll have to watch it! Thank you!
Any reason you don’t mount it in the bed if your truck? I’m looking for a tent for my raptor and would still like to be able to get in the garage. Was thinking about picking this up and mounting over the bed. Thoughts?
I wish I would have mounted it on the truck bed!
I love to see it
Stoked you posted this video!! I’m considering buying one. One concern I have however is accessing the sides when it’s raining. Looks like rain could get the inside wet with no awning over it. Have you experienced that? I will need to access from the sides with my set up.
It hasn't rained more then a few drops on us since we've had this model. It did handle the snow well though! If you have a truck you can access it from the bed. We put a cooler under the awning part and use it as step up.
@@OutdoorsAllie ray
Great video! What roof rails did you use? I love that you didn't bed mount it.
Thanks Scott. They are an old model by Thule. Worked fine for us, a bit noisy though.
Hi Allie, thanks for the great reviews on the Falcon XL, I have the 2015 Ford F-150 XLT, don't have the full 2 backdoors like you as I wanted the larger bed, what Thule rooftop crossbars are you using to rest the falcon on? Im hoping it fits my truck, otherwise I need a bedrack and I dont want that. Any help is welcome and thanks in advance for your assistance!
I would suggest the bedrack personally. The Thule rooftop bars worked, but they are an older model. Quite expensive and noisy!
@@OutdoorsAllie Thank you for the honest feedback Allie! I'll figure this out! LOL! Any other recs are welcome on the F150's! Cheers
@@OutdoorsAllie Thanks Allie, the bedrocks aren't cheap either, another $1600 plus Falcon, I appreciate your feedback and thank you!
I'd like to see the companies have a locking mechanism for the tent on the cross bars.
How do you feel about that thing hanging over the fron and back of your cab? I am debating if I should put on roof or bed
I'd go for the bed!
Great looking RTT! Do you think you could comfortably sleep 2 adults and a 7 yo?
Yes, for sure!
Hi! My husband and I are deciding between this model or the Condor XL. Do you think there is room for 2 average size adults and a toddler?
Yes!! I"m 5'8 and Nick is 6'1 and we have plenty of room left!
Did you go with a fitted queen size sheet for the pad?
That would work fine!
Good review 👍
Glad you liked it
Hey Allie, What roof rack system or bars are you using to support the rooftop tent?
I would like to know as well. ive been researching and can not find a roof rack that supports more than 165 pounds
Mine is an older model Thule. Not sure of the name. Haven't had any issues other than its a bit noisy on the highway.
My plan is to have a front runner slim line II roof rack on my super crew cab with a wind dam. And set that roof nest falcon xl further back using the roof rack to support the front and a Yakima adjustable bed rack to support the rear of the tent . Plan is entry into the tent from my pickup bed . Got a big K9.
Sounds like a sweet set up!
Nice review. Does it have room to keep pillows and/or blankets inside while it's closed?
Yes, if they're relatively small
@@OutdoorsAllie great, thanks!
How is driving with that much overhang on the windshield? I’ve been tempted but it’ll overhang 15 inches on my windshield. Sounds like it’d be a wind sail
I felt the same way at first. I'm used to it by now. Haven't had any issues!
What mounts did you use on the truck? I have a similar project but can’t find anything like that
It's an older model Thule
Look very good Quality..
That setup is alot cooler when I seen you standing in the pickup bed, you could put a platform up on bed corner slots and set up a porch and table lol pretty cool!
Ya I would like to have it over the bed next time.
So it’s about $3800 for the entire setup including the roof rack?
This looks like an amazing setup. I’m looking for a truck tent for my F150 and this looks like it fits the bill (although a bit pricey). Does it have a warranty?
2 year warranty. Yes, it is a bit pricey, but its very comfortable and feels like it should last a long time!! Thanks for watching!
Does it ever leak, open or closed. I'm 265 lbs. Is it going to bend when I put my weight on it in any corner or the middle.
No it hasn't leaked for us.
Looked great and good review. The bears will not be able to get too you that easily. I like the latter as well could use that for a deer stand 👍😁🇺🇸
hahahahha double use!
Hello, I am looking at some Roofnest tents as well. Can you store your bedding in this tent when closed? If not do you find it not to be an issue or would you rather have gone with something like the Sparrow Eye tent?.
I don't leave anything up there, but don't find it being an issue anyway. I'm sure you could get away with leaving sleeping bags or a couple blankets though.
@@OutdoorsAllie ok thank you.
Good review
Thanks for watching!
That thing is awesome
So awesome.
Would be a nice setup if you could mount it on the bed of truck. Then it could work as cover for bed when not in use and store items under it. Looks like a great setup!!
Yes, thats my next move!
I like the hardshells but I hate giving up my annex. Now if someone could just come up with a better cover for soft RTT's. It looks sweet though Allie.
I love the hardshell so far!
Sweet af the roof rack is cool also.
Thanks Michael!
Love the design of this tent. But I wish it had a sky window.
I like it. Thanks
Glad you like it! Thanks for watching!
great video. Wondering if my Honda Pilot can hold that.
Im sure it will with the right roof rack!
I park my hybrid rav 4 outside in driveway. Will this tent be something I can live on all the time and is it easy to get stolen or do I need to take it down and store it?
Mine stays on the truck most of the time. I take it off in the dead of the winter, but it will be on most of spring summer and fall. It would be very hard to steal.
@@OutdoorsAllie thank u:)
Hello, what roof racks are you using and how it is handling the weight of the tent+you? So far so good? Tks
Thule. It worked well for us!
A bit noisy though.
I have a short bed Ram. With bed racks/bars the tent would overhang the tailgate by over a foot. Would you still mount it on the bed? If mounted on the roof, any concern exceeding roof load with people up there?
I haven't had an issue with roof load. That's the exact reason I didn't put mine on the bed. I don't think it would be an issue, but I chose to go up top!
@@OutdoorsAllie thanks for the reply Allie. Is it still up there?
@@clintbuzzworth6669 Had it on there for about a year, no issues. Took it off because it was a little noisy. Will put it back on when I need it.
What roof rack do you have I didn't see the way you attach the roof rack to the truck I think mine's the same it's a 90s Dodge with no rain gutter don't know how to attach a roof racks on there I don't think they make any for it
This is made by Thule. Not sure if they make one to fit your truck though.
What do you do with your beddings everyday? Pillows, sheets, blankets?
Wash after every trip or every few trips depending on how dirty it gets!
Or do you prefer to just pack sleeping bags?
What states will you be hunting this season
Idaho, Kentucky, PA. Maybe Ohio.
Would this be too big for a subaru Crosstrek? My Thule crossbars hold up to 200lbs but thinking length?
It's definitely long, but I think it would look sweet!!
great job
Thanks Danny!
can you store blankets or the ladder inside?
A couple small blankets would be fine, not the ladder though.
Thank you :-).
Definitely putting one on my Toyota Tundra. What roof cross bar system did you use to mount your RT Tent?
It's an older model made by Thule. Probably not the best option. Tent is sweet though!
In hind sight would you have mounted the tent over your truck bed instead? Or just use a heavier duty roof cross bar system?
@@eugenecota2470 I would have mounted it over the bed!
Thank you for your insight and willingness to help!!
I have the same tent and it is hard to latch shut, did you have this problem? You make it look easy. Also I do not have anything in the tent. Thanks for the video.
Not particularly. I usually put a little downward pressure on it!
Mine is hard to latch shut. I put my 180# on it and bounce.
Thats what I do. I've had my tent about 2 months. Roofnest says it will get easier. How long have you had yours?
@@kenjones1689 about the same time.
My truck has a cab that's where I normally sleep when I go out in the woods or hunting. It's a good idea to get a rooftop tent than being on the ground.
I love being off the ground.
I placed my order for the SMRT summit suite tent through REI and it looks virtually identical!
You're going to have a blast!
i see that you have a clamp type roof rack kit.. people on the internet is saying its not safe to have a RTT on a clamp type rack kits.. how is it holding up?
We never had a problem. I'm sure there is a better method though.
So cool
Thanks for watching Jamie!
i told you Allie an hardshell RTT was the best...good choice.
You were right!
Can you leave your sleeping bag and pillow inside when you close the tent?
Sleeping bag will fit if it is laid out flat. Haven't tried with a pillow. Probably not a big one though.
What rack is on your truck that can hold that weight??? Thx✌🤠😎🤓
I forget the model. Thule makes it!
Great review. Thank you. ~carol
Thanks for watching Carol!
Falcon XL $3,500
Can I keep in the garage vertically against the wall?
Should be fine!
I’m sold!
They are awesome.
Nice tent. Where is this filmed. I feel like u r usually in the south. Looks
Like u r in the foothills of the Intermountain stares? Thx as always, it really helps
Ya raise our daughter and have her watch u and other ladies on your tube. Much appreciated. Thx
Idaho. Thanks for watching!!
Outdoors Allie what!!!!!!!! Shoutout. Had we known my wife and daughter would have lived to meet u or treated u!!! I wouldn’t as I assume u r not dying to meet up with unknown men from a TH-cam comment ha ha. How fun. Welcome to Idaho and I hope u enjoyed it! If u r still here and need anything let us know !!!
@@donotrobme9295 LOL thanks for the offer!
Does the rooftop tent and rooftop rack gets loose overtime while riding for a long distance
Only ever had one issue. Not this make and model though. Just check on it regularly!
@@OutdoorsAllie what kind of issue
One of the only people I have seen mounting it on their truck roof rather than a bed rack. Interesting.
It works, but I don't think I'd do it that way again.
@@OutdoorsAllie Makes sense. Happy Trails!