Thanks for the great review! I’m curious how you handle getting the RTT on and off your R1T? For me my kids are too young to help and getting a 100+ lbs tent on and off would be challenging. Any tips?
The stratus on the R1S, got two questions and Don’t know if this info is known. 1. noise levels when driving? 2. On the top of the stratus, could a Thule XT XXL roof box be mounted on top and left on the tent when setup? The Thule box in our situation would be empty when the tent is setup because gear would be removed before the tent is deployed. Thule weights 55 lbs empty. Thanks for all the rivian videos!
Great video, Scott! So far, I have researched 23zero,iICamper and Roam roof top tents. Now another one to research. Thanks for making my RTT purchase that much harder. LOL
Ha. All good tents. My thoughts about the 4x4 tents are honestly arrived. I have tried iCamper and seen the others first hand but haven’t slept in them. Can’t really go wrong with any of them. Good luck!
Don't you think the Rivian would look amazing with diamond shaped headlights...like it's badge?! The vertical stack could remain the same with just the LED "pill" shape changed.
Don’t know if you’ll do anymore reviews on the stratus or nimbus but it would be nice to know the exact height of it on the R1S when it’s in the lowest suspension settings. I have to clear an 82” garage. Also nice to know the range hit, noise levels, installation, clearances, etc. That’s exactly the setup I planning for. Thanks!
thx for asking. I actually have a picture of it next to my garage but didn't include it in my review. I measured the top of the Stratus (on the R1S) at about 80 inches. (I think I was in low height setting, second to lowest) Seems like it would fit, but will be close. The actual height of the box itself is 8 1/2 inches so if you have an R1S with the rack you can measure the top of the rack and add 9 1/2 inches (to allow for the extra inch in the mounting system, which may or may not be included in that 8 1/2 measurement. Sorry but I don't have the tent any more so can't get more accurate than that. If you want to message me directly I can send you that pic.
@@RivianDad Thanks for the response and info. That does help a whole lot. Mathematically it will fit but just barely. Plus the 21” will drop it another inch and maybe another inch in lowest conserve mode…which apparently is a bit lower than kneel mode. Thanks again!
We love to camp and backpack and will be doing that with our new R1S, but I cannot for the life of me figure out the point of these rooftop tents. Our 3-person (triplex) backpacking tent from Z-Packs (no affiliation, just a customer) weighs less than 2 lbs, has a LOT more room, and sets up in less time. Folds down into a little 7" x 12" stuff sack. It has provided faithful service for years and costs a small fraction of these. It also does double-duty when you are going backpacking, so you can park the Rivian at the Trailhead and do a night or four in the back country. I guess i just do not "get it" with respect to these?
In a word: bears. But there’s a lot more than just simply getting up off the ground and away from animals. Rain is also a big factor. And since the rooftop tent is off the ground, that eliminates the complications of finding a spot, etc. Plus, with the leveling feature of the vehicle, you don’t have to deal with uneven ground. It’s also warmer, both because of the thickness of the material but also because you’re not in direct contact with the cold ground all night. Also, there’s a major convenience factor being able to open it up and close it down pretty easily. I agree that there are trade-offs, though, especially cost. And in some ways, they are just two completely different use cases. Obviously, if you’re backpacking, you would need a portable tent.
One requires setup and a dedicated spot. The other can be setup anywhere that is close to level. When I'm road tripping across the US I can pull over and quickly setup a rooftop tent anywhere from a rest stop to a campground to a backroad. Can't do that with a ground tent. The people backpacking are not the people who purchase rooftop tents. People get rooftop tents because they are brought with the vehicle. They're sturdy and off the ground.
@@RivianDad Good to know. I was thinking of getting one that's 56" wide and thinking it might be just a bit too big for the roof. I'm not expecting my R1S until early 2024.
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This was so fun to do. I only wish we could have stayed longer!
Looks fun! Bought my R1T for utility but you guys make us want to camp.
It’s great for camping! What do you mainly use your R1T for?
@@robinlunt2535 Beekeeping boxes, gear, etc.
Thanks for the great review! I’m curious how you handle getting the RTT on and off your R1T? For me my kids are too young to help and getting a 100+ lbs tent on and off would be challenging. Any tips?
The stratus on the R1S, got two questions and Don’t know if this info is known.
1. noise levels when driving?
2. On the top of the stratus, could a Thule XT XXL roof box be mounted on top and left on the tent when setup? The Thule box in our situation would be empty when the tent is setup because gear would be removed before the tent is deployed. Thule weights 55 lbs empty.
Thanks for all the rivian videos!
Great video, Scott! So far, I have researched 23zero,iICamper and Roam roof top tents. Now another one to research. Thanks for making my RTT purchase that much harder. LOL
Ha. All good tents. My thoughts about the 4x4 tents are honestly arrived. I have tried iCamper and seen the others first hand but haven’t slept in them. Can’t really go wrong with any of them. Good luck!
The Stratus roof would let you add a 270 degree awning and also carry addition things on top with a rack system.
Don't you think the Rivian would look amazing with diamond shaped headlights...like it's badge?! The vertical stack could remain the same with just the LED "pill" shape changed.
Do you have a picture of Alto on R1T? Wondering how much it extends out from the truck.
Don’t know if you’ll do anymore reviews on the stratus or nimbus but it would be nice to know the exact height of it on the R1S when it’s in the lowest suspension settings. I have to clear an 82” garage. Also nice to know the range hit, noise levels, installation, clearances, etc. That’s exactly the setup I planning for. Thanks!
thx for asking. I actually have a picture of it next to my garage but didn't include it in my review. I measured the top of the Stratus (on the R1S) at about 80 inches. (I think I was in low height setting, second to lowest) Seems like it would fit, but will be close. The actual height of the box itself is 8 1/2 inches so if you have an R1S with the rack you can measure the top of the rack and add 9 1/2 inches (to allow for the extra inch in the mounting system, which may or may not be included in that 8 1/2 measurement. Sorry but I don't have the tent any more so can't get more accurate than that. If you want to message me directly I can send you that pic.
@@RivianDad Thanks for the response and info. That does help a whole lot. Mathematically it will fit but just barely. Plus the 21” will drop it another inch and maybe another inch in lowest conserve mode…which apparently is a bit lower than kneel mode. Thanks again!
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We love to camp and backpack and will be doing that with our new R1S, but I cannot for the life of me figure out the point of these rooftop tents. Our 3-person (triplex) backpacking tent from Z-Packs (no affiliation, just a customer) weighs less than 2 lbs, has a LOT more room, and sets up in less time. Folds down into a little 7" x 12" stuff sack. It has provided faithful service for years and costs a small fraction of these. It also does double-duty when you are going backpacking, so you can park the Rivian at the Trailhead and do a night or four in the back country. I guess i just do not "get it" with respect to these?
In a word: bears. But there’s a lot more than just simply getting up off the ground and away from animals. Rain is also a big factor. And since the rooftop tent is off the ground, that eliminates the complications of finding a spot, etc. Plus, with the leveling feature of the vehicle, you don’t have to deal with uneven ground. It’s also warmer, both because of the thickness of the material but also because you’re not in direct contact with the cold ground all night. Also, there’s a major convenience factor being able to open it up and close it down pretty easily. I agree that there are trade-offs, though, especially cost. And in some ways, they are just two completely different use cases. Obviously, if you’re backpacking, you would need a portable tent.
One requires setup and a dedicated spot. The other can be setup anywhere that is close to level. When I'm road tripping across the US I can pull over and quickly setup a rooftop tent anywhere from a rest stop to a campground to a backroad. Can't do that with a ground tent.
The people backpacking are not the people who purchase rooftop tents. People get rooftop tents because they are brought with the vehicle. They're sturdy and off the ground.
Do you know the roof width of your R1S? Curious if you could get an even larger(wider) tent without any overhang on the sides.
I’ll measure but honestly it’s about as wide as I would go. Yes, could be a few inches wider but not much without feeling too wide.
@@RivianDad Good to know. I was thinking of getting one that's 56" wide and thinking it might be just a bit too big for the roof. I'm not expecting my R1S until early 2024.
I was also looking at 56” width (iKamper BDV Duo), but now wondering if it would hang over the sides
@RivianDad were you able to measure?
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