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Ep 148 - How to Mount a Rooftop Tent

February 17, 2025 • Snowys Outdoors

Racking your brain about raising the roof?

Whether you're tackling it solo or hosting a mounting party, Ben and Lauren break down the essential know-how of roof top tent installation. Our gear gurus explore everything from weight ratings and rack configurations to platform systems and positioning preferences - proving that with the right approach and a helping hand, you'll have a mounting success story and elevated sleeping quarters in no time!

00:00 - Intro
01:35 - How to Mount a Roof Top Tent
02:32 - Roof Load and Racks Weight Rating
02:50 - Roof Top Tent Operation
03:13 - Awning Considerations
03:21 - Host a Mounting Party!
04:52 - Have Fun but Be Safe
05:41 - Mounting Off-Centre
07:18 - Door-to-Door and Boot-to-Bonnet Systems
08:49 - Platform Roof Racks
11:37 - Ben's RTT Mounting Experience
14:05 - Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platforms x Roof Top Tent Designs
16:53 - Door-to-Door Vs Boot-to-Bonnet Configurations
17:31 - Summary

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