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How to choose a lightweight tent for your car roof and storage tips
How to choose a lightweight tent for your car roof and storage tips
When it comes to lightweight tents that attach to the roof of a car, ease of loading and unloading and storage have a major impact on their everyday usability. If the size is too large, it can cause problems with balance while driving and in parking lots with height restrictions. A lightweight and compact model reduces the burden while traveling and minimizes the hassle of storing and keeping the tent. If you want to enjoy the outdoors while also using it daily, it's important to choose a tent that is easy to store.
Here we will introduce the storage features you should consider when choosing a lightweight tent to place on the roof of your car, as well as the practical and comfortable Peakpod rooftop tent.
When choosing a tent, pay attention to its storage capacity
When choosing a tent, ease of setup and comfort are important, but "storage" also plays a major role in how easy it is to use on a daily basis. Lightweight tents in particular are often designed with ease of loading, storage, and portability in mind, making the outdoors more accessible.
Compact size makes it easier to use
Tents are often stored on the roof of a car at all times, even when stored, so if the tent is too large, it may cause problems such as poor balance when driving or making it impossible to fit into multi-story parking lots with height restrictions.
Choosing a lightweight and compact tent will increase stability when driving and give you more freedom when parking, making it easier to use in everyday life.
Easy storage and loading/unloading at home
Models that are slim and compact when stored can be stored in a storage shed or at the entrance of your home, saving space. Also, if the model is lightweight and easy to carry, it will be easier to load and unload it into a car by yourself.
Peakpod storage design pursues compactness
Peakpod rooftop tents are designed with ease of handling when stored in mind. They are extremely slim, measuring approximately 80 x 35 x 50 cm when stored, making them easy to store even in limited spaces. They are easy to load into even a compact car, and are easy to handle when not in use.
The unit weighs just 17 kg, making it easy to carry even by one person, and it can be stored smoothly in the included dedicated bag. It is easy to store at home and also to load and unload when traveling, making it stress-free even for those who use it frequently.
At peakpod, we have reflected this comfort when storing in every detail of our design, aiming to make it comfortable even when not in use.
Before placing the tent on the roof, consider its ease of carrying.
Since roof tents are attached to the roof, they always require lifting and loading before they can be set up. Heavy models in particular can be difficult to lift by yourself, making camping preparations a burden.
Lightweight and easy to handle
The ease of handling a tent is not only related to its weight, but also to its storage shape and the position of the handles. A large, unwieldy tent can be a struggle just to carry it. When imagining how it will be loaded, it's important to check whether you can support it with one hand and whether it's easy to balance when lifting it.
If the "pre-use process" is smooth, it will be easier to use
If the preparation stage is time-consuming, you tend to think, "Maybe I'll skip it today." If lifting and loading are smooth, you'll be more likely to feel like using it casually, and you'll naturally use it more frequently.
A dedicated bag makes work smoother
The peakpod rooftop tent comes with a dedicated bag. It fits neatly when stored, making it easy to transport to your car and lift onto the roof. Its lightweight and compact design means it can be stored directly inside your car. It can also be stored smartly in your entryway or warehouse, so it takes up minimal space when not in use.
The appeal of air frame tents
Setting up a campsite can be a hassle that can stand in the way of enjoying it. In this situation, air frame tents, which can be assembled by inflating them without using poles, are gaining attention as tents that reduce the burden of setup.
The appeal of the air structure: it stands up just by inflating it
Air frame tents have the advantage that they do not require the assembly of a frame like traditional tents; they can stand on their own simply by inflating them. A major advantage is that even beginners can set them up without having to worry about complicated parts or instructions.
Unexpected pitfalls in airframes
There are some caveats to bear in mind when using standard airframe rooftop tents: many models weigh over 30 kg, and installing them on a car roof often requires tools and the help of multiple people.
Also, even though the tent has an air structure, the entire tent is not light, and there are cases where the tent is easy to set up but difficult to load. Whether or not the ease of transport and installation has been taken into consideration, in addition to ease of setup, greatly affects the actual ease of use.
Peakpod airframe rooftop tent
To eliminate these inconveniences, peakpod is designed to be lightweight at approximately 17 kg and has a structure that can be installed without the use of tools.
We have carefully designed the tent to be easy to set up, as well as to load, dismantle, and carry, so that even one person can handle it without difficulty.
Lightweight, easy to use, and easy to store. Peakpod's rooftop tent is all about it.
Peakpod rooftop tents are lightweight, easy to set up, and easy to store, making them perfect for everyday use. They can be easily attached and removed without the need for tools, making them perfect for vehicle inspections.
2-way design that can be installed on the ground
The peakpod rooftop tent is a 2-way tent that can be set up on the ground or on top of your car. It can be used flexibly depending on the weather, terrain, and vehicle conditions, allowing you to enjoy a more free and outdoor style.
One of the reasons why it is chosen by many customers is that it can be used not only for camping but also in emergencies such as disasters.
Peakpod wants to be a reliable presence for those who enjoy the outdoors.
Come experience the comfort of a peakpod rooftop tent.
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