I've been running a CVT Rainier for the last five or so years. Happy with the quality of the product but the setup/takedown process is not very efficient. Part of the problem is the height on the vehicle (lifted 100 with 35s). I seem to forever to be going side to side to remove straps, unzip, remove cover, etc. And then a longer process in reverse to put it away. Seems like I'm always the last one packed up and often all dirty when I'm done after wrestling with the dusty cover, not to mention the cover blocking access from one side of the vehicle when hanging (yes, I could slide it out, but this requires assistance and takes additional time).
Most of my adventures are all day vehicle exploring trips with a new location everyday so setup and tear down is daily.
I've been eyeing a hard shell tent with the thought of a more expedient process, however the videos I've seen still involve several passes back and forth trying to get the sides tucked in and latched down.
So my question for the group is: in the real world are the hard shells that much more efficient? How about clam shell vs flat top? Advantages to either?
My CVT will be moving to the CDN M101 for family duty, so I'm trying so sort out the best solution for solo travel. OZ Tent is also in the running. Thoughts?
Most of my adventures are all day vehicle exploring trips with a new location everyday so setup and tear down is daily.
I've been eyeing a hard shell tent with the thought of a more expedient process, however the videos I've seen still involve several passes back and forth trying to get the sides tucked in and latched down.
So my question for the group is: in the real world are the hard shells that much more efficient? How about clam shell vs flat top? Advantages to either?
My CVT will be moving to the CDN M101 for family duty, so I'm trying so sort out the best solution for solo travel. OZ Tent is also in the running. Thoughts?