And what country can preserve its liberties if their rulers are not warned from time to time that their people preserve the spirit of resistance? Let them take arms. The remedy is to set them right as to facts, pardon and pacify them. What signify a few lives lost in a century or two? The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants.
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Not sure I'm on board with that "tent on a car" thing
This guy drove around the world and had a tent on top of his land cruiser, seemed to work well. http://transworldexpedition.com/ it was a neat trip to watch on the blog.
That looks like a Kevlar reinforced ultra-military kit bag beside the passenger front tire. Impressive! (Possibly Ukraine military surplus before our massive investment.)
My first thought was what if there is a medical emergency. How long is it going to take to break down. Probably just long enough for your buddy to bleed out.
I'm not convinced of the utility of these either, but then I've always lived a suburban life. Having one of these overhead tent thingies means that during the week, I'd be hauling around an extra 100-150 pounds everywhere I go, each of which decreases my gas mileage. On the weekends that I'd be out at an unimproved campsite (and let's be real: Is that going to happen even once a month?), opening up that tent means that the entire vehicle is tied to that campsite. Every fishing hole, trailhead, or deer stand needs to be within walking distance of that tent-on-a-jeep, or you'll be packing up the whole thing before heading out.
But for those who can overcome these negatives, go for it. To each, his own.
FWIW the one time I checked putting a roof rack (just the rack) was worth 2 mpg, I wouldn't think you'd have a roof top tent installed unless you needed it.
2013 Ram 1500 - roof rack is worth about a 1.5 mpg loss over a clean roof. Put anything on that rack, you're talking 3 to 4 mpg loss. Just from air resistance. I have a quick install type - after every camping trip I remove it to help on my daily commute.
That said, I see lots of trucks, jeeps, SUV's in everyday driving with more roof racks, roof baskets, awnings, etc. attached as if they're going camping right then rather than to work. Guess they haven't figured out the mpg thing yet.
They're popular in Australia where they were invented. You are not on the hot sand of the Outback and poisonous spiders and venomous snakes can't reach you. Al_in_Ottawa
On this continent, the main benefit is allowing the bears to climb up and eat you without scratching the paint, which your next-of-kin will appreciate.
This guy drove around the world and had a tent on top of his land cruiser, seemed to work well.
ReplyDeletehttp://transworldexpedition.com/ it was a neat trip to watch on the blog.
I liked the way the jeep was leveled, by driving the right front tire onto a convienent rock.
ReplyDeleteirontomflint
Tends to keep the critters and insects from coming into the tent, make the ladies happier.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a Kevlar reinforced ultra-military kit bag beside the passenger front tire. Impressive! (Possibly Ukraine military surplus before our massive investment.)
ReplyDeleteIt's convenient, until you need to make a run for more ice for the cooler.
ReplyDeleteIt's like that with anything that has those two functions
DeleteMy first thought was what if there is a medical emergency.
DeleteHow long is it going to take to break down. Probably just long enough for your buddy to bleed out.
I'm not convinced of the utility of these either, but then I've always lived a suburban life. Having one of these overhead tent thingies means that during the week, I'd be hauling around an extra 100-150 pounds everywhere I go, each of which decreases my gas mileage. On the weekends that I'd be out at an unimproved campsite (and let's be real: Is that going to happen even once a month?), opening up that tent means that the entire vehicle is tied to that campsite. Every fishing hole, trailhead, or deer stand needs to be within walking distance of that tent-on-a-jeep, or you'll be packing up the whole thing before heading out.
ReplyDeleteBut for those who can overcome these negatives, go for it. To each, his own.
azlibertarian
FWIW the one time I checked putting a roof rack (just the rack) was worth 2 mpg, I wouldn't think you'd have a roof top tent installed unless you needed it.
ReplyDelete2013 Ram 1500 - roof rack is worth about a 1.5 mpg loss over a clean roof. Put anything on that rack, you're talking 3 to 4 mpg loss. Just from air resistance. I have a quick install type - after every camping trip I remove it to help on my daily commute.
DeleteThat said, I see lots of trucks, jeeps, SUV's in everyday driving with more roof racks, roof baskets, awnings, etc. attached as if they're going camping right then rather than to work. Guess they haven't figured out the mpg thing yet.
It's a step up from sleeping in the car.
ReplyDeleteThey're popular in Australia where they were invented. You are not on the hot sand of the Outback and poisonous spiders and venomous snakes can't reach you.
ReplyDeleteAl_in_Ottawa
Go buy a Pontiac Aztec.
ReplyDeleteDon't forget the extra added bonus - when the weather gets cold, you can run the vehicle and use the exhaust for heat. Win, win.....
ReplyDeleteTeardrop trailer is the answer.
ReplyDeleteI like those chairs
ReplyDeleteBackwoods Okie
I pee too much for that
ReplyDeleteSuper expensive and not worth it. Plus, weight and inconvenience of the ladder.
ReplyDeleteThe Toyota Highlanders have a built-in fridge option.
ReplyDeleteGreat for Oz.
ReplyDeleteOn this continent, the main benefit is allowing the bears to climb up and eat you without scratching the paint, which your next-of-kin will appreciate.