June 01, 2023
Considering a roof-top tent purchase? One of the most important steps of this process is figuring out what tents can fit in your vehicle! There’s a few steps in this process, between figuring out the weight load on your vehicle, picking the best roof rack, and the perfect tent! Here’s our guide for a first-time tent buyer
Dynamic weight load is the weight your vehicle’s roof can safely support while it’s moving. You can find your dynamic weight load in your vehicle’s user manual. To safely support a rooftop tent, your car will need to have a dynamic weight load of 165 lbs (75 kg) for larger tents/four person tents, or 125 lbs (57kg) for smaller tents, typically two-person tents.
Pickup trucks offer the most options for your rooftop tent experience. You can attach the tent on the cab, a truck cap, or the box. Here’s a breakdown of each option
Make sure to double check your vehicle’s dynamic weight load, but SUVs are typically good to go for 2 or 4 person tents. Here are a few key considerations:
Sedans are a challenge, but they can also work for a rooftop tent. The most important piece is checking your car’s dynamic weight load. A four-person tent will almost certainly be too large, and it’s probably 50/50 that your sedan can take on a two-person tent.
Your best bet with a sedan is to reach out to local experts. We’ll help you with the roof top tent piece, and your local rack dealers can also guide you
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October 14, 2025
Fall on Vancouver Island is one of the most magical times of year. The air is crisp, the forests glow with fiery reds and golds, salmon return to the rivers, and cozy cafés invite you in with the smell of pumpkin spice and hot chocolate. If you’re wondering how to explore the island this fall, we’ve created the ultimate Vancouver Island fall bucket list — a 30-item scavenger hunt that blends adventure, wildlife, and seasonal treats.
September 17, 2025
At Vancouver Island Roof Top Tents, we know a good adventure leaves a few stories—and sometimes a little trail dust—behind. That’s why we’re excited to let you know that a selection of our used roof top tents are officially hitting the market. These are the same high-quality tents we trust for rugged Island adventures, now available at a reduced price.
August 26, 2025
When a stove from our rental fleet stopped working because the manufacturer no longer supplied the right replacement parts, we had two choices: throw it away, or get creative. We chose creativity.
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