This video dates back to 2022. I did eventually end up with a pop-up topper on my truck. Here is a video that shows what I got and how I built it out: kzitem.info/news/bejne/lWtmvKyoiWdhrHY
@madcratebuilder
2 жыл бұрын
The video of the Project M topper was very cool, lot of living space in a very durable topper. If I was young I would really look in the this. The aluminum construction is a big plus, my experience in the past anything with wood either rots or separates, fiberglass cracks and ages. Metal has much longer life span and can be as light or even lighter.
@mattheword
2 жыл бұрын
Small note about the SuperPacific! It initially sounds like the inflate/deflate of the mattress is a pain but in practice it’s not really. I’ve had mine for a month now and I just leave the valve open which keeps the mattress like 80% full (since there’s foam on the inside). When it come to inflating the residual 20% it doesn’t take much time at all! That small amount of time is worth the comfort of the Exped mattress, it’s insanely comfortable compared to a typical foam mattress that would come in another camper. Not throwing shade at GFC but my buddy has one and that’s one complaint of him and many others that simple foam mattress isn’t comfy.
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
That's great to know! I'm hyper-sensitive to anything that slows me down because when it's time to make camp, it's also usually time when I'm running the most trying to get footage in the nicest light of the day. That's a great tip on leaving the valve open - thank you!
@mattheword
2 жыл бұрын
@@softroadingthewest I get that! I’m a photographer and deal with the same issue haha. I’m all about efficiency as well. Great videos man keep them up, I love watching your travels 🍻
@norsefalconer
2 жыл бұрын
I have a single Exped. Its comfort is worth the trouble, imo. It offers similar, or more, comfort as my home mattress.
@PeteGeniella
2 жыл бұрын
That style of mattress is mostly self inflating. You set the valves to the correct opening, let it do it’s thing for 10 or so minutes while do other camp chores. Come back and top off to desired firmness with the included pump. Super comfortable mattresses!
@mattheword
2 жыл бұрын
@@norsefalconer funny you say that, my wife and I have been looking for a new home mattress. Our current one has been messing up our backs. We slept in the Super Pacific over the weekend and our backs felt better than our sleeping on our home mattress 😂😂
@Kriss_L
2 жыл бұрын
I have used canopies and slide-in real RV campers. These pop-up canopies just seem to be insanely overpriced for what little you get.
@URBANAMERICANTAC
10 ай бұрын
Yes they are. They’re relying on over payed California remote tech workers to over pay. The entire industry seemed to double their prices (some even more) since 2018. Reminds me of the Winnebago 4x4 sprinter van that everyone’s sporting. The van fully loaded from Mercedes was around 55K. They’re not paying 55K when buying these in the thousands but let’s just say 50k for simple math. Winnebago gets them, slaps in some prefabbed low quality plastic interior and charge 200K. Pure stupidity.
@bobcukla6017
2 ай бұрын
They are not only overpriced they are extremely poorly made
@nealamesbury7953
24 күн бұрын
When u shop for more, ...well,..me, I soon thought the price on an -m..wasn't so bad. Mine will be ready soon.the other I was looking at,out of Yakima, was 40,000. 15 didn't look so bad..8 ft.
@norsefalconer
2 жыл бұрын
Great coverage Donald! I saw a vid where a couple built a full pop-up with foldable hard sides. It was all composite, and very light. Some company should build those, or similar. Wind noise can be a big issue with the tent sided units.
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure I've seen that build (or something very similar). I really like the idea of eliminating fabric entirely. That's one of my misgivings with anything that pops up...in wind and rain it's been awesome having the hard walls of my solid cap, and never worrying about putting away fabric that is wet. Always tradeoffs I suppose...the space inside these pop-up toppers sure is inviting.
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Heh, another commenter pointed out this company: www.hiatuscampers.com/ Seems to be exactly what you're describing? Price definitely starts going up... :-)
@ThomasRodde
2 жыл бұрын
Hiatus Campers perhaps?
@norsefalconer
2 жыл бұрын
@@softroadingthewest Thanks!
@norsefalconer
2 жыл бұрын
@@ThomasRodde Thanks!
@trinsit
2 жыл бұрын
Super pacific looks like my jam
@DigbyMaccus
2 жыл бұрын
I fucking love your intro
@kevinfitch5538
2 жыл бұрын
Donald - what video editing software do you use?
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Adobe Premiere Pro, but I already pay for the full Adobe Creative Suite for my client work so using Premiere costs me nothing more. Premiere has more than its share of frustrations though. If you're looking for editing software, it may be worth checking out Davinci Resolve. Most people I've spoken with who have used both prefer Davinci over Premiere.
@kevinfitch5538
2 жыл бұрын
@@softroadingthewest Thanks much. Loved your organization video. Step 22 has great stuff.
@djdj500dr
Жыл бұрын
Height is a word. Heighth is not .
@lazynorse5607
2 жыл бұрын
Vert walls of 4WC Project M (and OVRLND) are a major distinction. Results in true queen size beds and more room overall. Downside, isn’t as sleek. It is hard to swallow that a traditional canopy/topper is $3000, but pop up shells are $9k - $15k. Cab over, canvas and bed panels must cost $6k- $12k to integrate……ooof.
@walker500
6 ай бұрын
@softroadingthewest, thank you for this video. It offered a great overview of these 4 models in a clear, concise format. I rarely take time to comment but just discovered your channel and felt your work here deserved the accolades. Thanks again!
@softroadingthewest
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting! I eventually ended up with a Topo Topper on my truck, so if you're interested, there is a LOT more content about that particular camper that has filled my channel spanning the past 12 months. :-)
@JGott0001
2 жыл бұрын
That SuperPacific impressed me with how well though-out everything was
@clifford_overland
2 жыл бұрын
I'll stick with my $2500 DIY wedge. I've talked with the owner of Super Pacific, great guy and their wedge is very well designed and built. Great video Donald👍🏻
@cbingham40
2 жыл бұрын
What’s yours like
@wildcatoutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
I think Nissan did an excellent job with the redesign of the frontier, looks like an off reader like the Tacoma.
@Rebelord92
2 жыл бұрын
Of those 4, if I had to pick one of those it would be the Super Pacific. I went through all this picking out my camper. I ended up with a GFC and love it. It came down to lead time and availability for me. I have guys local with SuperP's, GFC V1/2 and live in Flagstaff with OVRLAND campers. All of them are quality products. Cater to different individual needs and wants. I love the light weight ness of the GFC. However, the SuperP with its open sides and extra bit of modularity is awesome! As far as a wedge style versus full pop up. Just remember your time camping in Utah. If you had a full pop up. The wind would have been beating it silly. Versus a wedge style, point into the wind and it becomes a minor issue.
@J.Young808
2 жыл бұрын
Except if the wind changes or starts up after being calm and the trees don’t show a wind direction if there are trees.
@van_mod1
Жыл бұрын
That's why we are starting with a van with pop-top. If its windy, just keep the pop-top closed and sleep inside.
@bearburrell6104
Жыл бұрын
I've been in really strong winds/storms in my OvrLnd and no issues or leaking@@J.Young808
@603Cummins
2 жыл бұрын
The important call out is that the AT overland option is the only one of the bunch that has any sort of "insulation" properties. It's also the only one that includes interior carpeting. I think the Super Pacific has the better overall interior build options (more options for wiring internally, mounting, etc.) but the AT has better "livable" options (again the insulation, opportunities for hard mounted fans and windows, etc.)
@Slickheadhunter
3 ай бұрын
@603Cummins the FWCProject M has insulated walls as well.
@plants4thewin
4 ай бұрын
Not my style of camping but I did enjoy your vid. Love to see how others camp. Thanks for not having dumb music while you are talking. Nice work!
@michael_mc_gowan
2 жыл бұрын
Nice reviews. Curious if you have looked at the ez-lift Topper system with the weekender package? I am just starting my build and would like to hear anyones lessons learned. This lift system with an ARE Overland topper is ~4K, carpeted fiberglass topper, lift system with weekender tent, blackout shades, and bedrug.
@BlindmanOverland
2 жыл бұрын
Gret video as usual man, when I started my company Yucca Pac Campers I actually used my frontier as the platform for our prototype. Were currently the only company of its kind whos 100% canadian made, check it out on my channel some time, cheers!
@jaypalisoc2857
2 жыл бұрын
I just commented this lol. I was hoping id find you in comment section! Love your campers btw!
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
LOVE seeing someone build for the Frontier. I think I'm going to make a follow up video that looks at the pop-up toppers I didn't get to see at Expo. I'll reach out so we can chat.
@danayers2129
2 жыл бұрын
The Exped Mega mat is the best money I've spent on camping. I've been using it for the last three years and my wife says everytime we camp (tent camping over 50 years old) that the Exped is the only reason she is enjoying camping now. Thanks for the Video, I'm trying to decide which topper to get.
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I wasn't familiar with this product at all. I wish I'd realized!
@LokoGringo
2 жыл бұрын
I always enjoy watching your coverage on expo events. As a fellow Frontier driver it does get disheartening trying to find any accessories tailored for my truck. So it's nice that you do point out who does or don't yet have things for the Frontier
@antelopehunter2810
2 жыл бұрын
The prices seem very high. This market needs more competitors.
@mikevollmar1021
Жыл бұрын
I agree on the prices being too high. Seems like people trying to capitalize on the inflation excuse because everyone else is doing it, and because people are still willing to pay. I would have to lean towards the Topo since its the more base model and lower cost compared to the others. I would prefer to insulate and customize it myself to save money. Also, AFAIK Topo cant ship their toppers so you have to drive there to get one. I live in MN so its not convenient. Topo needs to have an upper Midwest location as well.
@UnderAchievrLP
2 жыл бұрын
lots of companys now offering pop top campers make me want another pickup. Lots of company's go fast camper/BF Camper/Yucca Campers/alucab Canopy camper and at overland has 3 different style of popup. Deleting the tailgate I think is the money, for helping seal the bed against dust and water.
@silentsam5527
2 жыл бұрын
I like how you segmented the video. Maybe I missed it but my concern with soft side canopies is how they hold up in high winds that you encounter. I like # 1 and 2, seem to be more functional. Keep up the content you channel is very informative and entertaining.
@patrickjoan7084
2 жыл бұрын
i like the super pacific system,with all mole racks and differents possibility to custom it for your personnal use.Another question, how many "softroadingthewest T shirts" send in europe?There is one in south of France now ;)
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure there is at least one other, I think Jordan has one a little further north in France. :-)
@patrickjoan7084
2 жыл бұрын
@@softroadingthewest i forgot Jordan,Yep,🙂
@kennb.3389
2 жыл бұрын
Thank's Don for the excellent review. I like the Project M and the Topo Topper. Also looking at RTT's. Looking forward to more PNW Expo reviews.
@nathanklemm179
2 жыл бұрын
Great review! I realize you just looked at the campers you came across but another interesting option you might consider are the Hiatus Campers. They are a hard sided pop up so they may do a little better in the windy western deserts than soft sides. Love the channel! Thanks for all the great content
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Hiatus wasn't at Expo PNW. That's an awesome design, definitely comes at a price, haha! :-)
@nathanklemm179
2 жыл бұрын
@@softroadingthewest definitely true! That’ll buy a whole lot of fuel….even at today’s prices
@willbradford6268
2 жыл бұрын
if you want to wait until july 2024 for them to even start building it
@montechie
2 жыл бұрын
I'm loving my OVRLND on a 5' mid-size (JT). It's a square pop-up kind of in-between the ATO and Project M in bed size, much bigger bed area than the Topo or ATO. That style is a game changer with the small bed or for harder trails, lightweight and super livable. I can sit "upstairs" with the truck bed completely open, big negative with any wedge. I wouldn't let wind deter you from a square pop-up. The tent material is more important and multiple of the straight pop-ups are way heavier duty, plus most have the additional insulation liners. I've been in several snow and rain storms with 40mph+ wind and no flap or movement in the OVRLND, the tent walls are ridiculously tougher than a typical RFT or wedge. Not sure why the wedges don't use the heavier coated material, haven't seen one yet with the same material.
@useitagain12
2 жыл бұрын
Still waiting on my ovrlnd.. I wish there were more videos out there about the ovrlnd pop up
@montechie
2 жыл бұрын
@@useitagain12 It was worth the wait for me, you'll love it. Not videos, but there's a good OVRLND group thread on the Expedition Portal forums while you wait.
@coyoteself
2 жыл бұрын
A lot of nice toppers. I currently have a Snap TREEHOUSE on my PRO-4X and really like it. There are times a full popup would be nice. But I find that the wedge style works just as well and "Might" even have a slight advantage in higher winds. I did get mine pre-covid in 2020 when they were less expensive and have zero regrets
@warrenscorner
2 жыл бұрын
We have a topper similar to yours on our Silverado but it’s made by A.R.E. I think one important feature that these toppers are missing is the rear door. It’s such a struggle to climb in over the tailgate. We use a small step stool for our first step then step on the bumper and we’re in. We don’t use ours as a camper though. It’s a nice storage area for our ebikes and other camping supplies.
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
One detail I love about my Leer cap was the possibility to have it built with barn doors. I would love to see the pop-up topper companies start offering other door options, though clearly that complicates the build quite a bit. As much as I love my barn doors - and how it allowed me to build my sleeping extension - there are times I do miss having the handy instant table that is formed when you open a tailgate. :-) Thanks for watching!
@PaydayGabeBCNV
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice selection 👌. I'm curious how these toppers handle windy conditions and rain like you experienced in your previous travels. They are pretty tall sails imho. I personally liked the Four Wheel model M. due to its long history. Cheers 🍻 Donald 👍.
@christopherlewinski1301
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting all those campers in one video. Very convenient!!!!
@steveparsons6324
2 жыл бұрын
Donald, thanks for your review, well done. I’m considering one for my small truck, and this was helpful. The Topo and Super Pacific. Leaning towards the S P.
@BirdPhish
2 жыл бұрын
Go Ventura!....lived in Ventura for about 35 years....thanks for sharing Donald!
@imhidingintheshop8889
2 жыл бұрын
9 views but I still can claim FIRST! thanks Donald..
@tribalsean
2 жыл бұрын
Marvelous video! Love the comparisons, thank you. I am biased towards the Super Pacific as I will be donning one soon. But as you said, all of these options are great. Thank you for a wonderful video. Take care and be well
@dlansburg2673
2 жыл бұрын
Having to pop the top for sleeping is only practical for some .long distance travel and cold weather to me make them not ideal.
@PeteGeniella
2 жыл бұрын
Great video and I love how you organized this! My question; do people pay cash for these things or do these companies offer financing? I’d be interested in your take of the AluCab system, but perhaps you weren’t able to get to them at this Expo? Thanks again for all the quality videos. I like your vibe and perspectives.
@utahjohnnymontana3373
2 жыл бұрын
I paid cash for mine. Sold my Ducati, bought a Summit.
@kristinvogt6980
Жыл бұрын
Thank You for showing them all together in one video.
@CoasttoCascadia
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Super informative. We’ve thrown around the idea if, god forbid anything were to happen to the Land Cruiser, of going this route. They’re all great in their own ways, great video to weigh the pros and cons of each. Thanks!
@willgoubert5877
2 жыл бұрын
I have the AT Overland Summit (not the Atlas) I prefer the Summit. The Summit is their wedge design. AT Overland is really a better topper in terms of construction, insulation, options and still easily diy options. Check out the walkthrough under the news link on their website. The build is great and the options do start to add up but make for a really great camper. A lot of people complain about the mattresses on all these toppers. What we have that works really well for us is: we sewed a fitted sheet / mattress cover that stays on so we only need to wash that once in a while.... under the sheet we have our inflatable backpacking pads. We add very little air and it makes it perfect and since we have 2 pads we inflate it to our own liking.
@darrylk808
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this vid. Great options for truck owners that want to keep the truck bed functionality.
@OccidentalistOutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
These prices are crazy for a shell model, we bought our used fully appointed four wheel eagle for a similar price, and it came with a fridge, heater, 20 gallons of water, stove, propane, dinette seating,sink, cabinets, drawers, which none of these start with. I think it's crazy to pay this much for a shell. Also, we have replaced the mattress with an exped, and I think you dismissed it, but it is by far the best mattress, even including our high end home mattress, and for 5 minutes a day I'm willing to deflate in order to sleep on heaven. Bottom line, look for a fully built out four wheel or all terrain camper, save yourself the extra build out time and costs and get out and go camping.
@danielstevens3372
2 жыл бұрын
I agree way overpriced for what you get I found a used camper for 1/3 the price and everything works.
@brandtdaniels
2 жыл бұрын
Have you looked into the Alu-Cab Canopy Camper? I hear good things about them.
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Alu-Cab wasn't at Expo PNW. I have camped with a buddy who has one and it is *awesome.* I think they're up in a whole other stratosphere of pricing though LOL. Camping with Harley ( @hudsonzroamer ) and his Alu-Cab: kzitem.info/news/bejne/sKtn2Yegk4mZfZw
@johnwalker3263
2 жыл бұрын
I attended the show and was immediately overwhelmed by how much there was to see. Thanks for posting the videos with a deep dive into these campers, I wouldn’t have seen them otherwise. As a Jeep owner I won’t be in the market for any of them but it’s nice to see the innovation and I do know from experience with my Ursa Minor j30 that the configuration that they offer is a game changer in the comfort department. I also didn’t feel like any of these campers were exorbitantly priced for what you get. Btw, it was nice to meet you at the grizzly breakfast!
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping by at Grizzlies, great to meet you!
@pala4833
2 жыл бұрын
Handsome Scouts in the background there. And, is that the new backyard? Thanks for the report.
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
I thought about doing a similar video looking at slide-in campers but I just couldn't get to it all. It was hot & sunny and I pretty much melted down by 1pm every day LOL and spent my afternoons awning surfing, hanging out in the shade of various booths where I knew people. :-) New backyard, check. No lawn to mow = perrrrfect for me. Plenty of shade trees = perrrrfect for me. :-)
@3rd_gen_j
2 жыл бұрын
I replaced my iKamper mattress with that exped and I guarantee you won’t find a more comfortable rtt mattress anywhere. Most people don’t go straight to bed when they get to camp. It self inflates n plenty of time before sleeping, and deflating it is super simple. Super Pacific would be my choice for sure!
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I was unfamiliar with that mattress...I heard inflate/deflate and it brought up some unpleasant camping memories from my younger days, LOL. :-)
@vgreen36
2 жыл бұрын
To me vertical wall construction like Toppo, Project M, and OVRLND is ideal for maximum sleeping areas. I went with OVRLND b/c of that and it leans toward DIY users and complete customization. I would def. consider OVRLND Campers out of Flagstaff, AZ
@terryqueen3233
Жыл бұрын
They were all very nice toppers and all of which you could still build out the bottom. Thanks for leaving links to the different companies will definitely check them out.
@brads.3674
2 жыл бұрын
I've been looking at these pop-up style truck campers for a while and, in addition to the basic that you've covered so well here, I always want to now if the thing will fit in my garage or if it is too tall. Thanks for this excellent overview. Safe travels.
@bearburrell6104
Жыл бұрын
I think you just have to contact the manufacturer and ask them how much additional height the camper adds, then measure the height of your truck.. all this compared to your garage entrance. I have a slightly lifted Tacoma 4x4 with an OvrLnd camper and it does NOT fit.. I just got a mini-motorhome cover which works well.
@ericpicon1390
2 жыл бұрын
The exped in the super pacific is the best mattress out there. On it own it’s $300. I run one in my RTT. I have an battery powered pump that inflates it in under a minute and deflates even faster. I’m looking at the Snap outters camper popup since they’re will to completely custom make me one and I will be using the Exped mattress.
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
This is good to know. I may be biased by my old-school experience with old-school air mattresses, LOL. I haven't experienced the latest generation.
@6x6tortuga56
Жыл бұрын
Great review thanks. I’ve been leaning towards the project M and this confirms it
@foresterboy2011
2 жыл бұрын
Extremely well designed and put together. I liked the first one simply because when collapsed it looks so aerodynamic which on a long trip the dollars staying in my pocket and with the price of fuel lately
@johnsousa2558
2 жыл бұрын
I was looking at many of the same models as yourself. As a trades worker I wanted something that could fit in a standard height garage. I believe the super pacific and topo topper are able to achieve this on most trucks without a lift kit or larger tires installed.
@superpacific_usa
2 жыл бұрын
Great video Donald, thanks for taking the time with us!
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for giving me the tour, great camper you guys are building and I was happy to introduce it to my viewers!
@JCreole
Жыл бұрын
All good choices….but I’ll stick with my gazelle ground tent 😂
@BoandBeceadventures
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for doing the video. I’m afraid I can’t afford any of those options. 😢
@masonstruckadventure9368
2 жыл бұрын
For the price, motivates me to DIY my own popup camper. All in all very cool. Thanks for sharing
@J.Young808
2 жыл бұрын
Check out Micah at overlandingunderbudget on all socials as he built a flatbed pop up camper on his First Gen Tacoma Double Cab
@epaul1967
Жыл бұрын
Did you ask any of the dealers about upgraded suspension….?
@TobyCostaRica
2 жыл бұрын
Newcomer Topo looks sweet
@BentNotBroken1970
2 жыл бұрын
Very well put together Donald. This is definitely the style of system I'm looking at going forward. I like the idea of having a usable truck bed and something you can stand in. Topo Toppers seem reasonably priced and insulation would be a relatively simple project.
@angelogarciajr5356
6 ай бұрын
It will blow your mind when you start adding add ons. Where do you stop? You can add on and double the price in no time at all. If you just want with the base and did the rest yourself might be the way to go. I am talking Project M. I think you have to let them do the custom power set up to get you started. Maybe lights and fan. See...once you start adding it is hard to stop lol Been a hard decision, but at least wait time seems to be shorter wait time these days. Still undecided
@softroadingthewest
6 ай бұрын
Totally right. I suppose it depends on one's budget vs one's skill & motivation to tackle DIY work. I ended up with a Topo Toppers camper, and the only upcharge options I added were a specialized window on one side, a cargo door on the other side, and their proprietary awning mounts - all things that would've been beyond my comfort level to DIY. Their camper is near the bottom of the price spectrum so even with the options, the total finished price was lower than the starting price of some other campers. I then DIY'd everything else (build series: kzitem.info/door/PLy61X2ncSOSfwOqvc9gF3_NTD9smtunkr ) The Project M seems like a great camper though. I really like their vertical walls (unlike many of the campers, mine included, which slope inwards towards the top) - this both makes the interior feel a little more spacious, and makes interior modifications more straightforward with no tricky angles to accommodate. I have LOVED having a pop-up camper on my truck. After building out the interior to perfectly fit my specific needs, it is by far my favorite way I've ever camped. Good luck!
@badoon3679
2 жыл бұрын
love my topo topper, thing feels like its built for the apocalypse!
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
Nice to hear you've been happy with yours! What truck are you running?
@sierramantrvlnus
2 жыл бұрын
Yay!!
@kavansurf
Ай бұрын
Wish more streamers covered lonepeak. I feel like they have the best wedsge style for the price. With the other you might as well get a slide in as their price is closer to them
@softroadingthewest
Ай бұрын
I don't think Lone Peak was at this event (2022) or I would have been happy to cover them when I was running around looking at campers. They did attend Expo PNW last year and I got a firsthand look at their camper. It's definitely got some nice, well thought out details. GFC, Lone Peak and Topo Toppers are all in that similar price rung.
@nef7939
2 жыл бұрын
They all look pretty nice but your setup is probably way cheaper and lighter and it's custom to you. And, wind is a non issue with your hard shell.
@softroadingthewest
2 жыл бұрын
For sure, way cheaper and lighter weight, and I LOVE my solid walls when it's windy and/or rainy. The tradeoff of course is the lack of space, inability to stand up, and impossibility of anyone ever sleeping in there with me. Banished to bachelorhood by my camper choice, LOL. :-)
@robbreeding304
2 жыл бұрын
@@softroadingthewest you just need to find someone
@mikehermes4732
2 жыл бұрын
Great review! Thanks
@CanadianTexaninLiguria
4 ай бұрын
AT Overland - Yah know x 100
@PA96704
Жыл бұрын
Just take a old fiberglass camper like a ARE and cut the roof off and add a pop top. $2000 tops on building it.
@softroadingthewest
Жыл бұрын
Not everyone has the skills for something like that though, and/or the space to work on such a project. Or wants to spend 6 months worth of weekends fiddling with it. But for sure, the DIY possibilities are endless, as can be found looking around at DIY campers on KZitem. I have a couple of friends who built their own pop-up campers. That's not what this video was about though. :-) I do have another video which takes a broader look at different ways to camp with a truck and includes a DIY pop-up camper: kzitem.info/news/bejne/roZ9yYpubpeEdqg
@aaronesmael3560
Жыл бұрын
I upgraded from tacoma to a used 2010 f150 Fx4 5.4 liter fully loaded leather heated seats 5’6 bed and it is the best upgrade. I paid $12,500 with 1 owner all dealership routine maintenance done and documented. Then I upgraded again to a slide in pop up 2008 polomino bronco 800 camper for $5,400. Full stock domestic fridge (vertical fridge, not cooler style) heater the heats it too hot if needed( has working thermostat) running water sink 16 gal queen size bed Yata yata yata . I think everyone should steer this route. I 6’2 and my headed doesn’t touch. It’s warm and toasty when I get out bed. 360 degree view windows while inside. Make my coffee and breakfast with out stepping out side while it’s still the morning brisk. My bd is completely out of the way being over the truck cab so my gf and dog can stay snuggled up while the entire camper footprint is free and usable. It just doesn’t get better. The f150 is stock with rear locker so we go anywhere every time in 4low. The cab is so spacious on our 2 week summer roads trips. Gas mileage is actually 18mpg on free way with trailer. 70mph up our Colorado passes and 20 mpg each time we’ve been at the pacific coast elevation. Unloaded through my backyard fence and have a daily driver again.
@tinacathey8241
6 ай бұрын
Great video! I live in Colorado we get windy days often. When the set up is complete and up. Will the wind cause you to tip over because it's tall but much lighter then a traditional truck camper. Thank you for sharing
@Jmaturner
Жыл бұрын
What you showed was not a project M, it was a shell hawk model... The PM doesn't have a door like that, it has a hatch.
@softroadingthewest
Жыл бұрын
The camper with the woman was not a Project M because they didn't have one at Four Wheel's booth. There are some shots of an actual Project M however, which was in a different booth...the Four Wheel with the black diamond-plate exterior is a Project M, you even see the Project M badge on multiple occasions. 22:54 23:57 The Four Wheel Camper guy walked me over to the shell they had in their booth and since it was entirely a DIY buildout similar to what one would do with a Project M, I kept that content in the video. I made multiple attempts over three days to locate the owner of the actual Project M displayed in the other booth but was never able to catch them.
@bearburrell6104
Жыл бұрын
All very nice, but I would still go with OvrLnd. I've had my OvrLnd for 2 years on a 2014 Tacoma TRD off-road 4x4. Incredible quality and craftsmanship and very nice people to work with. I think the wedge design is pretty much the same weight with much less space. I can put so much gear in the cab-over space when popped up and have the whole back of the truck free of clutter.
@billderinbaja3883
Жыл бұрын
For my purposes, Four Wheel is the name to go by. I always think in terms of resale, and Four Wheel used ANYTHING sells in a microsecond with best value retention. Everything else is gravy.
@AnhH88
Жыл бұрын
You forget Ovrlnd camper. I went with them instead after going to Overland Expo and went inside all the ones you mentioned in video. They are the closest to project M but with better customization( like double barn doors) and slightly cheaper. I have to wait 9 months to pick up my camper. That’s the only issue-you have to drive to flagstaff, AZ for pickup.
@Andy-zj3dc
Жыл бұрын
leer is basically making GemTop. same exact build except aluminum vs steel.. i used to work for GemTop finishing canopies and tonneaus. heard they closed the mfg facility off 205.
@wh8085
Жыл бұрын
Subbed ! How do you learn about an expo prior to seeing it on YT ? 8 ) I would like to see some of these first hand ! I'm looking for a solution that doesn't break the bank . FWIW , I watch a YT channel , " Eva zu Beck " , she had a pop up tent installed on her vehicle. I can't remember the vehicle make but I'm sure it could be mounted on top of your contractor shell !
@andy_an_outdoors_guy
16 күн бұрын
I remember watching this months ago .. finally picked up a Super Pacific for my Tacoma 5ft bed. I've been out several times in it now and it's really a game changer in terms of shelter and mobility. it should be noted that the people at Super Pacific who did the installation really know what they're doing in terms of sealing up the notoriously leaky Tacoma bed ..very impressive. couldn't be happier!
@softroadingthewest
16 күн бұрын
Congrats! The Super Pacific is a fantastic camper, and they're great guys. I don't remember how you were camping before...ground tent?
@andy_an_outdoors_guy
16 күн бұрын
@@softroadingthewest thanks 😄. I was doing tarp & cot, then the little tent-cot thing (I think you had one too for a while?) then I went to a gazelle t3x. gave all those away to family when I got the the wedge camper. but I still keep a lightweight backpacking tent and hammock in my kit. The gazelle+cot setup was really fantastic.. with the one problem that it's hard to dry out when one is an apartment dweller.
@softroadingthewest
16 күн бұрын
@@andy_an_outdoors_guy The Gazelle + cot is definitely a great setup. I still have mine, as well as the tent cot, which my son prefers on the rare occasions he camps with me. 😄
@phlfly10
2 жыл бұрын
That is all good . I have one problem is kitchen yes it's possible to carry a box with kitchen stuff but everyone knows to have pull out kitchen or side pull out kitchen like Alu-cab is very important. The kitchen is most important that can be fast set up and break to move. Like kitchen from the Clearview kitchen.
@clintstinytrailerconversio5560
2 жыл бұрын
Shout out for Harker Outdoors EDC, that might not have been around when you made this video. Nice video by the way. They are just getting into full-size truck model. It is wedge but also has "annex" that uses the tailgate space. The bed is 7-1/2' long and you don't have to duck under the "headache" bar. I went with a Hikenture 4" self inflating mat. Excited to see it on my truck. It will fit into my garage with its 8' high door.
@billderinbaja3883
Жыл бұрын
Redmond Fairgrounds! Travelling from Mexico to Canada, one of our regular camp stops when we need a night of "shore power" and a nice, hot shower in clean facility... in a great little mid-Oregon city!
@katewilson4519
Жыл бұрын
I see all(?) men commenting. Can you address some issues for shorter, less strong females. How easy is it to raise the tops? I rented a Metris, I couldn’t raise the pop top!
@bruceknirs9987
2 жыл бұрын
For me with what I need I would actually stick with something like what you already had because I have a 8-ft bed truck I can get a much taller contract cap that would still be tall enough and wide enough so I can put my 500 lb round bales in through and then just load what I need to for camping when I want to go camping in it but these are all really cool little setups though not going to lie
@1971stocky
2 жыл бұрын
Check out an Australian product named "Tommy Camper". Great aluminium tray back that is gaining quite a following.
@roxannebond662
2 жыл бұрын
Hi and I luv ur series on poptops Why can't u convert ur top to a pop top? I seen so many diy utubers adding poptops to their rigs. Some took james beard topper and converted it to a poptop for a van after cutting the roof off their van. thk u. Roxanne
@bob7501
2 жыл бұрын
These are great and pretty much any of them would work for me if they're available for a short-bed Colorado/Canyon. However, my radio/SiriusXM factory antenna is mounted at the rear of my roof and stands 6" - 8" tall and the cab-over would either cover it and/or bend it down. What do other peeps do with their roof-top antennas when there is a cab-over? I'm not willing to give up my SiriusXM for a cab-over so that would be a dealbreaker for me.
@DV77737
2 жыл бұрын
9-10g and no insulation, anywhere. Smh Topo Thanks for all the reviews and amazing info sir
@Colesgotsteez
2 жыл бұрын
I have a feeling Donald’s new setup is going to be a pop too barker EDC to be exact they are newer then the other company’s and I could see that being one he’s testing out just a hunch or a guess but that’s my prediction haha
@mikelabree
6 ай бұрын
Can decide between a Toppo or AT.
@jameswbarry9576
6 ай бұрын
Hi what do you do when it rains and you have to go leaving the camp ground
@softroadingthewest
6 ай бұрын
Not sure I understand the question...do you mean, if the camper tent is wet and you need to pack it up? Just like a ground tent if you break camp on a wet morning, you put it away wet and then set it up again at home to let it dry out. I've now had one of these campers (Topo Toppers) on my truck for the past year and living in western Oregon, I've been rained on more times than I haven't on my camping trips. It's so fast and easy to pop these up that it's really zero headache to mess with once there's a dry day at home...it was a much bigger hassle to dry out my ground tent back home after a trip. Let me know if that was not what you were asking. :-)
@onedollah49
2 жыл бұрын
Good job reporting. I have an AT Overland being installed in August. Will have solar and a heater plus a max fan so price is high but quality I believe is superior. Going on GMC Sierra 1500 and will stay on permanently. This type of camping gives you everything you need at a reasonable price and light weight. Open Sky in Bozeman Montana is an excellent dealer, ask for Ralston, he is the best.
@Atpeacewithoneself
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, I like Project M camper. If I was interested I would choose them.
@blackpearlvoyager4174
2 жыл бұрын
I have to agree with you donald, I was very excited when looking at the topo topper canopy camper. Only 300 lb or so with lots of room and a really competitive price. It was nice talking with you at the grizzly booth for a few minutes! We look for you every time we are out and about in central oregon. One day we may cross paths. Cheers!
@jordanbrown1170
2 жыл бұрын
I have an AT Summit on my king cab frontier, I was the first long bed and the 2nd frontier they have ever done. It is the same model they make for the Ranger, the frontier bed is maybe an ½-1" longer so they installed a small strip of aluminum to fill the space up front. 6ft camper fully optioned with all the euro windows and roof hatch is 460lbs.
@hayduke4589
2 жыл бұрын
Dust, dust, dust. Tailgate are really hard to seal. Egress is also awkward, over the tailgate and under the hatch. Both the reasons we went with the AluCab Khaya.
@Dave-sw2dm
2 жыл бұрын
I built out my 6.5 foot truck bed and my biggest challenge is humidity. Many areas AC and humidity control makes all the difference between just setting up a tent and sleeping in an insulated truck bed. I set the smallest BTU AC on the tailgate with a false tailgate for camping so I can get it cool enough for sleeping, but I have no room for the required dehumidifier.
@TurboIDI
2 жыл бұрын
Has any one seen a topper on a service body? I have a 2013 srw superduty with a knapheide box.
@BuccaneerOverland
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this info! Keep your videos coming. Really enjoy your channel. Greetings from Florida.
@snteevveetns
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, great interviews (direct to the point). Just learn to drive with your legs! Ahahaha 😁
@shazmodeus2795
2 жыл бұрын
I like the more industrial design, look, and functionality of the Super Pacific, but much prefer the full pop up top of the Topo, AT, and Project M
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