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As the name already says, the Nissan Pathfinder is the ideal partner if you want to spend the weekend off the beaten track. With the Nissan Pathfinder, you don’t need a camping trailer or RV. With your Nissan Pathfinder, you have enough space to take the whole family on a great camping trip and still enough space to take equipment with you.
All you need to mount a rooftop tent on your Pathfinder are roof crossbars that attach to the factory roof rails. The crossbars are used to attach the rooftop tent. The rooftop tent is securely screwed to four crossbars.
The rooftop tent is then firmly connected to the vehicle and can transfer the additional weight to the entire vehicle body via the factory roof rails.
The specified roof load of the Nissan Pathfinder is relatively low, but this always refers to the moving vehicle. As soon as the vehicle is stationary, the permissible roof load is many times higher.
So you can easily mount a large six-person rooftop tent on the Nissan Pathfinder. The weight on the roof from the rooftop tent and the people is safely distributed on the body via the roof rails. This way you don’t damage the vehicle even with a large rooftop tent or many people in the roof tent.
When choosing a rooftop tent, make sure that the rooftop tent is not wider than the vehicle (when folded).
You can easily mount a large hard-shell or soft-shell rooftop tent on the roof of the Nissan Pathfinder.
Consider that the aerodynamics deteriorate through the assembly of a roof tent, and thus the fuel consumption increases and the possible range decreases. The driving dynamics can also deteriorate. The additional weight on the roof of the Nissan Pathfinder raises the center of gravity of the vehicle.
So whenever you don’t need the rooftop tent, you should remove it and store it in the garage.
On this website, you will find many more interesting articles about rooftop tents and camping!
If you want to mount a rooftop tent on your Nissan Pathfinder, you need crossbars that are mounted on the factory roof rails. The rooftop tent is then attached to four mounting spots on these crossbars. This creates an absolutely secure and stable connection between the rooftop tent and the vehicle body.
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Here are the biggest pluses of a roof rack tent:
- Roof rack tents are easy to setup.
- Roof rack tents are very cozy.
- Roof rack tents last a long time.
- Roof rack tents can be taken along when changing vehicles.
- Roof rack tents will become more and more popular in the years to come.
- Roof rack tents turn your vehicle into a fully-fledged camping vehicle.
- Roof Rack Tents are easy to clean and maintain.
- Roof rack tents keep the cold off the floor at night.
- Roof Rack Tents can easily be stowed in your garage or basement when you don’t need them.
Here we have listed the best roof top tents to make it easier for you to make the right purchase decision.
Thule Tepui Explorer Ayer 2 Rooftop Tent
Smittybilt Overlander Tent
- Standard size tent (sleeps 2-3) with high-density 92″ x 55″ foam double/full mattress and 661 lb. max load
- 600D heavy-duty waterproof top and rain fly; sunroof; side windows with mosquito netting; anodized aluminum tent frame poles; telescopic ladder; interior LED strips and many more features
- Easy to set up and take down; heavy duty PVC cover keeps tent dry and free from UV rays when not in use
- Smittybilt Tent Annex (sold separately #2788) with removeable floor can be attached with heavy duty zippers for privacy
- Tent also available in Size XL (sleeps 3-4 #2773). Ladder extension also available (#2785).Ladder capacity:265 lbs
- Mounting brackets included
Thule Tepui Low-Pro Rooftop Tent
- Can accommodate up to two people
- Ultra low profile design folds down to 7″ / 18 cm for better aerodynamics and vehicle fit
- Tent base is constructed of thermoplastic materials that are both durable and 100% recyclable
- Dome canopy is lightweight while still providing all-season protection
- Patented ZipperGimp easily attaches the canopy to the base of the tent
Thule Tepui Autana Rooftop Tent with Annex
- Can accommodate up to three people
- Includes an extended private canopy entrance with removable annex
- Diamond plate base for added protection and durability
- Constructed from high-quality 360g stitched fabric
- Includes an anti-condensation mat to keep moisture from building up under the mattress
Thule Tepui Autana Rooftop Tent with Annex
- Can accommodate up to four people
- Includes an extended private canopy entrance with removable annex
- Constructed from coated 600 denier and a 260g poly-cotton blend made to withstand the elements of any season
- Tent fabric is UV resistant and withstands the elements of any season
- Mesh panels offer plenty of ventilation and open for more airflow
- Four, large internal pockets for storing gear and camping accessories
- Includes a high-density foam mattress for added comfort
TMB Beige Pop Up Roof Overlanding Tent
- Fits most vehicles equipped with cross bars and roof rails, make your camping and overlanding adventures more comfortable and convenient
- 6-Month Warranty against Manufacturer defects
- Closes via snap straps, bungee net roof storage with side pouches, inner and outer zippers for easy closure
- Easy to open with shock assisted arms, stays securely open once fully extended, memory foam mattress pre-installed
- Includes: Ladder, extra storage bag, Closed Dimensions: 84″ x 49″ x 13″
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Everything there for assembly?
The Roof Rack Tents are mounted on the Roof Rack Crossbar of your car. You need these brackets for your car roof. If you don't have a roof retention system yet, you can find one with us! Just click HERE.
I sold my RV and bought a jeep with a roof rack tent mounted on it. That was the best decision i ever made. I can pitch my tent anywhere in the desert with my jeep and spend the night there. I would never have come to these places with my RV.
Mark S.
My friend and I bought a roof tent for our car and now drive it almost every weekend into the wilderness and pitch our tent where it suits us. We're just excited about our new roof rack tent and never want to go camping without a roof tent again.
Samanta K.
Since I got a roof rack tent, I have been out in nature a lot more and go camping very often. It's just great to be able to pitch your tent so easily and anywhere!
Tom W. Happy Customer