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Buying or renting a roof tent requires a minimum of thought.
Start by asking yourself the right questions:
How many seasons per year will I be going away and will my tent withstand it? 1/2/3 or 4 seasons?
I see myself going on vacation in the summer with ? Or do I see myself defying winter wrapped up in my sleeping bag in the middle of the snow?
Understanding the meanings of technical camping terms before ordering them will help you avoid unpleasant surprises on the ground!
Everything you need to know about car tent fabric ( Type , density, cloth )
Fabrics & 420D Oxford polyester:
Oxford : This term describes the method of weaving the fabric, oxford fabric East the most fluent used for standard tents and camping accessories , he are recognizable by their visible squares, and ensure a resistant canvas .
420D : THE "D" means the word “denier ” which has become the standard for measuring density. For polyester and cotton, for example, 210D is a lightweight fabric while 900D East a polyester ultra-resistant. ( There measurement starts at 210D , 300D , 420D , 600D , up to 900D THE maximum )
This measurement is used for many fabrics, such as nylon, silk, etc. Our roof tent is in the average densities used for tents , tarpaulins and high wind which provides the necessary resistance to bad weather in Europe .
Rip Stop fabrics : tissue anti-tear”, THE ripstop is a fabric shaped into a mesh : designed to ensure its resistance and prevent the extension of a possible tear. . It can be 100% cotton or synthetic, for our tent, it is designed in a polyester and cotton alloy .
Thickness 280GSM or 280G / M² : This term means the thickness of the fabric per m², in our case the roof tent is in the average of the classic weight on the market and of our competitors combined.
PU coating 3000MM (or water pressure) : high quality PU waterproof coating quality:
The MM indicates the amount of mm of water pressure a tent can receive before letting water through, the same example when you are sheltered in a tent on a rainy day. ( not of luck ) , when you push on the tent and apply strong pressure from the inside, this can tend to stretch the mesh of the canvas and allow water to seep in.
We have synthesized the average of water pressure resistances:
0 to 800 mm: water repellent but not waterproof
800 up to 5,000 mm: waterproof. If someone or something is pressed against the tent too hard, it can let water in.
5,000 to 15,000 mm: waterproof and different kinds of pressure.
In short, our roof tent is waterproof and large enough to give you enough space inside if you have to face the rain so as not to lean on the edges.
UV50+ sun protection: there This tent's fabric has SPF 50+ protection, and blocks up to 99% of the sun's harmful rays (UVA and UVB ) , you can find these same indicators on sunscreens.
Everything you need to know about your roof tent mattress:
Mattress thickness: The mattress included in your tent is 6CM, most car tents cannot exceed this thickness to respect an optimal dimension once closed, when camping and especially in camper vans , it is often advisable to opt for a mattress between 10 and 15cm thick, apart from the density or firmness which come as a second criterion , the roof tent will not offer you the comfort of a camper van, the adventure would be less nomadic, however your mattress offers the necessary comfort to spend a good night which will be even better than an inflatable mattress on the ground, nothing prevents you if you are attached to comfort ++ from adding an inflatable mattress topper or even a memory foam mattress ( more bulky) .
Mattress density 30 : The density of the mattress will depend mainly on the ratio to the weight of the person who will sleep on it.
Density 30 corresponds to 30KG per M3 , don't get me wrong, this does not mean that if you do more than 30kg the mattress will not meet your expectations, this is the meaning of standards in the world of mattresses , you can find bed mattresses with a thickness of 20cm and a density of 35kg/m3, you will still sleep very well there.
HAS Note that in addition to the density 30, your roof tent mattress contains a reinforcement plate to ensure additional comfort, because the nomadic lifestyle does not prevent you from spending a good night under the stars.
Mattress cover with a 550G PVC underside: a highly weather and UV resistant PVC cover of 550g/m² for Professional quality .
ABS hard shell material: Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer thermoplastic resin invented by Mr. DALY in the United States in 1946. A plastic known for its excellent resistance to shocks , scratches , aging , and its excellent appearance .
This type of thickness is used for tarpaulins type capitals or reception tent , these are waterproof tarpaulins also offering UV protection.
