Essential Guide: Choosing the Right Cross Bars for Your Rooftop Tent

When it comes to rooftop tents (RTTs), selecting the right crossbars is crucial for ensuring safety and durability. Two key points to keep in mind

 

  • Heavy-Duty Crossbars: Opt for crossbars with a minimum width of 8cm, especially if they're made of aluminum. This ensures they can support the weight and stress of a rooftop tent.

  • Avoid FlushBars: For RTT support, it's important that the bars hang over the bar seat. FlushBars, which sit flush with the vehicle's roof, are not suitable for this purpose.

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    Whispbar by Yakima Flush Roof Bar - Pair | REI Co-op

     

    the one shown above is a flush bar as the bar is flush with the leg, however, this is not optimal for rooftop tents compare to through bar as shown below. Whispbar S15WB Black Through bar Pack | Free KeyAlike

     

    Through bar is more optimal for a rooftop tent,  the weight is more evenly distributed across the leg as the bar is through the leg and is wider allow for more balanced support and allow more space for attachment.

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