They're almost all Chinese. You'll notice 90% of them look identical from a design perspective. Again, the difference is in fit and finish, quality control, and materials. The name brand tents will be markedly better than the off-brands. The price generally tells you a lot. I would stick to CVT, Tepui, 23ZERO, FSR, Front Runner, etc. so that you're at least getting a known quantity from a domestically based company with some semblance of a warranty and customer support.
Gotcha. I appreciate the info. Bernie (milkteacoma) really recommended his Front Runner tent and pretty much sold me on it. Plus his discount code helped. I'm going to do more research on the brands you listed as well.
I've heard good things about the Front Runner, just keep in mind that it is not made out of the same materials as pretty much any other roof top tent. The walls and rain fly are more akin to that of a ground tent... It is some kind of lightweight nylon and not a cotton canvas or poly cotton canvas. This leads me to believe that it will be less insulated and less durable but more mildew resistant and definitely lighter weight. That is how they achieved the super slim form factor of that particular tent when it is folded up... That type of material is significantly less bulky. Just food for thought, it depends on what your priorities are which is best for you.
Yeah that's another factor I'm looking into. Going up to Yellowstone in September, so want to be prepared in the AZ heat and winters up north.
Yeah the Ultralite Ayer is what I'm leaning towards right now.
