Could Thule Xsporter Ladder Rack Be Used with Roof Top Tent

Updated 05/28/2019 | Published 05/25/2019

Question:

Hello, i was wondering if anyone has used this Thule xporter truck roof rack system with a rooftop tent. Lower position for transporting it, then raising it up once at camp so you can use the annex properly. My tent is just over . 100 pounds, just wondering how manageable it might be to raise it up while still mounted. Thank you.

asked by: Jamie

Expert Reply:

Ladder racks are great solutions for roof rack style tents. They have higher capacities than roof racks and typically much wider bars too which helps. I was able to find several pictures online of people doing this as well but for proprietary reasons I can't post them here.

You wouldn't want to try to raise and lower the ladder rack with the tent installed though as that will be dangerous.

expert reply by: Jameson C