# Hard-Walled Rooftop Campers The AntiShanty RTD Stows Gear When Traveling Between Locations By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-10-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antishanty-rtd References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/outdoors/antishanty-rtd-rooftop-cargo-tent/) & [antishanty](https://antishanty.com/rooftop-camper/)  The AntiShanty RTD is a multifunctional [rooftop dwelling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roofnest-condor-2-xxl-air) (RTD) for avid [overlanding adventurers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skl) to choose as a way to enjoy comfortable living in any environment. The unit works by being installed onto the roof of a vehicle where it will provide 28-cubic-feet of capacity inside when traveling between locations. This will drastically free up space inside the vehicle, while the [aluminum construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truckhouse-bcr-expedition-camper) promises to easily brave even the harshest environments. The AntiShanty RTD weighs in at around 300-pounds and can be elevated with the touch of a button. The unit will provide just the right amount of space for sleeping with additional areas to keep cargo stowed. The unit is priced at $9,500 and is expected to start being delivered in Q2 of 2023 with reservations available for $1,000. Image Credit: AntiShanty ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multifunctional Rooftop Dwellings:** The trend of designing rooftop-mounted living spaces that provide comfort and versatility for adventurous travelers. - **Lightweight Hard-walled Shelters:** The trend of using durable materials like aluminum to create portable hard-walled shelters that are sturdy yet lightweight for traveling purposes. - **Space-saving Travel Solutions:** The trend of creating travel solutions that allow for storage and organization of gear and supplies, freeing up space inside the vehicle. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Opportunity for automotive manufacturers to design and produce vehicles that are compatible with rooftop dwellings and provide reinforced structures for heavier loads. - **Outdoor Recreation Equipment:** Opportunity for outdoor equipment manufacturers to design and produce specialized gear that maximizes the usage and functionality of rooftop dwellings. - **Mobile Housing and Accommodations:** Opportunity for mobile housing and accommodations companies to expand their product offerings by designing and producing innovative lightweight rooftop shelters for outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hardtop Roof Rack Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roam-desperado-rooftop-tent.md) - [Vehicular Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicular-rooftop-tent.md) - [Ultra-Modern EV Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-campers-the-cap.md) - [Panoramic View Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roof-space-4.md) - [Slender Tool-Free Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-aeroblade.md) - [Flatpack SUV Roof Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardsider-hardtent.md) - [RV-Like Car Camper Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roofroomer.md) - [Structured Aluminum Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardshell-rooftop-tent.md) - [Low-Profile Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikamper-bdv-roof-top-tent.md)