# Soft-Shelled Rooftop Tents The Roofnest Meadowlark Weighs in at Just 90-Pounds By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-08-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roofnest-meadowlark References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/roofnest-meadowlark-soft-shelled-rooftop-tent/) & [roofnest](https://roofnest.com/product/meadowlark/)  Vehicle [rooftop tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-campers-the-cap) are becoming an increasingly popular option for avid campers but can sometimes be too heavy, which is where the [Roofnest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roofnest-condor-2-xxl-air) Meadowlark is designed to offer an alternative. The tent comes as the brands first-ever [soft-shelled model](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skl) and comes in at just 90-pounds to maximize ease of use when being set up or collapsed. The tent is achieved using 600D Poly-Oxford material that's finished with a PVC coating and durable enough to withstand a range of weather conditions. The Roofnest Meadowlark is rated to be ready for use in just one-minute and comes with a 7.5-foot telescopic ladder to allow for easy access. Available now for preorder, the tent is priced at $1,595 and is expected to start shipping in late-October. Image Credit: Roofnest ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 12% - 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's Driving This Trend - **Soft-shelled Rooftop Tents:** A growing trend in the camping industry is the development of lightweight, soft-shelled rooftop tents like the Roofnest Meadowlark that are easy to set up and collapse. - **Vehicle Rooftop Tents:** Innovations in vehicle rooftop tents such as the Roofnest Meadowlark are creating opportunities for the outdoor recreation industry to offer more versatile and convenient camping options. - **600D Poly-oxford Material:** The use of 600D Poly-Oxford material, coupled with PVC coating, in the Roofnest Meadowlark presents opportunities for the materials industry to develop more lightweight and durable options for outdoor gear. ### Who This Affects Most - **Camping Equipment:** The camping equipment industry can benefit from innovations in lightweight and easy-to-use rooftop tents like the Roofnest Meadowlark. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Innovations in vehicle rooftop tents like the Roofnest Meadowlark provide new opportunities for the outdoor recreation industry to offer more convenience and comfort to campers. - **Outdoor Gear Materials:** The use of 600D Poly-Oxford material in the Roofnest Meadowlark presents opportunities for the materials industry to develop more lightweight and durable options for outdoor gear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Collapsible Vehicle Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tentbox-go.md) - [Ultra-Lightweight Car Roof Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/groenberg-weekend.md) - [Budget-Conscious Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvansport-loft-rooftop-tent.md) - [Vehicular Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicular-rooftop-tent.md) - [Slender Tool-Free Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-aeroblade.md) - [Apartment-Sized Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roofnest-condor-2-xxl-air.md) - [Ventilated Clamshell Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/falcon-3-evo.md) - [Hardtop Roof Rack Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roam-desperado-rooftop-tent.md) - [Inflatable Frame Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-peak-field-rise.md)