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# Hard-Sided Vehicular Tents
The Redtail Overland Rooftop Camper is Made with Carbon Fiber

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-06-23 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rooftop-camper
References: [homecrux](https://www.homecrux.com/redtail-overland-fully-hard-sided-rooftop-camper/143076/) & [redtailoverland](https://www.redtailoverland.com/)

Overlanding has become quite popular amongst adventure-craving consumers who are seeking out a way to explore new areas on their own terms, which is seeing solutions like the [Redtail Overland](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redtail-skyloft-camper) Rooftop [Camper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-travel-vehicles-trektwo) be introduced with this in mind.

The rooftop tent is crafted with [lightweight carbon fiber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-supertramp-flagship-ht) in order to make it a rugged yet noninvasive addition to a mid-sized SUV and is outfitted with a range of amenities to enhance comfort. This includes solar panels for keeping travelers connected while off the grid, a heater, fan, full electronic system and more.

The Redtail Overland Rooftop Camper comes in two size options and is priced starting at $20,000. Available now for preorder, the tent is expected to start shipping in October 2020.

Image Credit: Redtail Overland

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.7/10
- Popularity: 98% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Carbon Fiber Rooftop Tents:** The use of carbon fiber in rooftop tents creates opportunities for companies to make lightweight and durable camping solutions.
- **Off-grid Adventure Travel:** The popularity of overlanding and off-grid travel calls for innovative solutions to enhance the experience of adventure-seekers.
- **Integrated Vehicle Camping Systems:** Vehicle camping solutions that integrate different amenities and technologies provide new potential for businesses to innovate camping experiences.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore opportunities in developing compatible camping accessories or packages for adventure-seeking consumers.
- **Outdoor Retail:** Outdoor retailers can take advantage of the trend in overlanding and create more solutions for camping and exploration.
- **Solar Energy:** The rise in demand for off-grid camping experiences creates opportunities for businesses within the solar energy industry to explore developing portable solar solutions for camping and adventure travel.

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