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Thule launches two compact rooftop tents for US SUVs

19.07.2026 04:18 1 min 2 sources
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Thule launches two compact rooftop tents for US SUVs
Original source: Thule Tepui Explorer Ayer 2 from Thule - rooftop tent brings compact overlanding comfort to US SUVs

In Brief

Thule Group has started selling the Tepui Explorer Ayer 2 rooftop tent in the US, weighing 45 kg, and unveiled the Tepui Foothill, which takes half a roof rack. The Foothill is priced at 1700 US dollars.

Thule Group is expanding its rooftop tent lineup for SUVs. Sales of the Tepui Explorer Ayer 2 have begun in the US. Designed for two people, the tent weighs about 45 kg and has a sleeping area of 213 x 122 cm, allowing installation on standard crossbars of many crossovers, including the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. It is made of polyester-cotton fabric with UV protection and a separate rain fly, and includes a foam mattress.

Also unveiled is the Tepui Foothill, which when folded takes up 24 inches — about half a standard roof rack — leaving space for gear, surfboards or kayaks. It sleeps two, holds up to 400 pounds, and weighs 110 pounds. The model will go on sale in February at a price of 1700 US dollars.

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Thule launches compact Tepui Explorer Ayer 2 rooftop tent for US SUVs

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Thule Tepui Foothill Rooftop Tent Takes Half the Space

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