Overlanding is self-reliant adventure travel to remote destinations where the journey is the primary goal. Typically accommodated by mechanized off-road capable transport (from bicycles to trucks) where the principal form of lodging is camping; often lasting for extended lengths of time (months to years) and often spanning international boundaries. While expedition is defined as a journey with a purpose, overlanding sees the journey as the purpose. Overlanding is about exploration, rather than conquering obstacles.

Think… Long duration national or international camp hopping. So behind every, “let’s get out and go where the road takes us.” Lies a question, “Where will we sleep?”

Well, that is where Yeti Gear comes in. The company has made exploration much better and convenient with the introduction of the Alu-Cab Gen 3.1 Expedition Tent in the Nepalese market. Let’s shed some light on the tent maker before getting to the product at hand yeah?

Alu-Cab’s journey began in 2000 AD in South Africa. The company’s own African travel experiences taught them that space and weight were the two greatest hurdles facing any overland traveller. To address this, they developed the first-ever aluminium canopy – specifically engineered for adventure travellers. But the development didn’t stop there: they have now come up with the Gen 3.1 Expedition Tent that is arguably one of the best in the industry.

The Expedition Tent follows a hardshell design, typically lasts longer than their soft-shell equivalents, they’re also easier to clean, and far more resilient to rain, snow, and windy weather conditions. But most of all, from an overland-travel perspective (where you’re moving from one camp to the next), you just can’t beat the convenience of a pop-up rooftop tent; which is why the ever-popular Expedition Tent is now in its 3rd Generation design.

Buying a rooftop tent is no different from buying a household bed, where comfort is critical; which is why the Expedition Tent comes with a generous 75 mm high-density foam mattress. It also includes a reading light, USB charging ports (for your mobile phone), a 12V power socket, and a series of storage pockets where you can keep your keys, books, and even your shoes.

Thanks to the Expedition Tent’s robust aluminum housing, you have the option of fitting Alu-Cab load bars. This means you can still pack large bulky items on top of your tent. Whether it be a solar panel, camping table, kayak, or mountain bike. The Gen 3.1 Expedition Tent doesn’t prevent you from packing gear on your roof as other rooftop tents do.

As the tent is also being widely used by extreme adventure travelers across the globe, the tent offers the best possible insulation against blazing African heat, as well as sub-zero temperatures found in Europe and North America. That said, the Gen 3.1 roof structure and base are generously insulated with a closed-cell foam lining that offers excellent comfort and insulation all year round. It also gets an awning cover over the tent’s rear door, which helps to keep rain, snow, and frost off the rear opening.

So, if you’re looking to get a rooftop tent with a far more durable, versatile, and easy-to-use option, look no further than the Gen 3.1 Expedition Tent – a third-generation product that has evolved into a supremely comfortable, spacious, and fast-pitching home away from home.

FEATURES

• Lightweight aluminium construction
• Built-in cargo rails for the fitment of optional load bars
• Hard-shell structure that can carry additional gear – solar panels, kayak, mountain bikes, or camping table
• Streamlined aerodynamic profile
• 3-point access with a door/window on each side
• Gas-strut assisted pop-up design
• Opens and closes in seconds so you can still go on that late-afternoon game drive
• 75 mm high-density foam mattress with a zip-off cover
• A quick-release ladder that stows inside your tent when closed
• Storage pockets
• Internal USB power points
• Internal 12V plug point
• Internal lighting
• Rear door awning to keep the entrance dry
• Dual-layer canvas for better insulation and protection
• Wind resistant design thanks to the single-sided opening
• Top and bottom foam insulation for class-leading insulation

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Side rain cover now comes as a standard feature
• Spec-built telescopic ladder with rungs that are broad and angled making it far more comfortable to climb into the tent barefoot
• Single zip opening doors
• Zippable rear awning – the awning can zip up and stay rolled away. The awning only needs to be deployed when the weather dictates.
• Stainless steel eyelets for the spring poles
• Extended cargo rails creating more room and additional options for fitment to the roof
• Raised air vent to help reduce condensation
• 3D breathable mesh to further assist with condensation

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