23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0
#8 in Soft shellFull review
A four person soft shell with a California king bed, for families who want one tent on the roof for everyone. Expensive next to rivals of the same size.
23Zero $2,695$2,695
The 23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0 and the CVT Pioneer Mt. Rainier are evenly matched, rated 3.4 and 3.4. The 23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0 leads on weight. The CVT Pioneer Mt. Rainier costs $296 less ($2,399 vs $2,695).
CVT Pioneer Mt. Rainier
#9 in Soft shellFull review
A three person soft shell with a 71 x 94 in floor and an optional annex, for small families on longer trips. At 198 lb it needs a strong roof rack.
CVT $2,399$2,399
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the 23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0 for weight (165 lb for 48 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) vs 198 lb for 46.3 sq ft of bed (4.3 lb per sq ft)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every soft shell tent; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | 23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0 | CVT Pioneer Mt. Rainier |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 55 $56.15 per sq ft of bed ($2,695, 48 sq ft) | 61 $51.76 per sq ft of bed ($2,399, 46.3 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 73 165 lb for 48 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) | 49 198 lb for 46.3 sq ft of bed (4.3 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 50 3 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 57 3 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated, 2 skylights |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| 23Zero Walkabout 72 2.0 | CVT Pioneer Mt. Rainier | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 4 | 3 |
| Mattress | 72 x 96 in | 71 x 94 in |
| Bed area | 48 sq ft | 46.3 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 3 in | 3 in |
| Skylights | - | 2 |
| Built-in lights | No | No |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | ECO13B recycled fabric with Light Suppression Technology | 320G ripstop canvas |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 165 lb | 198 lb |
| Closed size | 73 x 48 x 14 in | - |
| Open size | 122 x 73 x 52 in | 125 x 71.5 x 49 in |
| Closed height | 14 in | - |
| Setup time (maker) | - | 8 min |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2025-04 |