CVT Mt. Hood Small
#22 in Hard shellFull review
A quick opening aluminum clamshell for a solo camper or a couple who wants a hard shell that rides low and keeps gear inside. It is very heavy, so check the roof load first.
CVT $2,599$2,599
The CVT Mt. Hood Small and the Thule Basin are evenly matched, rated 2.8 and 2.8. The CVT Mt. Hood Small leads on value. The CVT Mt. Hood Small costs $555.10 less ($2,599 vs $3,154.10).
Thule Basin
#23 in Hard shellFull review
For couples who want one roof box that is both a cargo carrier and a quick pop up tent. Others get more bed and weather protection for the money.
Amazon $3,154.10$3,154.10
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 CVT Mt. Hood Small for value ($95.09 per sq ft of bed ($2,599, 27.3 sq ft) vs $109.95 per sq ft of bed ($3,154.10, 28.7 sq ft)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hard shell tent; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | CVT Mt. Hood Small | Thule Basin |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 54 $95.09 per sq ft of bed ($2,599, 27.3 sq ft) | 43 $109.95 per sq ft of bed ($3,154.10, 28.7 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 0 241.4 lb for 27.3 sq ft of bed (8.8 lb per sq ft) | 0 176 lb for 28.7 sq ft of bed (6.1 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 50 waterproof rating not published (neutral score used) | 44 1,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 50 mattress and extras not published (neutral score used) | 50 mattress and extras not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| CVT Mt. Hood Small | Thule Basin | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Pops straight up |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 48 x 82 in | 51 x 81 in |
| Bed area | 27.3 sq ft | 28.7 sq ft |
| Built-in lights | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 280 gsm polyester blackout canvas | 260 g cotton and polyester, coated |
| Waterproof rating | - | 1,500 mm |
| Season rating | - | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | - |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 241.4 lb | 176 lb |
| Closed size | 88.19 x 54.72 x 10.24 in | 84 x 55 x 12.75 in |
| Open size | - | 84 x 55 x 42.75 in |
| Closed height | 10.2 in | 12.8 in |
| Static load | - | 660 lb |
| Setup time (maker) | 4 min | 1 min |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2025 | - |