The CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor is the better tent overall, rated 3.2 to 2.7. The CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor leads on value, comfort and weather. The CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor costs $400.95 less ($1,699 vs $2,099.95).
A narrow two person soft shell for a solo camper or a couple who wants a full length bed, a thick mattress and good ventilation. Check the roof load first: CVT lists it at 152 lb.
CVT $1,699A narrow, low profile two person tent for people who need roof space for bikes or boats as well as a bed. The bed is small for the price.
Amazon $2,099.95Prices 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.
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 | CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor | Thule Foothill 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 56 $55.08 per sq ft of bed ($1,699, 30.8 sq ft) | 26 $84 per sq ft of bed ($2,099.95, 25 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 31 152 lb for 30.8 sq ft of bed (4.9 lb per sq ft) | 32 122 lb for 25 sq ft of bed (4.9 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season | 44 1,500 mm waterproof rating, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 57 3 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated, 2 skylights | 32 2.4 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor | Thule Foothill 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 47 x 94.5 in | 45 x 80 in |
| Bed area | 30.8 sq ft | 25 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 3 in | 2.4 in |
| Skylights | 2 | - |
| Built-in lights | No | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 320G ripstop canvas | 100% recycled 600D polyester ripstop |
| Waterproof rating | - | 1,500 mm |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | None offered | - |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 152 lb | 122 lb |
| Closed size | - | 84 x 25 x 11 in |
| Open size | 94 x 48.5 x 49 in | 84 x 49 x 37 in |
| Closed height | - | 11 in |
| Static load | - | 660 lb |
| Setup time (maker) | 8 min | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2025-04 | - |
