Yakima SkyRise HD
#9 in Soft shellFull review
For couples who want a weatherproof soft shell from a big rack brand, with a covered ladder entry and a dealer network behind it.
Amazon $2,998.95$2,998.95
The Yakima SkyRise HD is the better tent overall, rated 3.5 to 3.2. The Yakima SkyRise HD leads on weather and comfort. The Yakima SkyRise SL wins on value. The Yakima SkyRise SL costs $499.95 less ($2,499 vs $2,998.95).
Yakima SkyRise SL
#17 in Soft shellFull review
For campers who want Yakima’s fold out soft shell in a lighter, cheaper build and mostly camp in fair weather.
Yakima $2,499$2,499
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 Yakima SkyRise HD for weather (3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season vs waterproof rating not published, 4 season) and comfort (mattress thickness not published, anti-condensation mat vs 2.5 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated).
- Choose the Yakima SkyRise SL for value ($69.60 per sq ft of bed ($2,499, 35.9 sq ft) vs $80.33 per sq ft of bed ($2,998.95, 37.3 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 | Yakima SkyRise HD | Yakima SkyRise SL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 29 $80.33 per sq ft of bed ($2,998.95, 37.3 sq ft) | 39 $69.60 per sq ft of bed ($2,499, 35.9 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 71 131.5 lb for 37.3 sq ft of bed (3.5 lb per sq ft) | 75 121 lb for 35.9 sq ft of bed (3.4 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 100 3,000 mm waterproof rating, 4 season | 62 waterproof rating not published, 4 season |
| Comfort 15% | 62 mattress thickness not published, anti-condensation mat | 35 2.5 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Yakima SkyRise HD | Yakima SkyRise SL | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Soft shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 2 | - |
| Mattress | 56 x 96 in | 55 x 94 in |
| Bed area | 37.3 sq ft | 35.9 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | - | 2.5 in |
| Anti-condensation mat | Yes | - |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 600D ripstop polyester, 3000 mm PU coating | 210D ripstop polyester |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | - |
| Season rating | 4 season | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 131.5 lb | 121 lb |
| Closed size | 58 x 48 x 16.5 in | 58 x 48 x 16.5 in |
| Open size | 126 x 56 x 48 in | - |
| Closed height | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Static load | 599.7 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-02 | 2025-02 |