Thule Tepui Kukenam 3
#11 in Soft shellFull review
A classic, roomy three person soft shell for couples or small families who camp in all weather. It costs more than budget tents of the same size.
Amazon $2,347.15$2,347.15
3.3/5
CVT’s biggest soft shell, sleeping four on an 86 x 94 in floor, for families who camp off a truck or trailer rack. At 262 lb it needs a heavy duty rack and a vehicle rated for the load.
- 4Sleeps
- 86 x 94 inBed
- 262 lbWeight
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at CVT$2,899
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- A 3 in mattress and 47 in of headroom make it comfortable to sit up and sleep in
- Two stargazer windows and windows on every side keep air moving on warm nights
- Heater and AC ports let you run ducted heat or cooling in cold or hot weather
- Room for a family of four on the 86 x 94 in floor
Cons
- Takes 5 to 8 minutes to open and close, longer than a hard shell
- At a listed 262 lb it is heavy for a soft shell, so check the roof and rack dynamic load rating and follow the maker’s mounting instructions
- Only a 2 year warranty
The CVT Pioneer family
Every CVT Pioneer model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Sleeps | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor | 2 | 3.2/5 | $1,699 |
| CVT Pioneer Mt. Shasta | 2 | 3.2/5 | $1,999 |
| CVT Pioneer Mt. Rainier | 3 | 3.4/5 | $2,399 |
| CVT Pioneer Mt. Denali (this one) | 4 | 3.3/5 | $2,899 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | Pioneer 87 in Mt. Denali (52PNOR87EV) |
|---|---|
| Sleeping | |
| Shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 4 |
| Mattress | 86 x 94 in |
| Bed area | 56.1 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 3 in |
| Skylights | 2 |
| Built-in lights | No |
| Weather | |
| Fabric | 320G ripstop canvas |
| Season rating | 4 season |
| Annex | Optional |
| On the vehicle | |
| Weight | 262 lb |
| Open size | 125 x 87 x 49 in |
| Setup time (maker) | 8 min |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-04 |
Alternatives in this type
Tuff Stuff Ranger 65
#12 in Soft shellFull review
A wide, sturdy soft shell for three adults or a couple with a child, at a fair price. The short warranty and 164 lb weight are the trade offs.
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Thule Approach 2 L
#14 in Soft shellFull review
A family sized soft shell from a big rack brand, with quick mounting and a low folded height. Check the roof and rack ratings, as it weighs 150 lb.
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