Thule Approach M
#18 in Soft shellFull review
A polished, easy to mount soft shell for two adults who want a big bed and a low folded profile, for $300 less than the Approach 2 M.
Amazon $2,699.95$2,699.95
3.0/5
A light, low profile two person soft shell for smaller SUVs and racks with modest load ratings. The thin mattress and short floor make it better for one or two shorter sleepers.
- 2Sleeps
- 51.2 x 80.7 inBed
- 99 lbWeight
- 1 yearWarranty
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Pros
- At 99 lb it is light for a soft shell, so it suits more roof racks
- Packs down to 8.3 in tall, so it adds little drag
- Mounts or comes off the rack in about 5 minutes once first fitted
- LED light strip and boot bags come with it
Cons
- The 80.7 x 51.2 in floor and 40 mm mattress are small and thin for two adults
- No published waterproof rating
- Only a 1 year warranty
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 | Soft Shell Roof Top Tent (61026) |
|---|---|
| Sleeping | |
| Shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 2 |
| Mattress | 51.2 x 80.7 in |
| Bed area | 28.7 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 1.6 in |
| Built-in lights | Yes |
| Weather | |
| Fabric | 600D ripstop polyoxford, PU coated (CPAI-84) |
| On the vehicle | |
| Weight | 99 lb |
| Closed size | 49 x 53.5 x 8.3 in |
| Closed height | 8.3 in |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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Thule Approach 2 M
#19 in Soft shellFull review
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Amazon $2,999.95$2,999.95
Thule Approach S
#21 in Soft shellFull review
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