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.
Amazon $1,705$1,705
3.2/5
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.
- 4Sleeps
- 67 x 95 inBed
- 150 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$3,599.95
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- A 95 x 67 in bed sleeps a family of four
- Lockable mounting brackets with a torque limiting tool make fitting and removing it quicker
- Thick 2.4 in dual layer foam mattress and a built in port for a heater or AC hose
- Folds to 11 in tall, low for a four person tent
Cons
- At 150 lb it needs a rack and roof rated for that weight while driving; check both ratings first
- One of the most expensive soft shells
- Thule publishes no waterproof rating or warranty term for it
The Thule Approach 2 family
Every Thule Approach 2 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Sleeps | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thule Approach 2 S | 2 | 2.8/5 | $2,499.95 |
| Thule Approach 2 M | 3 | 3.0/5 | $2,999.95 |
| Thule Approach 2 L (this one) | 4 | 3.2/5 | $3,599.95 |
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 | Approach 2 L (901026) |
|---|---|
| Sleeping | |
| Shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 4 |
| Mattress | 67 x 95 in |
| Bed area | 44.2 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2.4 in |
| Weather | |
| Fabric | 100% recycled 600D polyester ripstop |
| Season rating | 4 season |
| On the vehicle | |
| Weight | 150 lb |
| Closed size | 49 x 72 x 11 in |
| Open size | 96 x 72 x 40 in |
| Closed height | 11 in |
| Static load | 660 lb |
| Ladder | 102.4 in |
| Setup time (maker) | 3 min |
Alternatives in this type
CVT Pioneer Mt. Denali
#13 in Soft shellFull review
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.
CVT $2,899$2,899
CVT Pioneer Mt. Bachelor
#15 in Soft shellFull review
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 $1,699$1,699
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