CVT Pioneer Mt. Rainier
#9 in Soft shellFull review
A three person soft shell with a 71 x 94 in floor and an optional annex, for small families on longer trips. At 198 lb it needs a strong roof rack.
CVT $2,399$2,399
3.3/5
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.
- 3Sleeps
- 56 x 96 inBed
- 119 lbWeight
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$2,347.15
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- A 96 x 56 in bed fits two adults with room to spare, or three at a squeeze
- Breathable poly cotton canopy cuts condensation inside on cold nights
- At 119 lb it is lighter than most three person soft shells
- A 52 in peak height lets you sit up and change inside
Cons
- Stands 12 in tall when folded, taller than the Thule Approach 2
- Thule publishes no waterproof rating for it
- Only a 2 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 | Tepui Explorer Kukenam (901044) |
|---|---|
| Sleeping | |
| Shell | Soft shell |
| Opens | Folds out |
| Sleeps | 3 |
| Mattress | 56 x 96 in |
| Bed area | 37.3 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2.5 in |
| Weather | |
| Fabric | 260 g ripstop polyester cotton blend |
| Season rating | 4 season |
| On the vehicle | |
| Weight | 119 lb |
| Closed size | 48 x 56 x 12 in |
| Open size | 96 x 56 x 52 in |
| Closed height | 12 in |
| Static load | 600 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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