San Hima Kalbarri Gen 2 Rooftop Tent Review | What We LOVE and HATE

[@TNTBondiBeach]

I have loved the look of this RTT for a while. I have one of their Kalbarri original tents. Easy to use but that skylight panel is the reason for camping in think! So your review has sold me… Thanks

[@matthalpin1981]

I love your reviews. So clear, thorough and well edited.

[@explorebound]

Thanks mate really appreciate that feedback 🙂

[@HammerRocks]

Another good review. It's great that we are now spoilt for choice with various designs and variety of RTTs in the market. 👌

[@explorebound]

Very true, it's good to see a lot of innovation in this space 👍

[@fatmanoverlanding]

Another thoughtful review. 👍 The design looks almost identical to my Darche Ridgeback RTT. And with the rear wall moving away from the tent, this design feature surprisingly provides so much more volume inside (compared to the RTT design that goes straight up to the tip of the hard shell). And I too love the vertical side channels of my RTT. I use the channels to mount my shower awning and a long handled shovel.

[@explorebound]

Thanks mate! Nice one, the Ridgebacks look like a great tent too 👍

[@Australian4x4Adventures]

Great review mate. I actually just picked one of these up from Vic offroad today. I’m keen to try it out and share my thoughts in a few months time

[@explorebound]

Thanks mate! Oh nice one, look forward to checking out your video on it 🙂

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

Seems like a pretty solid design, big question is, while it was in use and raining did any water come in (not including the water issue explained), and would you buy one ?, the negatives seemed pretty minor except for the water one.

[@careymahoney1605]

Nice review! Glad you mentioned the negatives..all reviews should have top 5 positives and negatives. Would be great to see another review after say 12 months use on the durability and quality of materials used.

[@explorebound]

Thanks for the feedback! Going to try and incorporate this style to all review-style content moving forward and good suggestion about the long term review. 👍

[@stevekeenes4030]

Very surprised you dont have a mega following... im sure its coming.. hurry up YT world.... great review mate, honest, humble and easy to follow :)

[@explorebound]

Really appreciate that mate, thanks!! 🙂

[@FarqueKnowsWhere]

Great review mate, it seems one of the less user friendly RTTs. I was keen for your 12 month review on the Dune hardtop RTT, It’s on my short list of RTT anyway and your 3 month review seemed positive.

[@Ranger670]

Another great review thanks Daniel 👌🏾

[@tyrausfarrelly6257]

Nice review. In your opinion, how does this compare to the Dune Hardshell deluxe RTT. Which one do you like better?

[@louiskudlak2241]

U get good things & bad things about everything, all compromises, my soft rtt takes 15 minutes to put up and away but I lov it, lov the channel❤

[@explorebound]

That's exactly right - it's all about what suits you at the end of the day 🙂

[@mauricemadden2344]

Hey mate, which rtt would you rate higher, the DUNE or San Hima??

[@fjc_adventures4359]

Gday! Nice review. Just wondering what awning you have?

[@rothburger]

Helps when you back the tent away properly 😂 You left heaps of canvas hanging out when it’s supposed to be tucked up under the seal🙊 user error doesn’t count🤣 Tent looks ok👍🏻

[@BillRize]

Great review. Is it sturdier with separate poles inside that need to be attached?

[@rickycartel6056]

Great review, thanks. Can you unzip the fly screens so is completely open?

[@Carvalhol10]

Hey buddy love your reviews, any leaking on it? As I was told it does leak tho. Thank u heaps ✌️🏽

[@chevygordo]

Great review how do you find the rear ladder being vertical in comparison to the clip on one

[@awilke86]

Just got the same tent, channels on my canopy are the same well. Is there any other way to mount the tent you'd recommend or modifying the bracket best way?

[@BuiltByChris]

Great review, just a couple of quick question. When the tent is packed up, does it leak if you are driving through driving rain, and, is it possible to put a thicker mattress in and still be able to lock it down. Cheers, Chris. 👍

[@Daaraamood]

I recently purchased a Sanhima tent and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience with their return policy. Despite their claim of a 30-day return policy, I was shocked to learn that they would not accept returns if the package was opened. This was not clearly stated beforehand. When I tried to return the tent, I was informed that I would be responsible for the return shipping costs, which exceeded $500. On top of that, they would deduct $200 for restocking fees. This makes returning the product incredibly costly and impractical. It feels unethical for a company to change their return policy after the fact and impose such exorbitant fees. Please be aware of these hidden conditions before making a purchase from Sanhima. Their practices are not customer-friendly and can lead to significant financial loss. Feel free to modify or add any additional details to better fit your experience.

[@BuiltByChris]

@@Daaraamood thanks for the heads up. Bad customer service, for me, is a deal breaker. I was all ready to go and get one, but you have made me think twice. Thanks again for the heads up. 👍

[@mgracer]

@@Daaraamood you don’t say why you wanted to return it.

[@JohnJones-ce5ri]

Thanks for the review mate💯

[@NasTimeAdventures]

Good detailed review. Seems much quicker than the last set up.

[@Yettee0201]

Why not clasp the latch back up with the hook part on top of the bar where it hooks when closed? Then you can use the handle.

[@jacksonrodriguaz5746]

Hey mate how did you go with the condensation level on that tent?

[@marzy2423]

How do you think this compares with the dune rtt you were using previously

[@murraysulter1823]

looks like an interesting set up, definitely a lot more work to setup than something like the Alu Cab Gen3 but less than a softshell tent.

[@stevedeb5960]

Nice one, well reviewed 👌👌👌

[@cyclemoto8744]

Thanks for the review. Cheers

[@LeeCo56]

What happened to the dune one? Never noticed it gone.

[@gavinmarshall6438]

Did you get any condensation under the mattress?

[@rothburger]

😂 gold

[@krump743]

With regards to all ur bedding and pillows. U could get those space bags u suck down with a pump. Adapt a 12v pump to create a good seal on the port and flatten ur pillows right down and then leave them in the tent? Infact anyone who struggles for space having to cart their bedding around space bags are the go.

[@Intentionallyhomeless]

Blimey that's a great idea mate...not sure why I didn't think of that one. Cheers 🍻

[@hardihardi8692]

Hi what your honest opinion about the last dune rtt you had to the new when you got eg rain wind setup thanks mate😊

[@hardihardi8692]

O no reply 😮

[@93lornamae]

Can you put bikes on top of your ute if you have a roof tent?

[@TygerBlueEyes]

neat tent -- what is the weight cap the top rail system (roof)?

[@A-Trip-Away]

Hi mate, where do you get the roof top moutning brackets? My canopy roof has the same channels

[@explorebound]

Hey mate, those are the brackets that came with the tent (I just drilled a hole in them for use with my roof channels)

[@merv190]

Hi you did send a reply to me about my rooftop, but I can’t see it here. I was just going to say that mine is not like a kamper cover x 2. Can’t post a pic here of I’d show you it. cheers.

[@robbiecryer]

Thanks for sharing 👍😀

[@Tourn4x4]

You have the locking clasps upside down mate 👍

[@explorebound]

Hey mate, that's how it came installed from the manufacturer

[@catalystactual6491]

Do they only sell these in Australia

[@explorebound]

Yep! This one came from Vic Offroad

[@merv190]

Great review again , your the best going around IMHO. A major problem I see with that is the safety issues of standing or sitting on the thing to close it or leaning around the sides to tuck in the canvas. It looked very slippery in the rain. I have a completely different style of roof top tent , custom made , that flips over the back of my tray top camper like a camper trailer style. and gives you a covered area out the back and we have a full size double bed in it. Best there is and I get so many people asking where did you get it never seen one like that before.

[@JNDCreations]

How much is it? Or did I miss that part 😂?

[@rossholmes178]

According to the website...$2999!

[@Aetisdios]

Definitely on the smaller side

[@JasonR1998]

When are we going to see some camping/4WD trips rather than just product reviews?

[@Portyhouse]

Mate how many RTTs do you currently own 😂

[@BTBSean0]

if i cant leave all my bedding in there why bother?.....Bundutech still wins

[@einfelder8262]

Wow - a $6000++ beats a $3000 RTT. Who would have thought?

[@ianweal3081]

I can also concur, bundutop wins, irrespective of price difference, primarily it's the mechanism you pay for over the additional space to store bedding. I'm gobsmacked when I see couples pull up, Pop the rooftop tent, then unload the bedding from the car, make the bed, "what's the point I say". Obviously the drawback of this convenience is additional height, but that comprise is an easy choice knowing I release four catches, press a button and climb into a fully made bed in under one minute. Zero issues locating/assembling poles for internal frame, zero issues with straps flapping, zero issues with rain ingress thanks to 360° self erecting awning, but again thats the mechanism you pay for. After a comfy night's sleep (something about sleeping under canvas just makes a sleep more enticing for me), we make our bed up, place pillows (X3) in centre of bed, press down button, do a check all fabric within seal, press down again, fasten 4 over centre catches, we're packed down ready to explore. Doesn't come any simpler than that, yes, for a bit more money bundutop wins, hands down. Negative - We did however do away with original mattress as it was too firm and very heavy, chose a lighter option for comfort and weight reduction. Positives - total setup convenience. Internal roof mounted led light. 2 X roof mounted cooling fans included. In addition to that convenience I've added, Led switchable reading lights X 2. Led external light that's internally switched. Switched 12v electric blanket. Diesel heater, internally mounted. Yes, our bundutop is a comfy place to be irrespective of the climate. 4 catches, press a button, climb into bed, love it.

[@einfelder8262]

@@ianweal3081 Not everyone has your kind of money, fellah. Just be thankful others allow you to be gobsmacked. In fact, I would smack your gob myself give half a chance.

[@gregbishop610]

Good review, not like that other influencer with this item.

[@krump743]

Name the names mate which flog do I need to avoid. So far my list is explorelife, the couple who started of in a budget hikix then restored a cruiser and now have gone to a troopy cant rememebe their name but they are brandwhores too who do I need to watch out for lol

[@refinedimages2869]

What is the awning at 14:03

[@explorebound]

Hey mate that's a Tuff Terrain 'Rock Hard' awning 👍

[@jessemartin6461]

So many KZbin channels promote loading up the tub/ canopy to bypass roof load ratings. The roof load rating is primarily there to reduce the risk of rollover, this increased risk of rollover will still be there no matter if the load is on the canopy or the car itself.

[@PaulCoetserBalie]

JB espace. 65kg and can leave all bedding in there.

[@explorebound]

That's impressive! Is that all bedding including the pillows? What do those ones go for?

[@PaulCoetserBalie]

@@explorebound , Yes, 75mm mattrass, plus matrass topper, thick duvet and normal pillows in there. It is really very nice. The price is steep though. I paid $5000 for it in 2019. Made from fiberclass. Did a lot of offroading with it, and it is very strong and holding up nicely.