NEW iKamper Skycamp Mini! Install on Subaru Outback with Prinsu Roof Rack

[@JohnBowen-fe3jb]

Thank you for this video! Yesterday we installed a Skycamp 3.0 on a Prinsu rack on a 200 series Land Cruiser. The idea of removing the crossbars from the rack, installing on the tent then mounting it all on the rack is priceless. Thanks for sharing with us. Likely saved us hours of troubles.

[@4XPEDITION]

That is awesome!

[@BlackLabelGarage]

The ikamper Mini fits perfectly on the rack! The rig looks great Scott! Happy to help and look to the future projects!

[@4XPEDITION]

Thanks again, Matt!

[@jakeclouts]

I just bought a 2018 2.5 premium in October and I gotta say man…AMAZING videos. You’ve made a future for overlander for sure outta me. This looks incredible! Hailing from Maine, keep on keepin’ on homie!

[@4XPEDITION]

Glad you like them, Jake! You should consider joining TEAM 4X. We have members on the east coast. You get a pretty sweet kit in the mail with swag and gear for your Outback. Check it out at 4xpedition.com/join/

[@robertrhode6104]

Looks beautiful, will do everything you want to do for 90 percent of what you do. Go anywhere you want, since we are not rock climbing. Thanks guys.

[@4XPEDITION]

It really will!

[@ipesdiary4314]

The great South Korean company right there!

[@richardburguillos3118]

Looks great... I have to look back but I don’t remember you doing a lay down inside to give us an idea how much room for another person and possibly a little gear above head or beside two people. I check their site and it looks like they do offer an awning but not an enclosure. They do offer locks for the mounts but you have another challenge as they could just unscrew your rack rails and take the tent, mounts and rails in one package. The rack team needs to come up with a way to cover and lock down those mounting screws. Or possibly you could make it harder using a special security screw that requires a special tool typically people would not have. It sure does look good on that new rack. Thanks for sharing the install.

[@4XPEDITION]

The rest of that trip out to Bartlett Lake is in the next Adventurer episode releasing this upcoming week -- I do a lay down in it in that episode. Stay tuned Richard! Thanks for watching!

[@JJKHaywood]

Nice gear, Impressed by the fitment.

[@4XPEDITION]

Me too

[@NemeanLion-]

10:50 I’m just thinking out loud, but wouldn’t it be interesting if ikamper sold models with a trapdoor in the floor to exit into a vehicles sunroof or onto your flatbed if you have a pickup truck? I don’t know if there are many practical uses for it, but I imagine kids would enjoy climbing up and down through a hole in the floor.

[@4XPEDITION]

I’ve heard someone else talking about doing that recently.

[@derwinjax]

If I decide to get an Outback, I am definitely going to look into the Prinsu rack.

[@4XPEDITION]

Ya. The install is a bit of a process (you can watch that here > kzbin.info/www/bejne/enq6gJ1ortWpn9k ) but it is worth it.

[@adamsmeltzer2664]

3:28 nick.kicks dude. Always loved the old-school Adidas

[@4XPEDITION]

lol.

[@NiGHTSChao689]

So jealous of your entire setup! I hope one day I get to have that rack and camper for my outback!

[@4XPEDITION]

I just passed this rig on to my 21 year old son! How about that?! Let's wait and see what I do next.

[@NiGHTSChao689]

@@4XPEDITION Aw dang! Any idea what you'll do next? Just saying, the 2020+ Outback XT is amazing.

[@fpartidafpartida]

Can you do a vid on your spear tire carrier?

[@4XPEDITION]

I don't think I will do a specific video on it but I do have two Subaru walk around videos where I talk about it. Look for the 3 year review video.

[@squizzyt8698]

Great presentation, appreciate your efforts! Happy adventures mate!!

[@4XPEDITION]

Thanks!

[@ABSVabeautifulsunsetvlog]

So you ever wish you had instilled it further back in order to still have a little of the sunroof available?

[@4XPEDITION]

You can’t do that. The rack mounts to specific points on the roof. If you mean the tent, I could have put it toward the back and leave the front open but that pushes more weight to the rear of the wheel base where the rest of the gear is stored and puts autumnal strain on the rear axle.

[@ABSVabeautifulsunsetvlog]

4XPEDITION yeah I meant the tent. I think for me the dilemma will be do I want to give up my sunroof? But you’re right about the weight distribution, so great food for thought. Thanks Scott.

[@stevescramo592]

Can you attach a rooftop tent on the new Outback Wilderness without the need for crossbars by using the four points under those copper covers??

[@4XPEDITION]

Yes. Take a look at my article about the Wilderness. 4xpedition.com/overland-subaru-outback-wilderness/

[@xColter]

Can I just add a ikamper onto my thule roof rack?

[@4XPEDITION]

Yes.

[@rangersmith4652]

Your 3.6R looks great with the new rack. Very expensive, but I guess compared to a mini pull behind or the hassle of a freestanding tent of the same size and quality, not so bad. You could rig a pulley system and store the unit on the ceiling of your garage where it can just be raised and lowered into place as needed.

[@4XPEDITION]

Yes, correct. I have one of those.

[@bluejeans8001]

This Model/size most definitely looks much better. Gone is the “too big” but going to make it work look.👍👍👍

[@4XPEDITION]

Exactly. The Mini is so much better fit.

[@Cookies205]

first time really watching your vids. Thank you for the content! And man, those K02's seem to add some road noise vs an all-weather tire

[@4XPEDITION]

You ain't kidding.

[@johnchen3]

Awesome video. Would love to get a 4X patch on my 4Runner and a hat for my adventures.

[@4XPEDITION]

We have hats! I haven't put them on the site yet. I will get that done asap. I am working on a series of patches also. We do have available T-Shirts on our Tee Spring site at teespring.com/en-GB/stores/4xpedition

[@johnchen3]

4XPEDITION thanks. Looking to do a trip from Southern California to Phoenix area. Do you have any recs along the way for a nice hike or some camping??

[@4XPEDITION]

@@johnchen3 I absolutely adore Joshua Tree National Park. Watch my video on that. Otherwise, anything west of Phoenix is a bit sparse. ONce in Phoenix (north and south) there is a ton of hiking.

[@toddheidenreich3866]

How difficult was the Prinsu installation? Removing the OE rails? I’m probably going to trade my ‘16 Outback in for a 2021 Outback Limited XT. This rack upgrade is something I’d seriously look into doing.

[@4XPEDITION]

If you look at the 4XPEDITION Gear Guide playlist you will see I posted a video this past Monday with a full walkthrough of the Prinsu INstall. Here is a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/enq6gJ1ortWpn9k I really think it is a great setup.

[@williamheuman2994]

Thanks for this video. I believe I saw your portypot with the ack handle. Could you tell me what you think of it and what is the make and model. Thanks

[@4XPEDITION]

hi Bill. Not sure I understand your question. You talking about my portable toilet?

[@williamheuman2994]

@@4XPEDITION sorry about that, yes I was very interested in the toilet make and model. As well I wonder if you could tell us your experience with it and where you picked it up? Thanks so much and be well.

[@RicardoRoams]

This is a great video! Answered all the questions I ever had about roof top tents. This particular tent looks great! My only problem is the same old problem I have with most roof top tents. And that is the price. I simply will not pay $3500 for a tent that will be used maybe a dozen times a year. . I'll just keep using my ground tent.

[@4XPEDITION]

I can understand that. I use mine two to three times a month year round.

[@es0terra]

Scott ...if you camp 2-3 times a month...let’s say an average of two nights per camp out....your looking at and average of 72 nights spent in the tent per year. At $3500, it costs you $48.61 per night....thefirst year. Far better cost than a hotel room. And let’s say you use the skycamp mini for 5 years, averaging 360 total nights....your cost per night drops down to ONLY $9.72 per night! AMAZING COST SAVINGS!!!! That sure beats getting mauled by a grizzly or a mountain lion at night while sleeping in a tent on the ground. 😉😉

[@4XPEDITION]

@@es0terra hahah! Any number beats being a midnight snack to a griz. It really is a good investment if you ask me. Other than backpacking I have no plans to sleep in a tent on the ground anymore. I like how you think, Chris!

[@JimEdds]

What is it difficult to install that new roof rack on your Subaru outback?

[@4XPEDITION]

Hi Jim. I have a whole install video on my channel. Look for that under the Gear Guide Playlist. I walk you through the whole thing.

[@Brent.larson]

Do you get alot of condensation is a mat worth it?

[@4XPEDITION]

I get none but I live in the desert so not really an issue here. But, I think the solutions people post on the iKamper Community on Facebook are some great options. Join the community and do a search on the main page for condensation. You will find all sorts of solutions.

[@gabrielmagister6072]

Thank you for your videos, they are truly inspiring. About your original 4 person Skycamp --if you were to sit on the corner of the floor section that is supported by the ladder, would this break the tent?

[@4XPEDITION]

The entire flip out half of the tent is supported by the ladder. Very strong.

[@4XPEDITION]

And thank you for the kind comments Gabriel.

[@hughwolfe1176]

Scott the new model iKamper looks so much more integrated than the first model you had… I’ll agree it is an expensive part of your adventure equipment, but the alternative of a tent etc is cumbersome and motel rooms are simply throwing money away needlessly.

[@4XPEDITION]

It made a world of difference switching to the mini with the Prinsu Rack.

[@MrFlabberface]

Hey Scott, you have some great videos and made the decision to go forward with purchasing a standard Prinsu for my 2017 Forester XT after seeing your setup. Will likely be moving forward with the iKamper mini as well in Jan. So my question pertains to how much cargo space you have left on top of the rack, behind the iKamper? Could you fit a 2 gallon Rotopax can up there? I also have a Wilco hitch and could mount it there like you have it on your OB but I have serious concerns about the lack of tongue weight support with the Forester- 150 lbs max according to Subaru.

[@4XPEDITION]

I can realistically keep a set of short traction boards and a single pelican case up there. So, absolutley you can keep rotopax. I push my tent toward the front of the rack and keep the back area open for that kind of gear because it moves the weight toward the center of the vehicle.

[@MrFlabberface]

4XPEDITION Yep that’s great info. Another question occurred to me to ask you. I saw that you use two expeds side by side, but from the dimensions I’ve seen for those and the iKamper mini, they seem wider together than the area of the part of the mini’s platform that folds out. Any issues with fitment of those? Also looked at the exped duo and Sea to Summit’s comfort plus but both dimensions seem wider than that area allows. Thanks again for your quick reply!

[@matoner3242]

Rad. I have the Prinsu on MY17 3.6R as well. This mini is fantastic. How many lbs is it? Thanks for the video

[@4XPEDITION]

I’d say it is about 125lb. It’s definitely lighter than the 4-person tent

[@stevendenham3173]

I’ve followed your channel for a bit now and have just recently purchased an outback after far too long of wanting one. I’ve taken an interest in the rooftop tents and I’m curious as to what issues you’ve had with the ones you have. Thank You

[@4XPEDITION]

Hi Steven! Good for you on the Subi! Well, I really have had no issues other than on my Skycamp 4-person I used to have on one occassion had a small roof leak but then I came to find out that it was my fault. There is a waterproof flap along the roofline that I had bunched up and wasn't doing its job. Since that time I have had no problems with either tent.

[@MrGlexin]

What’s roof load rating on your car? Thanks

[@4XPEDITION]

Enough to support everything I put on it.

[@futbol1972]

Is tje ikamper permanently attached to the car, how can I lock it so they won't steal it? I live my hybrid xle rav 4 park outside all thr time even at night time in driveway and also work in a rough neighborhood:(

[@4XPEDITION]

No it is not. It can be remoed from the rack. iKamper provides a locking mechagnism that locks the tent to the cross bar.

[@gj0628]

Looks awesome Scott awesome videos and set up. Are you selling your old ikamper

[@4XPEDITION]

Not at this time. I’ve got some plans for that one to either put it on a trailer or the back of a pickup truck

[@gj0628]

4XPEDITION ok nice can’t wait to see how that will turn out.

[@jaimeburgos7024]

Hi, thanks for you videos. I want to known if I i can put ikamper on subaru outback 2021 touring model with intergrated croosbar that swings to the other side Sorry for my english

[@4XPEDITION]

Unless you purchased a Wilderness addition I would not use the factory crossbars. He will have to mount an aftermarket roof rack of some kind. Check out my video called three-year review walk around. It talks about the aftermarket rack that I put on before the Prinsu.

[@jonnyfish76]

Will that rack fit on a 2020 Outback? I'm assuming it would but ya know.....

[@4XPEDITION]

If you are referring to the iKamper (without) the Prinsu Rack I would say absolutely. Not sure if the Prinsu rack bolts would match the 2020 mounting holes on the roof. But note, you can use this tent with the factory rails.

[@DJ99777]

Wonder if I could shove one on my Forester.

[@4XPEDITION]

Yes. For sure.

[@DJ99777]

@@4XPEDITION I’m gonna try and accomplish it in the new year. I’ve called a few places. I’m down in Australia. Some of the suppliers are pretty hopeless but I reckon I’ll be able to get something sorted. 😊

[@jasonw820]

Looks like a suitcase on your roof

[@4XPEDITION]

Pretty stelth, honestly.

[@ruready4adventure743]

Man with 4 mustaches says... Hey Scott! I’m interested in the iKamper light for my Rubicon. Into meeting up and sharing ideas on Boondocking? The girlfriend and I will be at Outdoor Expo in Flagstaff this coming May 2021. You going? Hope to see more rooftop options. At this time the iKamper is at top of the list. And... #JesusisLord

[@4XPEDITION]

Don’t think I’ll be at expo in May. I’ve been going for years and years. You should definitely consider the IKamper mini. I do have an affiliate link you should use when buying if you want to help out my channel. Always welcome meetups!

[@neomis0119]

I have a question, that’s the prinsu with the led cutout? So if I wanted the prinsu with led cutout, in say California, do they make a cover for the lights? , because I believe it’s not allowed or has to be covered on main roads(only uncovered offroad) can anyone confirm this? And does anyone know of a good semi permanent cover? as it will mostly be covered except a few times a year.

[@4XPEDITION]

I think it would be a matter of finding a LED strip that includes a cover. KC has always made stuff like that. Look into them.

[@MeguVusion]

I want one

[@4XPEDITION]

I don't think you will be disappointed.

[@MeguVusion]

4XPEDITION I just got a 2017 3.6R Outback! I want to do what you’ve done to your Outback.

[@4XPEDITION]

@@MeguVusion Awesome, Phil. If you are in AZ Matt and I are offering services to help get it all rigged up. The 3.6R is really a great choice as far as pep with all the aftermarket parts and gear loaded.

[@cvonpete]

Curious if you guys know if a full size spare, I.e., BFG-AT tire on black rhino boxers would fit inside the new Outback XT Onyx that fits a full size spare?

[@4XPEDITION]

That I do not know. But it is a great question in an effort to cut down on the swing-out tire arm weight on the rear.

[@davidpark6165]

Even though you lock it. They can just unscrew the bolts that hold the cross bars on the side on the prinsu. Pointless.

[@4XPEDITION]

Hi Dave. This is why I have put locking bolts on the Prinsu rack. Less pointless.

[@davidpark6165]

@@4XPEDITION Can you send a link to the locking bolts you use for the prinsu?

[@sworks7124]

Just buy a truck why torture yourself using a Subaru.

[@4XPEDITION]

Loved the Subi. Also have a Ram Rebel 4x4