Oztent RX-5 Tent + Panel System & Floor - How to setup and pack away

[@Holodomor4.0]

There’s no doubt about it Ben you are definitely the face of snowys outdoors! Your video demonstrations and expertise in the huge field of camping equipment is second to none mate!

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Thanks for the kudos, Holodomor4.0. ~ Ben

[@helend222]

Excellent demonstration. Thank you.

[@SnowysOutdoors]

You're welcome. ~ Ben

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Heads Up! I mention in the video that the Oztent Awning Connector is compatible with the RX tents. This is an error as the zippers actually run in opposite directions. This means that you cannot connect two Oztent RX tents together, nor can you connect an RX tent to an RV tent. Sorry about any confusion we may have caused here. ~ Ben

[@leeross1147]

Can you join an RX5 to a Foxwing awning the same way you can with a tagalong?

[@SnowysOutdoors]

@@leeross1147 you can't unfortunately, the zippers run in opposite directions. ~ Ben

[@osamanaseeb9567]

Hi there, Thank you for the helpful tutorial on setting up and packing away the Oztent RX-5. Additionally, I'm wondering if there's any difference between the RX-5 and RV-5 models in terms of material and heat resistance. Any insights on this comparison would be greatly appreciated! Best regards,

[@SnowysOutdoors]

I'm glad you found the video useful. Regarding fabric differences, the RV range utilise an 8Oz polycotton canvas, whereas the RX series are made with Oztent's 'Modcan' canvas which is actually 100% synthetic but feels similar and is just as durable. I wouldn't recommend making the type of fabric a deciding factor for you, the features and price tags are going to be more beneficial in terms of making the tent right for you. ~ Ben

[@gmoriano]

Another awesome review. Can you please advise the dimensions and quality of fabric difference to the original rv5. I love our RV5 set up but this option with full front room looks like a good cause for upgrade but I want to ensure upside of quality, as for ten years I couldn’t be happier. And I still throw it up on the Ranger roof rack 👍

[@SnowysOutdoors]

The dimensions are exactly the same - essentially its the same tent, just made out of synthetic ripstop material that has been treated with fire retardants to meet safety standards in some countries. It has a skylight window, and a fully sealable annex room, which the RV doesn't have. The downside to this though is that the annex space is abit of an all or nothing situation. If you don't want to set up the full room, and maybe just want one awning wall as a wind break or for some privacy, it doesn't work aswell with the RX as the RV. Hope that helps. ~ Lauren

[@morimagic1105]

Thank you that’s great

[@viewsONTRENDING]

Hey Ben, I'll give you a race one day, quickest to setup the rx-5, I'm going for the world record..actually sounds like a New sport

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Sounds like a plan! Tent set up could legit be an olympic sport. ~ Lauren

[@samuel70911]

Can it fit in a tub of a ute?

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Depends how big the tub of your ute is! You can find the tent dimensions here: www.snowys.com.au/rx-5-touring-tent ~ Lauren

[@nicksiberian6212]

Hi! Is the bag waterproof? I mean, if I put this tent on the roofracks, should I cover it or the bag itself will keep it dry? thank you!

[@SnowysOutdoors]

The material is waterproof, Nick, but water can get in through the seams and zipper. Any water that does get inside it will only be wetting the exterior of the tent anyway. I have transported my RV5 through some pretty heavy rains with minimal water ingress. As the bag becomes old it leaks more though. ~ Ben

[@nicksiberian6212]

@@SnowysOutdoors Awesome, thanks Ben!

[@2UZFE]

I need a beer after all that :)

[@Sausage_army]

Does the RX5 need a floor saver?

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Id doesn't necessarily need one, but if you are consistently using any tent on hard, rough ground, then a floor saver will prolong the life of the floor. If you do decide to use one you can use an RV5 mesh floor saver for the RX5 tent, or a generic tarp or two to laid underneath will also do the trick. ~ Ben

[@litote9]

Is there a way of collecting rainwater off the roof? Channeling it somehow in to a container?

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Oztent do have an awning connector that has a gutter and down pipe, Presque, but this is for the RV tents, not the RX tents. There isn't anything readily available to collect rainwater from the RX tents, sorry. ~ Ben

[@lorenniwa1984]

Could I use the awning poles on my Colman Instant up 6 person tent, gold series to stabilise the side awning?

[@SnowysOutdoors]

I'm not sure what you mean by the side awning sorry, Loren. There's no reason why you couldn't use the awning poles from your Instant Up tents, but hey are a fixed length and not as strong as the Oztent poles which may cause some limitations. I hope this is useful. ~ Ben

[@lorenniwa1984]

Thanks for your reply Ben. My friend and I have the same tent....6 person instant tent.....and we were hoping to create a large seating area utilising both awnings and we liked the idea of the twist lock poles and spreader bars but we are also looking at a tarp covered area between our tents instead using twist lock poles

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Ah, I see what you mean, Loren - you want to use the Oztent twist lock poles on your Coleman Tent, my mind had your question the other way around. You can use any awning poles with any tents really, the eyelets are usually the same size. A twist lock pole gives you more versatility in height adjustment and a spreader bar adds stability. I don't believe there are velcro tabs on the Instant Up tents to go around the spreader pole so it may flap around a little in the centre but you will be able to tighten it up with the spreader. You can see our range of poles and parts on our website here - www.snowys.com.au/tent-accessories. ~ Ben

[@lorenniwa1984]

Snowys Outdoors fantastic Ben, thank you

[@jamesleicher]

can you hook 2 rx5 tents together?

[@SnowysOutdoors]

I thought you could, but I questioned myself and made some inquiries before responding to you, James. When we shot the video we were under the impression that the Oztent Awning Connector was compatible, hence why we mention this in the video. We need to fix this up though as the zips actually run in different directions to the RV tents, meaning the awning connector is not compatible, and you cannot join two RX tents together. You can just set them up closely, but you'll always have a little gap between the awnings. ~ Ben

[@jamesleicher]

@@SnowysOutdoors so its just the rv5 can be joined?

[@tugboat8475]

Rx series is great, but the awning room is so much work to do as in set up. Why dots they have 2 RX5s in the one bag and join them together or similar. They designed a fast an easy tent for set up, but made it hard with an extension. Ouch

[@SnowysOutdoors]

I think its for flexibility. Its fairly common for annex rooms and walls to pack separate to the to main tent. You may not always want to take all the accessories with you. ~ Lauren

[@SnowysOutdoors]

It is a bit of mucking about, you wouldn't want to be setting it up on a nightly basis. Good as a basecamp for a week or so though. ~ Ben

[@rhonamocke6527]

Is it water proof

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Yep, it sure is. Head to our website for a breakdown of the waterhead rating specs: www.snowys.com.au/rx-5-touring-tent ~ Lauren

[@rhonamocke6527]

@@SnowysOutdoors thanks Lauren

[@Cedo2]

Anyone knows if rx5 living room will fit rv5 tent

[@SnowysOutdoors]

It wont @Kokolo, they have different attachment hardware and opposing zips. ~ Lauren

[@MrWinger1951]

Does Oztent have any plans to produce a RX-2 or RX-3?

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Not sure about that sorry, MrWinger1951. If they do, we certainly don't know about it. ~ Ben

[@Gabriel-ps3cz]

There’s a limited edition called JV Signature series. Practically all the RX series were built on this concept. www.snowys.com.au/jv-signature-series-touring-tent

[@chrishyland9585]

There's a Oztent RV 3

[@d0py]

You can't use a awning connecter as the zips are the wrong way round for it. I bought one thinking I could attach it and no go

[@SnowysOutdoors]

I think you might be right, Dean. I'm not sure what the reason for this is but Oztent has made the zipper orientation on the RX tents different than the RV tents. I'm just going to cross check this with Oztent to make sure I'm not missing anything but we may need to make a correction here. I'll post an update here asap. ~ Ben

[@daulatsinghrathore5423]

What is price in Indian currency

[@SnowysOutdoors]

We don't ship to India sorry, Daulat. Just for the record though, the current RX5 price equates to a little over 98000 Indian Rupee. ~ Ben

[@rodrickewing4824]

Surely there is a way to make it smaller... You need the full length of a vehicle or a bus to log that thing around

[@SnowysOutdoors]

Yeh, but in my opinion the packed length is the only down side, Rodrick. Other brands have tried to make the packed length smaller with different tents, but it usually involved more brackets which can be a point of failure, and the packed dimensions go from being long and skinny to short and fat. Ideally you need a roof rack to cart these around. ~ Ben

[@gez7795]

Drifta does a roof rack checker plate tray especially for this tent. I bought one and it works perfectly. I've got a family SUV not big at all.

[@LauDuKai]

Why not just buy a Blackwolf turbo tent? Adding all that stuff defeats the what makes the Oztent great... Speed of setup.

[@SnowysOutdoors]

This is a common question raised by people in the market for a touring tent, LauDuKai. It comes down to personal preference in the end. ~ Ben

[@clintang84]

Not even close … Blackwolf Turbo is much more involved. Too many poles for the main tent!

[@hhsnhhhd5320]

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[@Blagger3000]

Lovely looking tent but so many bits and pieces, poles, ties, cords, walls, floor etc. too much buggering about. Get an inflatable, whole thing is up in 10 mins while you have a beer.

[@SnowysOutdoors]

There are a lot of bits and pieces to Oztent RV and RX tents, but they have a solid reputation of being a durable and sturdy touring tent. ~ Ben

[@astondriver]

Still far too large and too heavy packed. Not even baggage handlers are allowed to one-man lift that on your truck roof.

[@quedecree]

I only have to get mine into the back of the ute, but I find a kayak trolley strapped to the bag makes life much easier.

[@clintang84]

Stay at home if you can’t lift it then Princess