{"product_id":"basin-aluminum-hardshell-rooftop-tent","title":"Basin Aluminum Hardshell Rooftop Tent","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBasin Aluminum Hardshell Rooftop Tent\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Basin Aluminum Hardshell Rooftop Tent is a true hybrid RTT engineered for overlanders and adventure campers who refuse to compromise between space and durability. It combines a full aluminum alloy shell - top and bottom, no composites - with an expanded flat sleeping platform wide enough for two to three adults, delivering a livable interior in an ultra-slim, low-profile design. At just 135 pounds, it earns the title of the lightest full-platform aluminum hybrid rooftop tent in its class, sitting only 7.1 inches closed on your rack.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Inside, 53 inches of interior height when open, self-deploying panoramic windows, dimmable LED lighting, and a built-in power management system make the Basin feel less like a tent and more like a base camp. The 280g poly-cotton canvas carries a PU5000 waterproof rating, an integrated diesel heater port enables cold-weather use, and the whole setup deploys in about 30 seconds - making it one of the most capable and convenient rooftop tents available for serious off-road adventures.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Aluminum Alloy Shell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top and bottom construction - no composites, no shortcuts - built to handle washboard roads, mountain weather, and years of hard use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightest in Its Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 135 lbs, the Basin is the lightest full-platform aluminum hybrid RTT available, keeping your roof load low without sacrificing interior room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Dimensions (94.5 x 74.8 x 53.1 in):\u003c\/strong\u003e Spacious flat platform with full sitting headroom for campers up to 6'6\" tall, comfortably sleeping 2-3 adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Low Profile Closed (74.8 x 47.2 x 7.1 in):\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the slimmest closed profiles of any hardshell RTT on the market, minimizing aerodynamic drag on the road.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePU5000 Waterproof Canvas:\u003c\/strong\u003e 280g polyester-cotton blend canvas rated PU5000 - handles rain, snow, and sustained cold for true four-season camping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-Second Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release the latches, unfold the tent, and windows self-deploy. The 7.5 ft telescopic black ladder attaches via quick release for a fast, simple process every time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Power Management System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps devices charged and ready; includes dimmable LED lighting with multiple color modes, standard on every tent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Diesel Heater Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e Run a heater inside the tent without opening it - external zippers and internal tie-downs keep everything secure for cold-weather trips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-Inch Memory Foam Mattress:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-plush high-density memory foam with a washable cover, sized to the full platform floor - ships inside the tent and stays when packed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoof Rack, Awning, and Crossbar Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounts to any standard rack with the included universal hardware kit; optional crossbars carry bikes, traction boards, and rotopax directly on the shell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBasin Aluminum Hardshell Rooftop Tent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUltra-Plush Memory Foam Mattress\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCondensation Pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo Hanging Shoe\/Cargo Bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTelescopic Ladder (Ships Separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUniversal Mounting Hardware Kit (Ships Separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Basin is built for people who push further, stay longer, and expect their gear to keep up without complaint. Trusted by overlanders and adventure campers who demand real performance, it delivers the spacious comfort of a soft shell with the instant setup and long-term toughness of a full hardshell - a combination that few tents in any price range can match. The all-aluminum construction means no delamination, no composite failure, and no worrying about how it handles a rough forest service road at the end of a long drive. Wake up rested, do it again tomorrow - that's the promise the Basin is built to keep.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  With an active military and first responder discount available and a support team known for being genuinely responsive, buying the Basin is a smooth experience from order to campsite. Whether you're a weekend warrior fitting it to a RAM or a dedicated overlander running it season after season, the Basin is engineered for years of dependable, comfortable use at the end of every trail.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Product Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShell Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum alloy top and bottom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions Open\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e94.5 x 74.8 x 53.1 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions Closed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e74.8 x 47.2 x 7.1 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Installed Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.1 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCanvas Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e280g polyester-cotton blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWaterproof Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePU5000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e135 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLadder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 ft telescopic ladder (black)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eT-Channel Height (under tent)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.75 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccessory Channel on Top\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.44 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMattress\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-inch high-density memory foam with washable cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof rack, awning, and insulation liner compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSleeping Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3 adults (up to 6'6\" interior headroom)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo - mounts to roof rack using included hardware and a 13mm wrench; ladder ships separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips via freight; telescopic ladder and mounting hardware ship separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow much does the Basin Rooftop Tent weigh?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003e135 pounds, making it the lightest full-platform aluminum hybrid rooftop tent in its class. At 7.1 inches closed, it sits lower on your rack than virtually any competing hardshell RTT on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow many people can sleep in the Basin Rooftop Tent?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eTwo to three adults. The full-platform interior is flat edge to edge with full sitting headroom for campers up to 6'6\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Basin compatible with my roof rack?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The Basin mounts to any standard roof rack or crossbar system using the included universal hardware kit and a single 13mm wrench. It is also compatible with awnings and optional insulation liners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow long does the Basin take to set up?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eAbout 30 seconds. Attach the quick release ladder, release the latches, unfold the tent, and the windows will self-deploy. Pack-down is equally fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Basin a four-season rooftop tent?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The 280g poly-cotton canvas carries a PU5000 waterproof rating built for rain, snow, and sustained cold. The integrated diesel heater port lets you run a heater inside without opening the tent, and optional clip-in insulation is available for winter camping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the mattress like in the Basin?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe Basin includes a 2-inch high-density memory foam mattress with a washable cover, sized to the full platform floor. It ships inside the tent and stays there when packed - no fussing with it at the campsite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Basin have a diesel heater port?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The integrated diesel heater port lets you run a heater inside the tent with external zippers and internal tie-downs to keep everything secure and sealed against the elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Basin have onboard power?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The built-in power management system keeps devices charged. Dimmable LED lighting with multiple color modes is included standard on every Basin tent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I carry gear on top of the Basin?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. Optional crossbars mount directly to the shell to carry bikes, traction boards, rotopax, and cargo bags - no rack rebuild required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a military or first responder discount available?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. A discount is available for active and retired military members and first responders. Use the discount unlock option on the product page to access your savings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sterling Adventure Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57483181719857,"sku":"SAC-BASIN","price":2795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/IMG_3696.jpg?v=1794412263","url":"https:\/\/omahasportsandgames.com\/products\/basin-aluminum-hardshell-rooftop-tent","provider":"Omaha Sports \u0026 Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}