{"id":53330,"date":"2025-04-30T01:59:26","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T01:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/?p=53330"},"modified":"2025-06-12T17:05:46","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T17:05:46","slug":"how-to-open-and-close-a-rooftop-tent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/de\/blog\/how-to-open-and-close-a-rooftop-tent\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Open and Close a Rooftop Tent"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-1295fce\" data-block-id=\"1295fce\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\">James Baroud rooftop tents are favored for their ease of use, robust build, and convenience for travelers and adventurers. However, even seasoned campers occasionally encounter minor challenges with opening and closing their tents. This guide distills practical insights to optimize your tent setup and takedown, gathered from recent manuals, user experiences, and expert tips.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/de\/blog\/how-to-open-and-close-a-rooftop-tent\/#The_Basics\" >The Basics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/de\/blog\/how-to-open-and-close-a-rooftop-tent\/#Evolution_Series\" >Evolution Series<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/de\/blog\/how-to-open-and-close-a-rooftop-tent\/#Odyssey_and_Nova\" >Odyssey and Nova<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/de\/blog\/how-to-open-and-close-a-rooftop-tent\/#Questions\" >Questions?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-54175fb\" data-block-id=\"54175fb\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\"><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-8678042\" id=\"the-basics\" data-block-id=\"8678042\"><style>.stk-8678042 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:32px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-8678042 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:32px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width: 767px){.stk-8678042 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:25px !important;}}<\/style><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Basics\"><\/span>The Basics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-6e8ef0a\" data-block-id=\"6e8ef0a\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\"><strong>Park Level.<\/strong> A flat surface is essential\u2014not only does this ensure comfort, but it also prevents undue strain on the gas struts and tent hinges. Uneven ground can make setup difficult and lead to premature wear on hardware components.<br><br><strong>Check Clearances.<\/strong> Confirm there\u2019s enough overhead clearance to avoid branches or obstacles. Many first-time users underestimate the tent\u2019s height once fully expanded.<br><br><strong>Engage Vehicle Brakes. <\/strong>Secure the vehicle with brakes engaged to avoid unintended shifting when climbing in or out.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-stackable-blockquote stk-block-blockquote stk-block stk-ced85a3 stk-block-background is-style-default\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"ced85a3\"><style>.stk-ced85a3 {box-shadow:none !important;padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"has-text-align-left stk-block-blockquote__content stk-container stk-ced85a3-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-7d9f348\" data-block-id=\"7d9f348\"><style>.stk-7d9f348 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-7d9f348 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:#000000b5 !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-7d9f348\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-7-d-9-f-348-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-7-d-9-f-348-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M20 424.229h20V279.771H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20V212c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20h112c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20v212.229h20c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20V492c0 11.046-8.954 20-20 20H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20v-47.771c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20zM96 0C56.235 0 24 32.235 24 72s32.235 72 72 72 72-32.235 72-72S135.764 0 96 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-9ad1ea0\" data-block-id=\"9ad1ea0\"><style>.stk-9ad1ea0 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-9ad1ea0 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}}<\/style><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\"><strong>PRO-TIP: <\/strong> The order in which you open\/close the tent latches is critical. During opening, make sure to pop the rear\/back latches first, then move to the front. Reverse that order for closing by starting from the front, and moving to the back after that. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-stackable-blockquote stk-block-blockquote stk-block stk-3889e1a stk-block-background is-style-default\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"3889e1a\"><style>.stk-3889e1a {box-shadow:none !important;padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"has-text-align-left stk-block-blockquote__content stk-container stk-3889e1a-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-eedfed7\" data-block-id=\"eedfed7\"><style>.stk-eedfed7 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-eedfed7 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:#000000b5 !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-eedfed7\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-eedfed-7-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-eedfed-7-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M20 424.229h20V279.771H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20V212c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20h112c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20v212.229h20c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20V492c0 11.046-8.954 20-20 20H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20v-47.771c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20zM96 0C56.235 0 24 32.235 24 72s32.235 72 72 72 72-32.235 72-72S135.764 0 96 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-8b25de3\" data-block-id=\"8b25de3\"><style>.stk-8b25de3 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-8b25de3 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}}<\/style><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\"><strong>PRO-TIP: <\/strong> The tent walls also offer structural support. As such, if all doors and windows are open, the tent is less stable from front to back movements. When closing, it is recommended that you close all windows 100% and close your doors roughly to 75% (roughly where the fabric and the net meet). This will provide support, while leaving an opening for air to flow out. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-stackable-blockquote stk-block-blockquote stk-block stk-6178c87 stk-block-background is-style-default\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"6178c87\"><style>.stk-6178c87 {box-shadow:none !important;padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"has-text-align-left stk-block-blockquote__content stk-container stk-6178c87-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-ff92823\" data-block-id=\"ff92823\"><style>.stk-ff92823 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-ff92823 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:#000000b5 !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-ff92823\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-ff-92823-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-ff-92823-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M20 424.229h20V279.771H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20V212c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20h112c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20v212.229h20c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20V492c0 11.046-8.954 20-20 20H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20v-47.771c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20zM96 0C56.235 0 24 32.235 24 72s32.235 72 72 72 72-32.235 72-72S135.764 0 96 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-48c1f20\" data-block-id=\"48c1f20\"><style>.stk-48c1f20 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-48c1f20 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}}<\/style><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\"><strong>PRO-TIP: <\/strong> There are scenarios in which the rooftop tent is carrying more weight than expected. For example, when snow is present on top of the tent. Or in the case of the Grand Raid, when a lot of weight is present on the luggage bags. In these scenarios, you might have to gently push up the top of the tent in order to overcome that weight and help the opening mechanism do its job.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-367e8d1\" id=\"evolution-series\" data-block-id=\"367e8d1\"><style>.stk-367e8d1 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:32px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-367e8d1 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:32px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width: 767px){.stk-367e8d1 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:25px !important;}}<\/style><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_Series\"><\/span>Evolution Series<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-e202cea\" data-block-id=\"e202cea\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\">Our James Baroud Evolution Series includes four models: <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/evasion\/\">Evasion<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/space\">Space<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/discovery\/\">Discovery<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/grand-raid\/\">Grand Raid<\/a>. These feature fiberglass shells and are designed for durability and ease of use. <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/blog\/customized-rooftop-tents-in-over-200-colors\/\">They are also available in over 200 custom colors<\/a>. These <strong>tents utilize a system of hydraulic dampers and articulated arms that assist with opening<\/strong> and provide tension to the fabric for superior wind resistance. The videos below show you how to open and close these tents. And we&#8217;ve added pro tips below for you to check out. For more detailed information, check out the<a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/James-Baroud-User-Guide-Evasion-Grand-Raid-v3.1.2-single-pages.pdf\"> Evasion\/Grand Raid Manual<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/James-Baroud-User-Guide-Discovery-v2.2.2-single-pages.pdf\">Discovery Manual<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/space\">Space Manual<\/a>. <\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-stackable-blockquote stk-block-blockquote stk-block stk-e0065f3 stk-block-background is-style-default\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"e0065f3\"><style>.stk-e0065f3 {box-shadow:none !important;padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"has-text-align-left stk-block-blockquote__content stk-container stk-e0065f3-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-dc4a0f7\" data-block-id=\"dc4a0f7\"><style>.stk-dc4a0f7 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-dc4a0f7 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:#000000b5 !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-dc4a0f7\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-dc-4-a-0-f-7-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-dc-4-a-0-f-7-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M20 424.229h20V279.771H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20V212c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20h112c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20v212.229h20c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20V492c0 11.046-8.954 20-20 20H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20v-47.771c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20zM96 0C56.235 0 24 32.235 24 72s32.235 72 72 72 72-32.235 72-72S135.764 0 96 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-c401aa7\" data-block-id=\"c401aa7\"><style>.stk-c401aa7 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-c401aa7 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}}<\/style><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\"><strong>PRO-TIP: <\/strong> One of the hassles of closing rooftop tents is bringing all the fabric inside. But in our Evolution series tents, you can save yourself trouble by taking three actions. First, when you&#8217;re closing the front of the tent, make sure to pull straight down as opposed to pulling towards you as this will help the fabric gravitate towards the inside. Second, on the sides of the tent, make the fabric goes above the tent arms (not below as that may pinch the fabric and create resistance). Third, closing the rear\/back of the tent slowly will avoid pushing air out and keep the fabric inside. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-stackable-blockquote stk-block-blockquote stk-block stk-83ce2ab stk-block-background is-style-default\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"83ce2ab\"><style>.stk-83ce2ab {box-shadow:none !important;padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"has-text-align-left stk-block-blockquote__content stk-container stk-83ce2ab-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-117ff9c\" data-block-id=\"117ff9c\"><style>.stk-117ff9c .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-117ff9c .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:#000000b5 !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-117ff9c\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-117-ff-9-c-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-117-ff-9-c-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M20 424.229h20V279.771H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20V212c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20h112c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20v212.229h20c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20V492c0 11.046-8.954 20-20 20H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20v-47.771c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20zM96 0C56.235 0 24 32.235 24 72s32.235 72 72 72 72-32.235 72-72S135.764 0 96 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-b1b045a\" data-block-id=\"b1b045a\"><style>.stk-b1b045a .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-b1b045a .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}}<\/style><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\"><strong>PRO-TIP: <\/strong> If you encounter resistance when closing the rooftop tent, you may be obstructed by an item inside the tent. Open it back up, make sure nothing is in the way of the arms, and try to close it again.   <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"JAMES BAROUD: SPACE XL + CLASSIC AWNING SETUP AND PACKING DOWN\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KyV2byH-nnU?start=50&#038;feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open and close walkthrough for <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/space\/\">James Baroud Space XL<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/awnings\/classic-awning\/\">Classic Awning<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"James Baroud Rooftop Tent setup on Jeep Gladiator - my new Home on Wheels\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oR508vjJZtU?start=124&#038;feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open and close walkthrough for <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/evasion\/\">James Baroud Evasion<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-2119a9e\" id=\"odyssey-and-nova\" data-block-id=\"2119a9e\"><style>.stk-2119a9e .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:32px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-2119a9e .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:32px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width: 767px){.stk-2119a9e .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:25px !important;}}<\/style><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Odyssey_and_Nova\"><\/span>Odyssey and Nova<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-20faa2e\" data-block-id=\"20faa2e\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\">Now let\u2019s turn our attention to these two rooftop tent models, <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/odyssey\/\">James Baroud Odyssey<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/nova\/\">James Baroud Nova<\/a>. The Frontier Series features a durable shell constructed from a<strong> thick ABS with a protective UV coating<\/strong>. This combination of materials ensures exceptional strength and longevity, making these an ideal choice for rugged overlanding expeditions. In terms of fabric, the Frontier Series Odyssey tents <strong>boast a soundproof and blackout fabric, creating a serene and peaceful sleeping environment<\/strong>. This fabric not only blocks out external noise but also effectively eliminates light, allowing for a restful night\u2019s sleep even in bright or noisy surroundings. <br><br>The <strong>Nova is the easiest tent to open and close due to both the shape<\/strong> \u2013 the wedge design makes it so only the rear of the tent need to be opened and closed \u2013 and the Frontier latches \u2013 made from a strong polymer without the Evolution spring-lock mechanism.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-stackable-blockquote stk-block-blockquote stk-block stk-4685f82 stk-block-background is-style-default\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"4685f82\"><style>.stk-4685f82 {box-shadow:none !important;padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"has-text-align-left stk-block-blockquote__content stk-container stk-4685f82-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-26c95b9\" data-block-id=\"26c95b9\"><style>.stk-26c95b9 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-26c95b9 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:#000000b5 !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-26c95b9\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-26-c-95-b-9-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-26-c-95-b-9-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M20 424.229h20V279.771H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20V212c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20h112c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20v212.229h20c11.046 0 20 8.954 20 20V492c0 11.046-8.954 20-20 20H20c-11.046 0-20-8.954-20-20v-47.771c0-11.046 8.954-20 20-20zM96 0C56.235 0 24 32.235 24 72s32.235 72 72 72 72-32.235 72-72S135.764 0 96 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-58252f5\" data-block-id=\"58252f5\"><style>.stk-58252f5 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}@media screen and (max-width: 1023px){.stk-58252f5 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:16px !important;}}<\/style><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\"><strong>PRO-TIP: <\/strong>If you encounter challenges closing these two tent models and you&#8217;re not hearing the &#8222;click&#8220;, you might have to adjust the arm knob. While this comes already pre-set from the factory, we have seen scenarios in which adjustments are needed. You can check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/James-Baroud-User-Guide-Odyssey-v2.5-single-pages.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOoqFGHDq3OlU-XU6U0PY1-OK1nSHFtkIX05O7TaFVta1fMfu5o4D&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Odyssey manual <\/a>for more detail. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"6 Month REVIEW | James Baroud Odyssey Roof Top Tent | BEST RTT?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/G7Nbrvnvwts?start=296&#038;feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open and close walkthrough for <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/evasion\/\">James Baroud Odyssey<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dieses Dachzelt ist BESSER als je zuvor! | James Baroud Odyssey Dachzelt Update\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/F9BFPzb2zz8?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open and close walkthrough for <a href=\"https:\/\/jamesbaroud.com\/rooftop-tents\/evasion\/\">James Baroud Odyssey<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-call-to-action stk-block-call-to-action stk-block stk-96cfa62 wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"96cfa62\"><style>.stk-96cfa62 {margin-bottom:100px !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-block-call-to-action__content stk-content-align stk-96cfa62-column stk-container stk-96cfa62-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-96cfa62-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-01d66e3\" id=\"questions\" data-block-id=\"01d66e3\"><style>.stk-01d66e3 {margin-top:24px !important;margin-bottom:24px !important;}<\/style><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Questions\"><\/span>Questions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-ca96c42\" data-block-id=\"ca96c42\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\">We know customers have many questions about opening and closing your rooftop tent. 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