I like seeing y’all spend that very special time together. That’s really what this is all about, quality time either alone with ourselves or connecting with friends and family. It was touching.
Great job Miguel and Dad! I love this style of video. I think it makes your adventure and Overlanding more realistic. I also like it when we get a little bit of backstory which helps us understand that you didn't start here with an expensive looking rig but that it has been a process of learning what works for you and over time investing in the things that work. Mixing it up with the conservation of our wild camping areas by encouraging others to use the equipment available now to preserve the environment - a tree - really speaks to your OB principals! You and Cory know that you enspire me to just keep at it and find my way too! See y'all soon! Keep life simple! Lesa
Thank you Lesa, and thank you for watching! I like making these type of videos too. Regarding the rig, yup, building it since 2010…many wrong turns :) See you on the trail!
Hi Michael. You might consider getting a 'Conduit Carrier' to store the tent. You know those 6 or 8 inch dimeter PVC tubes with endcaps that contractors mount on top of their vans. It would give you a water tight and trail protected place to store the tent. You just buy the end caps and mounting bracket kit and get a PVC tube cut to the length you need.
The gazelle tents are well made and an excellent design. We currently use one of the screen tents made by clam which is identical in function to the gazelle. Unlike what was said in this video, many cots do not fit in this tent. In fact, the biggest problem with the gazelle was their measuring scheme which misrepresents the actual dimensions of the tent. What they call an 8x8 tent did not have room for 6 ft 10-in cots. This is because they do not measure from corner to corner, but rather from one pop out hub to another. This made the tent completely unusable, but hopefully they will eventually make one that is actually the size they claim that it is.
@@pm9327 at the time we bought ours, the t4 was the largest one they made. Now they make a t4 Plus which is a t4 with a screen tent on the front. As for clam, you're correct they do not make a tent. They make screen houses and ice shelters for ice fishing with the same pop out mechanism.
The Gazelle is awesome. Ive got a Patriot Camper but I turned my buddy on to the Gazelle and he absolutely loves it. He had a Colman that fell apart and was going to go with another Colman but I changed his mind and he thanked me for doing it.
Saw one of these tents used at a group gathering on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon a couple years ago. So many tents just don't give you room to actually stand up in unless you buy really big tents - I'm usually the only one in the tent so do not need those family sized monsters. I just got one and looking forward to using it.
Awesome! Yes! I think a lot of times folks over-complicate stuff or make it sound more important than it is. Run what ya brung, be safe, and be prepared.
Like many, got hooked on being outdoors, wheeling and camping the last few years. Jumped right into the clamshell type rooftop tent. Loved it. But wife has arthritis in the knee and so sometimes it wasn’t comfortable having her climb up and down the ladder. During this time we bought a Gazelle tent as shelter or an annex for weather, shade, bugs ,etc. It was great and easy. Love it as well. But eventually we upgraded to a teardrop trailer to take the stress away from the Mrs. We love the teardrop too, kept the tent. But every once in awhile for simplicity and depending on where we are going, we just bring the tent. In retrospect, you can overland and go anywhere as Michael points out. In retrospect, when I think about it, might recommend starting out with the tent. Simple, go anywhere. Very low relative investment to get started. Figure out how many nights you really will get out and go from there. The Gazelle products have been great for us and would recommend.
I love that you chose the green version because it "blended in" to you. My choice was the opposite, however for the same reason. Here in the Southwest the Orange/Brown version served the same purpose. Enjoy your T4!
Agreed. I have the Condor XL currently on my rig. I have also had a CVT RTT with the PVC cover, that thing sucked to set-up and pack away. The weight up high can be an issue on the trails though.
@@cruisemissiler1 I had a soft shell too. The hard shell is definitely the way to go for speed. The weight hasn’t gotten me into any trouble. I wheel the shit out of my 4R
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻, I went with the T4 also and love it, plus you can go explore without dismantling camp. They do/did make a weather proof bag you can buy separately except it's that screaming orange.
I believe since you got the Overland edition. You got the upgraded all weather bag. I bought just the T4. It came with a regular bag. They have an accessory kit that’s available. It comes with the upgraded bag stakes and the footprint. I bought all that for mine.
Just mentioning for others' benefit - you can buy equal or better footprint and stakes on Amazon, for less than half the upcharge of the Overland edition. Of course, the upgraded carry bag is only available from Gazelle.. if you really, really need that. I didn't find the upcharge of the Overland worth it. The tent and rainfly is identical to to the regular version, and that is by far the most important part.
@@OverlandBound I agree. I think storing it permanently on top of the rig will eventually fade and break down the bag. Even with the upgraded one. As much as you go and camp. Taking it off the rig may not matter. I don’t go out near what you do. So mine is upright in the garage. And is under my tonaho cover when it’s in the truck.
I have a teardrop now but still prefer my Gazelle for when I leave it behind. Gazelle, a cot and a little table can be set up in just a few minutes. Compact, lightweight, fast. and I don't need to fold up camp to take a quick ride.
Gazelle does make a waterproof bag for this tent. I would assume that the upgrade would fare well for quite some years before UV light breaks down this material.
Could you please do a video on How to use and navigate the Overland Bound app? After watching your videos you say to use the app to find your camp site locations but I can't find them. It's the most confusing app to use. Thanks
Oh man! We’ve tried to make it as straight forward as possible! We have work to do! Here is a link to video tutorials: help.overlandbound.com/help/tutorials For the three word locations, you go to the map, hit the search magnifying glass, and enter the three words as shown on the screen.
@@SimplyLesa I am adding camping spots weekly… we encourage the users of the app to share camps that they know of… it doesn’t necessarily mean share your epic spots.
The Gazelle tent is a great option if going with your family or people you're really close with. But for me, if going solo, or with my better half, I'll stick to my RTT.
Only thing I didn't like the old T4 was the orange color. Mind you my favorite color is orange. But when you wake up in the morning in summer time in a orange room you feel like you are waking up in hell. =P That green is looking mighty good. Now it's perfect!
Each to their own, an Oz Tent has a similar size bag, is faster, and it waterproof without the addition of a fly. It also attaches to many 270 and standard awnings, as well as having an awning of its own. Not to mention, it’s simpler, and easy to repair in the field. The design has been around for 25 years. Sorry, but I just don’t get it, but we do it different Down Under I guess.
I own a gazelle t3x, and personally it’s not as great as everyone makes it sound. The doors are downright awkward (weird shape), there’s virtually no fly over the doors, and certainly zero vestibule. It sets up reasonably fast, but don’t forget to guyline the sides if there’s any chance of wind gusts or it can collapses on itself. Oh and the non-overland stakes are absolute garbage. I think there are better tents for similar money. Do your research, folks.
@@OverlandBound I could do some digging and find a few options at REI. It’d be a compromise, as you’d certainly have to put together pesky poles (no biggie to me, but I understand not everyone’s a fan). Me just playing the devils advocate. Haha. Thanks for all the vids.
As far as the stakes anyone that thinks the stakes that come from the factory from any tent are ok just doesn’t have enough camping experience. The doors are a pain I absolutely agree, that being said the material and construction of the tent is quality. I’ve owned a T3 for many years and just recently got the T4 giving the 3 to my son who also camps a lot. I’ve been through monsoon downpours and kept me bone dry with no condensation in night temperatures of 30s Fahrenheit, winds of approximately 30 mph and as long as it was staked properly I had no issues. I can take PITA doors if I can fast pitch by myself, be dry and comfortable anytime. By the way I own 5 other different tents, some are for extreme 60 mph winds and have camped for 40+ years and still this and a different brand are my go to depending where I go and conditions.
I feel like this is one of your better videos especially involving the kiddo!
Thank you!
I like seeing y’all spend that very special time together. That’s really what this is all about, quality time either alone with ourselves or connecting with friends and family. It was touching.
Great job Miguel and Dad!
I love this style of video. I think it makes your adventure and Overlanding more realistic. I also like it when we get a little bit of backstory which helps us understand that you didn't start here with an expensive looking rig but that it has been a process of learning what works for you and over time investing in the things that work. Mixing it up with the conservation of our wild camping areas by encouraging others to use the equipment available now to preserve the environment - a tree - really speaks to your OB principals!
You and Cory know that you enspire me to just keep at it and find my way too!
See y'all soon! Keep life simple! Lesa
Thank you Lesa, and thank you for watching! I like making these type of videos too. Regarding the rig, yup, building it since 2010…many wrong turns :) See you on the trail!
Hi Michael. You might consider getting a 'Conduit Carrier' to store the tent. You know those 6 or 8 inch dimeter PVC tubes with endcaps that contractors mount on top of their vans. It would give you a water tight and trail protected place to store the tent. You just buy the end caps and mounting bracket kit and get a PVC tube cut to the length you need.
That’s a good suggestion! Thank you!
I'm doing that same thing for ours......
I’m attempting the same thing, does it for sure fit in a 8” pvc tube?
@@samhoyt49 I'd have to see it to believe it.
@@donwyates I tried it did not quite fit
The gazelle tents are well made and an excellent design. We currently use one of the screen tents made by clam which is identical in function to the gazelle.
Unlike what was said in this video, many cots do not fit in this tent. In fact, the biggest problem with the gazelle was their measuring scheme which misrepresents the actual dimensions of the tent. What they call an 8x8 tent did not have room for 6 ft 10-in cots. This is because they do not measure from corner to corner, but rather from one pop out hub to another. This made the tent completely unusable, but hopefully they will eventually make one that is actually the size they claim that it is.
@@pm9327 at the time we bought ours, the t4 was the largest one they made. Now they make a t4 Plus which is a t4 with a screen tent on the front.
As for clam, you're correct they do not make a tent. They make screen houses and ice shelters for ice fishing with the same pop out mechanism.
The Gazelle is awesome. Ive got a Patriot Camper but I turned my buddy on to the Gazelle and he absolutely loves it. He had a Colman that fell apart and was going to go with another Colman but I changed his mind and he thanked me for doing it.
Cool Video, I'm new to Overlanding with my '97 6.5 4x4 Diesel Suburban. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
You bet! Welcome!
love my t4 overland, cant wait to get a t4 plus overland
I love that your dog does his own off-roading. I have the Gazelle too and LOVE it. I cram it into my Toyota Camry.
Good to see Jr. Michael . Great job Miguel
Saw one of these tents used at a group gathering on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon a couple years ago. So many tents just don't give you room to actually stand up in unless you buy really big tents - I'm usually the only one in the tent so do not need those family sized monsters. I just got one and looking forward to using it.
Thanks so much my friend!! There are a lot to learn in your videos for beginner like me. The way you keep it simple is great...
Awesome! Yes! I think a lot of times folks over-complicate stuff or make it sound more important than it is. Run what ya brung, be safe, and be prepared.
Like many, got hooked on being outdoors, wheeling and camping the last few years. Jumped right into the clamshell type rooftop tent. Loved it. But wife has arthritis in the knee and so sometimes it wasn’t comfortable having her climb up and down the ladder. During this time we bought a Gazelle tent as shelter or an annex for weather, shade, bugs ,etc. It was great and easy. Love it as well. But eventually we upgraded to a teardrop trailer to take the stress away from the Mrs. We love the teardrop too, kept the tent. But every once in awhile for simplicity and depending on where we are going, we just bring the tent. In retrospect, you can overland and go anywhere as Michael points out. In retrospect, when I think about it, might recommend starting out with the tent. Simple, go anywhere. Very low relative investment to get started. Figure out how many nights you really will get out and go from there. The Gazelle products have been great for us and would recommend.
I love that you chose the green version because it "blended in" to you. My choice was the opposite, however for the same reason. Here in the Southwest the Orange/Brown version served the same purpose. Enjoy your T4!
Fantastic video. I like your casual approach.
The cumbersome rooftop tent setup and teardown is real.
Looks like Bald Mountain. One of my favorite places. Camped at Brewer Lake back in mid-June. Had the place to ourselves.
@Overland Bound great video Michael. I really enjoyed watching Miguel tackling the decent. Can’t wait for the next video.
my Roofnest rtt opens in less than 90 seconds. Built in mattress and all my sleeping gear stays in it. love it.
Agreed. I have the Condor XL currently on my rig. I have also had a CVT RTT with the PVC cover, that thing sucked to set-up and pack away. The weight up high can be an issue on the trails though.
@@cruisemissiler1 I had a soft shell too. The hard shell is definitely the way to go for speed.
The weight hasn’t gotten me into any trouble. I wheel the shit out of my 4R
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻, I went with the T4 also and love it, plus you can go explore without dismantling camp. They do/did make a weather proof bag you can buy separately except it's that screaming orange.
Ah! Good to know!
I believe since you got the Overland edition. You got the upgraded all weather bag. I bought just the T4. It came with a regular bag. They have an accessory kit that’s available. It comes with the upgraded bag stakes and the footprint. I bought all that for mine.
Still concerned with UV breakdown. We’ll see how it does!
Just mentioning for others' benefit - you can buy equal or better footprint and stakes on Amazon, for less than half the upcharge of the Overland edition. Of course, the upgraded carry bag is only available from Gazelle.. if you really, really need that. I didn't find the upcharge of the Overland worth it. The tent and rainfly is identical to to the regular version, and that is by far the most important part.
@@OverlandBound I agree. I think storing it permanently on top of the rig will eventually fade and break down the bag. Even with the upgraded one. As much as you go and camp. Taking it off the rig may not matter. I don’t go out near what you do. So mine is upright in the garage. And is under my tonaho cover when it’s in the truck.
absolutely, this is why I am selling my RTT....pain in the ass after 2 weeks of raising and lowering every day!
That dometic faucet is legit. I use it on my big rig.
Where did you get that galley set up at,and curious if something like that would work on my '96 XJ?
I have a teardrop now but still prefer my Gazelle for when I leave it behind. Gazelle, a cot and a little table can be set up in just a few minutes. Compact, lightweight, fast. and I don't need to fold up camp to take a quick ride.
What a spot you guys had there. Damn
Saw that Initial D can/cup test there. Nicely done haha.
Wow that’s a pretty spot, and a well done video!
Great video Michael and Miguel. Thank you.
Is Parnell producing the kitchen set up for sale? If so, do you have a link? Thanks, J
He is not, it’s a one of a kind - great setup. I think he’s building one for himself as well but not for sale.
@@OverlandBound Rgr that, thanks for the reply.
Put the rain fly on before pushing the center up much easier!
What is the kitchen setup you have on your cruiser? I need one
As cool and as appealing as rooftop tents are. They are very inconvenient. I love finding me a spot setting up and heading out to explore.
Gazelle does make a waterproof bag for this tent. I would assume that the upgrade would fare well for quite some years before UV light breaks down this material.
Love Bald Mountain.
That kitchen is epic. Once my tire gate gets in, that might be something to consider. How much does it weigh?
OB 30845 Great vid, keep 'em coming.
Will do! Thanks for watching!
Could you please do a video on How to use and navigate the Overland Bound app? After watching your videos you say to use the app to find your camp site locations but I can't find them. It's the most confusing app to use. Thanks
Oh man! We’ve tried to make it as straight forward as possible! We have work to do! Here is a link to video tutorials: help.overlandbound.com/help/tutorials
For the three word locations, you go to the map, hit the search magnifying glass, and enter the three words as shown on the screen.
I would like that too. I have not been able to find camp locations on the maps so I added a couple!
@@SimplyLesa I am adding camping spots weekly… we encourage the users of the app to share camps that they know of… it doesn’t necessarily mean share your epic spots.
Excellent Tent
Great video But is your hood raised?
Cooling!
The Gazelle tent is a great option if going with your family or people you're really close with. But for me, if going solo, or with my better half, I'll stick to my RTT.
Have you had any issues with the rain cover poles in wind I've read a review or two of the pole ends breaking.
What roof rack do you have on your rig?
Gobi Rack
Would u sent one to Scotland for us to test in out climate? I do like the look of them
Alden boots?
Nice guide dog
Only thing I didn't like the old T4 was the orange color. Mind you my favorite color is orange. But when you wake up in the morning in summer time in a orange room you feel like you are waking up in hell. =P That green is looking mighty good. Now it's perfect!
Nice boots
Where is that spot?
Another Great Video!
Can I ask - is it bear safety, keeping your tent 50m or so from your cooking area? Or was it just for the protection of the trees.
There were two flat spots. One for the rig and one for the tent!
What trail is this?
Bald Mountain Hard Way
www.overlandbound.com/map-location/11610
Would have been good to how the internal pole system works.
Are they still making the T3? 4’s just too big.
Yes!
Nice tent they are expensive… wish they would make a T6 model version 👍
They got a T8 - it's HUGE!
@@OverlandBound yeah that one’s too big… a T6 will be perfect for me
Get the t4 plus!
Does anyone know the trail name?
Open this location in the Overland Bound One app:
Bald Mountain Loop “The Easy Way”
www.overlandbound.com/map-location/11665
Love to buy one but overland bound won't post them to Europe come on guys
Each to their own, an Oz Tent has a similar size bag, is faster, and it waterproof without the addition of a fly. It also attaches to many 270 and standard awnings, as well as having an awning of its own. Not to mention, it’s simpler, and easy to repair in the field. The design has been around for 25 years.
Sorry, but I just don’t get it, but we do it different Down Under I guess.
I prefer the Oz tent as well. They are a durable and well thought out solution. I don’t see as many people using it here in the States however.
@@theVUmaster23- I think it's the cost. I've been eyeing the RV3 but man it is 1000 here.
Corral Hollow?
Bald Mountain!
What was the animal at 4:01?
Yay!
Yeah, in bear and mountain lion country, you appreciate a rooftop tent.
Nah. Now I’m northern Australia or the Jungle, yeah.
I own a gazelle t3x, and personally it’s not as great as everyone makes it sound. The doors are downright awkward (weird shape), there’s virtually no fly over the doors, and certainly zero vestibule. It sets up reasonably fast, but don’t forget to guyline the sides if there’s any chance of wind gusts or it can collapses on itself. Oh and the non-overland stakes are absolute garbage. I think there are better tents for similar money. Do your research, folks.
I'd be interested in that tent! Which one are you referring to? Thanks for the thoughts!
@@OverlandBound I could do some digging and find a few options at REI. It’d be a compromise, as you’d certainly have to put together pesky poles (no biggie to me, but I understand not everyone’s a fan). Me just playing the devils advocate. Haha. Thanks for all the vids.
Ya...I just need a smaller package, if I'm going to include a tent for options
As far as the stakes anyone that thinks the stakes that come from the factory from any tent are ok just doesn’t have enough camping experience. The doors are a pain I absolutely agree, that being said the material and construction of the tent is quality. I’ve owned a T3 for many years and just recently got the T4 giving the 3 to my son who also camps a lot. I’ve been through monsoon downpours and kept me bone dry with no condensation in night temperatures of 30s Fahrenheit, winds of approximately 30 mph and as long as it was staked properly I had no issues. I can take PITA doors if I can fast pitch by myself, be dry and comfortable anytime. By the way I own 5 other different tents, some are for extreme 60 mph winds and have camped for 40+ years and still this and a different brand are my go to depending where I go and conditions.
I know that spot!
You know all of them!
You should focus on getting good at narration before you try to multi task.
Rich folks playing with their expensive toys...🙄
Get a better job
ALOO MIGEL ITS YOU WAIF :))