What about the folding seams, won’t this become a point of failure after repeated operation and sustained exposure to sun, heat, moisture and air? It’s a lot cheaper and easier to replace a fabric or membrane tent than it would be to replace those folding seams. Please correct me if I am wrong.
@@heart4Pahoa those seams look to be made out of wood and a metal hinge , i dont think they will fail easily plus they are only exposed to the elements when you are actually camping in it
@@heart4Pahoa from what I can see in other videos it looks like those seems are a hinge and weather stripping. Pretty easy fix. It looks like Tyler has a great deal of experience in manufacturing and manufacturing design.
I'm retired fixed income... I bought an F250 4 X 4 recently and started to mod it out.. this is kinda where I am heading so far... Your design and function and practicality is by far the best I've seen.. The mods.. ready built sections that can be.. setup a multitude of ways is brilliant.. You think like me.. KUDOS to you both well done !
seriously best design out there today, hope this takes off, would be my first choice when the time comes to outfit my new tacoma. Can't wait to see more of these, excellent work!
Das Dach ist die zweitbeste Idee die ich kenne. Habe mir auch schon ein Modell so gebaut. Eine Wand rund um und dicht. Die kann man auch bei Regen öffnen. Toll gemacht 🙂
Oh, now this is what I’ve been looking for! What a great design. I was literally looking at a pop-up in the campsite next to us and thinking, “Why doesn’t anyone make a hard-side pop-up?” We used to pull an Aliner, and I always wondered why slide-in campers didn’t incorporate some of those hard-side pop-up features. What’s great about your design is that you can still use the truck’s bed for utility, even if you leave the camper on. PERFECT. When we come off the road and I get a pickup again, I’m definitely going to hit you guys up for one of these!
This is fantastic great job love it wow please do more and make a incredibly rugged version that will last fore ever with awning accessories to expand your living space always necessary and external shower and washroom beautiful ❤️ job.
This is just awesome...i have been reading and longing for one....till now truck bed campers were having a fabric wall when raised....but this ia the one...u have satisfied my thirst...
I really like your design. I like a hard-sided pop-up. One suggestion would be to have the option of having windows in the swing up side doors, too. If I'm out in beautiful nature, I'd like to be able to see out the windows on all sides. Plus, windows will make it seem larger inside.
I know what you're saying yet I wonder if their reason for completely covering the windows is so if there's a very strong storm not right by glass that can break. I once spent some nights in an RV and felt very scared in it when a tornado warning came through though luckily there was a house nearby where we could spend that night not right by any windows. But maybe there's a way to have both options where those window covers can completely fold or slide away when desired.
Your design and set up is brilliant guys, I believe your builds will be increadably popular as it is not a one size fits all. It will, I am sure, appeal to first time outdoor people who do not want to go with expensive "off the shelf" camper options. Well done guys hoping for your great success Regards from South Africa
Awesome looking product! I wonder how it would be in snowy conditions when you have snow on the top and if it's still easy to come down or go up... or when it folds away and snow or rain that's stuck/ left on the side of still there...
This hard sided rising roof is exactly the same design as found on UK manufactured hard sided rising roof campers from the 1980's! I immediately recognised the design type!
@@FoodForestNursery I'll look them up, but I'm pretty sure they're no longer in business. I'll update this post when I get accurate information for you.
I have been filming campers and trailers for years at the overland expo and SEMA and have become a big fan of truck campers specifically for overlanding. I am shocked that there aren't more pop top and hard wall campers? So far I have only seen Alaskan Campers which are amazing but also very expensive at $30,000+ and that's with no toilet lol. Their design is also kind odd with its flat front. Very non aerodynamic. And lastly theirs is extremely heavy. I like your design. Sleek, simple and looks like it can be ordered as an empty shell or built up with cabinetry. I love it. I hope I can interview you guys at Overland Expo 2020? I'm also such a big fan of truck campers that I recently bought a Tundra project truck so I am very interested in your camper even more. Keep up the good work. See you soon. Mixflip
Yeah there are a few that you should look at if you haven’t already. Kimbo and 4wheel off-road camper I believe is it’s name. A little pricy but you can live out of these full time.
@@S_man89 I like those as well but jimbo campers arent pop top and FWC arent hard side. So far Hiatus is alone in the lightweight hard side pop up camper market....for now.
@@hiatuscampers4572 hi there. Own a 2020 Toyota Tacoma Trd Pro. Have you guys done anynew model Tacoma's? Also have you guys experimented with the 6ft Tacoma bed ?
This so sick, y'all. I am currently doing a personal van build and am designing something very similar to this. So cool to see the hardshell idea in action and in such beautiful form. Great job!
This will be my retirement option. This is it. Love the no fabric material. Light simple and customizable. Add on side window be great for viewing. Add on solar system, shower, kitchen, etc...still much more affordable compare to others. Love it love it love it.
Your doors could be a part of a portable shower. How to collect the fallen water is a question. Could there be a two piece folding shower/ toilet? I know they have portable toilets. It would be great for a division for a three in one.
Wow. Great design! Any thoughts windows in the future? Wonder about condensation without ventilation in the top. Have you started mass production yet? And if so what price point do u expect?
If you make another video like this one, you may want to include a before (bare bones interior) and after (all decked out, ready for camping interior) video clips. To say that you can build any layout one wants or that custom interiors are possible, does not really satisfy the visual input of possibilities that people like me require. Kind of hard to want to stay in a bare box. But really love your philosophy.
For me I would like a composting toilet with lots of room for a large individual. I would also have a large indoor and outdoor shower that all operate from the main kitchen sink faucet with on demand hot water to lessen water waste. I would like a large refrigerator/freezer storage capacity for long trips. Also pull out truck bed drawers for "dirty" gear and with an elevated floor there would be room for extra water and fuel storage. I would also like one that utilized more overhead space that folded out over the front of the truck and maybe came to rest on hood mounts allowing for maximum sleeping area and no need to cover the area in the bed of the truck. I would also like fully electric and solar components charging from solar and alternator with powerful enough inverter to operate a/c and convection oven at the same time. I would use a diesel air and water heater plumbed into the extra fuel tank so the only thing you have to fill for your journey is the fuel tank. I would have grey water drain to the ground with extra hose to drain away from the camping area. all these amenities would probably sacrifice room for seating or a dinet but with a covered area that starts clear at the very front of the cab and folds all the way around the rear of the vehicle with attachable bug netting would provide plenty of covered seating area. I also have an Idea for a large door swing that would attach to the rear bumper/frame area with a built in kitchen and outside shower area if you are interested in hearing about it let me know!
Have you ever thought to make a version for the mid/low roof van, this would be on point and a much better camping experience than a custom canvas conversion from California.
what is the price for 5.6' with 4 drs? toyota tacoma. i like the hard surface all around not rag stuff and easy to unfold/fold. what is the total weight? thanks, bob
That is really sweet. Any plans on a non-cab over model? Have you planned for integrating factory tailgate cameras into the doors. Really just want a pop up shell without the cab over section. Thank you and great design!
I have been thinking of buying a cargo van until I saw this great design. I'd like to order one to have but not for 2 1/2 years wait. I only needed the very basic shell for occasional camping/fishing adventure. Would you please let me know if there's ever a cancelation for a shower wait? Thanks.
I'm researching campers and was excited to see a local company, but your base price is way, way more expensive than the other options I'm looking at - too bad.
When are we going to see something from you that would attach like the ecamper does to the Honda Element? Would be great for all us Toyota Land Cruiser, Sequoia and 4Runners to have such a tent attached to our vehicles where we don’t have to go outside our rigs to get inside.
just want to ask..you say your hard sided walls are 'Insulated & Waterproof. is there any 'condensation issues'...with it?....with 'hard walls'...is it 'Warmer' during 'Cold Nights'...then a 'Vinyl - Canvas' type Pop UP Camper?....Does your company prefer 'using' Lithium Battery Systems Too?...Cheers from Canada!
A pop up without fabric that can tear and rot? I love it!
That was my thought too. Great idea.
What about the folding seams, won’t this become a point of failure after repeated operation and sustained exposure to sun, heat, moisture and air? It’s a lot cheaper and easier to replace a fabric or membrane tent than it would be to replace those folding seams. Please correct me if I am wrong.
@@heart4Pahoa those seams look to be made out of wood and a metal hinge , i dont think they will fail easily plus they are only exposed to the elements when you are actually camping in it
@@heart4Pahoa from what I can see in other videos it looks like those seems are a hinge and weather stripping. Pretty easy fix.
It looks like Tyler has a great deal of experience in manufacturing and manufacturing design.
You get new fabric bruh don’t be childish this piece of equipment STARTS at $15k #outrageous
I'm retired fixed income... I bought an F250 4 X 4 recently and started to mod it out.. this is kinda where I am heading so far... Your design and function and practicality is by far the best I've seen.. The mods.. ready built sections that can be.. setup a multitude of ways is brilliant.. You think like me.. KUDOS to you both well done !
This is a really good design, you should be proud
We’ll done! What great designs, you’ve spent quite the time on each segment of the build out. Enjoy!
Now this is genius for stealth camping as when in down position it looks like a contractor work truck.
Looks like a really well thought out design. I'm sincerely wishing you guys a lot of good luck in your new endeavor.
The origami camper!
Really like this design and with the fold up interior-Genius!
Very very cool design and creativity. Well done.
Love to see young entrepreneurs creating awesome & functional solutions.
This is a really awesome design, mad respect to the both of you.
seriously best design out there today, hope this takes off, would be my first choice when the time comes to outfit my new tacoma. Can't wait to see more of these, excellent work!
Pretty sick build. I like the concept (a lot) . Perfect for desert/off-road weekends.
Das Dach ist die zweitbeste Idee die ich kenne. Habe mir auch schon ein Modell so gebaut. Eine Wand rund um und dicht. Die kann man auch bei Regen öffnen. Toll gemacht 🙂
Best wishes on your biz and builds. We put this on our short list for a future rig (traveling in a class B conversion these days)
Windows are a major. More windows and perfection is around the corner! Thanks for an excellent video!
Oh, now this is what I’ve been looking for! What a great design. I was literally looking at a pop-up in the campsite next to us and thinking, “Why doesn’t anyone make a hard-side pop-up?” We used to pull an Aliner, and I always wondered why slide-in campers didn’t incorporate some of those hard-side pop-up features.
What’s great about your design is that you can still use the truck’s bed for utility, even if you leave the camper on. PERFECT. When we come off the road and I get a pickup again, I’m definitely going to hit you guys up for one of these!
I would love to have this as an option for my future camper build! You guys are amazing and innovative
Very cool idea, would love to have one in Europe. Congrats
This might very well be the best iteration I’ve ever seen
This is fantastic great job love it wow please do more and make a incredibly rugged version that will last fore ever with awning accessories to expand your living space always necessary and external shower and washroom beautiful ❤️ job.
This is just awesome...i have been reading and longing for one....till now truck bed campers were having a fabric wall when raised....but this ia the one...u have satisfied my thirst...
The hard sided walls are brilliant. Most popups have vinyl walls which is a non-starter in my opinion
Looking amazing and so cool. But whit a window on top that's perfect.
Excellent job, congratulations proud of both of you normal people and not a big cooperation to come up with that idea.
Congratulations, simple and easy to operate.
I really like your design. I like a hard-sided pop-up. One suggestion would be to have the option of having windows in the swing up side doors, too. If I'm out in beautiful nature, I'd like to be able to see out the windows on all sides. Plus, windows will make it seem larger inside.
I agree.....
I know what you're saying yet I wonder if their reason for completely covering the windows is so if there's a very strong storm not right by glass that can break. I once spent some nights in an RV and felt very scared in it when a tornado warning came through though luckily there was a house nearby where we could spend that night not right by any windows.
But maybe there's a way to have both options where those window covers can completely fold or slide away when desired.
When you said "and when you're ready to party" I expected you guys to be dancing in there.
This is the most amazing topper ever!!!
You two knocked it out of the park with this design and it’s flexibility. Best of luck moving forward with your company.
Love the folding hard sides. Awesome
Aloha Always. BEAUTIFUL, BEST ONE YET! I WILL BE IN TOUCH!
Excellent design guys! Your camper should sell well in the overland community.
Sweet couple. Good vibes. Nice design. Good to see young entrepreneur's taking on the challenges of starting a new business. All the Best to you both.
Your design and set up is brilliant guys, I believe your builds will be increadably popular as it is not a one size fits all. It will, I am sure, appeal to first time outdoor people who do not want to go with expensive "off the shelf" camper options. Well done guys hoping for your great success
Regards from South Africa
Thannk You! For Making The Dream We've All Had For Decades' Finally Come True!🏞
I'd love one. Is it possible to make add a pass through into the cab?
very good your videos. I'm building a camper and the information is very important.
Awesome looking product! I wonder how it would be in snowy conditions when you have snow on the top and if it's still easy to come down or go up... or when it folds away and snow or rain that's stuck/ left on the side of still there...
Well, when the time comes to get a truck and outfit it...I sure hope y'all are around. Best of luck to you both.
This hard sided rising roof is exactly the same design as found on UK manufactured hard sided rising roof campers from the 1980's!
I immediately recognised the design type!
Felix do you know the name of the UK company that made them?
@@FoodForestNursery I'll look them up, but I'm pretty sure they're no longer in business.
I'll update this post when I get accurate information for you.
I have been filming campers and trailers for years at the overland expo and SEMA and have become a big fan of truck campers specifically for overlanding.
I am shocked that there aren't more pop top and hard wall campers? So far I have only seen Alaskan Campers which are amazing but also very expensive at $30,000+ and that's with no toilet lol. Their design is also kind odd with its flat front. Very non aerodynamic. And lastly theirs is extremely heavy.
I like your design. Sleek, simple and looks like it can be ordered as an empty shell or built up with cabinetry. I love it.
I hope I can interview you guys at Overland Expo 2020? I'm also such a big fan of truck campers that I recently bought a Tundra project truck so I am very interested in your camper even more.
Keep up the good work. See you soon.
Mixflip
Thank you for your kind words, we would be happy to be featured on your channel! Feel free to reach out to us at info@hiatuscampers.com
Yeah there are a few that you should look at if you haven’t already. Kimbo and 4wheel off-road camper I believe is it’s name. A little pricy but you can live out of these full time.
@@S_man89 I like those as well but jimbo campers arent pop top and FWC arent hard side. So far Hiatus is alone in the lightweight hard side pop up camper market....for now.
mixflip yeah I see your point. I’m looking at the kimbo for an adventure mobile home for myself. I think it would be awesome to have one for my F-150.
@@hiatuscampers4572 hi there. Own a 2020 Toyota Tacoma Trd Pro. Have you guys done anynew model Tacoma's? Also have you guys experimented with the 6ft Tacoma bed ?
So where do I get info on pricing and availabilty ??
I've spent half the day on YT checking out pop-ups.
This is by far the best I've seen...and you're both so young. Congratulations!
Great design and construction. Wow!
I love it how much does it cost, base model?
Their website says $13,500.
This so sick, y'all. I am currently doing a personal van build and am designing something very similar to this. So cool to see the hardshell idea in action and in such beautiful form. Great job!
Amazing, if you could get some arctic turn windows in the sides that pop out it'd be perfect 👍
This will be my retirement option. This is it. Love the no fabric material. Light simple and customizable. Add on side window be great for viewing. Add on solar system, shower, kitchen, etc...still much more affordable compare to others. Love it love it love it.
a lot of work and cash just buy an alaskin
Your doors could be a part of a portable shower. How to collect the fallen water is a question. Could there be a two piece folding shower/ toilet? I know they have portable toilets. It would be great for a division for a three in one.
Kudos to both of you for your ingenuity and doing something different. Any way you can provide better ventilation? What about power?
Looks really great!
Wow. Great design! Any thoughts windows in the future? Wonder about condensation without ventilation in the top. Have you started mass production yet? And if so what price point do u expect?
One of the better design seen so far!!
I really like the look and design of your camper. Have you considered adding optional side windows?
Yup, needs screened windows
Молодцы,ребята! Вы красавчики! Супер!!! Класс!!!!!!!!!!!!
only concern is a heavy snow load, how much weight can your roof support, and is it walkable?
You know, I was thinking the same thing Gladd Overland. Good questions to be asked.
Why would you want to walk on the roof ? Crazy idea !
VERY NICE! Great design.
Really nice. The side panel flipping up is great, it would have to be screened.
this is a terrific design for campers good job
You should post your website in the description?
Thanks for sharing love it most impressed
It's a great design but it's still out of reach for most of us ordinary Joes.
I would love to own one, though. By the way, any financing options?
Looks awesome, just wish they made it with a full slide in unit instead of having to attach it to the bed rails.
What I’ve been looking for a hard tip up with out any cloth that’s cool
If you make another video like this one, you may want to include a before (bare bones interior) and after (all decked out, ready for camping interior) video clips. To say that you can build any layout one wants or that custom interiors are possible, does not really satisfy the visual input of possibilities that people like me require. Kind of hard to want to stay in a bare box. But really love your philosophy.
absolutely awesome. you figured it out.. i had one on a Toyota pickup .. sold it.. must have been crazy
For me I would like a composting toilet with lots of room for a large individual. I would also have a large indoor and outdoor shower that all operate from the main kitchen sink faucet with on demand hot water to lessen water waste. I would like a large refrigerator/freezer storage capacity for long trips. Also pull out truck bed drawers for "dirty" gear and with an elevated floor there would be room for extra water and fuel storage. I would also like one that utilized more overhead space that folded out over the front of the truck and maybe came to rest on hood mounts allowing for maximum sleeping area and no need to cover the area in the bed of the truck. I would also like fully electric and solar components charging from solar and alternator with powerful enough inverter to operate a/c and convection oven at the same time. I would use a diesel air and water heater plumbed into the extra fuel tank so the only thing you have to fill for your journey is the fuel tank. I would have grey water drain to the ground with extra hose to drain away from the camping area. all these amenities would probably sacrifice room for seating or a dinet but with a covered area that starts clear at the very front of the cab and folds all the way around the rear of the vehicle with attachable bug netting would provide plenty of covered seating area. I also have an Idea for a large door swing that would attach to the rear bumper/frame area with a built in kitchen and outside shower area if you are interested in hearing about it let me know!
I like the hard-wall setup - will definitely check you out. Are or will you be at the Overland West, NW Overland or BC Overland rallies?
Very cool. The wife and myself are still consider the best option for our full-size rear wheel drive Nissan Titan.
Have you ever thought to make a version for the mid/low roof van, this would be on point and a much better camping experience than a custom canvas conversion from California.
Thoughtful design, Hiatus Campers 💐
Best Idea.. I love it. 😍
Love the insulated hard side! Does it also cut down on the dust infiltration?
what is the price for 5.6' with 4 drs? toyota tacoma. i like the hard surface all around not rag stuff and easy to unfold/fold. what is the total weight? thanks, bob
Nice work bro, you guys realized what I want.
Love the concept and would love to own one 💕
You guys are so smart.
Do you have a place where used campers are sold? I'd love one but cannot wait until 2022
a lift gate/ platform at the back would be great... i wonder if there is a hand cranked lift gate is available .. less costly ...
These droids have a superior product.
nice design and creative thinking
Excellent looking product
Thanks for sharing 👍👍
Origami camper! Love the design.
Looks good, what is the price for basic model?
That is really sweet. Any plans on a non-cab over model? Have you planned for integrating factory tailgate cameras into the doors. Really just want a pop up shell without the cab over section. Thank you and great design!
I'm just curious why you don't want cabover? I'd think cabover balances out all the weight best but that's just a guess
@@flowersafeheart My truck has a 360 degree camera system I don't want to mess up. That and the stealth factor. May go with the EZ lift topper.
@0:48 How do you keep the hinges from leaking? Pretty trick overall - love it.
Need more info. Workable design. Great job guys.
It's really good design and simple. Awesome. Is it possible to export to korea?
Sweet setup!
I have been thinking of buying a cargo van until I saw this great design. I'd like to order one to have but not for 2 1/2 years wait.
I only needed the very basic shell for occasional camping/fishing adventure.
Would you please let me know if there's ever a cancelation for a shower wait?
Thanks.
After years of searching I think I found what I want. Let me start saving.
I'm researching campers and was excited to see a local company, but your base price is way, way more expensive than the other options I'm looking at - too bad.
Not rich enough to live homeless? Maybe you should have been born wealthy.
Awesome, where to get? What's the price and do you send overseas?
Salem wow très pratique bonne chance enchallah
you guys are the best!!!
When are we going to see something from you that would attach like the ecamper does to the Honda Element?
Would be great for all us Toyota Land Cruiser, Sequoia and 4Runners to have such a tent attached to our vehicles where we don’t have to go outside our rigs to get inside.
I have a '93 Ford Bronco and would like just the pop up part of the camper attached to the factory hard top.
I love rooftop tents that are accessible from the inside and I think you got something there. Any way to incorporate windows of any kind in the pop up
just want to ask..you say your hard sided walls are 'Insulated & Waterproof. is there any 'condensation issues'...with it?....with 'hard walls'...is it 'Warmer' during 'Cold Nights'...then a 'Vinyl - Canvas' type Pop UP Camper?....Does your company prefer 'using' Lithium Battery Systems Too?...Cheers from Canada!