$900 vs. $3500 Roof Top Tent

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  • Опубліковано 18 вер 2021
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    In this episode of HiLow, James Pumphrey and Nolan Sykes compare a $900 Smittybilt 2783 Overlander roof top tent vs a $3500 iKamper Skycamp hard shell rooftop tent to see if more expensive equals more better.
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  • @gunfighterzero
    @gunfighterzero 2 роки тому +1722

    Glad to see low team actually got a fighting chance this time, going by the last two episodes I was expecting them to be given a garbage bag and a stick for a tent

    • @mktrollop1093
      @mktrollop1093 2 роки тому +92

      True! The winch was rediculous! A high lift jack instead would have won it, or just a cheap electric winch..

    • @aaronmonheim6428
      @aaronmonheim6428 2 роки тому +39

      I’d take the low tent, 110%

    • @AndrewAMartin
      @AndrewAMartin 2 роки тому +28

      @@aaronmonheim6428 Agreed. In addition to being heavier, mounting the iKamper up high significantly raises the center of gravity of their rig. We'll see if that affects their trip in the next video...

    • @tankerd1847
      @tankerd1847 2 роки тому +18

      Agreed 100%, they could've thrown a little more at low truck for the winch and lights without even approaching hi truck.

    • @gunfighterzero
      @gunfighterzero 2 роки тому +3

      @@mktrollop1093 exactly

  • @rentisdue6215
    @rentisdue6215 2 роки тому +1130

    I’ve been using that smittybilt tent for the past 4 years and I’ve had no problems with it. I’ve absolutely loved it and used it a lot a lot

    • @FirstGendodgegarage
      @FirstGendodgegarage 2 роки тому +95

      How many fucks inside

    • @goose1168
      @goose1168 2 роки тому +1

      @@FirstGendodgegarage why do you care.

    • @pilsmon
      @pilsmon 2 роки тому +56

      @@goose1168 clearly thinking if its worth the investment O.O

    • @garyeanes4747
      @garyeanes4747 2 роки тому +40

      I have had the Smittybilt XL tent for 2 years (78 nights camping) and the small version like yours for 2 years prior. They have both been very well built IMO and survived numerous hard thunderstorms in Colorado, Utah, Big Bend, New Mexico and the Texas coast. One trick to any roof top tent IMO is to get an air mattress. For the small Smittybilt, I used a full-size. For the XL, I use a queen size air mattress. A Ryobi 18v compressor inflates it in just 2 minutes. Best part is that since the air mattress takes up MUCH less room when deflated, you gain a TON of additional storage when the tent is closed (prior to putting on the travel cover. I can actually store 2 small duffels and a few other items in the space the foam mattress used to occupy. You just fold the tent closed and the the one side (between the hinges) will be wide open to load up stuff. Once loaded, put the cover on and roll.

    • @catylastgaming614
      @catylastgaming614 2 роки тому +7

      Im looking at getting one rn but idk yet if 1400 is good for a roof tent im putting on my bed of my avalanche

  • @mascatrails661
    @mascatrails661 2 роки тому +531

    Yeah dude for $3500 I'd expect at least some lights and USB plugs. Low truck def won the tent challenge in my book. I would like to see them tested in a snowy night though...

    • @Nickles4
      @Nickles4 2 роки тому +12

      I feel like a newer truck would be perfect for that because of the truck bed outlets.

    • @SuperFlowback
      @SuperFlowback Рік тому +36

      Light and usb charger with a solar panel on top to power them. Definitely not worth $3500 in my book. A pop up tent Rv would be a better option and I’ve seen those for $3500 and up. Those also come with a toilet, sink and an actual twin/full bed

    • @bhanjin4829
      @bhanjin4829 Рік тому +10

      @@SuperFlowback I’ve had many experiences in them but there fucked with how long it takes to setup and put down even with multiple people

    • @davidsobrito2790
      @davidsobrito2790 Рік тому +2

      low team's noise in the tent is a deal breaker for me

    • @se7ense7ens37
      @se7ense7ens37 Рік тому +6

      @@bhanjin4829 thank you!! Yes as someone who used to go camping in one of those they are SUCH A FUCKING PAIN IN THE ASS to set up!! It’s funny cause you underestimate it until you actually have to set it up😹

  • @reviewedsnail6086
    @reviewedsnail6086 Рік тому +29

    My wife saw me watching this video and said, "That looks cool! We should get one of those!" We took our two kids camping for the first time in our new smittybilt XL on our first gen sequoia for Memorial Day. Lots of fun! Thanks!

  • @binary1123
    @binary1123 2 роки тому +2621

    Bruh we need a full episode of the trip, that must HAVE** been fun as hell, like a vlog or something

    • @b.east42
      @b.east42 2 роки тому +37

      YES PLEASE

    • @zack9912000
      @zack9912000 2 роки тому +41

      I am sure they are editing that show

    • @andrewlewis5251
      @andrewlewis5251 2 роки тому +40

      Part of the paid membership to them :(

    • @heidi_homsestol2728
      @heidi_homsestol2728 2 роки тому +2

      Next video

    • @Heroo01
      @Heroo01 2 роки тому +20

      HAVE, must HAVE or must've
      must of makes no sense

  • @Real_Jcan
    @Real_Jcan 2 роки тому +764

    Give Nolan the high team next season. I would love to see how James n Zach deal with the cheaper more labour intensive parts

    • @sk8xaq
      @sk8xaq 2 роки тому +93

      There were several episodes this season when the expensive parts were much more labor intensive. But yeah, Aaron and Nolan deserve to ball out next.

    • @cornpop21
      @cornpop21 2 роки тому +1

      yes

    • @kuntrryboy7078
      @kuntrryboy7078 2 роки тому +1

      I'd love to see that. Dought it happens though sense this isnt Nolans brain child

    • @tankerd1847
      @tankerd1847 2 роки тому +2

      I also feel like Jobe has the skillset to get the most out of cheaper mods as well.

    • @glaucuscefiro9043
      @glaucuscefiro9043 2 роки тому

      @@sk8xaq I dont think Nolan wants to

  • @SoCalBayouMan
    @SoCalBayouMan 2 роки тому +66

    I keep on coming back to this video because it reinvigorated my desire for camping. Pre-eighteen, my family and I used to go camping like 8-10 times a year, but as you get more experience, you start upgrading more. We went from a tent, to tent trailer, to trailer, to RV, and once you start getting up there it feels less-and-less like camping and more like a hassle because of all the preparation.
    Roof-top tents really feel like a great mix between tent camping with modern amenities to make it easier.

    • @justicedemocrat9357
      @justicedemocrat9357 Рік тому

      That's so hot bro did you ever catch your parents banging in their tent?

  • @cameronharvey4746
    @cameronharvey4746 2 роки тому +13

    It's actually ridiculous that this content is free considering how high quality and well done it is in general.

  • @Drummercommander
    @Drummercommander 2 роки тому +644

    PLEASE make the finale an extra long video. I love Donut in general and this series is the best!

  • @zachaliles
    @zachaliles 2 роки тому +450

    I like how James doesn't try to hide the fact that he's just as baffled at these prices as we are.

    • @KTMcaptain
      @KTMcaptain 2 роки тому +28

      It’s cause people are stupid enough to pay these prices. I’d pay $500 for something durable. My $115 tent sets up in under 3 minutes, but takes like 10 minutes to put away. WOW so long. My bed tent takes like 10 minutes to setup and 3 minutes to put away. Biggest downside to the bed tent is clearing the bed.

    • @luisg1653
      @luisg1653 2 роки тому +9

      I roll with a ground tent. Cost me $80 and goes up in 5 minutes. Goes down in 5 minutes. I don't have to drive around with some shit on my truck and don't need to find a spot to store it. Plus if I don't want to put my stuff away to go for a drive, I leave it where it is.

    • @alitty3224
      @alitty3224 2 роки тому +1

      Luis G good points! I enjoy the rooftop tent and I think my lady likes it more haha. The gas sucks on it but I’m in a Jeep anyways. The Jeep barley has any storage so it’s cool to keep pillows and such in the tent and also have a foam mattress to sleep on

    • @Skinflaps_Meatslapper
      @Skinflaps_Meatslapper 2 роки тому +7

      I sleep in the seat of the truck. Takes like, no minutes to set up or put away. And it's air conditioned.

    • @badsamaritan8223
      @badsamaritan8223 2 роки тому

      @@Skinflaps_Meatslapper I've got a mattress in the back of my Rav4. I can sleep anywhere, and no one will even know there's someone sleeping in it.

  • @chartaiwan
    @chartaiwan 2 роки тому +93

    These guys make you wish you could hang out with them, friendly cool, humble, and still manage to deliver such a great content. Netflix spends $$$$ creating shows that are not even close to the level of engagements this team can achieve. Just marvellous to see this happening. Thanks DONUT!

    • @vic_cresss
      @vic_cresss Рік тому

      YES

    • @SlapStyleAnims
      @SlapStyleAnims Рік тому

      Absolutely. I’m quite new to being into cars and am intimated at times by all the knowledge and complexity of them. However, I’d feel quite chill around this team and wouldn’t feel like I didn’t belong or wouldn’t be welcome at all.

  • @Warumnicht23
    @Warumnicht23 2 роки тому +30

    I personally think that the expensive one is better for colder areas since the completely closed up side will protect you from wind. I’m really curious about the Isolation difference

  • @hawkeallen1319
    @hawkeallen1319 2 роки тому +327

    Yo I hope we get an hour long ep of this road trip.

    • @BiggestNightmareJim
      @BiggestNightmareJim 2 роки тому +1

      I would be ok with 3 ;)

    • @rajub5200
      @rajub5200 2 роки тому +1

      Yes plz

    • @bittersmaybe
      @bittersmaybe 2 роки тому

      Yooooo i didnt think of that, it would be sick

    • @chopchop1488
      @chopchop1488 2 роки тому

      An hour long😭
      No

    • @GioDrago
      @GioDrago 2 роки тому +4

      they had the footage but something happened to high truck @4:09 the bumper hanging off held up by the winch

  • @doubledangerous7898
    @doubledangerous7898 2 роки тому +1320

    It’s been great to see Nolan get more confident/competent over the years. Charge on big man!

  • @castrinecubique983
    @castrinecubique983 9 місяців тому +7

    Regarding camping in winter, someone else might have already answered, but the low tent seems to be more apt for it.
    Number one priority in winter camping is sufficient ventilation, to avoid condensation, that will get your sleeping bag humid, and thus, ineffective to keep you warm.
    Second most important thing is to have enough support in case it snows during the night. Snow doesn't drip down the roof, and it's heavy.
    We had a surprise snowfall during the night on mother's day weekend.... one of the tents collapsed... that's how the occupants woke up 😬

  • @TexRobNC
    @TexRobNC 2 роки тому +49

    The real lesson we should have all learned from this series is, thoughtful choices and a good selection of high and low end items that FIT your needs, is where to spend your money. If you get the wrong thing, you'll never get past that

  • @ericblaine1316
    @ericblaine1316 2 роки тому +143

    Have owned both tents and spent ~ 40 nights in each and this assessment is spot on. Skycamp is nice but would expect more for the price. USB chargers, lights? Something other than fabric map.

  • @The_Professional_Hobbiest
    @The_Professional_Hobbiest 2 роки тому +621

    James: "HiTrucks tent is 3.5 times more expensive than LowTrucks".
    Me: "HiTrucks tent is 3 times more expensive than my car lol".

    • @alexflosho
      @alexflosho 2 роки тому +3

      Oof

    • @badabing2302
      @badabing2302 2 роки тому +6

      But u own it right ? No payment no nothin

    • @TheRealElmoSkateTeam
      @TheRealElmoSkateTeam 2 роки тому +3

      I paid 600 for my tahoe I feel that haha

    • @seangallagher9192
      @seangallagher9192 2 роки тому +5

      i paid 500 for my s10 runs and drives just needed seats, so the ride home was scary

    • @theBrosDurham
      @theBrosDurham 2 роки тому +1

      Sleep in the car gang ayyy

  • @billyb7119
    @billyb7119 2 роки тому +82

    Is it just me or does even $900 for a tent with a floor seem batshit insane?

    • @tonyrobinson3342
      @tonyrobinson3342 8 місяців тому +2

      then you wont pay $7500 for one

    • @colecampbell1906
      @colecampbell1906 6 місяців тому +2

      @@tonyrobinson3342 no sane person would.

    • @JOFEGUBAN
      @JOFEGUBAN 5 місяців тому +2

      Yes that shit should cost no more than 500

    • @michaelelias2300
      @michaelelias2300 4 місяці тому +1

      I got mine for roughly $750 from the wholesaler before tax. From a material perspective, was it even worth that amount? Probably not, but the level of convenience of being able to get a comfortable night of sleep after traveling all day is pretty nice ngl and in the long run you can save quite a bit of money.

    • @colecampbell1906
      @colecampbell1906 4 місяці тому

      @@michaelelias2300 there's still other options that are more convenient and way cheaper though. That's why it seems kinda like a waste of money.

  • @kingmonday2918
    @kingmonday2918 5 місяців тому +1

    I love watching these dudes, they're so real.
    Just open, honest, and genuine guys that love doing what they do. Classic.

  • @OcAirsoft
    @OcAirsoft 2 роки тому +3856

    Both builds are looking super sick at this point. I’d buy either if I had the chance.

    • @anasevi9456
      @anasevi9456 2 роки тому +75

      I would go cheap no doubt, the expensive one as Pumphrey said left too much Wow factor on the table;. In place of a map;
      hard topped one could have easily integrated so much more a soft tent could not: An little 20-40watt exterior solar panel, a battery pack with a tender to prevent overcharge/heat, interior lighting, usb charger for fans/mobile and still have room for an acrylic window.
      Solar panels, wiring and acrylics hate kinking. In this day and age that could increase build cost by $300 tops. If it had that, I would pay $3k or it.

    • @garbagetrash2938
      @garbagetrash2938 2 роки тому +27

      Both builds would still go for $15k+ on craigslist rn. :(

    • @325spoon
      @325spoon 2 роки тому +1

      Posting videos ab negative disputes in Airsoft is bad PR for growing the game

    • @KGisthename
      @KGisthename 2 роки тому +4

      @@325spoon Not only wrong comment section, but wrong planet there bud. I guess you like airsoft and cars though. I ain't mad @ ya 😏
      Shoot straight and keep it in the fast lane.

    • @l0g1cl22
      @l0g1cl22 2 роки тому +2

      Oc, what are you doin here 😂

  • @Mrtrevbot
    @Mrtrevbot 2 роки тому +152

    I feel like the ability to close the camper with your sleeping bags already in the tent should even out the extra minute on LoTrucks setup and make the setup a draw.

  • @ExploringwithLeah
    @ExploringwithLeah 10 місяців тому +1

    Love this comparison video guys! Been doing a lot of research on which RTT are the best. This helps me a lot to decide! Thanks again! 👍🏼

  • @scottyellis3442
    @scottyellis3442 Рік тому

    Enjoy all your videos, they really help in asking the one question that everyone ask.👍🏻👍🏻

  • @ryansouza8584
    @ryansouza8584 2 роки тому +107

    I spent my hard earned money on that exact same smittybilt and I love it. I’ve camped in the rain, the wind and the snow with it and it’s been fantastic.

    • @CannonRaw
      @CannonRaw 2 роки тому +10

      Agreed from what I saw in their footage. It seemed to be a better investment for more weather that happens. Rain, snow, or just windy conditions.

    • @rocketappliantist4969
      @rocketappliantist4969 2 роки тому +2

      How cold is too cold?

    • @schwuzi
      @schwuzi 2 роки тому +1

      @@rocketappliantist4969 Depends on your sleeping bag. Being protected from wind and rain/snowfall is the most important thing.

    • @CannonRaw
      @CannonRaw 2 роки тому

      @@rocketappliantist4969 like if you're going hunting or fishing in the boonies. Having a hard shell would be nice in below zero temperatures.

  • @mattyforlife
    @mattyforlife 2 роки тому +333

    I really would like to have the roles switched for the next season. Nolan gets the expensive parts and James gets the cheap ones.

    • @user-hd8ej8yx9p
      @user-hd8ej8yx9p 2 роки тому +5

      Copy paste

    • @isaacyoung2709
      @isaacyoung2709 2 роки тому +1

      Couldn’t agree more!

    • @demonking2679
      @demonking2679 2 роки тому

      Yes

    • @aaronscholl
      @aaronscholl 2 роки тому +6

      For real! I always feel bad for Nolan for getting the budget stuff.

    • @Patty-vo4nz
      @Patty-vo4nz 2 роки тому +5

      Nolan seems like a really Nice humble guy but James seems like he isn’t soo I think if they flip the roles it might be a bit of a nightmare

  • @f8-4-4n-fighter8
    @f8-4-4n-fighter8 Рік тому +1

    This channel really is a gem. I hope they continue to make content like this.

  • @AshBloodFox
    @AshBloodFox 2 роки тому +7

    As someone who lives in Colorado I find this episode exceedingly funny.
    Also if you love the outdoors, the San Juan mountain range is one of the most beautiful places here.

  • @chrisburrows9086
    @chrisburrows9086 2 роки тому +684

    James: "Some outdoor people are gross, and they sleep on the ground!"
    Me: *cries in backpacker*

    • @hecktec7682
      @hecktec7682 2 роки тому +10

      *Laughs in hammock* still gross though :/

    • @camdenryan764
      @camdenryan764 2 роки тому +8

      Me: cry’s in Boy Scout

    • @castortoutnu
      @castortoutnu 2 роки тому +5

      Me: laughs while Couchsurfing

    • @scprepper2672
      @scprepper2672 2 роки тому +11

      Cries in infantry

    • @double-you3409
      @double-you3409 2 роки тому +14

      You can hike to places 1000x more beautiful than the prettiest place you can drive to.

  • @iamthewun
    @iamthewun 2 роки тому +3

    Great video guys. We have low team $900 tent. Same ladder. 3 weeks ago we were camping in the Victorian high country (Australia). Around midnight the wife got up to go to the bathroom. She couldn't find the ladder, turned around and slipped from the very top. Broke both wrists and faceplanted, leaving gravel embedded in her face, a huge lump and needing stitches in various places. 4 hr drive out to a hospital. (Needless to say it could have even worse) Those ladders are DANGEROUS! We will likely get rid of our tent now, but I would definitely recommend grip tape on the rungs (and maybe a fall mat!)

  • @thevineproductions3182
    @thevineproductions3182 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for this! I have been back-and-forth with buying a tent, and this really helps!

  • @oscarmollenhauer3083
    @oscarmollenhauer3083 2 роки тому +127

    At 16 seconds in, I love how you put the Bigfoot walking past in the background between the 2 trucks.😁

    • @gw2079
      @gw2079 2 роки тому +5

      Thanks, I would have never seen that.

    • @LitoBreeze
      @LitoBreeze 2 роки тому +3

      Yooooo how did I miss that? lmaoooo I love these guys

    • @chuckkissel2785
      @chuckkissel2785 2 роки тому +1

      I thought I was going to be the only one that saw that. LOL

    • @madkills10
      @madkills10 2 роки тому

      i thought id see more comments about this but i guess lots of people missed it haha

  • @jdapaetz
    @jdapaetz 2 роки тому +381

    I need to know what happened to high truck’s bumper, and potentially a revisit on that episode’s outcome since it bent up so easily.

    • @styledliving
      @styledliving 2 роки тому +57

      So with Tacomas (all models), the mounts for the bumper bolt into where the crash bar was. These are very thin plates since it was only ever designed and engineered to absorb impact, not the opposite and pull other vehicles up mountains, hills, and out of ditches.
      A common upgrade for anyone who actually uses their winch or recovery points on plate bumpers is to cut the original mount off, and replace it with fabricated brackets from thicker plate steel and fillet weld them to the frame.
      Another popular and sturdy option is a BAMF Front bumper reinforcement brackets from 2005-current models.

    • @putnamehereholdmadoodle
      @putnamehereholdmadoodle 2 роки тому +6

      @@styledliving buy a bar that is designed to be used to recover. I do on my 4x4. Plus two rated.recovery points at the front and one at the rear. It's only like 150aud dollar to do this.

    • @timothybrant3765
      @timothybrant3765 2 роки тому +10

      I was wondering if anyone else noticed that, I would definitely like to see what happened

    • @putnamehereholdmadoodle
      @putnamehereholdmadoodle 2 роки тому +1

      @@timothybrant3765 they touched tips and low car won.

    • @alexrasmussen6234
      @alexrasmussen6234 2 роки тому +3

      @@styledliving that is pretty common among first gen owners, but when the bumper is installed correctly it isn’t necessary. After they initially received slew of complaints about it, ARB added mounting hardware into the kit for the bumper brackets to be essentially pinned in place through the frame with a 3/8” gr. 5 bolt and a sleeve. One of the guys at the 4x4 shop I buy parts from actually worked at ARB when they figured this out. This got rid of the issue but the ARB instructions are so poor that most people don’t do it when they install. I honestly wouldn’t have known to do it if I hadn’t heard it from the guys at the shop. My guess is that they didn’t do this when they installed the bumper, which then put all the strain from the winch on the, frankly flimsy, frame endcaps.

  • @Tcustoms
    @Tcustoms Рік тому +1

    1:32 James getting ready to say except the ocean

  • @duin2in
    @duin2in 2 роки тому +5

    This was awesome, thank you for making this video. I dont go camping that often but want to buy a roof top tent and make a point to get out there more often. Can't really justify spending 4k on a tent and don't want to completely throw away $1000 if the cheaper tent is garbage. Definitely going to add a RTT to the list now!

  • @treywithane9372
    @treywithane9372 2 роки тому +503

    “Honey wake up, a new Hi Low episode” -My supermodel wife

    • @EddieTheGreat.
      @EddieTheGreat. 2 роки тому +21

      @@elenorsolagracia7787 stop spamming these comments

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      @stevenortega4200 2 роки тому +31

      I was personally awoken by my 3 weed smoking girlfriends (yes they smoke weed)

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      @notshubhransh 2 роки тому +2

      @@elenorsolagracia7787 heck

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      @user-sj8oy8oi4r 2 роки тому +1

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    • @MrMinnesoda
      @MrMinnesoda 2 роки тому +1

      I believe it.

  • @vitaminbleach1217
    @vitaminbleach1217 2 роки тому +283

    It’s always a great day when hi low comes out with a new episode

    • @hermatred572
      @hermatred572 2 роки тому +3

      @MMI💝 delete your account

  • @omerbayrak1808
    @omerbayrak1808 3 місяці тому

    Dudes thank you for sharing this video. I was keep looking for budget overland build. You have it.

  • @CantBeFucked69420
    @CantBeFucked69420 2 роки тому +18

    I put my rooftop on a trailer, that way I could have it up high, and put some stabilising legs on to stop it rocking. My tent is also pretty similar to low teams, but has a second tent that attaches to the underside around the ladder.

  • @HeyItsANerd
    @HeyItsANerd 2 роки тому +839

    This video for me is a huge win for Donut, they’ve expanded their brand to the point where everyone can enjoy, and the production quality is insane. You guys have come a long way, and it’s awesome!

    • @getonthecrossanddontlookba5004
      @getonthecrossanddontlookba5004 2 роки тому +7

      Repent to Jesus Christ!!!!
      “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is-his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
      ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12:2‬ ‭NIV‬‬

    • @New-zm5vu
      @New-zm5vu 2 роки тому

      Yeah, it's a bit of a change. But I really did enjoy the documentary style builds of the past. See the process I'm not a big fan of the revised build overview and review format. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

    • @BackcountryTreks
      @BackcountryTreks Рік тому

      @@getonthecrossanddontlookba5004 shut up 🤐

    • @pyronic120120
      @pyronic120120 11 місяців тому +2

      totally agree dude. These guys remind me a lot of the old top gear crew. They are genuinely funny. They aren't forcing the jokes. And when they are forcing the jokes, that's part of the Joke. Glad to have these guys helping me wean off of the old top gear trio as they barely do anything new now a days. Which is understandable considering their age as well.

  • @dirtydan6098
    @dirtydan6098 2 роки тому +96

    This is one of my favorite series ever on UA-cam. All Donut’s teams personally it’s awesome

  • @twofi5e
    @twofi5e 2 роки тому +3

    I love how you guys put a comedic element into the video while still explaining the differences of cheaper vs. more expensive. I laughed quite a few times.

  • @wattsong762
    @wattsong762 2 роки тому

    i'm so happy i found this! love the feel of the vid

  • @travishabursky4362
    @travishabursky4362 2 роки тому +277

    “The downside is that we can’t see out of the back of our truck, we can only use our mirrors.”
    Me: *Laughs in semi with 60 inch sleeper*

    • @aaaccc1598
      @aaaccc1598 2 роки тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/O1dktmkP6_o/v-deo.html

    • @travishabursky4362
      @travishabursky4362 2 роки тому

      @@aaaccc1598 exactly.

    • @sostrucking
      @sostrucking 2 роки тому +4

      I thought same thing

    • @lostlune
      @lostlune 2 роки тому +1

      after market tow mirrors

    • @PhallacEye
      @PhallacEye 2 роки тому

      Or just hookup a rear-view camera (if your 4x4 doesn't already have one). They are cheap as.

  • @deejayimm
    @deejayimm 2 роки тому +210

    I love how the mounting was a draw, like there's literally no contesting the fact that the Smittybilt is better in that regard.
    It's also interesting that the ikamper won the setup contest even though the Smittybilt took a minute longer but is ready to sleep in when you're done with it, whereas with the ikamper you still have to go get all your shit that you're going to put inside of it.

    • @giadalussu1922
      @giadalussu1922 2 роки тому +5

      Yes, bit I think it was more of an issue of the rack they installed behing too beefy and not compatible with the tent

    • @deejayimm
      @deejayimm 2 роки тому +13

      @@giadalussu1922 I understand that, that's part of the design of the smittybuilt. It's designed to be easy to mount, which is why it should have won that. I mean I dont care, I dont have any SB products, or a rooftop tent, it just didnt seem fair.

    • @robbennett
      @robbennett 2 роки тому +21

      Kinda liked the light bar review. Cheap light bar was winning till the last minute and they all changed minds for no reason

    • @jaredslattery4584
      @jaredslattery4584 2 роки тому +6

      I own a "iKamper 1.0" and can say that the mounting should be a draw. It really is luck of the draw when it comes to install. I know mine can literally be taken on or off in less than 2 min. With the use of a cordless drill driver. As far as being able to store your bedding under the shell, it has to be done in an exact way or it won't close but it does hold it. Biggest reason I switched to an I camper was the shell blocks the wind when set up right and I was able to comfortably sleep my wife and I and our two kids (4 and 5 y/o). It makes the overlanding experience fun because your only spending 10 - 20 min breaking camp in the morning so you can move to the next area and it keeps everything relatively clean. Breaking camp with a tent on the ground can get pretty dirty in my experience.

    • @deejayimm
      @deejayimm 2 роки тому +3

      @@jaredslattery4584 I'm not taking anything away from the ikamper, I'm just simply saying that the Smittybilt has been designed to be very easily mountable just about anywhere.
      Anytime you make a product that is one-size-fits-all, it's not going to be as good in some places as a specific product like the ikamper, but will also be better in others. Of course this is a sample set of one, and everyone's experience will be different, but there's just something dishonest about them literally showing that the Smittybilt is easier to mount and setup, but then saying the ikamper is....

  • @therealtashiro
    @therealtashiro 2 роки тому

    Great video guys! Thanks!

  • @clintrapisora7284
    @clintrapisora7284 10 місяців тому +1

    Ive seen this video many times, usually during lunch breaks. This bit always cracks me up 14:51 and 15:00

  • @andrew5909
    @andrew5909 2 роки тому +148

    I wanna watch James squirm doing a low car while Nolan gets to brag about having hi car that would be gold

    • @B.E.Z.nOtLayZ
      @B.E.Z.nOtLayZ 2 роки тому +3

      Next series they definitely should. Do old school Rat Rods!

    • @OvernightCrew
      @OvernightCrew 2 роки тому +3

      That would be real cool for them to switch it up

  • @abeliiibecerra5281
    @abeliiibecerra5281 2 роки тому +107

    Zach sleeping wedged against the corner of the tent reminds me of when I was a kid. Coolest and most comfortable spot on the bed. 🤣

  • @dabblingoutdoors
    @dabblingoutdoors 2 роки тому

    Great review guys. I have enjoyed all your videos so far. Found you guys as I researched rooftop tents for my M416 trailer

  • @sisyphus883
    @sisyphus883 Рік тому

    You guys made some great points thanks

  • @Damian-jp5fp
    @Damian-jp5fp 2 роки тому +79

    Im on the super budget: bought a normal tent and put a wood platform on my roof rack.

    • @946towguy2
      @946towguy2 2 роки тому

      Same, except I made my own rack from unistrut.

    • @Superwoodputtie
      @Superwoodputtie 2 роки тому +2

      Look at this person hogging all the brain cells

    • @HrHaakon
      @HrHaakon 2 роки тому +1

      A wood pallet is actually a great insulator from the ground. If you're already going there in a truck, I recommend trying it out.

    • @946towguy2
      @946towguy2 2 роки тому +6

      @@HrHaakon Plastic pallets have worked even better for me. No splinters or torn tents/tarps.

    • @HrHaakon
      @HrHaakon 2 роки тому +1

      @@946towguy2
      I've only used pretty heavy tents, and have had no problems, so I didn't even think of that. Good suggestion!

  • @LockieNZ
    @LockieNZ 2 роки тому +147

    It's a good quality map when they remember to put New Zealand on it

    • @angelarch5352
      @angelarch5352 2 роки тому +2

      is there an Old Zealand?

    • @giovannil8244
      @giovannil8244 2 роки тому +3

      @@angelarch5352 Old Zealand is a region in the Netherlands

    • @munrowilson4119
      @munrowilson4119 2 роки тому

      Tasmania as well, that's a good map

    • @mtb416
      @mtb416 2 роки тому

      That little guy? Don’t worry about that little guy.

    • @munrowilson4119
      @munrowilson4119 2 роки тому

      @@mtb416 I worry about the little guy cos I live in the little guy

  • @wesleydeitz4183
    @wesleydeitz4183 Рік тому

    Of course I saw this the day after my tough decision between smittybilt vs. Ikamper but I think you guys just made me happy with my smittybilt choice thanks guys!

  • @darkskull5790
    @darkskull5790 2 роки тому

    These are the best off road shots and videography 😍🔥👏🙌

  • @bubbaries
    @bubbaries 2 роки тому +109

    LOVE the Sasquatch cameo at 0:16, y’all are the best 😂

  • @bills.771
    @bills.771 2 роки тому +169

    Dudes!! Really hoping to see a WTF video that shows how the Hi Truck's front bumper got bent so bad. (minutes 5:01 and 10:38).

  • @bunzen0knatzen
    @bunzen0knatzen 2 роки тому

    The really nice jacket sentiment at 4:52 really resonates.
    Now that I've been working for a while and buying myself nicer things for a change, I feel like my opinion on buying expensive things has changed a lot.
    Biggest thing so far is I went from a 2010 Mazda 3 with 100k+ miles to a 2020 ND2 RF and, my god, I actually enjoy driving to work now lol.
    I even bought myself something other than a 10$ digital watch (me from even 2019 wouldn't believe it).
    Anyway this series is awesome! Keep up the good work frens

  • @Ryuuma94
    @Ryuuma94 2 роки тому +9

    I kinda want the teams to swap if you guys do a next season. Would love to see Nolan get to work on Hi-Car :)

  • @tylerrking6999
    @tylerrking6999 2 роки тому +148

    Everyone being so nice to Nolan after being a minute slower on the setup was so wholesome. Making sure the bro doesn’t feel bad, that’s real friendship. James was even like “there’s not a lot of oxygen up here too” 😂🥺❤️

    • @jjcoola998
      @jjcoola998 2 роки тому +3

      Yeah when he commented on the oxygen level I got the bromance tingles

  • @grahamtalsma2495
    @grahamtalsma2495 2 роки тому +915

    Donut is definitely capable of remaking this content into a "top gear" style special. Just saying...

    • @soundwaves2453
      @soundwaves2453 2 роки тому +29

      the top gear america has been waiting for

    • @claytonbearden7793
      @claytonbearden7793 2 роки тому +14

      Yeah the british TG crew made their own caravans and lets say absolutely tragic hilarity ensued.

    • @Jason-im3pz
      @Jason-im3pz Рік тому +9

      And they manage to get a top gear feel without trying too hard to be top gear

  • @NeXtarProducts
    @NeXtarProducts 2 роки тому +1

    This is a great series!

  • @CrazyDog651
    @CrazyDog651 2 роки тому +5

    This video makes me appreciate what we can get in Australia.

  • @B.E.Z.nOtLayZ
    @B.E.Z.nOtLayZ 2 роки тому +70

    I believe it when James said, "I tested our friendships.".

  • @richiemooa
    @richiemooa 2 роки тому +59

    So sad that this season is ending. What a great show! Keep it up guys!

  • @Lurkur
    @Lurkur Рік тому

    Great video with what looks like a great group of friends!

  • @matthewfox1017
    @matthewfox1017 Рік тому

    See I’m in FL. Hearing you say it was the middle of summer and beautiful out, sounds amazing.

  • @josered-bro5710
    @josered-bro5710 2 роки тому +66

    as an avid offroad enjoyer, I would love a full hour long video of donut media offroading. something along the lines of 4wd Australia/4wd247

  • @colorado_offroad_lv
    @colorado_offroad_lv 2 роки тому +79

    We need a full like hour long special of this trip!

    • @GlycerinZ
      @GlycerinZ 2 роки тому +1

      @gelas lawas What was that dumb ass video for?

    • @PrograError
      @PrograError 2 роки тому +1

      @@GlycerinZ bot promo bs

  • @florindagonzalez5700
    @florindagonzalez5700 8 місяців тому

    I laughed so many times in this video. Thank you. Humor was on point.

  • @Greenmandog13
    @Greenmandog13 Рік тому +1

    I have been thinking of getting a roof top tent for a while now. My biggest thing was either hardshell or soft. From this, I didn't even think about the hardshell side not having a window, which isn't a huge thing but definitely not ideal. It would also be great to have the bed set up in there all the time, which the hardshell can not.
    I also didn't quite think of the truck bed accessibility but not much you can do about that except putting in drawers. Great video though for sure

  • @RaytellSmokes74
    @RaytellSmokes74 2 роки тому +48

    Love the artwork of the HiLow intro. I even noticed the upgrades you guys have done so far in the animation. Nicely done!

  • @padrescout
    @padrescout 2 роки тому +185

    Buy a 900 dollar roof rack tent "put it on the ground."
    Pretty compelling argument to just get a nice 200 dollar regular tent.

    • @NeonFreakC
      @NeonFreakC 2 роки тому +37

      ... and then put the regular tent on a sheet of plywood on the top of the car

    • @T-Dawg123a
      @T-Dawg123a 2 роки тому +1

      Yeah just a fold up ground tent would be nice. Maybe some wheels on one end. Pull it out of your truck roll it to a flat spot and have it unfold like low teams tent. When your done camping just fold it. Wheel it to the truck and slid it on top of the stuff in your bed. If the tent had straps on it with a ratchet that would be cool. Just hook it, rachet it down with your stuff under it and your good to go. Someone needs to make something like that

    • @JourneywithBrandon
      @JourneywithBrandon 2 роки тому +1

      When I'm out and it rains, it pours. It's very nice to be off the ground. I might be making an investment here soon...

  • @josearciniega8779
    @josearciniega8779 2 роки тому

    first sponsor ad I haven't skipped in the start of the video

  • @wayawolf1967
    @wayawolf1967 Рік тому

    Both are nice and keep you off of the ground which is great when the weather takes a turn for the worse you can just keep sleeping. As an older dude I prefer my Palomino slide in pop up truck camper. It takes 5 minutes to set up not rushing and 10 to break down no hurry. Yes its pricey but at 4 in the morning when nature calls, it has a bathroom with toilet and shower. The 2500 HD Silverado diesel that I put it on gets the same mileage as my FJ would get with a rooftop tent so.......... Great video guys. Keep them coming.

  • @chadhorton1901
    @chadhorton1901 2 роки тому +23

    This channels development has been so satisfying. It’s like a mix of top gear and head to head.

    • @Hoi4ofgender
      @Hoi4ofgender 2 роки тому

      God I miss classic MT head 2 head. It's nice to see that Jason is still getting good work.

  • @joshparton6444
    @joshparton6444 2 роки тому +47

    I hope there's a huge episode of B roll footage of you guys just enjoying the camping and outdoors.

  • @Rdr2enjoyer195
    @Rdr2enjoyer195 2 роки тому

    I love these videos. 😩😩🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @mikeinjapan2004
    @mikeinjapan2004 Рік тому

    "Body heat... (started to stutter)" was so funny 😁

  • @DanLMH
    @DanLMH 2 роки тому +131

    Next hi-low needs a team swap, James on low, Nolan on hi

  • @Ethan13-
    @Ethan13- 2 роки тому +60

    I really love watching these videos because being someone who wants to buy all the stuff that they have, this is a really fun and helpful series

    • @caleblewis1445
      @caleblewis1445 2 роки тому +1

      Exactly my thought.. I've been looking into buying a roof tent.

    • @joesalerno64
      @joesalerno64 2 роки тому +1

      Be careful and do more research. These are fun videos, but it's not hard to tell these are car guys. Some of the things they've done and explained in this series haven't been very accurate.

    • @Ethan13-
      @Ethan13- 2 роки тому

      This is true

  • @shirlzitting647
    @shirlzitting647 11 місяців тому

    I like the ending:
    What's your favorite quote?
    "BURP"! Nice

  • @murdiesel
    @murdiesel Рік тому

    Smittybilt on a K1500 Contractors ladder rack. Great straight forward video, thank you!

  • @C4_stephen
    @C4_stephen 2 роки тому +465

    To be honest, sleeping in a vehicle seems way easier than my homeless uncle made it seem 🤭

    • @edopt7204
      @edopt7204 2 роки тому +13

      if you have money haha

    • @TrillMurray
      @TrillMurray 2 роки тому +17

      Maybe a drug addiction ruined his overlanding experience 🤔

    • @umhewwo8006
      @umhewwo8006 2 роки тому +37

      Sleeping and living in a vehicle are two very different things

    • @koreymann2493
      @koreymann2493 2 роки тому +1

      100% this

    • @graphicsgod
      @graphicsgod 2 роки тому +1

      @@umhewwo8006 I've done both in my Camaro!

  • @andyking3610
    @andyking3610 2 роки тому +158

    every time James opens he always sounds like "I can't believe we spent this much on this thing."

  • @afk4lfe822
    @afk4lfe822 Рік тому

    I love camping stuff, please do more

  • @tonyrobinson3342
    @tonyrobinson3342 8 місяців тому

    Yep I have a ALU CAB rooftop tent and it is brilliant it is built to last a lifetime I have had it 12 months now and it has stood up to the harsh conditions I have been camping

  • @carsonspeedster149
    @carsonspeedster149 2 роки тому +270

    I love these Hi Lo series; particularly this offroad season. Excited to see the finale and looking forward to the next Hi Lo!
    Team Hi is Cool, but I'm broke AF and have wheeled HARD with budget stuff, so Team Lo all the way

    • @observingrogue7652
      @observingrogue7652 2 роки тому +3

      I hope the next Hi-Lo is motorcycling, a homemade electric car, or homemade electric motorcycle.

    • @observingrogue7652
      @observingrogue7652 2 роки тому +2

      Motorcycling, as restoring & upgrading a gas-bike. Even a turbo or supercharger kit.

  • @calholli
    @calholli 2 роки тому +43

    You guys need to "add a leaf" in the rear and make the suspension more load bearing.

    • @nimbleryan735
      @nimbleryan735 2 роки тому +4

      I was thinking that, L.truck not so much but H.truck was cl clearly visible

    • @outdooraholic365
      @outdooraholic365 2 роки тому +9

      High truck - airbags, low truck-add a leaf.

    • @michaelkeaton5394
      @michaelkeaton5394 2 роки тому

      It triggered me during the whole episode, it is really weird

    • @Frost640
      @Frost640 2 роки тому +2

      Yeah the helper leaf can make a huge difference, helped a coworker put a pair on his '90 Ram and we gained 1.5-2" from it.

    • @CoveringFish
      @CoveringFish 2 роки тому

      @Cryforequanimity nah you just buy the suspension last

  • @jaelhardin6401
    @jaelhardin6401 Рік тому +2

    I'd still go with the high team tint. Sure you have to angel the truck in the right spots but looks comfy with the dark colors. Both those tints went up quick af.

  • @wolfwoodphreak
    @wolfwoodphreak Рік тому

    if nothing else this show makes it REALLY good at showing you how to make YOUR car the best combo of Hi and Low parts so you never get more than you should while avoiding that which you deserve better than

  • @jeramimachado383
    @jeramimachado383 2 роки тому +31

    Got to love the Sasquatch cameo LOL

    • @kadenforrer6687
      @kadenforrer6687 2 роки тому +1

      Guys the link gave me 103 viruses

    • @jeramimachado383
      @jeramimachado383 2 роки тому +1

      Apparently the new meta is to spam comments with p*** or viruses

  • @abot4694
    @abot4694 2 роки тому +32

    This series is the best thing ever to come to Donut Media

  • @dmann1209
    @dmann1209 Рік тому

    Excellent review gentleman!

  • @rodneyhanbaum697
    @rodneyhanbaum697 2 роки тому

    very cool! new subscriber this morning! thanks for a great review and informative video!

  • @walterbryan1798
    @walterbryan1798 2 роки тому +166

    “Smitty built it, sooo…”
    -James
    That’s a good reason to buy it.

    • @potatopotatoeOG
      @potatopotatoeOG 2 роки тому

      😊idk who's on your profile pic but they smile nice.

    • @limafleksa
      @limafleksa 2 роки тому

      "You sunava bitch I'm in"

  • @niritdrori2671
    @niritdrori2671 2 роки тому +97

    the tacoma was a really good choice for this series

  • @Nuttyaf_
    @Nuttyaf_ Рік тому

    Love this episode in the series but regarding the “access of bed” you just have to plan your build around what you’re going to use it for and everything.

  • @masenlynn1177
    @masenlynn1177 2 роки тому

    You guys are literally a UA-cam Top Gear❤️

  • @joker432
    @joker432 2 роки тому +17

    Whoever thought of this series was a genius and needs a raise.

    • @aaaccc1598
      @aaaccc1598 2 роки тому

      I'm pretty sure they think so to with their $30 t-shirts