The latest rooftop tent from Thule, dubbed the Widesky, provides more than just a good night’s rest. Beyond the great living space, it’s relatively lightweight and a great match for almost any overland rig. While it isn’t the first tent we’ve seen with a sofa, it does put a spin on this awesome addition to your backcountry abode.
The Widesky is a pop-up style rooftop tent featuring two struts, a slope roof, plus massive doors and windows on three sides. The futon-style mattress lifts from the front end, and when it is in couch mode, the Widesky provides its namesake vistas.
“With Thule Widesky, we focused on creating a refined hardshell experience that feels just as comfortable during the day as it does at night,” Kajsa Levinsson, Thule’s Senior Category Manager, said in a statement. “It’s designed for people who value comfort and smart design, and who want a rooftop tent that invites them to sit back, relax, and enjoy the view.”
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Beyond the futon mattress, the Widesky features LED lights, interior storage pockets, and a collapsible aluminum ladder and storage bag that can stay in the tent when it isn’t in use. All of this comes in at a svelte 147 lbs. The tent measures 83 x 55 x 52 inches open, 83 x 55 x 7.9 inches closed, and it provides a 79 x 51 inches sleeping area. Even though it’s a pretty light tent, the Widesky is rated for a static load of 660 lbs.
We haven’t tested out a rooftop tent that’s oriented for you to sleep at the “narrow” end. Based on our experience with Alu Cab 3R’s option couch mattress, it’s great to have an upright seating position in your tent, especially during long winter nights and/or inclement weather.
The Widesky retails $3,999.95, firmly planting it amongst other premium rooftop tents. Given the features, building quality, and the excellent reputation of Thule products, we expect this tent to last years of backcountry travel.
