If you love the idea of camping, but the idea of pitching a tent and setting up camp, or the expense of a rooftop tent fills you with horror, then Thule has just the solution for you. The Thule Outset is the first tent on the market to easily mount directly on the towbar of your vehicle for quick installation.
Easy to use
Mounting the tent on your car’s towbar is easy and only requires one person. Simply wheel the tent to your vehicle, attach it to the towbar and pull the handle down to secure it, then lock it into place. Once at your destination, setting up the tent just takes a couple of minutes. If you want to head out for a quick trip with your vehicle once the tent is set up, simply detach it from your vehicle.
When mounted on the towbar, the tent tilts to allow access to the vehicle’s cargo area.
The aerodynamic rear location of the tent means less impact on your fuel economy or battery range. It’s also a way of freeing up space on your roof for other gear or ensuring you can still go on memorable adventures even if your vehicle’s roof can’t handle a heavy load.
Home away from home
With panoramic views and a spacious interior, the tent is a comfortable place to be. It’s spacious enough to allow you to sit up inside it. The elevated platform keeps you off the ground, but at the same time, its low height makes it easy for children, seniors and pets to access.
Durable construction ensures the tent can withstand the elements, while the plush mattress will ensure a good night’s sleep, no matter where you are.
The motivation behind it all
With the Outset, Thule wanted to create a completely new way to camp, something that turns an everyday vehicle into a luxury adventure vehicle. It not only had to look good, but also be practical, strong, and dependable.
If you’ve always yearned to explore this beautiful country of ours but with the minimum hassle, this might just be the solution you have been looking for.
The Thule Outset will be available mid-August online at www.thulestore.co.za and selected Thule stockists.
Key specifications
Sleeping capacity: 3 people
Dimensions closed (L x W X H): 144cm x 73cm x 90cm
Dimensions open (L x W X H): 264cm x 144cm x 162cm (min)/178cm (max)
Peak internal height: 113cm
Static weight capacity: 300kg
Product weight: 70kg
Canopy fabric: breathable, water resistant 600D polyester ripstop
Warranty: 2 years
