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Hawk's Nest Rooftop Tent
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Welcome to the next generation of rooftop tents! Introducing the Hawk's Nest 2-Person Aluminum Rooftop Tent - Standard



This standard Hawk'sNest model has a taller shell than the Low-Pro model , providing more space inside to hold bedding when closed and transported.

Hawk's Nest's strong, durable, all-aluminum construction is extremely low profile, creating an aerodynamic roof living space that unfolds in under 30 seconds and is ready for camping.

With a full tent attachment accessory track and an optional tent-mounted rack that can store up to 35kg worth of essential adventure gear on top when deployed, adventuring has never been easier.

Rugged design

The Hawk's Nest is built to last with an ultra-durable full aluminum shell and marine-grade stainless steel components, meaning this is a roof tent that can handle whatever your adventures call for in terms of ruggedness.

Combining this with FeldonShelter's latest X-Canvas (the new name for the fabric) technology, and using genuine quality materials sourced from New Zealand and around the world, Hawk's Nest has been developed and proven to withstand New Zealand's toughest conditions, all backed by FeldonShelter's trusted 2 year 'NZProof' guarantee.

Hawk's Nest Model Guide

Hassle-free setup and adventure

Simply open the two easy-to-use lockable fasteners and let the marine-grade stainless steel gas struts (with reinforced dampers) do the rest. Hawk's Nest fully sets up in under 30 seconds, making it one of the easiest roof tent deployment methods available.

Equipped with a moveable telescoping ladder and two ladder entry attachments, access to the tent is easy; all you need is your vehicle and campsite.

Highly customizable low profile

Marine-grade 316 gas struts (reinforced dampers) allow you to store up to 35kg of gear on top during deployment and camping. This means less time putting on and taking off gear and more time having fun. The Hawk 's Nest design not only features multiple accessory mounting T-tracks around the perimeter of the aluminum shell for attaching sunshades, camp lights, and more.

Inside, there's an insulated roof panel with cargo storage net and storage hooks for added convenience. There are customizable rope track mounts for optional storage pockets and organizer options (coming soon).

We've partnered with Front Runner Outfitters to offer tent-mounted rack options so you can bring everything you need on your trip, with plenty of tie-downs, cargo tie-downs, and gear mounting accessories available.

Designed and proven for New Zealand's toughest conditions

From the blazing sun of Northland to the howling winds and rain of the Deep South, Hawksnest has been rigorously tested and proven in it all - each element was purposefully developed here in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions.

Featuring our brand new X-Canvas, Hawk's Nest tent body and rain fly are built to be tough using FeldonShelter's proven NZ-proof construction methods. We've sourced working gear, genuine YKK zippers from Japan, European-made COATS thread (the same thread used in boat sails), NZ-made bungees, and the list goes on. With downturned, heat-sealed seams throughout, Hawk's Nest is designed to weatherproof even the toughest conditions. And now we've gone even further to give you the confidence to tackle it all.

Feldon Shelter's exclusive built-in ErgoCell dual-stage mattress comfortably fits two people and has plenty of room to stretch out. There's nothing better than laying down on a soft, dry, flat bed after a long day, and you can say goodbye to restless nights spent sleeping on rocks and roots.

Materials and Construction

Tent body: 360G polyester X-Canvas, PU treated for water resistance. Developed and proven for New Zealand's toughest conditions, it's tear-resistant, waterproof, and weatherproof for all your travel needs. Resistant to UV rays, mold, and mildew, X-Canvas won't let you down.

COATS UV resistant thread (the same as used in yacht sails), genuine YKK zippers, double reinforced and heat sealed seams, marine grade stainless eyelets, NZ made bungees (to guide the pack) and high quality 150G mosquito netting throughout.

Tent shell: Durable powder coated full aluminum framework with lightweight and strong aluminum honeycomb panels with 10 reinforcing backbones.

Marine grade 316 stainless steel is used for all components and hardware, and industrial grade rubber sealing methods ensure the entire tent is weather and corrosion resistant in salt, sun, rain and snow.

Gas Struts: High quality marine grade 316 gas struts that can withstand wind speeds up to 23.5m/s.

Mattress: 60mm dual-layer Ergocell mattress with high-density comfort foam and anti-condensation underlayer. Machine-washable mattress cover with waterproof underside and side panels.

Sizing and Weight

Hawk's Nest comes in three different model/size options; head here to check them all out.

capacity: Designed for two happy campers and a weight capacity of up to 300kg.
Bedding capacity when closed: Low-pro is minimal, pillows and bedding must be removed before closing. The tall Hawk's Nest Standard or Wide allows you to store your bedding inside the tent.
Closed sizing: 1290 W x 200 H x 2250 L (mm)
Height does not include optional tent mount rack
Open sizing: 1290 W x 1550 H x 2250 L (mm)
Mattress sizing: 1200 W x 2180 L (mm)
Rooftop tent weight: 72kg
Tent rack load capacity: Maximum 100kg when in motion, maximum 35kg when tent is open.

Roof rack and vehicle requirements

Roof Rack Requirements : A three-bar roof rack system or roof platform with six mounting points on the vehicle's roof (three crossbars are preferable to two, with front and rear bars secured and a center support bar).

The distance between the front and rear bars (or the length of the roof platform) must be at least 1400mm.

Vehicle Requirements: Both the vehicle and roof rack system must have a minimum dynamic load rating of 100kg.

Hawk's Nest rooftop tents are ideal for larger SUVs, 4x4s and vans.

A quick note for most double cab mid-size trucks (Hilux, Tacoma, Ranger, Colorado): A load-bearing canopy with a roof rack attached to the appropriate canopy, or rack, is required. Tents cannot be attached to both the cab and the canopy/tray to avoid individual flexing of the chassis. The dollar size trucks themselves also typically do not provide sufficient mounting length.