The Bottom Line
Designed to fit into the bed of virtually any pickup truck on the market, this tailgate tent is a wise choice for the fisherman, hunter or camper. Just bring along an air mattress or sleeping pad, and you're set for a night in the backcountry!
Pros
- Edges of the tent slide over bed rails
- Available in different sizes
- Only takes about 15 minutes to set up
Cons
- The door doesn't pull taunt
- Lack of a ceiling vent builds condensation
- Only works with pickup trucks; not with SUVs
Description
- The tent itself is fire retardant, water-resistant, and fully enclosed with its own 12x12 floor.
- The fiberglass poles are connected with shock cording and make for quick and easy set-up
- Two book-sized pockets at opposite corners of the tent are handy for flashlights, books, watches.
- Loop at the ceiling of the tent is perfect for a hanging light.
Guide Review - Sportz Truck Tent
Hotel on Wheels
If you own a pickup truck, the Sportz Truck Tent (also known as the Tailgate Tent III) is the best way to turn your truck into a hotel on wheels. Since it uses the full length and width of your truck bed, there's plenty of room inside for two adults. You can count on about four feet of headroom in the center. There are four large mesh windows for excellent ventilation, and a d-type mesh zippered door. Plus, it only weighs approximately 11 lbs. and fits into its own small duffel bag, so when you're done, it can be stored behind the driver's seat.
