Meet the Roofnest Condor 2 XXL Air
The Roofnest Condor 2 XXL Air isn’t a rooftop tent—it’s a defiant statement that the open road is your front porch. Marketed as the world’s largest hardshell rooftop tent, this 205-pound clamshell unfolds into an 8-by-6.5-foot mattress with 50 inches of headroom. When the sun sinks and the dust settles, you’ve got a suspended studio apartment hovering above the mud and mosquitoes.
Supersized Comfort Above the Ground
Inside the Condor 2 XXL Air, two 2-inch self-inflating foam-core mattresses splice together into a 51-square-foot crash pad—big enough for four full-grown adults or a tribe of kids who refuse to touch the ground. Roofnest’s Rest EZ Sleep System rides shotgun: bamboo sheets that breathe, plus a puffy blanket that punches well above its weight when the mercury drops.
Quick Specs
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Interior | 102″ L × 80″ W × 50″ H |
| Closed Height | 15″ |
| Weight | 205 lbs |
| Mattress | 95″ × 80″, 2″ inflatable |
| Sleeps | 4+ adults |
| Price | $4,395 (base) |
Built Like a Battering Ram
The shell fuses PC-ABS with a gritty LINE-X coating and an internal aluminum frame. Picture a bumper on steroids—twice as thick, scarred for battle, and still hungry for more. Rock shards, UV rays, hail the size of golf balls—let them come. With a 150-pound crossbar capacity, you can lash kayaks or bikes on top, then crack the tent open once the toys hit the ground.
Lightning-Fast Setup, Zero Fuss
Roofnest calls this the “fastest-deploying Roofnest ever,” and the claim sticks. Twin self-deploying rainfly U-bars pop the lid; a 7.5-foot ladder slides out like a well-oiled bayonet. One person can raise or stow the Condor 2 XXL Air in minutes, but an optional second ladder keeps traffic flowing when four weary campers scramble for bed.
Liveable Details That Matter
- Blackout 280 gsm fabric—sleep past dawn or nurse a storm side-lined in total darkness.
- Convertible 4-way windows & awnings—kickstand canopies for breeze or zip-on foul-weather shields when the sky gets ugly.
- Six-pocket gear grid—turns the upper shell into vertical storage, while detachable shoe pockets keep mud where it belongs.
- Tri-zone dimmable LEDs—dial in a soft glow for late-night card games, then kill the lights and stargaze through the translucent moonroof.
- HVAC ports—run a portable heater or AC unit and treat the tent like a climate-controlled treehouse.
Ready for Bigger Adventures
The Roofnest Condor 2 XXL Air devours roof real estate—88″ × 60″ when shut—and owns every inch with unapologetic swagger. If your rig can shoulder the weight and your itinerary reads like a dotted line across mountain passes, this tent turns pit stops into penthouses.
Who It’s For
- Overlanders chasing horizon lines farther than motels dare.
- Families refusing to sacrifice elbow room for elevation.
- Gear junkies who haul boards, bikes, and paddle blades but still crave a plush berth.
Final Word: Elevate Your Camp
At $4,395, the Roofnest Condor 2 XXL Air doesn’t flirt with luxury—it marries it to raw adventure. It’s a fortress against weather, a loft with a view, and an irresistible invitation to sleep where the pavement ends. Strap one to the roof, point the hood toward the edge of the map, and wake up suspended between earth and endless sky—the way nights on the road were always meant to be.
Pros:
- Massive interior space with an 8 × 6.5 ft mattress and over 4 ft of headroom, comfortably sleeping up to four adults.
- Rapid, one-person deployment, thanks to self-deploying U-bars and an integrated 7.5 ft ladder—no wrestling matches with fabric and poles.
- Rock-solid durability from a compounded PC-ABS shell coated in LINE-X, resisting UV, impact, and fatigue over years of abuse.
- Built-in storage solutions, including a six-pocket gear grid and detachable side pockets, keep your equipment organized off the tent floor.
- All-weather comfort: blackout, insulating recycled fabric; convertible awnings; dimmable LEDs; and HVAC ports for heaters or AC units.
- Versatile utility with up to 150 lbs crossbar capacity atop the closed shell, so you can haul boards, bikes, or kayaks when you’re on the move.
Cons:
- Significant weight (205 lbs) demands strong factory crossbars or aftermarket racks and may impact fuel economy.
- High price tag at a starting MSRP of $4,395, putting it well above entry-level hardshell tents.
- Full-roof footprint of 88″ × 60″ eliminates any secondary roof-rack space once installed.
- Pre-deployment prep: any cargo strapped atop the shell must be unloaded before popping the tent open.
- Bulk and wind profile can increase drag, affecting handling and noise at highway speeds.
- Single-point ladder setup—while optional, adding a second ladder is extra cost for larger groups.
Verdict:
The Roofnest Condor 2 XXL Air stakes its claim as the largest, fastest-deploying hardshell rooftop tent on the market. It pairs cavernous comfort and rugged construction with thoughtful storage, lighting, and climate controls, making it ideal for families or groups of adventurers who demand space and reliability. However, its hefty weight, steep price, and total roof-rack takeover mean it’s best suited to serious overlanders and devoted weekend warriors with the budget and gear to support it. If you crave a sky-high suite rather than a cramped bivvy, the Condor 2 XXL Air delivers—provided you can live with its size and cost.
$4,395
For adventurers who admire the Condor 2 XXL Air but seek a more compact, budget-friendly package, the Roofnest Condor 2 steps up as the perfect alternative: at just 14″ closed height and $3,445, it tucks neatly atop your rig without monopolizing every inch of roof space. Inside, a queen-sized memory-foam mattress and dedicated duffle for your sleeping bags await behind blackout tent fabric, while three dimmable LEDs and HVAC ports let you tailor the light and temperature to your whim. The LINE-X–coated PC-ABS shell and reinforced crossbars laugh off wind, sun, and bumps in the road, and with self-deploying U-bars plus an integrated ladder, you’ll go from highway to hammock in minutes—delivering serious comfort and rugged reliability in a leaner footprint.
