Apollo Rooftop Tents

FirstToy · 11-22-07, 04:14 AM

anyone heard of it? It's compared to the Columbus at 1/2 the price. Is it avail in the USA?
http://www.comfortinnovations.com.au...p?i=afrt215125

sirenmoses · 11-22-07, 08:20 AM

Looks pretty nifty...

got no knowledge of it.

Mike S · 11-23-07, 11:19 AM

A knock off of the AutoHome Columbus tent. Even the mounting system and website graphics are same/simlar. Warranty period is pretty short, and support is non-existent in North America.

Based on the current cost of shipping it will likely cost more than a Columbus when landed here. Fairly stiff duties (about 10%) would also apply. Their price advantage is based on comparison to the landed Australian retail price of the Columbus, which is much HIGHER than the US price of the Colombus Variant - and close to the US retail for the Columbus Carbon Fiber model.

hoser · 11-25-07, 11:54 AM

I noticed in the little Apollo/Columbus comparison, it lists both the Apollo and Columbus at 65 Kg (143 lbs). From the Autohome website, it lists the Columbus (small) at 95 lbs. Mike, does that 95 lbs include the ladder?

Mike S · 11-26-07, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hoser

I noticed in the little Apollo/Columbus comparison, it lists both the Apollo and Columbus at 65 Kg (143 lbs). From the Autohome website, it lists the Columbus (small) at 95 lbs. Mike, does that 95 lbs include the ladder?

Actually, the Columbus Variant small weighs in at just under 93 lbs. This does not include the ladder. The ladder weighs in at a hefty SIX pounds. When we order the tents built, we order the top of the line, tall alloy ladder - extends to 110". This ladder was tested in the AM General labs, and supported 800 pounds before collapsing. All alloy, all the time.

hoser · 11-26-07, 11:41 PM

Thanks. Good to know!

jacka2 · 06-11-08, 07:44 PM

Hi all, I too am wondering if any one has used or seen the Apollo roof tent as shown above. They were recently advertised for aprox $ 800.00 here in Australia which seems cheep enough if the product is OK.
With out actually being able to get my hands on one to inspect it, I am hoping someone may already own one of these and could perhaps enlighten me with the pro's and con's.
Thanks in advance.

DBS311 · 06-12-08, 01:00 AM

I love how they photoshop the tent onto the Toyota brochure pictures! High class.

Corey · 06-12-08, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DBS311

I love how they photoshop the tent onto the Toyota brochure pictures! High class.

Yes, that tent is sitting mighty low on the silver FJ Cruiser.
That caught my eye too.

Jan-78FJ40 · 06-12-08, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Corey

Yes, that tent is sitting mighty low on the silver FJ Cruiser.
That caught my eye too.

It also seems to have the AutoHome logo on it !

Corey · 06-12-08, 10:08 AM

That is pretty poor marketing if they stooped that low.
Here is the real deal

Not a Columbus though, but the medium Maggiolina AirLand.

jacka2 · 06-12-08, 03:07 PM

Hi, again, interesting that one of the photo's looks photo shopped in respect to how low it actually sits.
I found a single link on utube ( where it is being opened ). It appears to sit very low on the vehicle shown. But I would like to here from someone who may have had hands on experience with one. I understand you only get what you pay for but as it seems to be a copy from another brand, it usually comes down to how well it was copied. Being a new entry on the market, there's no point in me writing it off just yet.
Any other thoughts?
YouTube - APOLLO FIBERGLASS CAR ROOF TOP RACK CAMPING TENT BOX

Mike S · 06-16-08, 09:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jan-78FJ40

It also seems to have the AutoHome logo on it !

Corey, I think your right"

The FJC if fitted with an ARB low profile rack allows a RTT to sit very close to the roof. This may be what they are showing, instead of the prot installed number.

Mike

Corey · 06-17-08, 05:20 AM

Yes Mike, and I recognize that picture too.
It is from the FJ Trail Teams on a winter run back in '06 I believe, before the FJs were released to the public.

I can not remember the location of that photo shoot, but it is in one of my FJ Cruiser catalogs that the dealers release that has news in it.
About three of them have been released now.

Should be able to find the pic by drilling around here.
Toyota.com : Vehicles : FJ Cruiser : Bulletin
If the picture is no longer there, I am sure I can find it in one of the mentioned catalogs I have if I am correct.

11-22-07, 04:14 AM	#1
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11-22-07, 08:20 AM	#2
sirenmoses IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: central nm Posts: 947	Looks pretty nifty... got no knowledge of it. __________________ what shall I drive today: Oct 84 tan fj60, 260k mi -- dobermobile Sept 84 tan fj60, 202k -- spare (to be installed) 2.5" BDS suspension, SROR front bumper, Rowlands storage panels 85 Honda Accord, 110k -- commuter 91 Kawasaki Concours, 50k -- on the road again

11-23-07, 11:19 AM	#3
Mike S IH8MUD Lifer - No Appeal Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 2,497	A knock off of the AutoHome Columbus tent. Even the mounting system and website graphics are same/simlar. Warranty period is pretty short, and support is non-existent in North America. Based on the current cost of shipping it will likely cost more than a Columbus when landed here. Fairly stiff duties (about 10%) would also apply. Their price advantage is based on comparison to the landed Australian retail price of the Columbus, which is much HIGHER than the US price of the Colombus Variant - and close to the US retail for the Columbus Carbon Fiber model. __________________ '96 FZJ80, locked, Hanna sliders, ARB bumper, Kaymar rear with spare carrier, 45 gallon Longranger aux fuel tank, OBA, Hella 4000's, OME lift, 285/75/R16 Revos & AutoHome Maggiolina rooftop tent, etc. Custom Cruiser trailer with OverLand tent www.AutoHomeUS.com TLCA Member #14874

11-25-07, 11:54 AM	#4
hoser IH8MUD No-Lifer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,805	I noticed in the little Apollo/Columbus comparison, it lists both the Apollo and Columbus at 65 Kg (143 lbs). From the Autohome website, it lists the Columbus (small) at 95 lbs. Mike, does that 95 lbs include the ladder? __________________ 98 LX470 85 BJ70

11-26-07, 11:41 PM	#6
hoser IH8MUD No-Lifer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,805	Thanks. Good to know! __________________ 98 LX470 85 BJ70

06-11-08, 07:44 PM	#7
jacka2 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 2	Hi all, I too am wondering if any one has used or seen the Apollo roof tent as shown above. They were recently advertised for aprox $ 800.00 here in Australia which seems cheep enough if the product is OK. With out actually being able to get my hands on one to inspect it, I am hoping someone may already own one of these and could perhaps enlighten me with the pro's and con's. Thanks in advance.

06-12-08, 01:00 AM	#8
DBS311 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Coronado, CA Posts: 711	I love how they photoshop the tent onto the Toyota brochure pictures! High class.

06-12-08, 10:08 AM	#11
Corey IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Auburn, WA. Posts: 660	That is pretty poor marketing if they stooped that low. Here is the real deal Not a Columbus though, but the medium Maggiolina AirLand. __________________ Corey '07 FJ Cruiser, '91 4Runner is gone ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, custom rack goodies, so much more, see my website My Forum - My Website - My Rigs Build-up - Roof Top Tent - Video Of My Penthouse

06-12-08, 03:07 PM	#12
jacka2 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 2	Hi, again, interesting that one of the photo's looks photo shopped in respect to how low it actually sits. I found a single link on utube ( where it is being opened ). It appears to sit very low on the vehicle shown. But I would like to here from someone who may have had hands on experience with one. I understand you only get what you pay for but as it seems to be a copy from another brand, it usually comes down to how well it was copied. Being a new entry on the market, there's no point in me writing it off just yet. Any other thoughts? YouTube - APOLLO FIBERGLASS CAR ROOF TOP RACK CAMPING TENT BOX

06-17-08, 05:20 AM	#14
Corey IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Auburn, WA. Posts: 660	Yes Mike, and I recognize that picture too. It is from the FJ Trail Teams on a winter run back in '06 I believe, before the FJs were released to the public. I can not remember the location of that photo shoot, but it is in one of my FJ Cruiser catalogs that the dealers release that has news in it. About three of them have been released now. Should be able to find the pic by drilling around here. Toyota.com : Vehicles : FJ Cruiser : Bulletin If the picture is no longer there, I am sure I can find it in one of the mentioned catalogs I have if I am correct. __________________ Corey '07 FJ Cruiser, '91 4Runner is gone ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, custom rack goodies, so much more, see my website My Forum - My Website - My Rigs Build-up - Roof Top Tent - Video Of My Penthouse

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