Front Runner Feather-Lite II rooftop tent — first full season review
12 months of ownership, 14 proper off-road trips ranging from day runs to 7-day expeditions. Here is my honest, no-BS review.
Bought from Direct 4x4 in Pretoria for R9,200. Fitting took 2 hours DIY.
Performance: carries my full overlanding kit — 40L fridge, two MaxTrax, a 20L water jerry, rooftop tent, and a high-lift jack — without any flex or noise. The mounting system is excellent and took about 4 hours to install properly.
Compared to Rhino Rack Pioneer: I considered the alternative before buying. The price difference was around R3888. Based on what I have seen from other owners in this community, I think I made the right call — though I acknowledge I have not used the other one personally.
Would I buy again: Without hesitation. Rating: 8/10.
Any specific questions — happy to help. I remember how hard it was to find honest owner reviews before I bought, so I try to pay it forward.
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Just ordered one based on this thread. Delivery to Limpopo was 4 working days and it arrived well packaged. First impressions match your review — build quality is excellent.
— jan_van_zyl
Just ordered one based on this thread. Delivery to Durban was 5 working days and it arrived well packaged. First impressions match your review — build quality is excellent.
Good review. I have had the same fridge for 20 months and the experience matches yours — the SA support makes the premium worthwhile.
Just ordered one based on this thread. Delivery to Pretoria was 5 working days and it arrived well packaged. First impressions match your review — build quality is excellent.
Just ordered one based on this thread. Delivery to Limpopo was 4 working days and it arrived well packaged. First impressions match your review — build quality is excellent.