Yakima · Softshell rooftop tent · ranked #8 of 14
SkyRise HD Medium
Best for lighter softshell, 4-season fabric.
Load Rating Plate · RigFitment
⚠ Verify against your rack’s dynamic rating before mounting
Key facts
- A 3-sleeper that undercuts the Kukenam by 16 lbs — meaningful on modest rack ratings
- HD fabric is rated for 4-season use, a step up from fair-weather softshells
- Tool-free mounting hardware makes seasonal on/off realistic for daily drivers
Fitment: the load math
The SkyRise HD Medium weighs 115 lbs. Here is how it stamps against four example rack dynamic ratings — these are generic rack-spec figures, not numbers for your vehicle. The static column assumes 2 sleepers at 175 lbs each and the commonly cited ~3× static rule of thumb (verify with your rack maker).
| Example dynamic rating | Dynamic (driving) | Static (2 sleepers) |
|---|---|---|
| 100 lbs | Over limit | Over limit |
| 150 lbs | Pass | Over limit |
| 165 lbs | Pass | Caution |
| 220 lbs | Pass | Pass |
Two things govern whether this tent fits your rig: the rack’s dynamic rating and your vehicle’s roof-load figure from the owner’s manual — the lower number wins, and the rack’s own weight counts against it too. Run your real numbers in the load checker, then read your platform guide.
Who it’s for
Lighter softshell, 4-season fabric. At $1,649 typical street price and 115 lbs, it earns RigScore 82 on our documented weights — weight honesty included. Cross-shop the rivals on the right before committing.