Softshell
Thule
Approach 2 S
The smallest and lightest tent in this database at 50 kg, with a 109 cm closed length that fits crossbar spreads small cars can actually carry. It keeps the heating port and panoramic skylights of the larger Approach models.
What stands out
- 50 kg, light enough for small-car roof limits
- 109 cm closed length suits small cars
- Integrated heating port despite the size
What to weigh up
- 89 cm interior height means no sitting upright
- 2.60 m² floor is tight for two
- No integrated lighting
Full specifications
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Type | Softshell |
| Opening style | Fold-out |
| Sleeps | 2 |
| Season rating | 4-season |
| List price | $2,500 |
| Weight and size | |
| Weight | 110 lb |
| Packed length | 3 ft 7 in |
| Packed width | 4 ft |
| Packed height | 11 in |
| Living space | |
| Sleeping length | 7 ft |
| Sleeping width | 4 ft |
| Floor area | 28 sq ft |
| Interior height | 2 ft 11 in |
| Mattress thickness | 2.4 in |
| Setup and build | |
| Setup timeManufacturer's claim where published; otherwise estimated from tent type. Expect longer in practice. | 3 min |
| Shell material | — |
| Fabric | 600D recycled polyester ripstop, water resistant |
| Warranty | — |
| Features | |
| Integrated LED lighting | No |
| Heater / HVAC port | Yes |
| Roof skylight | Yes |
| Annex available | Yes |
| Solar ready | — |
| Carries cargo on top | — |
Mounts to Thule crossbars and platform racks. Check it against your vehicle's roof load limit.
Specifications last verified against Thule's own product page. Fields the manufacturer does not publish are shown as —, never estimated.
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