iKamper Skycamp 2.0 | Problems 😭😭😭 

Hi! I had the same issue, but then realized it was because the small sized mattress was not pushed back far enough. It lines up evenly parallel to the end of the ladder side as it folds down. The small sized mattress gets pushed as far back as possible.

That memory foam modification is your fault not by ikamper for the issue of incomplete closure of the lid.

you need to invest in a quality mic. Nice video.

I was having the same problem closing mine but found it much easier when I took the kids out first although I’ve gone back to leaving em in as journey is way more comfortable…..are we there yet……..

I liked the vid for your info ty, and then subscribed just bc you left the mushroom cloud bit in the vid. very funny and genuine.

With your condensation mattress and modified mattress, too thick to close. With my original mattress, the maximum was 2 pillows and 2 sleeping bags pushed to the edge. I couldn’t put any more. After swapping out with deflatable mattresses, I can put 4 pillows and 4 sleeping bags.

For the first time I slept on my Ikamper skycap 2.0 and I have the same problem with the mattress. My question is that do you think I can still close the Ikamprer shell with 2.5" memory foam. Your video is very helpful to thousands of us and we thank you for that,

ikampers are a serious waste of money,,full stopppppp, if anyone is trying to sugar coat these tents are dillusional,,

Omg you guys are so cute together. I loved this video thanks!!

You guys are doing something wrong. I love my iKamper. It sets up in 1 minute, takes down in less than 3. It’s so simple to use. These people have to be doing something wrong with taking it down.

I had major problems with the shipping of mine. They lost it in the shipping process. Then they found a few days later. The tracking number was generated but someone forgot to put it in the database. Then the primary trucking company (ABF Freight) told me we can't deliver to you and ponded it off on another trucking company. I am still awaiting the arrival of my iKamper. This is my 2nd iKamper. My first buying experience was great. iKamper must have changed shipping companies because this ABF Freight has been a nightmare!

I have the ikamper 2.0 skycamp and never had any problems. Now using it since 1.5 years. We have Sleepingbags and pillows for 4 people up there, and we also have a condensationmat in there. U only need a little bit of learning using it 2weeks every day and you relly know how to close it without problems :) (sry for my bad english) have fun with your new sedup

Thanks for Good review! Also good to see, that you wanna get your skin clean back.

I'm shopping right now for a RTT . I'm between the Ikamper and the free spirit Odyssey. I wonder if those supports when they fold down and laid on top of your first mattress.... could you possibly make your mattress narrower so that those arms would not lay on the mattress at all and then you might be able to get your anti-condensation mat and anything else.. another thing I wonder when you zip all the windows up tight and you're pulling it down does the tent hold a certain amount of air for a few minutes until you squish it down ..is it possible to leave a zipper open? Enjoyed your video and the beautiful country you're in..

Hi. Thanks for the video. I have the Skycamp 2.0. I've never had a problem closing it. I even leave my 2 sleeping bags on the mattress. All ok.

hi great video do you have a link for the new matress and pads thank you

Thank you for the video. It was very helpful. I have the smaller Skykamp 2X. I previously had the ARB Simpson III which was a great tent with a very comfortable 2.5" mattress. It opened like a dream and you could leave all your gear in it......but closing it was a real pain!! Why ... it sits on a lifted JKUR with a Smittybilt exo-skeleton roof rack. It sits very high. Even with 4 hinge-steps it was back and forward tucking-in the tent to get the the cover on. I thought iKamper 2X would be a good alternative. It is and it is not! The quality of the tent is great. However, the iKamper 2X ver2 mattress is poor 1.8 cm. foam. It sucks for anyone who sleeps on their side like I do. So off to Y-Tube videos to get help!. (BTW: the Smittybilt roof rack prevents the ladder from attaching to the 2X tent frame. You have to make your own mount) As your video shows, changing the mattress is problematic because of the hydraulic strut clearance and the fact that the hoop hinge pivot point is close to the floor creating the problem of pushing against the mattress as the top closes. A thicker mattress exacerbates the problem. (If only iKamper had made the shell 1"-2" deeper, there would be room for a thicker mattress and better storage for gear!!) After reading the "Rhino Offroad" review of the QOMOTOP self inflating mattress I decided that a self-inflating mattress was the way to go. I could not get the QOMOTOP mattress in Canada so I bought a KingCamp Full XL 3 inch equivalent. It is a tight fit so the tent cannot be closed with the mattress inflated; also, there is potential damage to the tent by the closed strut. I bought an air pump with an internal 6Ahr rechargeable battery to inflate/deflate the tent in about 2.5 min. (Woowind Electric Air Pump Portable Rechargeable Air Mattress Pump). If you camp in the rain/mud a lot like I do a mattress protector is a good idea. (LUCID Breathable Machine Washable-Zippered Enclosure-Removeable Non-Slip Mattress Topper Cover) Thanks again for the video

Perhaps the difference in foam mattress sizes is due to differences in dimensions of a “king sized” mattress (76” x 80”) vs a “California king” (72” x 84”) sized mattress. It would be interesting to note the actual dimensions of both foam pads. Thanks for the videos, guys. I appreciate them all.

How ridiculous - I’ve seen so many videos on the ease of opening closing of the Ikamper with no problems you guys must be doing something wrong - also it’s understood that pad it comes with is abit thin.

I really wish I would’ve found this video before purchasing. Just set mine up yesterday and have noticed that closing it is a bit of a problem along with storing things inside of it. I was hoping that a rooftop tent of this quality would make things easier but it seems to have made things slightly more difficult than a ground tent. Hopefully time and repetition will make a difference.

I have the same problem, where did get the replacement foam you used?

This vid and info was awesome! I own the Rocky 2.0 Sky Kamp and that has been my problem when trying to secure it. My question is once you get the king size mattress did you cut the memory foam in 1/2 to replicate the original mattress that came with the iKamper? Where did you get the condensation mat from and did those pieces needed to be cut as well?

So you cut the new one in 2 pieces, and put back into factory covers?

That camp floor from field and stream works great for condensation matt and padding. Remember to push pillows and bags to the rear of the vehicle as well. it has much more volume of storage space.

So maybe I misunderstood but this worked easy until you modified the sleeping pads, etc.?

Did ur new mattress not just slide over cause the initial issue again?

Muchas gracias for heads up. Good or bad I want to be informed

great vid. enjoyed every bit

for those having this same issue, try cutting the mattress and condensation mat where the struts close and it should solve this problem

very good video guys very well done . like you both 👍

Guys. Low pile carpet tiles and the Exped air mattress is the answer. I put three bags, 3 pillows up there and I’m good every time. As comfortable as my home bed. Game changer. Thank me later. :)

When I owned a Tepui RTT, I put a couple of those Therma-rest accordian egg crate style fold up pads under the memory foam pad that came with the tent. I used the ones with silver reflective on one side. HUGE diff. I'm a side sleeper and this gave enough for my shoulder not to be bottoming out onto the RTT floor. Plus, it was thin enough to just leave it installed. Con: Those stupid sleeping pads are pricey!

Thank you for your review. In the end I had to share with my Wife. I have a feeling my Wife is going to Subscribe. You both are Honest and We as Consumer’s need that.

Great video, you guys just saved me from getting an icamper. I really couldn't see spending that much on a Rooftop tent. I'm getting a Smittybilt for sure.

Use Double sided tape to stick the camp floor to the folding side of the tent.

My iKamper is hard to close as well. This video I mean Vlog was great lol!! Could you put a link as to where you bought your memory foam at? I'd like to make this change to mine as well! Thank you for the great info all the time!!

Has anyone with a rooftop tent considered an air mattress if it can fit in the tent?

Whiney, whiney, complainers...

You guys are great, this is awesome...thanks for posting. I was looking for a mattress option because the mattress that comes with the iKamper is too hard. The only thing I could find was the Exped, but that won't work for me because I camp with my dogs and they would probably pop holes in it. I'm going to try this mattress out and see how it works.

Hello, did you guys buy a queen and a full memory foam? Or did you buy a king and cut it up?

Idk why your opening song reminds me of an anime trigun and it's music. Nice to see am interracial overlanding couple as that's pretty much the position I tend to find myself in a lot. 🤣 Hard to convince a sista to go out overlanding with me but that's alright.