Roof-top tents have become an ideal solution for setting off on adventures in total freedom, whether for a weekend or a long-haul trip. After several Clio 3 fitted with a NaitUp Triup (140cm bed), I'd like to share with you our equipment list for a roof-tent roadtrip, tested and approved in real-life conditions.
Whether you are preparing a bivouac in a roof tent or the wilderness camping, Here's the gear that makes life easier on the road.
Sleeping: guaranteed comfort in a roof tent
- Roof tent NaitUp Triup (sleeps 140) with integrated firm mattress.
- Anti-condensation under-mattress : essential to avoid dampness at night.
- Decathlon 2 person sleeping bag practical, comfortable and warm.
- Pillows Lightweight and easy to store.
- Hand-crocheted hanging shoe baskets 🧶: an economical and unique alternative to the €70 NaitUp models. Perfect for keeping shoes dry despite the damp e at night and within easy reach when you go upstairs to sleep.
- The “night” kit” Our organisational tip! A little vanity with earplugs, night masks, reading light... that you take every evening and put away every morning.
👉 Tip: preparing a ready-to-use night kit means you don't have to rummage through all the boxes when you're tired.
Cooking on a roadtrip: simple and effective
- Decathlon stove + gas cartridges.
- Popote 2 persons with built-in crockery.
- 12V electric cooler plugged into the cigarette lighter.
- Easy-to-cook dry products (instant noodles, semolina, etc.).
- Filtering bottle filtering and drinking water from a river or waterhole
- Green accessories sponge, dishcloth, biodegradable soap.
👉 The idea is to cut down on washing-up and focus on practicality.
Organisation and furniture
Our organisation is 100 % removable thanks to stackable boxes:
- 3 boxes in the boot Food / hygiene / miscellaneous (games, lamps, straps, etc.).
- 2 boxes on the rear bench Clothes (1 each).
- Cut wooden board to create a work surface in the trunk (see instagram video).
Comfort :
- 2 folding chairs We started with armchairs, but they weren't easy to open or fold. So we got feedback from our customers and went back to basics. It's so much more practical and it stacks perfectly on top of the folding table.
- 1 adjustable folding table Storage: this model is particularly practical, and a net supplied can be attached for extra storage.
👉 There's no need for complicated fixtures and fittings - the boxes are all you need to organise everything.
Hygiene and self-sufficiency in bivouacs
- Small dustbin with a lid to ensure that no waste is left on the spotlights.
- Pickaxe to dig the ground and bury your needs: you really leave no trace of your passage.
- Portable toilets space-saving, yet comfortable to ride in the saddle
- Jerrican 15L for drinking water, which we also use to recharge the solar shower.
- Solar pressure shower (10 L).
- Shower tent A real plus for privacy. And to keep your feet clean: a duckboard!
- Wipes for days when the weather doesn't allow showers. Ona. favoured baby wipes, which are much cheaper than the specialist wipes we found, and do the trick for keeping clean on the roadtrip.
- Natural soap + toiletry bag.
- 2 small terry towels + flannel.
👉 What really changed our lives: the shower tent. No more stress about being seen out in the open.
Energy and lighting
- 2 external batteries (25,000 and 27,000 mAh)
- 60W solar panel to recharge them during the day.
- Headlamps for everyday life.
- LED Garland for the atmosphere.
- Portable LED lamp for cooking or reading.
👉 The powerbank + solar panel combo guarantees autonomy (for phones) even when camping in the wild. All the lights can be recharged via USB, making you self-sufficient in electricity. .
Safety and tools
- First aid kit
- Portable compressor on cigarette lighter to manage tyre pressure.
- Minimum toolbox
- Starter cables
- OBD code reader so you don't have to run to the garage as soon as a warning light comes on.
👉 The essentials for dealing with a puncture or battery failure.
Clothing: lightness, warmth and practicality
When you're away for several days, the secret is to have few but well-chosen clothes.
Take-away basics for the evening
- Merino underwear (long sleeves)man / woman- and leggings -man / woman-) Breathable, odour-resistant, perfect for evenings and cool nights.
- Warm socks, hat, gloves and neck warmer Depending on the spotlight, it can be very cold, so you can enjoy the outdoors for longer.
- Comfortable jogging for the bivouac.
- Mules or Crocs (not flip-flops): easier to slip on with thick socks.
To cope with the weather
- Compressible jacket (man / woman): warm, light and compact. Ideally made from feathers (more compact).
- K-way / Raincut or poncho for rain: takes up little space and allows activities to continue.
Shoes
Depending on the activities planned, plan to good walking shoes so you can enjoy the ride without your feet hurting. To mix style with hiking and take just one pair of shoes for the roadtrip, I found this pair
- Summer period : Merrell Tempo Sol SneakerWomen
- Snowy period (not too thick) : man / woman
And for the rest
Depending on the length of your roadtrip, avoid taking more than 5 outfits It's better to do a little washing than to overload yourself unnecessarily.
Leisure activities and extras
- Board games (Yams, Love Letter, Hyve pocket)
- Arrow word
- Mosquito repellent and apaisyl
Our practical advice
- The most useful The simple, effective overnight bag.
- What we missed The shower tent, which we quickly bought afterwards.
- Organisational tips Group everything by use (cooking, hygiene, night-time, tools, etc.).
Conclusion: travel light but smart
A roadtrip in a roof tent doesn't necessarily require a huge budget or complex arrangements. With a standard vehicle, organisation in crates and a few essentials, you can make the most of your trip. wild camping in a roof tent.
The ideal equipment is not to have everything, but to have what you need at the right time. And above all, don't forget that the most important thing is still... the pleasure of the adventure.
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