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Inflatable camper shells #17272147 05/23/22
Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,441 Likes: 14 Filer, ID Rock Chuck OP Campfire Kahuna
OP Rock Chuck Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,441 Likes: 14 Filer, ID	Does anyone know anything about these things? Unfortunately, they don't make one for a long bed pickup which is what I'd need. They look interesting, though. “In a time of deceit telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” ― George Orwell It's not over when you lose. It's over when you quit.

Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272248 05/23/22
Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 10,509 Western NY State 22250rem Campfire Outfitter
22250rem Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 10,509 Western NY State	Interesting concept and one I've never seen or heard of. just wondering about things like price and air tightness. it would be rough if even a tiny air leak were to develop somewhere. Thanks for posting.

Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272271 05/23/22
Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,212 Likes: 3 E. WA / N. ID high_country_ Campfire Outfitter
high_country_ Campfire Outfitter Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,212 Likes: 3 E. WA / N. ID	Should work well. I've tried to kill enough whitewater boats to know how tough they are...and once I had a 24' jet boat high and dry, I lifted the boat with a ski tube and a 12v air pump. The power of pressure is awesome....durability will be the key. Originally Posted by BrentD I would not buy something that runs on any kind of primer given the possibility of primer shortages and even regulations. In fact, why not buy a flintlock? Really. Rocks aren't going away anytime soon.

Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272369 05/23/22
Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,441 Likes: 14 Filer, ID Rock Chuck OP Campfire Kahuna
OP Rock Chuck Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,441 Likes: 14 Filer, ID	For long term use, UV resistance would be a major factor. Very few synthetics can hold up to our high desert sunshine. “In a time of deceit telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” ― George Orwell It's not over when you lose. It's over when you quit.

Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272424 05/23/22
Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,212 Likes: 3 E. WA / N. ID high_country_ Campfire Outfitter
high_country_ Campfire Outfitter Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,212 Likes: 3 E. WA / N. ID	I kept my aire raft in the sun for 10 years with a religious application of 303 and it was still in near perfect shape when it sold. I'm guessing the boys in Boise choose better materials....but there's hope. I agree it's not a permanent solution. My concern would be pressure modulation with temperatures. When blazing hot followed by a temp droo and rain. Originally Posted by BrentD I would not buy something that runs on any kind of primer given the possibility of primer shortages and even regulations. In fact, why not buy a flintlock? Really. Rocks aren't going away anytime soon.

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Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272489 05/23/22
Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,441 Likes: 14 Filer, ID Rock Chuck OP Campfire Kahuna
OP Rock Chuck Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,441 Likes: 14 Filer, ID	I'd like a shell mainly for winter use. During the summer, it would be off most of the time because I haul my RZR around in it. “In a time of deceit telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” ― George Orwell It's not over when you lose. It's over when you quit.

Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272530 05/23/22
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Timbermaster Campfire Tracker T Joined: Feb 2015 Posts: 6,431 Likes: 8 MT/GA	Looks like they cost around 2 grand. For that I would just buy a regular topper. Unless weight was a huge issue. They are very light. ~Molɔ̀ːn Labé Skýla~ 3-7-77

Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272609 05/23/22
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pal Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jul 2011 Posts: 11,059 so cal	For the same money I'll stick with my sensible work shell that provides at least some theft protection for those times I'd rather not have my gear stolen. "There's more to optics than meets the eye."--anon "...most of us would be better off losing half a pound around the waist than half a pound on our rifle."--dhg

Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272660 05/23/22
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wytex Campfire Regular W Joined: Jan 2018 Posts: 1,147 Likes: 1 Wyoming	These are very popular up here. https://softopper.com/

Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272687 05/23/22
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Heym06 Campfire Tracker H Joined: Nov 2015 Posts: 5,705 Likes: 2 Orygun	Might work until they slice the side and take your goodies. I'm not a fan of that type anything for security. I know locks only keep honest people out, lots of dishonest around nowdays! YMMV

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Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17272774 05/23/22
Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,441 Likes: 14 Filer, ID Rock Chuck OP Campfire Kahuna
OP Rock Chuck Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,441 Likes: 14 Filer, ID	I'm not concerned with weight but how easy it is to remove. A soft top folds up in the front of the bed and that's space I can't lose. “In a time of deceit telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” ― George Orwell It's not over when you lose. It's over when you quit.

Re: Inflatable camper shells Rock Chuck #17273078 05/23/22
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RIO7 Campfire Tracker R Joined: Nov 2009 Posts: 6,878 Likes: 3 s.tex	ARE, produces some nice truck caps, of all styles, they are built hell for stout. and they look nice. Rio7

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