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Darche

Ridgeback HighRize Hard Shell

$4,999.00 – $5,999.00

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A high-spec aluminum hard-shell tent, Ridgeback HighRize offers maximum space with minimum setup time. The unique twin-fold design is available in two widths and allows for plenty of living space when you’re on the road, and sets up in seconds. Leave your sleeping bag and pillows inside too, thanks to the extra room available when the tent is closed

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    Open box 1550 is available from our Vancouver warehouse for 10% off – please contact for details

    This is the one – Darche’s top of the line hard shell roof top tent delivers every bit of quality engineering and construction that you expect – all in a stunning welded aluminum shell. Gone are the days of wedge-style tents with their limited foot space and cramped interior. HighRize gives you best-in-class interior space while maintaining a simple footprint on your vehicle.

    The Ridgeback HighRize is our biggest hardshell roof top tent, but it still packs down slimmer than most soft shell tents. The high-spec build gives you unparalleled quality, with German-engineered Stabilus struts that provide effortless set up and pack down. High-strength aluminum channel sections with welded corners also provide the toughest protection from trail damage and mishaps.

    The interior is full of innovation too, with six windows giving you almost panoramic views. The plush 55mm memory foam mattress comes with a removable cover and water-resistant base plus a 10mm high rebound anti-condensation mat that will give you the most comfortable night’s sleep you’ve ever had on the road. The interior also features internal USB-powered dimmable LED lighting and luxurious soft headlining. The sides and headliner also have plenty of storage pockets and netting for your devices, accessories, and clothes.

    There is even more space inside the Ridgeback HighRize to keep you cool and comfortable. The removable fly provides shelter from the sun and rain and there are three full size entry points where the ladder can be mounted. The entire tent body is removable for washing or repair, and the tent can even be used in single-action wedge mode when there’s snow buildup or extreme weather expected.

    The tent body is made from premium water resistant 280gsm Ripstop Polycotton Canvas and features an impressive 3000mm waterhead rating, high profile automotive rubber weather seals, internal seam sealing and a removable fly that will keep you dry in extended rainy conditions. With roof rails and awning bracket kits available (sold separately), the Ridgeback HighRize delivers everything you’ll ever need in a hard shell roof top tent and more. The included mounting rails suit most commercially available flat roof rack or roof rail systems.

    Make sure to check the weight rating and suitability of your roof rack and vehicle with appropriate manufacturers prior to purchase. We recommend professional installation through your local dealer or off-road shop

    ALL FEATURES
    • High-strength welded aluminum construction – no plastic or fibreglass panels
    • Sets up in seconds – just unlatch each end and go!
    • Large internal storage when closed for packing blankets, sleeping bags, or additional mats
    • Highrize 1550 – 1500mm/59″ queen-size sleeping area
    • Highrize 1250 – 1200mm/47″ single-bed sleeping area
    • Packs down to 9.0″ high
    • Compatible with 1100 & 1400-series accessories such as Cold Mountain sleeping bags
    • Twin-fold design for large internal space or compact wedge for colder nights
    • Large windows on all four sides provide exceptional ventilation and near-panoramic views
    • Fine insect mesh on every window and opening
    • Two integrated USB-powered dimmable LED strips (battery not included)
    • German-engineered Stabilus gas struts for effortless set up and pack down
    • 2.3m/90.5″ quick-action aluminium telescopic ladder (max vehicle/bed base mounting height 2.2m/86.5″)
    • 55mm memory foam mattress with 10mm anti-condensation mat & washable cover
    • Plush headlining to reduce condensation and dampen noise
    • Lots of internal side pockets and roof storage net to stash your personal items
    • All-season protection including high profile automotive rubber weather seals, taped seams, twin needle stitching and removable rain fly
    • Tent body and rain fly both carry a 3000mm water resistance rating
    • Heavy-duty construction including self-repairing coil zips and reinforced stitching
    • UV50+ protection
    • Roof rail accessory kit available separately
    • 3-Year Warranty
    PACKAGE CONTENTS
    • Ridgeback Highrize Aluminum Hard Shell Tent
    • Telescopic ladder & storage bag
    • Four rain fly poles & storage bag
    • Two shoe storage bags
    • Hardware Kit (includes stainless brackets, channel nuts, USB adapter)
    • Instruction Manual

    *Product configuration may vary from photos. 1250 model shown. Displayed with optional extras, available separately. Please verify exact specifications and contents before purchase.

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  • Specs

    Shipping Weight 250 lbs
    Shipping Dimensions 95 × 65 × 12 in
    Sleeping Capacity

    1-2
    Sleeping Area

    2.1 x 1.5m (83 x 59"), 2.1 x 1.2m (83 x 47")
    Headroom

    1.1m (43.3")
    Mattress

    55mm (2.15") Memory Foam w/10mm Anti-Condensation Mat
    Tent Material

    280gsm ripstop poly cotton canvas w/water resistant coating
    Frame Material

    Lightweight extruded welded aluminum & honeycomb panels
    Rain Fly Rating

    3000mm PU
    Dimensions (Packed)

    2.25 x 1.55 x 0.23m (88.5 x 61.0 x 8.9") +0.5" for mounting channels, 2.25 x 1.25 x 0.23m (88.5 x 49.0 x 8.9") +0.5" for mounting channels
    Dimensions (Unpacked)

    2.25 x 1.55 x 1.20m (88.5 x 61.0 x 47"), 2.25 x 1.25 x 1.20m (88.5 x 49.0 x 47")

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DARCHE® PROUDLY AUSTRALIAN SINCE 1991.

 

“We didn’t set out to change the world, or even the landscape of camping in Australia, we just needed some camping gear that suited our lifestyle, so we designed it ourselves… as it turns out – it suited the Australian lifestyle too!” – 

Darren O’Dwyer
Darche Founder and designer of the original dome swag.

Established in 1991, DARCHE® has become one of the best-known – and loved – Australian camping and outdoor adventure brands. Today DARCHE® enjoys an iconic Australian status in the camping and 4×4 touring market, but it was from humble beginnings that this brand was conceived.

Born of necessity – as many great things are – Darren O’Dwyer saw a hole in the Australian outdoor market. While he loved nothing more than hitting the road with an old fashioned rollout swag, he found his sleeping arrangements were not all that appealing to others, namely his wife, Cheryl.

While planning a road trip along the east coast, Cheryl declared there was no way she was sleeping in one of those things – the bugs will get in!

Avid campers, the O’Dwyers knew a thing or two about the conditions their swag design would have to endure on their adventure, so with help from his brother Dave, Darren set out to design a shelter that suited the rugged, Australian landscape… and the wildlife that inhabits it.

It had to be tough but comfortable, waterproof yet breathable, quick, practical and easy to stow. It had to provide a fully enclosed shelter with enough space around the skin to protect from bugs and mozzies, and it had to be completely zip sealed to keep the critters and creepy crawlies out – no easy task. Together, the O’Dwyer’s created a canvas shell with zippered doors and windows, and of course – a flexible fibreglass pole, designing Australia’s first dome swag. It was a talking point at many camping spots throughout their journey along the east coast, and remains an icon of the Australian camping scene today.

With a passion for outdoor adventure, It was a natural progression from the original dome swag to an impressive range of roof top tents and awnings. Superior canvas quality being the foundation of long lasting, rugged outdoor gear.

“It was about quality. We built them to last! And they did. 30 years on and we still see a few original DARCHE swags out in the wild – it’s a great feeling to know you’ve changed the way people camp today”

Three decades on and DARCHE® continues to lead the outdoor space with innovative designs, superior quality materials and commitment to our heritage. We offer a full range of products for serious tourers and campers alike. Still firmly committed to the swag market, our range extends to awnings and roof top tents, furniture, sleeping gear and a range of accessories to suit the 4×4 touring and camping environment, tried and tested by people who live and breathe everything outdoors.

To ensure that DARCHE® remains one of the most respected outdoor brands globally, we live by the philosophy of innovation and quality, refining and developing new materials, designs and technologies that will service the next generation of outdoor adventurers and protect the environment that they love to explore.

In 2013 DARCHE® introduced the Air-Volution™ range of swags and tents with patented technology that drastically reduces setup and packdown time without compromising on quality and comfort.

Today, DARCHE® is proudly owned by the Charles Parsons Group who bring over 100 years of textile experience, product development and strategy to compliment DARCHE®’s extensive outdoor expertise.

DARCHE®. OUTDOOR GEAR – FOR OUTDOOR ADVENTURE. SINCE 1991.

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