XpeditioNZ SUB60 Roof Tent
Over the past four years, the SUB60 has quietly proven itself as one of New Zealand’s most reliable and best-value hard shell roof tents in its class.
Let’s be honest about roof tents in NZ
“NZ-designed” roof tents are typically in fact rebranded, mass-produced models from the same factories in China. Apart from the genuine premium global brands we import — EEZI-AWN and Quick Pitch — most tents on the local market fall into that category.
The SUB60 is the only rebranded, mass-produced tent we sell — and it’s one of the better ones. Competitively priced and thoughtfully specified, it is essentially the same tent as has been marketed by brands such as Feldon Shelter and Kiwi Camping.
Some brands position these as “top-tier” or even “the best on the market.” We won’t pretend that. The SUB60 is a very good mid-range tent: durable, dependable, and ideal for most weekend adventurers. For anyone seeking superior performance, greater comfort, and genuine long-term durability, tents from Quick Pitch and EEZI-AWN set the benchmark other tents try to reach.
Why the SUB60 still stands apart
Extra Length Where It Counts
At 225 cm external and 217 cm internal mattress length, the SUB60 is built for taller Kiwis. Many clamshell tents lose usable space at the foot end — making most 210–215 cm models feel short. The SUB60 fixes that, and you’ll feel the difference in every night’s sleep.
60 mm High-Density Mattress + Anti-Condensation Mat
Comfort and breathability built in — not an afterthought.
Solid Honeycomb Base (Not Slats)
A rigid honeycomb panel base provides better strength, structure, and long-term support.
280 gsm Polycotton Canvas (Not Polyester)
We use genuine 280 gsm polycotton canvas — stronger, more breathable, and far superior to polyester “canvas” blends often marketed with fancy names. It’s not South-African-grade, but it’s well above typical mid-range standards.
Bonded Shell Construction (No Rivets)
Modern automotive-grade bonding replaces riveted corners — eliminating a common failure point in cheaper clones.
Lightweight – 69 kg
No steel lid, no excess weight — easier on your roof load limit and simpler to handle.
Roof-Load Ready
Compatible with load bars for extra gear. Accessory kits available.
Integrated Lighting
Includes a USB-powered 1 m LED strip for clean, practical interior light.
Slim 160 mm Profile
Aerodynamic and sleek, with space for a sleeping bag inside when closed.
Awning-Mount Ready
Optional brackets let you attach light awnings (up to 15 kg) directly to the shell with purpose-built hardware.
About Canvas Colour Options
- Choose from black canvas with white trim, or sand canvas with black trim.
- Our black canvas is also 'blackout' canvas. Near a total light blocking canvas. Ideal for those who like to sleep in without being woken too early by the sun.
- Our sand canvas is deliberately not blackout and will appeal to those who prefer a natural light to filter through the canvas. This will better suit users who want to get to camp early and read a book in the tent etc on poor weather days.
Extra ladder mount brackets
An extra pair of ladder mount brackets allows you to pick a second entrance that you will use to enter the tent. You might for instance ordinarily use a side door, but in heavy rain prefer to use the main door with its rain fly. See accessories.
Roof Bars
Custom roof bars are available for these tents in both sizes. The tents can carry up to 30kg on top, whilst still being able to open. See accessories
Awning and awning brackets
We have available special awning brackets that mount directly to the unique extrusion on the side of the Sub 60. These brackets are available separately and can be used with our XpeditioNZ awning, or our EEZI-AWN awnings, or most other brands.
Max awning weight 15kg.
Specifications
Weight/Dimensions Weight 69kg Tent Internal Dimensions (mm) 2170L X 1210W X 1450H Tent External Dimensions (mm) 2250L x 1280W x160H Warranty: One Year