Best review of a softopper I’ve found on KZread

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! That means a lot!

@Bicyclefarms

7 ай бұрын

Agreed!

@kastriottafolli2903

2 ай бұрын

Same amazing review that's what I was searching for 👍

@jcwfh

Ай бұрын

Agree. Nothing whiny just facts

I got frustrated by my Leer topper. Because aside from using my truck for camping, I also use it to carry house improvement items from Home Depot. I just got tired of having to remove that heavy thing for those tasks. Well, I sold it…and got me a SofTopper. Best decision ever. It also looks so cool, like a Safari truck. My truck is white and the Leer topper was white, the lack of contrast made my truck look like a SUV. With the SofTopper being black and being fabric , now it looks like a proper truck.

@TregsTravels

9 ай бұрын

I love the look too! Thank you for sharing, I love to hear stories from people that have switch from a hard topper to the SofTopper!!

@eyesears113

9 ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels Thanks for replying. I’m waiting for that new Decked storage system reveal on the 24th. I hope they offer a stand alone half a decked system. A lot of people have been demanding for one. One side for storage, the other half for bicycles or similar tall items.

Review so good now I don’t have to do one. You answered all my questions. I cruise around at 80-90 on the Boise freeways and we get a lot of wind. Good enough for me to be comfortable with the purchase. They owe you some marketing kick back. I was on the fence. I’m all or nothing. Super versatile and affordable or full blown RSI Smart cap. Soft topper will do the trick. Appreciate the time you put into this.

@TregsTravels

10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm really glad that it helped. I had fun putting the video together but wouldn't turn down an affiliate offer from them lol. I keep mine one year round in SLC so Boise should be no problem. Safe travels!

Glad I found this. Thank you for making a thorough review. Wanted to get a hard top for my truck just to haul our dog on camping trips. Would only use it a handful times in the year so this makes me more decisive to buy the soft top than get the hard shell.

@TregsTravels

Ай бұрын

Awesome! That sounds like the perfect situation for a softopper. If you buy the dog window cutout then let me know how it is!

I've had a Softopper on my '06 F350 dually long bed for ten years now. Went with it so we could haul a 5th wheel and after setting it up, vend at art shows. It's performed flawlessly the entire time. A couple plastic parts (the hooks that hold the rear window rod) failed after about six years, but they were very inexpensive to replace. The company really stands behind their product! A week ago I noticed some seams rotting out (after TEN years!) and ordered a new canvas set. They came today! Cost today of a complete Softopper and a spare canvas set would be well under $2k. Try getting any fiberglass topper for less than four times that!

@TregsTravels

Ай бұрын

That is awesome! I love that softopper offers individual, affordable placement parts. So glad to hear that your topper lasted 10 years! Enjoy that new softopper!

Great review dude. Nice job.

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I hope it helped!

The voiceover and mph were a great touch! Thanks for the review !

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate the support!

Hey bro thanks for the video! I’ve been debating whether I want one and I’m probably gonna get it after watching this video. I Appreciate the time you put into this 🙏🏾

@TregsTravels

9 ай бұрын

Thank you! It was fun to do. I'm glad it helped!!

Great video! Just bought a softopper too! Awesome product!

@TregsTravels

10 ай бұрын

Good for you! How are you liking it so far? Do you plan to camp under it?

Thanks, good quality video. I’m considering this for my F150.

@TregsTravels

7 ай бұрын

I have really loved mine on my f150! It's the best versatile topper for sure. I haven't had any issues with it

Excellent review, man! Just purchased a 23 Tacoma and this video helped solidify my decision in purchasing a Soft topper

@TregsTravels

8 ай бұрын

Awesome! Glad it helped and congrats on the new truck!!

Best softopper video ever! Just got the topper for my Ram. Such a pain in December lol

@TregsTravels

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! It definitely is harder in the winter, wait until the summer you won't believe how easy it is to fold up lol. I've been contemplating ordering the solid back panel to use in the winter so I don't have to worry about cracking the vinyl window. How do you like it on your Ram?

Great review!

@TregsTravels

6 күн бұрын

Thank you! Hope it was helpful

I agree with johnhancock. This is a solid review. I especially appreciate the tips you threw in like the weatherstripping. Picking one up right now!

@TregsTravels

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, I'm glad it was helpful! Congrats on getting a topper! Let me know how you like it!

Great review video. Thanks!

@TregsTravels

10 ай бұрын

You're welcome! I hoped it helped!

Awesome video!

@TregsTravels

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Awesome review, I'm sold

@TregsTravels

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Glad it helped!

hey thanks for your review and tips on the softopper, i was wondering what to put on the canvas part and you just answered that question. excellent detailed review.

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

Yeah man! That 303 keeps the topper looking brand new! Looking forward to your next camping video 👍🏼

@DavesCampingAdventures

Жыл бұрын

@@TregsTravels thanks my friend!

Looks amazing. Appreciate the video and the info. I’m looking for one of these tops for my Ram Laramie Crew Cab Diesel Dually. I was worried about how it looked after a few years so your video was awesome in answering that. ✌🏽

@TregsTravels

5 ай бұрын

Just like everything if you maintain it then it'll last! On a big diesel dually it would look awesome!

@Knuckledragnation

5 ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels I forgot to say thank as well for mentioning camping underneath it and I’ll tell ya why. My wife and I have been searching for an alternative to my youngest son (because he snores) sleeping in the crew cab area of the truck. We’ve also been searching for ways to protect our totes and camping equipment from the elements while traveling. You mentioning that you’ve camped underneath this top helps me push this upgrade forward. I’m curious as to what type of heater you’ve been using or recommend? Thanks again! ✌🏽

@TregsTravels

5 ай бұрын

@@Knuckledragnationsounds like softopper would be a good fit for everything you're looking for then! I love camping in it. I use a mr buddy heater in the winter time and it stays toasty in there. Here's my camping setup: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aJ6o1sOQp86fe7g.htmlsi=EUIn8_vdIr5ivuXU

I wish the softop on our HMMWV’s were as quiet as a Softopper…lol! Great review my friend!

@TregsTravels

8 ай бұрын

Haha I don't think there's anything that can quiet those HMMWV's. My brother is in the military and tells me how loud those beasts are. Thank you for your service!

Great video

@TregsTravels

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! I hope it helped!

Good video!

@TregsTravels

2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Hope it was helpful!

@ericgross8754

2 ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels very, I also enjoyed the drone footage. I'm going to check out your other videos for sure.

Thanks for the video. Always wondered how they handled speed and weather.

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

You bet! I was kind of curious to see the GoPro from inside the topper for sure...I thought it was cool to see! Like putting a GoPro in the dishwasher lol

@daleley7645

Жыл бұрын

@@TregsTravels I'd like to see the video of the dishwasher! Bet the gopro was really clean after.

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

Definitely 😂

Great review. I just ordered one but I went with the ACI Outlander Soft Topper because I wanted side windows and it has 4 bows and solid end supports over the straps that support this brand and the other maker. I only found three companies making these for sale in the U.S.

@TregsTravels

3 ай бұрын

I really like the windows on the outlander. You'll have to let me know how you like it!

@mikeholloway1135

2 ай бұрын

I like the windows also but they don't make the topper for an 8 foot bed.

Good vid. Very economical way of camping. When I was young 50 60 yrs back we used canvas covering for about all campers. Wood frames with canvas stretched out and tacked. It worked then as now.. Fiberglass boats really hadn't been adpted for general use.

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome! I didn't realize canvas was used so much...the sofTopper definitely has kind of an old school military appearance which I love

@samhill3496

Жыл бұрын

@@TregsTravels Yes in the 60's that pretty much what people had. The tents were much the same, big and very heavy. Lot of homemade rigs. Remember that step side pickups prevailed, stylesides were something new. There would be rounded top or gable frame type roofs. The speeds were fairly slow so areo didn't seem to matter as much. That all changed with the advent of fiberglass construction toppers. Leer was king. Then the slide in units became available. Look at a nat'l Guard facility at the old duece and a hallfs with hoops and canvas tarps stretched across. You rig is that but convertible. I just wonder how do you handle ventilation without letting bugs in. In north country that really mattters. Is the rear window replaceable with a screen? Take care. Have fun. Get out there.

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

@@samhill3496 you're exactly right! SofTopper sells a rear mesh window that you can replace the vinyl one with...im working on a mesh screen that I can use to partially roll up the sides and keep the bugs out so I can get some airflow. I'll let you know when it's done!

Great video, perfect review

@TregsTravels

9 ай бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate the feedback!

@ad6183

9 ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels im wondering for your window on the back, can you still use it? does that part of the soft topper lift when you go to the safari mode?

@TregsTravels

9 ай бұрын

@@ad6183yeah you can roll that window up and there's some clips to hold it. Softopper also sells a solid back window or a tinted window

@ad6183

9 ай бұрын

@TregsTravels I'm not sure I was clear, i mean the window on your F150 that you can open and close, does the softopper work with it? Like I have a tundra and the my back windows goes down completely, can I lift all 4 parts of the softopper in the safari mode? So I don't loose that option to open the window of the pickup

@TregsTravels

9 ай бұрын

@@ad6183oh gotcha. There aren't clips for the front window for the safari mode...I can still open the rear window but I have to have the topper folded down to put things out the back. I do know sofTopper sells a doggy window cutout that you can use on that window to connect it to the truck, you might wanna check that out

I'm going to get one of these for my Tundra. The valuables I will keep in the back will be secured in an alternative way. I also have the Decked drawer system to keep valuables locked up as well.

@TregsTravels

7 ай бұрын

How do you like the decked drawer system?

@Bicyclefarms

7 ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels It's fantastic for my use case. I maintain utility solar farms so the tools and parts I regularly use are quickly available. I think that is the key to truck setup. It has to be catered to your needs. Lots of options out there. But that softopper will solve a few more problems for my use case. I could complain about the drawbacks of a hard shell topper, because it just doesn't fit my needs.

At almost $4k for a hard topper, this is looking like a great option for my Maverick. Thanks especially for the car wash notes, and freeway driving. I was wondering about the performance in those conditions. 😎👍

@TregsTravels

Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! I love the maverick, a softopper on there would be sweet!

I like mine really well. New a month ago. Made in Mexico now for about $1100 delivered with tax.

@TregsTravels

Ай бұрын

Man the price has gone up a bit since I got mine! I didn't realize they're making them in Mexico now...the website says "the fabric is made in USA and as many materials as possible are purchased in the USA" but says they're manufactured in North America so that must be Mexico

@chairrider2462

Ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels Yeah, inflation is a thing now isn't it? I watched them for a year and they never had any sales. So I went ahead and got one. Retired upholsterer here. I will say that IMO the quality is top notch. Excellent outdoor materials that'll last at least 5 years. My neighbor had one and they neglected it for 7 before the sun rotted it. You should see their poor Toyota too. Clearcoat is shot. I protected mine with a good rubdown of Adams Ceramic coat. Not only protects paint but is an awesome plastics treatment. Water now forms tiny beads to roll off it. Buy once, cry once!

Have you heard of the bed rug? It’s a carpet put in the back of your truck. It works awesome for camping. Just wanted to give you heads up on that.

@TregsTravels

3 ай бұрын

Yeah I have! I like the bed rug a lot but I ended up doing interlocking foam mats that I could remove easily. Thanks for the tip!

@LJ-ql1kh

3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome

I appreciate the great review. I'm curious if you or anyone watching know if the SoftTopper can be used with a rolling tonneau cover? I'm looking to be able to use a combo of both depending on whether I'm in the city or out camping. Thanks in advance for any feedback given.

@TregsTravels

6 ай бұрын

I haven't seen anything like that with the softopper brand but FAS-TOP makes a tonnnea cover and topper package. I haven't used it or seen it in person just have seen it on their website

Instead of the vinvyl back you can get a mesh back as well which makes it great for dogs cause they get air but cant get out

@TregsTravels

3 ай бұрын

I've been thinking about swapping out for that one! Or even the solid panel, it would be a lot better in the winter time for sure

@scottbee2217

3 ай бұрын

@TregsTravels it withstands my hound pressing on it atleast so it's got some strength lol

Good video. I ordered one, should arrive today. I to thought it was made in USA. According to the response I received “They answered: "The Softopper is manufactured in Toluca, Mexico however, they are quality inspected and shipped from Louisville, Colorado." Yes I am a little disappointed.

@TregsTravels

9 ай бұрын

Man I didn't know that! That is disappointing...I must have missed that. I read headquartered in Boulder and sewn and manufactured in North America...that's my mistake! I'm sorry I misunderstood!

First! Great video. Thanks

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

You're on top of your game! Thanks for the support!!

@RM-bx2zt

Жыл бұрын

It really was a great video. Must have answered just about everyone's questions. You showed it being put on and off, driving with it. I finally saw one in person yesterday it looks great. Having had convertibles I know that fabric is tough but you have to be careful of sticks and trees when you're in the woods. At least I would imagine so. That 303 is good stuff.

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

@@RM-bx2zt definitely, anything that sits out in the sun needs some 303. I even use it on the black plastic on the truck too. A little TLC makes these things last a lot longer!

@RM-bx2zt

Жыл бұрын

Just got one. Fit is great! Rain test next 2 days traveling.

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

@@RM-bx2zt awesome! Put a little weather stripping up front and make sure to use the seam sealer on the inside seams👍🏼 good luck!

Great review. I'm looking at softopper now that they have one for my 22 frontier. Have you noticed a significant drop in mpg with it up?

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

Nice! I've been really happy with mine. I had a tonneau cover on it before and averaged 23mpg overall...with the sofTopper on it has dropped slightly to just below 21mpg. It's mainly noticeable on the highway at high speeds. But it's been worth it for me!

@jonathanmiller3613

Жыл бұрын

@@TregsTravels okay i can prob assume ill get 19 mpg... hmm man the only knock is the lack of any sort of locking feature otherwise its a definite buy

@TregsTravels

11 ай бұрын

@@jonathanmiller3613yeah that's the MAJOR downside to them...when I camp I make sure anything valuable is in the cab when I leave the truck. And my normal daily driving I don't leave anything back there...so if you have stuff you want to lock up sofTopper isn't the best option

Subbed! Great review. I’m debating buying this for travel with a family of 5. In your opinion, is it a pain in the butt to remove and reattach the tonneau cover before and after use?

@TregsTravels

Ай бұрын

Not at all. I fold mine down or take it off all the time and it just takes a few minutes. I find that I leave it up most of the time because I like the look and I love being able to throw things in there quickly! You can fit so much more in the softopper than a regular tonneau cover because of the height

@Matt-nc8yj

Ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels Fair enough, thanks. I just took delivery of an f150 and I’m not ready to give up on the factory tonneau cover yet.

Does the bed rail frame bend in the middle? Mine is curved for some reason and not a straight line. Great review! 🎉

@TregsTravels

5 ай бұрын

Yeah mine curves a little bit too, I haven't noticed any problems with it bending though! I think it has to do with the shape of your bed rails a little bit

I didn't see that you secured the back to the tailgate. Online some people say there is a velcro strap for the back to keep it from flapping and some people seem to do a magnetic strip hack. Did you install the piece that keeps the back door secured to the tailgate? Also how does the front window panel secure to the bed as I didn't see you undo anything when folding it up. (velcro or snaps?) Thanks.

@TregsTravels

3 ай бұрын

I put the Velcro on the tailgate when I first got it but it came right off when it rained so I just took it off...I'll have to look at doing the magnetic strip. For the front window panel I drilled holes in the bed and put the snaps on. The Velcro just doesn't last!

Does the front (cab side) of the topper have a window that opens? In other words, if your truck has a sliding rear window, would you be able to reach into your truck while camping?

@TregsTravels

5 ай бұрын

They actually make a DIY dog window cutout for just that purpose. I don't know how well it works but it's worth a shot! Here's the link: softopper.com/products/dog-window-diy-cutout-kit-clear-universal/?sku=AC-DOGCK-CLR&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAtt2tBhBDEiwALZuhANHAor8_p9CNSRdn7oZ6DH9mo0qM9t6Q2qXlUBXvTit10212RnmYShoC8IkQAvD_BwE

@samuelburns446

5 ай бұрын

Thanks! Dog window, toddler window...same thing!@@TregsTravels

You can get a used fiberglass topper for less money i paid 900 for mine fully loaded less then a year old. There all over the marketplace for cheaper than a new soft topper

@TregsTravels

11 ай бұрын

Definitely a good option! Just depends on what you're looking for. There's pro's and con's to each 👍🏼

Can you open the tailgate without having to lift open the rear part of the topper?

@TregsTravels

8 ай бұрын

Yep! The tailgate opens just fine when the rear window piece is left closed

@arn4726

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Getting mine tomorrow and that was my only concern as that’s a pita to undo the door every time lol

I'm having problems snapping the sides down

@TregsTravels

2 ай бұрын

It can be pretty tight at first! Make sure you have the straps tightened as much as possible, that'll help

Have you heard anything good, bad, or indifferent about Fas-Top as compared to Softopper?

@TregsTravels

16 сағат бұрын

The only thing I've heard is some people have had a harder time keeping the side flaps down on the Fas-Top

I love this product. I worry about the easy removal. This old world has me SMH

@TregsTravels

9 ай бұрын

Yeah...I definitely wouldn't leave anything of high value back there. It would be very easy to break in and take whatever they want

I wonder why they don’t make black rails and poles

@TregsTravels

9 ай бұрын

I think the same thing, it would look a lot cleaner

Do you find black gets to hot in the sun

@TregsTravels

Ай бұрын

Yeah it definitely gets hot, especially if you're camping back there. I made some mesh screens to help with that though, here's the video on what I did: DIY Mesh Screen for SofTopper Using Magnets! kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z6mgxtCHqsynops.html

@alexandersupertramp230

Ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels thanks for the response I was stuck between black or tan I think I’m going with tan plus the mesh cheers

@alexandersupertramp230

11 күн бұрын

@TregTravels got the tan still warm but I could only imagine how much hotter the black top would be

For a thousand bucks it should come with that cover smh

@TregsTravels

3 ай бұрын

I completely agree 👍

Wow. I wish I had your arms.

@TregsTravels

Жыл бұрын

Wowwww...you know I wish I was you everyday of my life!

You cant use it for camping! Thats a deal breaker

@TregsTravels

4 ай бұрын

I camp in mine all the time?

@caldwell5078

4 ай бұрын

Got a discount code? I re-watched and going to purchase

@TregsTravels

4 ай бұрын

@@caldwell5078I wish I had one for ya! I'm not sponsored by softopper at all unfortunately

@caldwell5078

4 ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels you should be!! I was on the fence between best top and soft top. You have the most compelling video in support of soft top! When I buy mine I'm going to reference you and tell them you were the sole reason I purchased!!

@TregsTravels

4 ай бұрын

@@caldwell5078that's insanely nice of you!! I really appreciate the support!

Good morning, thankyou for video. I need help from you. If you still have assembly instructions please contact me...

@TregsTravels

5 ай бұрын

Hi! Sorry I don't have the assembly instructions anymore but you can find there online here: softopper.com/installation-support/installation-instructions/

@TonyArroganto

5 ай бұрын

@@TregsTravels thankyou so much