Originally Posted by
oldno7
We have a small group that does overland type trips.
I have a shell on the back of my tacoma, I can drop the tailgate, leave the shell rear window up and drop a canvas tarp over that.
It gives just enough legroom for me(5,11")
Very quick to set up, very quick to take down, allows room for lots of gear.
In bad weather, we have cooked in the back of the truck(under the shell) as well, otherwise, we have a small table for outside cooking.
The others use use ground tents of varying degrees.
I can make and break camp in minutes, the others take considerably more time.
I also have a rack on top of my shell to pack things you don't want in your bedding and food, such as oil,gas, antifreeze, water,etc.
Whatever you do, keep simple and fast as your set up break down criteria and you'll be drinking beer while others toil in the heat or cold.