Tunnel Family Room James Baroud : extension habitable pour bivouac familial
THE tunnel Family Room James Baroud is a giant habitable extension that connects to your Rooftop TentYou create a 6 to 8 m² standing-room-only living space, enclosed on four sides with integrated mosquito nets. It's the ideal solution for family camping trips (children can sleep on the ground) or for longer stays where you want a kitchen and relaxation area protected from the elements.
320g ripstop canvas (5000mm waterproof rating), removable aluminum frame, detachable floor (optional), 4 mosquito net windows with blackout blinds: the entire Family Room ecosystem is designed to transform your bivouac into a mini base camp. Setup takes 15 to 20 minutes the first time, 10 minutes thereafter.
Technical characteristics
- Toile ripstop 320g/m² imperméable 5000mm
- High-strength, demountable aluminum frame
- Floor area: 6 to 8 m² depending on the model
- Interior height: 2m (standing clearance for adults 1.90m)
- 4 screened windows with blackout curtains
- 2 access doors (front + side)
- Detachable floor (sold separately)
- Taped seams
- 24-month manufacturer's warranty
What is its intended use?
The Family Room is the ideal extension for: family camping (children on the ground, parents in Rooftop Tent), long-term bivouac (kitchen + dining + relaxation area), winter bivouac (thermal buffer zone between the outside and the tent), wet bivouac (clothes and shoes kept dry in the Family Room). It is also practical on expeditions for storing expedition equipment safely without cluttering the sleeping tent.
Installation and maintenance
Setup: 15 to 20 minutes for a team of 2 the first time, 10 minutes thereafter. You unfold the frame, attach the poles, unroll the canvas, and connect it to the tent tunnel. For maintenance: dry completely before storing (essential — mold develops quickly on large items), clean with a sponge and mild soap. Store in a dry place during winter.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
What size tent should I get?
EVASION / Grand Raid → JB-41876460000. Space (left or right side) → JB-41876480000 or JB-41876490000. Odyssey → JB-41877260000. Each tunnel is sized for the corresponding tent exit.
Can you sleep in it?
Yes, the Family Room has enough space to comfortably accommodate 2-3 people on the floor using air mattresses or cots. With no separate floor, you're directly on the ground — ideal for soft ground.
Does it withstand the wind?
Yes, up to 60 km/h in gusts with the aluminum hoops and proper guying. Beyond that, fold it up as a precaution.
Waterproof?
Yes, absolutely, even in a heavy storm. The seams are heat-sealed and the fabric has a 5000mm water column.
Delivery time ?
European stock, shipping 24-48h by specialized carrier (bulky parcels).