Vincent
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I've been doing some research ahead of my decision and purchase of a gear tunnel slide and there are a lot of great options. I thought I'd share here and see if there were any other thoughts/considerations or options I'm missing.
Price - $1000, but $1300 to $1500 shipped depending on location (1300 on west coast, 1500 on east)
Availability - TBD, but based on latest posts seems like late this year
Slide function - pulls out fully from drivers and passenger side
Pros
1. Pulls fully out from either direction
2. There is a camp kitchen project that should be ready soon
3. Includes power outlets, (and does it in a more custom/creative way to save space vs range industries)
Cons
1. Going to require freight shipping at $300 to $500 putting it at the top end in terms of price
2. No website to order from. Need to sign up and pay via link you get in an email. Although this is the 2nd Rivian project and the first one was successful (12 gallon frunk water tank)
3. No locked in price or release date yet. Estimates only, but a working release candidate has been sent to a customer with posted pictures and videos, so should be soon.
4. No t-track or easy tie down options for gear, but the include dividers and the holes should mitigate that issue some
Price - $1400
Availability - November target
Slide function - pulls out partially (40") from drivers and passenger side
Pros
1. Pulls fully out from either direction
2. Seems very diy friendly if you want to customize. Endless possibilities due to the plank design and good option for a diy camp kitchen
Cons
1. While the plank design yields better customization, by default it creates issues with items sliding off the slide. Totes or boxes are going to be needed
2. Seems pricey for what it is
3. Not available yet
Price $900 (base slide only, but realistically ~$1400 after options)
Availability - now
Slide function - pulls only partially out in either direction
Pros
1. Lots of add on options for tools and storage
2. Seems like the best option for a work truck where you can quickly access your tools from either side in most parking conditions
3. If you like the split slide (half passenger/driver) design, it's the only option
4. Price if you want the base slide for a DIY setup (as long as the split design aligns with your use-case)
5. The small slide out drawer is pretty slick and a good use of space
Cons
1. Because it doesn't fully extend, it doesn't work well for those wanting to have a camp kitchen. Also limited for longer items that require a full extension. Probably best option for a work truck, but probably the worst option for overlanding.
2. No t-track or easy tie down options for gear, but there are multiple bolt bosses that should mitigate that issue some with additional hardware.
Price $900 (Can be had with coupons for sub-$800, regularly $989)
Availability - now
Slide function - pulls out fully but only in ONE direction
Pros
1. Price. A lot cheaper than other options
DIY friendly and a good option for a camp kitchen
2. I like the T-Slot
Cons
1. Some negative reviews on fitment, flex, and reports of poor customer service
2. Pull out in one direction is going to limit how you park
Price - $1300 base, $1450 with Power outlet
Availability - now
Slide function - pulls out fully but only in ONE direction (can be switched driver/passenger)
Pros
1. Power outlet option could be very useful (especially as a future kitchen slide)
2. DIY friendly and a good in option for a camp kitchen
Cons
1. Pull out in one direction is going limit how you park
2. It’s expensive and I’m not sure why one would pay $300+ more over the EVBase which is similar (unless you wanted the outlet for ~450 more)
Price - $1400 (on sale now for 1300)
Availability - Now
Slide Function - pulls out fully but only in ONE direction (can be switched driver/passenger)
Pros
1. Has a few cool accessary options (e.g. overland bin)
2. Seems very diy friendly if you want to customize. Endless possibilities due to the plank design
3. Can buy their camp kitchen that integrates well with the slide (I like the way it drops in and out easily)
4. The only plank option (that I know of) that you can buy now
Cons
1. It's a plank design like Interrobang's and it's the same price...but Interrobang's can pull out in both directions
2. Pull out in one direction is going limit how you park.
For my use cases, I really want something that pulls out fully, so EV Sportline is out. I think I could live with a slide that only pulls out in 1 direction, but both directions are ideal. While I’m sure the material and build quality justifies it, the extra price for Range Industries doesn't make sense vs the other options. Intrrobang looks like a great option if slide out in either direction is critical, but it's pricey.
Did I miss any?
BoxGods
Price - $1000, but $1300 to $1500 shipped depending on location (1300 on west coast, 1500 on east)
Availability - TBD, but based on latest posts seems like late this year
Slide function - pulls out fully from drivers and passenger side
Pros
1. Pulls fully out from either direction
2. There is a camp kitchen project that should be ready soon
3. Includes power outlets, (and does it in a more custom/creative way to save space vs range industries)
Cons
1. Going to require freight shipping at $300 to $500 putting it at the top end in terms of price
2. No website to order from. Need to sign up and pay via link you get in an email. Although this is the 2nd Rivian project and the first one was successful (12 gallon frunk water tank)
3. No locked in price or release date yet. Estimates only, but a working release candidate has been sent to a customer with posted pictures and videos, so should be soon.
4. No t-track or easy tie down options for gear, but the include dividers and the holes should mitigate that issue some
Interrobang
Price - $1400
Availability - November target
Slide function - pulls out partially (40") from drivers and passenger side
Pros
1. Pulls fully out from either direction
2. Seems very diy friendly if you want to customize. Endless possibilities due to the plank design and good option for a diy camp kitchen
Cons
1. While the plank design yields better customization, by default it creates issues with items sliding off the slide. Totes or boxes are going to be needed
2. Seems pricey for what it is
3. Not available yet
EV Sportline
Price $900 (base slide only, but realistically ~$1400 after options)
Availability - now
Slide function - pulls only partially out in either direction
Pros
1. Lots of add on options for tools and storage
2. Seems like the best option for a work truck where you can quickly access your tools from either side in most parking conditions
3. If you like the split slide (half passenger/driver) design, it's the only option
4. Price if you want the base slide for a DIY setup (as long as the split design aligns with your use-case)
5. The small slide out drawer is pretty slick and a good use of space
Cons
1. Because it doesn't fully extend, it doesn't work well for those wanting to have a camp kitchen. Also limited for longer items that require a full extension. Probably best option for a work truck, but probably the worst option for overlanding.
2. No t-track or easy tie down options for gear, but there are multiple bolt bosses that should mitigate that issue some with additional hardware.
EVBase
Price $900 (Can be had with coupons for sub-$800, regularly $989)
Availability - now
Slide function - pulls out fully but only in ONE direction
Pros
1. Price. A lot cheaper than other options
DIY friendly and a good option for a camp kitchen
2. I like the T-Slot
Cons
1. Some negative reviews on fitment, flex, and reports of poor customer service
2. Pull out in one direction is going to limit how you park
Range Industries
Price - $1300 base, $1450 with Power outlet
Availability - now
Slide function - pulls out fully but only in ONE direction (can be switched driver/passenger)
Pros
1. Power outlet option could be very useful (especially as a future kitchen slide)
2. DIY friendly and a good in option for a camp kitchen
Cons
1. Pull out in one direction is going limit how you park
2. It’s expensive and I’m not sure why one would pay $300+ more over the EVBase which is similar (unless you wanted the outlet for ~450 more)
Thunderbolt Adventure Supply
Price - $1400 (on sale now for 1300)
Availability - Now
Slide Function - pulls out fully but only in ONE direction (can be switched driver/passenger)
Pros
1. Has a few cool accessary options (e.g. overland bin)
2. Seems very diy friendly if you want to customize. Endless possibilities due to the plank design
3. Can buy their camp kitchen that integrates well with the slide (I like the way it drops in and out easily)
4. The only plank option (that I know of) that you can buy now
Cons
1. It's a plank design like Interrobang's and it's the same price...but Interrobang's can pull out in both directions
2. Pull out in one direction is going limit how you park.
For my use cases, I really want something that pulls out fully, so EV Sportline is out. I think I could live with a slide that only pulls out in 1 direction, but both directions are ideal. While I’m sure the material and build quality justifies it, the extra price for Range Industries doesn't make sense vs the other options. Intrrobang looks like a great option if slide out in either direction is critical, but it's pricey.
Did I miss any?
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