Mars Adventure Gear: Quality Gear for Rivian Adventurers

[Mars Adventure Gear]

Hello Rivian owners,

We’re beyond excited to introduce ourselves here! Mars Adventure Gear is a fast-growing, California-based brand founded in April 2024 by a group of outdoor enthusiasts and EV industry engineers. Frustrated by the lack of thoughtfully designed gear for electric vehicles, we decided to build our own. Our mission is simple: to make electric camping, off-roading, and overlanding more enjoyable and accessible. That’s why every Mars product is crafted with premium materials, sleek and functional design (often with no exposed bolts), and a low-profile, stealthy aesthetic engineered for optimal aerodynamic performance.

We’ve built an extensive lineup for the Tesla Cybertruck platform, and after adding three Rivians to our fleet—and months of testing and development—we’re thrilled to unveil our first Rivian-specific products: the Mars Expedition Rack for the R1S and R1T.

Expedition Roof Rack (Rivian R1S)

Meticulously engineered for optimal aerodynamic performance, sleek aesthetics, and everyday functionality.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

• Integrated Side Cutouts:
  - Double as grab handles for convenient roof access
  - Provide direct access beneath the crossbars for mounting rooftop tents or other accessories
• Sleek One-Piece Design:
  - Clean, bolt-free exterior for a streamlined, minimalist aesthetic
  - Simplified installation with fewer fasteners—reducing potential failure points
• Adjustable Crossbar Positions
  -Easily customize your layout to fit bikes, cargo boxes, rooftop tents, and more
• Full Compatibility:
  -Seamlessly integrates with all MARS accessories, including the Starlink mount
• Aerodynamic Wind Deflector:
  -Enhances efficiency and reduces wind noise while driving

Expedition Bed Rack (Rivian R1T)

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

• Integrated Molle Panel Design:
  -Built-in side panels allow for modular mounting of tools, gear, and accessories
• Smart Access Cutouts:
  -Purposeful cutouts provide direct access to the R1T’s tonneau cover and tunnel door controls without removing the setup.
• Seamless Design Integration:
  -Side supports are sculpted with surface contours that mirror the R1T’s body lines for a clean, OEM-like look that complements the truck’s exterior.

Mars Aeroblade Rooftop Tent

Also available is our latest rooftop tent: the Mars Aeroblade. With its ultra-slim, aero-optimized hingeless design and rugged, all-weather performance, the Aeroblade is perfect for those who want a sleek setup that can be deployed—and packed up—in just seconds.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Exterior dimension (closed): 87 in x 52.2 in x 3.48 in
• Interior dimension (open): 82.2 in x 46.5 in x 50 in
• Weight: ~110 lbs
• UPF: 50+
• Hydrostatic head:18890 (mmH2O)
• WVTR: 10900 ( g/(㎡.24h) )

MARS COMMUNITY

Mars is and will always be community-driven. We believe the best ideas always come from those who use the products, and that spirit pushes us forward to create even better products that enthusiasts will love and want to use daily. Community members receive exclusive discounts.

Join Mars Community on Discord

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[the.phd]

So no roof rack for the R1T?

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

So no roof rack for the R1T?

Coming soon!

 

[the.phd]

Coming soon!

What the target cost?

 

[jackof0trades]

I really dig the style! And happy to see more options in the market.

 

[Stretch]

Hello Rivian owners,

We’re beyond excited to introduce ourselves here! Mars Adventure Gear is a fast-growing, California-based brand founded in April 2024 by a group of outdoor enthusiasts and EV industry engineers. Frustrated by the lack of thoughtfully designed gear for electric vehicles, we decided to build our own. Our mission is simple: to make electric camping, off-roading, and overlanding more enjoyable and accessible. That’s why every Mars product is crafted with premium materials, sleek and functional design (often with no exposed bolts), and a low-profile, stealthy aesthetic engineered for optimal aerodynamic performance.

We’ve built an extensive lineup for the Tesla Cybertruck platform, and after adding three Rivians to our fleet—and months of testing and development—we’re thrilled to unveil our first Rivian-specific products: the Mars Expedition Rack for the R1S and R1T.

Expedition Roof Rack (Rivian R1S)

Meticulously engineered for optimal aerodynamic performance, sleek aesthetics, and everyday functionality.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

• Integrated Side Cutouts:
  - Double as grab handles for convenient roof access
  - Provide direct access beneath the crossbars for mounting rooftop tents or other accessories
• Sleek One-Piece Design:
  - Clean, bolt-free exterior for a streamlined, minimalist aesthetic
  - Simplified installation with fewer fasteners—reducing potential failure points
• Adjustable Crossbar Positions
  -Easily customize your layout to fit bikes, cargo boxes, rooftop tents, and more
• Full Compatibility:
  -Seamlessly integrates with all MARS accessories, including the Starlink mount
• Aerodynamic Wind Deflector:
  -Enhances efficiency and reduces wind noise while driving

Expedition Bed Rack (Rivian R1T)

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

• Integrated Molle Panel Design:
  -Built-in side panels allow for modular mounting of tools, gear, and accessories
• Smart Access Cutouts:
  -Purposeful cutouts provide direct access to the R1T’s tonneau cover and tunnel door controls without removing the setup.
• Seamless Design Integration:
  -Side supports are sculpted with surface contours that mirror the R1T’s body lines for a clean, OEM-like look that complements the truck’s exterior.

Mars Aeroblade Rooftop Tent

Also available is our latest rooftop tent: the Mars Aeroblade. With its ultra-slim, aero-optimized hingeless design and rugged, all-weather performance, the Aeroblade is perfect for those who want a sleek setup that can be deployed—and packed up—in just seconds.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Exterior dimension (closed): 87 in x 52.2 in x 3.48 in
• Interior dimension (open): 82.2 in x 46.5 in x 50 in
• Weight: ~110 lbs
• UPF: 50+
• Hydrostatic head:18890 (mmH2O)
• WVTR: 10900 ( g/(㎡.24h) )

MARS COMMUNITY

Mars is and will always be community-driven. We believe the best ideas always come from those who use the products, and that spirit pushes us forward to create even better products that enthusiasts will love and want to use daily. Community members receive exclusive discounts.

Join Mars Community on Discord

Nice lookin’ stuff! Any plans for a truck bed topper/shell? The market really needs an option for the R1T that has a better OEM appearance and aerodynamics than what’s currently out there. Would love to see something that is made with OEM-matching paint options like those that exist for all the ICE trucks out there.

Thanks for coming to the market!

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

What the target cost?

Once it's tested, validated and starts production, we will do the math and get back to you!

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

Nice lookin’ stuff! Any plans for a truck bed topper/shell? The market really needs an option for the R1T that has a better OEM appearance and aerodynamics than what’s currently out there. Would love to see something that is made with OEM-matching paint options like those that exist for all the ICE trucks out there.

Thanks for coming to the market!

Maybe down the road, why not? It's a much bigger project, tho. We need to grow faster!

 

[UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan]

Not that I'm personally in the market any time soon... If roof rack will be offered for the R1T, would like to see bed rack offered at different heights. One that puts cross bars of bed rack same level as floor of roof rack and another few inches lower (so top of a typical RTT could be level with roof mounted cargo). Reasons: Part aesthetics, part easier access to cargo/spare tire in the bed.

 

[LazyJZ]

How high does the bed rack sit above the rails?

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

How high does the bed rack sit above the rails?

It's about 110mm (4.33")!

 

[bfilippo]

Does the RTT install easily on the standard Rivian crossbars? I’m assuming it’s too long for the T without sticking way over the bed?

 

[jackof0trades]

Does the RTT install easily on the standard Rivian crossbars? I’m assuming it’s too long for the T without sticking way over the bed?

I think any hardshell would be hard for pickups ... you can definitely install the rtt with the rivian crossbars on R1S.

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

Does the RTT install easily on the standard Rivian crossbars? I’m assuming it’s too long for the T without sticking way over the bed?

Yes, you can install it on the Rivian bars, but to your point, yes, it will stick out.

 

[UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan]

Does the RTT install easily on the standard Rivian crossbars? I’m assuming it’s too long for the T without sticking way over the bed?

Depends which RTT and what hardware they come with. Some are more elaborate. Some are more crude: bolts/nuts and flat bar or u-bolts. There is an outfit that sells CNC mounts specific to iKamper Skycamp Mini and Rivian crossbar: https://www.rivianforums.com/forum/threads/rtt-mounts-from-wheel-every-weekend.14699/

Various RTTs have been bought and shared in the forums. The one that fits the best over R1T's bed and doesn't protrude much past the tailgate is the iKamper Skycamp Mini, which is essentially the same as the Rivian branded one featured in the Gear Shop (just different color ways and a few other details). Closed footprint is 57-½" x 54-¾".

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