I have to say that pick ups were always one of my favorite types of vehicles. If you pick the right model, you can combine the best of all worlds, it’s possible to find an elegant, slightly sporty looking, but very usable and practical truck. I’m thinking about the 2006 concept Dodge Rampage in specific, but many other models share these characteristics.

They are all good, sturdy robust vehicles, but my vision of a pickup is often ruined by their tonneau covers. Soft fabrics flapping around in the wind, the wear and tear showing after a few months. I mean there are plenty of good soft ones out there, but when I saw the
Extang Revolution Tonneau Cover I immediately saw something that goes with my vision of sleek useful power that I associate with pickups.

The Extang Tonneau Cover is different because instead of using ropes, hooks or velcro as a cover, it uses a sturdy sliding mechanism, much like those found in some station wagons. Since it’s mounted on rails, you get multi-dimension taught goodness, no creases, breaks or folds like you get in fabrics. Physically speaking this makes it more durable too, since rainwater won’t mount in crevasses, it will just drip off, without putting stress on the material.

Opening and closing is a cinch, you can slide it in and out in seconds, without any hassle and without wearing the material away, like you do when using velcro. The whole mechanism closes with integrated tension sides, so it won’t just pop open after a bumpy ride. In addition, the covers are specifically made for your truck’s dimensions and come with a lifetime warrantly.

I don’t know about you, but this tonneau cover is an accessory that does what a pickup truck does. It combines elegance with muscle power. It protects and shelters, while also adding to the coolness factor of your truck, complementing the visuals in a major way.