[270man]

Guys,

Can't argue against any of your comments. Each type of cover -- hard Tonneau lid or shell camper -- has its advantanges and disadvantages. I've had a shell camper before, so guess I won't ever know about the lid. Rapier and I found the same price on the hard, tri-fold lid. Just before I decided on the cab-high shell, I checked the tri-fold out and the quoted price was $800.

After 3 trips in my truck with lots of gear and an open bed, I'm convinced I made the right decision -- for me. My junk soared above the bed sides on all three of those trips. The single, center handle is probably better but I have friends with dual handles and they seem to have no problems with them. All of them should be kept clean and lubed.

270man