Coleman 14x8 Foot 8 Person Instant Tent

Coleman 14x8 Foot 8 Person Instant Tent

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EVERYTHING about this tent is five star.



Imagine two very girly girls with long nails, strappy sandals, floppy hats, summer outfits, "the works" attempting to set up this tent.

Now that you have that imagine looping in your head, imagine them carefully unpacking the tent from the box, spreading it out according to the instructions sewn into the tent's carrying case (bag), snapping the poles in place and raising the tent into position. Hammering the stakes was the only hard part which has nothing to do with the actual tent itself and everything to do with Operator Error. <g>



VOILA!

It works. It's easy. It's roomy on the inside; snug with the windows zipped yet airy with them open.

The second day the tent was up, it rained. We panicked. The rainfly was not on! OH! NO! Absolutely no reason to panic. The tent stays completely dry inside without the rainfly. We actually put the rainfly on the next day to help shelter the tent from the sun.



The construction is spot-on perfect, the poles are sturdy and all the fittings match. We love everything about the Coleman Instant Tent 8.



We haven't practiced taking the tent down yet but it can't be that hard considering the ease of setting it up.

Coleman 14x8 Foot 8 Person Instant Tent

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EVERYTHING about this tent is five star.



Imagine two very girly girls with long nails, strappy sandals, floppy hats, summer outfits, "the works" attempting to set up this tent.

Now that you have that imagine looping in your head, imagine them carefully unpacking the tent from the box, spreading it out according to the instructions sewn into the tent's carrying case (bag), snapping the poles in place and raising the tent into position. Hammering the stakes was the only hard part which has nothing to do with the actual tent itself and everything to do with Operator Error. <g>



VOILA!

It works. It's easy. It's roomy on the inside; snug with the windows zipped yet airy with them open.

The second day the tent was up, it rained. We panicked. The rainfly was not on! OH! NO! Absolutely no reason to panic. The tent stays completely dry inside without the rainfly. We actually put the rainfly on the next day to help shelter the tent from the sun.



The construction is spot-on perfect, the poles are sturdy and all the fittings match. We love everything about the Coleman Instant Tent 8.



We haven't practiced taking the tent down yet but it can't be that hard considering the ease of setting it up.

Coleman 14x8 Foot 8 Person Instant Tent

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Suisse Sport 6 Person Mammoth Dome Tent 12' x 10' with divider

Suisse Sport 6 Person Mammoth Dome Tent 12' x 10' with divider

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I bought this tent for our family camping trip, and we loved it. Easy set up, very roomy, comfortable, and waterproof. There is a thin nylon divider that can be used to separate into two rooms, but we didn't use it. We also didn't use the small mesh shelf that can be attached in the top middle of the tent to keep glasses or other small objects out of the way. The two attached side pockets inside worked fine to keep glasses, cell phones, and car keys within easy reach. We had one queen mattress, one full mattress, two small electric fans (because even at night it can be hot in Texas), 2 backpacks, and 3 duffle bags in the tent - still plenty of room to step in and out and get around. The two doors were very convenient as well. We slept one night with the rain fly off and windows and doors zipped all the way up; the mesh at the top of the tent supplied both ventalation and privacy. With the rain fly on (during light rain) we just left a little part of one door and window unzipped. We were very comfortable inside all 5 nights. This tent looks simple, but it is well-planned and constructed. Set up and pack up is very easy as well.

Suisse Sport 6 Person Mammoth Dome Tent 12' x 10' with divider

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I bought this tent for our family camping trip, and we loved it. Easy set up, very roomy, comfortable, and waterproof. There is a thin nylon divider that can be used to separate into two rooms, but we didn't use it. We also didn't use the small mesh shelf that can be attached in the top middle of the tent to keep glasses or other small objects out of the way. The two attached side pockets inside worked fine to keep glasses, cell phones, and car keys within easy reach. We had one queen mattress, one full mattress, two small electric fans (because even at night it can be hot in Texas), 2 backpacks, and 3 duffle bags in the tent - still plenty of room to step in and out and get around. The two doors were very convenient as well. We slept one night with the rain fly off and windows and doors zipped all the way up; the mesh at the top of the tent supplied both ventalation and privacy. With the rain fly on (during light rain) we just left a little part of one door and window unzipped. We were very comfortable inside all 5 nights. This tent looks simple, but it is well-planned and constructed. Set up and pack up is very easy as well.

Suisse Sport 6 Person Mammoth Dome Tent 12' x 10' with divider

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Wenzel Alpine 8.5 X 8-Feet Dome Tent (Light Grey/Blue/Gold)

Wenzel Alpine 8.5 X 8-Feet Dome Tent (Light Grey/Blue/Gold)

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GOOD:

> Price is right. It feels like decent quality at this price. Good value.

> Easy to build. Three poles and it's up. Almost can't do it wrong.

> Pretty big inside. The little mesh "loft" thing is a great place to put wallet, flashlight, etc.

> Pretty compact and fairly light when packed in its case.

> Carrying case has good handles and is big enough to hold everything (without a ridiculously tight packing job).

> The zippers work smoothly.



LESS GOOD:

> The rain fly is tiny. Looking at the picture, it's just that blue cap on top, maybe three feet across. That means the majority of the tent is waterproof, and thus not breathable. It needs more vents or bigger windows.

> Lack of breathability means more condensation inside the tent, even in dry weather. You need to open the windows and door vents as you sleep. BUT, open windows are not waterproof any longer, so if it rains, you'll be awakened by raindrops. If you anticipate rain, you have to close all the vents, which means condensation will get you moist inside anyway...

> The general construction is light. Materials are thin. I will have to be careful to move zippers slowly so I don't tear anything.



OVERALL:

Overall, I am satisfied. This will get us through many Cub Scout campouts, all for the price of renting a tent three times.



I think a better tent in this size is the Eureka Timerline series, but it costs almost three times what this one costs. That tent has an entire roof that is breathable, with a huge rain fly. So if I had it to do over, I might just buy up to the Eureka and be done with it - the tent I'll probably end up buying at some point, anyway.

Wenzel Alpine 8.5 X 8-Feet Dome Tent (Light Grey/Blue/Gold)

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GOOD:

> Price is right. It feels like decent quality at this price. Good value.

> Easy to build. Three poles and it's up. Almost can't do it wrong.

> Pretty big inside. The little mesh "loft" thing is a great place to put wallet, flashlight, etc.

> Pretty compact and fairly light when packed in its case.

> Carrying case has good handles and is big enough to hold everything (without a ridiculously tight packing job).

> The zippers work smoothly.



LESS GOOD:

> The rain fly is tiny. Looking at the picture, it's just that blue cap on top, maybe three feet across. That means the majority of the tent is waterproof, and thus not breathable. It needs more vents or bigger windows.

> Lack of breathability means more condensation inside the tent, even in dry weather. You need to open the windows and door vents as you sleep. BUT, open windows are not waterproof any longer, so if it rains, you'll be awakened by raindrops. If you anticipate rain, you have to close all the vents, which means condensation will get you moist inside anyway...

> The general construction is light. Materials are thin. I will have to be careful to move zippers slowly so I don't tear anything.



OVERALL:

Overall, I am satisfied. This will get us through many Cub Scout campouts, all for the price of renting a tent three times.



I think a better tent in this size is the Eureka Timerline series, but it costs almost three times what this one costs. That tent has an entire roof that is breathable, with a huge rain fly. So if I had it to do over, I might just buy up to the Eureka and be done with it - the tent I'll probably end up buying at some point, anyway.

Wenzel Alpine 8.5 X 8-Feet Dome Tent (Light Grey/Blue/Gold)

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Wenzel Klondike 16 X 11-Feet Eight-Person Family Cabin Dome Tent (Light Grey/Taupe/Red)

Wenzel Klondike 16 X 11-Feet Eight-Person Family Cabin Dome Tent (Light Grey/Taupe/Red)

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FANTASTIC! The first time we set this tent up, it was in the house, just to get an idea... Took us about 15-20 minutes. It wasn't bad at all. But it DOES take two people!! Our first experience on the road with it took us to the Grand Canyon where we arrived at 9:00pm. It took us again less than 25-30 minutes to set it up (in the dark) using only a couple flashlights.. Do make sure you stake the corners down FIRST before you raise it. You need one person outside the tent, and one inside to raise it. After that, using the stakes to secure it was a breeze... Having so many windows and a full mesh ceiling was great for star gazing after a long day. We put a king sized mattress in the second room, and had plenty of space to move around.. This tent is so big, our puppy (Shih Tzu) named Kujo, got plenty of exercise just running from the door back into the 2nd room.



The first room is great to leave all your bags,cloths,shoes etc....and it has a floor in it, so you are not walking on dirt like some two room tents...



The 2 nights we spent at the Grand Canyon (May 10-11,2010)-(to verify winds)we experienced 75 mph winds.. This tent DID NOT MOVE! And the reason it didn't move was because it securly tied all the way around. The only thing we could hear was the wind, not the sides flapping in the wind like most tents.. We have recieved many compliment on this tent..



I researched every 8-12 person,family tent out there with three things in mind..1) Tall enough to move and walk around in. 2) It had to have a screen ceiling. 3) Had to have shock cords...BINGO !! I HIGHLY recomend this tent to everyone. When Wenzell designed this, they found a winner.... I am so proud of this tent, We can't wait to go on our next road trip...



Walmart had the best price of anyone.. I "researched it!" :)

Wenzel Klondike 16 X 11-Feet Eight-Person Family Cabin Dome Tent (Light Grey/Taupe/Red)

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FANTASTIC! The first time we set this tent up, it was in the house, just to get an idea... Took us about 15-20 minutes. It wasn't bad at all. But it DOES take two people!! Our first experience on the road with it took us to the Grand Canyon where we arrived at 9:00pm. It took us again less than 25-30 minutes to set it up (in the dark) using only a couple flashlights.. Do make sure you stake the corners down FIRST before you raise it. You need one person outside the tent, and one inside to raise it. After that, using the stakes to secure it was a breeze... Having so many windows and a full mesh ceiling was great for star gazing after a long day. We put a king sized mattress in the second room, and had plenty of space to move around.. This tent is so big, our puppy (Shih Tzu) named Kujo, got plenty of exercise just running from the door back into the 2nd room.



The first room is great to leave all your bags,cloths,shoes etc....and it has a floor in it, so you are not walking on dirt like some two room tents...



The 2 nights we spent at the Grand Canyon (May 10-11,2010)-(to verify winds)we experienced 75 mph winds.. This tent DID NOT MOVE! And the reason it didn't move was because it securly tied all the way around. The only thing we could hear was the wind, not the sides flapping in the wind like most tents.. We have recieved many compliment on this tent..



I researched every 8-12 person,family tent out there with three things in mind..1) Tall enough to move and walk around in. 2) It had to have a screen ceiling. 3) Had to have shock cords...BINGO !! I HIGHLY recomend this tent to everyone. When Wenzell designed this, they found a winner.... I am so proud of this tent, We can't wait to go on our next road trip...



Walmart had the best price of anyone.. I "researched it!" :)

Wenzel Klondike 16 X 11-Feet Eight-Person Family Cabin Dome Tent (Light Grey/Taupe/Red)

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Happy Camper Two Person Tent With Carry Bag

Happy Camper Two Person Tent With Carry Bag

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My husband got this tent to use next to his truck at basecamp for hunting. It is the right size for one person and a pack, or two small people and no gear.



The zipper broke the second night, but only along the bottom, and it was too cold for misquitos so it was a non-issue for him. However, if you want the "security" of having your doors zipped, be aware.



The "rain fly" is laughable. It is about 12"x18" and JUST covers the top vents, not the whole top of the tent. If it's raining: take a tarp, you will need it.



The bottom is waterproof and did not require an additional ground cloth for our use, but it is not what one would call "sturdy".



For a $20 tent it served it's purpose. It is very lightweight and compact, provided minimal shelter (mostly for privacy) and is super-easy to set up. If you are looking for a good tent to use over and over, you might want to buy higher quality, but if you need a semi-dispoable tent for a weekend or emergency, this should meet your needs.

Happy Camper Two Person Tent With Carry Bag

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My husband got this tent to use next to his truck at basecamp for hunting. It is the right size for one person and a pack, or two small people and no gear.



The zipper broke the second night, but only along the bottom, and it was too cold for misquitos so it was a non-issue for him. However, if you want the "security" of having your doors zipped, be aware.



The "rain fly" is laughable. It is about 12"x18" and JUST covers the top vents, not the whole top of the tent. If it's raining: take a tarp, you will need it.



The bottom is waterproof and did not require an additional ground cloth for our use, but it is not what one would call "sturdy".



For a $20 tent it served it's purpose. It is very lightweight and compact, provided minimal shelter (mostly for privacy) and is super-easy to set up. If you are looking for a good tent to use over and over, you might want to buy higher quality, but if you need a semi-dispoable tent for a weekend or emergency, this should meet your needs.

Happy Camper Two Person Tent With Carry Bag

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Coleman WeatherMaster Screened 6 Tent

Coleman WeatherMaster Screened 6 Tent

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I've camped for many years, first as a Girl Scout and then as an adult. My husband had never camped, let alone in a tent. I took him out in this tent to a National Forest campground in the Shenendoah mountains, and it rained steady for a week. This tent saved the vacation. The middle room served as our dining and rec center, providing ample space for our small camp table where we ate and played cards. The screened porch was a perfect vestibule, and on sunny days it's a great place to relax, nap, read and escape from the bugs. The sleeping room is perfect for two adults and a queen-sized air bed. The middle room will comfortably sleep an entire family, or serve as the "living room", gear room, work room, etc. It has a high ceiling with a loop for hanging a light. The over-cover and Coleman construction make this the driest tent I've ever experienced. After a week of steady rain, not one seep, weep or drip.

Coleman WeatherMaster Screened 6 Tent

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I've camped for many years, first as a Girl Scout and then as an adult. My husband had never camped, let alone in a tent. I took him out in this tent to a National Forest campground in the Shenendoah mountains, and it rained steady for a week. This tent saved the vacation. The middle room served as our dining and rec center, providing ample space for our small camp table where we ate and played cards. The screened porch was a perfect vestibule, and on sunny days it's a great place to relax, nap, read and escape from the bugs. The sleeping room is perfect for two adults and a queen-sized air bed. The middle room will comfortably sleep an entire family, or serve as the "living room", gear room, work room, etc. It has a high ceiling with a loop for hanging a light. The over-cover and Coleman construction make this the driest tent I've ever experienced. After a week of steady rain, not one seep, weep or drip.

Coleman WeatherMaster Screened 6 Tent

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Coleman Hooligan 2 - 8'x6' 2 Person Tent

Coleman Hooligan 2 - 8'x6' 2 Person Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



When I ordered this tent I thought it would be great. A 6' by 8' two person tent labeled as "great for backpacking." Unfortunately some things are too good to be true, so here is a list of pros and cons so you can make an informed decision before purchasing this tent.



PROS:

1. Lots of space - 6' by 8' design leaves plenty of room for you and storage, and if you are rather tall guy like me then you know what it is like to be cramped in normal tents!

2. View and breathablility - The tent without the rainfly offers some great views and you don't feel like you are in a tent at all as it is almost entirely screened in.

3. Price - This tent is very affordable for 2 person tents and it seems durable and long lasting.



CONS:

1. NOT FOR BACKPACKING

- Unless your idea of backpacking is parking the car and walking 100 yards into the woods then this is not the tent for you. Even with a large backpack you will be devoting almost half of your space to this tent, not to mention the 6-7 pound weight.

- The single pole design is also great but it requires you to use the stakes. In classic two pole tents, you can set up on almost any surface without having to worry about staking the tent to the ground; however, with this tent you must use the stakes to get the full dimensions of the tent. Although I recommend staking any tent, if you are using a tent just for sleeping under normal conditions, anyone can tell you the advantages to not having to worry about stakes on hard surfaces.



2. The rainfly

- Although the tent has some great pros without attaching the rainfly, putting it on can be a bear. Not to mention the fly is almost the same size and weight as the tent itself and it too requires stakes to be effective.



CONCLUSION: Don't purchase this tent with the presumption that you will be able to really backpack with it. The tent is great for a short hike, road trip, or concert but it is not for anyone that plans to go out for more than a day and still have room for any other gear. I would still recommend a classic two pole (although usually smaller size), easy to set up, small tent for any excursions. Besides, what kind of backpacker needs room for a queen size blow-up in his or her tent??? Good luck and I hope this helps

Coleman Hooligan 2 - 8'x6' 2 Person Tent

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When I ordered this tent I thought it would be great. A 6' by 8' two person tent labeled as "great for backpacking." Unfortunately some things are too good to be true, so here is a list of pros and cons so you can make an informed decision before purchasing this tent.



PROS:

1. Lots of space - 6' by 8' design leaves plenty of room for you and storage, and if you are rather tall guy like me then you know what it is like to be cramped in normal tents!

2. View and breathablility - The tent without the rainfly offers some great views and you don't feel like you are in a tent at all as it is almost entirely screened in.

3. Price - This tent is very affordable for 2 person tents and it seems durable and long lasting.



CONS:

1. NOT FOR BACKPACKING

- Unless your idea of backpacking is parking the car and walking 100 yards into the woods then this is not the tent for you. Even with a large backpack you will be devoting almost half of your space to this tent, not to mention the 6-7 pound weight.

- The single pole design is also great but it requires you to use the stakes. In classic two pole tents, you can set up on almost any surface without having to worry about staking the tent to the ground; however, with this tent you must use the stakes to get the full dimensions of the tent. Although I recommend staking any tent, if you are using a tent just for sleeping under normal conditions, anyone can tell you the advantages to not having to worry about stakes on hard surfaces.



2. The rainfly

- Although the tent has some great pros without attaching the rainfly, putting it on can be a bear. Not to mention the fly is almost the same size and weight as the tent itself and it too requires stakes to be effective.



CONCLUSION: Don't purchase this tent with the presumption that you will be able to really backpack with it. The tent is great for a short hike, road trip, or concert but it is not for anyone that plans to go out for more than a day and still have room for any other gear. I would still recommend a classic two pole (although usually smaller size), easy to set up, small tent for any excursions. Besides, what kind of backpacker needs room for a queen size blow-up in his or her tent??? Good luck and I hope this helps

Coleman Hooligan 2 - 8'x6' 2 Person Tent

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Coleman 14x10 Foot 8 Person Instant Tent

Coleman 14x10 Foot 8 Person Instant Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



We got this tent this spring to replace an OLD Coleman external frame tent that used to leak on us like a seive, even when all we had was a heavy dew. Anyway, this tent has performed like a champ for the camping we did this summer.



First of all, the plusses...and there are plenty:



1) This tent is EASY to set up. The external frame and tent never come apart, so you don't have a chance to lose anything. I have set the tent up on my own, but, frankly, it's easier to set up when you have the help of one other person.



2) The set up goes like this...after you have the tent out of its bag you reverse the bend of the corners of the external fram so the poles extend out and down rather than down and up (the way they are stored). Next, extend the four telescoping poles that go from the center of the tent to the four corners until they snap into position at their maximum extension. After you have done that you extend and vertical poles (I recommend doing the corners first) until they snap locked at their maximum extension. Then do the same for the side poles, and you are done with the basic set up. Lastly, use tent pegs to secure to corners and sides of the tent in place.



3) Our first outing it rained, but we stayed nice and dry (be sure to use a ground cloth or tarp under your tent). Thanks Coleman!



4) There are plently of windows in the tent, and the tent can be divided into two rooms - front and back.



5) The engineering of this tent is such that it is able to give and sway a bit in the wind, and that's nice.



6) The tent is made of good materials.



The minuses...



1) The carry bag that the tent comes in seems a bit too small when you try to put the tent back into it when you break camp, but with some grunting and impolite shoving it finally will go back in. (Why do tent engineers always make the bag always do this!?)



2) This is NOT a back-packing tent...i.e., it's HEAVY. That's OK for us, since we camp in campgrounds where we can drive close to where we set up camp.



3) The metal L-shaped tent pegs are inadequate for high wind conditions...and if the gusts are heavy enough the tent will slip out of these pegs and partially collapse...not what you want to have happen to you and your family at night..which leads me to the part of the review where I tell you how to make this 4-star tent into a 5-star tent.



Here's how to make your 4-star tent a 5-star tent. It's easy. The one significant weakness of this tent is that the tent pegs are not substantial enough to hold up to prolonged exposure to wind (and in Idaho where I live it can get mighty windy). So, to correct this flaw simply repalace the light-weight metal tent pegs with more substantial tent pegs, such as COGHLANS Tent Stakes / Pegs 9" ABS Tent Pegs Md: 9309. or Coghlan's Ltd Tent Pegs 12In Abs 6Pk 9312. A half dozen of these pegs will do the trick, and viola, you have a 5-star tent!



The last time we went camping (last week) I had the impression that I should throw some of our old tent pegs in with our gear, and I'm glad I did! They worked wonders.



I hope this review and suggestion was helpful to you.



So, without the alternative tent pegs, 4-stars.

Coleman 14x10 Foot 8 Person Instant Tent

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We got this tent this spring to replace an OLD Coleman external frame tent that used to leak on us like a seive, even when all we had was a heavy dew. Anyway, this tent has performed like a champ for the camping we did this summer.



First of all, the plusses...and there are plenty:



1) This tent is EASY to set up. The external frame and tent never come apart, so you don't have a chance to lose anything. I have set the tent up on my own, but, frankly, it's easier to set up when you have the help of one other person.



2) The set up goes like this...after you have the tent out of its bag you reverse the bend of the corners of the external fram so the poles extend out and down rather than down and up (the way they are stored). Next, extend the four telescoping poles that go from the center of the tent to the four corners until they snap into position at their maximum extension. After you have done that you extend and vertical poles (I recommend doing the corners first) until they snap locked at their maximum extension. Then do the same for the side poles, and you are done with the basic set up. Lastly, use tent pegs to secure to corners and sides of the tent in place.



3) Our first outing it rained, but we stayed nice and dry (be sure to use a ground cloth or tarp under your tent). Thanks Coleman!



4) There are plently of windows in the tent, and the tent can be divided into two rooms - front and back.



5) The engineering of this tent is such that it is able to give and sway a bit in the wind, and that's nice.



6) The tent is made of good materials.



The minuses...



1) The carry bag that the tent comes in seems a bit too small when you try to put the tent back into it when you break camp, but with some grunting and impolite shoving it finally will go back in. (Why do tent engineers always make the bag always do this!?)



2) This is NOT a back-packing tent...i.e., it's HEAVY. That's OK for us, since we camp in campgrounds where we can drive close to where we set up camp.



3) The metal L-shaped tent pegs are inadequate for high wind conditions...and if the gusts are heavy enough the tent will slip out of these pegs and partially collapse...not what you want to have happen to you and your family at night..which leads me to the part of the review where I tell you how to make this 4-star tent into a 5-star tent.



Here's how to make your 4-star tent a 5-star tent. It's easy. The one significant weakness of this tent is that the tent pegs are not substantial enough to hold up to prolonged exposure to wind (and in Idaho where I live it can get mighty windy). So, to correct this flaw simply repalace the light-weight metal tent pegs with more substantial tent pegs, such as COGHLANS Tent Stakes / Pegs 9" ABS Tent Pegs Md: 9309. or Coghlan's Ltd Tent Pegs 12In Abs 6Pk 9312. A half dozen of these pegs will do the trick, and viola, you have a 5-star tent!



The last time we went camping (last week) I had the impression that I should throw some of our old tent pegs in with our gear, and I'm glad I did! They worked wonders.



I hope this review and suggestion was helpful to you.



So, without the alternative tent pegs, 4-stars.

Coleman 14x10 Foot 8 Person Instant Tent

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Mountain Trails South Bend 9- by 7-Foot, 4-Person Sport Dome Tent

Mountain Trails South Bend 9- by 7-Foot, 4-Person Sport Dome Tent

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I ordered two day shipping, but the tent was on my doorstep in less than 24 hours! I had my brother time me and it only took me 2 minutes to set this tent up, stakes and rainfly included. There was a little condensation on the inside of the tent in the morning, but that is every tent. It rained all night one night, a light rain, not a monsoon or thunderstorm-type rain, and there were no leaks, and no water inside the tent. Don't know how it would hold up in more extreme rain. Great tent for the price.

Mountain Trails South Bend 9- by 7-Foot, 4-Person Sport Dome Tent

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I ordered two day shipping, but the tent was on my doorstep in less than 24 hours! I had my brother time me and it only took me 2 minutes to set this tent up, stakes and rainfly included. There was a little condensation on the inside of the tent in the morning, but that is every tent. It rained all night one night, a light rain, not a monsoon or thunderstorm-type rain, and there were no leaks, and no water inside the tent. Don't know how it would hold up in more extreme rain. Great tent for the price.

Mountain Trails South Bend 9- by 7-Foot, 4-Person Sport Dome Tent

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Coleman Sundome 4-Person Tent, Green

Coleman Sundome 4-Person Tent, Green

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I bought this for our annual June cub scout camp out in the park (i.e. not exactly extreme camping). The tent was easy for my 8 year old son and I to set up together and very roomy for the two of us (I can see how it could easily fit 4 if needed, though it was a nice size for 2 with plenty of room for stuff). It rained most of the night with thunder and lightning, but we made it through completely dry. The rain cover worked great and still provided plenty of ventilation. There are not a lot of rope tie-downs for kids (and adults) to trip over which was nice (just 2 for the rain cover and none for the actual tent) and it was still entirely stable through our stormy night. This tent was reasonably priced and worked well for our purposes. I bought this rather than last year's model just because it was a few dollars less but my impressions of this tent seem in line with the very positive reviews for last year's model.

Coleman Sundome 4-Person Tent, Green

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I bought this for our annual June cub scout camp out in the park (i.e. not exactly extreme camping). The tent was easy for my 8 year old son and I to set up together and very roomy for the two of us (I can see how it could easily fit 4 if needed, though it was a nice size for 2 with plenty of room for stuff). It rained most of the night with thunder and lightning, but we made it through completely dry. The rain cover worked great and still provided plenty of ventilation. There are not a lot of rope tie-downs for kids (and adults) to trip over which was nice (just 2 for the rain cover and none for the actual tent) and it was still entirely stable through our stormy night. This tent was reasonably priced and worked well for our purposes. I bought this rather than last year's model just because it was a few dollars less but my impressions of this tent seem in line with the very positive reviews for last year's model.

Coleman Sundome 4-Person Tent, Green

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Coleman Sundome 3 7'x7' - 3 Person Tent

Coleman Sundome 3 7'x7' - 3 Person Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



Overall, this is a nice tent.



PROS:

Expected Coleman quality construction.

The Zippers are nice, smooth, no snags, and water tight.

The tent is light, easy to pack, easy to set up, even in the dark.

The tent has a lot of ventilation to avoid internal condensation.

Fits a queen size air mattress with some room for shoes, gear, and backpacks.

Great price, good value. I'll be using this tent for several years hopefully.



CONS:

This tent leaks at the seam where the floor meets the sides. It rained for 10 hours the second time we used it, 1.5 inches of rain. Everything near the sides of the tent was soaked. I could see the water seeping through the seams.

You must seam seal this tent before using it in the rain. The rain-fly worked fine, and we stayed dry enough to survive the night. I bought some seam sealer and will be sealing this tent for our upcoming camping trip.

It's airy. It was in the low 50's the night it rained and it took some effort to stay warm and dry.

There is no built in way to cover the large mesh vents under the rain fly. The large air vents are good for reducing condensation, but does not hold in much heat. I am thinking about making some Velcro attachable vent covers to hold in some heat and stay a little warmer if needed.



I would recommend this tent for camping where it doesn't get very chilly. Make sure you seam seal it (I think this is recommended for any tent) and bring a warm sleeping bag or extra blankets in case it gets cold.



Update: 2012 Camping Season

No more leaking problems since I seam sealed it with Seam Grip. It has endured several thunderstorms with no problems. The tent is holding up well... I did have to sew up a seam on the stuff sack though.



On our first camping outing this season, the temperature got into the upper 20's. To keep in heat, I laid a fleece blanket over the top under the rain fly to block the vents and keep in heat. It worked great! We stayed warm! This tent has proven to be a great deal for the price.

Coleman Sundome 3 7'x7' - 3 Person Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



Overall, this is a nice tent.



PROS:

Expected Coleman quality construction.

The Zippers are nice, smooth, no snags, and water tight.

The tent is light, easy to pack, easy to set up, even in the dark.

The tent has a lot of ventilation to avoid internal condensation.

Fits a queen size air mattress with some room for shoes, gear, and backpacks.

Great price, good value. I'll be using this tent for several years hopefully.



CONS:

This tent leaks at the seam where the floor meets the sides. It rained for 10 hours the second time we used it, 1.5 inches of rain. Everything near the sides of the tent was soaked. I could see the water seeping through the seams.

You must seam seal this tent before using it in the rain. The rain-fly worked fine, and we stayed dry enough to survive the night. I bought some seam sealer and will be sealing this tent for our upcoming camping trip.

It's airy. It was in the low 50's the night it rained and it took some effort to stay warm and dry.

There is no built in way to cover the large mesh vents under the rain fly. The large air vents are good for reducing condensation, but does not hold in much heat. I am thinking about making some Velcro attachable vent covers to hold in some heat and stay a little warmer if needed.



I would recommend this tent for camping where it doesn't get very chilly. Make sure you seam seal it (I think this is recommended for any tent) and bring a warm sleeping bag or extra blankets in case it gets cold.



Update: 2012 Camping Season

No more leaking problems since I seam sealed it with Seam Grip. It has endured several thunderstorms with no problems. The tent is holding up well... I did have to sew up a seam on the stuff sack though.



On our first camping outing this season, the temperature got into the upper 20's. To keep in heat, I laid a fleece blanket over the top under the rain fly to block the vents and keep in heat. It worked great! We stayed warm! This tent has proven to be a great deal for the price.

Coleman Sundome 3 7'x7' - 3 Person Tent

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Kelty Salida 2 Person Tent

Kelty Salida 2 Person Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



I just got the tent system in the mail and set it up. It's a brilliant and simple design that comfortably fits two people with a little room to spare.



Here are the details for the ultralighters that will want to know specifics and what they can trim down...



Inside the tent are loops on the roof for an included mesh gear loft. There's also a center loop if you wanted to hang a lamp.



All four corners have small pockets to hold some of your gear. You can see one of them in the main photo for this product. All four corners are the same.



There are fasteners to hold the main door open as well as both doors of the vestibule. With all doors open, you get a nice panoramic view of the outdoors through the front of the tent. However, with the rainfly on, you won't be able to see out in any other direction.



You can use the tent without the rain fly when weather permits. It will likely be my preferred way of using the tent. The large mesh upper allows for someone inside to feel like they're sleeping under the stars while being protected from bugs and debris falling from trees. If you needed to throw the rain fly on in a pinch, you could do it in less than 30 seconds thanks to the clip in fastening system for the rain fly. Furthermore, the rain fly can easily be tightened to the base with simple adjustment straps.



The tent is slightly wider on one end than the other lengthwise. I'm assuming this was designed in for users to sleep with their heads at the wider end and their feet and the narrower end. I only noticed this while folding up the tent. This feature really speaks to the fine details Kelty paid attention to in making the Salida 2 a very user friendly and versatile tent.



I will be discarding the plastic guy line tighteners. Instructions on how to use them were not included and they fray the guy lines themselves. I recommend using the running bowline to secure your guy line to the rain fly and a tautline hitch for securing to the included stakes. I already tied the knots into the guy lines so they're ready to go when I'm in the field.



The whole package out of the box weighs 73.6oz (4lbs 8.6 oz). This is with the two pieces of paper instructions and a plastic bag removed.



Main Bag: 1.25oz

Main Tent: 26.35oz (includes the gear loft which I tied in and rolled up inside the tent. I'd estimate that it weighs about 1oz.)

Rain Fly: 22.15oz

Poles with included Rubber Bands: 16.35oz

Pole Bag: 0.4oz

Accessory Bag: 0.2oz

4 Guy Lines: .8oz

4 Plastic Guy Line Tighteners: 0.2oz

10 Tent Stakes: 5.8oz

Kelty Salida 2 Person Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



I just got the tent system in the mail and set it up. It's a brilliant and simple design that comfortably fits two people with a little room to spare.



Here are the details for the ultralighters that will want to know specifics and what they can trim down...



Inside the tent are loops on the roof for an included mesh gear loft. There's also a center loop if you wanted to hang a lamp.



All four corners have small pockets to hold some of your gear. You can see one of them in the main photo for this product. All four corners are the same.



There are fasteners to hold the main door open as well as both doors of the vestibule. With all doors open, you get a nice panoramic view of the outdoors through the front of the tent. However, with the rainfly on, you won't be able to see out in any other direction.



You can use the tent without the rain fly when weather permits. It will likely be my preferred way of using the tent. The large mesh upper allows for someone inside to feel like they're sleeping under the stars while being protected from bugs and debris falling from trees. If you needed to throw the rain fly on in a pinch, you could do it in less than 30 seconds thanks to the clip in fastening system for the rain fly. Furthermore, the rain fly can easily be tightened to the base with simple adjustment straps.



The tent is slightly wider on one end than the other lengthwise. I'm assuming this was designed in for users to sleep with their heads at the wider end and their feet and the narrower end. I only noticed this while folding up the tent. This feature really speaks to the fine details Kelty paid attention to in making the Salida 2 a very user friendly and versatile tent.



I will be discarding the plastic guy line tighteners. Instructions on how to use them were not included and they fray the guy lines themselves. I recommend using the running bowline to secure your guy line to the rain fly and a tautline hitch for securing to the included stakes. I already tied the knots into the guy lines so they're ready to go when I'm in the field.



The whole package out of the box weighs 73.6oz (4lbs 8.6 oz). This is with the two pieces of paper instructions and a plastic bag removed.



Main Bag: 1.25oz

Main Tent: 26.35oz (includes the gear loft which I tied in and rolled up inside the tent. I'd estimate that it weighs about 1oz.)

Rain Fly: 22.15oz

Poles with included Rubber Bands: 16.35oz

Pole Bag: 0.4oz

Accessory Bag: 0.2oz

4 Guy Lines: .8oz

4 Plastic Guy Line Tighteners: 0.2oz

10 Tent Stakes: 5.8oz

Kelty Salida 2 Person Tent

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Coleman Sundome 2 7'x5' - 2 Person Tent

Coleman Sundome 2 7'x5' - 2 Person Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



Im not an avid "camper" and until yesterday never owned a camping tent. I been scouring amazon and youtube for tents and than headed out to dicks sporting good and picked this up to go camping with my daughter and sister over the july 4th weekend comming up. The tent was much cheaper than listed here on amazon so I picked up 2 just for a spare.



Couldn't wait so I grabbed my wife and we set this up in the backyard. After eyeballing the directions, according to my watch, we put it together in 19 mins and neither of us ever set up a camping tent before, Came with 10 metal stakes, we used four.



Me and my daughter (she is 4) slept out overnight Im 6ft and I can fit okey with about a half foot extra leg room. Its been hot and humid the past few days and as a bonus, A few hours after setting up, it got windy than started raining. So I was real happy to test this out. The inside stayed perfectly dry throughout the night. Wind did pick up a little. Not a problem. The vents allowed excellent circulation with fair amount of privacy.



Because the kids kept climbing in and out of it earlier in the day we got some skeeters inside the tent. I used bug spray and they were gone. Once we were zipped in, the meshed vents had absolutly no problem keeping them out.



Some neat little features:

Has hook inside at top of dome for hanging led light that worked out perfect.

two small hanging mesh bags, they'll hold stuff like wallets, small camera, cell phone, small flashlight. Things like that. Has opening for power chord if necessary.

Because my daughter so tiny I had plenty of room to store equiptment inside if necessary but with two adults keeping your gear inside wont be an option. I would say count your gear as a person and buy a tent size accordingly.

Very decent head room.

has one entrance easy to get in and out of.



The bottom does come up several inches so have to be careful its a trip hazzard but will work great to keep water up to a couple of inches out. The zippers are flapped over to prevent water from leaking in. I noticed some mention this on reivews from other tents.



Im most positive this is as durable as any other coleman tent. So long as its taken care of properly Im sure it will last for at least several more camping trips over the next couple of years, probably longer.

Coleman Sundome 2 7'x5' - 2 Person Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



Im not an avid "camper" and until yesterday never owned a camping tent. I been scouring amazon and youtube for tents and than headed out to dicks sporting good and picked this up to go camping with my daughter and sister over the july 4th weekend comming up. The tent was much cheaper than listed here on amazon so I picked up 2 just for a spare.



Couldn't wait so I grabbed my wife and we set this up in the backyard. After eyeballing the directions, according to my watch, we put it together in 19 mins and neither of us ever set up a camping tent before, Came with 10 metal stakes, we used four.



Me and my daughter (she is 4) slept out overnight Im 6ft and I can fit okey with about a half foot extra leg room. Its been hot and humid the past few days and as a bonus, A few hours after setting up, it got windy than started raining. So I was real happy to test this out. The inside stayed perfectly dry throughout the night. Wind did pick up a little. Not a problem. The vents allowed excellent circulation with fair amount of privacy.



Because the kids kept climbing in and out of it earlier in the day we got some skeeters inside the tent. I used bug spray and they were gone. Once we were zipped in, the meshed vents had absolutly no problem keeping them out.



Some neat little features:

Has hook inside at top of dome for hanging led light that worked out perfect.

two small hanging mesh bags, they'll hold stuff like wallets, small camera, cell phone, small flashlight. Things like that. Has opening for power chord if necessary.

Because my daughter so tiny I had plenty of room to store equiptment inside if necessary but with two adults keeping your gear inside wont be an option. I would say count your gear as a person and buy a tent size accordingly.

Very decent head room.

has one entrance easy to get in and out of.



The bottom does come up several inches so have to be careful its a trip hazzard but will work great to keep water up to a couple of inches out. The zippers are flapped over to prevent water from leaking in. I noticed some mention this on reivews from other tents.



Im most positive this is as durable as any other coleman tent. So long as its taken care of properly Im sure it will last for at least several more camping trips over the next couple of years, probably longer.

Coleman Sundome 2 7'x5' - 2 Person Tent

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