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

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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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Alps Mountaineering Taurus 2 Tent

Alps Mountaineering Taurus 2 Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



This tent sets up easily and is constructed well. It's about the perfect size for two people if you keep your gear in the vestibule and hang your packs up in the tree at night.



Probably too small for car camping or if you have two people and a ton of gear you want to bring in the tent.



Pros:

1) VERY easy to set up. If you've ever set a tent up before, this one will take you less than 5 minutes to erect.

2) Free standing, easy to move if you find a rock under your sleeping area.

3) It has small windows in the rain fly you can look out (for bears).

4) Two entrances / exits, and two vestibules

5) Fairly light

6) Well vented, but seals up tight with the rain fly on for cold nights.

7) Waterproofing that's actually water proof. It passed the hose test no issues.



Cons:

1) The vinyl peep windows can't close. IF you're at a public campground you might wish they did.

2) It's pretty short inside. Plenty of room to sit or crawl, but you won't be standing up or kneeling if you're tall.



Overall it's a good tent, and it's a great tent for the price.

Alps Mountaineering Taurus 2 Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



This tent sets up easily and is constructed well. It's about the perfect size for two people if you keep your gear in the vestibule and hang your packs up in the tree at night.



Probably too small for car camping or if you have two people and a ton of gear you want to bring in the tent.



Pros:

1) VERY easy to set up. If you've ever set a tent up before, this one will take you less than 5 minutes to erect.

2) Free standing, easy to move if you find a rock under your sleeping area.

3) It has small windows in the rain fly you can look out (for bears).

4) Two entrances / exits, and two vestibules

5) Fairly light

6) Well vented, but seals up tight with the rain fly on for cold nights.

7) Waterproofing that's actually water proof. It passed the hose test no issues.



Cons:

1) The vinyl peep windows can't close. IF you're at a public campground you might wish they did.

2) It's pretty short inside. Plenty of room to sit or crawl, but you won't be standing up or kneeling if you're tall.



Overall it's a good tent, and it's a great tent for the price.

Alps Mountaineering Taurus 2 Tent

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Coleman Rainfly for Coleman 8-Person Instant Tent

Coleman Rainfly for Coleman 8-Person Instant Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



BE ADVISED: You need to get the CORRECT rainfly as this is for the 14 X 8. You will need the 14 X 10 rainfly which Coleman carries directly.



The 14 X 10 Instant Tent that Amazon carries (model # 200005512) is the 2009-2010 that DOES NOT come with a rainfly.



The 14 X 10 rainfly from Coleman (model# 2000010328), however, WILL fit the 2009-2010 model from Amazon as I spoke with their customer service "Mellie" and she confirmed that it would. Their number is (800) 835-3278. The 14 X 10 rainfly costs $54.99 (not including shipping/tax). This is the one you will need.



HOWEVER, Coleman "Mellie" said that the newer Instant Tent(s) (model # 200008054 and 200010319) DO COME WITH A RAINFLY.

Coleman Rainfly for Coleman 8-Person Instant Tent

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BE ADVISED: You need to get the CORRECT rainfly as this is for the 14 X 8. You will need the 14 X 10 rainfly which Coleman carries directly.



The 14 X 10 Instant Tent that Amazon carries (model # 200005512) is the 2009-2010 that DOES NOT come with a rainfly.



The 14 X 10 rainfly from Coleman (model# 2000010328), however, WILL fit the 2009-2010 model from Amazon as I spoke with their customer service "Mellie" and she confirmed that it would. Their number is (800) 835-3278. The 14 X 10 rainfly costs $54.99 (not including shipping/tax). This is the one you will need.



HOWEVER, Coleman "Mellie" said that the newer Instant Tent(s) (model # 200008054 and 200010319) DO COME WITH A RAINFLY.

Coleman Rainfly for Coleman 8-Person Instant Tent

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Coleman Evanston 6 Screened Tent

Coleman Evanston 6 Screened Tent

CUSTOMER REVIEW



We purchased this tent for really hot summers. On our first outing, it was close to 100 degrees and humid with a massive thunderstorm in the middle of our extended weekend.



Pro's:

Its very easy to set up with two people and doable with one.

The front screen portion of the tent is enough to have a couple of chairs and a table the size of an end table and even a dog in between, its actually very pleasant.

Sized for 6 people shoulder to shoulder this was more than roomy for two people with a blowup double size mattress.

It will keep you dry in a massive thunderstorm.



Con's:

Things to note; the top tent covering fits exactly and does not have a lot of wiggle room which means that the back window can be exposed if not fitted correctly as it does not have a zip up cover.

The front screen portion of the tent IS NOT MEANT FOR THUNDERSTORMS AS IT DOES NOT ZIP UP; THERE ARE NO COVERINGS.

I would have gladly paid extra for the zip up coverings in both the back window and the front screened in portion. The best course of action with a heavy rain is to collapse the screened tent portion; otherwise you will end up with a flooded muddy mess.



Overall:



Its a very good tent,large and it stayed dry during an 8 hours thunderstorm. Knowing what we now know about the best approach for the front screen portion,its no longer a concern. We are happy with out tent.

Coleman Evanston 6 Screened Tent

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We purchased this tent for really hot summers. On our first outing, it was close to 100 degrees and humid with a massive thunderstorm in the middle of our extended weekend.



Pro's:

Its very easy to set up with two people and doable with one.

The front screen portion of the tent is enough to have a couple of chairs and a table the size of an end table and even a dog in between, its actually very pleasant.

Sized for 6 people shoulder to shoulder this was more than roomy for two people with a blowup double size mattress.

It will keep you dry in a massive thunderstorm.



Con's:

Things to note; the top tent covering fits exactly and does not have a lot of wiggle room which means that the back window can be exposed if not fitted correctly as it does not have a zip up cover.

The front screen portion of the tent IS NOT MEANT FOR THUNDERSTORMS AS IT DOES NOT ZIP UP; THERE ARE NO COVERINGS.

I would have gladly paid extra for the zip up coverings in both the back window and the front screened in portion. The best course of action with a heavy rain is to collapse the screened tent portion; otherwise you will end up with a flooded muddy mess.



Overall:



Its a very good tent,large and it stayed dry during an 8 hours thunderstorm. Knowing what we now know about the best approach for the front screen portion,its no longer a concern. We are happy with out tent.

Coleman Evanston 6 Screened 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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Coleman Montana 8 Tent

Coleman Montana 8 Tent

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All I can say is "Wow"!



Cheaper than most family tents, but actually keeps the rain out. I'm 30 minutes north of Seattle. Just unpacked and put up the tent this morning as soon as it arrived during an hour no rain break, then it started pooring. Eight hours of rain and it's still bone dry inside out in my backyard. I can't believe a 450mm shell/tent can do that.



More than enough room for our whole family, me, wife, 13yr and 1yr old daughters. Two big foam beds and a play pen to boot. I searched reviews all over the net trying to find a decent family tent and hoped the reviews I read about his one were all true, and I am happy to say they are. Coleman F-N rox.



The rain fly that covers the outside of the door is part of the whole rain fly (all one piece), there is actually room for three chairs to stay dry under it (picture misleads that it is smaller). I was just out there smoking a cig thinking, America still has a few great companies left that mean well for their customers.



The floor is not cheap tub tarp, it's decent. But, I still got two 6 x 8 cheap carpets @ lowes. Lesson learned from years of camping if you want your tent to last.



The front door is pure genius. The zippers are re-inforced and glide like butter. But, if you don't want to add tons of wear on your zipper (and we all know a tent is useless when the door zipper breaks, unless of course it's a coleman with this design), just don't zip it, and let the hinge spring it lightly shut. And the factory well placed velcro hold it shut.



But wait! that's not all! LOL.. the windows tilt at an angle so no rain gets in while you hang in the rain. I was worried about the roof being open mesh, but unbelieveably, with NO TREATMENT, NO SEAM SEAL, STRAIGHT FROM THE FACTORY !!NO LEAKS!!. Yeah I am repeating myself, I am in awe.

Coleman Montana 8 Tent

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All I can say is "Wow"!



Cheaper than most family tents, but actually keeps the rain out. I'm 30 minutes north of Seattle. Just unpacked and put up the tent this morning as soon as it arrived during an hour no rain break, then it started pooring. Eight hours of rain and it's still bone dry inside out in my backyard. I can't believe a 450mm shell/tent can do that.



More than enough room for our whole family, me, wife, 13yr and 1yr old daughters. Two big foam beds and a play pen to boot. I searched reviews all over the net trying to find a decent family tent and hoped the reviews I read about his one were all true, and I am happy to say they are. Coleman F-N rox.



The rain fly that covers the outside of the door is part of the whole rain fly (all one piece), there is actually room for three chairs to stay dry under it (picture misleads that it is smaller). I was just out there smoking a cig thinking, America still has a few great companies left that mean well for their customers.



The floor is not cheap tub tarp, it's decent. But, I still got two 6 x 8 cheap carpets @ lowes. Lesson learned from years of camping if you want your tent to last.



The front door is pure genius. The zippers are re-inforced and glide like butter. But, if you don't want to add tons of wear on your zipper (and we all know a tent is useless when the door zipper breaks, unless of course it's a coleman with this design), just don't zip it, and let the hinge spring it lightly shut. And the factory well placed velcro hold it shut.



But wait! that's not all! LOL.. the windows tilt at an angle so no rain gets in while you hang in the rain. I was worried about the roof being open mesh, but unbelieveably, with NO TREATMENT, NO SEAM SEAL, STRAIGHT FROM THE FACTORY !!NO LEAKS!!. Yeah I am repeating myself, I am in awe.

Coleman Montana 8 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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Wenzel Children's Sprout Two-Person Dome Tent

Wenzel Children's Sprout Two-Person Dome Tent

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I bought this for my 6 year old grandson. I set it up as soon as I got it to make sure all the pieces were there. I am very happy with this tent. I think he will have a good time with it. I don't think it would last through a great many camping trips but for backyard fun, its great.

Wenzel Children's Sprout Two-Person Dome Tent

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I bought this for my 6 year old grandson. I set it up as soon as I got it to make sure all the pieces were there. I am very happy with this tent. I think he will have a good time with it. I don't think it would last through a great many camping trips but for backyard fun, its great.

Wenzel Children's Sprout Two-Person Dome Tent

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Wenzel Starlite Tent

Wenzel Starlite Tent

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Works great! A little difficult to get into but it's so light and compact, it's worth it. I'm 6'2" and I fit inside this little tent just fine. Great to store your gear and clothes if you plan on sleeping in a hammock too. Pretty cozy if it's cold out just keep a small towel handy to wipe the dew off the walls.

Wenzel Starlite Tent

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Works great! A little difficult to get into but it's so light and compact, it's worth it. I'm 6'2" and I fit inside this little tent just fine. Great to store your gear and clothes if you plan on sleeping in a hammock too. Pretty cozy if it's cold out just keep a small towel handy to wipe the dew off the walls.

Wenzel Starlite Tent

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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)

Product Description

Amazon.com

Lightweight, easy to set up, and versatile, the Wenzel Alpine three-person dome tent is a great choice for all types of camping and conditions. The Alpine includes such features as a three-pole pentadome design that creates a vestibule for gear storage and weather protection, a shock-corded fiberglass frame (with pole pockets) that sets up and disassembles quickly, and an integrated mud mat with a drainage strip to keep the tent clean. Campers will also appreciate the Weather Armor polyester fabric and sonic-sealed polyethylene tub-style floor, which are reliably rugged and resist leaks of all kinds. The closeable mesh windows and D-style front door, meanwhile, do a nice job of ventilating the tent and controlling morning moisture. Additional details include double-stitched seams, a gear loft for smaller items, a hanging pocket, and a duffel bag for storage.

Specifications

• Base: 8.5 by 8 feet


• Center height: 48 inches


• Interior space: 49 square feet


• Sleeps: 3


• Windows 2


• Door: Dutch D-style


• Floor: Welded polyethylene


• Frame: Fiberglass


• Carrying weight: 8 pounds

Amazon.com Tent Guide

Selecting a Tent

Fortunately, there are all kinds of tents for weekend car campers, Everest expeditions, and everything in-between. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

Expect the Worst

In general, it's wise to choose a tent that's designed to withstand the worst possible conditions you think you'll face. For instance, if you're a summer car camper in a region where weather is predictable, an inexpensive family or all-purpose tent will likely do the trick--especially if a vehicle is nearby and you can make a mad dash for safety when bad weather swoops in. If you're a backpacker, alpine climber, or bike explorer, or if you like to car camp in all seasons, you'll want to buy something designed to handle more adversity.

Three- and Four-Season Tents

For summer, early fall, and late spring outings, choose a three-season tent. At minimum, a quality three-season tent will have lightweight aluminum poles, a reinforced floor, durable stitching, and a quality rain fly. Some three-season tents offer more open-air netting and are specifically designed for summer backpacking or other activities. Many premium tents will also feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain fly for enhanced waterproofing.

For winter camping or alpine travel, go with a four-season model. Because they typically feature more durable fabric coatings, as well as more poles, four-season tents are designed to handle heavy snowfall and high winds without collapsing. Of course, four-season tents exact a weight penalty of about 10 to 20 percent in trade for their strength and durability. They also tend to be more expensive.

Domes and Tunnels

Tents are broadly categorized into two types: freestanding, which can stand up on their own, and tents that must be staked down in order to stand upright. Freestanding tents often incorporate a dome-shaped design, and most four-season tents are constructed this way because a dome leaves no flat spots on the outer surface where snow can collect. Domes are also inherently stronger than any other design. Meanwhile, many three-season models employ a modified dome configuration called a tunnel. These are still freestanding, but they require fewer poles than a dome, use less fabric, and typically have a rectangular floorplan that offers less storage space than a dome configuration. Many one and two-person tents are not freestanding, but they make up for it by being lighter. Because they use fewer poles, they can also be quicker to set up than a dome.

Size Matters

Ask yourself how many people you'd like to fit in your fabric hotel now and in the future. For soloists and minimalists, check out one-person tents. If you're a mega-minimalist, or if you have your eye on doing some big wall climbs, a waterproof-breathable bivy sack is the ticket. Some bivy sacks feature poles and stake points to give you a little more breathing room. Also, if you don't need bug protection and you want to save weight, check out open-air shelters.

Families who plan on car camping in good weather can choose from a wide range of jumbo-sized tents that will accommodate all your little ones with room to spare. A wide range of capacities is available for three- and four-season backpacking and expedition tents. Remember, though, the bigger the tent you buy, the heavier it will be, although it's easy to break up the tent components among several people in your group. It's also helpful to compare the volume and floor-space measurements of models you're considering.

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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)

Product Description

Amazon.com

Lightweight, easy to set up, and versatile, the Wenzel Alpine three-person dome tent is a great choice for all types of camping and conditions. The Alpine includes such features as a three-pole pentadome design that creates a vestibule for gear storage and weather protection, a shock-corded fiberglass frame (with pole pockets) that sets up and disassembles quickly, and an integrated mud mat with a drainage strip to keep the tent clean. Campers will also appreciate the Weather Armor polyester fabric and sonic-sealed polyethylene tub-style floor, which are reliably rugged and resist leaks of all kinds. The closeable mesh windows and D-style front door, meanwhile, do a nice job of ventilating the tent and controlling morning moisture. Additional details include double-stitched seams, a gear loft for smaller items, a hanging pocket, and a duffel bag for storage.

Specifications

• Base: 8.5 by 8 feet


• Center height: 48 inches


• Interior space: 49 square feet


• Sleeps: 3


• Windows 2


• Door: Dutch D-style


• Floor: Welded polyethylene


• Frame: Fiberglass


• Carrying weight: 8 pounds

Amazon.com Tent Guide

Selecting a Tent

Fortunately, there are all kinds of tents for weekend car campers, Everest expeditions, and everything in-between. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

Expect the Worst

In general, it's wise to choose a tent that's designed to withstand the worst possible conditions you think you'll face. For instance, if you're a summer car camper in a region where weather is predictable, an inexpensive family or all-purpose tent will likely do the trick--especially if a vehicle is nearby and you can make a mad dash for safety when bad weather swoops in. If you're a backpacker, alpine climber, or bike explorer, or if you like to car camp in all seasons, you'll want to buy something designed to handle more adversity.

Three- and Four-Season Tents

For summer, early fall, and late spring outings, choose a three-season tent. At minimum, a quality three-season tent will have lightweight aluminum poles, a reinforced floor, durable stitching, and a quality rain fly. Some three-season tents offer more open-air netting and are specifically designed for summer backpacking or other activities. Many premium tents will also feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain fly for enhanced waterproofing.

For winter camping or alpine travel, go with a four-season model. Because they typically feature more durable fabric coatings, as well as more poles, four-season tents are designed to handle heavy snowfall and high winds without collapsing. Of course, four-season tents exact a weight penalty of about 10 to 20 percent in trade for their strength and durability. They also tend to be more expensive.

Domes and Tunnels

Tents are broadly categorized into two types: freestanding, which can stand up on their own, and tents that must be staked down in order to stand upright. Freestanding tents often incorporate a dome-shaped design, and most four-season tents are constructed this way because a dome leaves no flat spots on the outer surface where snow can collect. Domes are also inherently stronger than any other design. Meanwhile, many three-season models employ a modified dome configuration called a tunnel. These are still freestanding, but they require fewer poles than a dome, use less fabric, and typically have a rectangular floorplan that offers less storage space than a dome configuration. Many one and two-person tents are not freestanding, but they make up for it by being lighter. Because they use fewer poles, they can also be quicker to set up than a dome.

Size Matters

Ask yourself how many people you'd like to fit in your fabric hotel now and in the future. For soloists and minimalists, check out one-person tents. If you're a mega-minimalist, or if you have your eye on doing some big wall climbs, a waterproof-breathable bivy sack is the ticket. Some bivy sacks feature poles and stake points to give you a little more breathing room. Also, if you don't need bug protection and you want to save weight, check out open-air shelters.

Families who plan on car camping in good weather can choose from a wide range of jumbo-sized tents that will accommodate all your little ones with room to spare. A wide range of capacities is available for three- and four-season backpacking and expedition tents. Remember, though, the bigger the tent you buy, the heavier it will be, although it's easy to break up the tent components among several people in your group. It's also helpful to compare the volume and floor-space measurements of models you're considering.

CUSTOMER REVIEW



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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Outdoor Tube Tent-Aluminum Coated Interior Insulates Body Heat for Extra Warmth,82" X 36"

Outdoor Tube Tent-Aluminum Coated Interior Insulates Body Heat for Extra Warmth,82" X 36"

CUSTOMER REVIEW



This is kinda an impulse buy for me, the orange color, metalized lining and 82" length all pulled together to score a buy.

I will review this tent over time and whenever I use it.

First impressions upon unpacking, setting-up (indoors), folding and returning to original packaging.



At first I thought the tent was orange fabric lined with metalized Mylar. It's actually a heavy Mylar treated with an orange coating. Feels and looks like fabric but does not have any fibers that I can see or (important) suck-up into my sinuses! I like this detail. I also see this material being easier to travel with as it should repel water better.



The tent is large enough for one adult, fully clothed and a bedroll or sleeping bag. Keeping in mind it is not vented anywhere but the "door" opening and it is a fully enclosed metalized Mylar "tube" you will not want much in there unless it's going to get really cold. Under very cold conditions you will have to carefully manage moisture when you are in there as the tent is likely to be almost air tight. Snow blocks that door and you got problems. Put a distressed person in there in cold weather and you get a very warm but possibly moist person. Not a bad compromise in many cases.



The stitching is good but I can not tell if it's sealed and some of the hems "turn" the wrong direction and moisture could gain entry. Not a big deal considering the primary function of this tent.



The closed end of the tent has a brass eyelet through which you feed the suspension cord. The eyelet is somewhat protected by the tent overhang so unless you are worried that a bug will crawl down the cord and mix with your roasting self there's no problem here. The cord exits the door-end of the tent where there is nothing but the shape of the tent to keep it at the top of the opening. I tossed a binder's clip in the mix, my usual fix for most keep-stuff-there issues.



The tent door is as shown, two flaps. They have several ties that serve to hold close and roll-open the flaps.



The stake loops are not impressive but considering the total (lack) of real mass involved, they look plenty strong enough to handle the wind-load from the tent. The stakes are adequate for soft ground, you will hurt yourself trying to strike than with a hammer. They are curved at the top.



I was hoping for total black-out as shown in the product image but the orange coating over Mylar construction allows light to enter through the material. My thoughts on that were; tent inside-out in direct Sunlight equals day shelter, and tent normal-side out in darkness equals visible. On the "visible" note, you can use the cord supplied to hang this tent from one end and it becomes a huge site marker for directing your friends to where you found the best camping spot! The whole thing looks really cool if you trigger a big slave flash in there in a dark room. :)



I will review more when I get a chance to play with this tent some more. For now, if you have $30 flipping around in your pocket and want a huge orange thing to play with... here you go!

Outdoor Tube Tent-Aluminum Coated Interior Insulates Body Heat for Extra Warmth,82" X 36"

CUSTOMER REVIEW



This is kinda an impulse buy for me, the orange color, metalized lining and 82" length all pulled together to score a buy.

I will review this tent over time and whenever I use it.

First impressions upon unpacking, setting-up (indoors), folding and returning to original packaging.



At first I thought the tent was orange fabric lined with metalized Mylar. It's actually a heavy Mylar treated with an orange coating. Feels and looks like fabric but does not have any fibers that I can see or (important) suck-up into my sinuses! I like this detail. I also see this material being easier to travel with as it should repel water better.



The tent is large enough for one adult, fully clothed and a bedroll or sleeping bag. Keeping in mind it is not vented anywhere but the "door" opening and it is a fully enclosed metalized Mylar "tube" you will not want much in there unless it's going to get really cold. Under very cold conditions you will have to carefully manage moisture when you are in there as the tent is likely to be almost air tight. Snow blocks that door and you got problems. Put a distressed person in there in cold weather and you get a very warm but possibly moist person. Not a bad compromise in many cases.



The stitching is good but I can not tell if it's sealed and some of the hems "turn" the wrong direction and moisture could gain entry. Not a big deal considering the primary function of this tent.



The closed end of the tent has a brass eyelet through which you feed the suspension cord. The eyelet is somewhat protected by the tent overhang so unless you are worried that a bug will crawl down the cord and mix with your roasting self there's no problem here. The cord exits the door-end of the tent where there is nothing but the shape of the tent to keep it at the top of the opening. I tossed a binder's clip in the mix, my usual fix for most keep-stuff-there issues.



The tent door is as shown, two flaps. They have several ties that serve to hold close and roll-open the flaps.



The stake loops are not impressive but considering the total (lack) of real mass involved, they look plenty strong enough to handle the wind-load from the tent. The stakes are adequate for soft ground, you will hurt yourself trying to strike than with a hammer. They are curved at the top.



I was hoping for total black-out as shown in the product image but the orange coating over Mylar construction allows light to enter through the material. My thoughts on that were; tent inside-out in direct Sunlight equals day shelter, and tent normal-side out in darkness equals visible. On the "visible" note, you can use the cord supplied to hang this tent from one end and it becomes a huge site marker for directing your friends to where you found the best camping spot! The whole thing looks really cool if you trigger a big slave flash in there in a dark room. :)



I will review more when I get a chance to play with this tent some more. For now, if you have $30 flipping around in your pocket and want a huge orange thing to play with... here you go!

Outdoor Tube Tent-Aluminum Coated Interior Insulates Body Heat for Extra Warmth,82" X 36"

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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

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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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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Monodome Tent for 2 Persons with Carry Bag

Monodome Tent for 2 Persons with Carry Bag

CUSTOMER REVIEW



I literally took this tent out of the box, peeked into the carry bag to make sure it had poles, strapped it outside my backpack in the side bottle holder, drove to the Tamarac Trailhead and hiked in 3.5 miles for an overnight dirt camp. It wasn't noticeable at all on my pack. Sometimes I had to look at my shadow to make sure it was still there. haha The diameter packed in the carry sack is close to 4" and 21 long. The sack is not tight so you could probably roll the tent another 1/2" to 1" tighter and strap it. On my pack I had room to add my microlight fishing pole next to the tent and they rode nice together. This tent was super easy to setup and unlike a few other tents with similar specs this one will fit a person to 6ft. It would be a little cramp with two adults but doable. The rain fly is a little on the skimpy side as seen in the picture but it covers the vent up top. There also appears to be loops further down the corners for adding a larger rain fly. I haven't tried it in the rain yet but I expect it will need some rain proofing. When you are ready to fold it up, just fold it like a business letter the same size as the poles and roll it up on the poles. Overall this tent was a very nice surprise and made my overnight more comfortable. It kept the mosquitoes out, kept my gear clean, seems reliable, very fast setup and take down, low weight, small pack size, my 5' 10" height fit in it well and the price was right.

Monodome Tent for 2 Persons with Carry Bag

CUSTOMER REVIEW



I literally took this tent out of the box, peeked into the carry bag to make sure it had poles, strapped it outside my backpack in the side bottle holder, drove to the Tamarac Trailhead and hiked in 3.5 miles for an overnight dirt camp. It wasn't noticeable at all on my pack. Sometimes I had to look at my shadow to make sure it was still there. haha The diameter packed in the carry sack is close to 4" and 21 long. The sack is not tight so you could probably roll the tent another 1/2" to 1" tighter and strap it. On my pack I had room to add my microlight fishing pole next to the tent and they rode nice together. This tent was super easy to setup and unlike a few other tents with similar specs this one will fit a person to 6ft. It would be a little cramp with two adults but doable. The rain fly is a little on the skimpy side as seen in the picture but it covers the vent up top. There also appears to be loops further down the corners for adding a larger rain fly. I haven't tried it in the rain yet but I expect it will need some rain proofing. When you are ready to fold it up, just fold it like a business letter the same size as the poles and roll it up on the poles. Overall this tent was a very nice surprise and made my overnight more comfortable. It kept the mosquitoes out, kept my gear clean, seems reliable, very fast setup and take down, low weight, small pack size, my 5' 10" height fit in it well and the price was right.

Monodome Tent for 2 Persons with Carry Bag

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Coleman Sundome 4-Person Tent, Green

Coleman Sundome 4-Person Tent, Green

CUSTOMER REVIEW



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

CUSTOMER REVIEW



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 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

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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