Eureka Freedom Outfitter 11-Foot by 6.5-Foot Two-Person Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought my son a Eureka 4XT years ago when he was a Cub Scout & I was the Cubmaster. Now that he's in Boy Scouts, dads like me (I'm still an adult leader) have to use our own tents. However I've since landed in a wheelchair so this design really appealed to me.

Our Boy Scout Troop uses all Eureka Outfitter tents so the boys have no trouble assembling this for me if I need help. This is very important when we're too close for my chair to navigate between the tent plots as proved to be the case at West Point this year. The National Jambo will be even worse.

The fan door is awesome even for able bodies especially if the area is cramped. The door is more navigable than a staked flap which can create a tripping hazard.

Assembly is a little unusual at first but very sensible once you're used to it.

I encountered an extreme wind & rain event this year with no issues at all. This tent fared much better than the cheap mass merchant tents that so many parents buy.

Many people are shocked when they see me at a camping event in my custom off-road power-chair but this Eureka Freedom Outfitter makes it all possible in grand comfort & style.

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Product Description:
One of the most accessible 3-season tents available, the Eureka Freedom Outfitter features a zipperless, wheelchair accessible door (which can be opened with minimal dexterity) and an extra-large vestibule that provides ample space for pets, bike, or gear storage. It's also an ideal car camping tent for couples on extended trips.
This tapered rectangular dome tent sleeps two and has a self-supporting five-pole aluminum frame. The combination of pole pocket and continuous rod sleeves with post and grommet assembly allows set up from one side of tent or from a wheel chair. The combination side entry doors/windows in sleeping area are sized for side transfer of a person onto a cot. Pull handles on internal door and window zippers allow easy grasp and operation. It also features large windows for great views and excellent ventilation.
Specifications:

Area: 44.4 square feet
Floor size: 6 feet, 6 inches by 11 feet, 8 inches
Center height: 4 feet, 9 inches at center;5 feet, 2 inches in vestibule
Wall fabrics: 70D nylon taffeta
Floor fabrics: 70D nylon taffeta, 800 mm coated
Fly fabrics: 75D StormShield polyester
Pack size: 8 by 30 inches
Weight: 16 pounds, 8 ounces

About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka's long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents.
The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company's annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased.
In 1960, Eureka's new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20°F during the first all American Mt. Everest Expedition.
For backpackers and families, Eureka introduced its legendary Timberline tent in the 1970s. Truly the first StormShield design, this completely self-supporting and lightweight backpacking tent became one of the most popular tents the entire industry with sales reaching over 1 million by its ten year anniversary.
Eureka tents have also traveled as part of several historic expeditions, including the American Women's Himalayan Expedition to Annapurna I in 1978 and the first Mt. Everest ascents by a Canadian and American woman in 1986 and 1988. In recent history, tents specially designed and donated by Eureka sheltered Eric Simonson and his team on two historic research expeditions to Mount Everest, this time in a quest for truth regarding the 1924 attempted summit of early English explorers George Mallory and Andrew Irvine. During the 1999 expedition, the team made history finding the remains of George Mallory, but the complete mystery remained unsolved. Returning in 2001 to search for more clues, the team found amazing historical artifacts which are now on display at the Smithsonian.
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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 take 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 more specifically designed for summer backpacking and other activities. Many premium tents will feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain-fly for enhanced waterproofness.
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 those 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 floor-plan 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 more lightweight. 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 also 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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Big Agnes Big House - 6 Person Tent (Spring 2010) Review

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(More customer reviews)couldn't be better..Big Agnes pops up in minutes and is beautifully designed. we put 4 full sized cots in this 'sleeps 6' tent and had lots of room.. 6 in sleeping bags may be tight for grown adults. we love Agnes!!!

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Product Description:
Specifications for the Bighouse Tent by Big Agnes: Trail Weight: 13 lb 10 oz Packed Weight: 13 lb 15 oz Packed Size: 4" x 14" x 26" Floor Area: 90 sq ft Head Height: 75 Features: Lightweight 7001 Aluminum poles Color coded pole ends, grommet webbing and buckles make set up easy Fly is durable polyester rip-stop with 1500mm waterproof Polyurethane coating Floor is durable polyester with 1500mm waterproof Polyurethane coating Tent body is durable polyester rip-stop with 1500mm waterproof Polyurethane coating, and nylon mesh Sleeves and plastic clips attach the tent body to the pole frame for quick and easy set-up Two large doors Large poly-vinyl skylight Twelve mesh floor pockets All seams are taped 14 Stakes included with tent Hanging storage loops included Briefcase style carry bag with interior pockets and shoulder straps Footprint sold separately

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Eureka Timberline Outfitter 4 9-Foot by 7-Foot Four-Person Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a Scoutmaster.We have purchased many tents in the past for trials.Mostly Eureka tents but we have some Coleman, North Peak, ect...The last set of tents we purchased were the Eureka Timberline 4 (NOT THE OUTFITTER).This is a HUGE mistake.We camp between 1 - 3 times a month rain or shine, cold or hot.We have two other outfitters that were purchased back in 1988 that are still in full operation.Every other tent (including the regular timberlines from Eureka) just do not hold up to the use we put these things through.

The extra heavy flooring that is factory sealed does not allow water in PERIOD.The first time we took the four new ones out that we recently purchased, there was literely a stream of water three feet wide going UNDER the tent.In one night, we had 2.8 inches of rain in a 3 hour period.Not one drop got through the new Eureka Timberline Outfitter 4's Rainfly or door/window zippers.The kids stayed in their tents and I was really suprised that there was not even condensation on the inside of their tents from their breath.HOWEVER, the boys that were in the old Timberline 4's (not the outfitter series) were DRENCHED.We had seamsealed the tents (something for which the outfitters you NEVER have to do) but it still got through because of the rough use we put them through split the seamseal resinWe had just applied it in March but had went on 4 campouts since then.I called the company about it, I didn't know that EACH time you put up and take down your tent, you are supposed to seamseal.

Anyway, best tent ever made for a Boy Scout Troop or anyone that does a lot of camping.If you need a bigger tent, go with the Timberline Outfitter 6.That is what I use.We fit two adults with cots in it comfortably.The only water that got into it was when I dragged in my drenched body from the rain.

Sincerely

Owl Patrol Memeber

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Product Description:
One of the world's most popular tents (with over a million sold), the classic A-frame Eureka Timberline Outfitter 4 offers room enough for four sleepers and an industrial, heavy duty design. Ideal for car campers or using as a base camp, the three-season free-standing Outfitter 4 will stand up to the toughest of conditions. Set up is quick and easy, thanks to a sturdy shockcorded 0.5-inch aluminum frame, ring and pin attachments, and clip attachments.
It features a breathable nylon wall, polyester fly, and a heavy-duty bathtub floor made of 4 ounce 210D oxford nylon that repels water. The High/Low door vents from the top and/or bottom, providing options for moderating air flow. The hooded fly at the front and rear allows windows to remain partially open during rain for ventilation. Shockcorded eaves increase stability and tear resistance in wind. Other features include two mesh gear pockets, loops for gear loft, flashlight, clothesline, and closable windows.
Specifications:

Area: 63 square feet
Floor size: 8 feet, 9 inches by 7 feet, 2 inches
Center height: 4 feet, 10 inches
Wall fabrics: 1.9-ounce breathable nylon/ 1.9-ounce permeable taffeta nylon
Floor fabrics: 4-ounce Oxford Nylon with 1200mm coating
Fly fabrics: 2.2-ounce 75D Ripstop polyester with 1500 mm coating
Pack size: 7 by 24 inches
Weight: 10 pounds, 12 ounces

About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka's long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents.
The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company's annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased.
In 1960, Eureka's new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20°F during the first all American Mt. Everest Expedition.
For backpackers and families, Eureka introduced its legendary Timberline tent in the 1970s. Truly the first StormShield design, this completely self-supporting and lightweight backpacking tent became one of the most popular tents the entire industry with sales reaching over 1 million by its ten year anniversary.
Eureka tents have also traveled as part of several historic expeditions, including the American Women's Himalayan Expedition to Annapurna I in 1978 and the first Mt. Everest ascents by a Canadian and American woman in 1986 and 1988. In recent history, tents specially designed and donated by Eureka sheltered Eric Simonson and his team on two historic research expeditions to Mount Everest, this time in a quest for truth regarding the 1924 attempted summit of early English explorers George Mallory and Andrew Irvine. During the 1999 expedition, the team made history finding the remains of George Mallory, but the complete mystery remained unsolved. Returning in 2001 to search for more clues, the team found amazing historical artifacts which are now on display at the Smithsonian.
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 take 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 more specifically designed for summer backpacking and other activities. Many premium tents will feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain-fly for enhanced waterproofness.
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 those 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 floor-plan 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 more lightweight. 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 also 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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MT. Barren Family Tent - 18 X 12 Family Four Room Cabin Tent - sleeps 10! Review

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(More customer reviews)I usually don't write reviews but I was so pleased with this tent I just had to.I've seen complaints on other websites about this tent but I bought it anyway and I'm glad I did.Those nay-sayers just don't know how to set up a tent.

I have the bigger better syndrome and this tent scratches that itch...big time 18 x 12.Only downside to that is finding an open area or flat enough for that size tent.That part was difficult.I've camped and backpacked for close to 20 years now so I know a thing or two about tents.Here's what I can tell you about this one:

1.You won't take it backpacking because it weighs in at 40+lbs.So what...it's a family tent.Car camping or your 4 wheel drive where ever you can get to.This is ok.

2.After setting it up in my garage before going out, I was able to set this up with help in about 20 minutes.After the trip I was able to do it by myself in about 30 minutes.Poles go together easy and if you take your time the tent goes up fairly easy.

3.Some people complained about stability.Hogwash...this tent is rock stable because (1) The rain fly has velcro on the underside that attaches to the tent poles significantly increasing stability and (2) the rain fly has guy lines you can attach to stakes further increasing stability.It would take a hurricane to move this tent even as large as it is.

4.It is very sturdy.First trip out we ended up in an ice storm with 1/8" of ice over the entire tent.The tent understandably sagged a bit in some areas but did not come close to structural failure.Poles didn't even bend.BIG plus there.

5.Tent is VERY water resistant.Melted ice never came through.I set the tent up in my back yard when I got home to air it out and of course it rained for the next 4 days.I went outside to check it out during that time and the rain fly had no leaks.There was a small hole in two of the corners that let in a few trickles but I was able to seal those.Also, the material covering the zippers had become saturated and let in a few trickles that made a very small trail of water.I coated those areas with fabric sealer when the rain stopped.This is EXCELLENT performance for those of you that don't understand a typical tent's water resistance.

6.Despite the large amount of space between the rain fly and the tent, there was no noticeable air current inside the tent (no rain blew in either).

Other notes:This is definitely a 3 season tent but I've always stretched the limits on gear and this one took the 4th season in stride reasonably well.If you are looking for a 2 or 3 season family tent...this is your tent.

Inside there is a divider in the middle that zips closed making it a true 2 room tent.It says it will sleep 10 but realistically it will sleep 6 on twin air mattresses quite easily.

1 door on each side of the tent (1 per room) makes for easy access.We used one room for storing our gear and slept in the other room.

Here is one of the better bonuses of this tent:The carrying bag it comes in is actually big enough to hold the tent and poles AFTER you repack it.I mean, really, who amongst us has put up a tent and then tried to fold it back so it would fit in the bag it came in...with the poles.Never happens first time and many times not even the 2nd.THIS tent bag is huge with extra room...yes extra room.

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Product Description:
18' x 12' x 86" This large free standing design is stable and its straight sides allow for increased interior space. 2 rooms 1 sleeping and one Combo gives this tent versatility and comfort. There are 2 doors on the sides which provide entry into the Combo room the combo room can be used as a screen room or for sleeping. The huge windows in the walls and the roof vents help keeps moisture to a minimum.

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Sportz Mid Size SUV - Minivan Tent (For Toyota 4Runner, Highlander, Rav4,Alphard, Sienna, Voxy Models) Review

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(More customer reviews)After hearing nothing about the tent order for 19 days I emailed the seller and did not hear back, however, when I rated them for their lack of response, they responded very quickly.I never heard anything from Fedex or the seller, like Melissa suggests.I ordered the tent on April 23rd and did not have it May 15, 2009. Sorry to say I cannot rate the tent, just the lack of service and rude emails from the seller.The seller's second email was venomous. Melissa wrote at the review site that my feedback was "ridiculous".I didn't know that shopping would end up in insults toward me. Melissa's first response is next:

Hi Penny -- Why not give us time to respond before leaving such rude feedback?

Your tent was returned to us by Fedex as refused by recipient.I am assuming they tried to deliver it to a wrong address.Our apologies.

I am issuing you a full refund because you have already left us bad feedback and when that happens, the transaction is considered closed.

If you will kindly consider removing the feedback, it would be very appreciated.

Regards,

Melissa
homestoregalore

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Product Description:
Redefining SUV - Sleeping Utility Vehicle

Features:
4 16mm shock-corded aluminum poles
Converts vehicle cargo area into great storage or sleeping space
Removable sleeve, converts into an extra door or window
Easily converts into a stand alone ground tent
Heavy duty fire retardant material around removable vehicle sleeve
Two large entrance doors
Three large no-see-um mesh windows and 2 skylights with 2 clear PVC windows in rain fly for great ventilation
6' x 6' rain fly awning
Two additional inside pockets for storing items
Lantern holder and gear loft hanging from ceiling
Comes with a carrying bag for easy storage
Sleeps 4-5 people
Base: 8.5' x 8.5', Height: 82"
Floor made of woven polyethylene with rip stop technology

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Paha Que' Wilderness Promontory Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)We purchased your Promontory and the TePee. We couldn't be more pleased with the products. My wife and I camp at least 6-7 times a year here in the Indiana State Parks. I have recommended Paha Que products to my co-workers and showed them their catalogue. Their products make the camping experience comfortable and enjoyable. The first time we used them we had thunderstorms and winds for 2 days. They held up with unbelievable performance and kept dry while other campers got soaked. We had a couple of the wet campers ask about Paha Que products and since we carry a catalogue, showed them the product line. We will probably purchase a few more Paha Que accessories in the near future.

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Product Description:

Now, a new 2-room tent with unmatched
quality, only from PahaQue'

The Promontory Tent offers campers lots of room, with a generous peakheight of 7 feet and a roomy 12' x 10' floor space. That's 120 totalsquare feet of room, or two spacious 6'X 10' rooms. Doors on eitherend offer individual access to each room, and the large side door makesentry to either room a breeze! There's even a built-in awning thatoffers flexibility to meet any weather conditions. Two large windowsalso offerexcellent campsite visibility and ventilation.

The Promontory Specifications

MEASUREMENTS

Floor Size: 144 x 120. Bathtub floor extends 3 up sidewalls Inside height: Minimum: 60 at sidewalls / Maximum: 84 at peak Zipper door dimensions:
Main Side Door: 60high; 98 Wide at top; tapers to 72 at bottom
End Doors: 60 high; 84 wide at top; taper to 24 at bottom Side window dimensions:
36 X 36

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The North Face Minibus 33 Tents Citronella, One Size Review

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(More customer reviews)read other reviews for this tent but it's awesome.However, DONT buy on amazon, it's over 200 dollars over MSRP... Something must be wrong with the posting.

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Product Description:
This three person backpacking tent uses a revolutionary designed to allow for maximum floor space while providing two large vestibules areas

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Paha Que Pamo Valley 10- by 10-Foot Six-Person Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)My husband and I have been tent camping for years. We own two other tents - a 4-person REI dome tent (that we've enjoyed for 10+ years) and a small backpacking tent that sets up quickly and takes up very little space in the trunk of our car. We finally got this last summer when I wanted to start sleeping on a cot (back problems, darn them) and none of the cots I wanted would fit in our other tents.

After lots of careful research I decided on this tent because of its size, everything I'd read about ease of set-up, Paha Que's customer service, and how well people say they stand up to wind and storms. We like desert camping and wind and storms are usually part of the package.

We got to use it for two camping trips so far and were not disappointed whatsoever. But I must say that I am REALLY glad we did a trial set-up in our local park before going. Some of the set-up for us wasn't as easy as it looked in their online video instructions - those poles are really strong and not as flexible as the fiberglass ones we were used to (and maybe we're just a little more out-of shape than we thought). Either way, we were able to figure out a system that worked for us ahead of time so we weren't struggling during set-up at the campsite. I highly recommend doing that if you can.

I can't say enough good things about sleeping in it though. It was huge and roomy - my husband was able to stand up to get dressed and undressed which he never could in our other tents (he's just under 6' tall). We also had room for a small table, a tent fan and a porta-potty (no more late night jaunts out into the cold where I wake up too much to go back to sleep).

The inside pockets that are reachable from the outside are very handy, as is the "attic" where we can store all those little things that just get in the way. We could've brought chairs in if we wanted, there's that much room, but we didn't want to this time. Heck we could live in it if we ever needed to! I also love the square shape vs the dome shape - it's a much better use of space and things just seem to fit better (like cots, for instance).

We didn't get to try out its storm-resistant qualities though, because we had unusually good weather those weeks - darn it, because I was really looking forward to cozying up in there during a good storm. Oh well, maybe next time. But the ventilation was excellent and we didn't notice any condensation on the tent walls, even though there was dew on the grass in the mornings.

The only downside (and I'm really reaching here) is that because of its large footprint our choice of campsites was more limited than we were used to - but that would be true of any large tent and it's actually smaller than a lot of other "family" tents on the market.

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Product Description:
Like all Paha Que tents, the Pamo Valley Tent--the tallest model of all tents by Paha Que--uses state-of-the art fabrics, innovative design, and high-quality components for performance that ensures a trouble-free camping experience. Designed to provide maximum usable space and total weatherproof performance, this tent is ideal for 4-6 people.
With its large no-see-um grade mesh roof, two large doors and windows, the Pamo Valley provides excellent ventilation, visibility around camp, and fantastic stargazing at night. And when the weather turns unpredictably drizzly or wet, the Pamo Valley buttons up tightly with an easy-to-install rainfly for full waterproof performance--even in heavy rain anddriving wind gusts up to 50 miles per hour. A bathtub style floor design keeps running ground water out off the tent as well.
The entire tent body and floor seams of the Pamo Valley are factory tape-sealed, elimating the need for an awkward full-coverage rainfly. By sealing all of the tent's floor, body, and rainfly seams, only a partial coverage rainfly is needed, which is also integral to Paha Que Weather Control System (WCS). Partial coverage rainflies and mesh roofs provide great ventilation in any weather while virtually eliminating interior condensation, even on the most humid nights. Paha Que's rainflies (which have built-in awnings) also allow the use of doors and windows even during foul weather.
The Pamo Valley comes complete with a full set of adjustable and reflective guylines and two complete sets of ground stakes to accommodate any ground conditions you may encounter. An oversized carry sack makes folding and storing the tent a breeze. An emergency tent repair kit is also included with this tent. Gear access ports are located underneath each side window which allow access to your gear without tracking bugs and mud into the tent. (This is especially a feature appreciated by the parents of little ones!) Interior hanging gear slings and an overhead gear attic make gear storage and access a snap while also maximizing the amount of usable space inside the tent.
The entire Pamo Valley tent is supported by a heavy-duty 6000 series aluminum pole set. All sets are shock-corded for ease of set-up and storage and are also covered by Paha Que's lifetime warranty. A pair of awning poles is also included.
Manufacturer's Warranty
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About Paha Que
Paha Que Wilderness Inc. is a young and innovative company that makes high-quality family camping tents. Campers love them, but when they first see the name in print, they pause and wonder just how to pronounce it and try to understand its meaning. You won't find it in any dictionary and there have been debates amongst linguists about its derivation. According to the legend behind the term, Paha Que is the Southwest Indian version of "Aloha." Paha Que takes it to mean "happy trails." It can mean hello, good-bye, how are you, have a good day, and more. Perhaps a variation on the Spanish phrase Que Pasa? The people at Paha Que learned it from a local rancher friend whose grandpa learned it from local Indians. It boils down to the fact that the name is surely different, and appropriately so because these tents are very different from ordinary tents.
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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 take 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 more specifically designed for summer backpacking and other activities. Many premium tents will feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain-fly for enhanced waterproofness.
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 those 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 floor-plan 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 more lightweight. 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 also 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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Kelty® Trail Dome 6 Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)On a tent camping trip, a quality tent is essential; the Kelty Trail Dome 6 is just such a beautiful piece of equipment. While rated as a six person tent, this cozy, one-room shelter will sleep three to four adults comfortably if you usually use an airbed under your sleeping bags. The design is pretty standard for a dome tent, but it's in the fit, finish and details that this tent excels. Here are some more positive aspects to consider:

1. The layout is a square 10' by 10' with a substantial 6' center height. The tent hooks onto the poles with color coordinated clips. One person can setup this tent, but securing the rainfly does require a little finesse because it's big and slippery.

2. The rainfly provides great coverage on the sides, and there are plenty of velcro stays and guyouts to make the tent secure in a substantial wind and rain storm. Other tents went down while this tent stayed up keeping its occupants under cover. Large ventilation panels of no-see 'um netting on each side are located well up under the sides to protect from rain and snow, but their location does make it just a little less ventilated when there's no moving air such as on a hot, summer night.

3. The bathtub floor has taped and sealed seams (standard on any high quality tent) and the floor extends well up the sides to give very good protection against water infiltration.

Some things that will make the tent more livable are light-reflective guywires such as the Kelty Triptease; the guylines that come with the tent are black nylon and impossible to see at dusk let alone at night. Also, an available footprint for the tent from Kelty does make it a lot easier to setup the tent while adding a necessary layer of protection under the floor.

It seems everyone who has done tent camping has had some bad experience with inclement weather, but fortunately this tent is part of the solution rather than part of the problem. No tent is perfect, but if you like camping, this tent helps you get a good night's sleep so you have more energy for the "roughing it" part of your adventure. Have fun!

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Fast, easy setup and the pile of money you'll save here at the Guide make this Kelty Trail Dome 6 Tent a whale of a smart buy! Sleep 6 easily with this roomy tent! Everyone in your group will agree that sleeping arrangements are hunky-dory in the Trail Dome 6! The ventilated, two pole design works well in either a campground or the remote back country. Tent body features: Color-coded clip construction; ArcEdge floor; Taped floor seams; Water Tight Wall (WTW); Side-wall vents; Mesh ceiling; Closeable mesh panels; Internal storage pockets; Gear loft loops; Fly features: Taped seams; Noiseless zipper pulls; Fly vents; Noiseless zipper pulls; Guyout points; Side-release buckle tent / fly connection; Material and approximate dimensions: Walls: nylon taffeta; floor: 1800 mm PU nylon taffeta; 3-season tent with room for 6. Approx. 14 lbs., 8 ozs. Floor area 100 sq. ft. Overall dimensions: 10 x 10', 72" center height. 2 aluminum and 2 fiberglass brow poles: (2); stuffed size: 10" x 30"; two doors. Get cracking... order today and your next camping trip will be a treat! Kelty Trail Dome 6 Tent

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Paha Que Perry Mesa 14-by 10-Foot Eight-Person Tent with Screen Room Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned a number of large tents over the years, from Colemans to North Face, and I guess its true that you get what you pay for.On our recent trip to Moab (southern Utah) with a few other families, I made the decision to buy a decent tent for this years trip.My friend could not understand why the price difference between our new Paha Que and his Kelty that he got at Wal-Mart.

On the third night a storm blew through, as they often do in the desert, and it got suprisingly windy.All of us who were camping in tents had run out our guide ropes in anticipation of some windier weather, and glad we did, although it didn't seem to help some of the others.

About 2am the wind got really heavy, and two of the other tents just collapsed!This is the part where I realized the extra money I spent was worth it.We ended up taking some of the other kids into our tent - we had a total of 4 adults and 6 kids in our tents, while the remainder slept in their vehicles until the morning.

We were able to repair the rest of the tents to last the rest of the trip, but our tent won the "built like a brick s--- house" award on this trip.There was no sign of any wear and tear on the tent at all.Very impressive.This is my first Paha Que tent, and it seems to be as good as everyone says they are.I will recommend it to all my friends.

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The largest and most versatile tent manufactured by Paha Que Wilderness, the Perry Mesa tent uses state-of-the art fabrics, innovative design, and high-quality components for performance that ensures a trouble-free camping experience. This tent combines the best features and benefits of Paha Que tents and screen rooms into a very functional shelter.
The tent section can be completely sealed off and will provide a waterproof shelter. A large door can open to the screen room section of the shelter to create one large room. The screen room has awnings onto all three sides which can be attached as awnings, rolled up, or put down to cover a side of the tent from wind, rain, or sun. With all three awnings pulled down, the screen room can also be sealed off to create a floorless tent area. Add the Perry Mesa Tent Footprint (available separately), and you can create one large sealed tent.
With its large no-see-um grade mesh roof, two large doors, three windows, and the screen room, the Perry Mesa provides excellent ventilation, visibility around camp, and fantastic stargazing at night. And when the weather turns unpredictably drizzly or wet, the Perry Mesa buttons up tightly with an easy-to-install rainfly for full waterproof performance--even in heavy rain anddriving wind gusts up to 50 miles per hour. A bathtub style floor design keeps running ground water out off the tent as well.
The entire tent body and floor seams of the Perry Mesa are factory tape-sealed, eliminating the need for an awkward full-coverage rainfly. By sealing all of the tent's floor, body, and rainfly seams, only a partial coverage rainfly is needed, which is also integral to Paha Que Weather Control System (WCS). Partial coverage rainflies and mesh roofs provide great ventilation in any weather while virtually eliminating interior condensation, even on the most humid nights. Paha Que's rainflies (which have built-in awnings) also allow the use of doors and windows even during foul weather.
The Perry Mesa also comes complete with a full set of adjustable and reflective guylines and two complete sets of ground stakes to accommodate any ground conditions you may encounter. An oversized carry sack makes folding and storing the tent a breeze. An emergency tent repair kit is also included with this tent. Poles are packed separately in their own stuff sack to prevent damage to the tent body when stored.The entire Perry Mesa tent is supported by a heavy-duty 6000 series aluminum pole set. All sets are shock-corded for ease of set-up and storage and are also covered by Paha Que's lifetime warranty. A pair of awning poles is also included.
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About Paha Que
Paha Que Wilderness Inc. is a young and innovative company that makes high-quality family camping tents. Campers love them, but when they first see the name in print, they pause and wonder just how to pronounce it and try to understand its meaning. You won't find it in any dictionary and there have been debates amongst linguists about its derivation. According to the legend behind the term, Paha Que is the Southwest Indian version of "Aloha." Paha Que takes it to mean "happy trails." It can mean hello, good-bye, how are you, have a good day, and more. Perhaps a variation on the Spanish phrase Que Pasa? The people at Paha Que learned it from a local rancher friend whose grandpa learned it from local Indians. It boils down to the fact that the name is surely different, and appropriately so because these tents are very different from ordinary tents.
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 take 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 more specifically designed for summer backpacking and other activities. Many premium tents will feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain-fly for enhanced waterproofness.
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 those 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 floor-plan 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 more lightweight. 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 also 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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Sierra Designs Meteor Light 6 Person Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)The quality of this tent is on par with what you would expect from one designed for backcountry enthusiasts. You can't find that attention to detail in most 6 man tents. Nothing bad to say about it. I have a family of four, we wanted room to grow and have more than enough with this tent. Interior mesh pockets everywhere. Room enough to stand. The panoramic view from our backs was the nicest surprise. Love it! if you are car camping with kids this is a must have.

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Product Description:
FEATURES of the Meteor Light 6 Person Tent by Sierra Designs Dye Free Optic White Canopy Patent Pending Eye Pole Roomy 6-Person Family Tent Canopy and Mesh for Appropriate Mix of Privacy and Venting Vestibule Venting Sew-Free Window M-Hub Jake?s Foot Pole Attachment DAC Twist Clip SPECIFICATIONS: Season: 3 Capacity: 6 Trail Weight: 15 lb 10 oz Packed Weight: 16 lb 7 oz Number of Doors: 2 Interior Area: 81.5 ft2 Vestibule Area: 3030 ft2 Peak Height: 81" Packed Size: 26" x 11" x 10" Number of Poles: 3 hubbed Pole Diameter (Outer): 14.50 / 13.00 mm Floor Material: 70D Nylon, 3000mm Body Material: 68D Polyester, Dye-Free White Fly Material: 75D Polyester, 1500mm Poles: DAC DA-17 Green Anodizing

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Eureka Extended Stay 19-Foot by 14-Foot Eight-Person Family Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)Eureka Extended Stay 19- by 14-Foot Eight-Person Family Tentis no good.Its poor design made it function like a huge parachute.I set it up in my back yard to apply seam sealer and the tent disintegrated in less than 24 hours in a 10 to 15 MPH breeze.I had attached all clips to the poles and the tent was fully staked except for one loop inside, which stabilized the door in the room divider.The two main fiberglass poles that supported the rain fly split lengthwise and then sheered in two.The tent collapsed to the ground and could not be righted without replacement parts.I cannot believe that Eureka put their name on this tent.

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Product Description:
Perfect for large families who enjoy their space and privacy, the Eureka Extended Stay family tent offers the largest floor space of any Eureka model--266 square feet. Additionally, it can be divided into two sleeping areas with the removable room divider and it includes a screen room for enjoying the evening sunset. With the removable zippered room divider you can have one (9' 6"by 14') or two (9' 6" by 7') sleeping rooms. The large floorless screen room comes with clip-on storm flaps, which keep you dry during inclement weather.
This large-volume tent is erected with 12.7mm fiberglass and 19mm cable-corded self-supporting steel poles. Set up is quick and easy thanks to the ring and pin attachments, color coded poles with central hub attachment points, polyester pole sleeves, and fly clips. It features a bathtub floor that keeps seams taut and high off the ground, and factory taped fly and floor seams for superior weather protection. Other features include large no-see-um mesh roof panels, two mesh gear pockets, three accessory hoops with clothesline, and a flashlight loop.
Specifications:

Area: 266 square feet (includes 133 square foot screen room)
Floor size: 19 feet by 14 feet
Center height: 7 feet, 6 inches
Wall fabrics: 1.9-ounce polyester taffeta with 800mm coating
Floor fabrics: 1.9-ounce 70D nylon taffeta with 800mm coating
Fly fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D Stormshield Polyester with 800mm coating
Pack size: 12 by 32 inches
Weight: 45 pounds, 1 ounce

About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka's long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents.
The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company's annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased.
In 1960, Eureka's new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20°F during the first all American Mt. Everest Expedition.
For backpackers and families, Eureka introduced its legendary Timberline tent in the 1970s. Truly the first StormShield design, this completely self-supporting and lightweight backpacking tent became one of the most popular tents the entire industry with sales reaching over 1 million by its ten year anniversary.
Eureka tents have also traveled as part of several historic expeditions, including the American Women's Himalayan Expedition to Annapurna I in 1978 and the first Mt. Everest ascents by a Canadian and American woman in 1986 and 1988. In recent history, tents specially designed and donated by Eureka sheltered Eric Simonson and his team on two historic research expeditions to Mount Everest, this time in a quest for truth regarding the 1924 attempted summit of early English explorers George Mallory and Andrew Irvine. During the 1999 expedition, the team made history finding the remains of George Mallory, but the complete mystery remained unsolved. Returning in 2001 to search for more clues, the team found amazing historical artifacts which are now on display at the Smithsonian.
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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 take 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 more specifically designed for summer backpacking and other activities. Many premium tents will feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain-fly for enhanced waterproofness.
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 those 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 floor-plan 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 more lightweight. 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 also 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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Sierra Designs Mothership 8 Person Four-Season Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)WOOOOWWW, this tent is amazing, I got 10 of them, and install them to my back yard for fun. They worked perfectly. Price is great. You should get one for you, one for your girl friend and one for your girl friends ex boyfriend. This tent is 5 star and installation is almost instant, you just throw the tent in to air and it installs itself. Yes you heard me, get one, don't think, buy, buy, buy, please buy.

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For a big time expedition, the Mothership provides all the base-camp support a group could need. 130 square feet of interior space, with a 27 square foot vestibule -the perfect logistics or kitchen tent. Four doors and a full coverage poled rainfly make the Mothership weatherproof, convenient and the perfect home away from home.

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Big Agnes Big House 6 - Six Person Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)PROS:Relatively easy set up, 90 sq. ft. of interior space, height of the tent allows everyone to stand up inside, nice duffel to store and carry the tent, large optional vestibule for cooking and storing gear(64 st. ft.!), 12 all-around mesh pockets inside the tent to stow away everything, mesh around the entire perimeter and top of the tent - fly can also be folded up half way for 360 degree views with weather protection of the fly for top 2/3 of the tent, skylight for star gazing even with the fly on.

CONS:Pole for back awning is difficult to insert into the grommets - we had to aggressively bend ours to fit!No full fly for front and back doors so we are concerned about water leakage in a heavy storm.Only provided 4 guylines even though we need at least 2 more to properly stake down the fly.(We can obviously buy more guylines but it's still annoying that Big Agnes would skimp on guylines!)

WISH LIST (Hope you are listening, Big Agnes):"Zip-offable" vestibules for the front and the back doors.This will provide the added weather protection but also allow for more ventilation when no vestibule is needed.(We bought the optional vestibule which attaches to the front door but the back door is still exposed.)

BOTTOM LINE:The Big House 6 is a great tent for our family of four for mostly warm weather car camping. We can fit a pack 'n play and 3 sleeping bags in the tent without any problems.The abundance of mesh on the tent body is great for warm weather camping and beach going.(The tent is airy and open enough to use as a beach cabana.)On the other hand, with the abundance of mesh, the tent may be too chilly for true 3 season camping.Thus, it is an excellent tent for car camping during warm weather where comfort and ease of set-up are your key criteria in selecting a family tent.

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For larger famlilies or groups, the Big House 6 Person Tent gives you enough room for six people and all their gear. It's great for longer camp outs, when you need a little extra room. The straight forward floor plan means you'll be set up, cooking and putting the kids to bed while the guy next door fumbles with his multiple room big-box tent. Tent purchase includes tent body, fly, poles, stuff sacks and stakes. To extend the life of you tent floor, we recommend using a Big Agnes footprint or ground cloth. An accessory vestibule is sold separately and adds extra covered space for your gear, a shady sitting area or shelter for the dogs! Includes vestibule, stuff sack, pole and stakes.

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Kelty Palisade 4-Person Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)The Kelty Palasaide was the second tent that I received from Kelty.I had purchased the Kelty Villa 4 this year (2010) and when I set it up I came to find out that is was defective.I called the warranty department at Kelty and they were really great.They had me setup the Villa Tent one additional time and then had me send a photo of the 3 inched of space under the floor.Being that the Villa 4 tent was from 2007 and discontinued they offered the Palisade as replacement.I was sold on the vestibule just from the website.

We are planning a trip next week to Sedona and as a test run we set the tent up in our living room.The main part of the tent went up supper easy - the circular pole was an interesting puzzle to figure out and using my 6 year old daughter as a brace we managed to get the tent up. I can honestly say that I could set up the entire tent by myself.As for the circular pole for the roof, I think a tree, car or anything stationary will work just fine if you are setting it up by yourself.

There are a few issues that I have with the tent....

1. Staking the Tent is a Must - The tent definitely needs to be staked to the ground.We go beach camping Palisade offers great ventilation in 80 degree Arizona evenings - finding a way to stake it in the sand will challenging.

2. Lack of Privacy.The Palisade is basically a bug shield without the rain fly.If you like a little privacy in a big campground you will need to attach the fly.Then you give up the awesome open roof and the star gazing that goes along with it.If you tend to do back country camping then the openness will not matter to much.

3. Pets Can Potentially Damage the Tent - We have a puppy we will be taking on our next camping trip and she already has come into the tent and made herself at home. The thing that concerns me is that if she wants out she can tend to scratch at the door.If she does with this tent the mesh will not last.

The Really positive things about the tent....

1. A BIG stuff sack - When we opened the box we found ample room in the duffle bag to account for non-professional packing.

2. A Star Gazing Roof to die for - My daughter and I laid down in the tent and looked up at the ceiling in our living room and the first thing she said was wow we can sure see a lot of shooting stars in this tent!!!!

3. Super Easy to Setup and Take Down - I could do it myself!

4. Large with Vertical Walls - We like to sleep with big comfy cots and both fit in just nicely.If you wanted a third cot it could get a little tight.Four cots would definably not fit.

5. Vestibule and Rainfly is really cool! - Makes an extra room for you!(For it to work it needs to be staked to the ground!)

6. Great Customer Service - Kelty provides awesome customer support directly out of their Colorado office...

We will report back once we have a chance to test it in the field.

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New for 2010, the Palisade is ready for any adventure. It features double-door convenience with a full vestibule and back 'porch' storage area to keep you and your family organized while enjoying the great outdoors.

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Sierra Designs Moken 4 Person Basecamp Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)So far so good with this well designed tent. I am currently "camping" on a "tent" platform with timber frame posts and beams all around and 3 walls about a third of the way done with natural building techniques. I also have a standard framed roof with a tarp pinned down to it. I am seeking to see if this tent will over winter in a partially built structure in order to observe the natural building process as it is performing. This will allow me to make design changes to the structure without actually having to deconstruct or settle on a less than optimally performing house.
As far as what can be said about the tent, the design is solid and well thought out. The poles are super strong and surprisingly easy to assemble. I am still assessing the whole seperated room thing????? The floor does not go all the way across and it is difficult to tell whether or not this will be the best situation until I try it staked and on the earth next summer. Maybe the footprint is a needed accessory, in which case it should be considered an accessory????????
All in all this was the best tent that I could find at this pricemark.

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Lots of organizational options, easy to pitch, and enormous living space characterize this shelter. The fixed floor of the main room offers gear space, while A-frame ends house sleepers. Consumers can pitch the Moken with three separate rooms, or remove each depending on their needs.

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Primus BiFrost Y6 Tent Review

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(More customer reviews)We live in Iceland, and we needed a new family tent. We are 2 adults and 3 children. Living in Iceland we sometimes get bad weather so big indoor space was a must. We do not go camping a lot, maybe 2-3 (2-4 days each) every summer. We bought this tent a year ago and I have just good things to say! A king size air maddrass (180 cm wide) just fits perfectly in the bedroom, so fitting 3 is no problem. The living area is huge! We fitted ones 12 people for dinner in bad weather!!!! It is also great because when the weather is good you can open "doors" in 3 directions!
It takes us about 15-20 minutes to put up, my husband doing most of the work :)
As it is a big tent - it is quite sensitive to wind, so sleeping in very windy weather can be difficult. You also need to have a fairly big grasspot for the tent as it is very big in areal.

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The BiFrost Y6 is our roomiest tent with two separate sleeping compartments with room for 3 people in each. The compartments are connected by a "dome" with a diameter of approx. 3 meters. The tent works well for a group of people under one roof that wants a larger space to move around in. The outer tent is made of PU coated polyester and the floor fabric can handle a 3000 mm water column. The inner tent is made of Oxford Polyester can can handle a 7000 mm water column. The tent is equipped with storm guy lines. The tents have privacy windows and a floor that can easily be snapped into place between the sleeping compartments. They come with poles that allow you to riase the door for rain protection or a shady spot outside the tent.

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