Hello, I'm new here. We are in the market for a new tent, but it seems like the more I research and look, the less I know what I want. So I'm looking for a few recommendations.
A little background. We are a family of 5(2 adults, 3 kids), and we have an old tent that I picked up for next to nothing at a rummage sale a long time ago. Our current tent is large, roughly 8' x 18'. It has 4 doors and three rooms. I love the size. We can put two queen mattresses in it, plus have a ton of room for stuff. But the tent is really starting to show its age. Half the zippers don't work, has a few tears, etc. I was originally just planning on getting a cheapie at Target or Wal Mart. Then I figured if I'm going to spend money on something, I may as well spend more and get something that will last.
So here are a few features we're looking for in order of importance(I think).
1) Durable - I don't want the thing falling apart when I test it in the back yard.
2) Large Size - We like having lots of space. Both square footage and height. I want to be able to stand up in it. We're not tall, I'm only 5'5". So looking at least an 8 man.
3) At least 2 doors
4) At least 2 rooms
5) Price - No more than around $600
So in my researching, I stumbled across this web site.
http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Campin...eviews/Ratings
Their ratings seem to echo what I'm reading on this forum. And they have some pretty good info on each tent.
So my first gut feeling was to go with either the REI Kingdom 8, or the Big Agnes Flying Diamond 8. I was really leaning toward the Big Agnes. From what I've read and seen on you tube videos, it appears to be more rugged, and I love the way it appears to be hurricane proof with that rain flap installed.
But then I started looking at the Kodiak Canvas tents, mainly the 10 x 14
http://www.kodiakcanvas.com/6014/
I LOVE the ruggedness of this one. But it's only one room, which again isn't a deal breaker. I'm thinking the only downside to these babies are the weight and packed size, which aren't that big of a deal to me. These appear to be very easy to setup as well.
So I think I have it narrowed down to those three, but I was just looking for some feedback. How about other brands I should consider?? I don't see much on here about Cabelas tents. This one looks very good and has very high reviews. Does anyone have experience with them? Looks like it has very good specs.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabel...on/1571266.uts
Thanks in advance for any advice.
A little background. We are a family of 5(2 adults, 3 kids), and we have an old tent that I picked up for next to nothing at a rummage sale a long time ago. Our current tent is large, roughly 8' x 18'. It has 4 doors and three rooms. I love the size. We can put two queen mattresses in it, plus have a ton of room for stuff. But the tent is really starting to show its age. Half the zippers don't work, has a few tears, etc. I was originally just planning on getting a cheapie at Target or Wal Mart. Then I figured if I'm going to spend money on something, I may as well spend more and get something that will last.
So here are a few features we're looking for in order of importance(I think).
1) Durable - I don't want the thing falling apart when I test it in the back yard.
2) Large Size - We like having lots of space. Both square footage and height. I want to be able to stand up in it. We're not tall, I'm only 5'5". So looking at least an 8 man.
3) At least 2 doors
4) At least 2 rooms
5) Price - No more than around $600
So in my researching, I stumbled across this web site.
http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Campin...eviews/Ratings
Their ratings seem to echo what I'm reading on this forum. And they have some pretty good info on each tent.
So my first gut feeling was to go with either the REI Kingdom 8, or the Big Agnes Flying Diamond 8. I was really leaning toward the Big Agnes. From what I've read and seen on you tube videos, it appears to be more rugged, and I love the way it appears to be hurricane proof with that rain flap installed.
But then I started looking at the Kodiak Canvas tents, mainly the 10 x 14
http://www.kodiakcanvas.com/6014/
I LOVE the ruggedness of this one. But it's only one room, which again isn't a deal breaker. I'm thinking the only downside to these babies are the weight and packed size, which aren't that big of a deal to me. These appear to be very easy to setup as well.
So I think I have it narrowed down to those three, but I was just looking for some feedback. How about other brands I should consider?? I don't see much on here about Cabelas tents. This one looks very good and has very high reviews. Does anyone have experience with them? Looks like it has very good specs.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabel...on/1571266.uts
Thanks in advance for any advice.
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