Monday, January 30, 2012

SwissGear Outdoor Eiger Hiker Tent

SwissGear Outdoor Eiger Hiker Tent Review



SwissGear Outdoor Eiger Hiker Tent Feature

  • Poles slip into grommeted webbing for easy set-up
  • Lightweight, factory taped polyester taffeta water-resistant floor
  • Permanent rain fly folds over mesh roof for maximum venting
  • Lightweight aluminum stakes
  • Factory taped fly seams
7'x5' hiker tent


Sunday, January 29, 2012

Mountain Trails Twin Peaks 7- by 7-Foot, 3 to 4-Person Sport Dome Tent

Mountain Trails Twin Peaks 7- by 7-Foot, 3 to 4-Person Sport Dome Tent Review



Mountain Trails Twin Peaks 7- by 7-Foot, 3 to 4-Person Sport Dome Tent Feature

  • Lightweight sport dome tent that sleeps up to 4 people
  • Shock-corded fiberglass frame with pole pockets for easy setup
  • Large mesh roof vents and windows provide excellent ventilation
  • Large D-style door; patented hooped fly frame adds rain protection
  • Stow 'n' Go duffel system; measures 7 x 4 x 7 feet (W x H x D)
Lightweight and compact yet large enough to sleep up to four people comfortably, the Mountain Trails Twin Peaks sport dome tent is a good choice for hikers and light travelers. The Twin Peaks boasts a 7-foot-by-7-foot footprint, with a 48-inch center height making it possible to sit up straight in the middle of the tent. The tent is also a breeze to set up, with shock-corded fiberglass poles and snag-free pole pockets. And to keep you cool on warm evenings, the tent offers mesh roof vents and windows for ample cross-ventilation. Other features include a large D-style door for easy entry and exit, a patented hooped fly frame for stability and rain protection, a utility pocket and gear loft to keep personal items within easy reach, an attached mud mat, and a poly/oxford Stow 'n' Go duffel for easy carrying.

Specifications:

  • Base: 7 by 7 feet
  • Center height: 48 inches
  • Interior space: 49 square feet
  • Sleeps: 4
  • Door: D-style
  • Windows: Polyester mesh
  • Floor: Welded polyethylene
  • Frame: Shock-corded fiberglass

Mountain Trail Twin Peaks Sport Dome tents sleeps 3 to 4 comfortably ina 49 square foot area, with the base size; 7ft. X 7ft x 48" center height. A great choice for a hiking tent that has a 5.9 pound carry weight. Features a large Dutch "D" style door for easy entry and exit, patented hoop fly frame for additional stability and rain protection and large mesh roof vents and windows for excellent ventilation. Includes a utility pocket and gear loft to keep personal items always within easy reach and an attached mud mat helps keep tent floor clean and clear.This tent has our integrated Stow-n-go duffel system that simplifies set-up, take-down and storage. Tent stakes and pole packet unrolls with tent - Fold labels for easy take-down with wrap becoming mud mat. Attached duffel wraps around rolled tent and secures with elastic bands.


Friday, January 27, 2012

Coleman Evanston 6 Tent

Coleman Evanston 6 Tent Review



Coleman Evanston 6 Tent Feature

  • Sleeps 6 people, with a 11 by 10 foot footprint and 72-inch center height
  • Modified dome structure with large privacy wings and awning
  • Variflo system for adjustable ventilation and electrical access port
  • Designed for easy set-up and takedown
  • Weathered system is guaranteed to keep you dry
This 6-person tent is perfect for the family camping, scout trips, and extended camping trips with a 1-room modified dome structure that's easy to transport and even easier to set up. Great for family camping, scout leaders, and extended camping trips, the Evanston 6 features Coleman's WeatherTec system for weather resistance and is guaranteed to keep you dry.

WeatherTec Features:

    Leak-free seams
    In addition to fully taped rainfly seams, the rainfly covers doors and windows and incorporates easy-to-use velcro frame attachments.

    Weather-resistant fabric
    Coated polyester fabric combined with anti-wicking thread, webbing and zippers are designed to keep you dry.

    Protected Seams
    Inverted floor seams dramatically increase weather resistance by hiding needle holes inside the tent, away from the elements.

    Waterproof Floors
    Welding technology strengthens the tent floor and eliminates needle holes.

    Zipper Protection
    Zipper cuff adds protection from the elements to the door.

    Wind Strong Frame
    Engineered to be a stronger, more wind-responsive frame by using redesigned poles and guy-out triangles to anchor tents and increase performance.

Tent Features:
  • Sleeps 6; 1 room
  • Exclusive WeatherTec System
  • Guaranteed to keep you dry
  • Modified dome structure, easy to transport and simple to set up
  • Great for family camping, scout leaders, extended camping trips
  • Privacy vent window
  • Control airflow with Variflo adjustable ventilation
  • Interior gear pocket
  • Electrical access port
  • Front porch and wings provide great outdoor living space
  • Easy set up with continuous, color-coded pole sleeves and shock-corded poles
  • Easy instructions sewn into durable carry bag
  • Carry bag also includes separate sacks for poles and stakes

Specifications:

  • Capacity: 6
  • Rooms: 1
  • Doors: 1
  • Fly: Polyester taffeta 75D
  • Footprint: 11 by 10 feet
  • Center Height: 72 inches
  • Mesh: Polyester 68D inner tent
  • Floor: Polyethylene 1000D-140g/sqm floor
  • Poles: 11mm fiberglass
  • Warranty: Limited 1 year

About Coleman
The Coleman Company has been creating and innovating products for recreational outdoor use since W.C. Coleman started selling gasoline-powered lanterns in 1900. Inventor of the hugely popular fold-up camp stove, Coleman developed a plastic liner for his galvanized steel coolers in 1957--the birth of the modern cooler--and the company has been improving their utility and design ever since. The array of products that bear the Coleman name now includes just about everything you might need to work or play outdoors, from tents and sleeping bags to boats, backpacks, and furniture.

From the easy setup to Coleman's WeatherTec system guaranteed to keep out wind and rain, the Coleman Evanston 6 Tent is a great choice for comfort and convenience at the campsite. The tent sleeps 6 people comfortably, with a footprint of 11'x10' and a center height of 6'. An overlapping door flap helps keep out insects when closed. Coleman's Comfort System allows control of airflow with vented Cool-Air Port/Cooler Port, privacy vent window, interior gear pocket and electrical access port. Color-coded 11mm fiberglass poles, continuous pole sleeves plus InstaClip attachments and an exclusive pin-and-ring design assure quick and easy setup even for beginners.


Wednesday, January 25, 2012

ALPS Mountaineering Chaos 3 Tent 3-Person 3-Season

ALPS Mountaineering Chaos 3 Tent 3-Person 3-Season Review



Whether you're flying solo and want a roomy home or are bringing along some friends to enjoy a night under the stars, the ALPS Mountaineering Chaos 3 Tent is all the tent you need and then some. Made with a continuous-pole design for added stability, the freestanding backpacking tent is storm-ready and eager to help you push your limits.

Product Features
  • Material: [floor] 75D 185T polyester taffeta, 3000mm urethane coating; [fly] 75D 185T polyester taffeta, 2000mm urethane coating; [canopy] 75D 185T polyester taffeta, 40D nylon no-see-um mesh
  • Freestanding: yes
  • Doors: 2
  • Number of Vestibules: 2
  • Poles: One continuous pole
  • Pole Material: 7000-series aluminum
  • Pole Attachment:
  • Floor Space: 41 sq ft
  • Floor Dimensions: 66 x 90 in
  • Interior Height: 44 in
  • Vestibule Space: 22 sq ft
  • Packed Size: 7 x 24 in
  • Seams: (fly and floor) sealed
  • Ventilation: mesh walls
  • Fast-pitch Option:
  • Trail Weight: 6 lb 10 oz
  • Recommended Use: backpacking, camping
  • Manufacturer Warranty: lifetime


Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Appalachian State Mountaineers NCAA Pinwheel Colored 9'x9' Tent

Appalachian State Mountaineers NCAA Pinwheel Colored 9'x9' Tent Review



Appalachian State Mountaineers NCAA Pinwheel Colored 9'x9' Tent Feature

  • Large 9'x9' frame with canopy that includes ground stakes for extra stability
  • Approximately 6 ft. clearance to canopy bottom
  • Durable water resistant canopy
  • School name and logo printed on all 4 sides
  • Perfect for Every Fan!
9' x 9' canopy tent that is durable and water resistant with school logo on all four sides. It has a 6ft. clearance to bottom of valance and retracts to only 4 ft for easy travel and storage. Heavy duty frame built with powder coated steel and bolted join


Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Coleman Hooligan 2 Backpacking Tent

Coleman Hooligan 2 Backpacking Tent Review



Coleman Hooligan 2 Backpacking Tent Feature

  • Lightweight, one-pole design tent for two campers
  • Features a full-length rain fly with a large vestibule
  • Coleman's Weather Tec System will keep you dry in wet conditions
  • A mesh inner tent offers maximum ventilation
  • Easy to set up
Coleman's Hooligan 2 Backpacking Tent is a convenient, small-sized tent that's ideal for weekend camping adventures. Measuring eight by six feet, this tent can sleep two people in complete comfort. Coleman's exclusive Weather-Tec system is guaranteed to keep you dry and includes: a waterproof floor, leak-free and protected seams, weather resistant fabric, a strong frame design, and the zipper guard system. With 56-inches of vertical space in the center there is plenty of room to move around.

Featuring a one-pole design for easy setup, the Hooligan 2 comes with a rainfly that covers the tent for full protection from the elements. A mesh inner tent allows for great ventilation and insect control while a dry entry vestibule is ideal for gear storage. Interior gear pockets provide easy access to important items while separate storage bags for the tent, poles, and stakes will keep you well organized.

Key Features:



    The 8- by 6-foot Hooligan 2 backpacking tent from Coleman is ideal for weekend camping trips for two people.
  • Features Coleman's Exclusive WeatherTec System
  • Measures 8 x 6 feet
  • Peak Height: 56 inches
  • Sleeps two people
  • One pole design
  • Covered vestibule
  • Exclusive pin and ring design quickly secures frame
  • Shock-corded poles for easy and quick setup
  • Easy-to-follow instructions sewn into carry bag
  • Separate storage bags for tents, poles and stakes
  • Variflo adjustable venting system increases airflow
  • Full mesh inner provides excellent breathability
  • No-see-um mesh window let the breeze in and keep insects out
  • Interior gear pockets provide easy access to important items
  • Pack Weight: 8 pounds, 12 ounces
  • Trail Weight: 6 pounds, 15 ounces

About Coleman
The Coleman Company has been creating and innovating products for recreational outdoor use since W.C. Coleman started selling gasoline-powered lanterns in 1900. Inventor of the hugely popular fold-up camp stove, Coleman developed a plastic liner for his galvanized steel coolers in 1957--the birth of the modern cooler--and the company has been improving their utility and design ever since. The array of products that bear the Coleman name now includes just about everything you might need to work or play outdoors, from tents and sleeping bags to boats, backpacks, and furniture.

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, Tunnels and Sacks
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.

Great for first time backpacking/motorcycle camping/scouts. One pole design and full rainfly offer easy setup and protection from the elements. Weather Tec System - guaranteed to keep you dry. Center height 55". 2 person capacity.


Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Coleman SunDome 7-Foot by 7-Foot 3-Person Dome Tent (Orange/Gray)

Coleman SunDome 7-Foot by 7-Foot 3-Person Dome Tent (Orange/Gray) Review



Coleman SunDome 7-Foot by 7-Foot 3-Person Dome Tent (Orange/Gray) Feature

  • 3 person, 7x7-Feet layout, 4-Feet and 4-Inch center height and 2-pole dome design
  • Color-coded and continuous pole sleeves with exclusive pin and ring design and InstaClip attachments
  • Proprietary WeatherTec System with series of inter-working features keep you dry and comfortable
  • 75-denier polyester taffeta fly,68-denier polyester mesh inner tent, 8.5-millimeter fiberglass poles
  • Includes limited one-year manufacturer's warranty
Ideal for compact camping adventures, the Coleman Sundome 3 Tent sleeps three comfortably thanks to its seven-by-seven-foot (W x D) layout and four-foot, four-inch center height.

A new Ground Vent and privacy vent window improve airflow, which can be controlled with Coleman's unique VariFlow adjustable ventilation system. A convenient electrical access port lets you run a cord from your device in the tent to an outside power source, while an interior gear pocket helps you keep things organized.

Setup is quick and simple--taking ten minutes or less--thanks two a two-pole dome design, color-coded poles and continuous pole sleeves, shock-corded fiberglass poles, an exclusive pin-and-ring design, and InstaClip attachments. Straightforward instructions are sewn into the convenient carry bag, and separate stake and pole bags are also included.

Coleman's WeatherTec System
This proprietary series of interworking features keeps the weather where it belongs--outside the tent--at all times.

  • Leak-free Seams: In addition to fully-taped rainfly seams, the rainfly covers doors and windows, and incorporates easy-to-use Velcro frame attachments
  • Weather-resistant Fabric: Coated polyester fabric combined with anti-wicking thread, webbing, and zippers are designed to keep you dry
  • Protected Seams: Inverted floor seams dramatically increase weather resistance by hiding needle holes inside the tent, away from the elements
  • Waterproof Floors: Welding technology strengthens the tent floor and eliminates needle holes
  • Zipper Protection: Zipper cuff adds protection from the elements to the door
  • Wind Strong Frame: Engineered to be a stronger, more wind-responsive frame by using redesigned poles and guy-out triangles to anchor tents and increase performance

Specifications

  • 75-denier polyester taffeta fly
  • 68-denier polyester mesh inner tent
  • 8.5-millimeter fiberglass poles

The Coleman Limited Warranty
Coleman has been in business for more than 100 years, and continues to produce high-quality, affordable tents, lanterns, table-top stoves, and more. All Coleman products have a warranty against defects in material and workmanship, and the Sundome 3 Tent includes a limited one-year manufacturer's warranty.

About Coleman Outdoor Products
More than 100 years ago, an entrepreneurial young man named W.C. Coleman had an idea for manufacturing better lanterns in Wichita, Kansas. A century later, Coleman's current catalog features a wide-ranging array of products that make spending time outside a pleasure. The company crafts coolers that keep food and drinks cold for days, airbeds that are comfortable and won't deflate during the night, a complete line of bright and long-lasting LED lights, powerful portable grills that cook with an authentic open-grill flame, and more.

Great for small-family car campers and small groups, the Coleman Sundome 3 Tent sleeps three people comfortably. It measures 7'x7', with a 4'4" center height. The Sundome 3 Tent features a new Ground Vent for improved airflow; a privacy vent window offers more ventilation; and you can control airflow with Coleman's VariFlow adjustable ventilation. A convenient electrical-access port lets you run a cord from your device in the tent to a power supply outside. An interior gear pocket helps keep your things organized. Setting up this 2-pole dome tent is a breeze -- it sets up in 10 minutes or less, thanks to color-coded poles and sleeves, shock-corded poles, continuous pole sleeves, pin-and-ring design and InstaClip attachments. Easy-to-follow set-up instructions are sewn right into the carry bag, so you'll always have them handy. The frame is strong and wind-resistant, with 8.5mm fiberglass poles; the tent fabric is 68D polyester mesh and 75D polyester taffeta inside, with a 75D polyester taffeta flysheet. The durable carry bag includes separate storage sacks for tent, poles and stakes. Limited 1-year warranty.


Saturday, January 14, 2012

Western Michigan Broncos Canopy Tent

Western Michigan Broncos Canopy Tent Review



Stay cool and dry under the Ultimate Tailgate Canopy from Rivalry. Durable water resistant 9ft x 9ft canopy. Heavy duty steel frame and 420D polyester top. Easy to set up and take down! Multiple height adjustments. Logos on all four sides. Carry bag and ground stakes for extra stability included.


Thursday, January 12, 2012

Eureka! Sunrise 8 - Tent (sleeps 4)

Eureka! Sunrise 8 - Tent (sleeps 4) Review



Eureka! Sunrise 8 - Tent (sleeps 4) Feature

  • Spacious square, dome-style tent sleeps four (8 by 8 foot floor; 64 square foot area)
  • Heavy duty bathtub floor made of 4-ounce 210D oxford polyester
  • Multicoated StormShield polyester fly won't stretch when wet and resists UV breakdown
  • Includes corner organizer, wall organizer with mirror, two water bottle pockets
  • Center height of 59 inches; weighs 11 pounds, 2 ounces
Spacious enough to comfortably sleep four campers, the Eureka Sunrise 8 dome-style tent is easy to set up and very well ventilated with four large hooded windows and no-see-um mesh panels in the ceiling. It has triple-coated fabrics and a heavy-duty bathtub floor made of 4 ounce 210D oxford polyester that repels water.

The fly is made of Stormshield polyester, which won't stretch when wet and resists UV breakdown. It has a shockcorded fiberglass frame (two poles) that features a pin and ring as well as combination clip and sleeve system for quick assembly. Other features include:

  • Twin track D door with window for easy exit/entry
  • High/Low door vents top and bottom to aid air circulation
  • External guy points help secure the tent in high winds
  • Hanging gear loft/organizer
  • Two water bottle holders
  • Corner organizer and wall organizer with mirror
  • Tent, pole, and stake bags included

Specifications:

  • Area: 64 square feet
  • Floor size: 8 feet by 8 feet
  • Center height: 4 feet, 11 inches
  • Wall fabrics: 1.9 ounce Polyester Taffeta 1200mm coating/1.9 ounce breathable polyester
  • Floor fabrics: 4 ounce 210D Oxford Polyester with 1200mm coating
  • Fly fabrics: 1.9 ounce 75D StormShield polyester with 1200mm coating
  • Pack size: 8 by 25 inches
  • Weight: 11 pounds, 2 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.

Spacious, self-supporting tent with 4-way ventilation


Sunday, January 8, 2012

Texsport Brookwood Internal Frame Tent Sleeps 2 Rugged Taffeta Polyurethane Coating Roof Panels

Texsport Brookwood Internal Frame Tent Sleeps 2 Rugged Taffeta Polyurethane Coating Roof Panels Review



Texsport Brookwood Internal Frame Tent Sleeps 2 Rugged Taffeta Polyurethane Coating Roof Panels Feature

  • Brookwood Internal Frame Tent.
  • 6 feet x 4 feet2 inches x 36 inches h.
  • Sleeps 2. "No-See-Um" window & roof panels.
  • Rugged taffeta with polyurethane coating.
  • Tub-style rip-stop polyethylene floor.
2-pole internal frame system with shock-corded fiberglass poles.


Saturday, January 7, 2012

GSI Quality Waterproof Camping Tent, Closed Sun Shelter, With Fiberglass Frame And Carrying Case - For Camping, Hiking, Picnics And All Outdoor Activities

GSI Quality Waterproof Camping Tent, Closed Sun Shelter, With Fiberglass Frame And Carrying Case - For Camping, Hiking, Picnics And All Outdoor Activities Review



GSI Quality Waterproof Camping Tent, Closed Sun Shelter, With Fiberglass Frame And Carrying Case - For Camping, Hiking, Picnics And All Outdoor Activities Feature

  • Enjoy The Great Outdoors Without Worrying About Harmful Sunburns, Dangerous Rays And Environmental Conditions
  • Ultra Portable Design, Take It With You In Carrying Case, Weather Resistant Material
  • Size Of Tent When Fully Assembled: 6.5 x 4.5 x 3.5 Feet; Spacey Enough For A Family
  • Tent Opens Up And Comes Down In Seconds, 170T Polyester Taffeta PU Coated Fabric
  • Strong Sturdy 7.9mm Fiberglass Frame Keeps Tent Stable In Windy Conditions
There's nothing better than exploring the outdoors, but a full day of UV rays and dealing with insects, can take its toll. Enter the GSI Camping Tent, a sturdy shelter that's ideal for long days and nights spent outside. Made of heavy-duty polyurethane-coated taffeta for increased UV protection and cool comfort, the GSI Tent protects you on the sides, with a roof that extends over the top as you lounge below. You can sit inside the tent to avoid the sun, lie partially covered to protect just your face, or huddle up for full-body protection when the winds start whipping. Easy, User Friendly And Affordable.


Friday, January 6, 2012

Eureka! Copper Canyon 10 - Tent (sleeps 5)

Eureka! Copper Canyon 10 - Tent (sleeps 5) Review



Eureka! Copper Canyon 10 - Tent (sleeps 5) Feature

  • 100-square-foot cabin-style tent holds 4-5 campers
  • Vertical walls maximize space
  • D-shaped door; four large windows; center height of 7'
  • Fly shades front, rear windows; clear-panel skylights
  • Made of polyester; six steel and fiberglass poles; weighs 23 lbs, 6 oz
Featuring vertical walls for maximal internal space, this 10-foot x 10-foot (100 square feet) freestanding cabin-style tent accommodates 5-6 campers on cots. A D-shaped door with side flaps has a large #8 zipper with cover for durability and rain protection. Four large zippered mesh windows open for visibility and four-way airflow and close for privacy. Toggles keep window flaps off the floor and out of the way. A fly with clear-panel skylights permits stargazing, includes pockets for storing storm guyouts when not in use, and features brims over front and rear windows to protect against elements. A port allows an extension cord (not included) to be run into the tent. A sweep-out point facilitates housekeeping. A hanging gear-loft supplies convenient storage.

Made of 1200mm, 75D polyester, the tent has six steel and fiberglass poles that slip into sleeves during setup. Frame clips and ring-and-pin assemblies also facilitate setup. Mesh screens out insects as small as no-see-ums. The tent weighs 23 pounds, 6 ounces and has a center height of 7 feet.

Eureka! tents' standard design features include bathtub-style floors that wrap up the sides to keep water out; nickel sliders and self-healing zippers; and factory-taped major seams to seal out weather.

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.

Sleep 4 to 5 people comfortably in this 100 sq. ft. tent and still have room to spare! This cabin style tent provides much more usable interior space than typical dome style tents. Straight walls offer more head room and allow campers to push cots and gear closer to the walls and out of the way. Large, side-opening, twin-track D-style door features #8 zippers for durability and zipper covers for added water protection. 4 large zippered windows open for excellent visibility and air flow and close for privacy. Extra weatherproof design features a 75D polyester taffeta bathtub floor that wraps up the sides of the tent, keeping seams high above the ground and water out. Additional features include steel and fiberglass poles for durability and pole sleeves, frame clips and ring and pin assemblies make set up a snap. Nickel sliders and self-healing zippers will provide years of trouble-free use and factory-taped major seams help to seal out the weather. Special touches like the E! Power Port for an extension cord (not included) and a handy sweep-out point make this tent extra friendly for those campers who want some of the conveniences of home.


Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Coleman 4-Person Instant Tent

Coleman 4-Person Instant Tent Review



Coleman 4-Person Instant Tent Feature

  • 4-person, 1-room tent designed to set up in less than 1 minute
  • Pre-attached tent poles extend and lock in seconds
  • Coleman's exclusive WeatherTec system keeps rain and moisture out
  • Heavy-duty 150D polyester taffeta construction; fits 1 queen airbed
  • Footprint measures 7 by 8 feet; center height of 59 inches; 1-year warranty
Nothing kills a campsite buzz like a tent with too many poles and too little instruction. Enter the Coleman Instant Tent 4, a four-person tent that sets up in less than a minute. The tent is made using an innovative one-piece design, with poles that come pre-attached to the tent. That means there's no frustrating assembly and no parts to lose. Simply unfold the tent, spread out the fabric, extend the poles, and click and lock. The only thing easier is rolling out your bag and sleeping in the open.


The tent's poles come pre-attached to the tent body, helping you pitch the tent in less than a minute.

Made of heavy-duty 150D polyester taffeta, the Instant Tent 4 is every bit as sturdy as its traditional counterparts. The tent is outfitted with Coleman's exclusive WeatherTec system, a series of technical features intended to protect you from inclement weather and nasty storms. WeatherTec tents are built with a coated polyester fabric combined with anti-wicking thread, webbing, and zippers, all designed to keep you dry when the rain comes down. The tent's welded waterproof floor and inverted floor seams, meanwhile, dramatically increase the water resistance by hiding the needle holes inside the tent and away from the elements.

The tent is also fully taped, eliminating the need for a separate rainfly. Add in a strong, wind-responsive frame and you have a shelter that performs like a brick house during a storm. In fact, Coleman is so confident in its WeatherTec system that it exposes its WeatherTec tents to a rain room that simulates nasty downpours, and to a wind machine capable of blowing hurricane force gusts. The results? Even after the tests, Coleman guarantees its WeatherTec tents will keep you dry.

The Instant Tent 4, which sleeps up to four people in its 8-by-7-foot footprint, stands 59 inches tall in the center and includes room for one queen airbed. The tent weighs 35.55 pounds and carries a limited one-year manufacturer's warranty.



The tent sleeps up to 4 people in its 56-square-foot footprint.
About Coleman
More than 100 years ago, a young man with an entrepreneurial spirit and a better idea began manufacturing lanterns in Wichita, Kansas. His name was W.C. Coleman, and the company he founded would change life in America. A man plagued with such poor vision he sometimes had to ask classmates to read aloud to him, Coleman saw a brilliant light in 1900 in a drugstore window that stopped him in his tracks. He inquired about the light inside and discovered he was able to read even the small print on a medicine bottle by the illumination. The lamps had mantles, not wicks, and were fueled by gasoline under pressure instead of coal oil. Soon afterward, Coleman started a lighting service that offered a "no light, no pay" clause--a big step forward for merchants who were burned by inferior products that rarely worked--and drew substantial interest from businesses that wanted to keep their lights on after dark.

In the ensuing years, Coleman expanded its product line well beyond lanterns. The company's current catalog is thick with products that make spending time outdoors a pleasure. There are coolers that keep food and drinks cold for days on end, comfortable airbeds that won't deflate during the night, a complete line of LED lights that last for years, powerful portable grills that cook with an authentic open-grill flame, and much, much more. Coleman has truly fashioned much of our outdoor camping experience, and expects to do so for generations to come. Setting up and taking down your tent in a new spot every day is always a hassle when you're backpacking or seeing the country by car. The Coleman® Instant 4-person tent eliminates all that stress, with a quick and easy one-minute set-up. Pre-attached poles simply need to be twisted into place. Also, the exclusive WeatherTec® system with fully taped seams keeps the interior dry without a bulky rain fly.


Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Mountain Trails Grand Pass 18- by 10-Foot, 2-Room 6 to 7-Person Family Dome Tent

Mountain Trails Grand Pass 18- by 10-Foot, 2-Room 6 to 7-Person Family Dome Tent Review



Mountain Trails Grand Pass 18- by 10-Foot, 2-Room 6 to 7-Person Family Dome Tent Feature

  • Spacious dome tent that sleeps up to 7 people
  • Shock-corded fiberglass frame with pin-and-ring system for easy setup
  • Large mesh roof vents and windows provide excellent ventilation
  • 2 large D-style doors; patented hooped fly frame adds rain protection
  • Stow 'n' Go duffel system; measures 18 x 6.3 x 10 feet (W x H x D)
Spacious enough to sleep up to seven people comfortably, the Mountain Trails Grand Pass family dome tent is a great choice for large families and groups. The Grand Pass boasts an 18-foot-by-10-foot footprint with a 76-inch center height. As a result, campers have plenty of room to stretch out, stand, or store their gear. The tent is also a breeze to set up, with shock-corded fiberglass poles and a pin-and-ring system. And to keep you cool on warm evenings, the tent offers large mesh roof vents and windows for ample cross-ventilation. You can even divide the Grand Pass into two rooms to enjoy added privacy.

Other features include two back-to-back D-style Dutch doors for easy entry and exit, a welded polyethylene floor to keep out water, mud mats to help keep the tent clean, a hooped fly for additional stability and rain protection, and an integrated Stow 'n' Go duffel system that simplifies setup, take down, and storage.

Specifications:

  • Base: 18 by 10 feet
  • Center height: 76 inches
  • Interior space: 170 square feet
  • Sleeps: 7
  • Door: 2 D-style
  • Windows: Polyester mesh
  • Floor: Welded polyethylene
  • Frame: Shock-corded fiberglass

Mountain Trails Grand Pass 2 Room Family Dome Tent sleeps 6 to 7 people comfortably ina 170 square foot tent area. Base size is 18ft x 10ft x 76" center height. Features our shockcorded fiberglass frame with pin and ring system for quick set-up, back to back Dutch "D" style doors for easy entry and exit, large mesh roof vents and windows for excellent ventilation, and welded polyethylene floor and mud matts included to help keep your tent clean. Divider curtain to separate tent into 2 rooms for your added privacy. Enjoy the hooped fly frame for additional stability and rain protection. This tent has our integrated Stow-n-go duffel system that simplifies set-up, take-down and storage. Tent stakes and pole packet unrolls with tent - Fold labels for easy take-down with wrap becoming mud mat. Attached duffel wraps around rolled tent and secures with elastic bands.


Monday, January 2, 2012

Coleman Evanston 6 Screened Tent

Coleman Evanston 6 Screened Tent Review



Coleman Evanston 6 Screened Tent Feature

  • Sleeps 6, with a footprint of 14 by 10 feet with a 68-inch center height
  • Fully screened front porch keeps the bugs out
  • 4 large windows for maximum ventilation
  • Designed for easy set-up and takedown
  • Weathered system is guaranteed to keep you dry
This 6-person tent is perfect for the family camping, scout trips, and extended camping trips with a 1-room modified dome structure that's easy to transport and even easier to set up. Great for family camping, scout leaders, and extended camping trips, the Evanston 4 features Coleman's WeatherTec system for weather resistance and is guaranteed to keep you dry.

WeatherTec Features:

    Leak-free seams
    In addition to fully taped rainfly seams, the rainfly covers doors and windows and incorporates easy-to-use velcro frame attachments.

    Weather-resistant fabric
    Coated polyester fabric combined with anti-wicking thread, webbing and zippers are designed to keep you dry.

    Protected Seams
    Inverted floor seams dramatically increase weather resistance by hiding needle holes inside the tent, away from the elements.

    Waterproof Floors
    Welding technology strengthens the tent floor and eliminates needle holes.

    Zipper Protection
    Zipper cuff adds protection from the elements to the door.

    Wind Strong Frame
    Engineered to be a stronger, more wind-responsive frame by using redesigned poles and guy-out triangles to anchor tents and increase performance.

Tent Features:

  • Sleeps 6; 1 room
  • Exclusive WeatherTec System
  • Guaranteed to keep you dry
  • Fully screened front porch area
  • Modified dome structure, easy to transport and simple to set up
  • Great for family car camping, scout leaders, extended camping trips
  • Control airflow with Variflo adjustable ventilation
  • Interior gear pocket
  • Electrical access port
  • Front porch and wings provide great outdoor living space
  • Easy set up with continuous, color-coded pole sleeves and Insta-Clip attachments
  • Pin-and-Ring design with continuous pole sleeves
  • Easy instructions sewn into durable carry bag
  • Carry bag also includes separate sacks for poles and stakes

Specifications:

  • Capacity: 6
  • Rooms: 1
  • Doors: 1
  • Fly: Polyester taffeta 75D
  • Footprint: 14 by 10 feet
  • Center Height: 68 inches
  • Mesh: Polyester 68D inner tent
  • Floor: Polyethylene 1000D-140g/sqm floor
  • Poles: 11mm fiberglass
  • Warranty: Limited 1 year

About Coleman
The Coleman Company has been creating and innovating products for recreational outdoor use since W.C. Coleman started selling gasoline-powered lanterns in 1900. Inventor of the hugely popular fold-up camp stove, Coleman developed a plastic liner for his galvanized steel coolers in 1957--the birth of the modern cooler--and the company has been improving their utility and design ever since. The array of products that bear the Coleman name now includes just about everything you might need to work or play outdoors, from tents and sleeping bags to boats, backpacks, and furniture.

The Coleman Evanston 6 Screened Tent is ideal for family car campers, scout leaders, and extended camping excursions. It sleeps six people comfortably, with a footprint of 14'x10' (including screened porch) and a center height of 5'8". This modified dome tent features a large screened porch with a floor, providing protection from insects without having to stay inside your tent. Four large windows provide excellent ventilation. The Evanston 6 is designed for easy set-up, with continuous pole sleeves, Coleman's exclusive pin-and-ring design, and easy-to-use Insta-Clip attachments. The Tent is constructed of durable 75D polyester taffeta, with a 1000D polyethylene floor and strong 9.5mm fiberglass poles.


Sunday, January 1, 2012

Sportcat Catalytic Heater With Instastart Technology

Sportcat Catalytic Heater With Instastart Technology Review



Sportcat Catalytic Heater With Instastart Technology Feature

  • Provides comfortable warmth whether indoors or in a tent
  • Electronic ignition for quick and easy matchless lighting
  • 1,500 BTU output operates up to 14 hours from one 16.4 oz propane cylinder (not included)
  • Portable integrated handle makes heater easy to carry
  • Stable, detachable base provides a strong stand for the heater
A great portable heater to take with you on a camping trip, to a sports outing or in your golf cart, the Coleman SportCat InstaStart Heater features a 1500-BTU heater that will run for up to 14 hours on a single 16.4-ounce can of propane (sold separately).