Eureka! Tetragon 8 - Tent (sleeps 4)

Eureka! Tetragon 8 - Tent (sleeps 4) Review

Eureka! Tetragon 8 - Tent (sleeps 4) Feature

• Single-room rectangular dome tent sleeps four (8' 6" by 7' 6" floor; 63.75 square foot area)
• Double-coated StormShield polyester fly and polyester bathtub floor provide excellent weather protection
• Brim over twin-track, side-opening door offers protected front entry; brimmed rear window allows ventilation during inclement weather
• Hanging gear loft and two detachable interior storage pockets keep essential items handy
• Center height of 60 inches; weighs 8 pounds, 6 ounces

A great choice for car camping, base camp, or three-season backpacking, the Eureka Tetragon 8 rectangular dome tent comfortably sleeps four people. The double-coated StormShield polyester fly and the polyester bathtub floor combine to provide excellent weather protection. This free-standing, two-pole tent is quick and easy to set up with its durable shockcorded fiberglass frame, ring and pin attachments, and color coded webbing.

It's well ventilated, thanks to two vents and large areas of mesh in the side walls. The double-coated polyester hooded fly won't stretch, and it allows front and rear windows to remain open even in rain. Other features include:

• Twin track zippers for separate operation of the window in the door
• Brim over twin-track, side-opening door offers protected front entry
• External guy points on the fly help secure your tent in high winds
• Natural green color scheme blends into any campground
• Hanging gear loft and two detachable interior storage pockets
• Mesh panels allow for clip-in accessories
• Tent, pole, and stake bags included

Specifications:

• Area: 63.75 square feet
• Floor size: 8 feet, 6 inches by 7 feet, 6 inches
• Center height: 5 feet
• Wall fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D 210T polyester taffeta with 800mm coating
• Floor fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D 210T polyester taffeta with 800mm coating
• Fly fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D 185T StormShield polyester with 800mm coating
• Pack size: 6 by 26 inches
• Weight: 8 pounds, 6 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.

Classic dome design with enough wiggle room for 4 people.

Stansport Black Granite Series McKinley 2 Pole Dome Tent (7-Feet X 7-Feet X 54-Inch)

Stansport Black Granite Series McKinley 2 Pole Dome Tent (7-Feet X 7-Feet X 54-Inch) Review

Stansport Black Granite Series McKinley 2 Pole Dome Tent (7-Feet X 7-Feet X 54-Inch) Feature

• Size: 7' X 7' X 54", Sleeps 3 persons, Weighs 8lbs. 7 oz., Floor area 49 sq. ft.
• 2 large doors for easy access, large mesh panels for maximum ventilation
• 2 peak roof helps keep you dry in wet conditions, Fully taped and sealed rain fly
• Bath tub floor design to help keep moisture out, Shock corded poles for easy set up and take down
• Stuff bag included for storage and transportation

Our Stansport Mckinley 2 Pole Dome Tent has 2 large doors for easy access. The two peak roof helps keep you dry in the wettest of conditions. The bath tub style floor keeps all tent seams above wet ground. Shock corded poles for easy set up. The large mesh panels offer maximum ventilation. Fully taped and sealed rain fly for maximum weather protection. Sleeps 3 persons. Stuff bag included.

American Trails Mid Peaked Tent

American Trails Mid Peaked Tent Review

American Trails Mid Peaked Tent Feature

• 7 x 7 x 48 Tent
• 300MM Coating
• Blue/Gray, 2-Person Dome, 2-Point, Mid Peaked Rain Fly

Great camping tent in the most popular size

Coleman Elite Sundome 6 Tent

Coleman Elite Sundome 6 Tent Review

Coleman Elite Sundome 6 Tent Feature

• 6-person, 2-room tent with 120 square feet of sleeping space
• Coleman's exclusive WeatherTec system keeps rain and moisture out
• Adjustable Variflo ventilation and vented Cool-Air port
• Built-in LED ceiling light; self-rolling windows with no-see-um mesh
• Electrical access port; measures 12 x 10 feet; 1-year warranty

Roomy enough for the whole family, the Coleman Sundome 6 tent sleeps up to six people at a time in complete comfort. The two-room Sundome 6 is outfitted with Coleman's exclusive WeatherTec system, a series of technical features intended to protect you from inclement weather and nasty storms.

The tent's LED ceiling light includes high, low, and nightlight settings.

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. 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 Sundome 6's interior is notably spacious, with a base that measures 12 feet by 10 feet and a center height of 72 inches--plenty of headroom for most people. In addition, the tent is engineered to keep you cool thanks to the adjustable Variflo ventilation and vented Cool-Air port. Best of all for travel-weary campers, the Sundome 6 sets up quickly, with two shock-corded steel poles, continuous pole sleeves, a pin-and-ring design, and InstaClip attachments. The tent even comes with a built-in LED ceiling light that runs for up to 22 hours on eight D batteries (not included). The light includes three settings: high, low, and nightlight.

Other features include self-rolling windows with no-see-um mesh screens; two doors (one hinged and one zipper); an electrical access port; an interior gear pocket; separate bags for the tent, poles, and stakes; and easy-to-follow instructions sewn into the durable carrying bag.

The tent sleeps up to 6 people in its 120-square-foot footprint.

Specifications

• Rooms: 2
• Center height: 72 inches
• Fly: Polyester taffeta 75D
• Inner tent: 68D polyester mesh
• Floor: 1,000D polyethylene, 140 g/m2
• Base dimensions: 12 by 10 feet
• Poles: 11mm fiberglass
• Warranty: Limited 1 year

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. From the built-in lighting system, to the hinged door and Auto-Roll window design, to Coleman's WeatherTec system guaranteed to keep out wind and rain, the Coleman Elite Sundome 6 Tent is packed with features for comfort and convenience at the campsite. The tent sleeps 6 people comfortably, with a footprint of 12'x10' and a center height of 6'. The hinged door swings open and closed; it includes a rigid pole frame support structure that is easy to install and take down. An overlapping door flap helps keep out insects when closed. The integrated LED lighting system provides a bright, useful light -- enough to read by at night -- with 3 settings (High, Low, and Nightlight). 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. Coleman's new Auto-Roll Window lets you instantly roll windows up, partially up to your liking, or all the way down, to suit your privacy or ventilation preference. "Negative-angle" windows allow the window to be partially or fully open during a mild rain: a primary structural pole creates an overhang to protect the window and provide ventilation and viewing during an afternoon shower or gentle nighttime rain.

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

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

GSI Quality Waterproof Camping Tent, Closed Sun Shelter, With Steel Wire 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: 8 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 3.5mm Steel Wire 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.

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

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

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

• 3-person, 3-pole pentadome tent with removable fly
• Shock-corded fiberglass frame for quick and easy setup
• Integrated mud mat with drainage strip to keep tent clean
• 2 mesh windows and D-style front door for ventilation
• Measures 8.5 x 4 x 8 feet (W x H x D); weighs 8 pounds

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

Specifications

• Base: 8.5 by 8 feet
• Center height: 48 inches
• Interior space: 49 square feet
• Sleeps: 3
• Windows 2
• Door: Dutch D-style
• Floor: Welded polyethylene
• Frame: Fiberglass
• Carrying weight: 8 pounds

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lightweight, easy to set up and take down, the Wenzel Alpine 3-pole pentadome tent is a great choice for a camping adventure. It features a single room that measures 8 by 8.5 feet with the third pole creating a vestibule, giving an area for storing gear and weather protection. It will sleep up to 3 people. This tent has a D-style door with mesh window, and closeable mesh windows for great cross ventilation. A gear loft and hanging gear pocket are included as well as an integrated mud mat with a drainage strip. The shockcorded fiberglass frame and pole pockets make set up quick. The Weather Armor polyester with a polyurethane coating protects from top to bottom while the sonic sealed polyethylene tub-style floor combats water seepage. Seams are Double-stitched, lap-felled to provide a shingle effect against water and all threads, zippers and webbing are treated with superior water repellency applications. Duffle bag is included for storage. Specifications: • Base: 8.5 ft. x 8 ft. • Center Height: 48 in. • Area: 49 sq. ft. (vestibule 7 sq. ft.) • Door: Dutch "D" style • Floor: welded polyethylene • Frame: fiberglass • Stakes: steel • Carry Weight: 8 lbs • Sleeps: 3

Xscape Designs Explorer 2 - Person Dome Tent

Xscape Designs Explorer 2 - Person Dome Tent Review

Xscape Designs Explorer 2 - Person Dome Tent. A shelter from the storm! Capable of sleeping 2 people comfortably! Enjoy a couple nights in the woods under the cover of this Xscape Designs creation! Has a highly-ventilated construction with a mesh roof and windows, but provides rain-blocking protection with the moisture-repellent polyurethane shell and rainfly. A weekender's delight! Gimme shelter: Large zippered entrance; Zippered windows; Shock-corded fiberglass poles are super-durable and easy to use; Flame-retardant for safety around the campfire; Includes interior storage pocket; Comes with carry bag and stakes; Measures 7 x 5 x 4'. Get this Tent today! Xscape Designs Explorer 2-Person Dome Tent

Texsport 7/16-Inch Tent Pole Replacement Kit

Texsport 7/16-Inch Tent Pole Replacement Kit Review

Texsport 7/16-Inch Tent Pole Replacement Kit Feature

• Four 25-5-Inch fiberglass tent poles
• Zinc coated steel ferrules
• Two vinyl pole caps, grommet tip and instructions
• P.V.C. bag/header
• 10-Feet of elastic shock-cord and 29-Inch leader wire

An easy to use kit to make replacement fiberglass tent polesto fit most dome style tents. Includes: 4" x 25" fiberglasspoles, zinc coated ferrules, 10 ft of shockcord, 29 in of leadwire, and instructions.

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.

Rokk Senca Rock Sport Dome Tent Sleeps Up To 4 (Blue/Grey)

Rokk Senca Rock Sport Dome Tent Sleeps Up To 4 (Blue/Grey) Review

Rokk Senca Rock Sport Dome Tent Sleeps Up To 4 (Blue/Grey) Feature

• Roomy and lightweight backpacker's tent with waterproof floor and full coverage rainfly
• Sleeps up to 4 people in 9 x 8 x 4.9-foot interior with 72 square feet of floor area
• Ventilated with large front door and rear window with floating fly pole for rain protection and mesh sidewall vents
• Shock corded fiberglass frame with pin and ring attachment system for easy set-up
• Convenient interior gear loft; Nite Brite system for visibility; Lifetime warranty

Lightweight, easy to set up, and comfortable, the Senca Dome Tent from ROKK is a great choice for small group camping. Weighing in at just 10 pounds with fly and hardware, the Senca features a sturdy shock corded fiberglass frame with a pin and ring attachment system for hassle-free set up. The Senca offers total weather protection and superior ventilation with a waterproof floor, a full-coverage rainfly with floating fly poles over the front door and rear window to keep rain out and air flowing, and large mesh side wall vents. The tent's Nite Brite system highlights the tent zippers, guy ropes, and D doors, making it easy to navigate in and around the tent in total darkness. A gear loft with inside convenience pockets keeps small items off of floor, yet within easy reach. Backed by a lifetime warranty from ROKK, the Senca Dome Tent offers the capacity, durability, and comfort you need for enjoyable nights in the outdoors.

Specifications:

• Sleep Capacity: 4
• Footprint: 9 x 8 feet
• Center Height: 4.9 feet
• Floor Area: 72 square feet
• Full coverage rainfly
• Large front door and rear window with floating fly pole
• Mesh sidewall vents
• Nite Brite system
• Shock corded fiberglass frame with pin and ring attachment system
• 1000-millimeter coated poly taffeta floor with taped seams
• Inside binding gear loft

A great choice for small group, this lightweight 10pound carry weight tent is ready to go with you. Easy set up with shockcorded fiberglass frame with pin and ring attachment system, floating fly pole over front door and rear window for rain protection, and full coverage fly for excellent weather protection. Constructed with large front door, rear window and large mesh side wall vents create complete airflow, 1000mm coated poly taffeta floor with taped seams and inside binding, and featuring a gear loft with inside convenience pockets to keep small items off of floor, yet within easy reach.

Wenzel Big Bear Family Dome Tent

Wenzel Big Bear Family Dome Tent Review

Wenzel Big Bear Family Dome Tent Feature

• Large family dome tent with attached fly comes with stakes, (2) hanging pockets, a mud mat, and a convenient storage duffel
• Hanging divider curtain creates two rooms; mud mat keeps tent floor clean
• Two large mesh Dutch "D" doors, two windows, and two roof vents for ventilation and access
• Attached fly with hooped awning over door and pin ring system for easy set up
• Sleep capacity: 7; footprint: 14 x 9 feet; ceiling height: 6 feet

Ideal for family camping, the Big Bear Family Dome Tent sleeps up to 7 people comfortably and has a hanging divider curtain that converts the large tent into two separate rooms. The Big Bear offers great access and ventilation with two mesh Dutch "D" doors, two windows, and two roof vents. With a footprint of 14 x 9 feet and a center height of 6 feet, the Big Bear provides 117 square feet of total area that most members of the family will be able to stand up in. The Big Bear is easy to set up with an attached fly and simple-to-use pin ring system. The fly rolls up off the ceiling vents in clear weather and provides ample rain protection when rolled down. Thanks to a hooped awning over the doors, the entrance is always protected. Coming complete with stakes, hanging pockets (2), a mud mat, and storage duffel, the Big Bear is ready for your next adventure.

Specifications:

• Sleep capacity: 7
• Ceiling height: 6 feet
• Footprint: 14 x 9 feet
• Area: 117 square feet
• Two Dutch "D" style doors
• Two windows
• Two roof vents
• Hanging divider curtain
• Attached fly
• Pin ring set up system

What's in the Box?
Tent with attached fly, stakes, (2) hanging pockets, a mud mat, storage duffel

About Wenzel:
Wenzel has been bringing families together and creating lasting memories in the outdoors for the last 120 years. When the sun rose on the first family campers in America, Wenzel was there. Wenzel has built a company around the basic human need to escape, recharge, and connect with the outdoors. Wenzel creates the modern tools that families require to experience the outdoors in comfort. To do this, they run each product through a very specialized filter--their own families. New features for family camping are easy to talk about in boardrooms with power point presentations, but are a whole different story in the middle of the woods. Wenzel knows what family camping is like, which is why they make the tents easy to set up, take down and pack away for next time.

A great choice for taking the family into the great outdoors with a 6' height dome tent, two rooms, to sleep up to 7 people. The Big Bear base is 14ft. X 9 ft. with center height 72". Two Dutch "D" style doors for easy entrance and exit, two windows and roof for visibility and cross breeze. The hanging divider curtain creates two separate rooms. Attached fly and pin ring system make set up easy for this comfortable family dome tent. Includes stakes, hanging pockets (2), a mud mat and storage duffel for transport-ability.

Coleman Sundome 2-Person Tent (Green, 7-Feet X 5-Feet)

Coleman Sundome 2-Person Tent (Green, 7-Feet X 5-Feet) Review

Coleman Sundome 2-Person Tent (Green, 7-Feet X 5-Feet) Feature

• Dome structure; 1 door
• Sleeps two people
• Easy two-pole design for quick set up
• Center height is 48 inches
• Electric accessibility port
• 2 People 1 door
• 48" center height
• Dome structure
• Easy 2 pole design for quick set up
• Electric access port

A solid basic dome tent for car campers, solo travelers, and beginning campers, the Sundome will keep you dry and cozy thanks to its exclusive WeatherTec System and adjustable Variflo airflow ventilation. This two-person tent has all the features you need to enjoy a weekend in the wilderness, including a vented Cool-Air port, privacy vent window, easy two-pole set-up with shock-corded poles, an interior gear pocket, an electrical access port, and easy-to-follow instructions sewn into the durable carry bag. The height at the center is 48 inches, allowing you plenty of room to move around.

Features:

• Exclusive WeatherTec System keeps you dry
• Durable carry bag with separate storage bags for tents, poles, and stakes
• Entry-level price
• Great for small family car campers, solo travelers, and first time campers
• Adjustable Variflo ventilation controls air flow
• Vented Cool-Air port
• Privacy vent window
• Easy two-pole set-up with shock-corded poles
• Interior gear pocket
• Electrical access port
• Easy set-up with continuous pole sleeves
• Easy-to-follow instructions sewn into durable carry bag
• Pin and ring design with InstaClip attachments
• Dome structure is easy to transport and simple to set up

Specifications:

• Type: 2 person tent
• Rooms: 1
• Dimensions: 5 by 7 feet
• Center Height: 48 inches
• Doors: 1
• Flysheet: Polyester taffeta 75 denier flysheet
• Tent Material: Polyester mesh 75D inner tent
• Floor: Polyethylene
• Warranty: Limited 1 year warranty
• Poles: 8.5mm fiberglass

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. The Coleman sundome tent is ideal for weekend car campers, extended camping trips, scout troops & Summer fun. Coleman tents are designed for easy set up by using a continuous pole sleeve and exclusive Pin and Ring Design making it possible for one person to set a coleman tent up without the need for assistance. Also the Exclusive WeatherTec system is designed to make sure you stay dry if it does begin to rain.

Kelty Gunnison 2.1

Kelty Gunnison 2.1 Review

Kelty Gunnison 2.1 Feature

• 2 doors 2 vestibules 2 poles
• 2-person and 3-Season
• Freestanding
• Color-coded clip construction
• ArcEdge floor

The redesigned Gunnison with its improved features is a freestanding, color-coded clip construction shelter that offers quick two-pole setup and spacious quarters for a couple or a crowd. It includes internal storage pockets for organization and a combination of hubbed, high-quality DAC Feather lite poles.

Gigatent Mini Giga Dome

Gigatent Mini Giga Dome Review

Gigatent Mini Giga Dome Feature

• 19
• Length-19

Simple easy to set up and it will provide hours of play for your child. This tent will also provide a private place for your small cat or dog to escape from the hectic pace of everyday life. Whether set up indoors or out this simple dome will provide protection and privacy for toys or pets as well as storage for toys when not being used.

Gigatent Small Explorer Dome Tent

Gigatent Small Explorer Dome Tent Review

Gigatent Small Explorer Dome Tent Feature

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This small free standing dome tent can be set up either inside or outside. There is one large door with its own window and a window in the back wall to provide airflow. There is also a small vent over the front door. 2 fiberglass poles and pole sleeves make set up easy. The tent can also be used for toy storage

SansBug 1-Person Free-Standing Pop-Up Mosquito-Net Tent

SansBug 1-Person Free-Standing Pop-Up Mosquito-Net Tent Review

SansBug 1-Person Free-Standing Pop-Up Mosquito-Net Tent Feature

• PLEASE CAREFULLY WATCH THE YOUTUBE DEMO VIDEO BEFORE FOLDING IT - the tent pops up in one second, folds down in less than 5 seconds!
• Folds into a thin 26 inch disc (only 1 inch thick!) - can comfortably fit in the airplane overhead bin or 12 tents can fit in a 30" x 50" duffel bag (with a side zipper)
• Beautiful GREEN color
• Can be used on top of a cot; Length: 86 inches, Width: 39 inches, Height: 35 inches; Weight: 2.5 lbs
• Tough polyethylene flooring; 100% polyester mesh (~1200 holes per inch will also protect against no-see-ums); Fiberglass poles

The smallest of the SansBug tents, the SansBug I folds down to a 26 inch disc and is ideal for one person. At a mere 2.5 pounds, it will never weigh you down. It can be taken as carry-on and will comfortably fit in the airplane overhead bin. The SansBug I tent has been used by missionaries and volunteers in Haiti, S. America and Africa. It has also been used in Afghanistan by soldiers. It is also ideal for use by boy scouts in a wall tent or as a baby bug shelter.