Cowboy Range Tents
Dufferman-
I've been using cowboy range tents for the last 20 years, and David Ellis tents exclusively for the last 12. In my opinion, there is no better tent design on earth. They set up in 5 minutes, they can handle snow loads, they withstand 60 mph (documented) winds, and they are just durn sturdy!
For a period of 4 years or so I was a contractor for the USFS, and I was living in my 10 X 10 David Ellis tent for months at a time. I recently sold my 10 X 10 and got an 8 X 8 range tent with a zipaway awning in the front. It's just me and my dog now for up to a week, and that size works perfect. For a weekend with your son, the 8 X 8 should work fine too, even with your gear inside.
The photo is of my new tent just set up in the yard.
David Ellis is one of the best guys I've ever done business with. When you call, he answers the phone usually (unless his wife does). He stitches up your tent, and then he boxes it up and ships it out to you. Himself. Excellent customer service!
Feel free to ask me here or PM me if you have any specific questions.
Edited to add: Be prepared to talk to lots of folks in the campground, because they will all come over and ask you about the range tent!
Good luck!
Dennis
