Tent search

[BIGdaddy]

Still going to be tent camping when we use the jeep. need something with these specs

5-6person (we are 2 adults and 3 little guys)
clips only - no sleeves. sleeves suck.
high-quality poles
vestibule/porch possibly?
3-4 season build quality
heavy duty floor

Considering an rv5, but jeez I'd love to pay less than $900 for a tent.

Maybe in the $400-500 range?
I like Rei's stuff, but I didn't find a clip-only tent that wasn't small.

[Fergie]

Springbar or Kodiak?

If weight and packed size are an issue, this won't fit the bill.

[BIGdaddy]

Springbar or Kodiak?

If weight and packed size are an issue, this won't fit the bill.

I have room next to our Yakbox on the roof for a longish tent like the RV5, so not really worried about that.

We also have a nice utility trailer that I might be re-working with a lock-n-roll, longer leaf springs, and some enclosed storage, so yeah, I'm cool with something having a largish pack size.

I'll have to check those two out. I think I've watched a few vid's of the springbar, actually.

thanks!

[RusherRacing]

Cabela's Alaskan w/ aluminum poles.
Not real light weight but a good quality tent. They do have short sleeves right at the top then everything else is clip on.

I have the cabela's XPG 4 person but it wouldn't be large enough for 3 little ones and yourselves. It doesnt' have any sleeves for the poles and it doesn't look like Cabela's offers one large enough for your purposes.

[Fergie]

Then I would definitely check out the large Kodiak that Cabelas carries. Sometimes you can find them in the bargain cave for under $400.

EDIT: Flex Bow

[stankfoot]

check out back country gear and mountain plus outdoor gear. i got my nemo from mountain plus outdoor gear. got tent, footprint, pawprint, and loft for less than others had for just tent.

http://store.mpgear.com/index.aspx

[Moody]

Springbars are fantastic tents, and are certainly capable of the 4 season weather (they used a Family Camper at Everest Basecamp awhile back).

Even better is the fact they actually breathe when it is hot outside...nylon/polyester do not.

I grew up camping all around Utah in a Springbar.

[BIGdaddy]

nathan (nwoods) likes this one. If I set aside my hate of sleeves, it fulfills quite a few requirements on my list:

Rei Base camp 6
http://www.rei.com/product/777755?si...002-_-10456937

[BIGdaddy]

This one is looks pretty good, too. I'll have to see if I find any reviews.

http://store.mpgear.com/big-agnes-ki...footprint.aspx

[bucketosudz]

Just a note on the two canvas tent makers, Kodiak tents are manufactured in China, Springbar in Utah if it matters to you. It is refreshing to know that if one were to have a problem, you wouldn't have far to get better customer service.

I purchased both last year, and can tell you that I never received the Kodiak, the service for me was unpleasant.

The Springbar was Excellent! Unfortunately we ended up selling ours on the cusp thinking we were going to get a tent trailer. Never solidified, but I will buy a Springbar again someday.