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Wenzel Grand Lodge 14- by 12-Foot, 8 Person Cabin Dome Tent

Brand: Wenzel    Model : 36325    Customer Rating :    List Price : $267.99    Sale Price : $209.97    Availibility : Usually ships in 1-3 weeks

Wenzel Grand Lodge 14- by 12-Foot, 8 Person Cabin Dome Tent Feature

• Weather armor polyester fabric gives tremendous reliability and toughness
• It is enhanced with an additional polyurethane coating
• Armor tough seams throughout the body of the tent
• Weather armor details have all threads, zippers and webbing treated
• Eliminates stitching and needle holes

Wenzel Grand Lodge 14- by 12-Foot, 8 Person Cabin Dome Tent Overviews

Wenzel Grand Lodge 14- by 12-Foot 8-Person Cabin Dome Tent

Wenzel Grand Lodge 14- by 12-Foot, 8 Person Cabin Dome Tent Specifications

Designed for privacy, this cabin-style, 14-foot x 12-foot two-room dome tent with 86 inches of center head room accommodates eight campers and has a divider curtain to divide the tent into two rooms. Two D-style doors provide separate entries. A welded-polyethylene tub-style floor keeps out ground moisture. The tent is made of rugged, weather-resistant polyester with a polyurethane coating for reliability. A removable fly keeps out rain. Double-stitched, lap-feld seams provide a shingle effect to prevent moisture seepage. A rain-shingle layer on the tent’s lower portion provides a watershed effect. Other weather-resistant details include thread, zippers, and webbing treated with water repellents. Six windows and roof are made of polyester mesh. A shockcorded steel frame provides stability and quick set-up. A loft stores gear. The tent has a carry weight of 47.2 pounds and comes with a 10-year warranty against defects.pstrongfont color=CC6600BIGAmazon.com Tent Guide/BIG/font/strongbrstrongfont color=CC6600Selecting a Tent/font/strongbr 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:pstrongfont color=CC6600Expect the Worst/font/strongbr 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600Three- and Four-Season Tents/font/strongbr 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.p 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600Domes and Tunnels/font/strongbr 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600Size Matters/font/strongbr 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.p 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.p

Wenzel Grand Lodge 14- by 12-Foot, 8 Person Cabin Dome Tent CustomerReview

After researching about a dozen different tents over several weeks, I decided there was not a tent available that would fit exactly what I was looking for. But the Wenzel Grand Lodge came the closest to it, so that’s what I bought.br /br /We considered other brands’ large tents. But in many of the campgrounds we frequent, the sites would not easily accommodate some of the larger dimensions. This tent is 14×12, with a total of 168 sq. feet. We looked at one tent I liked that was 17×10, with 170 sq feet. But the extra 3 feet of length would mean our options for locating it would have been more limited.br /br /My family of four camps with a ton of gear. But we like to enjoy camping, not endure it. And we like much of it in the tent with us, so I wanted a tent with lots of storage space. This tent has it. We have two large Slumberjack cots for my wife me, and two Thermarest pads for our kids. And there was still room for all our clothing, two folding chairs, and a tall heater.br /br /The tent was easy to set up the first time, but you have to follow the directions on the tent bag. The poles are color coded and it’s easy to see what connects where. I don’t know how long the colored stickers on the poles and connectors will last, so I will be marking them myself with a paint pen.br /br /The first night we got a little chilly when the temp dipped down to about 40º. We had a small heater, but it was not enough to maintain warmth in this big tent. Especially when you consider the top of the main tent is about 95% screen. So I went into town the next day and bought a larger heater and two king-size sheets. I spread the sheets out over the top of the main tent, covering the screen top pretty well. That night it got down to about 37º, but we were toasty warm. Lesson learned. I think for long term we will have a seamstress I know add some velcro strips to the top of the tent and the sheets.
br /br /The third night it rained off and on all night. There were no thunderstorms, but it was a steady, fairly hard rain. I had Scotchguarded the entire tent, so I was anxious to see how it would hold up. The next morning we had two small puddles where rain has wicked through the tent wall due to something inside touching the wall. Otherwise, it was completely dry. I was pleased with the results, considering how much it had rained.br /br /We’re all really pleased with this tent. The day we were leaving I asked my six-year-old daughter if she wants to go camping again soon. She replied, “Yes, Friday!”

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Eureka! Copper Canyon 1312 Eight-Person 13-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent

Brand: Eureka    Model : 2601305    Customer Rating :    List Price : $329.90    Sale Price : $329.90    Availibility : Usually ships in 24 hours

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1312 Eight-Person 13-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent Feature

• 156-square-foot cabin-style tent holds eight campers; center height of 7′-3″
• Vertical walls maximize space; removable curtain can create two rooms
• D-shaped doors permit private entry into each room; six large windows
• Detachable awning shades front; clear-panel skylights for stargazing
• Made of 1200mm, 75D polyester; nine steel and fiberglass poles; weighs 37 lbs

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1312 Eight-Person 13-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent Overviews

Sleep 8 people comfortably in this 156 sq. ft. tent. This cabin style tent offers much more usable space than typical dome tent designs. Straight walls offer more head room and allow campers to push cots and gear closer to the walls and out of the way. 75D StormShield polyester fly features clear panel skylights for stargazing and pockets for storing storm guyouts when not in use. Corner zips on the fly allow for easy attachment of the included awning system. 6 large zippered windows open for excellent visibility and airflow and close for privacy. Easy to use toggles keep window flaps off the floor and out of the way! 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.

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1312 Eight-Person 13-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent RelateItems

• Dry Top 212167 12-by-16-Foot Heavy-Duty 6-Millimeter UV Treated Tarp, Silver/Brown Reversible
• Eureka Rectangular Floor Saver
• Coleman Tent Light
• Coleman Tent Kit

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1312 Eight-Person 13-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent Specifications

Featuring vertical walls for maximal internal space, this 13-foot x 12-foot (156 square feet) freestanding cabin-style tent accommodates up to eight campers on cots. The tent includes a removable curtain so it can be divided into two rooms as well as being configured as a single room. Two D-shaped doors with side flaps permit private entry into each room and have large #8 zippers with covers for durability and rain protection. Six large zippered mesh windows open for visibility and airflow and close for privacy. Toggles keep window flaps off the floor and out of the way. A detachable awning shades the front. A fly with clear-panel skylights permits stargazing and includes pockets for storing storm guyouts when not in use. 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. p Made of 1200mm, 75D polyester, the tent has nine 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 37 pounds and has a center height of 7-foot-3. p 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. pstrongKey Details:/strongultable align=”right” width=”250″ cellpadding=”5″TRTDimg border=”1″ src=”http://g-images.amazon.com/images/G/01/stores/sport-goods/copper2.jpg”/TD/TRTRTDBISMALLThe spacious Copper Canyon 1312 tent offers 156 square feet of room for sleeping and storage./SMALL/I/B/TDp/TR/tableliFloor Size: 13 x 12 feet liPack Size: 10 x 28 inches liCenter Height: 7′ 3″ liMinimum Weight: 37 pounds liTent Area: 156 square feet liSeasons: 3 liSleeps: 5-6 liDoors: 2 liWindows: 6 liWall Fabric: 75D polyester taffeta, 1200 mm liFly Fabric: 75D StormShield polyester, 1200 mm liFloor Fabric: 75D polyester taffeta, 1200 mm liMesh Fabric: 68D no-see-um liFrame: 12.65 mm fiberglass and 19.5 mm steel /ulpstrongAbout Eureka!/strongbr 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.p 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.p 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.p 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.p 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600BIGAmazon.com Tent Guide/BIG/font/strongbrstrongfont color=CC6600Selecting a Tent/font/strongbr 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:pstrongfont color=CC6600Expect the Worst/font/strongbr 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600Three- and Four-Season Tents/font/strongbr 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.p 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600Domes and Tunnels/font/strongbr 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600Size Matters/font/strongbr 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.p 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.p

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1312 Eight-Person 13-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent CustomerReview

The Good: One word … roomy. I am 6 ft tall and could stand on my tip-toes and my head still didn’t touch the ceiling. I like the big windows and the floor space is all usable because of the vertical walls. I had 3 cots, gear, cooler, camp chairs and could still hold a dance inside the tent. I had other campers complimenting me on how good it looked. Set-up is a little envolved, but if you practice a couple of times in your yard before you go camping you won’t have any trouble. I set it up, (and took it down) 3 times by myself before I went camping … It took me about an hour the first time while I read the directions … by the third time, I didn’t need the directions and I had it up, and guyed-out, with the fly, in 35 minutes … remember this was by myself. br /The Bad: The tent floor is thin, and was an initial concern. I used a ground tarp and was carefull to also use some outdoor rugs on the floor inside for the cots to sit on. It may be tougher than it looks, and I may be over-reacting, but it is not coated like other tent floors. Also, weight … this is not a backpacking tent at 35 lbs, but you would expect that with a tent this size. You have to be sure you can drive to your campsite with this monster. Stakes … a joke … throw them away and buy some real ones. You will need a total of 16 with all of the guy lines deployed.br /The Unknown: I had no wind and no rain while I was camping, so I have no data as to how the vertical walls hold-up in the wind or if there are design issues for water management, the directions are clear about lowering the awning when it rains, something other reviews had issues with. I left the awning off altogether, with so much room inside, it was just in the way.br /To date, I am pleased with the tent and look forward to years of service to my family of 4.br /

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Eureka! Copper Canyon 1512 Twelve-Person 15-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent

Brand: Eureka    Model : 2601310    Customer Rating :    List Price : $379.90    Sale Price : $324.99    Availibility : Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1512 Twelve-Person 15-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent Feature

• 180-square-foot cabin-style tent holds 12 campers; center height of 7′-4″
• Vertical walls maximize space; removable curtain can create two rooms
• D-shaped doors permit private entry into each room; six large windows
• Detachable awning shades front; clear-panel skylights for stargazing
• Made of 1200mm, 75D polyester; nine steel and fiberglass poles; weighs 39 lbs, 8 oz

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1512 Twelve-Person 15-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent Overviews

Sleep 12 people comfortably in this 180 sq. ft. tent. This cabin style tent offers much more usable space than typical dome tent designs. Straight walls offer more head room and allow campers to push cots and gear closer to the walls and out of the way. 75D StormShield polyester fly features clear panel skylights for stargazing and pockets for storing storm guyouts when not in use. Corner zips on the fly allow for easy attachment of the included awning system. 6 large zippered windows open for excellent visibility and airflow and close for privacy. Easy to use toggles keep window flaps off the floor and out of the way! 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.

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1512 Twelve-Person 15-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent RelateItems

• MSR Ground Hog Stake Kit
• Coleman Tent Light
• Coleman Tent Kit
• Eureka! Tent Accessories Floor Saver / Rectangular 4X-Large Md: 2660171.
• Dry Top 312164 12-by-16-Foot Super Heavy-Duty 10-Millimeter UV Treated Tarp, White

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1512 Twelve-Person 15-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent Specifications

Featuring vertical walls for maximal internal space, this 15-foot x 12-foot (180 square feet) freestanding cabin-style tent accommodates up to 12 campers on cots. The tent includes a removable curtain so it can be divided into two rooms as well as being configured as a single room. Two D-shaped doors with side flaps permit private entry into each room and have large #8 zippers with covers for durability and rain protection. Six large zippered mesh windows open for visibility and airflow and close for privacy. Toggles keep window flaps off the floor and out of the way. A detachable awning shades the front. A fly with clear-panel skylights permits stargazing and includes pockets for storing storm guyouts when not in use. 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. p Made of 1200mm, 75D polyester, the tent has nine 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 39 pounds, 8 ounces and has a center height of 7-foot-4. p 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. pstrongKey Details:/strongultable align=”right” width=”250″ cellpadding=”5″TRTDimg border=”1″ src=”http://g-images.amazon.com/images/G/01/stores/sport-goods/copper1.jpg”/TD/TRTRTDBISMALLThe spacious Copper Canyon 1512 tent can sleep up to 12 campers. /SMALL/I/B/TDp/TR/tableliFloor Size: 15 x 12 feet liPack Size: 10 x 28 inches liCenter Height: 7′ 4″ liMinimum Weight: 39 pounds, 8 ounces liTent Area: 180 square feet liSeasons: 3 liSleeps: 12 liDoors: 2 liWindows: 6 liWall Fabric: 75D polyester taffeta, 1200 mm liFly Fabric: 75D StormShield polyester, 1200 mm liFloor Fabric: 75D polyester taffeta, 1200 mm liMesh Fabric: 68D no-see-um liFrame: 12.65 mm fiberglass and 19.5 mm steel /ulpstrongAbout Eureka!/strongbr 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.p 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.p 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.p 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.p 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600BIGAmazon.com Tent Guide/BIG/font/strongbrstrongfont color=CC6600Selecting a Tent/font/strongbr 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:pstrongfont color=CC6600Expect the Worst/font/strongbr 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600Three- and Four-Season Tents/font/strongbr 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.p 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600Domes and Tunnels/font/strongbr 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.pstrongfont color=CC6600Size Matters/font/strongbr 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.p 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.p

Eureka! Copper Canyon 1512 Twelve-Person 15-Foot by 12-Foot Family Tent CustomerReview

Look at my profile to see pictures of this tent in use. It seems crazy, but we purchased this tent for a family of four. We wanted to all be on cots and we wanted to be able to have space for our dogs to go with us. We could not have been happier with the way this tent worked for our family. We had so much space for all of our cots, the dogs, a bin for some of our belongings and our clothing. There was still room for the kids to sit on the floor and play games. This would be really handy when it rains while camping. This tent was easy to set up. It took about 30 minutes, but we were dealing with high wind gusts. The wind gusts didn’t let up any time soon, so we used the 3 guy lines on the side of the tent that was getting the wind. We never had one issue or was worried about the tent coming down at all. The winds were reaching about 30-35mph. The people that we were camping with were worried about their tent falling over. We never had that concern. Things did seem to get a bit drafty, but the wind just would not let up, so I would have expected the same from any tent. The other family was putting a tarp over the tent to keep out some of the wind, so they must have had a lot more draft than we did. We were prepared for cold weather, so we all slept fine. The low temp was around 38 at night and we all slept o.k. With that temperature, you would expect to be cold, so we were prepared. I was a little worried that the floor would not hold up to much traffic, but it did fine. It does seem really thin compared to other tents we have owned. We put a blanket down at the entry that caught most of the dirt off of our shoes. I would like to have a bigger blanket to cover the whole floor just because it made it easy to clean the tent out. We put a tarp underneath and really didn’t worry much about it after that. There was no damage. We didn’t use the awning because of the time of the year it is right now. It would come in very handy over the door if the door is facing the sun at any point of the day. I guess the only issue we had (was more with the site and not the tent) was that the size of the tent was big for the site we were on. These campsites were set up with the fire ring on the tent pad. We would not have felt comfortable with having a fire that close to the tent. We ended up putting the fire on the other site since they had a smaller tent. I have seen plenty of campsites though that are not set up that way, so we won’t have that problem everywhere we go. To sum it up, the people we were camping with kept saying that they needed a tent like it. We are still amazed at how big this tent actually is. We started to buy the 1312, but could not find it for a lower price. We will find out next season if the size is that big of an issue, but for now our whole family was very happy with this tent including the four legged members. If you purchase this tent, I’m sure you will be happy with your purchase.

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