Open ends Does this "tent" have end flaps or is it just open? It appears to be just a tube, so I can't see how it would be "windproof."
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If you seal off the ends completely you have a nice plastic bag to suffocate in. The best way to deal with the issue is to take three or four walnut size rocks, wrap a small amount of the material from both sides of the opening around the rocks at one end of the tent, starting at the top, and tie string/paracord/cordage around each individual rock. This cuts down on cross breeze dramatically while insuring you don't cut off your air. You also need to be careful with tube tents if you get a lot of snow. The weight could seal the ends on you.
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No, the back part foes not open. The sides cannot be closed either. Although I like the tent, I would have really liked this feature to keep the sun out rather than turning it in a direction away from the sun.
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Not a good tent for windy conditions IMHO. The design is a tall square. It can take wind but dome will be better if you anticipate heavy winds.
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Since you asked, I did a little searching (I have a lot of free time) and found several tents that have the same popup design but are enclosed with water proof material in all areas but the front, which has the bug mesh. These might be more to you liking. What I especially like about THIS tent is the openness of it. I really like the idea of feeling like I am sleeping under the stars without being chomped by bugs. And I like the side opening. Most tents open in the front. But to each his own.
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The one I got had no side entrance, only a bottom - I had my very clever mother sew in sleeping bag zippers on both sides after I got stuck having to use the Hammock as a tent in area with no trees. We also added a bit of velcro to the bottom flap so it stays shut when on the ground and one of the best things were two small straps to keep the sleeping pad from slipping up the side of the hammock when in a tree.
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I almost answered the question wrong! Just spent a week living in the tent at Yosemite, and would have said "no". The tent door closes with some velcro, and some clever overlapping ~2" canvas covering the edge of the door, so any rain slides down the outside. Never had any reason to use the zipper, so forgot it is there! (Note: the entrance through the vestibule has a full panel screen that zips completely closed, and a full panel 'solid' that zips from top to bottom, but is open at the bottom.)
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I have not had it up in heavy wind. I'm no expert but I would think anything tent or umbrella like will not hold up well in heavy wind. A beach breeze is no problem though with both sides open for ventilation. Does that help?
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The only other screened portion of the tent is at the top. It does not open and I am guessing is more for ventilation than anything. That is covered on the outside by a small rainfly. The dimensions are about 22"x around 15" around. It is very small and very light weight.
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There are zip up covers so the window can be "closed". Great tent. I was in Yellowstone for 5 days and it rained everyday and not a drop inside the tent.
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The tent has plenty of screens and a roof vent that works well. I would not try to sleep in it with the vent not open all of the way or it will be stuffy. I found that with the roof vent open and the screens partially open it does fine in both summer and winter. The tent handles the rain without any leaks and is a breeze to setup even by yourself. I recommend putting a tarp underneath it to protect the floor from anything that might puncture it. The tent handles the wind really well and makes camping enjoyable by not having to fight with poles coming apart. Best tent for your money in my opinion! The tent has plenty of screens and a roof vent that works well. I would not try to sleep in it with the vent not open all of the way or it will be stuffy. I found that with the roof vent open and the screens partially open it does fine in both summer and winter. The tent handles the rain without any leaks and is a breeze to setup even by yourself. I recommend putting a tarp underneath it to protect the floor from anything that might puncture it. The tent handles the wind really well and makes camping enjoyable by not having to fight with poles coming apart. Best tent for your money in my... » Read More The tent has plenty of screens and a roof vent that works well. I would not try to sleep in it with the vent not open all of the way or it will be stuffy. I found that with the roof vent open and the screens partially open it does fine in both summer and winter. The tent handles the rain without any leaks and is a breeze to setup even by yourself. I recommend putting a tarp underneath it to protect the floor from anything that might puncture it. The tent handles the wind really well and makes camping enjoyable by not having to fight with poles coming apart. Best tent for your money in my opinion! « Show Less
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No , the the material is like thinner umbrella fabric, that is not water proof. I got caught a few times in the rain and the water accumulates towards the bottom of the roof on all 4 sides and leaks through the material. I gave my tent away after probably 5,6 uses in 2 months, after one of the frame parts broke on the top structure. It literally broke, not detached, or screw came out. If you're looking for a more durable frame for that price, get a QuickShade, I had that one too, it's better quality and lasted a long time. Or save a little more and buy a Caravan or EZUP
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It is just a fake wall between the tent and screen room, it is very easy to convert and yes it can be left partly open or fully open. The outside door to the screen room would need to remain closed or bugs/critters could get under the fake wall into the main tent. We are seasoned campers & loved this tent with the exception of the flimsy material and the fact that it ripped so easily, which caused us to return it. If you choose to purchase this tent please be very careful putting it up.
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All windows have a zip cover to close them against the elements. The only one that zips open is the doorway if my memory serves me. I haven't camped yet this year. I am pretty sure though.
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no flaps. it's just an opening as pictured. if you're using it outside, you should orient the holes (front and rear) away from drafts
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All sides have "roll up" rain flaps. Two sides have "fixed " screening. The other two can be totally opened including screening or have the flaps used as awnings with screening in place. Note that both of these flaps and their associated screens have a Zipper down the middle and at either edge. So the configurations you can create are incredibly flexible. Also the zippers are probably the best quality i've ever seen.. I find no negatives with this wonderful combination tent/screenhouse.. buy one. You'll love it !! Good luck and Enjoy !!
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This tent is designed to withstand more wind than the ones with the rigid metal support. I think it works great. I put mine up last summer and left if up for 4 or five months in Montana where it is very windy - train cars get blown off of tracks. Awning was fine. I would recommend any EZ-UP product. They are all made well. The only applications where I would not use this particular awning would be if you were going to hang something form the cross pieces. These supports are like the supports in most tents. Feel free to ask more specific question.
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I don't believe it has a mesh screen on the tent door, it's either it is zipped closed or open. The side "windows" does have a mesh screen besides the closure that zips up to provide privacy.