Would the tent keep the rain out or would it just get soaked and weighed down by the rain?
888410
It keeps the rain out about 95%. Only thing was it only lasted from Dec thru about early August then started to disintegrate from sun exposure. We lived in California but near Santa Cruz which isn't really that hot and is foggy many days until noon so I was kinda surprised it didn't last longer. Its really cute for sure. On warm days, the cover was almost too warm. Now that its off, its new and different again so it was fun while it lasted!
888411
It's not water proof and it gets ripped when it's windy so you don't want to just leave it on the trampoline
888412
I can confirm that the top portion will get ripped if you leave it... mine is torn after 5months in the backyard. But you really have not choice but to leave it on the trampoline (hard to remove time to time). So better to plan accordingly.Additional note: the cover on my trampoline was torn after 5 months. I reached out to the seller (manufacturer) and they shipped a new one. Which was very nice of them. So far it's holding up well without any issue.
1355218
I used mine in a pouring rainstorm about a year ago and it did really well. There were only a few small drops of water along one edge; none of my belongings got soaked. I was satisfied with it. I was with a lot of people and many of their tents didn't fair nearly as well.
2128260
Yes. We set this tent up in the backyard when we received it and that night there was a heavy downpour. It was dry inside the next day. Great tent!
1841356
There is no rain resistances. I found that out to late when it rained. I went back and read descprition and it does say that. It has small metal stacks you hammer into ground but I have felt with enough tents in wind that you always use some kind of weights. It is a nice set up so I was disappointed in it not being water resistance.
821954
I haven't had it in the rain. It's always been a dry day when I've used it. It is an awesome canopy though. Nice, big, and roomy.
273577
It should keep you dry. But i would weatherproof the seams. It is a bulky item. I have to pack it in two pouches on my pack which takes up valuable space. Not a bad tent but not light if you intend to try to pack light. It is warm and has kept me dry. I do use a small ground sheet as well and like the moiature barrier that it provides
333292
it will keep dry if you are using it on a rainy day . it will not keep the water out if drop it into a puddle of water
378915
Can't help you with the rain issue but I've had this tent in 40 mph sustained and 55 gusts. I Double staked and kept all guys tight. Held up like a champ. I really believe it would keep you dry as well
1576724
Its got sum waterproofing on it ,you can tell bcuz wen i was camping w/this particular tent u could see the raindrops run off a lil bit ,but there is so much stitching in my opinion that there wasnt enuff coating of water proof .if i were u i would jus buy the canvas type teepees bcuz i actually been in one and it stays completely dry,but u hav2 hav a fire going for it to stay that way when it is raining .
693740
We have been through winds and rain exceeding 50 mph. It did stay up but you need to have better stakes than what comes with the tent. So far we have been in 4 to 5 rain storms with little water in the tent.
419578
Yes. This is about as light as you will get for a moderately priced tent that will actually keep you dry in rain and wind. Replace the steel tent stakes something lighter. Figure out a lightweight ground cloth. The floor is relatively thin.
253808
yes, rain (more than a mist or sprinkle) will come through. It is not waterproof like a tarp.
1405403
That's a good question - I don't use a tarp because the tent itself has a tarp like bottom that goes up a few inches around the edges (you can see the dark color in the photo). I took it camping last Labor Day weekend and it rained a lot and we did not have a problem with water getting in - and the rain fly beaded up just the way it should! I love this tent!
1794204
I have only used this tent twice and both times have been during torrential down pours. I have had absolutely NO problems with water inside the tent. Assembled correctly, the tent will withstand the elements.
1449102
If you were to keep the zipper windows closed you would have a sauna. The tent is not torrential rain proof, but it is waterproof and that goes for inside as well as out.
1545773
This an excellent tent to use if you are not expecting any rain and don't mind condensation. If you expect rain and don't like condensation, it's best to pitch it inside of a larger cabin tent or in the living room and then avoid sleeping in it... It's best application is for children camping in the backyard, provided they can come inside once it starts to drizzle... For backpacking...give me a break!
1945947
Wind is going to be factor of how well you stake out the tent. If you are going to be in a lot of rain, you'll want to use the little ropes included to pull the fly away from the tent so water drains off. I recommend getting some MSR stakes as those are much hardier compared to the cheap ones included with the tent.