What is a comfortable temperature range for this tent? Backpacking around mid California this summer. Would it be too hot? Should I go mesh-ier?
2000316
Nah, it's fine for the summer. You can leave the rain fly off and just use the inner mesh part of the tent.
2000317
The tent is best in the summer without the fly. If you put the fly on, youu may roast. You may want to look into a hammock with an attached bug net and carry a rainfly just in case
2000318
I used it in Southern California at the end of March. The weather ranged from upper 40 with strong winds (I was cold) to lower 70 at night( comfortable). Light & easy to set up, though needs weighing down when windy;)hope that helps.
2000319
As of yet the warmest temperature I've used it in was 80 degrees and it was quite comfortable. I've used it at 0 degree temps but was cold. It helped extremely well with the wind though. Best guess 30-85 F.
2000320
I don't know if it will be too hot or not. I took this backpacking with me in Whittier AK in mid March and it worked perfectly. WHen it rains the water doesn't seep through and even at 15-20 degrees it retains some heat. Without the outer shell it's plenty airy. IMO this is perfect for backpacking. Easy to set up, light and compact and all around badass.
2000321
I used this tent for forty days in the Bush of Africa. I personally would recommend this tent for any and every camping trip. The top half is mesh, which was perfect. The first half of my trip was in extreme heat, 90-100 degree weather, but the second half was much colder. And the tent worked well in both. This tent is also extremely water proof.
2000322
I used this tent on a backpacking trip in West VA in August last year. Some rain, some humidity, some moderate heat. Worked perfectly for that. However, depending on where in mid CA (especially given current hot and waterless conditions), I like the notion of "mesh-ier" :^)
1374695
I recommend buying a tarp and cutting it to the size of the base of the tent, cheaper, easier and lighter. I've used this tent 32 times to date and in every weather including high winds. Can't go wrong with this as a solo tent.
1460919
It is a good tent as long as it is NOT hot, you would be better off with a good ENO hammock, bug net and tarp. The same weight but more comfortable.
828505
I'm afraid I can help with this one. I have yet to use my tent. I bought it for my survival gear and haven't had the opportunity as yet to check it out. Sorry. Will do a follow up entry as soon as I do though.
612493
It's going to get hot in there! My tent is a little smaller but it takes 70lbs without worry ..
524853
I used this tent for the first time about 4 weeks ago. In North Georgia, The top mesh ceiling does not zip. But the windows do. I used the fly, and closed the windows, used a heavy duty ground cloth under then. Then covered the floor with a quilted moving blanket. Night time temp dropped to 42, The inside air temp was comfortable slept on a air mattress with sleeping bag comfort zone down to 0... I love the tent.. 2 tips for anyone with it, be careful of the top hub and bring a bungee cord when you take it down , open windows to get all the air out when you put pack up. Oh and find a bright string or ribbon and tie it to the loop at the front door, it is hard to find door, if you set up in the dark.. ribbon makes it easy.. I love my tent.
576847
I think the tent is only water resistant not water proof... I'd write Clam and ask what they recommend to make it more water proof..
628604
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
1292410
It's actually easy to pack and not all that bulky. I don't know where you are from but here is S. California tents are prohibited at the beach. This is a good size tent. I used one for a family of 5
951798
It should be fine the breeze should move through with no problems. I'm going to be doing exactly that camping on the beach in about a month so will know better when I return.
409896
I think it would be tight. If it's not raining outside it would be okay. If it rains and you keep bumping the sides or top you will be wet. I do enjoy this tent. I have another light weight tent that costs 5 times more yet I use this one more often as it fits my pack better. I use a Eberlestock x2 pack for a 1 to 5 day pack and this just fits.
1811097
It's all mesh except the doors. I don't know if I would use it without the rain fly on it, but it would be great on a clear and starry night! You would defiantly want to keep the rainfly doors rolled up in the summer to get some ventilation. I've used it in teen degree temperatures and it was livable. It's certainly a sturdy tent in the wind. And snow/rain tight. Recommended.
385915
This may be fairly normal. Is it making plenty of heat? I know it should be able to heat a tent very nicely in an hour.
929316
Took this tent to burning man last year, which is daytime temps of 85+ everyday for 10 days -- stood up very well to the wind, the canvas kept the playa (the fine dust) out and we had a battery powered fan going inside the tent for when we needed to knock out during the day. We had our tent pitched in the shade, and it worked out well for us. I won't say it was particularly pleasant to be inside during the hottest part of the day, even being in the shade with a fan, but it worked for us. That said, when this tent is closed up and in the sun it heats up mighty fast. If you don't have any shade to put it under and it's going to be 85 out I would recommend something that isn't made of canvas -- if keeping cool during the day is important to you.
448413
I have only used this tent in the summer. I have used this tent in some bad rain storms and the tent leaked, we had to use a tarp to keep dry. I wouldn't use this tent in the winter because I think you would freeze your butt off. We had it in early June in the mountains and we got cold.
1217443
Seems OK. We have used the tent mostly in the arid West so far. Don't know yet how well it will do in the Everglades!
1620748
Best tent ever...Easiest to put up and take down..I'm a 48 yr old woman and lived and camped in one all summer by myself. I thought it would end up being a rinky dink thing because of its ease but its GREAT> Perfect size. It did great in winds about 25...I did hook up the tie downs tho and staked them in good and tight..enjoy! (mine is orange tho?)