how sturdy is this tent, looking for a non-flimsy one? also, is it really that easy to set up? THX appreciate any information
2083756
Was a little flimsy but easy to setup! For the price I would say it depends on the use if its worth it or not.
2083757
yes, this tent is pretty easy to set up, but it is NOT sturdy at all. ours blew over within first hour of having it up and after weighing all posts down w/ cement blocks and tying it down w/ ropes, it still bent and blew over, now, totally non-usable. I wouldn't recommend this tent unfortunately.
730168
forget the height and forget the tent, this tent totally collapsed on first use, and the co won't make good on it, the metal is so cheap , it just crumpled after putting it together, the co said they would give the money back at first, but since have not done anything, the whole thing is so cheaply made it just won't hold up, good luck,
533359
Its definitely not a backpacking tent.. It's a little heavy but the convenience of putting it up in just a matters of minutes is so worth it. I have had several coleman tents and this one is by far the easiest. I would recommend the 6 person. It was perfect for my daughter and me and all out bags and hiking gear. Great tent!
208283
It is flimsy but not too heavy. Go with the Coleman. It fell apart the second time I used it
2167606
I would say that this tent can hold up to 2 adults and 4 kids comfortably or 4 adults (this includes each person's camping gear). Its a pretty big tent. I would suggest not going much bigger because you will start running into trouble trying to fit the bigger tent in parks with smaller campsites. Also, if you like sharing your campsite with friends and setting up two tents, you will be limited. We still can fit this Browning on smaller campsites and also share a campsite with friends to pitch their own tent.
2195682
Hi Merdith,The tent is quite nice and weighs between 50-60 lbs. Also, while the tent is really nice the casing's zipper ripped the first time we used it.Thanks again and happy shopping.-Shaun
1525571
I had mine set up next to a covered patio for two years. It handled the wind just fine; it was the constant exposure to the sun that finally did it in. The fabric became brittle but the frame was still in good shape. During high winds, such as thunderstorms, the tent would flex quite a bit but it never pulled out of the ground stakes. However, if you must take it down for winds in excess of 40 mph, that is easy to do. Just pull the support poles out of the ring with the stem at the ground level and the tent will lay flat. To re-erect it, (with the help of a friend) re-insert the ring stem, re-position the poles and it will be up in less than 10 minutes (unless the friend proves to be of little help). Make sure you have the flaps secured before you lay it flat. R-von
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It's extremely light weight, but provided there is enough weight in it, it will stay put.. I had it at Burning Man, where it was very windy, but, I had a lot of weight inside. It got very dusty inside, due to the extreme wind and dust (playa in the Black Rock Desert) but it held up. I had no problem with ripped seems. It would, in my opinion, make a decent, inexpensive kids tent. It's quite small, but perfect for 2 small people that like each other a lot, or children. It will not go back into the bag that it came with. That to me is also not an issue. I hope this helped.
286420
Not terrible, I camped for a week last year on it and shared it with my 3 year old son. We were the last to arrive so naturally we were the last to be able to get an ideal spot. We had to pitch our tent on a downward slant. The frame held up fine and there were no issues, except getting in and out. It would tilt according the weight placement, but sleeping was fine, no constant bouncing up and down everyone someone rolled over. But then again it was just me and a 37lb child. I'm a 5'10" female that is neither underweight nor overweight...not sure how two adults in it would be...but if you know any single males with a good job, enjoys camping, and likes kids that talk in their sleep, let me know! Not terrible, I camped for a week last year on it and shared it with my 3 year old son. We were the last to arrive so naturally we were the last to be able to get an ideal spot. We had to pitch our tent on a downward slant. The frame held up fine and there were no issues, except getting in and out. It would tilt according the weight placement, but sleeping was fine, no constant bouncing up and down everyone someone rolled over. But then again it was just me and a 37lb child. I'm a 5'10" female that is neither underweight nor overweight...not sure how two adults in it would be...but if... » Read More Not terrible, I camped for a week last year on it and shared it with my 3 year old son. We were the last to arrive so naturally we were the last to be able to get an ideal spot. We had to pitch our tent on a downward slant. The frame held up fine and there were no issues, except getting in and out. It would tilt according the weight placement, but sleeping was fine, no constant bouncing up and down everyone someone rolled over. But then again it was just me and a 37lb child. I'm a 5'10" female that is neither underweight nor overweight...not sure how two adults in it would be...but if you know any single males with a good job, enjoys camping, and likes kids that talk in their sleep, let me know! « Show Less
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1 person can do it if they're tall enough otherwise 2 will be needed but set up is easy just don't step onto the tent itself while its laying on the ground. It has an attatchment for the light and fan already installed and if you go walking on it you will break the tabs that hold them. To take it down 1 person can do it fairly easily.
2256258
If you take proper care of it, the tent will hold up a while. Mine probably has a dozen trips on it, and remains in great shape.
1628436
It is extremely easy to set up. With the aluminum poles and the clips, there is no metal collar to catch on the tent sleeves, like with traditional fiberglass pole and sleeve construction. You'll have it up in less than 15 minutes.
2089594
First time I set it up it took me about an hour. I've only set up two other tents in my life and those were small ones. Second time it took 45 minutes in pitch black holding a little flash light in one hand. Third time it took me half an hour. Its fairly easy in my opinion and I consider myself a beginner. There are just 3 collapsible rods across the top, 6 poles for the sides and the rain fly to set up. After that you put up the optional room divider and connect the light/fan. I plan on writing an excellent review for this tent I just haven't had time.
1138309
It is super easy to put up and take down, kind of needs two people though but one person could do it with a little trouble. But overall I love the tent. It is spacious and has a floor and comes down pretty far in the front. Takes about 5 min to assemble and take down once you have done it one time to figure it out, very simple with just three poles ---- two long ways down the side and one long pole to go side ways at the top and that it. The poles fold of course for easy storage back in the bag --- you have to fold the tent really tight to fit back in the small bag but is doable. Hope this helps! It is super easy to put up and take down, kind of needs two people though but one person could do it with a little trouble. But overall I love the tent. It is spacious and has a floor and comes down pretty far in the front. Takes about 5 min to assemble and take down once you have done it one time to figure it out, very simple with just three poles ---- two long ways down the side and one long pole to go side ways at the top and that it. The poles fold of course for easy storage back in the bag --- you have to fold the tent really tight to fit back in the small bag but is doable. Hope this... » Read More It is super easy to put up and take down, kind of needs two people though but one person could do it with a little trouble. But overall I love the tent. It is spacious and has a floor and comes down pretty far in the front. Takes about 5 min to assemble and take down once you have done it one time to figure it out, very simple with just three poles ---- two long ways down the side and one long pole to go side ways at the top and that it. The poles fold of course for easy storage back in the bag --- you have to fold the tent really tight to fit back in the small bag but is doable. Hope this helps! « Show Less
737721
The Jardin 4x4 tent is so easy to set up a child could do it. Once you get the tent up there is a center area to hang the light and the fan was also a breeze (do pun intended) also. Make the leap and buy, you will not be sorry. I now have 2 working side by side and I do not regret the decision.
2233188
Dear Jamie,Good day. Cherry here.Many thanks for your interests in our product. Actually it's better to set this tent on the grass ground. By the way, in order to make it stronger,you may need to use some sand bags or weights when bad weather. Hope you can understand.If anything else needs our help then,just contact us freely.Nice dayCherry
395534
I wouldn't call it flimsy. I think it can hold a lot of weight on top of the table. It's just that it shifts a bit (can wobble a little side to side) because of its leg assembly.I like the table for camping.