do I need to use it with a tarp in heavy rain ?
859489
No I put water seal on my rain fly. I live in Oregon and we get a bit of rain. Ive used this tent in heavy rain and snow never let me down
859490
We haven't had heavy rain when using the tents. But it is always a good idea to use a tarp anyway. My husband and son do but that comes from being involved in scouting.
1951042
I dont know your weather but if it was where i am from I would consider a water heater wrap then the heavy duty tarp to keep it dry (or trash bag). I would also secure the top and bottom by drilling holes and use a nuts and bolts. Just an idea.
2112891
I use this same item but it's under my carport. I don't think I would want to subject it to heavy rain such as we have here in south Louisiana. Fabricate some sort of rain shield.
714950
unfortunately, the tarp only has grommets and not tie outs. However, I have used it extensively in both wind and snow and have had no issues with any of the grommets ripping out.
382379
I use a 10 x 18 tarp and, tuck all edges under itself and not just the tent, so that no part of the tarp is visible around the outside floor edge of the tent. Tucking it under itself will further help keep water from pooling under the tent if it rains.
274588
No tarp needed. Full waterproof up to maybe 2-3 inches of water. But I doubt you'll ever be in that deep.
468616
Yes, but depends on how much snow. It will sag under heavier weight. I usually just sweep off the top after a snow storm to get most of it off (I don't use a shovel because it could puncture the tarp). Between snow and wind I usually have to replace the tarp every 2-3 years for Utah winter weather.
1381209
If you are using the Coleman Sundome tent, you wont have to worry about the floor because its s plastic type floor almost like a tarp. Trust me on thst cause I was in a "monsoon" my first trip out and with high winds and my tent stayed bone dry. Still, put a tarp under it. As far as the seams, there is a rainfly which protects but if you are really concerned, get a larger tarp and use that like I did for an extra rainfly. Supposedly, though, this tent wont need it but all my friends were getting tarps for their tents and told me to do the same so I did. If you still wish to seal the seams, i would contact the Coleman company directly and ask. Putting snything on it might interfere with what is already in the material.
1890685
No... but with a tarp over the top or a custom rain fly it could last through a storm.
2116263
It is made with tent like poles , I was thinking of doing the same thing on mine to make it last longer in the weather conditions and sun . It should work if the tarp is not too heavy and if you secure it well.
1542526
I haven't used it with rain, I use it as a sun protection, I'm sorry! But I think it should not be good for heavy rain since it is not plastic. ..
1972841
I have had this extended in rain and it was fine. It would not be good in a heavy downpour or with strong winds.
327199
I've ridden with my in the rain and it survived just fine. During one particularly heavy downpour during a long training ride I wrapped some cling wrap around it before attaching it to the bike but looking back I feel like that was probably unnecessary.
1670882
I had a very similar experience with the 1st person. Dew and light rain was no problem, but heavy rain or just long periods of rain and it started to soak through the material of the tent. A simple tarp over top of the tent would work just fine.
273578
The tent comes with a rain cover that is really nice, I camped two days in rain and stayed dry. The cover extends past door far enough you can sit in tent with feet out and remove muddy boots . this is a great tent and easy to pack. You can have it out of bag and set up in 3 min easy. I didn't have a tarp but if it's available it can never hurt to have. I used a candle lantern with 9 hour candles hanging in tent for extra heat. (Avail from amazon) with all that being said, yes this tent will keep you dry.
1346815
No, I don't think so. This is ultimately a giant cloth. I think you would be better off with a tarp.
368033
yes but make sure you have the tarp lying flat to adhere the tape,I have used on a tarp and it's in Vermont weather, that should say something as we have it all rain-snow more snow more snow and sometimes even the sun