how is this tent for cold weather?
1964758
It is a perfect tent for any time. I have slept in this in negative degree weather and have had snow dumped on it over night and it performs just like it would on any other day
1964759
Ive had this tent out half a dozen times in temps less than 20 deg., twice with snow, and it has performed flawlessly. Holds body heat well, and the structure is plenty strong enough to handle a snowfall.
1646944
I have used my Kodiak in Alaska for months at a time due to my job. I have experienced probably all the weather conditions you can imagine. In strong winds I just take the awning down and the tent does fine; it is just a matter of now well you set your stakes. I have also used this tent in -10 degree weather with just a propane Buddy heater with no problems. Rain, wind, snow, not a big deal for this tent.
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.
1845961
I have peen better insulated ones for winter, so I'd say it's a 3 season tent. Be sure to get yourself a properly rated sleeping bag.
510023
Have not camped in snow, but if used with the liner, I really don't see why it wouldn't work for you. It has very wide side door which is a must for getting in and out with your snow clothing. The tub bottom is high off the ground so that's a plus. I've camped in snow in much cheaper tents and they did ok, I am sure this nicer one will not disappoint.
236551
honestly, i use it for all types of weather conditions. it's super comfortable. considering how insulated your tent is, you may have to refrain from zipping the bag all the way up at times. beats having multiple tents for different occasions.
16772
that seems about right, it is very generously sized. Enormous for one, plenty of room for two even with cots. Unless your are planning an arctic stayover, you can not do better than this tent.
976666
We used this tent recently and were quite comfortable in temps that dropped into the high 30s with rain. I thought we'd freeze, but inside the tent we were warm and dry.
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.
1932520
These tents are not designed for cold weather. They're designed for hot weather. Two of the four walls are mostly open mesh, so there is constant airflow into the tent. You cannot seal this tent up tight to keep the breeze / wind out. It will flow right in, and this tent will not retain heat inside. If it's 30 degrees outside, it'll be 30 inside. If you want a tent with better cold weather performance, look for one that has solid walls and is more airtight. Those tents will retain some heat inside on a cold night, though they still won't be exactly warm. In the case of this tent, the real question may be, can you handle 30 degree temperatures? These tents are not designed for cold weather. They're designed for hot weather. Two of the four walls are mostly open mesh, so there is constant airflow into the tent. You cannot seal this tent up tight to keep the breeze / wind out. It will flow right in, and this tent will not retain heat inside. If it's 30 degrees outside, it'll be 30 inside. If you want a tent with better cold weather performance, look for one that has solid walls and is more airtight. Those tents will retain some heat inside on a cold night, though they still won't be exactly warm. In the case of this tent, the real... » Read More These tents are not designed for cold weather. They're designed for hot weather. Two of the four walls are mostly open mesh, so there is constant airflow into the tent. You cannot seal this tent up tight to keep the breeze / wind out. It will flow right in, and this tent will not retain heat inside. If it's 30 degrees outside, it'll be 30 inside. If you want a tent with better cold weather performance, look for one that has solid walls and is more airtight. Those tents will retain some heat inside on a cold night, though they still won't be exactly warm. In the case of this tent, the real question may be, can you handle 30 degree temperatures? « Show Less
899622
We always put the cover supplied over the tent which really insulated the entire tent / we even brought an extra tarp for rain - if needed - it wasn't needed - have not used it in winter but I bet it would be air tight and as warm (as possible) even in cold weather! We tested it prior to use with a water hose - not one drop of water came in the tent! We had a couple of cool mornings (40's) but very cozy inside the tent!Betty P. from VT
720136
I am not aware of tents being designed for a "temperature range"?? My understanding is that a multi-season tent is designed to resist high winds, snow, heavy rains or extreme heat. I would say that this is a bivvy rather than a tent and is therefore already a compromise in providing shelter from the elements - you buy it because it is light weight and compact. I have used it in the summer, where there were bugs/mosquitos and where it rained. It is possible to ventilate well by unzipping the outer shell and relying on the netting. But you cant really do this when its raining. There is a small vent but it just stops you from suffocating not sweating it out....and in that respect it is not very breathable so I had a lot of condensation build up inside the tent. It does keep the rain out and I imagine it would also be fine if snow fell on it....but thats were you depend on the "temperature range" of your sleeping bag. For me, I plan to erect a small tarp over the tent next season and might eventually just move to this in conjunction with a sleeping bag that matches the conditions.
268692
It's great just get one size bigger than you normally would and you'll have enough room for 2 thinner or 1 thick layer underneath. Its very lightweight. I'm not sure about how warm it is in extreme cold though because I just bought it.
2065678
I cannot attest to whether this is good for the winter, as we have no experience with that. I suspect due to the tent's shape, snow will not accumulate on the top and it should do well. It is free standing but would require stakes on the ground if it is very windy. The stakes that came with it are small, but bigger ones are easy to get for little cost.
2079973
I'm not certain of the attributes of a 4 season tent but I believe this to be a 3 season. It is very lightweight with a partial mesh roof. It would be very drafty and cold. It needs the fly to be water resistant.
560547
Had mine in 50+mph and about 3ft of snow. It held up great, I upgraded the steaks and seam sealed and kwick sealed the entire tent. The vents zip from top to bottom and Velcro on the bottom.
899624
We always put the cover supplied over the tent which really insulated the entire tent / we even brought an extra tarp for rain - if needed - it wasn't needed - have not used it in winter but I bet it would be air tight and as warm (as possible) even in cold weather! We tested it prior to use with a water hose - not one drop of water came in the tent! We had a couple of cool mornings (40's) but very cozy inside the tent! Betty P. from VT