How does the material quality of this tent compare to that of the Guide Gear 18x18 teepee? Would it be easy to reinforce?
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Both tents have 190-denier polyester shell. The seams are sealed. We sell a lot of these tents and have not had many returns. Depending on how you want to reinforce it you may want to take to a seamstress.
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This type of tent will collapse without the staked out guylines, though you might be able to tie out to something heavy. The set up works way better when you can keep the lines tight.
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The bottom is minimal ( I think 1000 mm), but with any tent a sharp twig or rock could puncture the material. You really get what you pay for with this tent. I would invest in a nice footprint/ground cover if you do go with this tent. You can get some decent ones that are light and protect the tent flooring from debris and water. I used this tent for winter camping and it worked well, but you don't get the nice features of a more expensive tent (i.e. snap together connections for your poles, fly and doors and a thicker floor).
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Let me answer this question with a larger statement...Don't buy this tent. I used it for one night and literally left it in the woods. It was useless. I'm not even a serious camper, but this thing was of no use to me. Find another tent. You are welcome.
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I don't have an answer for that, those were my thoughts also. Getting a larger tent allows for more movement while working inside so that was my reason for buying along with the additional savings. This version might also be a better seller therefore they are able to discount this product to attract more buyers. Anyways this is a great piece of equipment. It's built very well and it should last for many, many years if taken care of. I think the initial weight as it arrives in it carrying case is over 70 lbs, it's a beast.
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The screen fabirc is good, I don't know holes per inch but I would say that it has kept me comfortable in grassy fields (I haven't used it in woods). There are gaps however where the door zips into the floor of the tent so if there were many bugs and they were real hungry they could get in -- I just sprayed some Neem oil around the openings when I used it. This is a large and easy to put up screen tent. I love the design and I have broken (weather or poor manufacturing) EZ-ups and many other screen houses. Although I love this, it doesn't seem that sturdy: Fiberglass poles can split and the fabric isn't the toughest -- but it has survived into its second year of dog shows with me. i d
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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.
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What you need is the rope that comes with the tent to hold the upper part and then by using some weights you will keep the form of sides.Then you can improve it using any materials avalaible in the area in a real emergency case.Avoid hard materials with point or sharp edges, or any abbrasive object that would compromise the integrity of the shelter
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I haven't had an oppurtunity to use the cabin tent yet, I'm planning on taking it out this July. From previous experiences the dome is the way to go if you are going to be in an exposed location, fortunatly the area I will be camping in will have minimum exposure to wind and ample anchor points.
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We bought it a year ago now. The tent itself was so easy to put up and take down. Per others we also purchased the rain fly ( great idea ). The joints are the part you need to be careful of.
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I recommend that this is a 2 person job. I also recommend that when installing the fan you line up the tabs correctly or you will brake them off. Lastly the 4 way connector is not that durible ether so install the top Section first then the side. Nice and roomy tent
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It is best to read the directions first and lay all the parts out. It took approx. 45 minutes to assemble. The instructions advise the customer to put the tent together at home first before going camping, because it will take less time at the camp site. The time it takes to assemble is well worth the satisfaction that the tent gives. The top roof bars are color coded to help. Once the top roof area is assembled the rest of the tent goes much faster in assembling. Always anchor the tent with all the tabs on the bottom and always use all the guy lines. This will secure a very sturdy and steady tent. Plus when you assemble the tent always have the screen doors shut, this way you will be able to judge the looseness you will need in opening and closing the doors.
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I haven't used it but I can't I'maging doingng that. It is durable enough. For repeated use but I don't believe it was meant to replace a regular tent. I got it for emergency use. Hope this helps
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Very sturdy. Your child can roll around in it, crawl through the windows, and knock it around. It won't collapse, and the material is strong. You can pick up the assembled tent and move it like a box - it holds the shape.
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No matter what tent u have to secure the sides. We used straps that hooked to cement blocks and only had 3 sides on. Believe it or not the front part helped with the wind and rain. I just have to make sure it dosent keep water. The thickness is pretty good. Not not thin like most of the ones I have looked at. It's not as thick as I thought it was going to be from the add. Yes I think this tent will last. I also like the fact u can put it at different hights and still have the sides on.
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The first time we set it up, we had a little trouble but once we figured it out, it was very easy...maybe not a minute, but definitely under five minutes. It's a good first tent because it is already put together. You just have to raise it. Good luck and enjoy!
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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