A post (a year ago) from Teton says fly was being improved. Can anyone vouch that it NOW keeps water off the cot?
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I just bought one again recently and had it on a cot overnight in some very light rain. It did NOT keep the water off the cot or out of the tent. The ONLY reason I was not soaked was because I had a thermarest pad inside the tent which kept me out of the water 1/2" of water that collected in the bottom of the tent.
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Well, I just lived in it for a week up in the Nicolet National Forest here in Wisconsin. It rained 5 or 6 different times during the week and we didn't get any water inside. The year before was different in that we had a huge thunderstorm and 50+ mph winds. I did get a little water inside then because I had put one of the stakes for the rain fly in some soft ground. That combined with the wind caused it to let go and some water got in. No big deal. I think under normal conditions you would not need another rainfly.
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If you had the screen on the top zippered shut they would not be able to get out! I have this version in red which i believe is their older model (and has a zipper close on the top). I am not sure that the newer cot has a "roof" so I would make sure you check that before you order or make sure you are able to get the older version!
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There is no rain fly. The tent is waterproof. It rained on us a couple of times and no leaks. We had trouble with getting the air tubes to keep the tent fully erect though. I think that next tent will be more traditional.
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evidently, the fly is sold separately and there seems to be a problem on getting the fly! Why does Coleman have a backlog on these rainfly's?
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That's a good question - I don't use a tarp because the tent itself has a tarp like bottom that goes up a few inches around the edges (you can see the dark color in the photo). I took it camping last Labor Day weekend and it rained a lot and we did not have a problem with water getting in - and the rain fly beaded up just the way it should! I love this tent!
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It did when I bought mine - there was a special deal to upgrade to larger fly for a few bucks but I did not take it to save weight. Got waterproof fabric cheap from Walmart and made a big rainfly for car camping. Had my mother-in-law put in two long zippers down side so if it is on the ground you can still use it as bivy, upgraded to tie offs as per you tube. Got it all done, then had a kid and will probably not get to use it again. Oh well, it is a super product and I do enjoy owning it if not using it.
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The side windows are clear and not the best for privacy - I have never had an issue but it always makes me wonder. Alps has great customer service - they just replaced the fly due to damage and I have not opened up the new fly to see if the windows are still clear. Since the tent is only 60 inches high I usually sit on the floor while getting ready! I usually have my uniform hanging in front of one window so I only need to consider the other window. Hope this helps.
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The Controller would appear to be sealed. However, I haven't gotten it wet. How does water get in: my hatches are water tight?
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Yeh works great had mine out all last summer. Doesn't get as hot here. There are grommets underneath to attach a bungee cord to. Quite happy.
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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
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Yes it has a rain fly the covers the the whole tent. The first night we used it, didn't know it was suppose to rain, it poured from 12 am for the rest of the night. With no water proofing and the rain fly not pulled tight, we only got a few drops of water in two of the corners of the tent. We were dry.
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Hi Joe,This tent is amazing. The rainfly works just fine. I would highly recommend it. Thanks and happy camping!
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There are pads that go between the feet and topper. I have had mine since about November and have had no water issues.
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It'd be a snug fit I imagine lengthwise, and I'm not sure what that would do for the tents longevity though. I own the cot and the tent and if you want to use the tent on the cot be forewarned that the rain fly that comes with the tent does not hang over the sides of the cot, causing rain to pool onto the cot when it rains. Personally, I'd use the pad under the tent, as it was intended and use my Teton sleeping bag inside the tent.
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Yes, l have the regular hammock with sewn on net, and detachable rainfly and have been able to get the skin over it, however it is easier without the fly. It just takes a bit longer with the fly on to close it up.
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I agree with Jason, if not, I used a few bricks under mine and I also took the head off...if you leave it on and get a good wind,, it can blow a lot of water right out of a small pond..had it happen a couple times. It's a nice little set up tho and easy to maintain and not too pricey