[DartonHunter101]

AT brothers I am counting on your help. I need a tent, probably a 3-4 person ( however it is just for me), that I can put an XL cot in, plus that is easy, easy to put up for one person. I am trying to keep the money down to 75. Thanks

 

[Droptine4]

Gander Mountain

Just bought one at Gander Mountian for 35.00 its 9x9 and 6 ft tall.. Very nice and plenty big enough... Plus goes together in seconds with rods... Water proof etc ...Can find pic for you if needed ...

 

[DartonHunter101]

that sounds great. Who makes it? Can you put it together by yourself?

 

[Droptine4]

The company is creekside and the tent is called Blue Moon and yes very easy to put together... Just like any other pop up tent

 

[DartonHunter101]

Thanks Droptine4 for all your help. You are a Great asset to AT!

 

[Bassmaster]

Try a Magallen, Cheap and big, easy to put up. Water proof and very nice. Has huge side pockets inside to store stuff. I like mine.

 

[SEOBowhntr]

Have you been to Wal-Mart lately????? I saw a bunch of them on sale today when I was out getting the honey-do list filled. I bought a great 12x18 this past spring for $30, on clearance. I can set it up by myself, and it has enough room for a whole platoon in it. If you're not exactly sure what you want go to their website and look, you may also try Sportsmansguide, they often times have some great deals. My elk hunting tent was purchased from them for $25, and weighs less than 8#, and if 9x8. What are you going to use the tent for??? That will direct you search also. Here's one: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4697885 and another: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4664257 and another: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=3985246 . Ask and it shall be given.

 

[Bowhunter57]

I need a tent, probably a 3-4 person ( however it is just for me), that I can put an XL cot in, plus that is easy, easy to put up for one person.

DartonHunter101,
When purchasing a tent always purchase too much tent. Tents are like rafts.....if you need a 2 man raft purchase a 4 man raft. So, if you're purchasing a tent for your self, I suggest at least a 4 man tent. :thumb: A 4 man tent will allow you room for yourself, your equipment, a second hunter (should that happen in the future) and a place to stay if the weather turns bad. :smow:

A 2 man tent is usually no more than sleeping quarters and if the weather turns bad, you may have to stay inside for a few hours. It's nice to be able to stand up, stretch your legs, sit at a small table, etc. :nod: Wally world has some decent tents, but make sure that they're not too well ventilated or you'll lose valuable heat. :hand: Be careful that you don't get into a "summer" tent that has a rain fly, but the entire top of the tent has a mesh top.....that's where you'd lose your any heat that you may need to get a good night's sleep.

Coleman brand tents have what they call "veriflow" ventilation, which allows you to close some or all of the "breathing" vents and that will allow you to breath, but not lose too much heat. An 8x10 will sleep 4, but works well for 2 (and all the gear) and is easier to heat than a 10x16.
www.coleman.com

Good hunting, Bowhunter57

 

[DartonHunter101]

Bowhunter thanks for the info. I have learned that the hard way. I purchased a two man tent i really like, but it is way to small. That why I think a 4 man tent. I need it to be real easy for one person to put up. I have lost my cordination. And it needs to have some height for the cot.

 

[Airhead]

I've got to go with Coleman as well, they have been great for us, customer service is top notch to go along with their quality products.

Eureka also makes a quality tent.

We have tried the cheap ones over the years, never been happy in the end. Zippers failing, seams rip, loops pull out, waterproofing that does not last (even Camp Dry can't stop them from leaking). Buy a quality tent and be done with it!