Post by: jeepster on August 04, 2012, 03:30:57 PM
i have a really nice 3season tent already (rei kindom4), but, i want something with a stove in it... right now im in alaska, and when i get back, id like to just disappear into the mountains for a few weeks with the jeep and dog, or maybe ill go find a place near winthrop, grab my flyrod and catch the fall steelhead run on the methow/chewuch, who knows... i just know that i really like cabelas alaknak 12x12. the 12x20 also seems really nice, i like the idea of having a stove cranking out hear, a huge inflatable matress that makes for a bed more comfortable than home, and all the comforts of a cabin, in something that i can pack into the back of my jeep and take where-ever i want... i know this isnt real camping, but, im basically looking for a portable cabin.
the other big thing is that im more than likely going to be solo on this trip, so, if it takes an army to set up, its not going to work
i dont have my mind set on any tents in particular, and im just wondering what others are out there that are worth looking at, and what you guys say about them. the montana tents dont really appeal, there is just something about them...
i know that there are threads about this already, but i am on a very poor satellite connection on a fishing boat in the middle of the alaskan back country...
Post by: Pathfinder101 on August 04, 2012, 04:40:42 PM
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Post by: bearpaw on August 08, 2012, 11:44:41 PM
a friend of mine bought a montana canvas tent and it leaks bad. we even put some stuff on it they sent us and it leaks. we have to cover it with a tarp or it leaks. did i mention that it leaks. mike w
I don't like them because they are too heavy, but they shouldn't leak, I have 3 Montana Canvas and they don't leak, I would call the factory.
Post by: fillthefreezer on August 09, 2012, 04:18:07 PM
i can email you pics if youre interested.
very much like the alaknak tents, just made in usa by a real tent maker..
Post by: Rick on August 09, 2012, 05:16:10 PM
My grandpa hunted out of one for 30 years before he quit hunting a few years back. My group doesn't have 30 years in one yet,but we're getting close to 10.
Post by: splitshot on August 09, 2012, 09:15:50 PM
Post by: Rick on August 10, 2012, 02:25:11 PM
raineer tent sent my friend some stuff to put on the tent let it dry and then water the tent real good. he did that 3 days in a row in the summer and it still leaked. a lemon tent. it does get warm in othello. mike w
We set up our Rainier, ran a sprinkler on it for a few hours to get it soaked,let it dry and started using it. We've done nothing else to it and its never leaked. We've used it in some serious rain/snow storms and its always been warm and dry.
Post by: glowaski81 on August 11, 2012, 02:37:33 PM
Post by: gasman on August 11, 2012, 04:40:57 PM
Im also looking for something around a 12 X 14 it seems like they are about a grand. Looking at montana canvas? Any other suggestions?
Rainier Ind. is right in Tukwilla.... Make a good tent IMO........... Have had one for 15 years :tup:
Post by: Shawn Ryan on August 12, 2012, 10:23:07 PM
If you want lighter, try a silnylon teepee by Kifaru or SeekOutside. You can still put wood stoves in them. Variety of sizes.
Post by: washelkhunter on August 12, 2012, 11:07:47 PM
Post by: fillthefreezer on August 13, 2012, 07:38:04 AM
Bravo in Camas, WA makes a great tent. No grommets, just "D" rings sewn into webbing. Starts with a very water proof canvas.:yeah: or wymoninglostandfound if youre cheap :tup:
If you want lighter, try a silnylon teepee by Kifaru or SeekOutside. You can still put wood stoves in them. Variety of sizes.
Post by: Shawn Ryan on August 13, 2012, 10:17:10 AM
Bravo in Camas, WA makes a great tent. No grommets, just "D" rings sewn into webbing. Starts with a very water proof canvas.:yeah: or wymoninglostandfound if youre cheap :tup:
If you want lighter, try a silnylon teepee by Kifaru or SeekOutside. You can still put wood stoves in them. Variety of sizes.
Or a Go-Lite Shangri-La, if you are even cheaper!
Post by: fillthefreezer on August 13, 2012, 10:45:01 AM
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Post by: magnanimous_j on August 13, 2012, 12:31:30 PM
Seems like there would be a lot of expensive gear to leave alone in the woods.
Post by: Woodchuck on August 13, 2012, 12:45:19 PM
By the way I have a 12x20 Alaknak with two vestibules and am very happy with it. :twocents:
Post by: jackmaster on August 13, 2012, 12:52:09 PM
Bravo in Camas, WA makes a great tent. No grommets, just "D" rings sewn into webbing. Starts with a very water proof canvas.second the bravo, john the owner does everything himself, he also make a light weight tent, he does alot of backcountry huntn so he has built them from experience, i have the 16 x 18 and the alaskan yukon model stove and it will cook you right out of it if ya aint careful
If you want lighter, try a silnylon teepee by Kifaru or SeekOutside. You can still put wood stoves in them. Variety of sizes.
Post by: CedarPants on August 13, 2012, 01:09:59 PM
Somewhat off topic: when you guys set up those big, elaborate elk camps with the canvas tents and wood stoves and all that, do you leave them unattended during the day?
Seems like there would be a lot of expensive gear to leave alone in the woods.
My turkey camp went up the 1st weekend of April and didn't come down until Monday of Memorial Day weekend.
Private land though :chuckle:
Although I have arrived several differnt times to find the tent unzipped (all my stuff locked up in the shed), so even on private it's hard to keep everyone out.
Post by: washelkhunter on August 13, 2012, 07:11:25 PM
Somewhat off topic: when you guys set up those big, elaborate elk camps with the canvas tents and wood stoves and all that, do you leave them unattended during the day?
Seems like there would be a lot of expensive gear to leave alone in the woods.
Its nice if you can have a dedicated "camp bitch" to keep an eye on things but what are you going to do? There are instances of camps being robbed. We just have all of our gear marked and easily identifiable if we have to try and recover it.
My personal philosophy is that my camp is my home. If you were to be caught stealing from us in the middle of nowhere when our home is literally our lifeline, well, it wont go well for you. :hunter:
Post by: Rick on August 13, 2012, 07:42:43 PM
Bravo in Camas, WA makes a great tent.
A nice tent for sure...too bad the owner is a first class *censored* bag. We talked to him about his tents before we bought a Rainier.
I'd sleep under a tree before I gave that jack ass a penny of my money.
Post by: Bshiftbc on August 13, 2012, 08:36:58 PM
We have always left our camp during the day with no issues. The past couple of years we have been hunting the wet side, and it makes me more nervous (more people). It is sad that you have to worry about that kinda thing.
Post by: couesbitten on August 13, 2012, 08:44:45 PM
Bravo in Camas, WA makes a great tent.
A nice tent for sure...too bad the owner is a first class *censored* bag.
:yeah: That was my impression of him as well. I'll admit his tents are well made, but you have to be willing to part with more of your money and put up with his attitude. Mine's a 15 x 21 Canvas Cabin out of Hillsboro, OR, great tent, doors both ends, dual stove jacks, window on one side, lot's of room. Go bigger than you think you need, you won't be sorry.
Post by: SemperFidelis97 on August 13, 2012, 08:53:25 PM
Post by: jeepster on August 15, 2012, 07:38:51 PM
My main reasons with going for the Alaknak is it says cabelas on it, which means I have one year, no questions asked to try it out and if I don't like it, I can return it and have credit towards something else... Also, hard to beat the price...
Can't wait to set it up...
Vestibule and rooftop spark protector are next
Oh I also saw a small oven that mounts in the stovepipe that seems awesome for biscuits or whatever... One thing that concerns me... Who cooks in thier tent, and do you have any problems with bears, or other critters? I was always told no cooking or storing food in tents...
Only a few weeks till i get home and take off camping but Elk season is gonna be sweeeeeeet
Post by: washelkhunter on August 15, 2012, 08:07:56 PM
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Post by: toyman2 on August 16, 2012, 09:35:59 PM
I bought a wilderness tent from www.walltentshop.com (http://www.walltentshop.com) out of Idaho. I'm happy with it, and the prices are pretty good. It's worth taking a look or giving them a call.
same for me, i got a 12x14 and am very happy. Service was pretty good also, it seemed like mom and pop kind of shop.
Post by: summit creek on August 17, 2012, 06:34:53 PM