Post by: 180-GRAIN on August 18, 2012, 09:43:22 AM
Post by: 7mag. on August 18, 2012, 10:27:14 AM
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Post by: fillthefreezer on August 18, 2012, 11:16:07 AM
whats your budget?
Post by: 180-GRAIN on August 18, 2012, 11:35:08 AM
people seem to be like the BA platinum for 1 person or a kifaru super tarp. +1 on the SL3.I can spend around $500-$700
whats your budget?
Post by: HighCountryHunter88 on August 18, 2012, 11:35:36 AM
Post by: 7mag. on August 18, 2012, 12:24:59 PM
people seem to be like the BA platinum for 1 person or a kifaru super tarp. +1 on the SL3.I can spend around $500-$700
whats your budget?
If that's your budget, I would go with either the Kifaru Supertarp plus annex, or the Golite SL3.
Post by: jess on August 18, 2012, 01:48:15 PM
Post by: 180-GRAIN on August 18, 2012, 02:30:42 PM
That supertarp would be great if it had a floor. what do you use for that? I am going to hunt in the henry m jackson and the last couple years its been wet. I really want to be comfortable and have a place to dry out.people seem to be like the BA platinum for 1 person or a kifaru super tarp. +1 on the SL3.I can spend around $500-$700
whats your budget?
If that's your budget, I would go with either the Kifaru Supertarp plus annex, or the Golite SL3.
Post by: X-Force on August 18, 2012, 02:35:17 PM
Post by: actionshooter on August 18, 2012, 02:57:10 PM
http://www.mountainhardwear.com/Sprite%E2%84%A2-1/OU9599,default,pd.html (http://www.mountainhardwear.com/Sprite%E2%84%A2-1/OU9599,default,pd.html)
2.5# and won't break the bank.
Post by: bloodhound on August 18, 2012, 04:33:21 PM
ALPS Mountaineering Mystique 1.5 Tent - Special Buy
$122.93
$189.99*
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i have a one man rei tent that ive had for probably 7 years and still havent had to waterproof it. thing is still like new with no wear on it at all. rei makes some good quality tents
Post by: fillthefreezer on August 18, 2012, 11:50:01 PM
i hunt with the wife and we run the sl-5.
Post by: Cascader74 on August 19, 2012, 02:41:24 AM
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Post by: grade-creek-rd on August 20, 2012, 10:16:52 PM
G-C-R
Post by: dreamingbig on August 21, 2012, 09:28:58 AM
I also have a Mountain Hardware Drifter 3 which is a great tent for the money.
Post by: SWHUNTER on August 21, 2012, 10:02:54 AM
Consider the MSR Carbon Reflex 1. It's been a great tent for me.
Post by: casey58 on August 21, 2012, 10:07:23 AM
Post by: timberghost72 on August 22, 2012, 07:48:01 PM
http://www.rei.com/product/812848/alps-mountaineering-mystique-15-tent-special-buy (http://www.rei.com/product/812848/alps-mountaineering-mystique-15-tent-special-buy)
ALPS Mountaineering Mystique 1.5 Tent - Special Buy
$122.93
$189.99*
REDUCED PRICE You Save 35%
i have a one man rei tent that ive had for probably 7 years and still havent had to waterproof it. thing is still like new with no wear on it at all. rei makes some good quality tents
I bought this exact tent from REI last year. I bought it for the weight and it is roomy for a 1.5 man tent. I got home and set it up and found the stitching very poor and when staking it down it pulled apart the seams about 1/8". I decided I didn't want to find out how much water would enter while I was sleeping so I returned it. I also really don't like non-freestanding tents. I'll take the extra oz. for a freestanding tent any day.
I eventually bought the Cabelas 1 man XPG tent and so far very happy with it. Perfect for sleeping with a few things inside. I just throw everything else under the vestbule. With the smaller volume it stays warmer inside also. :twocents:
Here is a picture for comparasion. My tent in the forground. A two man behind it. It weighs in at 4 pounds complete with poles, fly and body. You can buy lighter but for the price, this one I felt was pretty good.
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on August 30, 2012, 01:42:44 PM
-Steve
Post by: AKBowman on August 30, 2012, 10:16:09 PM
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Post by: Miles on August 31, 2012, 07:19:48 AM
Post by: actionshooter on August 31, 2012, 07:28:34 AM
I'm a fan of the Golite tents. They have some great deals from time to time, and in my opinion offer a quality product. With that said, I'm trying a hammock and tarp setup for my next solo hunt. It's pretty damn light and doesn't take up much room compared to even my Shangri_la5.I like the go-lite tents also, tried the SL-3 but I am to tall for it. They have the SL-5 on thier website listed for 299.00 right now, but they are out of stock and won't back order.
Post by: Miles on August 31, 2012, 07:31:27 AM
I'm a fan of the Golite tents. They have some great deals from time to time, and in my opinion offer a quality product. With that said, I'm trying a hammock and tarp setup for my next solo hunt. It's pretty damn light and doesn't take up much room compared to even my Shangri_la5.I like the go-lite tents also, tried the SL-3 but I am to tall for it. They have the SL-5 on thier website listed for 299.00 right now, but they are out of stock and won't back order.
They will have some more. It's just because of the price that they sold out. Lots of times they will have sales and everything will be "temporarily out of stock" for a while. I've got the 5 and the footprint is about 9' 5" by 9' 5". I'm guessing that when you say to tall it's when you were laying down in the 3?
Post by: asl20bball on August 31, 2012, 11:50:54 AM
Big ag fly creek ul is super light if you want a one man plus room for storage then you want a two man. I believe the 2 man in the fly creek is just over 2 lbs
I have the UL2. I'd recc it over the one man...the UL2 is still very light and provides that little bit of extra storage for your gear. As with any tent, and "2 man" is really a one man tent anyway.
Post by: MtnMuley on August 31, 2012, 01:26:08 PM
I'm a fan of the Golite tents. They have some great deals from time to time, and in my opinion offer a quality product. With that said, I'm trying a hammock and tarp setup for my next solo hunt. It's pretty damn light and doesn't take up much room compared to even my Shangri_la5.
:yeah: Also Hilleberg builds some great lightweight solo options.
Post by: actionshooter on August 31, 2012, 08:49:15 PM
I'm a fan of the Golite tents. They have some great deals from time to time, and in my opinion offer a quality product. With that said, I'm trying a hammock and tarp setup for my next solo hunt. It's pretty damn light and doesn't take up much room compared to even my Shangri_la5.I like the go-lite tents also, tried the SL-3 but I am to tall for it. They have the SL-5 on thier website listed for 299.00 right now, but they are out of stock and won't back order.
They will have some more. It's just because of the price that they sold out. Lots of times they will have sales and everything will be "temporarily out of stock" for a while. I've got the 5 and the footprint is about 9' 5" by 9' 5". I'm guessing that when you say to tall it's when you were laying down in the 3?
Ya, they are going to have some more, in January, at $600...............I don't like them that much
Post by: Miles on August 31, 2012, 09:00:44 PM
Post by: hillbillyhunting on September 05, 2012, 08:38:43 AM
My two main features I am looking for in my next tent are lightweight and free standing. I am only going to to with a free standing tent from now on because somtimes you are not in a good location to use stakes (a lot of the time actually). I know you can tie the tent down with rocks etc, but that is just a pain.
I think I am going to go with the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2. I really like the Tarptent Scarp 2, but once you add the extra poles to make the tent free standing it is almost twice the weight of the Fly Creek. Additionally, I would like to buy the tent at REI because of their unbeatable return policy. It is so much easier to exchange at the nearest REI than it is to deal with manufacturers and return authorization numbers.
A couple others that caught my eye were the Easton Kilo 2 and the Mtn Hardware SuperMega UL 2. I also noticed that there is another version of the Fly Creek available now, but from what I can tell you would be paying an extra $130 to shave 7oz.
I am excited for a new high country home!
Post by: quadrafire on September 05, 2012, 09:37:58 AM
I'm a fan of the Golite tents. They have some great deals from time to time, and in my opinion offer a quality product. With that said, I'm trying a hammock and tarp setup for my next solo hunt. It's pretty damn light and doesn't take up much room compared to even my Shangri_la5.I like the go-lite tents also, tried the SL-3 but I am to tall for it. They have the SL-5 on thier website listed for 299.00 right now, but they are out of stock and won't back order.
They will have some more. It's just because of the price that they sold out. Lots of times they will have sales and everything will be "temporarily out of stock" for a while. I've got the 5 and the footprint is about 9' 5" by 9' 5". I'm guessing that when you say to tall it's when you were laying down in the 3?
I bought one about a month ago for $259 (SL-5).
Had my inaugral camp in it last wknd. I used the fly only and slept on a tarp. ROOMY and light. I used the center pole and it would be even better if you could suspend it and have an unobstructed interior. The condensation on the inner wall was more than I expected, having the bottom open and 2 decent sized openings in the top. It would be little much for a one man, but it is light enough. You could store all your gear in it easily with 2 large guys comfortably. There is a good U-tube video for he SL-3 where a british dude is reviewing it.
Post by: Miles on September 05, 2012, 09:44:44 AM
Post by: quadrafire on September 05, 2012, 10:10:37 AM
Post by: Miles on September 05, 2012, 10:23:51 AM
yes, mine has the loop. Just didn't have a sturdy branch handy where I wanted to set up the tent. Also the ground I was on was pretty moist.
You could try running a long rope from tree to tree (through the loop) which may work when there aren't any strong branches available. I've thought about doing it that way, but haven't needed to yet. I set up on some moist ground cause it was flat and full of nice soft pine needles once. That's when I experienced the most condensation.
Post by: Hunter mike on September 05, 2012, 07:56:01 PM
Only 1 night out so far but I'm liking it. My full hammock/tarp/suspension/stakes/lines comes in at about 3lbs and change, so I will use that for shorter solo trip in nice weather. With my 4-nighter coming up, I am thinking about using the Cabela's tent for space better weather protection.
Post by: hillbillyhunting on September 05, 2012, 08:56:08 PM
Post by: meatwhack on September 06, 2012, 10:07:24 AM
Option 1) Goretex Bivy Sack which I use through most of September. This will works well to keep the dew off you and even through some rain storms although I wont take this if the forecast is calling for heavy rain throughout my hunt. Another thing I really like about this option is it makes it extremely fast to pack up camp and jump to a new location.
Option 2) Cabelas XPG Ultralight 1 man. This is a nice lightweight 1-man tent I will pack with me through around October and has room for most gear if you're not overloaded.
Option 3) Cabelas XPG Extreme 4-Season 2-man. This tent is a little bit heavier but has room for 2 people to hunt out of if you're packing in with someone. It is also built very well and can withstand severe storms and snow. This is my tent of choice for any hunts in November or any time severe weather may be possible.
With the price range you have listed you could purchase all three of these and have several options depending on what time and type of hunting you are planning to do.
Post by: romaknows on September 07, 2012, 05:13:49 PM
Post by: scoyoc5 on September 07, 2012, 05:39:02 PM
Option 2) Cabelas XPG Ultralight 1 man. This is a nice lightweight 1-man tent I will pack with me through around October and has room for most gear if you're not overloaded.
I have this same tent and I'm very happy with it. :twocents:
Post by: hillbillyhunting on September 09, 2012, 08:23:19 AM
Post by: fireweed on September 09, 2012, 08:54:22 AM
Sierra Design Clip Flashlight is ok and is what I used to have for hunting.
but new Big Agnes cannot be beat for lightweight. Even the kids can carry that tent. It weighs less that a sleeping bag. Don't know about bad weather, but for fall/summer the way to go. Neither is 100% free standing. It is very tight for two--but one with gear fine.
Post by: Miles on September 09, 2012, 05:33:07 PM
Been through lots of tents:
Sierra Design Clip Flashlight is ok and is what I used to have for hunting.
but new Big Agnes cannot be beat for lightweight. Even the kids can carry that tent. It weighs less that a sleeping bag. Don't know about bad weather, but for fall/summer the way to go. Neither is 100% free standing. It is very tight for two--but one with gear fine.
What's the weight and sq footage of your BA?
Post by: Kola16 on September 09, 2012, 05:40:00 PM
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Post by: Miles on September 09, 2012, 07:18:35 PM
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on September 09, 2012, 11:01:36 PM
-Steve
Post by: kalamasasquatch on October 12, 2012, 09:16:31 PM
Post by: coyote_out on October 31, 2012, 11:24:08 PM
Post by: kentrek on October 31, 2012, 11:56:05 PM
I have hunted out of a Kelty Crestone for the last 6 years. Great tent, weighs 3lbs even, including rainfly. Not free standing tho. It is tall enough to sit up inside of. Only problem I've ever had was last year on my Upper Smith Creek hunt. Ended up partially melting the rain-fly while in it (stupid long story). For $90 I sure cant complain.
had the same tent for a few years,eventually went floorless an only used the fly..good tent tho
now im going a bivy umbrella rout
and storm season im runing a msr tarp tent,2 person with extra room,and even a front porch..3 pound home away from home
here it is after being set up in a hurry at 8k feet this october in id
Post by: MikeWalking on November 01, 2012, 03:15:47 AM
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on November 01, 2012, 12:46:13 PM
now im going a bivy umbrella rout
What bivy have you been happy with? What umrella?
I have a couple of bivy's and have used them with mesh hammock between trees. -sometimes with a tarp suspended above. Super lightweight but I would not consider the combination as "best 1 man tent for backcountry". I traded Jackalope a Columbia 2man that was heavier than I wanted to pack around, but I do miss the room it had. From him, now have a Eureka Solitair. Not a high-end tent for sure, but it has held up well this year. ~2pounds after dumping those steel stakes for some plastic ones. Using a bivy on the west side, I now really appreciate a dry floor, but sure wish I could sit up in this thing. I guess one has to determine what elements will be slept in then find a tent that suits the environmental conditions expected. I like a lower tent for reduced wind load and to be able to set up under the canopy of tree branches so I sacrifice headroom.
-Steve
Post by: kentrek on November 01, 2012, 03:15:23 PM
now im going a bivy umbrella rout
What bivy have you been happy with? What umrella?
I have a couple of bivy's and have used them with mesh hammock between trees. -sometimes with a tarp suspended above. Super lightweight but I would not consider the combination as "best 1 man tent for backcountry". I traded Jackalope a Columbia 2man that was heavier than I wanted to pack around, but I do miss the room it had. From him, now have a Eureka Solitair. Not a high-end tent for sure, but it has held up well this year. ~2pounds after dumping those steel stakes for some plastic ones. Using a bivy on the west side, I now really appreciate a dry floor, but sure wish I could sit up in this thing. I guess one has to determine what elements will be slept in then find a tent that suits the environmental conditions expected. I like a lower tent for reduced wind load and to be able to set up under the canopy of tree branches so I sacrifice headroom.
-Steve
the bivy i use is the cabelas xpg until i wear it out but so far eat keeps holding up,the umbrella is just a random camo one i found at my house..i only did this set up a few nights this spring in the rain and i like it....ima upgrade to the montbell umbrella and getting an elk mtn slip cover to use it as a decoy as well
http://www.elkmtngear.com/online-store?page=shop.browse&category_id=2 (http://www.elkmtngear.com/online-store?page=shop.browse&category_id=2)
http://www.prolitegear.com/montbell_ultralight_umbrella.html (http://www.prolitegear.com/montbell_ultralight_umbrella.html)
also yes a high tent in the wind can make for a long night, in that pic i posted the wind actualy turnd into a griz bear an started pushing me over..i thought i was a dead man for a sec :chuckle:
Post by: CementFinisher on November 01, 2012, 03:21:42 PM
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Post by: 300rum on November 05, 2012, 10:17:44 AM
We took it to Idaho at about 8k feet 2 weeks ago for six days. The first night it rained all night long, the next 4 nights it snowed/sleeted/rained/snowed. It was large enough for all the gear and I could just barely stretch out in it. I also had enough room to cook in. It worked for what I needed it to.
The reason I went this way was that I noticed the cheap tents that my kids have, they seem to last forever and take a ton of abuse. I figured if their cheap tents last, why wouldn't this one. It was also lighter than the much more expensive ones.
Post by: coyote_out on November 05, 2012, 10:12:24 PM
Post by: fair-chase on November 09, 2012, 12:26:35 AM
I went to wholesale sports, looked over all of the tents and bought a 2 man tent for $14, yes $14 (on sale)! It is a dome tent at around a pound and a half (if you throw out the stakes and cut/throw out all the labels etc.) Both me and my hunting partner bought one each.
Sounds like a great deal. :tup: Heck for that price you could burn through a 100 of them before you break even with the price of a single Kifaru shelter. Good find sir.
Post by: swanny on November 09, 2012, 07:15:12 AM
Cabelas XPG w/ Origami fly. Plenty of room for 2 people and withstands anything mother nature dishes out!
Are you sure that isn't a Sierra Designs tent? Looks like it says it right on the fly there
Post by: timberghost72 on November 09, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
Post by: timberghost72 on November 09, 2012, 09:15:32 AM
I just bought the Mystique 1.5 from Wholesale Sports for 50% off, around $60. I will be modifying the tent to make it a semi freestanding. Just need to complete it.
Check all your seams on that especially near the bottom. I bought one of these and the seams were coming apart about 1/8th" brand new. Otherwise a nice sized tent for the weight.
Post by: yajsab on November 09, 2012, 10:00:07 AM
I just bought the Mystique 1.5 from Wholesale Sports for 50% off, around $60. I will be modifying the tent to make it a semi freestanding. Just need to complete it.
Check all your seams on that especially near the bottom. I bought one of these and the seams were coming apart about 1/8th" brand new. Otherwise a nice sized tent for the weight.
hmm... I'll double check. I believe the rainfly should be ok since I just applied seam sealer on the outside. I haven't check the tent carefully though.
Post by: boberety69 on December 09, 2012, 01:19:23 PM
Post by: Jingles on December 09, 2012, 01:33:03 PM
I just pack a tarp and cut poles... Cheap, light and if you get holes in it from your fire oh well.. I have been doin this for yearsYep and if you need a bigger shelter/ tent you can spend another $5.00 and get the next size larger tarp. Only need to cut one pole and if the tarp is large enough can use it as a top and shelter/ wind break at the head of your sleeping bag and fold the excess under the top on the ground as a ground cloth.. Binder twine tied to trees works for the ropes to hold the corners up and out. Binder twine is cheap (usually free at horse barns etc) and lightweight
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Post by: MLHSN on January 10, 2013, 09:39:31 PM
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Post by: ICEMAN on January 10, 2013, 09:58:16 PM
Ive always been a tarp and bivy kind of guy. Way cheaper and more versitle.
Been there, done that. Then mice..... Hate the mice.
Mice ruined it for me and had to go the tent route.
Post by: GoPlayOutside on January 10, 2013, 10:29:34 PM
I use to sleep under a big tree on the high hunt...until one night a mouse was crawling all over me, and I couldn't get it to go away. Ruined my "go lite" attitude.
Now I pack a 2 man tent with enough room for me and all my gear.
Post by: kentrek on January 10, 2013, 11:14:19 PM
Mice ruin everything :bash:
I use to sleep under a big tree on the high hunt...until one night a mouse was crawling all over me, and I couldn't get it to go away. Ruined my "go lite" attitude.
Now I pack a 2 man tent with enough room for me and all my gear.
consider your self lucky...my brother had a big ol frog jump on his face in the middle of the night one time...his reaction prolly woke every elk with in 5 miles.. :chuckle:
ants are by far my worst enemy in the back woods..always seems to take a few days to get used to the lil buggers..
Post by: jess on January 10, 2013, 11:50:27 PM
Post by: actionshooter on January 11, 2013, 05:05:07 PM
I still use a tarp though
Post by: rieses on March 24, 2013, 09:32:37 PM
2# single wall with floor room for two guys and gear, ive used it in the snow, used it in the pouring rain and never had any issues other than a little condensation if you dont have some breeze blowing through it.
with a little breeze though there is no problem.
if there isnt going to be rain, then i just bring a sil-nylon poncho as a back up and sleep under a tree to keep the dew off.
Post by: Worldhunter on April 13, 2013, 09:31:33 PM
http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent_10082892____?cm_mmc=PPC-_-GooglePlusBox-_-na-_-The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent&ad_id=GooglePlusBox&adtype=pla&gclid=CKPrjIypybYCFa9cQgodwjkAyw (http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent_10082892____?cm_mmc=PPC-_-GooglePlusBox-_-na-_-The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent&ad_id=GooglePlusBox&adtype=pla&gclid=CKPrjIypybYCFa9cQgodwjkAyw)
Post by: hike2hunt on April 14, 2013, 07:07:37 AM
Golite Shangri-La 3 or the Black Diamond Mega Light Tent
Both are roomy, and my BD is a four season shelter, and have used on many winter travel adventures.
Post by: 300rum on April 14, 2013, 07:54:28 AM
I'm about to buy the North face tad pole 23, unless someone can convince me otherwise. Found it for 175$. Anybody know where I can get one for less?
http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent_10082892____?cm_mmc=PPC-_-GooglePlusBox-_-na-_-The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent&ad_id=GooglePlusBox&adtype=pla&gclid=CKPrjIypybYCFa9cQgodwjkAyw (http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent_10082892____?cm_mmc=PPC-_-GooglePlusBox-_-na-_-The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent&ad_id=GooglePlusBox&adtype=pla&gclid=CKPrjIypybYCFa9cQgodwjkAyw)
Post by: devon flyfisher on April 14, 2013, 12:08:02 PM
Cheers
Richard
Post by: F150MSGT on April 30, 2013, 10:58:10 PM
http://www.eurekacampingctr.com/eureka/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=SOLITAIRE+2012+B&pf_id=PAAAIABPNILDOLDG&dept_id=3070 (http://www.eurekacampingctr.com/eureka/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=SOLITAIRE+2012+B&pf_id=PAAAIABPNILDOLDG&dept_id=3070)
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on May 01, 2013, 09:51:48 AM
May I suggest an option for those budget minded folks like me? I just bought a factory second Eureka Solitaire. It retails around $80-90 but I bought it from the outlet store link below for $35!! The only "issue" was that the poles were cracked. Easy to repair/replace....still low budget. :tup: If space is a concern picture a big ol' 6'2" 250lb man, a full pack, a bow, and a sleeping bag. I tried it in the yard overnight to test the logistics and it worked just fine. I got a great nights rest and was out of the weather. Best thing is that it only weighs a tad over 2 lbs! This still allows me to carry a tarp (wrapped conveniently around the tent bag and strapped to the wing of my pack) for that extra "comfort" of being able to string it up to store the gear under and have that extra spacious Best Western suite feel and some wiggle room! Enjoy and good luck!
http://www.eurekacampingctr.com/eureka/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=SOLITAIRE+2012+B&pf_id=PAAAIABPNILDOLDG&dept_id=3070 (http://www.eurekacampingctr.com/eureka/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=SOLITAIRE+2012+B&pf_id=PAAAIABPNILDOLDG&dept_id=3070)
If you want to shave a few more ounces from that Solitare package, ditch those steel stakes for the 6" plastic Coughlins at REI. Lighter and stronger.
-Steve
Post by: MLHSN on May 01, 2013, 10:52:29 AM
May I suggest an option for those budget minded folks like me? I just bought a factory second Eureka Solitaire. It retails around $80-90 but I bought it from the outlet store link below for $35!! The only "issue" was that the poles were cracked. Easy to repair/replace....still low budget. :tup: If space is a concern picture a big ol' 6'2" 250lb man, a full pack, a bow, and a sleeping bag. I tried it in the yard overnight to test the logistics and it worked just fine. I got a great nights rest and was out of the weather. Best thing is that it only weighs a tad over 2 lbs! This still allows me to carry a tarp (wrapped conveniently around the tent bag and strapped to the wing of my pack) for that extra "comfort" of being able to string it up to store the gear under and have that extra spacious Best Western suite feel and some wiggle room! Enjoy and good luck!
http://www.eurekacampingctr.com/eureka/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=SOLITAIRE+2012+B&pf_id=PAAAIABPNILDOLDG&dept_id=3070 (http://www.eurekacampingctr.com/eureka/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=SOLITAIRE+2012+B&pf_id=PAAAIABPNILDOLDG&dept_id=3070)
If you want to shave a few more ounces from that Solitare package, ditch those steel stakes for the 6" plastic Coughlins at REI. Lighter and stronger.
-Steve
My only issue with the solitaire I had for a few years was the condensation. It condensated really bad. When I exited the tent, through the top zipper all the condensation would rub off on me or drop on my sleeping bag. Other then that, I really liked that tent. Have you guys set it up differently so you don't have the condensation issues?
Post by: Max the dog on July 08, 2013, 01:52:31 PM
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on July 08, 2013, 10:34:38 PM
-Steve
Post by: MLHSN on July 08, 2013, 10:41:02 PM
There are posts about using Hammocks... I used one almost exclusevly for many years, but now I'm liking an air mattress for a little more comfort. Less swaying in the wind. (A whole lot) A dry place to put my pack and boots. And not haveing to search so much for the perfect place between two trees to hang one. Hammocks are great for early season stuff, but during the rough weather, give me a tent as shelter.
-Steve
I sleep on my stomach. I tried the hammock once. I ended up on the ground rolled up with the darn thing and no pad.
I won't be making that mistake again.
Post by: huntnphool on July 08, 2013, 10:43:25 PM
Can't say I read every post in this thread, but what about a hammock?No place to hang one in the sage. ;)
Post by: dreamingbig on July 10, 2013, 10:10:27 PM
Post by: MLHSN on July 10, 2013, 11:52:36 PM
I have seen many guys use a hammock for one or two nights but then they either leave early or swap it out for a tent.
I have several friends who use hammocks religiously for multiday trips. The trend I have noticed is that they are all back sleepers.
I sleep on my stomach and have a really hard time in a hammock. It's bad enough that no coercing from my friends Jim and Jack will help me sleep.
Post by: Maligator on July 11, 2013, 12:12:52 AM
Post by: dreamingbig on July 11, 2013, 12:16:19 AM
I have seen many guys use a hammock for one or two nights but then they either leave early or swap it out for a tent.
I have several friends who use hammocks religiously for multiday trips. The trend I have noticed is that they are all back sleepers.
I sleep on my stomach and have a really hard time in a hammock. It's bad enough that no coercing from my friends Jim and Jack will help me sleep.
I liked to get dressed out of the rain and keep my gear dry!