Eureka TCOP One man combat tent - best bug out tent shelter
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- My search for a one-man combat tent has ended. A while back I purchased the TCOP (Tent combat one person) bit.ly/43g3aos by Eureka in great shape and only missing stakes and a stake bag and have loved it since I opened the mail! The TCOP one-person combat tent is a tent that replaces the older ICS2000 (Improved Combat Shelter) that previously replaced the archaic shelter half. This one-man combat tent is big enough for two adults to fit comfortably into and is an absolute tank.
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Three pole design with two large doors and vestibules is tough, sturdy, low profile, large enough for two, and is practically indestructible! With care, this tent will last us a LONG time.
The heavy-duty rain fly is reversible from woodland camouflage to desert sand and is a full blackout material. The tent has great ventilation, large storage areas, breathable fabric, tough floor material, and is easy to heat in the winter using my UCO candle lantern.
I have used this many times and it has been one of my favorite tents and really have no complaints other than not being able to keep the pole fastener velcro from leaking.
In my opinion, this is the best bug-out shelter for one person out there. Hands down. Bombproof.
TENT TYPE: Freestanding, 3-pole, dome tent with bathtub floor
FLOOR AREA: 28 square foot main tent body
WEIGHT: 7 lbs. (tent, fly and frame)
HEIGHT: 32.5” (+/- 1”)
VESTIBULE AREA: 2 vestibules for 17 square feet of additional gear storage
TENT BODY: Flame retardant, 70D, 98P polyurethane-coated ripstop nylon - 2 large drop-down doors with mesh windows
RAIN FLY: Woodland Camo Fly is reversible, flame retardant, full coverage blackout material with taped seams - 2 vestibules - fly is reversible to Desert Tan (Digital Camo Fly not reversible) NETTING: All netting is 40D nylon “no-see-um” for protection from dust and small insects
FRAME: Easy shock-corded, cold weather, black anodized aluminum frame (.344” diameter)
REPAIR KIT: Including one pc. frame repair sleeve, needle, thread, thimble, one set of extra guy lines, 12’ cold weather shock cord with ‘shok locs’, 12”x12” swatches of all fabric and replacement toggles, buckles, tapes and web included with each tent.
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A boy with his dad camping in the woods priceless.
We have a grand time! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, William.
Respects to the marines and mother nature.
Thank you so much for the tip with unzipping the doors on the rain fly!!! It seems impossible without doing that.
It helps a little during that struggle. I've also found that a small loop of paracord tied at the end of the loop helps get a better hold when trying to put that fly pole in the grommets. Thanks for watching, monoXcide!
2 years later you Vids never get old. Each one teach one. Keep up the magnificent work.
Hey Freedom ain't free, we appreciate that!
Those are outstanding tents, solid, bombproof, and well worth every penny.
Agreed 100% SurvivorMetalMan! Thanks for watching and the comment!
But they leak ❓❓❓❓😳
Great demos, and not just "saying" two people will fit, you proved it. I don't regret recently purchasing one of these. Definitely subscription worthy... just got mine after flip-flipped the rain fly so easily. Now that I've watched 'til the end.. You guys did a fantastic job. Clear, concise, no stumbles... it was like a toned down service training video for the civilian common man. Plus you didn't bang us over the head with "likes and subscribes". Your ending, on spot. Thanks guys.
Great video! Awesome to see a Father and Son doing great stuff together. God bless 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💪💪✝️
Thanks, JL 👍 We have a great time out and about! God bless!
My boys are still pretty young but I’m looking forward to having experiences outdoors like you guys must have.
We've been outdooring since Gabriel's birth, start now Kaptain Snek! Thanks for watching and commenting! Good luck!
Was looking for something like this and not in a bright color... without spending a fortune, that would aid my 3 yr old daughter and I in bug out situation....and fit gear.
Have had no luck till somehow I stumbled upon this video.
This should suit us fine!
I live in the Northern woods of Vermont and the last thing I want to do is get stuck in the rain or get bit by a venomous spider or tick...
I also don't want to have to heft around something really heavy that might be unpredictable on the move....especially with a small child.
I found really good "unbreakable" steal stakes on Amazon 12in long...8 for $16....and supposedly rust proof.....so will purchase those....came with fantastic reviews.
Thank you very much!!
And thank you for your service! ❤
My family is military, mostly airforce, but we've got 2 Marines and one army in the bag.😊
God bless you all🙏
Perhaps the most thorough and well-produced review on this tent ever created!!!
Total Jarhead, but still excellent. The civilian version of this tent has been around for over 10 years, lacks the blackout feature, and is a bit less robust, but is still a good buy. I will consider this version for my around the globe motorcycle adventure due to its more rugged nature. Thanks. As a first time viewer of your channel I will definitely be on the lookout for more.
Total Jarhead indeed! I think you should TH-cam that global motorcycle adventure and share that with the rest of us even if you don't get a TCOP. That sounds like a grand adventure! Thanks for stopping by to watch and leave us a comment, Rusty!
What is the civilian version of this tent?
I think it is the Eureka Down Range Solo tent.
Brought a TCOP off this review. Best one I've seen so far and not disappointed. Thanks guys.
That's fantastic! I hope you get as much use and enjoyment out of yours as I do mine! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I bought one years ago. Hopefully it's the last one I ever have to buy.
Just ordered a new unissued one of these off Amazon. Your video is by far the most in depth view of this tent. For this I thank you. Also allow me to thank you for the repair tips. As for that candle lamp, I'm definitely going to check into getting one of these for my pack. I like the idea of not having to solely rely on batteries(disposable and/or rechargeable) for light.
I'm thrilled it was helpful, S.R. Hopefully yours will have zero issues right out of the box!
Outstanding review, thoroughly encyclopedic, professionally presented, great job!
Thank you kindly for watching and commenting homerj109!
Thank you for the presentation.
I definitely would be able to enjoy Tcop tent more.
Great in depth review, and a very nice tent. I have been eyeing one for awhile. Thank you for the review.
Right on you're welcome! If you can get one that is in decent shape you'll be hitting a home run. Hands down my favorite one man tent ever. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Alright Mr Boog, you've convinced me to go with the FILBE Main Ruck. I tried every configuration, with my 3-day assault pack and there is just not enough capacity, for a cool weather adventure. I looked @ the Molle 2 and the ILBE but the FILBE system is much more functional as well as more current. Thx for you guys help. -LB
That's fantastic news! I certainly hope that you are as thrilled with yours as we are with ours. It's a heavy pack for sure but it is heavy duty and large enough to meet our needs. I'm trying to finish up a review that I've put together over the last year on the complete system consisting of the main pack, assault pack (3 day pack), the hydration carrier and pouches. By far my favorite pack system!
Professional review: well done both. Two suggestions: make a *shorter* ground cloth out of tougher material, with the corner tapes (with hole for the pole end) extended to reach out to the correct size. That way, when it rains it won't be pooling on the waterproof ground cloth. The wear and tear is greater away from the edges, so you lose little there, and being smaller it is lighter, meaning that you can use a heavier weight material to give better resistance to spikes.
If you then add to that tapes from the ground sheet corners to where the pole in the fly sheet hit the ground, you can (a) make the hooch shelter completely free-standing when the ground won't take a stake, and (b) you can set it up the complete tent fly sheet first, for when it is raining hard.
Hey thanks for the tips, sujiut! A well-made ground cloth can make a huge difference with these tents and flys.
Damn fine video Marine! I appreciated the cut aways. The seam tape repair was particularly interesting because I just bought a new one of these. Guess it’s been stored since 2006? Going camping with the kids is the best. Way to parent.
Be sure to check those seams for faulty tape! Other than that, I've really had no issues as at all with this tent. I love it! And you're right camping with the kids is the way to go! Thanks for taking time to watch and comment, Jyoji!
The best quality produced video I think I may have ever seen on youtube. You gentlemen are a real class act. Thank you so much for this quality video and music. High standards of quality. Loved it. Thank you.
Wow, thank you! My goal was to make an informative video about this awesome tent and I hope that I've done so. Thanks for watching and leaving a strong comment, 3 Mad Men!
Thanks guy's, very informative on the seam tape repairs; exactly what my tent needs....
You're welcome and I hope you get your seam tape fixed. Thanks for watching and commenting, Misterpolytech!
My tent leaked like a sieve I used tent seal glue all over. It was a challenge between man and tent lol thanks for your hard work on the videos enjoy and stay safe.
Did the seal glue do the trick for you?
Outstanding info on both tents! Best review done.
Thanks for watching and commenting Drew!
i have that same exact moving blanket for the same exact reason lol. it's like it's designed to be the perfect size to lay on. and super light weight. i also use it as a padded door flap when using my large cabin tent. love that thing
Gents, great review on a very good tent system that I've used in the Uk........so far no
leaks but love the mesh vent arrangememt.........Semper Fi to you Sir.
Now that's fantastic news these tents do exist without leaks. I agree that the mesh windows are great. Thanks for the Semper Fi, cheers to you mate.
I have the civilian make of eureka down range solo the foot print runs out to the edge of the vistabule it is a fantastic bonus. I have had mine for about 3 years and bought a back up because they are hard to find. I will buy a tcop just for the rain fly to use on my down range solo so when i'm away from spike camp my shelter is easier to conceal on extended hunts away from camp.
I could talk about versatility for hours on these tents.
These tents do everything and then some great video nice. and hats off to you my fellow serviceman.
Thanks for taking a moment to watch and comment, Mike. Thank you for your service!
I have this tent which purchased used and will now check the rainfly for seal separations. Thank you for heads up.
Hopefully, yours will be good to go. If it's not I feel the seams are fairly easy to bring back up to speed. Thanks for taking a moment to watch and leave us a comment, Jordi!
Having watched your videos of the TCOP tent I've just purchased one & awaiting it's delivery,I think for here in the UK it will be worth every penny & I'm already looking forward to getting out over the Xmas period & putting it to the test..thanks for such thorough & honest reviews on the tent & highlighting things to look out for like the seams etc..thanks again & Merry Xmas guy's 🎅
Andy we hope you enjoy yours as much as we do ours. Merry Christmas to you!
Great review guys, extensive and detailed...thanks. These TCOPs look great...
Thanks for watching and leaving us a comment, Simon!
Semper Fi brother! Outstanding review!
Semper Fi, and thanks Strider! We just dropped this video th-cam.com/video/8x-8C6v1q9k/w-d-xo.html
Evening buddy from England. I've seen this on many videos. An said one day. Thanks for sharing an ya time sir. Thanks for sharing mate ATB Andy 🇬🇧 👍 ☕
Hello to you Andy! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hey Andy. I know this is late but I can point you to a seller who has genuine unissued TCOP. I just got one and it’s perfect.
@@lonestar2190 thank you mi friend 👍😁
Thanks for the great review and video, best one I've seen on the TCOP, I got one a few years back, brand new. Haven't had a chance to try it out yet. Never heard a bad review on this tent.
Hey thanks for watching and commenting Jeff. The ONLY tent I'd trade mine for is a brand new one, other than that, this is the one for me!
@@robertsbushcraft I was lucky and got one brand new at a good price. Can't wait to try it out.
Outstanding presentation - very detailed
Hey thanks for the encouragement, ePIG-Group!
These are nice tents! Great review! I have the ORC-ICS (Improved Combat Shelter) in the ACU digital camo. I'm not fond of the camo but the tents is amazing! 100%waterproof, bugproof, bombproof tent!! 4 season shelter too!! Weight is my only other complaint at 5.5lbs but worth it!! Highly recommend them! Hike on
Right on my man! Thanks for stopping by to watch and comment!
That is a sweet setup. From backpack to tent and the UCO candle lantern.
The candle lantern really makes a difference in the temperature: amzn.to/2TMXfTB I might try the larger UCO candlier as it allows you to burn three candles at once amzn.to/2UTFu4V
Hi Rob, A nice relaxed recording with soothing music. I'm looking at getting one of this tents to use in little old Wales in UK.
A very informative presentation and I've subscribed 👍 thanks for sharing atb Taff 🤠
Hey thanks, Taff! These tents are fantastic!
@@robertsbushcraft I'm in negotiations with Colemans Surplus Supplies PA. These tents are as rare as hobby horse shit to acquire in UK.
Practically all US military units in the UK are USAF and certain equipment isn't issued to them.
I'm on the hunt for one now especially as they are 4 season. There are several on eBay located in Germany where there are many US Army units.
Take it easy atb Taff 🤠
Great review of a great tent.Thank you.
Thanks for watching, Edogawa1117!
This is the most indepth vid on the tcop. Bought mine on sale at Colemans military surplus over a year ago for $185. new in the box. Never issued. I love it. They often run sales on this model when they have them in stock. Almost always have a 15% off code available anyway. Great tip on leaving the door open for the fly. When new it is EXTREMELY STIFF. So much so I called the company, was afraid I'd break it. Not to worry. Just work slowly. Wish I'd had your tip then. Will still keep the doors open even now! Thanks a lot. Surprising to see how fast your growing on the screen. Found you just last week or so and subbed. Keep up the great work. NEVER TIRE OF MILSURP STUFF!! Thanks!
Many thanks W ALKERONE! This TCOP was purchased from ebay a while back for $85 and free shipping! We got a deal on that one! You did too with $185 never issued! We would like to pick up an addition fly at some point and we'll probably make another video showing different ways that we camo this tent to blend in with the surroundings, maybe even show how we add the tarps as a porch. Keeping the doors open makes it easier for me or Dad to get the fly pole seated in the grommets. I appreciate the watch and comment and the sub!
@@robertsbushcraft Love to see what you do with the additional fly...and tarp mod.Your so lucky to have your dad get you involved in this stuff. You will cherish it your whole life. More important as you get older. Thanks again
I like the way you can use the rainfly separately from the tent with the ground sheet. Neat idea!
It was a neat idea in 1995.
That was by design. They but some thought into this tent.
Thank you!
I was lucky enough to pick up a tcop here in the UK, brand new unissued and I'm highly impressed with it. The twin vestibules make it more practical than the improved combat shelter. Great minds think alike with the uco lantern! 👍
Right on! The twin vestibules just makes sense, yes? I am looking into building an ammo can wood stove for this tent but may pick up an old used rain fly from Ebay first. I don't want to melt my good one! Until then UCO all the way! Thanks for watching and commenting Nick!
Evening buddy they are great tents. I've had to mke do with miltec recon one. Which is a great tent. But i would love too get my hands on one. Lol maybe one day. ATB Andy 🇬🇧
Just ordered a brand new one from sportsman’s guide I use the USMC ILBE backpack system for camping and hunting also hiking it’s an absolute tank love it , I will take the extra weight for the ruggedness and reliability. Best review of this tent out there thanks!
Be sure to inspect the seam tape on the fly and in the four corners of the tent body. Once I worked my issues out in those areas I've been thrilled with this tent. Good luck and thanks for watching and commenting!
You both did a great job on this. I am an adventure biker, living in Thailand. The ISC 2000 would be my choice for SE Asia. Hot, hot, hot! Need the vent. However, we are going to visit the Western Himalayan's next June. Bangkok to Leh, India and back. The size and cover of each is super! Well done!
Now that sounds like a life of adventure! I have to agree with your logic between the two tents. You should start a channel and video your travels, as for now, color me jealous! Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave us a comment!
I've got the diamond 2 man tent it's a
Big beast.
It inspired me to purchase 2 tcop tents (new) expensive but a true investment.
Recommend ground sheet because the tent is too good to neglect.
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You're singing my song! Both tents are bombproof! I love my TCOP as much as my Diamond Brand 2 Man! Thanks for watching and leaving a great comment!
I have to agree with your opinion of this tent. I love it. Found a white paper on this tent about a reserve unit that while deployed the unit was struck by severe thunderstorm (tornado warning). The only things left standing were their TCOP's and all their gear inside stayed protected and dry.
I was lucky and acquired a new unissued tent from a surplus sale and was so impressed that I bought a second one.
Also good idea about unzipping the doors on the fly. It is real difficult to get the second tip of the pole into the grommet with them zipped.
I believe they are well worth every penny spent on them. I plan to pick more in the future! Thanks for watching and commenting Dr45120sharp Rothstein
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Thanks to both of you. Told me everything I needed to know about the tent. Looks like I'm going to be buying another tent.....my wife is going to kill me haha.
If you are going to get killed over a tent, this one to die for! Thanks for watching and commenting, dan. Good luck with your wife! Who knows, maybe she'll dig the fact that you can reverse the rain fly!
Thanks for the great video guys!
Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave us a comment, Mikel!
Thnx from the netherlands.
You're welcome, Marc!
Great review - many thanks from England
Thanks for watching all the way from England, Simon!
Curry, very good and informative video! Better than the manufacture could do! You know if you put a Navy Anchor on the doors instead of a MC one, it helps keep the bugs away more! lol Cheers and keep the videos coming! You and your son are a great team!
Funny thing about this tent is that the SEABEES rave over them! My grandfather was Navy, my dad and uncles were Navy, and I joined the USMC. Grandfather told me that if were going to be stupid I'd better be tough! He had a way with words! Thanks for the kind words, Shannon!
Thanks for this great review. I'm looking for something heavy duty and considering this, the litefighter and the ICS. Tempted by the Litefighter just as it seems to be the only one with headroom. Really enjoy seeing you out with your son. My boys (twins) are 8 and they're already coming up into the mountains with me. Greetings from Switzerland 🙌🏻
The Litefighter has more headroom than the TCOP or ICS. Thank you for the encouragement and happy trails to you and your sons!
Just got one today. Great video guys subscribing for sure
I love this tent still even to this very day!
@@robertsbushcraft do you know if eureka still sells a foot print for it? Been hunting for ground sheet for ics 2000 since watching your video on that! Fantastic content
It might be worth a phone call, but, you'll probably have better results making one on your own. Once in a blue moon I'll see one pop up on Ebay, but they go fast.
Great vids guys! Ive had good luck with 100% silicone caulking diluted with mineral spirits. Just mix fairly thin. Small soft brush in hand. And thinly apply a coat or two to the outside, and let dry. It really inbeds into the stitching. Thank you !
I tried a mixture like that on Gabriel's ICS2000 and it ended up peeling off. My guess is that either I didn't have a proper mix or the solution just was not able to stick to the polyurethane coating. Once it failed I purchased hot melt seam tape and applied it after removing the mix. Thanks for taking time to watch and leave a comment! - Curry
@@robertsbushcraft I seal mine from the outside, directly on the stitching. But Ive never used it on a military tent. Maybe different fabric.!!
@@robertsbushcraftAnd very diluted..
Fantastic! So you can get two people in there!
Keep head to foot and and you can do it!
Very well done review.
Thank you very much! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed it!
Great reviews!
Hey thanks, Gary! This is a great tent!
My first video on your channel. 12/10/19
Very interesting video. Best regards from Los Angeles California USA 🇺🇸
I've had trouble getting my tent pole into the rain fly. Thanks for the unzip tip. :-)
You're welcome Ralph! It gives ever so slightly but it does help! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Good review, thanks. I have the same UCO lantern but with the added shade. Try it, it really throws lots of light downwards and makes big difference. In the UK it cost me the equivalent of US$12.00 so probably cheaper in the USA.
Mine came with a shade too but I didn't take it out for the video. I've cut a soda can down so that it slides around the lantern so that it blocks almost all of the light so I am able to sleep better. Thanks for watching and commenting Mootpoint Jones!
Mr. Roberts if you're out there, the Eureka Solitaire tent footprint does indeed fit right under the tent. The tent overhangs the footprint by 5" so rain won't infiltrate from off the rain fly, all areas of traffic in the tent being covered by the footprint beneath. So there's my report back. P.S. The corners have a cord with and adjuster to snug it up under the tent. Again, thanks for the fine video on this fine tent.
Fantastic information thank you Mr. Watten!
Verry Nice review sir! Am looking for a good tent right now and im convinced i want this one aswell. Also gonna try to get me one of those beewax Candlelight things. Nice to see u having a good time with your son 👍🏅 quality time with a dad was not my Fortune cos hé died when i was five. But i can tell u sir my mom was one hell of a dad when it came to camping and surviving bad weather 🤘☮️ and im having a great time continuing that way of life. Stay safe and healthy! 🤘👍☮️ M.
It truly is one of the best tents we own, Big F007. The UCO candle lantern works incredibly well inside. I'm sorry to hear about your father, but, great on your mother and you stay safe and healthy as well!
awsome vid i just noticed i did not have post notifactions on rip
No worries, ring that bell!
you do not need the moving blanket of the floor if you have the woobie... if my memory is correct! you showed the correct way of sleeping in any multi person tent, foot to head reduces the chance of re-breathing CO2.
My moving blanket is not required but it really helps this old man out! I do use the woobie on the floor from time to time, temperature dependent. Sometimes it's on the floor like a rug and other times it's in the sleeping bag with me. Add in that moving blanket and you've got an even better combination. Either way it's a win! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great Video
Thanks Justin!
In cold weather/winter we would stuff woobie(s) between the rainfly and upper mesh of the ICS. Works great.
Never thought of that, I'll have to give that a try. Thanks for watching and commenting John!
Was I the only one expecting crayons when he opened to backpack
We ate those on the way! Red are the best. Thanks for watching and commenting, drake anders!
drake andres haha I know That’s a marine joke, where did that start?
@@AZTigerMMA who knows. USMC jokes have been around for ages. MARINE (Muscles Are Required Intelligence Not Essential)
I was NEVER in the military(I tried when I was younger, but was too eager, so got rejected), but I LOVE military gear! Seems to fit my personality.. Many years ago I saw pictures of this tent, fully assembled.. And I FELL IN INSTANT LOVE with the look, the style, and the durability... Ive always been single, so have no need for 2 person tents, so the one person is PERFECT for me!! I finally got this last year, kinda heavy but worth it! I USED to have the "litefighter" tent, but I dont like the digital camo, and seems far less durable then the TCOP!!
by the way, I was HOMELESS for 35 years, wish I would have known of these tents back in the late 80s! Would have saved myself a lot of suffering sleeping in the elements
This tent is easy to fall in love with, James! I don't have any experience with the Litefighter (I want one) but I do prefer overall to have a four season tent (TCOP) over any three season tent that I know of. We do the majority of our camping in the fall and winter so the TCOP is just what the doctor ordered. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@johnnyd7381 I'm glad to hear that you have one of these tents. That's just awesome!
@@robertsbushcraft I came up with my own unique way of setting up the tent fly... Its always been a hassle for me using "sleeves" for poles, I prefer hooks.. Makes a big difference, especially when its raining, and youre getting wet while assembling the tent... Unfortunately, thats my one complaint with this, the main body of the tent uses hooks for the poles, but the rain fly(arguably the second most important PART of a camping tent) uses a SLEEVE for the rain fly... So ive come up with my own unique method... I basically ended up KEEPING the pole INSIDE the sleeve, and what I do is disassemble the pole while its still inside, then I roll it up when I roll up the main body.. So when I assemble the pole, its already INSIDE the sleeves, and I just line up the joints... Takes me about 2-4 mins compared to a full 10 mins struggling to slide the pole inside, and worse after it gets wet!! Everyone might not be comfortable with this method, but ive made it my own!!
@@johnnyd7381 sounds like a good video, you should make one demonstrating that technique
Exelent video. Thanx Guys.
Thanks for watching and commenting Jaco!
A very good video, thanks :)
Glad you liked it, electrofaust2!
A thing of beauty indeed.hurahh
The Eureka Solitaire factory footprint fits right under this tent utilizing the corner loops into the tent corner pegs if you didn't want to make one. Once again thanks for the fine detailed review of this great tent.
I had no idea about the Solitaire footprint! I'll have to pick one of those up! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@robertsbushcraft I made a mistake! Not sure if the Solitaire footprint fits the TCOP. The fitted footprint from Eureka I have is a 2 person that fits under the TC2P. I got mixed up. Please forgive me. I hope no one went out and bought one for their OP. I ordered one for my Solitaire and will report if it fits under my one person tent. Again thanks for the video on the USMC TCOP. Ralph-
I took a look and saw that Eureka lists the specs on the ground sheet as 86"x32" and in my opinion that would work as a ground sheet under the 96"x42" tent body. It may not be as perfect as the ground sheet that comes with the ICS2000 but I think this would do in a pinch.
Great looking tent and an excellent video...I subbed your channel and liked your video, my Friend!
Greetings Furst Waffen! Thank you for the watch, comment and sub! If you get a chance to pick up one of these tents you should! You won't regret it!
Trying to locate one now, lots of used ones and very, very few new ones...ATB Von
Good luck!
THE best review of this tent that I have seen. Well done chaps! Great work. I have just ordered mine and managed to find one here in the UK. A couple of questions if I may ..? I have searched high and low for the ICS ground sheet as a separate item as I do not wish to purchase the entire ICS 2000 system, so do you guys have any idea where I may find the groundsheet for sale alone? And secondly ... the ICS groundsheet, will it fit underneath the TCOP as a tent footprint to help protect the bathtub of the TCOP?
Cheers chaps.
Matt.
Good luck finding the ICS groundsheet, they are hard to find. Ebay will have one show up once in a blue moon and that will probably be the best place to get one unless you make one. The ICS groundsheet fits perfectly under the TCOP, they are the exact same length and width.
Very nice tent, sirs! Thanks for the video! ;-)
Thanks for the view and comment! We absolutely love these tents!
You bet! Thanks for subscribing to my channel too! @@robertsbushcraft
@@centraltexassurvivorpreppe7750 you're welcome!
I bought a USMC 2 Man Tent and the seller threw in a free TCOP! Got both tents for $125.
WHOA!!!!! Killer deal, right there!
I have the ICS digital camo tent, have yet to get a chance to use it but I have seen vids of the inside of the blackout material majorly collecting condensation, I plan to try the candle lantern you presented in your video to try and combat that issue. I like the fact that my tent has the blackout feature for sleeping later and for privacy. If you haven't seen one check out the Burghaus Crusader 90+20 liter pack
Condensation is far less a problem in the ICS due to the open front (not a full dome-like rain fly like TCOP) and the netting at the top of the tent body. Add in a UCO and you'll be good to go! Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave us a comment, Billy!
Used a regular iron on the lowest setting with an old tshirt in between to re-seal the old seam tape. Seemed to work great but I’ll have to wait and use it to see how it holds up. I got mine NOS.
Excellent and I hope that it works!
I love this tent. :)
LG Bernd
I'm with you on that!
Nice review. Lots of good info and equipment. What backpack are you using and what do you have the wobble in? Thanks
Thanks, Reginald! The bags that I put the woobie in are the Seal Line MACS sacks: amzn.to/32OHB0o and the pack that I am using is the USMC FILBE Main: amzn.to/36H7kZS
Great video, love the hooch set up, awesome , iam 6’2 265 can I fit in the new USMC 3 season ? I have the old MSS That you have and it is tight so when I move the bag moves with me
Good question! These new 3 season bags feel like they are smaller than the MSS OD green patrol bag (they in fact might be made smaller to cut weight). Your size would definitely need the larger of the two versions of the coyote brown 3S bag. If you have a surplus store near you I'd try it on, or if you happen to find one locally at a "just can't pass this up" kind of deal I'd get it and give it a shot. You could always sell it on Ebay if it doesn't fit. But again, get the bag with the GREEN lining inside, that is the LARGE bag with NSN 8465-01-574-4004
cool friend !
Thank you! Cheers, Peer!
Looks like a Marine never had it so good. Far from the cry of a poncho, liner, & air mattress.
3 lucky years in 1/504 & was never bit by a tick. Gabriel stirred some memory chips up to when I was his exact size & weight. Miss those times & days; especially their clarity's.
-Former 11b4p William ''Rock' Gilpin '71---'74
''For there are none closer to - the author of Pain & Sacrifice Himself...
Than those who choose to - perform it for Sake & Safety of others.'' -gilpin 31920
Blessings be continued upon Y'all's every endeavor. ...tTt...
Never had it so good, indeed! I heard the 504th were nothing short of legends! Thank you for taking the time to watch, comment and for your service, Rock!
Awesome vid! Too long though... if you could provide provide notes/minutes to the pertinent points of the vid would make this great.
Thank you for your service sir.
Thank you, Sottish Prepper88!
Dude! 5 bucks! Holy hell! That was dirt cheap! I'll give you 20 bucks for it!
That was a deal, wasn't it? Thanks for watching and commenting, Danny!
Hey great video 👏How has this tent held up for you since you made this?
Like a champ! I am beginning to see the old seam tape in the corners of the tent body begin to separate again. Other than that, good to go! This is a tank of a ⛺ tent.
The tent looks very sturdy. However, with the rainfly on, and the doors zipped closed, without vents there would be little, if any, airflow to refresh the interior air. Would likely be uncomfortably warm and stuffy. Also, the interior would be very dark, even during daylight-- wouldn't know it's morning as the sun came up.
It is designed to keep light from escaping during the night and preventing light from entering in during the day. It's military issue and sometimes a sleep shift falls during the day. The fly doesn't go all the way to the ground and there is a decent amount of ventilation in my opinion.
First Rate chaps well done.
Many thanks for watching and commenting sir!
Semper Fi sir
Semper Fi!
Big improvement over the "shelter halves" we had.😊 This looks like a cool little tent. Just curious, since you're displaying our Emblem. Were you in the Corps?
It's close to being my absolute favorite, my Diamond Brand USMC 2 Man Combat tent holds the #1 spot. Our emblem, indeed! I served in the USMC in what seems like a lifetime ago back in the early 90's. Semper Fi, Leatherneck!
@@robertsbushcraft Welcome home Marine. I hear you about what seem's like a lifetime ago. I hit the yellow foot prints on P.I. in 1969. Semper Fi! Roger
I had these visions of heating a tent with a UCO lantern. Sounded too good to be true, so I did a little research.
The UCO lantern claims 1900 BTU. But if you Google heat output of a candle, they say 200 to 400 BTU/hour.
Aha! UCO then is saying 220 btu/hour = 1900 btu over the 9 hours the candle burns. I am not saying the
candle can't be useful, but this rating by UCO, while technically correct, is deceptive.
For instance, a typical propane cook stove burner is about 8,000 to 11,000 btu/hour. Each of those
little flames is same as a candle. Do the math.
Actually, per pound of wax, a candle is competitive with propane/diesel etc.
I am determined to be at 70F in a TCOP or a 2-man Combat tent, when its -20F outside. The quest goes on.
When you figure that out with candles let me in on the formula! Thanks for watching and commenting, Ramon!
How long are the tent poles great video by the way
Thank you my friend! I have them measured at 132.5". robertsbushcraft.com/eureka-tcop-one-man-combat-tent.html
Thank you for the review. I have a Snugpak Ionosphere for summer camping, but it is almost entirely mesh and the tub isn't deep enough to keep sand from filling it when beach camping. I'm wondering just how miserable it would be in a Eureka TCOP would be on a 90 degree day on the beach?
Just about any tent is going to be miserable in that kind of heat. That said, it depends on how you set the tent up in regards to the ocean breeze. The wind is your friend! The sun will heat that tent up under the rain fly and get hot fast, but, the wind will blow through and help with that as long as you have the rain fly doors open and the system set to help funnel the wind through.
I'm from Wayne county NC.
Halifax County, just a short drive up I-95!
Does the UCO need the chain? I lost the chain on mine. Would hanging it without the chain bring it too close to the tent and melt it? Have you had any issues with the candle getting the tent hot or melting?
I purchased a Eureka TCOP from a surplus store. Where can I get replacement poles? Where can I get the replacement stakes at (stakes without the heads)? Do you know where I can get a bag for the tent posts? Did you build the lanyards for wind config yourself? Hoorah! Very good video. Also, I don't have an original tent bag. I got a USMC 2 man ten bag with this tent. Where can you get an original TCOP tent bag? How do you fold the TCOP to stow away? The UCO candle lantern was great. Do you worry about carbon dioxide poisoning within the tent while the lantern is lit? Where did you get your UCO lantern?
Ebay is going to be your best friend with this! Here are some of the items:
TCOP Main bag and repair items: ebay.to/2MmywD0
TCOP Stakes and bag: ebay.to/33gVx15
TCOP replacement poles: ebay.to/35j4w3m
TCOP repair kit bag: ebay.to/2OB5SR4
UCO Candle Lantern: amzn.to/2N5xkUg
I used paracord for the guy-out lines that are 25' lengths. I do not worry about the buildup of carbon monoxide fumes while using the UCO candle lantern because there is adequate ventilation. The rainfly does not come in touch with the ground so there is a gap all the way around the tent at the bottom that allows fresh air in.
Thanks for the questions and good luck with your tent, Mike!
Thank you for your review and all your ideas.
Do you know where this tent can be bought?
We are giving one away once we hit 5K subs and we're almost there! That said, ebay is going to probably be your best bet if you need one in a hurry: ebay.us/lriWkP
Hello. You still looking for a TCOP? Also where are you based? I know a seller who has some unissued ones.
@@lonestar2190 I already bought one. Thank y ou for writing to me.
This is the only in-depth review that shows how to set up the tent step by step in detail. Thanks for that. The first time I put it up I quit halfway through. But I have a question: Can I use the rainfly without the 3rd pole? I just want to use 2 poles for the tent body only. I have no need for vestibules. I like the fabric of the rainfly to be directly touching the tent body. I bought my TCOP on eBay for $140, the seller had 17 and claimed they had only been used once in a training session, then put away and never used again. It was in like new condition. Only the stakes were missing.
You're welcome Stephen, thank you for watching! Yes, you can use the rain fly without the 3rd pole as long as you are under no snow load, I'd suggest 3 seasons only (unless you live somewhere where snow is a non-issue) because that third pole does add strength to the system. The rain fly will drape over the tent and its material will come in contact with the tent body just as you mentioned, in my configurations I have discovered that in doing so the moisture/condensation buildup increases significantly due to reduced air flow. This can be offset some with something like the UCO candle lantern. I sometimes will leave the rain fly at home and just use my Aquaquest Defender tarp as drapery over the tent body using my walking stick to create an awning in the front and tie out the back side and corners. Works great!
@@robertsbushcraft I live near the beach in Oregon, in a small town I won't name. Lots of woods, most is state owned forestland, you can camp there with a permit. Snow isn't a big issue here but rain is, being near the Pacific is why. I assume I can just use the velcro straps to secure the fly to the tent if I'm not going to use the 3rd pole. Thanks for replying!
@@AnonVendetta that is correct about the velcro and I'd guy it out at least at the corners. Post a video of your setup one day if it suits you, good luck to you on this! EDIT: If rain is a big issue I'd suggest carrying that 3rd pole in case you have to have it .
@@robertsbushcraft I have a few questions about some of the other items shown in this video. I am considering the USMC FILBE main pack. But I noticed it doesn't come with straps.....a backpack isn't very useful without straps, obviously. It looks like they are usually sold separately. On Ebay I can find a new FILBE main pack for around $150, and slightly used straps for $25 to $30. Sounds like a good deal. I will not go with used gear when it comes to the main pack, I've had too much bad luck with used products in the past.
Can the straps and waist buckle be attached to the pack without the frame? A frame adds even more weight which I prefer not to have to lug around all the time. I've also noticed there is a combat pack which can be attached to the main pack, but I don't think I'll need it. I'm just looking for a replacement for my aging but totally usable 5.11 Rush 72, main issue with that is it just doesnt have enough room for everything I need to carry. Some small rips here and there, no problem to sew them up but they arent bad.
Can the USMC logo be easily removed from the pack without damaging the bag? I don't think it is okay for a civilian to be wearing official military gear, if they have never been in the service. I did not serve (applied but denied early in the process), I just think that military gear is usually of much higher quality than commercial equivalents.
I also prefer to strap the tent to the bottom of the pack instead of placing it in the pack, does the main pack have something on the bottom that will permit a tent to be easily attached there?
I like your sleeping bag, especially the waterproof carry sack. I've have a commercial Marmot bag which rolls up to slightly bigger than a football if compressed tightly enough. Is your sleeping bag's stuff sack available separately? It looks like it is listed in the video description USMC MAC sack waterproof bag. Is that the right item?
Can you post a link to a groundsheet that is sold separately? My TCOP came with a repair kit and no stakes, and no ground sheet. It was listed by the Ebay seller with a description along the lines of "used once for a training session, then put away away and never used again". I havent had any leaking issues with the tape, it was practically new from what I could tell.
Thanks!
@@AnonVendetta I agree with you on buying new FILBE gear 100%. We got lucky with our FILBE packs buying them locally in used but like new condition. I purchased mine for $100 and later Gabriel bought his for $80. If you use Facebook try the Facebook marketplace, that's where we found ours.
I do not see an easy way to attach the straps and waist belt to the FILBE main pack without the frame. I'm sure that with some paracord and little imagination you could rig something up, but, the frame is lightweight and in my opinion a necessary component in this system. Not only does it support the pack but it keeps the pack off of your back and that alone allows a great amount of airflow between you and the pack to dry away sweat. There is also enough room there between the pack and my back for me to store an additional firearm, hatchet, and so on. If you are after this pack I do suggest getting the frame. Try it with and without. If you're happy without the frame you could always list it on eBay.
The 3 Day Assault Pack is a favorite of mine. Is it the most comfortable pack ever? No, it's not, but, it is comfortable enough for me to haul around mile after mile on our treks. As with any gear you'll need to hit the trail to see what you need to adjust, find out the quirks, and work out the kinks. For instance, I have trouble from time to time with the 3-day pack pinching the skin on my lower back between the bottom of the plastic back stiffener (inside of the pack) and my leather belt. There's just a little gap there large enough to pinch ever so often. The easy workaround is to make sure my garments aren't sliding down, I just pull them back up. This system was designed to be worn at times over body armor and I had to keep that in mind when trying these out. Rarely have I carried both the main pack and assault pack on the same trip. Typically I use the 3-day pack during late spring, summer and early fall seasons as my load and need for heavier sleeping gear are lighter. The colder months I bring the main pack alone.
The USMC logo that I believe you are referring to is secured to the pack by hook and loop tape (Velcro) that I added. Typically that strip of tape is used for name tape. I think it's ok to wear and use the gear and BDUs as long as you do not misrepresent yourself. The dress uniforms are another story altogether! Wearing those makes a statement that you are serving or have retired from the military. Stolen valor is a big deal. I agree with you on the quality of the gear as most of it is designed with heavy-duty military service in mind, I tend to stay away from civilian packs and such for that reason.
The bottom of the pack does have two compression straps that will allow you to attach a tent. In the video, I have my sleeping mat attached with those very straps. If you look around the 1:03 mark in the video you can see that I have mat attached above a row of MOLLE webbing. If you pull the strap out of that MOLLE you can attach a mat, tent, etc., and more on the outside and bottom of the pack. Depending on where we are going I sometimes fold my TCOP in separate pieces and stuff them down inside of the sleeping compartment with my sleeping bag. Briars and such snags can wreak havoc on tents and mats outside of the bag's protection.
There are two types of compression bags in the video. One is the MAC (ebay.to/2X7xoLK) and that is the green one that is a general purpose waterproof bag that fits neatly into the sustainment (and hydration) pouches that I have attached on the outside of my main pack. The other compression sack is the brown SealLine Waterproof 3 Season Sleep System Compression Sack (ebay.to/2KDCgkW). That one is designed for the USMC 3 Season bag and bivy. Prices are all over the place on that one.
The groundsheet that I am using in the video is a piece that came with Gabriel's ICS 2000 tent and is not an original piece of kit for the TCOP. Best bet on that is to try and make one or keep an eye peeled on eBay for one. They shouldn't be hard to make at all. In fact, I may use a material that is 1.9oz ripstop with DWR coating much like this one: ebay.to/2IJdYUo to create one for my TCOP.
When that Uco candle is lit, how much light spills out from the tent?
What kint of beeswax candle do you use and how ling do they last as in how many would you burn through per night?
The light coming from the candle is hidden from a distance to outside eyes due to the blackout nature of the rain fly and bath tub floor. That said, when you stand next to the tent at night you can see a small trace of light. What we've done is cut down a drink can to make a cover that fits around the glass chimney of the lantern. This blocks all light except at the top of the lantern.
your lantern will get rid of the moister in the air to ,less condensation inside ? could even keep some snow from sticking maybe ? A!
For the Eureka TCOP, I want to shorten one pole for use in the rain fly. A slightly shorter pole would make inserting it into the rain fly much easier. Do you think removing 2 centimeters would be okay?
Personally, I'd leave the pole at its manufactured length. The real trick to getting the pole set in the rain fly is to increase the arch of the pole. I like to put one pole tip in the ground and push the other end to form an arch, imagine this process to look similar to pole vaulting. As the arch forms, you can slide the rain fly down the pole. The more you increase the arch the easier it is to set the pole tip into the grommet.
Hello from Finland
What is the exact type of your soldier backpack? I want a similar backpack. I have already a similar Eureka tent.
You was make very good video, thanks!
The backpack in the video is the USMC FILBE main ruck, Mika.