Hey Chris! If you could pin this V2 update that would be great: I want to clarify a few things about the V2 that I've discussed with Chris. RAINFLY - Adding a flap to the rainfly would make the rainfly less effective. Instead we are developing a zip in window insert (like the plastic window covers) that has a side mount stove jack. This will allow V1 users to also buy this accessory so that they can use the Rainfly and stove at the same time. It would require that you use two 90 degree elbows for your chimney, but we think this will give you maximum protection. ROLLER BAG - We may or may not include a roller bag for V2. The roller bag was meaningfully more expensive when we priced it out. If we do included a roller bag for V2, we will have to increase the price of the tent. We can also just offer it as an upgraded accessory and so V1 users could also purchase a roller bag for their tent. WATER PROOFING - When it comes to the water proofing issue that Chris experienced, this would be covered under our warranty. Any customer who experienced this issue would have their tent fixed or replaced. As you can see from the video, all the other panels were fine. Even with out the rain fly you should be able to use the tent without a rainfly in moderate rain. V2 PRICE INCREASE - We encourage you to consider buying the V1 as the winter sale ends at the end of Feb and the price will go up $400 dollars for the V1. The V2 will also probably need to be $100 more than the V1. Lastly, the V1 customers will be able to buy the accessories to upgrade their V1s to V2 status. This was a great idea that we developed with Chris, which shows how tuned he is with the needs of our customers. Last but not least, we are offering SPACKMANN12 coupon code for 12% off! This is literally the lowest price we've ever offered if you combine the winter sale with Chris' coupon code. If you are planning on buying this tent, please use this coupon code so that we can see Chris' subscribers. That way we can continue to send him more products for review.
One more clarification! The stove jack that comes on the roof of the tent is a usable stove jack and made from the same material as the stove jack on the RBM tent. The reason ours does not have a precut hole is so that users can cut a hole to the right size for their chimney pipe diameter. That being said, we still believe its a good idea to use the silicone jack insert to keep hot air in and moisture out, but that is simply user preference.
I know there isnt a high price for the stove jack,but buying it seperste after the big price on this tent I feel is a negative forme with the tent. It looks amazing for space and i do like that its cotton to help air flow. Your suggestion of adding a rain flap for the stove pipe is a great concept for them to incorporate into version 2. No lack of windows for a beautiful view of a snow storm while enjoying the earm fire from inside.
We want to clarify that the existing stove jack can be used without the silicone accessory. Our tent has the same stove jack as the RBM, but we still recommend the silicone jack to keep hot air in and moisture out. We have worked with Chris to verify that our stove jack material is the same as RBM, but is simply not cut. We chose not to precut a hole so customers can cut the right size hole for their pipe.
@oliezi_outdoors I agree allowing the customer to customize their tent for their stove pipe is fantastic. Thank you for listening and sharing the reasons behind this decision. I appreciate your time.
WOW that looks bigger than my 12 man cabin tent. I love the look of it. It reminds me a little of a quansit hut. Thank you for sharing. God bless and stay safe.
I wish they made a 4 man mini version of this, maybe with your influence you can get them thinking about it. I love that its American made and a family business and that they respond fast so you did them right with this video! After watching a lot of videos you are on point with the plastic windows all that time in the tent you want to see and enjoy the beauty and not feel stuck in a tent. Keep the videos up man I love watching you grow!
Check their website. I believe they do lol. It is not American made. The company is from America. Sorry if I lead you to believe that. The factory that makes the tent is in Korea. Glad you enjoyed it bro. Thanks for watching
I have a canvas Atuk Alaskan. One center pole tipi style hot tent. Snow on the roof is the enemy. If the pole doen't break, the canvas rips. The blow up tent being more forgiving is like a Swiss flag. A huge plus! Thanks for the video.
I agree totally. I loved that it was fine after the collapse. I should have cleaned it off before the rain came but I was unaware of it coming. Thanks for watching
Really looking forward to v2! These inflatable tents have come a long way and are finally starting to become more appealing to those who value quality and ease of setup.
Thank you for your kind words. I want to clarify a few things about the V2 that I've discussed with Chris. RAINFLY - Adding a flap to the rainfly would make the rainfly less effective. Instead we are developing a zip in window insert (like the plastic window covers) that has a side mount stove jack. This will allow V1 users to also buy this accessory so that they can use the Rainfly and stove at the same time. It would require that you use two 90 degree elbows for your chimney, but we think this will give you maximum protection. ROLLER BAG - We may or may not include a roller bag for V2. The roller bag was meaningfully more expensive when we priced it out. If we do included a roller bag for V2, we will have to increase the price of the tent. We can also just offer it as an upgraded accessory and so V1 users could also purchase a roller bag for their tent. WATER PROOFING -When it comes to the water proofing issue that Chris experienced, this would be covered under our warranty. Any customer who experienced this issue would have their tent fixed or replaced. As you can see from the video, all the other panels were fine. Even with out the rain fly you should be able to use the tent without a rainfly in moderate rain. V2 PRICE INCREASE - We encourage you to consider buying the V1 as the winter sale ends at the end of Feb and the price will go up $400 dollars for the V1. The V2 will also probably need to be $100 more than the V1. Lastly, the V1 customers will be able to buy the accessories to upgrade their V1s to V2 status. This was a great idea that we developed with Chris, which shows how tuned he is with the needs of our customers. Thank you again for your interest!
Great review. Glad you really analysed that "misting" problem and narrowed it down to an issue with a single panel section. Any chance that you could do a stove test on this tent with the fly off and then with the fly covering the roof and all the sides that it will cover? That would make it, essentially, a double-walled tent, which I think is supposed to retain heat better because of the dead air trapped between the two layers. I noticed that you didn't have the jack installed or a stove in place. Is that because you need to return the tent? If so, you could do the test with an electric space heater or two. That might even be better than a fire, since the heat output would be more consistent. I think it would be interesting to compare on such a large tent. Speaking of the wood stove, that collapse of the roof could have been a really big deal if you had a fire going at the time. A hole burned into the tube (does it come with a repair kit) might make it very difficult to re-erect, since it isn't metal poles that could be splinted or replaced in a pinch.On the other hand, being heated might have reduced or outright prevented the buildup in the first place. What do you think? Also, is the material flame retardant, if you know? Lot of questions, I know, but I have one of those "inquiring minds" that you sometimes hear about, along with a number of weird committee meetings goin' on in there at the same time. LOL
I don’t have to return it. It’s mine now! lol. I’ll be using it more for sure. Im not sure if I’ll get to doing a test like that comparing it with and without the fly this year but if I can I’ll post it. But logically your thought makes sense to me. As far as the build up. I think you are right. With heat in it, it wouldn’t build up as much. I really should have cleaned it off before the rain but it came unexpectedly overnight and I had no idea. Thanks for watching
That tent is very well thought out......Im hoping they added or add a zip out below the wood stove area.... for the price you get a big bang for the buck and it would make an awesome base hunting camp or long term seasonal camp !!!
I like the idea of a zip out panel in the floor but that’s only good for one season. For the rest it maybe best to stay solid. What do you think? Thanks for watching
I have one now with a zip out panel for the stove.... during the other seasons and even in intense rain I havnt had any problems.... @@AdventureswithSpackmann
Another cool tent bro. I live in Syracuse, NY so i know all about the heavy snow and ice. Got a 3 season i converted into a hot tent. Always cleaning snow off it. Lol.
@@AdventureswithSpackmann can be tough to keep up on, especially with freak storms we didn't expect. And you're welcome. Keep these vids/adventures coming. Good info and ideas to improve outdoor activities.
Chirs , A disadvantage of this tent, is that you can not open the roof windows; sunny days, spring and summer, I think it will be very hot. I have not been able to test it but my experience with other tents. It is a pity that you have not been able to do the test for RBM.
“That’s what she said”. Always a good day when I can be your inspiration. Curious when you will be getting the rest of the Storm Trooper uniform now that you’ve got the gloves. Great family tent as you could tuck the little ones in the back room and sit in the front room.
Hi Chirs, Happy New year and my best wish for you and your Channel. I will check Oliezi and I will check some brand from Chine from same factory.. Maybe I can find a good price and quality too.
Looks good bro. Did a lot better than the last one. For the size and the fact it is actually waterproof I'd say it's worth the money, but way too much for me to justify just for me to use, definitely a family or group tent
Yeah it did well for sure. Price for this big of tent isn’t bad and it’s canvas so that adds to cost and shipping such a large heavy package isn’t cheap. Definitely meant for a family to use. Thanks for watching bro
My canvas 3-meter pole-center bell tent weighs 70 with the tub floor, so 100 pounds for something that large really isn't bad at all. And I don't even have plastic windows. Longevity is probably the biggest question at that price point. How long (in years) will it reasonably hold air?
Hello! The air poles are made in the same way inflatable kayaks and paddle boards are made. Very durable. We are also offering patching kits and replacement air frames so that the tent can be repaired in case of an accident.
@@oliezi_outdoors Nice. I’ve got an inflatable paddle board, and it’s still airtight after years of kids abusing it every summer. If it can last through all that, I’m sure a tent that isn’t made to jump on can last too. Btw, the tent looks fantastic.
Almost pulled the trigger on this tent. Until I seen your review. I'll be waiting for version 2 for sure. Really like everything else about the tent. Thank you..
Hi Josh! Thank you for your kind words. I want to clarify a few things about the V2 that I've discussed with Chris. RAINFLY - Adding a flap to the rainfly would make the rainfly less effective. Instead we are developing a zip in window insert (like the plastic window covers) that has a side mount stove jack. This will allow V1 users to also buy this accessory so that they can use the Rainfly and stove at the same time. It would require that you use two 90 degree elbows for your chimney, but we think this will give you maximum protection. ROLLER BAG - We may or may not include a roller bag for V2. The roller bag was meaningfully more expensive when we priced it out. If we do included a roller bag for V2, we will have to increase the price of the tent. We can also just offer it as an upgraded accessory and so V1 users could also purchase a roller bag for their tent. WATER PROOFING -When it comes to the water proofing issue that Chris experienced, this would be covered under our warranty. Any customer who experienced this issue would have their tent fixed or replaced. As you can see from the video, all the other panels were fine. Even with out the rain fly you should be able to use the tent without a rainfly in moderate rain. V2 PRICE INCREASE - We encourage you to consider buying the V1 as the winter sale ends at the end of Feb and the price will go up $400 dollars for the V1. The V2 will also probably need to be $100 more than the V1. Lastly, the V1 customers will be able to buy the accessories to upgrade their V1s to V2 status. This was a great idea that we developed with Chris, which shows how tuned he is with the needs of our customers. Thank you again for your interest!
Now that's an awesome tent right there bro! It looks very well designed and made for sure. Very cool of Oliezi to send it to ya for review... they sound like a great company 👍 Unfortunately a lot of manufacturers don't seem to take user feedback well, however it sure sounds like they do. Two thumbs up! 👍👍
Right bro! The tent is pretty cool. Same with the company. That statement is so true. Most manufacturers don’t take feedback too well. I had one ask me to take a video down recently lol. No thank you lmao. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmann I definitely hear that man! Ya know it's kinda sketchy when they ask you to take down a vid lol. But you're a man of integrity for sure brother! 👍
Very helpful review thx! I was looking at this tent specs on Oliezi. It appears the same tent is named Koala 5 at RBM (Russian Bear Market) with same price $1799. RBM offers a larger Koala 7 that is $1999. I needed the larger version so had to go with RBM, but thanks again for the review. Watched it several times; very helpful 👍🏼
OK. This is a sweet video. If I had the money, I would definitely buy it. We have 10 people in our family and they set up would be so much easier than what we currently use. But that is a hefty price. If you were to set it all up ahead of time, and then spray all the seams with waterproofing spray, would that help with the leaks do you think?
Yes, regular water proofing and resealing of the seams is recommended. It’s unfortunate that Chris’ tent had a defective panel and we will be taking this up with the quality control team.
Chirs, Thanks to you.. Good videos and your answer. Did you know or somebody channel about RBM? What are you think? I would like buy one ... I did not know if another brand could be better ( Price & Quality). 1000 Thanks
These tents are made in the same factory as RBM. Oliezi currently has the Coody tents and they are the same as RBM too. Oliezi usually has a lower price and they are a company in the USA. Thanks for watching
Great video! These kind of tents look supremely awesome, they're almost like an instant house!!! Love the rainfly, maybe I'm old school but tents without rain flies just boggle my mind..... Where are these people camping? Indoors? LOL where would you not need a rainfly? 🤷 I agree that the rainfly needs the stove jack flap for sure! Also... Skylights? Wow. That's fancy as hell LOL 😂 gorgeous tent!!!
Hi, super nice tent. As far as the weight, if there were wheels on the main tent bag.... Liked the option to use heaters or air conditioners. A ready stove pipe hole, with a cover flap when not in use would be nice, in either the roof or the side wall somewhere. How long would it withstand sun? Can't wait to see the second version.
I agree the bag could use wheels for sure. And a ready stove jack. Hopefully version 2 has all these changes. It’s a canvas material so I’m suspecting it will last for years even with sunlight. Thanks for watching
We do it all the time! Just make sure you don’t pick a site that is too sloped. I keep a list of campsites at each campground that has a good flat spot for the tent. In my area, only about half the spots are suitable for the large tent in any given campground.
It’s the normal size of a big wall tent in my opinion. With heat I would imagine you’d use a lower psi for expansion of the air as the temp increase. As far as how the tent would preform in heat, it’s canvas and semi breathable so I think it would do well but Oliezi can probably speak to that more. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmannyour right in all points. The main benefit of the terylene cotton vs a duck canvas is that it is lighter and breathes more. This means it’s going to be less stuffy for hot weather. Not to mention all the windows you can open for ventilation. If you have access to power, you can also use a portable AC inside the tent using the vent holes in the back section. Hot weather with high humidity is the norm for South Korea and parts of China. This tent was designed in those markets and have seen a lot of success in those conditions over the last two years.
It’s the same tent with a different logo. Made in the same place. In my opinion this one has better add ons that the RBMs don’t have. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmann The windows are bigger. One hole wall is a window. Mine has never leaked without the rain fly on. Yes, I got a rain fly with my Panda medium. The skylight covers 2/3 of the total roof area. I didn't order a wood stove with mine, yet they included the heat resistant fabric that goes up the wall. I also got a hammer that has a knife, saw, and fire striker in the handle. What's really great is it was only $1,000. The large is $1,400. I love mine.
Hey bro another great video. I was just thinking since there is a flap in the ceiling of the tent. Why not put the stove Jack that you bought in the rain fly right above that flap . Then you can use the rainfly on the whole tent that way. Just line it up each time when you put it on above that flap in the ceiling of the tent. And when you don't want to use a stove, you have the flap inside of the tent to close it off
Is the tiger tent a great buy for a individual that has disabilities. I need it for four seasons. I’m on a fixed income and I go with my friends, but I need something easy to set up. I was looking at inflatables but I’m not sure what I can afford and like what I can work with.
The WiseTiger tent? What kind of disabilities. If you’d like you can reach out to me privately on Facebook, instagram or email and I will answer any questions to the best of my abilities. Thanks for watching
That is unfortunate. We know the tent is solid but a hundred pounds of icy snow is probably behind its capability. Like Chris said, that type of snow build up can cause even metal pole tents to collapse. We will think about how we can create a stronger design or a higher pitch in our future designs to avoid this type of issue .
Yeah it was way too heavy. Even after cleaning it off for ten minutes I couldn’t lift it. I’m no bodybuilder but I ain’t weak. It was just way too heavy. Also that wasn’t my test lol, mothernature did that on her own. We weren’t expecting that rain, it just came overnight. Thanks for watching
We understand the price can feel steep. That being said, we believe the quality and longevity of the product is worth it. Most Cotton tents of this size are in this price range due to the high cost of materials, labor and shipping.
How long do you think you could leave it up for? Does it inflate and deflate along with changes in temperature? $1700 is a chunk of change when for $170 you could also get a 10 person tent from walmart
I only deflated it twice and I did it. When too much weight took it down and to show how long it took to filll up. Other than that it’s been solid. For over two weeks now. It’s not cheap but it’s also canvas. Thanks for watching
The air frame can require adding air if you inflated it in the warm day and the temp drops. Same as your tires in cold weather. You could leave it up for weeks. But you should still monitor air pressure and add air as needed.
That thing is massive!!! I take it the floor is PVC which is a good thing. Canvas is very durable though prone to mold and mildew. You could live in that thing! To be misting from the roof, and for that price? Totally unacceptable. You shouldn't need a rain fly if it was waterproofed properly. The rainfly would just be an added bonus and an added protection measure from the inclement weather. But you should not require a rain fly. That's a shame!
Quality control issue at the factory is my best guess cause the rest of the roof panels were dry. Hopefully later version are improved on. The static head rating of the canvas is low to help to prevent mildew and mold making it more breathable. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmann yeah they definitely need to improve on the water repellency. That way if you decide not to bring the cover along it will still maintain its waterproofing.
Thanks for the feedback. Definitely unacceptable to have that type of misting. A simple water proofing treatment would address the issue. TC cotton fabric breathes. That’s great to reduce mold and moisture. Unfortunately that also means it can never be as water proof as the silver coated Oxford rain fly.
@@oliezi_outdoors Hello, thank you for taking the time to check out some of our comments! That says a lot about a company or dealer. I'm assuming TC and Duck fabric are two different types? Because as far as I know and have heard duck canvas is or can be made completely waterproof and still be breathable. And thanks again for taking the time to look into our concerns and taking notes.
@@campmansoutdoors6927yes the are different. Duck canvas is one of the best fabrics for waterproof breathable tents. The only downside is that they are very heavy. But we love duck canvas material too.
Im really surprised RBM still haven't replied. You did say a couple vids ago,that RBM didnt reply when i mentioned RBM. I have the RBM UP2 hot tent and its been through some of the nastiest weather you can throw at it... few times it rained so hard ( 3x your rain test for an hour,not a drop) it rained so hard,i thought it would wash the tent into the lake..haha Its been in snow storms,well over 3 feet of snow and never caved in...same with freezing rain,not an issue. Im from Northern Ontario, Can and we get some of the nastiest weather Mother Nature can throw at you. I was out ice fishing a few weeks ago,tent comes with screw peg,that screws into the ice...i had it all secured down with all the guy ropes. Within a couple hour,a major front moved in with atleast 50 to 60 mph wind with blowing snow. The tent held up no problem. Dude,i don't know why RBM hasn't replied yet. If they ever do to a test...i honestly believe it will pass all the test you can throw at it,you'll be impressed. Thanks again for the share, stay safe and healthy Brother 👊
The up series of tents are incredible from what I have seen. I too am kinda surprised but there are so many TH-camrs out there so idk. Thanks for watching
Let's see if they reply. I think this conflict their in, has something to do with it. I checked the RBM for Can and US and everything is pretty much sold out...no inventory coming in. My thoughts. Keep on them, someday they may get back to you. We'll see.
This is a family in the US so personally I would go with this one. They also have a zip in window stove jacket accessory you can buy for it. Which is awesome. Thanks for watching
@omarherrera7745 with the window insert you can. But both the RBM and this one are designed the same so you would have the same issue with RBMs tent. But they don’t have the window insert.
I hope the company offers replacement windows for the clear plastic. With time the UV rays will deteriorate them and start to crack. If you've ever had a convertible car you know what I'm talking about. The plastic will start to yellow then brown and start to crack because of the UV rays.
The link is in the description like I mentioned in the video but I’ll reply here with it as well for your convenience. Thanks for watching oliezi.com/products/airtent-140
Hey Chris! If you could pin this V2 update that would be great:
I want to clarify a few things about the V2 that I've discussed with Chris.
RAINFLY - Adding a flap to the rainfly would make the rainfly less effective. Instead we are developing a zip in window insert (like the plastic window covers) that has a side mount stove jack. This will allow V1 users to also buy this accessory so that they can use the Rainfly and stove at the same time. It would require that you use two 90 degree elbows for your chimney, but we think this will give you maximum protection.
ROLLER BAG - We may or may not include a roller bag for V2. The roller bag was meaningfully more expensive when we priced it out. If we do included a roller bag for V2, we will have to increase the price of the tent. We can also just offer it as an upgraded accessory and so V1 users could also purchase a roller bag for their tent.
WATER PROOFING - When it comes to the water proofing issue that Chris experienced, this would be covered under our warranty. Any customer who experienced this issue would have their tent fixed or replaced. As you can see from the video, all the other panels were fine. Even with out the rain fly you should be able to use the tent without a rainfly in moderate rain.
V2 PRICE INCREASE - We encourage you to consider buying the V1 as the winter sale ends at the end of Feb and the price will go up $400 dollars for the V1. The V2 will also probably need to be $100 more than the V1. Lastly, the V1 customers will be able to buy the accessories to upgrade their V1s to V2 status. This was a great idea that we developed with Chris, which shows how tuned he is with the needs of our customers.
Last but not least, we are offering SPACKMANN12 coupon code for 12% off! This is literally the lowest price we've ever offered if you combine the winter sale with Chris' coupon code. If you are planning on buying this tent, please use this coupon code so that we can see Chris' subscribers. That way we can continue to send him more products for review.
Done!
One more clarification! The stove jack that comes on the roof of the tent is a usable stove jack and made from the same material as the stove jack on the RBM tent. The reason ours does not have a precut hole is so that users can cut a hole to the right size for their chimney pipe diameter. That being said, we still believe its a good idea to use the silicone jack insert to keep hot air in and moisture out, but that is simply user preference.
His code is not working I just tried for the 12 percent. SPACKMANN12
@@Josh-pn3ds I’ll reach out and see if it’s still active. Please wait to hear back.
@Josh-pn3ds please try again
I know there isnt a high price for the stove jack,but buying it seperste after the big price on this tent I feel is a negative forme with the tent. It looks amazing for space and i do like that its cotton to help air flow. Your suggestion of adding a rain flap for the stove pipe is a great concept for them to incorporate into version 2. No lack of windows for a beautiful view of a snow storm while enjoying the earm fire from inside.
Yes the stove jack is a con for sure. Didn’t mention that as one, nice catch. I can’t wait to see v2 either! Thanks for watching
We will be sure to come up with a better stove jack package in the future.
We want to clarify that the existing stove jack can be used without the silicone accessory. Our tent has the same stove jack as the RBM, but we still recommend the silicone jack to keep hot air in and moisture out.
We have worked with Chris to verify that our stove jack material is the same as RBM, but is simply not cut. We chose not to precut a hole so customers can cut the right size hole for their pipe.
@oliezi_outdoors I agree allowing the customer to customize their tent for their stove pipe is fantastic. Thank you for listening and sharing the reasons behind this decision. I appreciate your time.
WOW that looks bigger than my 12 man cabin tent. I love the look of it. It reminds me a little of a quansit hut. Thank you for sharing. God bless and stay safe.
It’s a big tent bro! I love the look of it. Old school canvas wall tent feel with 2024 tech. Bless you too my friend and thanks for watching
I wish they made a 4 man mini version of this, maybe with your influence you can get them thinking about it. I love that its American made and a family business and that they respond fast so you did them right with this video! After watching a lot of videos you are on point with the plastic windows all that time in the tent you want to see and enjoy the beauty and not feel stuck in a tent. Keep the videos up man I love watching you grow!
Check their website. I believe they do lol. It is not American made. The company is from America. Sorry if I lead you to believe that. The factory that makes the tent is in Korea. Glad you enjoyed it bro. Thanks for watching
Yeah they have a couple small ones but they are not for hot tenting. Oh well our friends in Korea do a good job too! @@AdventureswithSpackmann
@Snarfimus oh you’re right. You can always add one. Going out the side instead of roof.
You brilliant SOB!
@@Snarfimus not my idea just applying it here 😉
I have a canvas Atuk Alaskan. One center pole tipi style hot tent. Snow on the roof is the enemy. If the pole doen't break, the canvas rips. The blow up tent being more forgiving is like a Swiss flag. A huge plus! Thanks for the video.
I agree totally. I loved that it was fine after the collapse. I should have cleaned it off before the rain came but I was unaware of it coming. Thanks for watching
Thanks for sharing your honest opinion 👍
You sold me ..I'm buying one . NO TENT IS PERFECT. BUT, HONESTY HELPS EVERYTHING 😊
THANKS AGAIN 👏 👍
You’re welcome. This has become one of my favorite tents. Biggest con is its pack size and weight. Thanks for watching
Really looking forward to v2! These inflatable tents have come a long way and are finally starting to become more appealing to those who value quality and ease of setup.
For real. Quality and ease of setup! It has all the bells and whistles and you just pump it up. I’m excited to see v2 as well. Thanks for watching
Thank you for your kind words.
I want to clarify a few things about the V2 that I've discussed with Chris.
RAINFLY - Adding a flap to the rainfly would make the rainfly less effective. Instead we are developing a zip in window insert (like the plastic window covers) that has a side mount stove jack. This will allow V1 users to also buy this accessory so that they can use the Rainfly and stove at the same time. It would require that you use two 90 degree elbows for your chimney, but we think this will give you maximum protection.
ROLLER BAG - We may or may not include a roller bag for V2. The roller bag was meaningfully more expensive when we priced it out. If we do included a roller bag for V2, we will have to increase the price of the tent. We can also just offer it as an upgraded accessory and so V1 users could also purchase a roller bag for their tent.
WATER PROOFING -When it comes to the water proofing issue that Chris experienced, this would be covered under our warranty. Any customer who experienced this issue would have their tent fixed or replaced. As you can see from the video, all the other panels were fine. Even with out the rain fly you should be able to use the tent without a rainfly in moderate rain.
V2 PRICE INCREASE - We encourage you to consider buying the V1 as the winter sale ends at the end of Feb and the price will go up $400 dollars for the V1. The V2 will also probably need to be $100 more than the V1. Lastly, the V1 customers will be able to buy the accessories to upgrade their V1s to V2 status. This was a great idea that we developed with Chris, which shows how tuned he is with the needs of our customers.
Thank you again for your interest!
I'm in lol great video bro.
I’m in what? Thanks for watching bro
I was just looking at a very similar tent. I love the style and size!!
It’s pretty sweet right! Thanks for watching bro
Great review. Glad you really analysed that "misting" problem and narrowed it down to an issue with a single panel section. Any chance that you could do a stove test on this tent with the fly off and then with the fly covering the roof and all the sides that it will cover? That would make it, essentially, a double-walled tent, which I think is supposed to retain heat better because of the dead air trapped between the two layers. I noticed that you didn't have the jack installed or a stove in place. Is that because you need to return the tent? If so, you could do the test with an electric space heater or two. That might even be better than a fire, since the heat output would be more consistent. I think it would be interesting to compare on such a large tent.
Speaking of the wood stove, that collapse of the roof could have been a really big deal if you had a fire going at the time. A hole burned into the tube (does it come with a repair kit) might make it very difficult to re-erect, since it isn't metal poles that could be splinted or replaced in a pinch.On the other hand, being heated might have reduced or outright prevented the buildup in the first place. What do you think? Also, is the material flame retardant, if you know?
Lot of questions, I know, but I have one of those "inquiring minds" that you sometimes hear about, along with a number of weird committee meetings goin' on in there at the same time. LOL
Hello! We have a patching kit available. We also can sell replacement air frames in the event you damage it beyond repair.
I don’t have to return it. It’s mine now! lol. I’ll be using it more for sure. Im not sure if I’ll get to doing a test like that comparing it with and without the fly this year but if I can I’ll post it. But logically your thought makes sense to me.
As far as the build up. I think you are right. With heat in it, it wouldn’t build up as much. I really should have cleaned it off before the rain but it came unexpectedly overnight and I had no idea. Thanks for watching
That tent is very well thought out......Im hoping they added or add a zip out below the wood stove area.... for the price you get a big bang for the buck and it would make an awesome base hunting camp or long term seasonal camp !!!
We will consider adding a zip out section on the floor. Definitely possible to add.
I like the idea of a zip out panel in the floor but that’s only good for one season. For the rest it maybe best to stay solid. What do you think? Thanks for watching
I have one now with a zip out panel for the stove.... during the other seasons and even in intense rain I havnt had any problems.... @@AdventureswithSpackmann
@@MikeClavetteSr nice. I have one too. Walmart wall tent has it. I’ve only used it for winter though.
Wicked cool how you're actively influencing redesigns to so many of these products. Also pretty cool how open to revision some of these companies are.
Right bro! Making moves. Thanks for watching
We loved working with his Chris and he's been a great partner in helping us improve our products.
@@oliezi_outdoors thank you!
Another cool tent bro. I live in Syracuse, NY so i know all about the heavy snow and ice. Got a 3 season i converted into a hot tent. Always cleaning snow off it. Lol.
Yeah cleaning snow is so important lol. I wasn’t expecting the rain and this happened. Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmann can be tough to keep up on, especially with freak storms we didn't expect. And you're welcome. Keep these vids/adventures coming. Good info and ideas to improve outdoor activities.
@@jonnkelly for real, snow falls out of no where lol. Thank you
Chirs , A disadvantage of this tent, is that you can not open the roof windows; sunny days, spring and summer, I think it will be very hot. I have not been able to test it but my experience with other tents.
It is a pity that you have not been able to do the test for RBM.
Idk, it has windows to open on all sides, I feel letting the roof open would only lead to problems. Thanks for watching
RBM Panda tents do include the rain fly.
Yeah they have since added picture and it to the description. When I posted it didn’t say anything about it. Thanks for watching
“That’s what she said”. Always a good day when I can be your inspiration. Curious when you will be getting the rest of the Storm Trooper uniform now that you’ve got the gloves. Great family tent as you could tuck the little ones in the back room and sit in the front room.
That what Renee said lol. The rest of the uniform is in the mail.
Good idea, kids go in the other room! Thanks for watching
Hi Chirs, Happy New year and my best wish for you and your Channel. I will check Oliezi and I will check some brand from Chine from same factory.. Maybe I can find a good price and quality too.
HNY to you too. Thanks for watching
Looks good bro. Did a lot better than the last one. For the size and the fact it is actually waterproof I'd say it's worth the money, but way too much for me to justify just for me to use, definitely a family or group tent
Yeah it did well for sure. Price for this big of tent isn’t bad and it’s canvas so that adds to cost and shipping such a large heavy package isn’t cheap.
Definitely meant for a family to use. Thanks for watching bro
@@AdventureswithSpackmann be great as a base camp kitchen/mess/chill out area with the giraffe stove in there for a group camping together
@@chriscjjones8182 oh heck yeah
We also have a smaller one for solo/couples. AirTent 80
Now this would be a great give away😊
It sure would but the company is too new for that in their budget I think
Great info to think about
Right on bro. Thanks for watching
I like it!
Me too bro! Thanks for watching
That thing is huge!
Right bro! Thanks for watching
Best inflatable tent review on TH-cam I’m going to be living in one to get away from rent for a little while :D
Thank you so much! They don’t do extremely well with a lot of weight on them. Keep em clean and they are great. Thanks for watching
My canvas 3-meter pole-center bell tent weighs 70 with the tub floor, so 100 pounds for something that large really isn't bad at all. And I don't even have plastic windows. Longevity is probably the biggest question at that price point. How long (in years) will it reasonably hold air?
Hello! The air poles are made in the same way inflatable kayaks and paddle boards are made. Very durable. We are also offering patching kits and replacement air frames so that the tent can be repaired in case of an accident.
Oh a while replacement frame kit is awesome!
Looks like Oliezi thought of that. The answer it pretty cool to me. Thanks for watching
@@oliezi_outdoors Nice. I’ve got an inflatable paddle board, and it’s still airtight after years of kids abusing it every summer. If it can last through all that, I’m sure a tent that isn’t made to jump on can last too. Btw, the tent looks fantastic.
Almost pulled the trigger on this tent. Until I seen your review. I'll be waiting for version 2 for sure. Really like everything else about the tent. Thank you..
Just to let you know, I have no idea when v2 is coming out. Thanks for watching
Hi Josh! Thank you for your kind words.
I want to clarify a few things about the V2 that I've discussed with Chris.
RAINFLY - Adding a flap to the rainfly would make the rainfly less effective. Instead we are developing a zip in window insert (like the plastic window covers) that has a side mount stove jack. This will allow V1 users to also buy this accessory so that they can use the Rainfly and stove at the same time. It would require that you use two 90 degree elbows for your chimney, but we think this will give you maximum protection.
ROLLER BAG - We may or may not include a roller bag for V2. The roller bag was meaningfully more expensive when we priced it out. If we do included a roller bag for V2, we will have to increase the price of the tent. We can also just offer it as an upgraded accessory and so V1 users could also purchase a roller bag for their tent.
WATER PROOFING -When it comes to the water proofing issue that Chris experienced, this would be covered under our warranty. Any customer who experienced this issue would have their tent fixed or replaced. As you can see from the video, all the other panels were fine. Even with out the rain fly you should be able to use the tent without a rainfly in moderate rain.
V2 PRICE INCREASE - We encourage you to consider buying the V1 as the winter sale ends at the end of Feb and the price will go up $400 dollars for the V1. The V2 will also probably need to be $100 more than the V1. Lastly, the V1 customers will be able to buy the accessories to upgrade their V1s to V2 status. This was a great idea that we developed with Chris, which shows how tuned he is with the needs of our customers.
Thank you again for your interest!
@@oliezi_outdoors when do you think the modular window stove Jack be ready for purchase. Looking to do some cold weather camping
@@Josh-pn3dswe are aiming for fall 2024
loved the review. thank you so much. I think I'm buying one! :P yay!
You’re welcome! Enjoy. Thanks for watching
What a neat tent to test out. Be great for family hunting trips for sure. Eventually will try a bigger tent see how it does
Right! Thanks for watching
Now that's an awesome tent right there bro! It looks very well designed and made for sure. Very cool of Oliezi to send it to ya for review... they sound like a great company 👍 Unfortunately a lot of manufacturers don't seem to take user feedback well, however it sure sounds like they do. Two thumbs up! 👍👍
We are here in the comments learning as much as we can.
@@oliezi_outdoors That's great to hear. A company that takes their customer's feedback so seriously definitely has my support 👍
Right bro! The tent is pretty cool. Same with the company.
That statement is so true. Most manufacturers don’t take feedback too well. I had one ask me to take a video down recently lol. No thank you lmao. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmann I definitely hear that man! Ya know it's kinda sketchy when they ask you to take down a vid lol. But you're a man of integrity for sure brother! 👍
@IntenseAngler thanks bro
Very helpful review thx! I was looking at this tent specs on Oliezi. It appears the same tent is named Koala 5 at RBM (Russian Bear Market) with same price $1799. RBM offers a larger Koala 7 that is $1999. I needed the larger version so had to go with RBM, but thanks again for the review. Watched it several times; very helpful 👍🏼
You’re welcome. I’m glad you found it helpful. Oliezi came out with a zip in stove jack for this tent. You got to check that out. Thanks for watching
OK. This is a sweet video. If I had the money, I would definitely buy it. We have 10 people in our family and they set up would be so much easier than what we currently use. But that is a hefty price.
If you were to set it all up ahead of time, and then spray all the seams with waterproofing spray, would that help with the leaks do you think?
Yes, regular water proofing and resealing of the seams is recommended. It’s unfortunate that Chris’ tent had a defective panel and we will be taking this up with the quality control team.
Perfect family tent for sure. I plan to spray that panel cause the rest did just fine. Thanks for watching bro
Chirs, Thanks to you.. Good videos and your answer. Did you know or somebody channel about RBM? What are you think? I would like buy one ... I did not know if another brand could be better ( Price & Quality). 1000 Thanks
These tents are made in the same factory as RBM. Oliezi currently has the Coody tents and they are the same as RBM too. Oliezi usually has a lower price and they are a company in the USA. Thanks for watching
Great video! These kind of tents look supremely awesome, they're almost like an instant house!!! Love the rainfly, maybe I'm old school but tents without rain flies just boggle my mind..... Where are these people camping? Indoors? LOL where would you not need a rainfly? 🤷 I agree that the rainfly needs the stove jack flap for sure! Also... Skylights? Wow. That's fancy as hell LOL 😂 gorgeous tent!!!
Lmao right! Camping indoors. The skylights, at night watching the stars! Imagine that. Thanks for watching
Hi, super nice tent. As far as the weight, if there were wheels on the main tent bag.... Liked the option to use heaters or air conditioners. A ready stove pipe hole, with a cover flap when not in use would be nice, in either the roof or the side wall somewhere. How long would it withstand sun? Can't wait to see the second version.
I agree the bag could use wheels for sure. And a ready stove jack. Hopefully version 2 has all these changes. It’s a canvas material so I’m suspecting it will last for years even with sunlight. Thanks for watching
You're welcome. It was a through tent test, appreciated that. Will be watching more. @@AdventureswithSpackmann
@maggpie5552 awesome! Thank you, I love testing
I was looking at those tents.i just ordered bushtec alpha kilo 4000 tent.i hope i made the right choice
Is the bushtec an inflatable? Thanks for watching
So im interested in this tent and the RBM outdoors one do you see it being a issue trying to fit one at a state park campsite
We do it all the time! Just make sure you don’t pick a site that is too sloped. I keep a list of campsites at each campground that has a good flat spot for the tent. In my area, only about half the spots are suitable for the large tent in any given campground.
@oliezi_outdoors Also I'm located in SouthEast Louisiana so it gets a 100+ in the summer how does it hold up in heat
It’s the normal size of a big wall tent in my opinion. With heat I would imagine you’d use a lower psi for expansion of the air as the temp increase. As far as how the tent would preform in heat, it’s canvas and semi breathable so I think it would do well but Oliezi can probably speak to that more. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmannyour right in all points. The main benefit of the terylene cotton vs a duck canvas is that it is lighter and breathes more. This means it’s going to be less stuffy for hot weather. Not to mention all the windows you can open for ventilation.
If you have access to power, you can also use a portable AC inside the tent using the vent holes in the back section.
Hot weather with high humidity is the norm for South Korea and parts of China. This tent was designed in those markets and have seen a lot of success in those conditions over the last two years.
Nothing beats RBM tents.
It’s the same tent with a different logo. Made in the same place. In my opinion this one has better add ons that the RBMs don’t have. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmann The windows are bigger. One hole wall is a window. Mine has never leaked without the rain fly on. Yes, I got a rain fly with my Panda medium. The skylight covers 2/3 of the total roof area. I didn't order a wood stove with mine, yet they included the heat resistant fabric that goes up the wall. I also got a hammer that has a knife, saw, and fire striker in the handle. What's really great is it was only $1,000. The large is $1,400. I love mine.
Hey bro another great video. I was just thinking since there is a flap in the ceiling of the tent. Why not put the stove Jack that you bought in the rain fly right above that flap . Then you can use the rainfly on the whole tent that way. Just line it up each time when you put it on above that flap in the ceiling of the tent. And when you don't want to use a stove, you have the flap inside of the tent to close it off
Only read the first line, and I’m come back by or the rest but that’s genius! I’ll bring it up to them for v2 and that’s what I’ll do
That is a great suggestion. We will look into how best to incorporate that.
Is the tiger tent a great buy for a individual that has disabilities. I need it for four seasons. I’m on a fixed income and I go with my friends, but I need something easy to set up. I was looking at inflatables but I’m not sure what I can afford and like what I can work with.
The WiseTiger tent? What kind of disabilities. If you’d like you can reach out to me privately on Facebook, instagram or email and I will answer any questions to the best of my abilities. Thanks for watching
It didn’t pass the heavy snow test and ice mixed with rain on top bringing in the roof….
That is unfortunate. We know the tent is solid but a hundred pounds of icy snow is probably behind its capability. Like Chris said, that type of snow build up can cause even metal pole tents to collapse.
We will think about how we can create a stronger design or a higher pitch in our future designs to avoid this type of issue .
Yeah it was way too heavy. Even after cleaning it off for ten minutes I couldn’t lift it. I’m no bodybuilder but I ain’t weak. It was just way too heavy. Also that wasn’t my test lol, mothernature did that on her own. We weren’t expecting that rain, it just came overnight. Thanks for watching
I ordered the RBM Panda 2 and it came with plastic windows and a tarp/rainfly (not listed on the site). I don't know if the Koala includes the same?
Is the Koala the same as the tent in this video? Thanks for sharing your experience with the Panda 2. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmann Yes.
@@campingkupcakez gotcha so it might too. Is the panda 2 the one with the huge skylights?
@@AdventureswithSpackmann Yes
I like the tent but the price is a little high for my taste. I like the blow up tents.
We understand the price can feel steep. That being said, we believe the quality and longevity of the product is worth it. Most Cotton tents of this size are in this price range due to the high cost of materials, labor and shipping.
Totally understand. It’s not cheap but it’s great for the price compared to other canvas wall tents in my opinion. Thanks for watching
How long do you think you could leave it up for? Does it inflate and deflate along with changes in temperature? $1700 is a chunk of change when for $170 you could also get a 10 person tent from walmart
I only deflated it twice and I did it. When too much weight took it down and to show how long it took to filll up. Other than that it’s been solid. For over two weeks now.
It’s not cheap but it’s also canvas. Thanks for watching
The air frame can require adding air if you inflated it in the warm day and the temp drops. Same as your tires in cold weather.
You could leave it up for weeks. But you should still monitor air pressure and add air as needed.
That thing is massive!!! I take it the floor is PVC which is a good thing. Canvas is very durable though prone to mold and mildew. You could live in that thing! To be misting from the roof, and for that price? Totally unacceptable. You shouldn't need a rain fly if it was waterproofed properly. The rainfly would just be an added bonus and an added protection measure from the inclement weather. But you should not require a rain fly. That's a shame!
Quality control issue at the factory is my best guess cause the rest of the roof panels were dry. Hopefully later version are improved on. The static head rating of the canvas is low to help to prevent mildew and mold making it more breathable. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmann yeah they definitely need to improve on the water repellency. That way if you decide not to bring the cover along it will still maintain its waterproofing.
Thanks for the feedback. Definitely unacceptable to have that type of misting. A simple water proofing treatment would address the issue.
TC cotton fabric breathes. That’s great to reduce mold and moisture. Unfortunately that also means it can never be as water proof as the silver coated Oxford rain fly.
@@oliezi_outdoors Hello, thank you for taking the time to check out some of our comments! That says a lot about a company or dealer. I'm assuming TC and Duck fabric are two different types? Because as far as I know and have heard duck canvas is or can be made completely waterproof and still be breathable. And thanks again for taking the time to look into our concerns and taking notes.
@@campmansoutdoors6927yes the are different. Duck canvas is one of the best fabrics for waterproof breathable tents. The only downside is that they are very heavy. But we love duck canvas material too.
I could live in that thing, lol. It's gigantic
For real! Thanks for watching
I was just wondering where you were
Like In the world or in TH-cam land? Cause I haven’t gone anywhere. Every Sunday I post. Thanks for watching
Im really surprised RBM still haven't replied. You did say a couple vids ago,that RBM didnt reply when i mentioned RBM.
I have the RBM UP2 hot tent and its been through some of the nastiest weather you can throw at it... few times it rained so hard ( 3x your rain test for an hour,not a drop) it rained so hard,i thought it would wash the tent into the lake..haha
Its been in snow storms,well over 3 feet of snow and never caved in...same with freezing rain,not an issue.
Im from Northern Ontario, Can and we get some of the nastiest weather Mother Nature can throw at you.
I was out ice fishing a few weeks ago,tent comes with screw peg,that screws into the ice...i had it all secured down with all the guy ropes.
Within a couple hour,a major front moved in with atleast 50 to 60 mph wind with blowing snow. The tent held up no problem.
Dude,i don't know why RBM hasn't replied yet. If they ever do to a test...i honestly believe it will pass all the test you can throw at it,you'll be impressed.
Thanks again for the share, stay safe and healthy Brother 👊
The up series of tents are incredible from what I have seen. I too am kinda surprised but there are so many TH-camrs out there so idk. Thanks for watching
Let's see if they reply. I think this conflict their in, has something to do with it. I checked the RBM for Can and US and everything is pretty much sold out...no inventory coming in. My thoughts.
Keep on them, someday they may get back to you. We'll see.
I was looking at a RBM tent now for 2 week hunting would you recommend this instead
This is a family in the US so personally I would go with this one. They also have a zip in window stove jacket accessory you can buy for it. Which is awesome. Thanks for watching
@@AdventureswithSpackmann what about not able wise the stove with the rain fly on
@omarherrera7745 with the window insert you can. But both the RBM and this one are designed the same so you would have the same issue with RBMs tent. But they don’t have the window insert.
I hope the company offers replacement windows for the clear plastic. With time the UV rays will deteriorate them and start to crack. If you've ever had a convertible car you know what I'm talking about. The plastic will start to yellow then brown and start to crack because of the UV rays.
I’ll find out if they do. And fill everyone in when I take it out on a trip.
@@AdventureswithSpackmann cool, that would be great to know!
We can for sure sell replacement windows. We will look to add that to the parts and repair section.
@@oliezi_outdoorsthank you for looking into it.
Where do you store all your stuff ? Shed?
I have a shed, garage, and a bedroom lmao. Thanks for watching
Seriously, no link to the product?
The link is in the description like I mentioned in the video but I’ll reply here with it as well for your convenience. Thanks for watching oliezi.com/products/airtent-140
great review but way out of my range.
I hear ya. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching
Tarps are cheaper
Depending on the tarp, sure. Thanks for watching