We actually just posted a 3 year update review of the T8. It has really held up over alot of use. Expensive yes, but justifiably worth it in my opinion!
I have had this tent for two years now camping with my wife and two small children. Hands down the best tent I have ever owned. It has rained hard several times when we have been camping and it has never leaked a drop. We are at the point where I can pull into a campsite and have the tent set up with air mattresses and bedding in 7 minutes. I always get a lot of people asking about it at campgrounds. It’s one of the best things I have ever purchased and well worth the price. Only thing I will say negative is I will agree with the stakes being cheap, but I just bought a few new nicer ones.
Great comment! I am in full agreement with you. I did have some water get it in a bad storm around one window. I seam sealed that little area and haven't had an issue since!! Love the speed of getting this both up AND back down. Ya I've replaced with some inexpensive stakes from Walmart. They work great and are orange to match!! 😀 Thanks for the comment!! 🤜 🤛
Seam sealing is putting a coating of a waterproof liquid over the seams. My gazelle ended up needing only a little bit around a couple places. You can check out this video for the pricedure. th-cam.com/video/ScpeP-_a-rk/w-d-xo.html
Hey man thanks alot!! We really appreciate it! 🤜 🤛 Always love having another member of Ye' Faithful Few!! 😀 I hope you were able to get that tent folded!!
Hello my friends, very nice looking tent. Sorry that rain water made its way into the tent. Thanks for sharing this with us. Make sure you watch my gear selection tag video. I tagged you. Take Care and Keep Exploring The Outdoors.
Oh man!! Ok ill check it out!! Ya I'm hoping the water was a fluke! We haven't had it in any other rain yet so we'll see!! Hey thanks for watching and letting us know of the tag!!
That was so helpful, thank you 🙏 Does Slithery come included? And can you make a video on how to get the knot out him? And how to get Elsa out from your mesh pockets? 😂
You are very welcome! I'm sorry to say no stuffed animals are included! You get to add your own to personalize your gazelle!! ;-) He had that knot tied pretty good! Its all about persistence and not giving up. Elsa is always somewhere crazy! I'll open up the refrigerator... and there she is staring at me. Hey thanks for watching and leaving a fun comment!
You guys put that up put it down no big deal! I love the rain hi and I agree but I would rather have some hooks or some thing and not have to tie every time! Still decent water! Thanks for the review!
Ya the tie up is pretty easy... its the untying that is time consuming and annoying!! I'm hoping the water was just a fluke but well see 👀 So much room though it's great 👍 Thanks for checking it out Flack Flam!!
1. You have great helpers 2. Thank you for reminding all "that there is a manual" 3. I replace all tent stakes that come with tents with the spikes sold individually at Walmart. They are less than $2 per spike and well worth it. 4. Love the big tent storage bag. They are usually 2 sizes too small. Overall what is nice is that the tent takes little effort to set up. Nothing worse than getting in a campground late at night or when it is raining and have to set up a tent that is unusually complicated. I stopped tent camping a few years ago, due to my unlucky choice of camping during rain storms with the kids. This T8 looks like a great choice all around.
Hahaha great comment!! Yes my helpers are the best!! Yes i don't think I've ever had a Walmart stake bend! I have chucked one into a field before bc i had so much trouble getting it out of the ground though! The rains and storms can run any trip... especially when it ALWAYS seems to happen!! Hey thanks for dropping by and watching and taking a moment to post a comment!! 🤜🤛
We have used this tent at least 4 times a year since 2021 for probably a total of 15 times... still works like a champ. It's showing signs of wear but nothing catastrophic.
Hmmm, not that i recall. Big enough for a needle? If you want, you could send me a picture of it to dmsadventures2020@gmail.com. A little seam sealer should close that off. I did have to add a little on a couple places in mine.
Yes i agree. Given the intensity of the rain and where it was though i was ok with the amount that got in. I need to be IN the tent during a storm to figure it out! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
Tips: Use a tarp, cheap one from Walmart works well, as a footprint. It will help to protect your floor. I also like a rug inside my Gazelle as it helps to protect the floor from wear. Plain old Astroturf type works well and doesn’t soak up water. Lastly, get better stakes and some parachute cord. You’ll thank me later.
Yup! All great tips! We do all that but we spring for a plush indoor carpet! Its SO comfy! We keep it away from the door! Thanks for watching and sharing those tips!
I have this tent but only used once before COVID. Getting read for a trip now and the rain fly doesn't fit right. The poles that stick out won't go into the metal holes at the top. I'm baffled. Gazelle doesn't even show this T8 anymore, nor does REI. Hard to even sell the thing (it's frankly much bigger than I need as it's just me).
That is super weird! Not sure why those wouldn't fit. I've put it up at least a dozen times and haven't had an issue! Sounds like a T4 would have been better for you!
Great video and lots of info thanks for sharing! A review on another site said where the velcro floor is they had problems with bugs getting in,, have you?
Hey thanks for watching!! 🤜 🤛 No i have not!! I've even brought cords up through there for power or a propane heater hose and have not had any bugs! They're more likely to get in by going in and out of the door whenever it's open in my opinion!!
What a great video really informative and it helped me immensely I have a Insta tent right now and before next summer, I want to hopefully purchase the T4 plus and your little assistance are adorable
Thank you very much! When i can get them to help i love having them around! Good luck on getting the T4+! I hope your able to get it! If it's as good as the T8 (which I'm sure it is) you're going to love it!!
Oh nice!! I seriously considered the plus but ultimately opted for the two full Hub style areas. That'll be plenty of room with the kiddos! Have a great adventure!!! 👍 🤜🤛
hello first i must say thanks for your time for making this video . i still didnt what is the difference from t4 plus to t8 , and what more fit to a family. and please i really need help here , before i buy it i must know if i pull out all the PC's from the bag , what is the dimensions of the longest part without the case ? ill need to transfer it with flying case out of state and i need to know if it will fit it if i split it on the flying case . please help me here ❤🎉😊
You are welcome. We are here to help! The T4 plus vs the T8 has the same floor space. On one half of the tent they are identical. On the other half the T4 plus is a screen room with a wide open entry. There are 3 additional poles that must be installed after the tent is set up. Removing the tent from the bag doesn't reduce the length any. The length is 65 inches (165 cm).
When it rains, how easy is it to dry the bottom of the tent when you pack it up so that it doesn't pack up wet? Usually on a regular tent we fold it in half and dry one side then the other. Thanks for the video!
If it rains on it we always set it up when we get home to dry it out completely! I haven't tried to dry the bottom before folding it up! Hey thanks for the question!
So I’m having issues with the rain fly when I put it on and tried lifting the roof of the tent it felt like I was breaking the poles and almost feels like they don’t fit any tips to help me out
Are you putting the rainfly on with all of the hub walls pulled but the roofs down? If so that is correct. You just go in and push the roof hub up forcefully. My 5' 5" daughter has some trouble with it. It does feel like it could break but ive never had an issue with it. Give it a good solid shove!
did you have to velcro the floor in the big tent? that part was not clear. you show doing it on some separate item that i have no idea what it was. started to turn off video then u showed a cot inside. the way the cot is it takes up most of the room. what brand cot is it? whats a hub and do 2 come with the tent or is that a separate purchase? looks like a lot cut out on take down.
The floor is already installed when you get the tent. You can take it out if you want. I don't intend to take it out so i didn't show it. The other item i DID do it in is called the Cinch Hub. It's green. The cot is a Disco Bed bunkable cots. It does take up most the room. A "hub" is just a side wall of the tent, specifically the middle where all the poles connect. You don't have to buy anything separate. It's not too tough to put down given the size.
Haha we've done it a time or two since then and i think we're even faster now! It IS a great tent so far!! I'm hoping we'll be doing a "5 years later" video on it saying it's still a great tent!! Hey thanks for watching!! 🤜🤛
Great video on the T8! I’m currently on the fence between the T8 & the T4+. T4+ seems to be more popular but I think the simplicity of the T8 is slightly better not having extra poles. Have you had any issues with the doors? My wife brought up that it is kind of a weird shape to get in and out of.
I had the exact same issue with the T4+. I didn't want to mess with any poles to set it up. I haven't had any issue with the door effectively. It IS awkward though. Check out our video on the Magellan tent. Same design but a much better door. It's cheaper but the rain performance is not as good. You'd have to spray the fabric and maybe seal the seams to make it work. Or use a tarp if you don't mind doing that.
I am doing the same thing I want the screened in room and then just walk into my bedroom instead of going out of the tent into a screened canopy having to take down two things put up two things. I watched a video on the T 4+ and absolutely fell in love with it.
I love that they have that option! On our T8 we use one Hub as our bedroom and the other hub as more of a living room. We'll set up a movie and chairs! Still a great tent!
Great video! I watch the Magellan first and now this one, we tend to have heavy rains here in Florida, I’m guessing T8 is better option for this weather than Magellan… hahahahahaha. Joke aside, how did you place the disc o beds in the gazelle? We have the same bunk for the kids but never used in a tent, only visiting family or in a hotel
Hahaha nice!! Ya unless you're willing to put a tarp over it is recommend the gazelle. So to get the discobeds to fit you have to orient the cots long-wise in the tent. So one end of the cot is up against the far end of the tent and the other legs are actually over the divider and into the other hub area of the tent. Not sure if that explains it. I'll add another comment with a link to a video where you can see it setup. Thanks for watching and asking!! 🤜🤛
Glad that you went into such detail about the hubs when you folded it up to bag it. I'll be thinking that when I fold mine up from now on..the hubs want to hang out. It does look like an upside down umbrella when it's all folded together. I also noticed that you opened all the windows and doors before you took it down is that to help with folding it up?
Its funny, a lot of people have stopped watching the review by the time I get to the fold up process. Glad you hung around till then! You can do it either way, I think it helps get all the air out of the tent a little bit quicker when putting it away but it still works fine if you leave them all zipped up! Thanks for watching and leaving a great question for me!!
I'm not aware of how to "shift" the rainfly. It's not long enough to get over the hubs on the short ends. I wish they DID make it a bit longer. The sides are covered great! 👌
No i don't think so. The bottom material has a hydrostatic head of 5000 mm, nothing should seep through that under normal conditions. It was right by the door so I'm thinking something over there. 🤔
Thanks for taking the time to film this for us to see. Have you had any further rainy days with it and how did it do? Di the same side continue to leak? Could you figure out where the water was coming in from? I'm considering replacing my old REI Kingdom 8 with this tent and just wonder about how water proof it is.
Oh wow i almost bought the kingdom 8 a long time ago. It seemed like it took a bit of time to set up for what i was looking for. That's when i ended up going with the Cinch! I have had it in the rain again and it DID leak from a few spots on the end Hubs! Not alot though. I put some sealer just on those areas and haven't had it in the rain since. Make sure you leave the zippers for the doors up at the top so they are under the rainfly. The other place was at the corner of a window. If you have time go check out the end of Mister Daddy Camping Trip #2 Part 2. It POURED on us and i show where it leaked!! Thanks for checking in and leaving a question. I still think the tent is worth it overall.
Accidently purchased the T8 when I wanted the T-4 Plus. (got too excited when they came in stock) had UPS not even take it off the truck. After waiting for another re-stock I got my T4 Plus and love it. I've been in two camping trips with a couple of rainy days. I did have water come in the screen area but it was my fault by not closing the screen covers. I know you will enjoy this tent. I enjoy mine.
Awesome!! Hey thanks for the comment! I debated on the T4 plus and ultimately decided against it because of the extra time to put in those 3 extra poles to frame out the screen door area! I'm SUPER lazy when i go to set things up! Ya its possible i didn't have the door zipped properly on that one side (or maybe i can blame it on the kids!) We are using it this weekend and it looks like rain so we will get another good test... this time while being IN it!! Thanks for taking the time to comment! We appreciate it!
I ordered a T_4 Plus and I am waiting for it to arrive. I am glad to hear that you are enjoying yours. I have two concerns however. First, I saw in a video that the screen room entrance is a challenge because of continuously having to rip the Velcro at the floor seem. Also the zipper doesn't go all the way down went closing from inside. The second concern is if I can fit this tent into my small hatchback since the bag looks very long. Did you have any issues like this?
I don't have the T4 plus, i have the T8 so not sure on the zipper issue. I believe the pack size is the same though and it is very long. It barely fits in our 5' 5" Crew can short bed. Just a couple of inches to spare!!
@@bigbadLN Sorry just noticed this. Yes the velcro on the screen room door does 'rip' off from the bathtub but there is not much you can do. I have not had an issue with it closing. No issue with bugs unless I forget to zip it closed. The bag is LONG. A little over 5' so if you don't have that linear distance in your car then this might not work for you. I drive an outback and sometimes I put it inside other times I strap it to the roof. (I purchased the overland bag in case it rains) I see they just came out with a slightly smaller version T3 Tandem. the pack size on that is just under 5'. I just don't like the Green colorway. nothing like waking up on a sunny clear day with the orange glow.
@@DMSAdventures We are still on the fence about it or the Magellan. We normally use a tarp (both for insulation when it’s cold but also in hopes that my kids will actually sleep past seven).
Hahaha!! Valid reason for sure!! The gazelle is darker in general. The orange obviously darker than the white AND the material is thicker! Man that's a tough call for sure. If you're able to save up... I'd probably go with the gazelle. If you literally just struggle with the idea of spending that much on a tent, the Magellan/ tarp combo should probably work in your average rain condition.
@@DMSAdventures it’s convincing the wife to spend that much on a tent. 🤣 If it was up to me we would have bought the T8 as soon as I heard about it early in the summer.
Haha yes!! But the gazelle is... fixable i think WITHOUT adding a tarp!! I think a tarp is the only way to keep the Magellan dry. So its the gazelle worth the extra money... in my opinion yes... but barely!!
@@DMSAdventures thanks watches your other videos was going to pay extra for the gazelle, now doesn’t seem it’s worth it and always out of stock. Seem they are made by same manufacturer in China with some tweaks.
I'm really glad to help you make an informed decision. I will say though that the materials of the gazelle are definitely sturdier than the Magellan!! The difference in the rain flys is huge in big design and thickness! I hope whatever you decide works out awesome for you!!
It does cover the cost for sure. But for lazy people like me, i don't want to spend any time putting the tarp over, securing it and then putting it away. That's just me! Thanks for joining the discussion!
Ya i plan on bringing it to the Indiana meetup!! We've got 3 solid uses so far and love it!! Thanks for checking out the video!! And thanks for recommending it!!
@@DMSAdventures I will be there too. Looking forward to seeing it in person. Wife still wants the T4+ . been going between our T4 and hammocks all summer.
Ya i debated on the T4+. It was ultimately those poles you have to add to the plus side that started me away from it!! Awesome, lol forward to seeing you there!!
do the windows zip on the inside? did you mention that or did i miss it? why not talk dimensions or show a sleeping bag or air mattress inside? sorry i thought walk thru was incomplete.
The windows do zip on the inside. It's a tough balance between showing information and keeping the video short enough for most people's attention span. There are other adventure videos where we feature the tent and show it full of gear etc. Thanks for the feedback!
Good review! I've been looking at these two tents. Still on the fence? Might just come down to price point?
We actually just posted a 3 year update review of the T8. It has really held up over alot of use. Expensive yes, but justifiably worth it in my opinion!
I have had this tent for two years now camping with my wife and two small children. Hands down the best tent I have ever owned. It has rained hard several times when we have been camping and it has never leaked a drop. We are at the point where I can pull into a campsite and have the tent set up with air mattresses and bedding in 7 minutes. I always get a lot of people asking about it at campgrounds. It’s one of the best things I have ever purchased and well worth the price. Only thing I will say negative is I will agree with the stakes being cheap, but I just bought a few new nicer ones.
Great comment! I am in full agreement with you. I did have some water get it in a bad storm around one window. I seam sealed that little area and haven't had an issue since!! Love the speed of getting this both up AND back down. Ya I've replaced with some inexpensive stakes from Walmart. They work great and are orange to match!! 😀 Thanks for the comment!! 🤜 🤛
@@DMSAdventures what is seam sealing? Thinking about getting this tent.
Seam sealing is putting a coating of a waterproof liquid over the seams. My gazelle ended up needing only a little bit around a couple places. You can check out this video for the pricedure. th-cam.com/video/ScpeP-_a-rk/w-d-xo.html
@@DMSAdventures checking it out now! Thank you
man, found your channel in an effort to fold my fast rise tent. Subscribed because your channel is awesome. Thanks
Hey man thanks alot!! We really appreciate it! 🤜 🤛 Always love having another member of Ye' Faithful Few!! 😀 I hope you were able to get that tent folded!!
Hello my friends, very nice looking tent. Sorry that rain water made its way into the tent. Thanks for sharing this with us. Make sure you watch my gear selection tag video. I tagged you. Take Care and Keep Exploring The Outdoors.
Oh man!! Ok ill check it out!! Ya I'm hoping the water was a fluke! We haven't had it in any other rain yet so we'll see!! Hey thanks for watching and letting us know of the tag!!
I don't need one but I WANT one. 😀 That's quite the palace!
Haha that's always an issue isn't it!! At that price though.... ya gotta need it!! Thanks for checking out the vid!! 🤜🤛
Exactly what I was thinking 😅
That was so helpful, thank you 🙏 Does Slithery come included? And can you make a video on how to get the knot out him? And how to get Elsa out from your mesh pockets? 😂
You are very welcome! I'm sorry to say no stuffed animals are included! You get to add your own to personalize your gazelle!! ;-) He had that knot tied pretty good! Its all about persistence and not giving up. Elsa is always somewhere crazy! I'll open up the refrigerator... and there she is staring at me. Hey thanks for watching and leaving a fun comment!
You guys put that up put it down no big deal! I love the rain hi and I agree but I would rather have some hooks or some thing and not have to tie every time! Still decent water! Thanks for the review!
Ya the tie up is pretty easy... its the untying that is time consuming and annoying!! I'm hoping the water was just a fluke but well see 👀 So much room though it's great 👍 Thanks for checking it out Flack Flam!!
1. You have great helpers
2. Thank you for reminding all "that there is a manual"
3. I replace all tent stakes that come with tents with the spikes sold individually at Walmart. They are less than $2 per spike and well worth it.
4. Love the big tent storage bag. They are usually 2 sizes too small.
Overall what is nice is that the tent takes little effort to set up. Nothing worse than getting in a campground late at night or when it is raining and have to set up a tent that is unusually complicated. I stopped tent camping a few years ago, due to my unlucky choice of camping during rain storms with the kids. This T8 looks like a great choice all around.
Hahaha great comment!! Yes my helpers are the best!! Yes i don't think I've ever had a Walmart stake bend! I have chucked one into a field before bc i had so much trouble getting it out of the ground though! The rains and storms can run any trip... especially when it ALWAYS seems to happen!! Hey thanks for dropping by and watching and taking a moment to post a comment!! 🤜🤛
Get some uv protectant. My faded quickly.
Great idea!! 👍
Hello how has the Gazelle T8 tent held up since your review? Looking to purchase this tent and it’s a hefty price😊. Thanks for your review.
We have used this tent at least 4 times a year since 2021 for probably a total of 15 times... still works like a champ. It's showing signs of wear but nothing catastrophic.
@@DMSAdventures did you have any small holes around the window seems. They are bigger than what a needle sized hole would be for the stitching.
Hmmm, not that i recall. Big enough for a needle? If you want, you could send me a picture of it to dmsadventures2020@gmail.com. A little seam sealer should close that off. I did have to add a little on a couple places in mine.
@@DMSAdventures thank you sending now
Probably gonna get a Shiftpod
Cool..... what's a Shiftpod?
Thanks for the video - sad to see it did get some rain in it but it was very limited so that's great news
Yes i agree. Given the intensity of the rain and where it was though i was ok with the amount that got in. I need to be IN the tent during a storm to figure it out! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!!
Tips:
Use a tarp, cheap one from Walmart works well, as a footprint. It will help to protect your floor. I also like a rug inside my Gazelle as it helps to protect the floor from wear. Plain old Astroturf type works well and doesn’t soak up water. Lastly, get better stakes and some parachute cord. You’ll thank me later.
Yup! All great tips! We do all that but we spring for a plush indoor carpet! Its SO comfy! We keep it away from the door! Thanks for watching and sharing those tips!
What size rugs do y’all use for this tent? I just got it and am trying to determine what size rug works best?
I believe we use a 5' x 7' for one side.
I have this tent but only used once before COVID. Getting read for a trip now and the rain fly doesn't fit right. The poles that stick out won't go into the metal holes at the top. I'm baffled. Gazelle doesn't even show this T8 anymore, nor does REI. Hard to even sell the thing (it's frankly much bigger than I need as it's just me).
That is super weird! Not sure why those wouldn't fit. I've put it up at least a dozen times and haven't had an issue! Sounds like a T4 would have been better for you!
How to Protect your tent from high winds ?? ..It's really Annoying
You'd have to guy out EVERY point that has a location to attach a guy line! I know! I HATE wind!
Great video and lots of info thanks for sharing! A review on another site said where the velcro floor is they had problems with bugs getting in,, have you?
Hey thanks for watching!! 🤜 🤛 No i have not!! I've even brought cords up through there for power or a propane heater hose and have not had any bugs! They're more likely to get in by going in and out of the door whenever it's open in my opinion!!
What a great video really informative and it helped me immensely I have a Insta tent right now and before next summer, I want to hopefully purchase the T4 plus and your little assistance are adorable
Thank you very much! When i can get them to help i love having them around! Good luck on getting the T4+! I hope your able to get it! If it's as good as the T8 (which I'm sure it is) you're going to love it!!
Awesome!!!👠🚌👠
Thank you!! :-)
Don’t know how you were going to set it up without the guy in blue t shirt. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
We wouldn't have been able to if he hadn't found the stakes!!
I recently order the T4 plus. Hope to do a few overland trips with two under 3
Oh nice!! I seriously considered the plus but ultimately opted for the two full Hub style areas. That'll be plenty of room with the kiddos! Have a great adventure!!! 👍 🤜🤛
hello first i must say thanks for your time for making this video .
i still didnt what is the difference from t4 plus to t8 , and what more fit to a family.
and please i really need help here , before i buy it i must know if i pull out all the PC's from the bag , what is the dimensions of the longest part without the case ? ill need to transfer it with flying case out of state and i need to know if it will fit it if i split it on the flying case . please help me here ❤🎉😊
You are welcome. We are here to help! The T4 plus vs the T8 has the same floor space. On one half of the tent they are identical. On the other half the T4 plus is a screen room with a wide open entry. There are 3 additional poles that must be installed after the tent is set up. Removing the tent from the bag doesn't reduce the length any. The length is 65 inches (165 cm).
When it rains, how easy is it to dry the bottom of the tent when you pack it up so that it doesn't pack up wet? Usually on a regular tent we fold it in half and dry one side then the other. Thanks for the video!
If it rains on it we always set it up when we get home to dry it out completely! I haven't tried to dry the bottom before folding it up! Hey thanks for the question!
So I’m having issues with the rain fly when I put it on and tried lifting the roof of the tent it felt like I was breaking the poles and almost feels like they don’t fit any tips to help me out
Are you putting the rainfly on with all of the hub walls pulled but the roofs down? If so that is correct. You just go in and push the roof hub up forcefully. My 5' 5" daughter has some trouble with it. It does feel like it could break but ive never had an issue with it. Give it a good solid shove!
did you have to velcro the floor in the big tent? that part was not clear. you show doing it on some separate item that i have no idea what it was. started to turn off video then u showed a cot inside. the way the cot is it takes up most of the room. what brand cot is it? whats a hub and do 2 come with the tent or is that a separate purchase? looks like a lot cut out on take down.
The floor is already installed when you get the tent. You can take it out if you want. I don't intend to take it out so i didn't show it. The other item i DID do it in is called the Cinch Hub. It's green. The cot is a Disco Bed bunkable cots. It does take up most the room. A "hub" is just a side wall of the tent, specifically the middle where all the poles connect. You don't have to buy anything separate. It's not too tough to put down given the size.
Oh I like this tent!!! The rain cove we, the velcro...lots if nice features. You guys are pros when it comes to putting up and taking down tents!
Haha we've done it a time or two since then and i think we're even faster now! It IS a great tent so far!! I'm hoping we'll be doing a "5 years later" video on it saying it's still a great tent!! Hey thanks for watching!! 🤜🤛
Great video on the T8! I’m currently on the fence between the T8 & the T4+. T4+ seems to be more popular but I think the simplicity of the T8 is slightly better not having extra poles.
Have you had any issues with the doors? My wife brought up that it is kind of a weird shape to get in and out of.
I had the exact same issue with the T4+. I didn't want to mess with any poles to set it up. I haven't had any issue with the door effectively. It IS awkward though. Check out our video on the Magellan tent. Same design but a much better door. It's cheaper but the rain performance is not as good. You'd have to spray the fabric and maybe seal the seams to make it work. Or use a tarp if you don't mind doing that.
I am doing the same thing I want the screened in room and then just walk into my bedroom instead of going out of the tent into a screened canopy having to take down two things put up two things. I watched a video on the
T 4+ and absolutely fell in love with it.
I love that they have that option! On our T8 we use one Hub as our bedroom and the other hub as more of a living room. We'll set up a movie and chairs! Still a great tent!
Great video! I watch the Magellan first and now this one, we tend to have heavy rains here in Florida, I’m guessing T8 is better option for this weather than Magellan… hahahahahaha. Joke aside, how did you place the disc o beds in the gazelle? We have the same bunk for the kids but never used in a tent, only visiting family or in a hotel
Hahaha nice!! Ya unless you're willing to put a tarp over it is recommend the gazelle. So to get the discobeds to fit you have to orient the cots long-wise in the tent. So one end of the cot is up against the far end of the tent and the other legs are actually over the divider and into the other hub area of the tent. Not sure if that explains it. I'll add another comment with a link to a video where you can see it setup. Thanks for watching and asking!! 🤜🤛
th-cam.com/video/CqIUOoHKsBA/w-d-xo.html
Glad that you went into such detail about the hubs when you folded it up to bag it. I'll be thinking that when I fold mine up from now on..the hubs want to hang out. It does look like an upside down umbrella when it's all folded together. I also noticed that you opened all the windows and doors before you took it down is that to help with folding it up?
Its funny, a lot of people have stopped watching the review by the time I get to the fold up process. Glad you hung around till then! You can do it either way, I think it helps get all the air out of the tent a little bit quicker when putting it away but it still works fine if you leave them all zipped up! Thanks for watching and leaving a great question for me!!
You’ll need to shift your rain fly over the hubs that’ll probably take care of any water seepage
I'm not aware of how to "shift" the rainfly. It's not long enough to get over the hubs on the short ends. I wish they DID make it a bit longer. The sides are covered great! 👌
That is one nice tent!! Im so glad you filmed the rain event too, it did great!
Ya it did alot better! I wish i knew how that little bit got in though. Just makes me nervous!! 🥺
@@DMSAdventures could it have just seeped up from the ground?
No i don't think so. The bottom material has a hydrostatic head of 5000 mm, nothing should seep through that under normal conditions. It was right by the door so I'm thinking something over there. 🤔
@@DMSAdventures oh ok darn
Thanks for taking the time to film this for us to see. Have you had any further rainy days with it and how did it do? Di the same side continue to leak? Could you figure out where the water was coming in from? I'm considering replacing my old REI Kingdom 8 with this tent and just wonder about how water proof it is.
Oh wow i almost bought the kingdom 8 a long time ago. It seemed like it took a bit of time to set up for what i was looking for. That's when i ended up going with the Cinch! I have had it in the rain again and it DID leak from a few spots on the end Hubs! Not alot though. I put some sealer just on those areas and haven't had it in the rain since. Make sure you leave the zippers for the doors up at the top so they are under the rainfly. The other place was at the corner of a window. If you have time go check out the end of Mister Daddy Camping Trip #2 Part 2. It POURED on us and i show where it leaked!! Thanks for checking in and leaving a question. I still think the tent is worth it overall.
Nice video can I ask how much the tent is
I believe it's currently around $700. Pricey for sure but i think it's worth it!
Thank you so much for your great reviews.
Hey Thanks alot for watching and leaving us a comment! We appreciate it!
Accidently purchased the T8 when I wanted the T-4 Plus. (got too excited when they came in stock) had UPS not even take it off the truck. After waiting for another re-stock I got my T4 Plus and love it. I've been in two camping trips with a couple of rainy days. I did have water come in the screen area but it was my fault by not closing the screen covers. I know you will enjoy this tent. I enjoy mine.
Awesome!! Hey thanks for the comment! I debated on the T4 plus and ultimately decided against it because of the extra time to put in those 3 extra poles to frame out the screen door area! I'm SUPER lazy when i go to set things up! Ya its possible i didn't have the door zipped properly on that one side (or maybe i can blame it on the kids!) We are using it this weekend and it looks like rain so we will get another good test... this time while being IN it!! Thanks for taking the time to comment! We appreciate it!
I ordered a T_4 Plus and I am waiting for it to arrive. I am glad to hear that you are enjoying yours. I have two concerns however. First, I saw in a video that the screen room entrance is a challenge because of continuously having to rip the Velcro at the floor seem. Also the zipper doesn't go all the way down went closing from inside. The second concern is if I can fit this tent into my small hatchback since the bag looks very long. Did you have any issues like this?
I don't have the T4 plus, i have the T8 so not sure on the zipper issue. I believe the pack size is the same though and it is very long. It barely fits in our 5' 5" Crew can short bed. Just a couple of inches to spare!!
@@bigbadLN Sorry just noticed this. Yes the velcro on the screen room door does 'rip' off from the bathtub but there is not much you can do. I have not had an issue with it closing. No issue with bugs unless I forget to zip it closed. The bag is LONG. A little over 5' so if you don't have that linear distance in your car then this might not work for you. I drive an outback and sometimes I put it inside other times I strap it to the roof. (I purchased the overland bag in case it rains) I see they just came out with a slightly smaller version T3 Tandem. the pack size on that is just under 5'. I just don't like the Green colorway. nothing like waking up on a sunny clear day with the orange glow.
The T8 is definitely a nice tent!!!
It is!! 2 adventures under our belt with it so far!! It's working great. 💪
@@DMSAdventures We are still on the fence about it or the Magellan. We normally use a tarp (both for insulation when it’s cold but also in hopes that my kids will actually sleep past seven).
Hahaha!! Valid reason for sure!! The gazelle is darker in general. The orange obviously darker than the white AND the material is thicker! Man that's a tough call for sure. If you're able to save up... I'd probably go with the gazelle. If you literally just struggle with the idea of spending that much on a tent, the Magellan/ tarp combo should probably work in your average rain condition.
@@DMSAdventures it’s convincing the wife to spend that much on a tent. 🤣 If it was up to me we would have bought the T8 as soon as I heard about it early in the summer.
Oh man!! Right there with ya buddy!! 👊 $$ for gear may have come up with my wife a time or two as well!!
Thats the worst entrance door i have ever seen on a tent
Ya it can take you out pretty easy if you're not paying attention or happen to lose your balance!!
@@DMSAdventures lovely tent , its just the door...
Great video! Very well done!
Hey there Chris!! Thanks and thanks for watching! You looking at getting a Gazelle!?
@@DMSAdventures we are looking at the T4.
Finally you can answer if the gazelle is worth the extra $$$, they both leaked!
Haha yes!! But the gazelle is... fixable i think WITHOUT adding a tarp!! I think a tarp is the only way to keep the Magellan dry. So its the gazelle worth the extra money... in my opinion yes... but barely!!
@@DMSAdventures thanks watches your other videos was going to pay extra for the gazelle, now doesn’t seem it’s worth it and always out of stock. Seem they are made by same manufacturer in China with some tweaks.
I'm really glad to help you make an informed decision. I will say though that the materials of the gazelle are definitely sturdier than the Magellan!! The difference in the rain flys is huge in big design and thickness! I hope whatever you decide works out awesome for you!!
The money you save on the Magellan more than covers the cost of an Extra Tarp to cover you in a downpour.
It does cover the cost for sure. But for lazy people like me, i don't want to spend any time putting the tarp over, securing it and then putting it away. That's just me! Thanks for joining the discussion!
Yes!!! Cant wait to check it out.
Ya i plan on bringing it to the Indiana meetup!! We've got 3 solid uses so far and love it!! Thanks for checking out the video!! And thanks for recommending it!!
@@DMSAdventures I will be there too. Looking forward to seeing it in person. Wife still wants the T4+ . been going between our T4 and hammocks all summer.
Ya i debated on the T4+. It was ultimately those poles you have to add to the plus side that started me away from it!! Awesome, lol forward to seeing you there!!
do the windows zip on the inside? did you mention that or did i miss it? why not talk dimensions or show a sleeping bag or air mattress inside? sorry i thought walk thru was incomplete.
The windows do zip on the inside. It's a tough balance between showing information and keeping the video short enough for most people's attention span. There are other adventure videos where we feature the tent and show it full of gear etc. Thanks for the feedback!