Great review. I will say I own this tent and after some extensive usage have a little to add: I live in CO and we get some odd weather at times including freak snow storms in spring and autumn. This tent does very well in even torrential rain and snow way above what it is designed to be used in. Had a blizzard one time, this tent didn't even flinch. But, heavy rain or snow does expose its weakness, all that water proof material means it's not breathable, there is very little air flow inside if you have the windows all closed. In cold weather with 2 people inside it, you do get quite a bit of condensation inside. Those top 2 vents are not optional, they have to be open while you are inside of it. If the weather is bad enough to where you think you need to close them, then you do not want to be in the tent at all. Bring something to compensate for condensation, even a little kitty litter to wick moisture from the air helps loads. 2) While it is not rated for it, I have had this tent up in 50+ mph winds, and it handled it like a champ. You need the guy lines in anything above 10 mph, but it actually did way better than I expected. I was expecting it to collapse, it did not. I was expecting a rip in a seam or at the guy points, there was not. 3) The little hanging hook point is not great. I only use it for the lightest of LED lanterns, anything more than a half pound in weight and it creates a weak point where water collects on top and starts to eventually seep in. Really heavy lanterns can also cause water to come in those top vents. So use that attachment point with caution. Other than that, this is the best tent I have ever owned. I love it and it really does set up in just about a minute as shown.
Nice to know about the center lantern. I usually an inflatable lantern that is super light so I haven't experienced the sag. I agree with the need for vents though, especially when it rains.
I have been eyeing up this tent for the past couple of years but have always hesitated due to reviews mentioning condensation and water ingress Whilst I appreciate the review, especially as it was left up overnight which a lot of reviews don't do, I was intrigued by the fact she said, there's no condensation on the inside, there was never going to be much as there was nothing in the tent creating any heat, is always better to have a review like yours where the tent has been used in real world situations Thanks for you information on this particular tent
@@johnclark448 Glad it was useful to you. Yeah, the condensation is it's biggest issue. But there are a lot of things you can use to mitigate it. The last camping trip I went on with it just this last Labor Day weekend, we just left 1 window cracked a bit the entire trip. No issues, and even in light rain we got no moisture inside. If your tent has condensation issues in it, try bringing a ziploc baggie with kitty litter and opening it up in the tent. Seriously helps a lot.
I bought this tent mostly based on your excellent review. I was replacing a 20 year old Hillary dome tent that had served us incredibly well. We love this Coleman cabin tent. True 6ft center height. Huge windows. Zippers operate smoothly. Sturdy construction and heavy duty material. 2 big pockets inside plus lantern hanger. Fits me and my wife with a inflatable queen mattress plus two chairs and small table and all our gear. It's also a great looking tent. We love it.
I'm glad to hear it! I had an old Hillary 10p dome tent I got from Sears years and years ago. A storm finally came through and snapped a fiberglass pole. Good tent for many moons though.
I used on of these my 6 years as a BSA scout master. We camped once a month. I had several better and more expensive tents, but I used this one most weekends because of the speed, and quality. It saw a lot of use and was always waterproof and never failed me in a storm.
Love your videos. I’m old now, but I remember going camping with my Girl Scout troop. We 11 and 12 year olds had those old, heavy, army green, canvas tents that we had to set up by ourselves in groups of 4 Girl Scouts per tent. They were gosh awful heavy, and they stunk. After about an hour of yelling, bossing, screaming, biting nails, hair pulling, “taking breaks,” and crying, we usually got the tent up. ( Our scout mothers were up in the cabin while we were out “in nature”. ) Good memories. Tents have certainly improved since the 1960s. ; )
I've used this tent in Death Valley and just like you said, HEED the wind warning. Tent did not fair well in high winds. What you can do temporarily is drop each corner down a peg to lessen the wind push. That way your tent is 3 feet tall and not 6 feet. Really does help in a pinch.
Great review! By that I mean you gave it a real test in real world conditions. You thoroughly explained its features and your advisories regarding staking it down and wind strength were timely bits of information for anyone considering purchasing the tent. Well done!
Thanks so much. I appreciate it. The snow was an unexpected test but it performed well. The weather in the Northwoods of Wisconsin is unpredictable this time of year.
This tents a game changer, I go camping constantly, it is by far the best tent I've ever owned. 4 years strong so far no leaks,tears, and its lasted through some wicked storms. Great review
@@LoneCrowAdventures for the first 2 years I just used what came in the box but I eventually bought a fly for it for the end of the year trips, definitely helps with the heavy rain.
Thanks for reviewing this tent! I appreciate the 24 hour test in the rain (and snow!). I also likes that you timed the setup, staking, and staking the guy lines. THANKS!!!
rain turning to snow. nice performance. it didn't let water get to where the ice would open the seams. now i have to look at this one over the sun dome.
I purchased this tent or myself and set it up in my backyard. I did attach the rainfly, but I did not stake it down. It rained the entire day. And I did notice leaks around the perimeter on the bottom. It appears that the bottom black half got so saturated with rain that it leaked through. I do like the tent because it is very easy for me to set up and is comfortably roomy.
For a 3-season tent, it did amazing in a 4- season condition... and, I wouldn't call that "light snow" It stuck and it looked like it was layered ; it just wasn't blizzard conditions, but I lived in Northern Nevada for a few years, and that wasn't light snow... I am really impressed by this tent... You didn't even have the rain fly on it... I know the fly for this tent doesn't go to the ground, but it you could make one or find one that would ; this could possibly withstand some wind storms too... This is why Coleman has been around for over 100 years.... Thanks so much for this great review... On another note... could you possibly find some tents that could be used for everyday "emergency" or homeless situations that alot of us are having to face these days... It would take a tent that would be able to go up and down quickly and easily; and often, as much as every day; be 4-season, probably have a vestibule ( for gear and/or bathroom/ toilet area...).and hold up through it all, , as well as pack away small and lite. Which design/ construction would be best ( dome, pop-up; teepee; cabin,and materieal, etc) I can't express to you how important this is now-a-days with all that is happening in our country and around the world.... People are having to redefine exactly what "homelessness" really means... or, exactly what makes a "home".... thanks again for your honesty and integrity and God Bless.You.
Don't forget this tent has a rain fly you can buy extra to make it even more water proof. My first solo camping trip I used a 6 person Tee Pee tent. It did leak a little. Plus it rained both nights I camped. Thank you for your review.
Just went camping with the family and my Kelly didn’t held up to the rain and we were soaked. I had to get rid of the tent because it was DONE ✅. I couldn’t believe it. This tent looks pretty promising, thank you for the awesome review.
This is a great looking tent and you also did a great review in it as well. It caught my eye because it’s not too expensive and super easy to set up. Perfect size for myself, my wife and son and our dog. My big concern was that I have read it leaks in rain. Well after watching your video and seeing how well it did in rain AND snow I’m pretty convinced. Also no moisture inside as well.
I have the orange 6 man version of this which I purchased 3 years ago. It’s my alternative if I camp alone instead of my Napier 8400 suv tent. Some rain in the bottom if I don’t have the tarp underneath just tight. I had to replace one of the bolts in the joint on the top since I use it frequently. Also in many cases you have to purchase the rain fly separately. Which I got off of Amazon. Worth the money in space and quick set up
Just purchased this for shoulder season camping, I wanted to be able to zip everything up if necessary. It's just me but didn't want to have to pitch a privacy pop-up for "facilities" if it gets chilly. Thanks for your reviews.
Great review. I spent 4 days at Fisheating Creek in SWFL last week when our first cold front came thru the last nite we were there. Went from 75 to 32 in about 5 hours which is something for a Florida Cracker. Had my Ozark Trails instant tent ( Have only used in fair weather) Between all the rain leakage and wind, it proved to be a real piece of crap. Will be getting the Coleman that I should have bought in the first place.
I have a four person Coleman tent and have used it in primitive camping and camping in state parks. Stayed two nights recently in Uwharrie Forest and it rained and I slept very good! No leaks! The only issue I have is I can never get it packed up small enough to fit in the original box. So I simply take it down and wrap it up in the tarp I put under it, bungee cord it and put it in the back of my car.. Hope to use it a lot more.
I've been looking into buying this tent as I'm a LARPer in New England (and weather up here is always nuts) I'm SO glad I found this review. I absolutely found my new tent!
@@LoneCrowAdventures hey quick question. How's the taking down and repacking on this? I HATE repacking tents because they never fit in the bag again. Did you have trouble with this one?
i just found your channel today as i was doing research for tents, and i really loved your channel and style of presentation, very good, informative and enjoyable videos.
Once again, thank you for your review. I watched your review on the Dark Room Tent. I'm grateful that you reviewed this model. Have a blast and be safe.
I would like to know if you have posted earlier a video of how to pack this tent back to normal...its easy to have it unpacked but when to pack it again. I think it's gonna be tough a bit
I appreciate you reviewing stuff on the level a family would use. There's a lot of reviews out there that focus more on the avid outdoors person who will use a $300 tent, but i will not.
Thank you for reviewing this tent, the rating and the great quality you mentioned is all true, I actually bought this tent a couple weeks ago and I love it.
@@LoneCrowAdventures I have to tell you the bad news unfortunately, I slept in my tent last night with the rain fly on it and it rained, few minutes later I see water coming through all around the stitching that connects the floor piece to to the walls of the tent, I have about 1 galon or more of rain water in the tent. I noticed the this particular stiching all around near the floor doesn't have that transparent sealing tape and I wonder if this is a factory defect or they all with this flaw. I guess I can repair it but I'll see. I cant return it since I bought it from an auction
We lived in our tent for 2years and had 2 of these and the only issue it has was the door u zip it pull up and out on the corner of the tent cause the bad thing is the zipper on the door rips easy so zip slow do as I suggested it really helps
I just ran across your channel. Im a little older lady looking for easy set up durability and value. This tent fits the bill for me as i sont back pack camp so much anymore. However this is exactly what im looking for to car camp with my dog. Im about to run to walmart only 2 left. I cant wait to get set up fall camping in the south is my FAVORITE time. Love YOU. New subscriber gonna binge your channel
They do also make a rainfly you can order for this tent. The link is in the description. Pretty solid tent. I've used it year round. This video was early March I think. Fits a cot nicely and room for a pet bed too for your Woof Baby!
Trying to camp with my partner and a large dog has been complicated. We do a lot of 3 day kayaking trips to the coast and I can’t keep affording hotels, but I also need to sleep or I am not a fun (or nice) person. The problem is that the nervous pooch paces, and when she paces I stay awake. It’s ridiculous but I’ve solved the problem with a doggy cot between our people cots. Now our 3 cot set up ends up being just under 7feet long and 7.5 feet wide. My partner’s ancient dome tent was 10x12 and I did end up tripping and bending the dog cot, which I then had to replace. Ugh! The tent also got ripped and a pole bent so it needs a replacement. I’m really stuck on how much space around the cots I need to not trip over everything and break stuff. I’m leaning towards to 6 person cabin tents, especially the instant setup, but I wonder how a smaller footprint cabin tent would compare to a larger footprint dome tent. If a 10x12 foot dome tent was the right size, but barely, would a 9x10 cabin tent also work? Any advice? I’m afraid if I move up too much, the tent might not fit in the camping sites. California coastal camp grounds are not large. Plus, I work 4 looooonngg days for those 3 days off and I am super tired so I want to save all my energy for the water not putting up a tent, and some of the 8 person tents seem to start to get a bit complicated. I sure would appreciate any advice you or anyone might have!
I might actually look at a tunnel style of tent that has more room to walk around. I think in the 6p instant coleman you'd be a bit cramped with two cots and a dog cot. They do make an 8p version of the Coleman instant cabin tent which is what I would go with if I were you.
They're recommending 2-4 man versions if this model for wildland fire spike camps as your ‘budget Catoma’. Thanks for proving it’s still a viable choice.
I went with this 6 person version for camp so I can stand up and get my gear on. The 4 person is only a slightly smaller footprint and you can't fully stand up in it. Gramping it in spike camp!
Super helpful review, thank you! I just ordered this tent based on your review--it was for sale at $109 (woot) and I'm super excited to try it out. Thanks again!
Yes, very good deal! I purchased it for the same price and the optional rainfly accessory as a secondary protection barrier from the elements. I received the items this same day!
Thank You for your excellent review. I recently purchased this tent because of your review and a few other reviews. Yours was the best of them. My 25 year old Gander Mountain Dome tent is worn out. Mainly broken zippers.
I have seen so many reviews that say this tent leaks. I have one that I bought in 2015 and we've used a few times and I don't recall it leaking, last time we used it there was a moderate storm (rain and wind) and I don't think I remember it leaking? Guess I'll have to try it out again and see if it does or not lol
Great review of me again. Just got mine and set it up in the backyard. The door zipper is really rough. Can a person spray silicone on the zipper and track ?? Pretty happy except for the zipper.
@@LoneCrowAdventures I got some dry silicon spray and it worked great . The tent survived a 50MPH storm in Oklahoma the other night . Great tent for the money .
It looks like the guylines are mandatory, right? Since the poles can pivot at the hub, so each of the four poles can move (collapse) towards each other with the very slightest force. Not like a conventional tent, where the poles are continuous (i.e. rigid) through the center. Am I right?
I love love love mine. Ordered a rainfly but it didn’t fit, so hopefully I’m good if it ever rains. I did spray with camp dry. The thing is sturdy and saves a lot of energy with the camping experience.
@@LoneCrowAdventures We are wondering about the larger 8 or 10 person version for when we take kids along. Are they just as easy and quick, and as sturdy?
Awesome review! So many reviews are not tested in the real world or you get fake reviews that lie about performance. Thank You again for the great review.
I was thoroughly impressed with this tent. Now their is an additional rainfly you can purchase separately for added protection for those instances when you are expecting prolonged heavy rain (like over an entire weekend) but I've never found that I needed it. I believe the link to that attachment is in the video description. Let me know how it goes!
Hi, FYI, I'm not sure if you have an older or just a better model but I'm currently sitting in rain in Starved Rock State Park. It's staked out properly but the walls and seams are seeping. We're just sitting here cracking up and enjoying ourselves but your viewers should know to be aware of this. Thanks!
It was no surprise that you would be testing in the rain then come back in the snow. LOL The tent dd great! I am glad you mentioned the heavy winds not to set up. Great review! be well and Trail on!
Hello Samatha. I am looking to buy the Colemen 6 Person Instant Cabin tent. You mentioned that the cabin tents have an issue with condensation. I did have lots of issues with condensation in a big 10 person Coleman Cabin tent that was about 15 years old as well as all of the water proofing properties were gone and rain literally poured right through it. Question for you is, do you think if I bought the Rain Fly accessory add-on for this tent, that it may help with the condensation issue? I camp mostly in the late fall when it is cool during the day and really cold during the night so when I sleep, it causes lots of condensation to build up on the ceiling and then drips all over my sleeping bag and other gear. I welcome any of your expert advice. Thank you so much, Scott
I've just spend a few days in this tent and I'm not in complete agreement with the glowing reviews. The rainfly allows rain to pour into the tent via the front door. The door opening is further out than the fly. Also, I have another Coleman tent with a continuous zipper for the front door, which, after this experience, would be superior than the two zippers that meet at the bottom, just another place for rain to come in. I'll apply a larger patch where those two zippers come together and rig up something to protect the door from the rain. I read reviews on Coleman's site and the rain fly appears to be the biggest shortcoming. Having said that, the set up was pretty easy (the poles are torqued that make the pulling the tent taunt difficult, maybe after using, they'll straighten out) and the walls seem fairly impervious to the rain. Plenty of room for me, my junk, and my dog. I'm a 60 year plus camper so not unfamiliar with camping in various weather conditions.
I will agree with the rainfly downfall. If there is windy it can blow the rainfly off or blow water up underneath the rainfly so it's important to make sure sides of tent are facing wind direction instead of front or back.
@@LoneCrowAdventures your welcome. I just bought a Coleman tent just like the one in your video, thanks to you, you really sold me on the tent. I think Coleman should put you on their payroll.😉
@@glennwhitt7375 I hope you have a lot of success with it! I like it for road trips, especially. Easy to pop up and take down when I'm on the move! Good luck!
Loved the video. I watched 4 reviews on this tent and for some reason no one showed the takedown and pack up. Does this tent pack up nicely and actually fit back into the bag?
It fits back into the bag pretty well. I leave the spider disc thing just out of the unzipped part of the bag most of the time because it's faster. If there is moisture on the tent it's harder to get in the bag for some reason but all in all not bad!
@Lone Crow Adventures that would be cool too see how it works out. I'm currently outlanding in Oregon and thought about camping for a month but it's still cold here.
Awesome! Thank you, I appreciate your honest videos. I just subscribed. Hey, I just bought a kelty tallboy 4 tent; because it was the same eureka tent that I owned 30 yrs ago & my husb & I travelled cross-country on a 900 cc honda bike & trailer with. Unfortunately; I thought I could set it up by myself, since we setup it up 50 times at least in rain, snow; a great tent; but not even close! It is definately a 2 person setup only. It is only10 lbs, with a case & removable rain tarp & I love it, but no longer married. If coleman has a 3/4 person of this; I'll be sending the kelty back; this one, I can setup solo & my boxer dogs will take up the rest of the floor space. :)
I try to find good and bad reviews of most 'important' purchases. I'm currently looking to see what tents are available. I've had this tent since 2013 and a clip on one of the legs has started acting up - i could still camp tonight if needed. Otherwise, the tent has been great, i put it over a cheap tarp every time i set it up to protect the floor from rocks, etc.. I'm in Arizona and camp at least monthly yet my tent rarely sees rain. Typically I don't know it has rained until I wake up and go outside to find everything wet. We do however get wind, lots of it. Guy'd out properly, this tent easily puts up with heavy wind. For 9 years (2022 now) this tent has been a champ and while I am looking to replace it, I can't find anything i like better.
They also have a supplemental rainfly you can buy too. I believe the link is in the video description. You won't be dissatisfied! Thanks for checking it out!
Have had this a couple years and recently used it 2 of the last 4 weekends - different weather at each camp. First weekend, in North Texas, it was 92° in the afternoon, but a cold front came thru with a nasty storm at 3am. Held up to the winds very well, but I noticed some water seeping in on one of the lower corners and along a window seam - perhaps a result of 2 years of use? Other than that, it did great, and for the most part, stayed dry. 2 weeks later at a camp in the Texas Hill Country, we only got up to 74° on a sunny day and dropped to 40° at night. We had the windows shut bc of the chilly air, and even with the top vents open, we got a lot of condensation on the walls and roof - so much dripping. Any suggestions to prevent or at least reduce the amount of condensation we experienced?
A small two man for cold camping..... that's a loaded question. Lol give me a price point as a reference point and I'll weigh in my opinion. So many option, some cheaper and some more expensive.
@@LoneCrowAdventures $300 or less? No need for hot tent w stove etc... not looking for a lightweight backpacking tent... just a modest tent that provides some protection from cold and wind.
@@kevinconway7646 the Eureka mountain pass 3 is on at backcountry for $277 right now. I've used two eureka tents (3 season ones) and both have been great quality.
Great review. I will say I own this tent and after some extensive usage have a little to add: I live in CO and we get some odd weather at times including freak snow storms in spring and autumn. This tent does very well in even torrential rain and snow way above what it is designed to be used in. Had a blizzard one time, this tent didn't even flinch. But, heavy rain or snow does expose its weakness, all that water proof material means it's not breathable, there is very little air flow inside if you have the windows all closed. In cold weather with 2 people inside it, you do get quite a bit of condensation inside. Those top 2 vents are not optional, they have to be open while you are inside of it. If the weather is bad enough to where you think you need to close them, then you do not want to be in the tent at all. Bring something to compensate for condensation, even a little kitty litter to wick moisture from the air helps loads.
2) While it is not rated for it, I have had this tent up in 50+ mph winds, and it handled it like a champ. You need the guy lines in anything above 10 mph, but it actually did way better than I expected. I was expecting it to collapse, it did not. I was expecting a rip in a seam or at the guy points, there was not.
3) The little hanging hook point is not great. I only use it for the lightest of LED lanterns, anything more than a half pound in weight and it creates a weak point where water collects on top and starts to eventually seep in. Really heavy lanterns can also cause water to come in those top vents. So use that attachment point with caution.
Other than that, this is the best tent I have ever owned. I love it and it really does set up in just about a minute as shown.
Nice to know about the center lantern. I usually an inflatable lantern that is super light so I haven't experienced the sag. I agree with the need for vents though, especially when it rains.
I have been eyeing up this tent for the past couple of years but have always hesitated due to reviews mentioning condensation and water ingress
Whilst I appreciate the review, especially as it was left up overnight which a lot of reviews don't do, I was intrigued by the fact she said, there's no condensation on the inside, there was never going to be much as there was nothing in the tent creating any heat,
is always better to have a review like yours where the tent has been used in real world situations
Thanks for you information on this particular tent
@@johnclark448 Glad it was useful to you. Yeah, the condensation is it's biggest issue. But there are a lot of things you can use to mitigate it. The last camping trip I went on with it just this last Labor Day weekend, we just left 1 window cracked a bit the entire trip. No issues, and even in light rain we got no moisture inside. If your tent has condensation issues in it, try bringing a ziploc baggie with kitty litter and opening it up in the tent. Seriously helps a lot.
@@jordanbeard6687 interesting suggestion.
@@johnclark448 this is a very valid point.
I bought this tent mostly based on your excellent review. I was replacing a 20 year old Hillary dome tent that had served us incredibly well. We love this Coleman cabin tent. True 6ft center height. Huge windows. Zippers operate smoothly. Sturdy construction and heavy duty material. 2 big pockets inside plus lantern hanger. Fits me and my wife with a inflatable queen mattress plus two chairs and small table and all our gear. It's also a great looking tent. We love it.
I'm glad to hear it! I had an old Hillary 10p dome tent I got from Sears years and years ago. A storm finally came through and snapped a fiberglass pole. Good tent for many moons though.
I used on of these my 6 years as a BSA scout master. We camped once a month. I had several better and more expensive tents, but I used this one most weekends because of the speed, and quality. It saw a lot of use and was always waterproof and never failed me in a storm.
We used this tent in the midwest and Western states on road trips. I love it!!!
Love your videos. I’m old now, but I remember going camping with my Girl Scout troop. We 11 and 12 year olds had those old, heavy, army green, canvas tents that we had to set up by ourselves in groups of 4 Girl Scouts per tent. They were gosh awful heavy, and they stunk. After about an hour of yelling, bossing, screaming, biting nails, hair pulling, “taking breaks,” and crying, we usually got the tent up. ( Our scout mothers were up in the cabin while we were out “in nature”. ) Good memories. Tents have certainly improved since the 1960s. ; )
When I was little my dad had one similar to that. And yes, you're right it did stink. It didn't matter how long that thing aired out!
This is how all tent reviews should be... thank you!
You're so welcome 🙏
I've used this tent in Death Valley and just like you said, HEED the wind warning. Tent did not fair well in high winds. What you can do temporarily is drop each corner down a peg to lessen the wind push. That way your tent is 3 feet tall and not 6 feet. Really does help in a pinch.
That actually I'd a great idea! I would not want to use this tent in areas without wind block, that's for sure!!!
Great review! By that I mean you gave it a real test in real world conditions. You thoroughly explained its features and your advisories regarding staking it down and wind strength were timely bits of information for anyone considering purchasing the tent. Well done!
Thanks so much. I appreciate it. The snow was an unexpected test but it performed well. The weather in the Northwoods of Wisconsin is unpredictable this time of year.
This tents a game changer, I go camping constantly, it is by far the best tent I've ever owned. 4 years strong so far no leaks,tears, and its lasted through some wicked storms. Great review
Thanks for the feedback. Do you use the additional rainfly that you can buy or just right out of the box as is?
@@LoneCrowAdventures for the first 2 years I just used what came in the box but I eventually bought a fly for it for the end of the year trips, definitely helps with the heavy rain.
I was thinking about getting one but so far haven't needed one. Thanks!!!
Thanks for reviewing this tent! I appreciate the 24 hour test in the rain (and snow!). I also likes that you timed the setup, staking, and staking the guy lines. THANKS!!!
You're welcome. Hope his helps you make a decision!
Perfect timing! I need a big car camping tent and you did a GREAT JOB covering any concerns!! Really well done.
This one is great for road tripping too! So easy to set up, that's why we bought it.
Don't buy it. I purchased it, tested it and had water inside the TENT!
Agreed, I purchased it based on this video and it did not perform as stated here. Walls were very wet during the rain.
You are a very talented reviewer. Congratulations on being so clear!
Thank you, I appreciate the feedback 😊
rain turning to snow. nice performance. it didn't let water get to where the ice would open the seams. now i have to look at this one over the sun dome.
I personally prefer this tent over the sun dome but I've been through some serious storms in the sun dome too! Both are great tents!
I purchased this tent or myself and set it up in my backyard. I did attach the rainfly, but I did not stake it down. It rained the entire day. And I did notice leaks around the perimeter on the bottom. It appears that the bottom black half got so saturated with rain that it leaked through. I do like the tent because it is very easy for me to set up and is comfortably roomy.
Hmmm. Might want to add some waterproofing to those bottom seams if you're getting leaks.
There is no rainfly
For a 3-season tent, it did amazing in a 4- season condition... and, I wouldn't call that "light snow" It stuck and it looked like it was layered ; it just wasn't blizzard conditions, but I lived in Northern Nevada for a few years, and that wasn't light snow... I am really impressed by this tent... You didn't even have the rain fly on it... I know the fly for this tent doesn't go to the ground, but it you could make one or find one that would ; this could possibly withstand some wind storms too... This is why Coleman has been around for over 100 years.... Thanks so much for this great review... On another note... could you possibly find some tents that could be used for everyday "emergency" or homeless situations that alot of us are having to face these days... It would take a tent that would be able to go up and down quickly and easily; and often, as much as every day; be 4-season, probably have a vestibule ( for gear and/or bathroom/ toilet area...).and hold up through it all, , as well as pack away small and lite. Which design/ construction would be best ( dome, pop-up; teepee; cabin,and materieal, etc) I can't express to you how important this is now-a-days with all that is happening in our country and around the world.... People are having to redefine exactly what "homelessness" really means... or, exactly what makes a "home".... thanks again for your honesty and integrity and God Bless.You.
Thanks for the positive feedback. I appreciate it greatly
Don't forget this tent has a rain fly you can buy extra to make it even more water proof. My first solo camping trip I used a 6 person Tee Pee tent. It did leak a little. Plus it rained both nights I camped. Thank you for your review.
You're welcome 😊
Just went camping with the family and my Kelly didn’t held up to the rain and we were soaked. I had to get rid of the tent because it was DONE ✅. I couldn’t believe it. This tent looks pretty promising, thank you for the awesome review.
This one is amazing 👏
Good review. Thorough. You have it going on. Thanks. Looked at other reviews, you clinched it for me. I bought it, I'm satisfied. 1 person setup.
This is a great looking tent and you also did a great review in it as well. It caught my eye because it’s not too expensive and super easy to set up. Perfect size for myself, my wife and son and our dog. My big concern was that I have read it leaks in rain. Well after watching your video and seeing how well it did in rain AND snow I’m pretty convinced. Also no moisture inside as well.
If you want added protection they do make a rainfly you can purchase additionally. I believe the link is in the description.
I have the orange 6 man version of this which I purchased 3 years ago. It’s my alternative if I camp alone instead of my Napier 8400 suv tent. Some rain in the bottom if I don’t have the tarp underneath just tight. I had to replace one of the bolts in the joint on the top since I use it frequently.
Also in many cases you have to purchase the rain fly separately. Which I got off of Amazon. Worth the money in space and quick set up
I have not got the rainfly but so far have not needed it.
Just purchased this for shoulder season camping, I wanted to be able to zip everything up if necessary. It's just me but didn't want to have to pitch a privacy pop-up for "facilities" if it gets chilly. Thanks for your reviews.
We just camped in this last night and had enough room for our portable toilet with plenty to spare.
We just camped in it last night and had enough room for our portable toilet with plenty of room to spare.
Great review. I spent 4 days at Fisheating Creek in SWFL last week when our first cold front came thru the last nite we were there. Went from 75 to 32 in about 5 hours which is something for a Florida Cracker. Had my Ozark Trails instant tent ( Have only used in fair weather) Between all the rain leakage and wind, it proved to be a real piece of crap. Will be getting the Coleman that I should have bought in the first place.
Yep the Coleman won't let you down!!!
I have a four person Coleman tent and have used it in primitive camping and camping in state parks. Stayed two nights recently in Uwharrie Forest and it rained and I slept very good! No leaks! The only issue I have is I can never get it packed up small enough to fit in the original box. So I simply take it down and wrap it up in the tarp I put under it, bungee cord it and put it in the back of my car.. Hope to use it a lot more.
I just leave the spider part hanging out the top of the bag as well.
I've been looking into buying this tent as I'm a LARPer in New England (and weather up here is always nuts) I'm SO glad I found this review. I absolutely found my new tent!
Good luck. Let me know how it works!
@@LoneCrowAdventures hey quick question. How's the taking down and repacking on this? I HATE repacking tents because they never fit in the bag again. Did you have trouble with this one?
Great review. Thank you. I’m looking into this tent. New subscriber here.
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i just found your channel today as i was doing research for tents, and i really loved your channel and style of presentation, very good, informative and enjoyable videos.
Thank you so much!!!!
Once again, thank you for your review. I watched your review on the Dark Room Tent. I'm grateful that you reviewed this model. Have a blast and be safe.
Thanks so much for the positive feedback!
Hi! Great comments! i am from Brazil and I just bought this tent because of your video! thanks
Good luck with it! You'll have fun!
I would like to know if you have posted earlier a video of how to pack this tent back to normal...its easy to have it unpacked but when to pack it again. I think it's gonna be tough a bit
No, but I should because several folks have asked.
I appreciate you reviewing stuff on the level a family would use. There's a lot of reviews out there that focus more on the avid outdoors person who will use a $300 tent, but i will not.
I agree, there seems to be a gap of what the average person actually uses.
Great review. I just ordered this for my summer fall tent. I use a small 4 season for winter. Keep the great reviews a coming .
Thanks I sure will try!!!!
Thank you for reviewing this tent, the rating and the great quality you mentioned is all true, I actually bought this tent a couple weeks ago and I love it.
I'm glad to hear that! Good luck out there!!!
@@LoneCrowAdventures I have to tell you the bad news unfortunately, I slept in my tent last night with the rain fly on it and it rained, few minutes later I see water coming through all around the stitching that connects the floor piece to to the walls of the tent, I have about 1 galon or more of rain water in the tent. I noticed the this particular stiching all around near the floor doesn't have that transparent sealing tape and I wonder if this is a factory defect or they all with this flaw. I guess I can repair it but I'll see. I cant return it since I bought it from an auction
Great set up but not sure about the waterproofing when I have used it.
It's been okay the times I've used it. It's a great road trip tent!!!
We lived in our tent for 2years and had 2 of these and the only issue it has was the door u zip it pull up and out on the corner of the tent cause the bad thing is the zipper on the door rips easy so zip slow do as I suggested it really helps
I'll have to watch for that
Best practical review I have seen in a long time on a tent. Great job!! I will certainly buy.
Glad I could help!!!
Great demonstration of the features of this tent.
Thank so much for stopping in!
Great Demonstration!
Thanks so much. I appreciate it!
I just ran across your channel. Im a little older lady looking for easy set up durability and value. This tent fits the bill for me as i sont back pack camp so much anymore. However this is exactly what im looking for to car camp with my dog. Im about to run to walmart only 2 left. I cant wait to get set up fall camping in the south is my FAVORITE time. Love YOU. New subscriber gonna binge your channel
They do also make a rainfly you can order for this tent. The link is in the description. Pretty solid tent. I've used it year round. This video was early March I think. Fits a cot nicely and room for a pet bed too for your Woof Baby!
Trying to camp with my partner and a large dog has been complicated. We do a lot of 3 day kayaking trips to the coast and I can’t keep affording hotels, but I also need to sleep or I am not a fun (or nice) person. The problem is that the nervous pooch paces, and when she paces I stay awake. It’s ridiculous but I’ve solved the problem with a doggy cot between our people cots. Now our 3 cot set up ends up being just under 7feet long and 7.5 feet wide. My partner’s ancient dome tent was 10x12 and I did end up tripping and bending the dog cot, which I then had to replace. Ugh! The tent also got ripped and a pole bent so it needs a replacement. I’m really stuck on how much space around the cots I need to not trip over everything and break stuff. I’m leaning towards to 6 person cabin tents, especially the instant setup, but I wonder how a smaller footprint cabin tent would compare to a larger footprint dome tent. If a 10x12 foot dome tent was the right size, but barely, would a 9x10 cabin tent also work? Any advice? I’m afraid if I move up too much, the tent might not fit in the camping sites. California coastal camp grounds are not large. Plus, I work 4 looooonngg days for those 3 days off and I am super tired so I want to save all my energy for the water not putting up a tent, and some of the 8 person tents seem to start to get a bit complicated. I sure would appreciate any advice you or anyone might have!
I might actually look at a tunnel style of tent that has more room to walk around. I think in the 6p instant coleman you'd be a bit cramped with two cots and a dog cot. They do make an 8p version of the Coleman instant cabin tent which is what I would go with if I were you.
This was a great video! You are awesome and thank you for the great detail!
You're welcome 😊
Good one. If I didn't have so many tents I certainly would consider this one. Thanks.
I've got a tent addiction problem too!!!!
Wonderful, can't thank you enough for this genuine, detailed review.
I'm glad you found it helpful!
@6:27 There is a puddle of water on the floor.
Yeah that was from my boots going in and out
thank you for the review of this tent
You're welcome! I hope it helped tremendously!!!
Thank you so much! This has helped me make my tent purchase decision. Great review!
Hope you enjoy it!
Your reviews are very well done. Down to earth and real 🇨🇦🍻👍
Thanks so much I really appreciate it 🙏
They're recommending 2-4 man versions if this model for wildland fire spike camps as your ‘budget Catoma’. Thanks for proving it’s still a viable choice.
It's an excellent tent! I love it!
I went with this 6 person version for camp so I can stand up and get my gear on. The 4 person is only a slightly smaller footprint and you can't fully stand up in it. Gramping it in spike camp!
@@Colbyzmom being able to stand up makes such a difference!!!!
Super helpful review, thank you! I just ordered this tent based on your review--it was for sale at $109 (woot) and I'm super excited to try it out. Thanks again!
That is a steal!
Yes, very good deal! I purchased it for the same price and the optional rainfly accessory as a secondary protection barrier from the elements. I received the items this same day!
Love the fast forward rock music!
Lol thanks!!!!
Thank You for your excellent review. I recently purchased this tent because of your review and a few other reviews. Yours was the best of them. My 25 year old Gander Mountain Dome tent is worn out. Mainly broken zippers.
I'm glad to hear you're liking it so far!
Just bought this tent after this review! Thanks! :D
Good luck! Let me know how it turns out!!!!
I bought the green tent version of this model. With 3 mins of not even heavy rain, water started pouring in from the top and all sides.
Hmmmm. That doesn't sound good. Send it back. An obvious defect
I have seen so many reviews that say this tent leaks. I have one that I bought in 2015 and we've used a few times and I don't recall it leaking, last time we used it there was a moderate storm (rain and wind) and I don't think I remember it leaking? Guess I'll have to try it out again and see if it does or not lol
I've used it several times without any issues.
Just bought one and I think I'm gonna love it! You definitely hit on all of my concerns. Great review!
Great! Let me know how it works out for you!!!!
Congrats on your purchase. What is your experience after all of these months?
Can you attach a tarp to the top to use as an awning ?
If you wanted to you could rig something up for sure.
@@LoneCrowAdventures I thank you for your help
Hello thanks for the video I'm wondering if I can Able to use this tent in winter season? Like 20 degress weather ?
What if the windows were open would that help in winds. With a good bag of course.
It certainly couldn't hurt. This way it could flow through.
Do you feel the 8 person Coleman instant tent would score a 5 as well. Seems to be the same exact design just a little larger.
Yes I do believe that it would perform very well.
Great review of me again. Just got mine and set it up in the backyard. The door zipper is really rough. Can a person spray silicone on the zipper and track ?? Pretty happy except for the zipper.
If you get a wax candle and run it on the zipper that will help a lot!!!!
@@LoneCrowAdventures I got some dry silicon spray and it worked great . The tent survived a 50MPH storm in Oklahoma the other night . Great tent for the money .
It looks like the guylines are mandatory, right? Since the poles can pivot at the hub, so each of the four poles can move (collapse) towards each other with the very slightest force. Not like a conventional tent, where the poles are continuous (i.e. rigid) through the center. Am I right?
If it's windy, yes guy lines are recommended. I generally always use them just for stability
What is the diferences to skylodge model?
The skylodge has a three section canopy I believe....
I have the 4 person model but I want the 6 person. In your opinion is the material for this tent thicker than other tents in its class?
This is the 6 person model and I love this!!!!
I love love love mine. Ordered a rainfly but it didn’t fit, so hopefully I’m good if it ever rains. I did spray with camp dry. The thing is sturdy and saves a lot of energy with the camping experience.
It's awesome. We use this on road trips when we have to set up and tear down quickly to get going back on the road.
@@LoneCrowAdventures We are wondering about the larger 8 or 10 person version for when we take kids along. Are they just as easy and quick, and as sturdy?
Awesome review! So many reviews are not tested in the real world or you get fake reviews that lie about performance. Thank You again for the great review.
Thanks so much! I appreciate the feedback for sure!
What an excellent tent, review and channel. New Subscriber on the spot.
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Thanks, my car camper partner and I were just this morning wondering about this particular tent and the water proofing... ❤️👏
I was thoroughly impressed with this tent. Now their is an additional rainfly you can purchase separately for added protection for those instances when you are expecting prolonged heavy rain (like over an entire weekend) but I've never found that I needed it. I believe the link to that attachment is in the video description. Let me know how it goes!
Hi, FYI, I'm not sure if you have an older or just a better model but I'm currently sitting in rain in Starved Rock State Park. It's staked out properly but the walls and seams are seeping. We're just sitting here cracking up and enjoying ourselves but your viewers should know to be aware of this. Thanks!
Just got one last week. Enjoyed your review. Very helpful 👍
Good luck out there!
It was no surprise that you would be testing in the rain then come back in the snow. LOL The tent dd great! I am glad you mentioned the heavy winds not to set up. Great review! be well and Trail on!
Yeah this tent actually surprised me. I thought I might have to rip on it a bit but I was totally satisfied. It's our new road trip tent!
I see a lot of reviews stating the poles break easily but it might be user error? Any problems that u found out with this issue,. Thanks so much
I would be very surprised if they broke. They ate made of steel. Perhaps the plastic clips crack?
I just ordered the 6p instant cabin tent and the rain fly just in case. .Thanks for all ur hope. 😀
A great review on cabin tents. We wonder though...would a rain fly be helpful? Thanks. Liked and subscribed.
Yes, they do make a rainfly which you can purchase additionally. There is a link in the description for the rain fly.
I love this channel !
Thanks so much for the praise!
Hello Samatha. I am looking to buy the Colemen 6 Person Instant Cabin tent. You mentioned that the cabin tents have an issue with condensation. I did have lots of issues with condensation in a big 10 person Coleman Cabin tent that was about 15 years old as well as all of the water proofing properties were gone and rain literally poured right through it. Question for you is, do you think if I bought the Rain Fly accessory add-on for this tent, that it may help with the condensation issue? I camp mostly in the late fall when it is cool during the day and really cold during the night so when I sleep, it causes lots of condensation to build up on the ceiling and then drips all over my sleeping bag and other gear. I welcome any of your expert advice. Thank you so much, Scott
I've just spend a few days in this tent and I'm not in complete agreement with the glowing reviews. The rainfly allows rain to pour into the tent via the front door. The door opening is further out than the fly. Also, I have another Coleman tent with a continuous zipper for the front door, which, after this experience, would be superior than the two zippers that meet at the bottom, just another place for rain to come in. I'll apply a larger patch where those two zippers come together and rig up something to protect the door from the rain. I read reviews on Coleman's site and the rain fly appears to be the biggest shortcoming. Having said that, the set up was pretty easy (the poles are torqued that make the pulling the tent taunt difficult, maybe after using, they'll straighten out) and the walls seem fairly impervious to the rain. Plenty of room for me, my junk, and my dog. I'm a 60 year plus camper so not unfamiliar with camping in various weather conditions.
I will agree with the rainfly downfall. If there is windy it can blow the rainfly off or blow water up underneath the rainfly so it's important to make sure sides of tent are facing wind direction instead of front or back.
Would you recommend it or the 8 person instant cabin tent by Coleman
I personally like the 6p because it is more stable in windows and rain.
It would be for 2 adults and 2 kids teenagers
Thanks a million !! You have a very cool channel & your presentation was thorough.🙂
Thanks for stopping by to check it out!
@@LoneCrowAdventures your welcome. I just bought a Coleman tent just like the one in your video, thanks to you, you really sold me on the tent. I think Coleman should put you on their payroll.😉
@@glennwhitt7375 I hope you have a lot of success with it! I like it for road trips, especially. Easy to pop up and take down when I'm on the move! Good luck!
@@LoneCrowAdventures thank you my kindred spirit
@@glennwhitt7375 you're welcome!
Loved the video. I watched 4 reviews on this tent and for some reason no one showed the takedown and pack up. Does this tent pack up nicely and actually fit back into the bag?
It fits back into the bag pretty well. I leave the spider disc thing just out of the unzipped part of the bag most of the time because it's faster. If there is moisture on the tent it's harder to get in the bag for some reason but all in all not bad!
Also remember you can snap your poles tiring them off. U can run blankets over your tent to stay warm and it also doesn't hurt to use nail stakes
If you put blankets on the the tent it would negatively impact condensation management. I would not recommend this.
Just thinking out aloud; Would a flap over the door be helpful to keep the rain water and/or snow out when opening the door?
It would be if you secured it in such a way as to create sort of a stopped awning.
one of things I noticed (on my only Coleman brand tent) was that thier zippers SUCKED.....how was the zipper on it?
I had no issues with the zippers on it.
Another great review!
This one is far superior to the 10p Darkroom in my opinion!
Thanks for your review!
Your welcome. I appreciate it
Great video!
Have you ever added a vent to one of these kind of tents to make it a hot tent where you can add a stove?
No but I was seriously thinking of turning this tent into a hot tent!
@Lone Crow Adventures that would be cool too see how it works out. I'm currently outlanding in Oregon and thought about camping for a month but it's still cold here.
What a fantastic review. I'm buying this tent after your review. Thank you!
Let me know how it works out. I'd love to hear about your adventures!
Best review of a tent.
Thanks so much
Just got the 10 person. Thank you so much!
Good luck, let me know how it works for you!!!
Thank you!! Im purchasing one based on your reciew
Good luck. Let me know how it works out
Ok how long did it take you to unpack the tent? Then put down the bottom tarp. I’m looking at at least 15 minutes
On road trips I can have the tent unpacked, guyed out and ready to be loaded with gear in about 7 minutes total.
So is it rainproof without the rain fly? Don't see it installed in the video.
Yes it is. The rainfly is an extra attachment you can buy for extra protection in very heavy rain.
@@LoneCrowAdventures oh ok good deal! Bought mine today.
Been using this tent for years and love it. I kinda broke the zipper on the bottom & I'm not sure if its still fixable?
What happened to the zipper?
Awesome! Thank you, I appreciate your honest videos. I just subscribed.
Hey, I just bought a kelty tallboy 4 tent; because it was the same eureka tent that I owned 30 yrs ago & my husb & I travelled cross-country on a 900 cc honda bike & trailer with. Unfortunately; I thought I could set it up by myself, since we setup it up 50 times at least in rain, snow; a great tent; but not even close! It is definately a 2 person setup only. It is only10 lbs, with a case & removable rain tarp & I love it, but no longer married. If coleman has a 3/4 person of this; I'll be sending the kelty back; this one, I can setup solo & my boxer dogs will take up the rest of the floor space. :)
I'm 5"2 and I can easily set this one up myself!
They make a 4 person version of this tent also.
I try to find good and bad reviews of most 'important' purchases. I'm currently looking to see what tents are available. I've had this tent since 2013 and a clip on one of the legs has started acting up - i could still camp tonight if needed. Otherwise, the tent has been great, i put it over a cheap tarp every time i set it up to protect the floor from rocks, etc.. I'm in Arizona and camp at least monthly yet my tent rarely sees rain. Typically I don't know it has rained until I wake up and go outside to find everything wet. We do however get wind, lots of it. Guy'd out properly, this tent easily puts up with heavy wind. For 9 years (2022 now) this tent has been a champ and while I am looking to replace it, I can't find anything i like better.
I love this tent for road trips. I also agree with guiding it out as it does catch some wind due to its height.
Great review! thanks
Thanks for stopping by to check it out
Got 4person ver. Can’t wait to try
Hope you like it!
Nice review ! Lots of conflicting info out regarding it leaking.
I know a lot of people say it leaks but I've never experienced that
great review. i had a coleman 4 person tent that lasted 5 years and i was looking to upgrade to a bigger one. this one will be my next purchase!
They also have a supplemental rainfly you can buy too. I believe the link is in the video description. You won't be dissatisfied! Thanks for checking it out!
Great review! I have been eying this and thanks to your video I know a lot more about it. Thanks!
You're welcome! I'm glad I could help!!!
Definitely getting it.
It's a sweet tent!
Considering you didn't even add the optional rain fly the tent rocks! Thank you.
I'm still rocking this tent without the rainfly!!!!!
Have had this a couple years and recently used it 2 of the last 4 weekends - different weather at each camp. First weekend, in North Texas, it was 92° in the afternoon, but a cold front came thru with a nasty storm at 3am. Held up to the winds very well, but I noticed some water seeping in on one of the lower corners and along a window seam - perhaps a result of 2 years of use? Other than that, it did great, and for the most part, stayed dry. 2 weeks later at a camp in the Texas Hill Country, we only got up to 74° on a sunny day and dropped to 40° at night. We had the windows shut bc of the chilly air, and even with the top vents open, we got a lot of condensation on the walls and roof - so much dripping.
Any suggestions to prevent or at least reduce the amount of condensation we experienced?
Leave one of the windows cracked a bit snd make sure the vents are opened up.
Great videos! If you had to recommend 1 cold wx 2 man tent for car camping what would it be? Thanks!
A small two man for cold camping..... that's a loaded question. Lol give me a price point as a reference point and I'll weigh in my opinion. So many option, some cheaper and some more expensive.
@@LoneCrowAdventures $300 or less? No need for hot tent w stove etc... not looking for a lightweight backpacking tent... just a modest tent that provides some protection from cold and wind.
@@kevinconway7646 the Eureka mountain pass 3 is on at backcountry for $277 right now. I've used two eureka tents (3 season ones) and both have been great quality.
@@LoneCrowAdventures thanks for your time! Gona look it up now.
@@kevinconway7646 good luck!