OneTigris Backwoods Bungalow Review

[@jsboyer29]

I just purchased this tent and can’t wait to try it out. Thanks for the info. Enjoyed your video!

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Hey Joshusa, Congratulations, I hope you enjoy your new tent. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@johnl2445]

Well done. You covered everything I wanted to know .
Thank You and Happy Camping!

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thanks John. Glad I got it all covered. Thanks for the comment

[@eddiemason4316]

I really like this tent, alot. It's on my shopping list. Thanks fer showing your setup!

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thanks Eddie. I love the tent. Now I am always torn between tent or hammock camping. I have another video coming that compares it to the original one. I like them both for different reasons.

[@alexanderweaver4838]

When it rains I add a longer or taller center pole to the awning and the rain just runs off. I love sitting in my camp chair during rain and snow conditions. After the rain or snow I'll remove the center pole. For additional wind protection I'll use the cheap 5X7 blue tarp in the tiny stuff sack from Walmart and place it on the side or front depending on the wind direction. Try the Thermarest foam pillow. It beats all inflatable pillows and I've tried most of them, too. Another thing I do is place a sheet of tyvek beneath the tent floor for protection; nothing has ever punctured the tyvek. Washing the tyvek a couple times in our washing machine and drying it on low heat has taken all of the crinkly noise out of it and makes it very easy to roll rather having to fold it. Somehow it even feels lighter. It adds another sheet of insulation beneath you as well. After initially setting it up in my backyard I realized it needed five more stakes so an additional set of MSR Groundhogs were added, surprisingly adding very little weight to the kit. I am working on making it a four season tent by adding a custom made liner. I have four other tents but this is my favorite due to the awning as I like to leave it up and not close it. I do most of my cooking, reading and just enjoy sitting underneath it. If you're into stealth camping like I am, especially now that so many people are getting out into the woods due to the pandemic, I bring along a Ginsco 6.5X10 camouflage netting and cover my tent after trekking deeper into the woods or higher up a mountain slope.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Wow. Thanks Alexander. There are some excellent tips in here. I hope everyone reads this. I'll try that pillow. I have an isolated Thermarest sleeping pad that I really like. Is this the one you recommend? amzn.to/3ov9jaI

[@brace-4-impact]

I've seen people use the front side trecking poles in different lengths, so that the rain water just automatically drains out of one side and awning doesn't start sacking.

[@ModernGentleman]

I think a ridgeline is much faster. Just my personal preference. Instead of running your toggle in the ridgeline, use a prusik loop on each end of the tent. Much easier to get it taught and keep it that way. Great tent and great review👍

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

I agree Bearded Rider. If you see my later videos you will see Presik knots used on the ridge line. do it for my tents and tarps

[@DevilDog68]

I really appreciate the review... lot's of good inside scoop! LOL!

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thank you for the feedback Frank. Glad you got some good out of it.

[@OneTigris]

Thanks for the great introducation! Hope you enjoyed it~~

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Enjoy it? Absolutely. This tent makes me feel like a kid again and begs me to go out and enjoy the outdoors.

[@OneTigris]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors Haha, thank you for saying that!!!

[@InkedGnome]

So do deal with rain pooling on the awning use a shorter pole in one of the corners. It will provide a slope for the water to flow off. It will affect the head room a little bit but can always be adjusted again when the rain stops.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Hey InkedGnome, Thanks for sharing the good tip and for watching.

[@paulconnor8519]

Thanks Dan, good review

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thank you for watching Paul.

[@johnvanboolen7820]

Great video, I think thats a good plan to use the trekking poles for the awning as they can be adjusted where the tent poles cannot be changed. About your pillow , have you tried that non slip mesh they use for putting under rugs on a slippy floor, I had some issues and it seemed to work ! Take care mate

[@redneckprepper3881]

Awesome review bro. Ty

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

You're welcome. Tanks for watching and commenting

[@stilkterrin]

Nice video. Thank you for sharing it. You have my support. :)))

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thanks Stilk Terrin Bushcraft. I really appreciate it.

[@Otis010707]

Dan, GREAT video! I have the same tent and look forward to doing overnights with one or two of my labs therein. What state do you live in as I am terribly jealous of you r ability to open carry. Alas, NOT happening in NJ where I hail from!

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thanks for the comment. I plan to take this tent on a bicycling trip on the Allegheny passage and C&O canal path this summer. I live in Virginia, it is legal to open carry. I also have a permit for conceal carry.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

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[@johnnyriddle1059]

New subscriber here....Great review but there is one thing I'm curious about. If you had lowered the two trekking poles so the canopy slopped down (if the rain was coming from the back.) would the rain shed off good. I ask because I would want to be able to have the canopy up all the time during heavy rain.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Hi Johnny Riddle, Thanks for the sub. I think I know what you are asking but please correct me if I am not answering correctly. When we had the hard rain. Both my son and I lowered only one side of the canopy by removing the pole and zipping up. The wind was to the back side of the tent so we both stayed dry even though one side of the canopy was up. The water shed to the back of the tent as well as down the lowered side of canopy. Worked great and had good air flow in tent. Was able to look outside and watch the hard rain all night long.

[@Nick-qz1ii]

Great vid.
What is the small hatchet you have there?

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thanks Nick, It is the Schrade SCAXE2 11.8in Stainless Steel Small Axe with 3.8in Blade

[@juanfernando3405]

Thanks for the info. A few days ago I saw a video in which they said that there were serious condensation problems inside that tent. What is your opinion? Could you make a video about it?

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Hi Juan, I have not seen an issue with condensation. I make sure the back side is pulled out to allow air flow. I also usually sleep with one of the front sides up or cracked open to increase the air flow. I have seen some condensation when closed up all the way. I also did have condensation in the winter when the deep snow blocked the back airway off. It is to be expected with any tent that does not use a top screen with a rain fly. Just got to keep some air movement.

[@juanfernando3405]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors Okay. Thanks for the reply.

[@prestonsamson3674]

I want to buy this tent for use in all seasons and i want to rely heavily on this tent when i hike and camp in most states. Do you think this would be a good tent for winter camping? Ive heard nothing but good things to say about this tent and you reply back to viewers so i thought i would ask you.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Hi Preston, I have read that this is a 3 season tent. Spring, Summer and Fall. I think the reason it is not stated as a winter tent is that it is single walled and if not properly ventilated will cause condensation on the inside which will freeze. I have used it in temps down in the 20s and I thought it did fine as long as I kept vents open to circulate the air. That does make it a little cooler inside but that is what a good sleeping bag is for and I like my face cool at night when I sleep.

[@emilyhammond9264]

I recently bought one of these off of amazon... I tested it out in my yard on a rainy night and it basically was a swimming pool in the morning. This seems to be a common issue with this tent. It leaked like crazy in the 2 back corners. Too bad, because I love the design but I had to return it.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Hey Emily, Sorry to hear that. I have had no problems like that with mine and you are the first I have heard with it. Hopefully you got a return or replacement.

[@emilyhammond9264]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors I'm going to be able to return it with free shipping... really too bad. I love the set up. It seems like you either get a great one or a complete lemon looking at more reviews. I'm glad you got a good one!

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

@@emilyhammond9264 I'm glad you get a full refund. I have both the original one and this one. Gave the original to my son. Both did not leak at all. Hope you have better results with the next one.

[@BakerBaker1-9]

Good review 👍 - so many tents to choose from - I really like the awning / bakers tent design - what kinda stove was that ?? sub left - GOD bless

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thanks Baker Baker. I do like the tent. Just the right size for one person. Small enough to pack and big enough for a basic tent.
I think the stove is listed in the description but that was the Redcamp wood burning stove. I have several solos and bushbox ones but tend to use this one the most. I also did a review of it if you search look through my other videos. thanks for watching and commenting.

[@BakerBaker1-9]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors I'll search your vids - thanks for the info - stay safe

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

@@BakerBaker1-9 Thanks

[@TomKirkman1]

Heavy cotton duck pup tents. Weighed about 20 pounds. But we made do.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

TomKirkman1, I remember those. What great memories. My parents also had the big canvas tent that always smelled like Bologna. Ha Ha. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@TomKirkman1]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors This tent is a unique concept. A tent with a tarp porch. And it's not very heavy. A small vent near the ridge line would take care of most of the condensation problem. Otherwise I have replaced three of my other tents with this one for kayak camping.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

@@TomKirkman1 I believe so. Just slept in it last night. Very little condensation but that is because I had the front open. It rained and did leak just a bit. Wish it where a tad bit bigger but that would make it weight more. Still Love it.

[@water_feind9152]

How has your continued use of this tent been? i recently purchased it over a few others and I'm hoping I made a good decision.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Good so far. I have been using hammock lately but am planning another trip with this tent. I just need to seam seal that one spot where I hang the light. Hope yours performs well.

[@jimi6335]

I'm a hammack and tarp guy but this is the type of tent I'd get is it water proof I get mixed reviews on this tent how was ur experience

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Still loving the tent. Has a small drip from the top seem as shown in one of my videos. I just need to seal it sometime. not bad enough to be urgent. Very little amount of water. I too mostly hammock camp

[@kayakangle]

Newest version comes with 12 stakes and the tabs on the main support do come with grommets for trekking poles unlike this one.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thanks for sharing. I am glad to hear that. OneTigris is a good company that keeps innovating and improving.

[@kayakangle]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors Yes I would agree with you. This is my second onetigris tent and 4th overall product from them and I must say I'm happy with all of them.

[@UguysRnuts]

Been considering the Backwoods Bungalow for a while, but realize now it wouldn't work for me. I want an awning that can be left up overnight in the rain independent of a door. Bailing water off an awning every 5 minutes is not acceptable. I'd still need to rig a tarp. Thanks for the comprehensive review.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

You're welcome uguysmuts and you are correct. I just did a video where I used it in the remnants of hurricane. Held up good. I raised the canopy up a little further on one side and had no problem with pooling. Can also lower one side at night and prevent pooling. I used a separate tarp when I want to close all the way up but still have a cover to get underneath.

[@UguysRnuts]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors If One Tigris installed an inner flap as a door as well as the awning/door already there, I think I could adjust the angle of the awning to avoid pooling.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

@@UguysRnuts Good Ideaa

[@JohnSmith-df4vb]

Its a very fast tent to set up if using trees and bungees.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Excellent input John. I bet it would be a lot easier to balance out the 4 corners using bungees. I prefer the two trees but always take me additional time to get the line up correct. Your solution would fix that. Will give it a try. Thanks

[@JohnSmith-df4vb]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors i use bungees all the time to setup bashas so it was habbit to use them with this, but prefer bungees that have carabiners at the end rather than hooks so no chance springing off.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

@@JohnSmith-df4vb I have a bunch of small carabiners that I will combine with some shock cord and give it a go. Again excellent Pro TIp. Thanks.

[@davidabbott7673]

What is the name of the tent lantern you use?

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Hi David, It is the Brila Mini Lantern amzn.to/3nirtvV I really like the lantern and it has several levels of brightness and alternate Red. The big fail of this lantern is that the Red light only blinks or blinks SOS but there is no constant Red. If they fixed that then it would be my best pick.

[@tacontrees1806]

Great video and new subscriber. What pack do you use in the video im looking for one similar in design?

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thanks for the Sub Paul, This is the Condor Titan Assault Pack in MultiCam. It is a bit smaller pack and would consider it an overnighter maybe 3 day if you are an absolute minimalist but it is very very comfortable. I love it.
I'll put a link to it in comments. Also, here is link if you need details. I could not find it in MultiCam on Amazon but sure you can find it elsewhere. amzn.to/3jyVea9.

[@tacontrees1806]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors ty yeah i normally use the wisport raccoon 45L

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

@@tacontrees1806 That is a great pack and size. If you are looking for something smaller the Condor Titan is an excellent pack. It is stated at 40L but I really doubt that I would say 35L.

[@tacontrees1806]

@@DansEverythingOutdoors yeah im def gonna look into that one for day hikes or overnighter

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

@@tacontrees1806 I do plan to review the pack but I am behind editing by about 10 videos. LOL

[@pJL7Jl]

Is this tent practical against heavy rain

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Oh YES Mr Cora. Check out my other video when I stay out in the remnants of a Hurricane. Thanks for watching

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Yes

[@adib396]

Thanks for the sub Dan, subbed back. ATB from England.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Thanks Adi B

[@sunnyscott4876]

I guess this doesn't qualify as "glamping "........🤯
I always have my S&W Airlite .22mag. Dang!

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

LOL. I guess not.

[@frankie-stein7649]

It's way to small and no Stand up room

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

Yes, No room to stand up. It is meant for packing in and bushcraft not for car camping. Keeping size down means keeping weight down. Thanks for commenting

[@dazdeluxe6672]

It's not a marquee

[@bobabooey4537]

Review didn't show everything closed up. Otherwise well done and a good showing. Carrying a gun on the hip while camping doing a review looks hilarious but I'm not American so I don't get it.

[@DansEverythingOutdoors]

It's an American thing. Love it. Thanks. On a real note: My father in law just got attacked by a rabid racoon last week while out tending to cattle. Luckily he had his 410 shotgun with him and was able to put it down after kicking it away from himself. You never know.

[@USA2283]

Yeah I carry a gun when I get snackies at the gas station. America. Fuck around and get shot. Carry a gun in the shower. It don’t matter

[@redneckprepper3881]

Well that's the blessing of being an American. We take our right seriously and would hate to have to give a reminder of 1776....