Also being a Rob,i'd like to complement on your positive outlook at things.Looks like youre having fun.Keep it up!

We have just come back from a four day camp with my 10x10. No question in my mind the Kodiak has to be the best tent for seniors in rain or shine.

@RobandMarvy

3 жыл бұрын

I agree.

I was in the Army in the 1970s and we were still using WWII canvas tents.

Thanks, great information. Springbar has a hot tent if you are into that.

White Duck also seems to be a quality canvas brand. The only KZreadr who mentions White Duck is Wranglerstar. I would get the bell tent. I am over 70 and the bell tent has one center pole, so it would be easier for one person to set up.

@rebeccajohnson8769

Ай бұрын

Bell tents are very nice, but with the slant walls, you have a large footprint, but less space to stand up straight around the outside edge. We have a Soulpad conical tent (the Tribe, which is very similar to a bell tent), and found that over time, the cotton duck shrank just a bit & it has gotten more difficult to get the center pole in. I personally cannot do it easily alone, and my partner has to put that in. It used to be far easier. In terms of interior set up with a round, we liked putting our cots in a U-shape, leaving the center area free. Plus, slant walls mean you can easily store gear on the tent-side of your cot.

I have an easier time setting up my Kodiak than a nylon tent

Ty had this question! Great information

Well thought out!!!

Good breakdown!

Great information. As always you explain you view so well.

@RobandMarvy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Susan!

Great report

Thanks Rob for all the great info! We will be taking out our new Kodiak 10x14 to CO here very soon! Can't wait to try it out. We did a dry run setup in the backyard and first time setting it up by myself took me about 20-25 mins - not to bad. To be honest, I fought getting the rainfly on my old tent that long lol. And yes - I'm glad the tent comes in different bags for the different stuff. Makes it much more manageable. Trying to get the tent in while it was all in one box - was heavy to say the least. Everyone in the family loves the new tent. Was nice and cool - even in the direct sun. That was the amazing part to us. In our old nylon tent - it would be so hot you couldn't go in it during the daytime. But the Kodiak was great. Thanks for the videos - we are super excited to try it out here and glad we joined the canvas tent community!

@RobandMarvy

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked the video David. I agree with the windows open, even in trhe sun, the tent is cooler than outside.

@merds01

2 жыл бұрын

@@RobandMarvy well we got to put it through all four seasons in CO. Had 6" of snow (was not forecasted), rain, ice, and 80 sun. All in 3 days - was quiet and experience. But the tent did amazing. Never got wet once and it held up much better than our friends tents under the weight of the wet snow. And the lag screws - man that made it easy to setup in the rocky ground - great advice.

Thank you!! You were so right about just get out there and do it! I've spent months looking over these tents and I'm just going to pull the trigger for Kodiak 10 x 14 deluxe. Thank you again.............

@RobandMarvy

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

Thanks man

I love the smell of chemicals in the morning. The nylon 🌧 fly on our Quick set clam only lasted 16 months due to sun and wind. I found a round white 12 foot poly tarp for it. Works great.

@RobandMarvy

3 жыл бұрын

And when the smell goes away you can always sniff the fumes from that partially used tube of seam sealer in the bottom of the stuff sack.

@RobandMarvy

3 жыл бұрын

And when the smell goes away you can always sniff the fumes from that partially used tube of seam sealer in the bottom of the stuff sack.

@rebeccajohnson8769

Ай бұрын

I used to throw a cheap roll of plastic painter's drop cloth in my kit as an emergency tarp. You can run it under the existing rain fly (it just needs to block the moisture condensing through the fly, or being driven through it in a bad storm) or tie it down over.

Your awesome 😎

It really depends on what type of tent one buys and how long one is going to use it for in the field. My dad has a person backpacking tent nylon tent older than me. I was born in 1986. It's doing just fine. We also have a huge nylon tent that my parents bought when I was a kid. My dad finally replaced the zipper on it. We also have a canvas tent that my Pop-pop gave to my mom. Then, we have a huge gazebo that used for eating and cooking. No one talks about gazebos. I feel that they are essential if one wants to do some tent camping at a campground. My brother hammock tarp since he likes to sleep in a hammock. I have one person backpacking tent from Eureka! Since, I feel that my backpacking tent is too heavy, I want to try a tarp and ground cloth system for backpacking. I will just sleep in my tent with out the poles since I expecting that I will be camping in trees. All our tents have lasted great. Nylon tents need to be build for the wind. Some are definitely not. So, I have seen some blow away in the wind because they weren't staked down. Most backpacking tents do very well in the wind since they have a low profile. Good nylon tents will have the inner tent and a fly. Thus, all the condensation will be kept out of the tent. I think that canvas tents are more inherently less waterproof than nylon. I have never had water leak through in any of our nylon tents. I have no idea what Rob is talking about with smell. Our nylon tents don't smell. Of course, if you put it right next to the fire, it's going to get holes in it plus smell like camp fire. I would get a canvas tent if I knew I would be living in it for a year or longer since it doesn't get that damaged by the UV. One can use a wood stove with canvas too. Canvas is usually more expensive than nylon. I have slept in a canvas tent and teepee for a few weeks too. Again, it really depends on what one wants to use the tent for. For an average camper, I would recommend a brand name nylon tent with poles. I know a lot about tent camping because my family did it every summer when I was growing up. We didn't have a pop up tent, RV, or a van. We lived in tents and used a gazebo. We had propane stove and a few lanterns. Since I was a kid, I slept on a foam pad which I found out was super uncomfortable as a young adult. Sorry, I wrote a lot more than just using a canvas or a nylon tent. My family and I have slowly bought and used different types of camping gear other my entire lifespan.

@RobandMarvy

3 жыл бұрын

Yes Lizzie, everyone has different experiences. And I would agree, everything should last a long while iff you take care them.

@Liendoelcm

3 жыл бұрын

No question that the 10x10 Kodiak is built for those who want to car camp in the same spot for a few days. I have used mine in winter and in summer and it is virtually bomb proof. Never had any water come in and this last trip I had the window flaps open and no bugs inside because of the screens. Helps it having a built in floor too and under that I have the groundsheet. Heavy steel pegs are great, but I also have a supply of 7 inch nails for use where the ground is stoney. This tent will also take heavy winds where other tents disappear over the horizon. Highly recommended.

Great information 👍

@RobandMarvy

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

🥀💃🥀 I always enjoy! 🥀💃🥀

Great video, I’ve got the 10x10 vx and it is awesome. Being 68 I’ve gone to lag bolts for stakes. 2 charged no problem. Thanks again

@RobandMarvy

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear Jeff. Yep lag boltss make life so much easier.

@dhrtiwalter8670

Жыл бұрын

Lag bolts?

Thanks Rob. Very helpful review! Kind of confirmed my understanding, but was important to hear from the professional :) will probably go with kodiak. For some reason they are out of stock for the last two month. I guess I'll just have to wait a bit . Thanks again and good luck !

@RobandMarvy

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, the Chinese labor force was deeply effected by Covid, which has had a major effect on many products Americans buy. I chose the tent with the windows all around (two doors) also, I would highly recommend the 10x14 over a 10x10

@leonidkushnir3575

3 жыл бұрын

@@RobandMarvy oh absolutely. Thats the one I put my eyes on. Will have to wait though for it to become available. Kodiak looks the best compared to whiteduck and springbar

I would like any suggestions on long term set-up which would be summer and winter with a wood stove

@RobandMarvy

2 жыл бұрын

I cannot help with the wood stove. No experience there. I have seen many KZread videos about that, so you may want to look for those. My only help is to decide on a good location to minimize wind, tree limbs falling, ground quality toi secure your stakes, irrigation for heavy rain run-off.

I was wondering if you have any info or opinions on the White Duck Pronta tent. I see a lot of comparison between the Kodiak and the Springbar, but don't really see any comparisons to the White Duck.

@RobandMarvy

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Antonio, No I have no experience with that manufacturer. What I have read though, it looks like a great tent. I think it boils down to the design you prefer. They all seem to be in the same price range. Although with Covid... many of the models of these manufacturers are often out of stock, so you might have to be patient with delivery.

I was going to get a Springbar but decided against it because of its weight. I also wasn't sure if I would be able to set it up easily by myself since I'm so skinny. I know the Clam I got won't last as long but it's manageable for me.

@RobandMarvy

3 жыл бұрын

I guess that is a good point. We might at some point go for a clam or something easy to set up. It seems we are using the tent less and less. BTW, I am going to send you a PM.... look for it. OH wait... not sure how to PM you. You can Facebook a PM to me via "RobandMarvy" or send me a contact at robandmarvy@gmail.com

@laurac992

Жыл бұрын

I'm 5'2" and not that strong. The hardest part for me is moving the actual tent but if you have a little wagon to carry from your car to the location it makes it easier. I found a hack to help me raise the side poles of our 10×14 flexbow kodiak tent. When I'm putting the side poles in, I use a small (not too thick) brick and put the bottom of the pole on the brick and as I'm moving the pole to lift up the tent I move the brick and when the bottom of the pole gets close to the pin it needs to go into, i slide the pole towards the end of the brick and am able to easily slide the pin into the pole.

I just got my Kodiak Canvas 10x14 VX but I’m also buying a new ALPS Mountaineering Meramac 6 ZF (10’x10’) because I want a light weight tent for times when I need it. Great overview!

@RobandMarvy

2 жыл бұрын

Both of them are great tents!

I’m 5’5” 64 year old lady, looking at Snow Peak Alpha Breeze or canvas tent. Will I have a problem setting up a canvas? I can pull it in a wagon.

@RobandMarvy

Жыл бұрын

In retrospect, and now that I am almost 66, I honestly think it would be a struggle to set up the tent I had by myself, not impossible, but would require more effort than I wish to expend. Once it is up, it is great.

Do you really need to treat a canvas tent for waterproofing?

@RobandMarvy

Жыл бұрын

No

@dhrtiwalter8670

Жыл бұрын

@@RobandMarvy thank you

@RobandMarvy

Жыл бұрын

@@dhrtiwalter8670 The first time you set up your new "quality" canvas tent, do it before a rain or turn sprinklers on it. then let it dry completely this will tighten the canvas. I NEVER had a leak, even in the strongest of storms. Now if you get mold, because you packed up a damp tent, you will need to scrub and remove the mold. if the tent shows any weeping or leaking at that location afterwards, you might want to treat that spot. but really of no concern