Finding the Best Tent for High Winds! Review of the Danchel Outdoor Bell Tent! Durable and Roomy!

Today my friend Candy gives us a review of the Danchel Outdoor Bell Tent. Candy tells us how this has held up for her for a few months! This tent seems to be able to withstand all of the desert wind and has held up well in rain as well!
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[@BlueberryStinkFinger62]

I have a 16' white duck canvas bell tent that handled 85 mile an hour straight line winds in Oklahoma just fine..incredible tent

[@russellphillips1589]

Thanks for the wind info me being from south Central Kansas we have the same problem with wind

[@agr8h2o]

Looks like a great option for those of us who can't afford to buy a van or RV.

[@FidoHouse]

What a difference the option of living out of the vehicle makes! Refreshing.

[@colleenkaralee2280]

Those bell tents are glam tents :-)) Bob, I hope you test out some more tents.

[@tomwilliam5118]

What a great lady I like how she gauges things. More like a bale of hay. Priceless

[@davidnice9216]

I have the 4 meter (13 Ft) Bell in Oxford Canvas , two Stove holes, and removable floor, I absolutely agree a great tent from Danchel. I love the ability to heat with wood, Dry warm heat in the spring fall and winter when its cold and snow is falling just one thing every once in awhile get the roof cleared off and keep a good fire going to help keep the snow from getting to heavy.

[@jonathanhansen3709]

I’ve been using the Kodiak 2 man 6x8.5 Flex Bow tent for about 2 years now out in California’s Mojave desert near Joshua Tree and Landers. Has stood up fine to several 50mph wind events. Is made of durable canvass with a bathtub bottom, two doors and a window on each side. Comes with first rate steel stakes that will hold it down for anything you can expect in the American southwest. Best tent I’ve used in the last 50 years, can get it on Amazon for $369.99 now.

[@odgreenoutdoors20]

I have the same tent and love it , I got the swag also

[@tammybrennan2040]

If I had to choose living in a car or a tent, I’d pick the tent. 👍🧘‍♀️💃

[@joanevans7034]

Lol, I thought that was Bob's dog too. Awesome tent. I hope Candy does well in it.

[@BlueSky-ff4oy]

Very impressed with Candy's perseverance, and for putting up and taking down that tent... definitely a two week stay commitment. The vertical space is amazing. That would be great perhaps in the mountains where she can get shade. Interested in her report for using it over the summer. Eventually putting it up and taking it down might get old and she will settle for summers in a clam screen tent by Kwikset or by Gazelle?

[@gamblebeeslotsnmore8576]

Thanks for sharing Bob more power to you 👋👋👍

[@SarasotaTim]

I think this was a very valuable video to give other options to people that are looking to avoid high rent and get out on the road. Of course if you have protection and you’re not afraid you could totally put an air mattress down or a cot and sleep in it every night unless the weather was terrible and then you could do what you suggested. Of course I’m different I would never be in my vehicle or outside of my vehicle without my mind changer on my side. And of course I’m legal.😎

[@1wolfpup]

She gave a wonderful review! That’s a good tent option. Thanks Bob. 🌷

[@mommadw2010]

To have something like a good tent in order for your back and body to move around in is great.

[@joanbroadway759]

$550 sounds like a lot, but we have gone through many, many tents over the years. Cheaper tents tend to only last for a few outings before the zipper or poles break. Thanks for this recommendation.

[@angeladawn805]

Not to mention that they end up in the landfill :(

[@dancheloutdoor]

​Hi, We also have the 3M bell tent which will cost $399 , Ideal for 2 persons. And also have 16.4ft backpacking cheap green tent which will cost $299, Ideal for 6-8 person.

[@laus7504]

Those 2 dogs really look like could be from the same litter!🐶🐶🐕🐕

[@robertalynch5433]

Thanks guys. Great option!

[@daynacook4140]

Just put it on my Amazon wish list. Was looking for something that could withstand winds and that I could stand up in. I have property in Nevada that I can camp on, so will be able to set it up and stay for a month or two., leave the rebar stakes in ground.

[@amandathomas0612]

Excellent video Bob! Very informative! Love the pooches adorable! 🐕🐕👍 So happy I found your channel. 🏕

[@stephaniesimmons-ashorobi3314]

A wonderful review on the tent. Thank you.

[@terrapintravels3829]

Thanks Bob and Kandy, awesome info! From Lower MI.🦋

[@planecrazyish]

Nice 👍👏👏👏👏👏😋 and the tent too.

[@not-fishing4730]

Wow nice poles, not fiberglass which like to shatter. Those with less physical ability can also look at the next size down tent.

[@brianleonard6885]

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL!

[@kburkes4245]

Glad to hear of this option!

[@dancheloutdoor]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@terrywhitman9967]

Another informative video. Thanks

[@donaldd.293]

What a awesome lady, you go girl. Thanks Bob

[@KeatShadows]

Bob, is there a tent that would be easy to set up for older people that are handicapped with arthritis? Was the Springbar tent easy to set up?

[@michaeltichonuk2176]

I have raynarrds and carpal tunnel...and 66. I use a Coleman 4 person dark room now. It's easier then the 6 man Cabellas to set up and strike camp. The Coleman is lower in height being a 4 person. The Coleman hasn't failed in high winds or wind or any combo. It's easy to set up and that overrode quality the Cabellas has. And room. Most stores like BPS or REI will let return tents if not happy. Maybe try the Coleman. Easy and less expensive. 135 on sale. The Cabellas is a geodesic design meaning it's built like an igloo in shape and shrugs off rain, snow and high winds. Hope my exp helps...holler if you have a question.

[@jancross516]

I have the Kodiak Canvas springbar tent and it takes a strong back to push up the poles on each side and you also need to be able to pound in several stakes.

[@mommadw2010]

Great question. Not just in reference of older, but those with disabilities. I am definitely needing something strong, but just a bit easier to set up.

[@davidpeterson9647]

Russian bear tents. Pop open like an umbrella.

[@KeatShadows]

@@davidpeterson9647 Thanks for the information. That sounds like it would work for me.

[@davej7458]

A very interesting tent. As optionsdo they offer? Venting near the top of the tent? A stove jack so that the tent could be heated with a small wood stove?

[@heartdawg]

Yes

[@chemtrail_brew_Que]

Just got a 16’ whiteduck bell and it’s a beast. Very well built and really heavy. Mine clocks in at 94pounds. Definitely a two person job to setup.

[@brianjones7521]

Candy is a good presenter. Likable.

[@charlottewilson4680]

This was great!

[@JaniceLalla]

Those dogs are amazing!

[@RickHawkDavison]

Smart lady.

[@silby77]

This is exactly what I want to do one day....hoping for a cargo van plus a canvas tent!

[@bensonsspeedshop1191]

👍😀👍 Brother Bob!

[@mickeybrumfield764]

Those two dogs look like twins, don't think they know how much they look like each other though.

[@teleroiqueen]

Springbar tents are great too! Salt Lake ut.

[@stacyhackney6100]

Thank you

[@andrewdavenport6696]

Bob have you or will you test a Shift Pod tent ? I’ve not seen one closeup but having seen several KZbin videos and they seem like a transformative evolution in tent design and simplicity . Your thoughts ?

[@Jeaniesunshine-fb5rk]

Nice

[@petervalk9997]

Super windproof tents check out 'De Waard" and 'Esvo tenten", super heavy duty canvas

[@t-6273]

I see that Danchel makes a rain fly for their bell tents. I wonder if that would help keep the heat down or not. Either way, I think it would dramatically increase the life of the canvas by protecting it from rain/snow and UV radiation. Been looking at multiple canvas tent options, White Duck, Danchel and Wall Tent Store's Wilderness wall tent. I feel like this one is the best bang for the buck. Curious to know how it holds up over the years... I think I'll get a 2 year extended warranty through Amazon if I buy it.

[@anditruman3616]

Are any of the tents that attach to the back of a minivan/SUV worth considering?

[@davidleigh443]

Thanks Bob. Candy seems sweet No pun intended. Does that tent have an attached floor? I am always concerned about danger noodles.

[@heartdawg]

Yes....attached floor but can be set up without.

[@davidleigh443]

Kandy, sorry I misspelled your name. I was going the descriotion for the video.

[@heartdawg]

@@davidleigh443 most people do...no biggie!

[@felistine]

🥰Good morning

[@sadiesadiekistrose4072]

What kind/shape of rebar stakes work best?

[@frederickfred2714]

Sleeping in a securely locked and located vehicle is the best option but you do need a largervspace to relax in .spread your wings .

[@heycowgirl3237]

How long should the rebar stakes be for those conditions?

[@heartdawg]

8-10 inchs

[@harikyoki]

i tried the link.it won't let me select a size nor add it to the cart. not sure what's going on there but thanks for the informative video :)

[@deborahmoshiek6943]

I’ve seen collapsible cloth wagons that hold 150 pounds on Amazon made to pull camping gear but wheels have to be made for sand.I think I saw them recently for about $100. I bought a canvas 10x14 that I can hardly drag 3ft so that’s going to be my option. Plan on coming out next winter. It’s a slow process acquiring all the gear. I had to leave work 15 years ago. I’m 65 so I do receive social security.Married 44 years. Hubby’s not interested in traveling and he loves the snow?🤷‍♀️We own a home in Roslindale,Ma.have 2adult children and 4 grandsons and 2 small Yorkie’s. Anyway I can’t wait to get out there during the winters.My husband is worried but he likes to snowmobile and I enjoy warm weather and starry nights. Can’t wait to meet everyone out there! Thank you Bob for all the informative videos. You are truly a gift from God! Bless you all!🙏🙏🙏

[@NarleyAdventures]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bangbangcfp]

Try a Kodiak or spring bar

[@brianjones7521]

Does anyone have experience with spray-on UV protection for nylon tents?

[@donteatthefoxgloves377]

So glad you found such a great tent with an attached floor. But why are you so attached to white cotton canvas tents?There’s nothing you can do once mildew sets in because it ruins the fabric. White cotton canvas is really hard to keep clean- especially with dogs! Canvas takes a long time to dry and it is really heavy when it’s wet! There have been some amazing improvements in tent material and engineering over the past 50 years since we were kids. How long does it take for one person to put up this tent and what’s the total weight/ price of it after you’ve upgraded to the heavier stakes and added a ground cloth under it? Have you tried putting this tent up by yourself yet, Bob? Candy is being very modest. She’s clearly in great physical shape for any age! ❤️

[@spencersfolly5583]

i.e. Hollyhocks!

[@scooterfpv8864]

👍👍👍👍✌✌

[@katiegrip]

What breeds of dogs?

[@heartdawg]

Pippa's an English Shephard

[@spencersfolly5583]

I have a good, reliable Toyota Yaris and I can't buy a minivan as much as I wish I could. I have always felt that a good tent would be my ticket to tolerating this. As a woman I would need to be camped with others close to me to feel safe sleeping in it, but that's fine.

[@Badgerlife]

Hahaha my grandsons made it a whole week under trees until it collapsed in the wind

[@michaeltichonuk2176]

I use a tent in combination with a 2002 Envoy. I've been out since Sept with a less expensive Coleman Dark Room 4 person. (Left my good geodesic tents home ...the desert floor EATS the floors. Use a ground clothe/footprint. I use two. Good presentation and info!! And I don't live in the Envoy or tent...I live outside. I aint a lab rat!! 😁.

[@ramblingdave7323]

It’s been my experience that no tent is much fun in high winds, not even the heavy canvas military ones we used in the army during Desert Storm. Anyone telling you otherwise is delusional or trying to sell you a tent.

[@spellerlittlewing]

Yes because high tents are not really good in high winds