Overnight in the TETON Sports Outfitter XXL Quick Tent & Cot

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Hi All, I recently bought the TETON XXL Cot and wanted to try the Quick Tent and compare it to the Kamp-Rite Oversize Cot Tent.
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@milododds1 Ай бұрын

Love my Teton cot, cushion, and tent. I sleep as well as I sleep at home on it. Totally worth the extra costs.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors Ай бұрын

100% 👍

@billsmith8305 4 жыл бұрын

I love your dog! Those eyes...... talk about quietly stealing the show!

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bill - She is a very special pup ❤️

@richardbryant5773 5 жыл бұрын

Your reviews are the best I can always count on them being right in line with my questions thanks

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard! 👍

@C4M3120N 4 жыл бұрын

Once Esme jumped in the bed and got all nice and comfy... SOLD! I came on KZbin looking for a review of this sleep system, particularly the cot. You far exceeded my expectations kind sir, thank you.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 👍

@RatdogDRB 5 жыл бұрын

As for the pockets/storage, I also bought the optional pocket sleeve to add to the side of the cot (hangs outside) as well as the gun scabbard (same). I'm thinking an awning/porch tarp set up to protect those from the weather and to enable me to stand up under shelter. Nothing like fresh chicken !! Esme's timing is always spot on for hopping into a freshly made camp bed. What a good girl (that one).

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

Yup - I have the pocket thing but not the gun holder - I also looked at the under cot storage sling thing - seemed interesting. I'd love to see what you come up with for the awning! Esme is always looking for a nice spot to lay down - lol 🐶🐶🐶

@suzannebeaudry6245 2 жыл бұрын

As I am getting older looking at this cot system to help me keep tenting. Hoping to see more on this product. Thanks

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

You bet Suzanne! I have lots of videos featuring this product and its perform for those of us who are getting a little stiffer in the mornings 😊

@brandonwilliams2431 2 жыл бұрын

You will love it! 👍

@MarkYoungBushcraft 6 жыл бұрын

I really like the concept of the tent/cot combo. Both looked to be good quality. I do wonder about rain protection with the tent fly not extending down past the edge of the cot. Would make an amazing fair weather setup in the spring/summer for protection from bugs. Thanks for sharing Michael

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark - It quick and easy for car / UTV camping and best suited to spring & summer as you say but just for fun I'll try it in the snow :D - Do you have much snow back east yet? Best wishes Michael

@MarkYoungBushcraft 6 жыл бұрын

First dusting last night. Gone by lunch. Weather Network promising a lot of snow by the new year. We will see. How about you?

@joapps8135 6 жыл бұрын

Mark Young hi! see my comments i just posted above. may help with your rain protection concern

@Chris_at_Home Жыл бұрын

They make a rainfly that goes right to the ground.I have this setup and use where it the weight isn’t a problem. I made small nylon bags with ties to use instead of stakes on gravel and sand bars for the extended rainfly.

@TheXanthoman 11 ай бұрын

If that tent is made to go with that cot , then the fly should definitely hang down below the cot , otherwise it seems like rain would pool between the cot and the floor of the tent , jmo .

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 11 ай бұрын

So there is an Elite Fly that does go to the floor as an accessory. The tent is sold to use on a cot or used solo, so they sell the shorter fly so you can use in on the ground and the cot. 👍

@JulieAdams98 4 жыл бұрын

Great review! :)

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Juliette! 👍

@debbiebillings8192 5 жыл бұрын

The way Esme looked at you was as if to say i found my spot where are you sleeping.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

Thats exactly what she was thinking! :D

@kwennemar 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice video and review. Thanks!

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ken!

@MarioMartinez-is1cg 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, thank you

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

Anytime! 👍

@juanitaduval2375 6 жыл бұрын

this is the best channel ever keep up with the great work

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

THank you for the very kind comment! :D

@PondstompingAdventures 6 жыл бұрын

Pretty much every dogs response. Oh, look! The human has made me an amazing bed. Lol. My dogs do the same thing after I've set up my bed.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

LOL - She loves that sleeping bag, especially if she's wet or dirty :)

@wawhiker 6 жыл бұрын

Esme likes, and so do we! Trangia cook set cooking and a chilly overnight - Awesome! (Michael - you've inspired me with an idea. Truck bed rack system (or, just in the truck bed) and the Teton Tent / Cot. What do you think?)

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Bill, yes it would fit in my 8ft truck box and I have been playing with the idea also - especial after seeing your fine new truck box tent! I was thinking of rigging up some sort of tarp to shelter the cot tent that attaches to the truck rails. I'm actually surprised how much I like the Teton Tent Cot - it's so quick to setup and takedown and it's only $72 CAD ($56 USD) - I'd even consider taking it on a hike but its 4.5lbs - lol. I'm looking forward to using my Cabela's Big Horn III in the snow soon! Best wishes to you and Cooper!

@RichardT2112 6 жыл бұрын

Looks good! I have to wonder how cool it would get with that huge empty space underneath it ...

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

I'm also curious about that - would it be colder than being on the ground? I know hammocks can get very cold from experience. I'll find out this weekend :D

@RichardT2112 6 жыл бұрын

The Emporium Good luck to you mate! Raining like crazy here with a Pineapple Express- so very warm and wet ... looking forward to the colder weather. But I must admit I am not a cold weather camper ... fall is my favourite, no bugs and not too hot. Winter is lovely during the day, but not quite in the dead of winter (that is just my opinion of course). Looking forward to the next update and video!

@RichardT2112 6 жыл бұрын

@auntdayskitchen6315 3 жыл бұрын

If it were to rain the rain fly will do you no good because Braden would come up under the cot usually in between the cot in the tent

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

They sell a full rain fly called the Elite rain fly for wetter conditions! 👍

@ColtonBlumhagen 6 жыл бұрын

This summer was so crazy I didn't get a single chance to go out camping. Of course now it's November, we got probably 6-8 inches of snow yesterday, & I now have the urge to go camping. Nope too cold. -21 C tonight. Looking forward to the annual January Chinook in Northern Alberta.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

I know - it's cold here today too but it does warm up later in the week. :) I should be out camping this weekend as its the last weekend for getting a deer :/

@BigpapamoneymanMVPtypebeat Жыл бұрын

80w power station + 50w 27v portable peddle generator (or 30w 28v Hand crank) + inflatable sleeping pad + heated sleeping bag + 4 szn rated blanket + Mylar emergency blanket (incase) & any shelter = sleep anywhere 👏🏻🇨🇦

@barbaraurban9824 5 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your demo of this set up but I too have major concerns about rain.Even if the fly was a bit longer, I immediately saw how the rain would get between the cot and tent. A supposedly water proof tent bottom gives me no comfort. Someday please test this one on a rainy night and prove me wrong!

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Barbra, you are quite right. On the this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33KhodjqbZnoKc you will see the solution! Hope that helps.

@davidwill1320 5 жыл бұрын

The rain fly does not extend far enough to prevent the cot from acting as a rain catcher.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

David - You are quite right. In my later videos you will see the longer fly TETON sells to over come this issue. It's called the Elite Rainfly.

@carriekimble2994 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I loved this video. I watched it all the way through. I see its been a while now. Are u still using it? How is it now? Love ur pup, beautiful!

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Carrie - Still using the TETON to this day!! I did upgrade the tent to the new Vista1 version - but not much different in design, just better colours! 👍

@carriekimble2994 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheEmporiumOutdoors yes I got mine ordered and one for my daughter we like to fish together. Thank you again for this review. I cant wait to mine! Happy camping!

@rich182x 2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried the mat on the outside of the tent? Directly on the cot?

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not I haven't - Not sure why you would to be honest. The mat might slide under the cot if done that way 🤔

@cyntiaspadafore1457 10 ай бұрын

I have a question about the cot. How difficult was it to put the last bar in place when you were setting it up? I have heard that it is very difficult to attach that last piece because it has to stretch very hard. Also, I was looking at this cot and tent and noticed there was a cover that went all the way to the ground if you were going to use it with the cot. That would probably keep you warmer I would think, or at least less wind, and or moisture off of you.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 10 ай бұрын

So the cot is sold as the one shown in this video OR the pivot arm model. The pivot arm model makes it much easier to put the last bar in place. I'd recommend the pivot arm model if you don't have strongish upper body strength as the pivot helps locate the bar easier. The Elite Fly is the long version that goes all the way to the ground. You can see this in any other videos where I show the full setup - Hope that helps! 👍

@cyntiaspadafore1457 10 ай бұрын

@@TheEmporiumOutdoors yes it does help. Thank you so much. I was concerned about being able to put that last bar of the cart together but once I saw the red lever, I think that I should be able to do that.

@tedz. 4 жыл бұрын

Have you used this combination in the rain? As you pointed out, the rain fly doesn't extend very far down. My concern is the rain would collect on the cot and run under the tent material. I think it would be better if the fly extended over the edge of the cot.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Ted - They sell the elite rain fly that does extend down to the floor. I think this should be the standard option not an add on if I'm honest. You can see the elite rainfly in some of my later videos.

@erickpeterman6328 6 жыл бұрын

Maybe I'm wrong but it seems like the Rainfly would be much longer. Extend to the ground this would make it a nice area to store your shoes and other equipment under the cot with protection from rain and other elements. Also with the short fly, it looks like if it did rain there would be room for the water to settle between the cot and the tent which doesn't seem to be a good design.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Erick, you are absolutely correct! I managed to get the TETON Elite XT rainfly kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33KhodjqbZnoKc - who knew!

@playhard23 5 жыл бұрын

I have this cot and it does squeak a bit and also has some sway. Does yours do this as well?

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

No mine is solid after several years. I would contact TETON warranties and explain the issues. They may replace it.

@freedomospeech8180 4 жыл бұрын

They’ve made new rainfly now that reaches the ground have you already upgraded it? It’s gonna cost me $258.00 for cot tent and rainfly that reaches the ground. I’m a female 5’5” I ride a Harley softail deluxe, I’m hoping I can strap the cot tent on the back seat of my motorcycle, wish me luck. Thanks for helping me to make up my mind very much appreciated.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Yes - I have the Elite Rainfly and it works really well! The tent is pretty light but the cot is heavy - Not sure if that would mount to a motorcycle 🤔 But I've never tried! Let me know if it works out!

@shawnvega8232 3 жыл бұрын

Do u like this setup more or the kamp rite setup?

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

I do as this is a modular system. I can use the cot separately from the tent and the tent as a standalone also. 👍

@edrobinson5865 6 жыл бұрын

Looks good and the price is right but it looks like rain would run down between the tent bottom and the cot.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Ed - They seem a longer fly that covers the whole cot down to the ground. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33KhodjqbZnoKc I show it in this video!

@joapps8135 6 жыл бұрын

ed robinson see my comments i just posted above. may help with your rain protection concern. also someone had posted that teton may send u a larger rain fly with proof of purchase

@lisao5021 4 жыл бұрын

that was cute and funny when your dog jumped into the tent right away. how much does the cot and tent weigh?

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lisa! She is funny! 🐶 I have updated the links for you! 👍

@b57ecv 6 жыл бұрын

Us army sleep system .... you'll never look back if you get one, I managed to get one here in Britain several years ago, brilliant peace of kit , when used with a camp bed like you've got and a self inflating thermo rest, it's very warm and comfortable and most of the time to warm in fact unless half unzipped at temperatures above freezing I would be cooking in it...., it only becomes really nice at below freezing with just minimal kit on just bear grills style trousers and a t shirt, if I was wearing what you had on I'd be roasting inside the thing, I've been down to negative six Celsius and slept like a baby in it, I've not tested it below that as we've not had weather colder than that in Gloucestershire for quit some years, it's waterproof windproof snowproof and extremely breathable because of the gortex outer layer, it is I think the ultimate survival shelter.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Sooo...the MSS - I've used it and own it - but would not recommend it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4XLn4eEhbhmjdE - for the temperatures it claims to be suitable for it is not! UNLESS you follow the US army guide and dress appropriately inside the bag. This is odd as It's a very tight squeeze even for me @ 5'8" and less than 200 lbs without cloths. For the same money or less the Canadian Army down sleeping bags are much better and are much warmer - in summer use 1 bag - in -40c use them both and a gortex outer. Sorry but the MSS is not on my recommended list. I understand if it works for you :)

@b57ecv 6 жыл бұрын

Mine fit's fine I don't feel confined inside it there's ample room, perhaps its because you put the therma rest inside, I just lye on top of mine on a camp bed plus I've never experienced temperature as low as you get over there, perhaps somebody cooked your's when and if it was washed, there supposed to be cleaned and dried on a cool temperature because it can damage the insulation in the two bag's , and they shouldn't be stored away compressed for long periods of time as this can be bad as well ,

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

You're right, I did put the therm-a-rest in the Gortex bivi and that was a mistake but testing even after then it's a little snug. I always store my sleeping bags in large cotton storage bags that I hang in my basement - good practice as you mention :) I just feel for what they claim to be they are over rated. I'll make a video of the Canadian army sleeping bag so you can see the difference. Thanks for commenting back :)

@norkamalarahman5643 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder. Can it be carried on my bike. An Africa Twin with full panniers.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Not with the cot - the cot is way too big and heavy. The tent alone maybe!

@Yellow.Dog. 6 жыл бұрын

Isn't the rain/condensation going to run down the side of the tent onto the cot? Sure like the ventilation better than my KampRite I have. Thanks for the review. ATB, Bill

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Bill, I was thinking the same thing. I thought the rain fly would come over the edges like the Kamp-Rite.....so I guess the rain soaks through the cot?! Once I use it more I'll let you know :D

@jime9305 6 жыл бұрын

Check with Teton... They make a rainfly for your setup that extends all the way to the ground to solve that problem , and with photo's or proof of purchase, they will normally send it free of charge . That has been a major complaint among customers and I applaud them for addressing the issue

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim - I'll try that!

@joapps8135 6 жыл бұрын

Bill at Yellowdog Welding hi! see my comments i just posted above. may help with your rain protection concern

@joapps8135 6 жыл бұрын

cool. this is the tip i told u about a couple yrs back! i like the flexibility to use/backpack the tent without the cot. so did i hear u right that the cot is also teton?

@joapps8135 6 жыл бұрын

in case of rain, tent should be exceed the edges of the cot so less water collects between the tent floor and cot. or buy a larger rain fly

@joapps8135 6 жыл бұрын

another option is those lightweight cots. slightly less sturdy but cheaper and more importantly lighter and more compact... good for a short backpacking trip. i like the cot option as it is easier to get level on uneven ground

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Indeed - check out my other video showing the Elite rainfly - kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33KhodjqbZnoKc

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Could be! I get lots of great tips from the viewers! The cot is the TETON XXL Outfitters model. Very big and very sturdy. I think the Cabalas ones are the same model re-badged.

@richardbryant5773 6 жыл бұрын

With the rain fly to short to come down over the bottom the rain will run under and on the cot ??

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Pretty much - but the bottom of the tent is waterproof however. The new Elite rainfly XT (you can see my video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33KhodjqbZnoKc) fixes that issue and really makes this thing a full 4 season tent in my opinion.

@joapps8135 6 жыл бұрын

Richard Bryant see my comments i just posted above. may help with your rain protection concern. also someone had posted that teton may send u a larger rain fly with proof of purchase

@nurbekproductions438 4 жыл бұрын

does the tent have a vent on top?

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

I think the newest version, the Vista 1 Quick Tent does!

@flyingcat2054 5 жыл бұрын

I can’t see how that tent and short rain fly will keep out rain. How does it perform on an 85 degree day and night? These cooler clear days and nights are not the true test for a tent.

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

For the warmer nights - I don't use the rainfly and just let the breeze flow in during the night. I don't think it gets better than that 👍

@hermit6208 5 жыл бұрын

What the heck is the thing behind the tent to the right, about 50 yards back?

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

Thats an old oil well site - Albert is full of oil wells!

@hermit6208 6 жыл бұрын

You didn't let that baby partridge go free? You savage. 😜😜😜 . Mmm, yummy. 🐔🐔🐔 You probably wouldn't even have shared it if I were there. 😃😃

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

No - I'm afraid he found a new home :) I don't eat any processed meat, so I what I hunt is all I eat - and of course I would have shared with you ;) They are good eating for sure!

@hermit6208 5 жыл бұрын

@@TheEmporiumOutdoors , LOL. I am in a new state these days, Maine. And I am supposed to be out scouting new covers for next month and for finding the elusive ruffed grouse, but here I am watching your video for the second time. If I go hungry this is on you man.😁

@dalecarpenter8359 6 жыл бұрын

Is there a right handed model ?

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

I don't think so :/ Sorry

@johneli495 6 жыл бұрын

If it rains maybe you can put a regular tarp over it

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Yup - that would work for sure. Good idea!

@joapps8135 6 жыл бұрын

Richard Bryant see my comments i just posted above. may help with your rain protection concern. also someone had posted that teton may send u a larger rain fly with proof of purchase

@debbiebillings8192 5 жыл бұрын

Watch out for sbd dutch oven. Lol

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

LOL :D

@fletch4813 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Vista 2 and it's too big for the XXL cot. Guess I better downsize

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

The Vista 2 need two universal cots 👍 Or you can use it as a ground tent 👍

@fletch4813 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheEmporiumOutdoors I bought the single :) I can save the double for when I need the extra space.

@dankeykang9462 5 жыл бұрын

what hoodie is that?

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

That would be the Helikon-Tex Patriot Fleece Jacket - kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGe8maikfq-tj7s - Love it!

@grousehunter67 6 жыл бұрын

I'm probally butchering her name sorry but does yazmeen flush grouse for ya to shoot ! not catch lol and I'm thinking abought buying the cot not to keen on the tent for me got the same bag like it I like a bigger bag thou

@TheEmporiumOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, It's Esme :) - she not a trained gun dog but she has the right instinct. She can smell them and push them up to fly so I can take a shot sometimes. She will also retrieve the bird (sometimes) but she needs more training. The cot is great - very big and comfortable and almost half the price of the Cabela's version. I just had to try the tent for the extra $80 and I'm glad I did. Thanks for commenting!