The 5 BEST Waterproof Tents for Heavy Rain (Bought & Tested!)

I bought & tested these 5 best waterproof tents:
1. The North Face Wawona 6
2. REI Base Camp 6
3. REI Wonderland 6
4. Teton Sports Mountain Ultra 1 & 2
5. Quechua 2 Seconds Fresh and Black 2 & 3
This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means that if you buy something, I'll receive a tiny commission, at NO additional cost to you.
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AMAZON
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➡️ The North Face Wawona: www.amazon.com...
➡️ Teton Sports Mountain Ultra: www.amazon.com...
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REI CO-OP
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➡️ The North Face Wawona: www.avantlink....
➡️ REI Base Camp: www.avantlink....
➡️ REI Wonderland: www.avantlink....
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DECATHLON
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➡️ Quechua 2 Seconds Fresh and Black: www.avantlink....
➡️ Quechua 2 Seconds Fresh and Black EASY (Upgraded): www.avantlink....
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➡️ The North Face Wawona: www.avantlink....
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MOOSEJAW
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RAIN TESTS
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⚡The North Face Wawona: • [RAIN TEST] The North ...
⚡REI Base Camp: • [RAIN TEST] REI Base C...
⚡REI Wonderland: • [RAIN TEST] REI Wonder...
⚡Quechua 2 Seconds: • [RAIN TEST] Quechua 2 ...
⚡Mountain Ultra: • [RAIN TEST] Teton Spor...
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[@CampingGuidance]

➡ My absolute favorite!: bit.ly/3OxM53e ➡ Off-season tent: bit.ly/3OAk8b3 ➡ Cabin tent: bit.ly/3w2Gdsl ➡ Budget pick: amzn.to/49qVi5I ➡ Best easy setup pick: bit.ly/49qmSzK ➡ Easy setup budget pick: bit.ly/49ni5PM Hey guys! If you found this review helpful, please consider supporting this channel by using my affiliate links here at NO cost to you at all. Your support is what allows me to continue buying and testing gear like this! 😊 🙏 Thank you!!

[@RFCII]

Hi Liz, have you tested the Mountain Ultra 4 person tent? If not, is there any reason not to expect the same great results as the one and two person models? Have you tested the Lynx-4?

[@CampingGuidance]

@@RFCII Hey Richard! Thanks for the question! 🥰 Hmm I don't have the Mountain Ultra 4 though :( I only have the 1 and 2-person models. Hmm I don't think there would be different results, since the design is mostly the same, just different capacities. A couple viewers told me they bought the 3P I think! And it worked just as well 😁 And sadly I don't have the Lynx 4 either :( Just the 1 and 2. But I prefer the Mountain Ultra to the Lynx!

[@swoondrones]

I don't understand how rainflies became so small. They should always be full length. Always. These less than full length rainfly tents are just worthless. It's beyond cheap. I just don't get it.

[@CampingGuidance]

Hahaha yeahh I've reviewed my fair share of tents with tiny tiny rainflies! 😅 But I think a lot of tent manufacturers (just my hunch) have smaller rainflies to increase airflow and ventilation. It was a little stuffy sleeping in my Base Camp with the full fly. Not sure if this is correct though!

[@EPH113]

I bought the Wawona 6 largely in part because of your videos! Got an amazing deal around Thanksgiving holiday sales…… It’s all good being rain proof but without the vestibule like the Wawona 6 - good luck! I like the quick set up of the gazelle T4 - since I already have the Wawona 6, I’m wondering how my Wawona rainfly would fit over the gazelle and provide the amazing vestibule option??!! Thanks for another great video!

[@CampingGuidance]

Aww thank you so much for another lovely comment and also for your support with the Wawona! 🥰 Was it a 30% sale? I vaguely recall there being a sale then but can't remember the details haha. And YESSS the vestibule is sooo important for wet weather! I really hate soggy wet stuff in my tent. HAHAH I'm not sure the rainfly would fit but that's a great thought! 😂 OH! But Gazelle has the screen room option if you're interested in that! I don't have it but it looks soooo good.

[@EPH113]

@@CampingGuidance it was listed on sale back in November for 245$ and then another 15% with Active Junky. I almost felt guilty buying it for such a low price! 😂👌🏼 Yeah the vestibule is a must in the rain …. To be able to get out of the rain and adjust everything before entering the tent all wet, etc is a huge benefit. I’m still interested in my idea of the Wawona rain fly over the gazelle T4. 🤪 I’m not really fond of all the Velcro on the t4 plus entry way!

[@CampingGuidance]

@@EPH113 Omg that's such a great price! I've never seen it at that price 😲 And did you tell me this before? I don't know why but it sounds so familiar 😅 I'm not sure if it's you, or another one of my viewers hahaha 😅 Sorry about that! And yeah agreed about the vestibule! HUGE benefit so I had to go for it. Hahahaha you could be on to something there! Let me know if the Wawona over the Gazelle works out well (if you ever try hahaha), that'll be such an insane hack 😉😉😉

[@EPH113]

@@CampingGuidance well i was hoping you could do a Gazelle hack video? 😂😀

[@CampingGuidance]

@@EPH113 HAHAHA welllll let me think about that and if I ever do, I'll get back to you 😂😂😂

[@cherylholden9127]

By far the best tent reviews anywhere! You cover every detail- and the details that actually matter. . Thank you for your hard work. Just excellent comprehensive reviews.

[@CampingGuidance]

Awww thank you again Cheryl! 🥰🥰🥰

[@williamyoung514]

I just stumbled onto my new favorite gear reviewer. Finally someone who actually stress tests outdoor products. You just earned a new subscriber!

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much William! I appreciate the comment and sub! 🥰

[@aspexpl]

Thanks for this wet review, Liz. As a festival goer I had the "chance" to thoroughly test both a basic Quechua 2s and a 2-people MT-900 Forclaz, which is Decathlon's trekking sub-brand, and I never experienced a drop in it. No wonder why the 2-seconds is the go-to choice for homeless people all across Europe. If you have to live in it, at least, it won't let you down.

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey Stéphane! Thank you so much for your comment and I'm really glad you liked this review! 🥰 Oh wow and I'm really glad that the Decathlon tents kept you dry! So far I've heard no bad reviews at all about the brand, really love it for its value for money and how reliable it is. Would you recommend the MT900, or anything else instead as a good backpacking tent? And yeah I was in Europe a while ago too and remember seeing so many Decathlon tents. I think every single one was Decathlon. Glad that at least they have access to great tents.

[@SandraOrtmann1976]

We went from a Dutch cotton tent (12 years old, the nylon webbing started to rot away - the fabric was still perfectly fine) to a Decathlon technical cotton, inflatable tent. We had to get this in a pinch, as otherwise our camping holiday would have been ruined. We were very surprised by its quality. This is a 5-person tunnel tent (the giant cotton tent was meant for 6. As our daughter is grown-up and started to work, we thought we could go a tad smaller), and really very comfortable. Seam-taping everywhere, no loose threads, and overall very well thought out.

[@aspexpl]

Update on my MT-900, now a bit seasoned : last week-end I attended the Hellfest open air and we experienced a day of heavy rain, which allowed me to 1) see Metallica at like 20m from the barrier and 2) confirm the total waterproofness of the tent.

[@suzannecartwright6504]

Is there a source for these European brand tents for campers in the U.S.?

[@aspexpl]

@@suzannecartwright6504 There is a little selection on the decathlon site. If I had to pick a festival tent for me I'd go for the fresh&black or the MT500 for those who value portability over freshness.

[@jepzuniga]

The best review for waterproof camping tents. She actually shows how the tests was done. other videos only say things but don't show the actual tests...

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Jimmy! I'm really glad you liked this video and the rain tests as well! 🥰

[@satl3161]

Such an underated channel. Excelent video

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much! 🥰 That really means a lot to me. I'm really glad you enjoyed this video!

[@ShipWreck54]

The Kelty Tanglewood 2 is $69 and outperforms anything Teton makes. The North Face Storm Break 2 is even better, but at about twice the price on sale.

[@CampingGuidance]

Thanks so much for the suggestions James! I've heard quite a lot about the Stormbreak so I do wanna get that!

[@WayneTheSeine]

That pretty much sums it up in a very well presented and succinct video. Thanks

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Wayne! 🥰 Really glad that you liked the video! I changed up the format so hopefully that makes it more interesting than my last videos 😅

[@lukefromtexas]

You really do the best reviews for camping gear on KZbin! Hope you have a great 2024!

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Luke! It really means a lot to me that you think so 🥰 I'm definitely hoping to get more camping gear videos out for 2024 😉 I hope you have a wonderful year ahead too! 🫶

[@carvedwood1953]

500 bucks for that north face tent. yikes.

[@CampingGuidance]

It's actually now 40% off!

[@carvedwood1953]

@@CampingGuidance Where at?

[@CampingGuidance]

@@carvedwood1953 SORRY I didn't see this until now :( It was on sale at REI, I hope you managed to get that!

[@swoondrones]

I've actually given up my camping days. I'm almost 60 years old, carry what a need only in a backpack on my motorcycle, and I'm just getting too old for it. I would camp because I wanted to find peace and quiet but now I find that there are so many idiots in four-wheel drive who can drive on the beach and it just messes up everything because they have no sense of the space they are in let alone that they go there to drink and be total idiots. So it's too hard for me. I've gone back to spending my millions and five star hotels and listening to the air conditioner. It's easier. But the camping was fun while I tried it. But why I'm riding this comment is I'm still listening to your videos because I like how you speak, I love your authenticity, and it is interesting to find out what tent works in the rain and ventilate properly because I never found it. Even though I was using the instant pop-up, that means the one you pull from the centre with the string not the round one because I ride a motorcycle. So, yeah it was fun for a while. But it's really good to listen to excellent KZbinrs and you are one of them.

[@Ron-kn6ur]

I'm 70 yrs old and still go camping and hiking. Half the time, I go off season when the kids are still in school which is May, June or Sept.

[@CampingGuidance]

Oh no I'm so sorry to hear that camping isn't for you anymore :( But thank you so much for your constant support and comments on my videos, it really means a lot to me even if you're not looking to buy any gear 🥰 Ohhhh my instant tents and pop up tents tend not to be great (with the exception of the round Quechua one I featured), so yeah it sucks that you couldn't find the one that works in the rain :( Oh btw, have you ever thought about going glamping instead of camping? Maybe that might be better for you!

[@CampingGuidance]

That's great Ron! 🥰 I can only wish I would be as fit as you at 70!

[@stephendueker9006]

Is car camping really camping. I live in Korea, camping is big, but it is backing your car up to a wooden flat, popping the tent, and roasting meat and drinking that ugh (awful, sorry native Koreans, at 1.50 a bottle it is economical) soju. Sometimes they put tents up in gymnasiums type structures for camping. The tent is for privacy here, nothing else. Camping is a very loose term here. Very very few every hiked in to a remote site. I had no reason to post this other than camping here is not really camping as I knew it. I am gonna get a wawona 6 by notthface as the rain is brutal here so I was happy to get a direct recommendation. I am worried about the wooden flat size with the vestibule. Growing up Coleman was mostly crap, buy it in a thrifty store. They have not changed their biz model it seems

[@richardwarren7492]

YEA! Your back! Great reviews! Thanks!

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey Richard! Yessss I'm finally back for the year! Thank you sooo much for waiting for so long and even taking the time to check up on me a few weeks back! 🥰 I plan to be more active on the channel this year! 🎉

[@Ed.Sel74]

Nice in-depth review! Right off the bat, the Teton is the way to go for camping. If this had a e-port, this would be a complete package for car camping. Cheers!

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Ed! 🥰 And yeah it's such an underrated tent! Sadly none of the tents here have e-ports :( Wish more tents had them too!

[@TRu44-560]

I have to say that you're channel and TheOutdoorGearReview are my go to, especially for tent reviews. Thank you once again for your time spent sharing

[@CampingGuidance]

Aww thank you so much!! 🥰 I really appreciate you and hope to get out more reviews in the future!

[@PhilCherry3]

Great reviews and tips! I have used Ozark Trail products for 20 years. But I always pair them with an appropriately sized camping tarp whenever I expect rain or stiff winds. I have never had a wet tent. But this does bring up a point. The camping tarps I use are true camping tarps rather big box retailer tarps. I use the DD Hammock 3x3 and 4x4 tarps and this year I will add the 5x5 to my collection. When one adds the cost of these tarps my combined cost for any of my setups is $130-$220 which is not cheap. However I love the flexibility this combination allows since the independent tarp can be set up in multiple configurations over the tent without being limited by any preset guy/connection points. Plus in extremely foul weather the tarps take the beating rather than the tent poles and tent fabric. My tarps create a nearly bomb proof sanctuary and have withstood multi-day high wind rain events without failing. I do acknowledge the bigger the tent the harder the challenge it is to pair the tent with a tarp that can cover it entirely. In that case one may to accept “significant tarp coverage” as a compromise position.

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Phil! 🥰 And yeah I agree it's a great move to pair a tarp with the Ozark tent. And thanks for the heads up on the DD Hammock and tarps! I've never heard of them 😅 But now they're on my radar! Have you used any other tarps though? I may want to get a few in the future for testing. And yeah your setups aren't cheap but they're flexible like you said, and works fantastic! 🤩

[@PhilCherry3]

@@CampingGuidance The only other true camping tarp I’ve used in a serious real world situation is my Very first camping tarp-a Kelly Noah 12 (12 ft. In length). I used it to cover my hammock in a minor ice storm with 20 mph wind gusts. It worked like a champ! I stayed completely dry while my tent camping friends all got water inside their tents. There are a load of competing camping tarp products that others swear by as adamantly as I vouch for the DD Hammock product line. Aqua Quest, War Bonnet and Onetigis are just three of the many other companies that make excellent camping tarps. The best ones can be found in use in the hammock camping community because there, failure of your rain coverage is not an option!

[@CampingGuidance]

@@PhilCherry3 oh yeah I've heard of the Kelty Noah tarp! I think I almost bought it once when it was on offer a while ago, but decided not to since I already had so much gear haha. Glad to know that it worked well! I'll make sure to get it next time to test. And thanks for the heads up on the other 3 brands too! Haven't heard of 2 of them, but I'll go do some research. Really appreciate your help here Phil! 🥰

[@PhilCherry3]

@@CampingGuidance My recommendation is to try some of the competitors of the Kelty Noah Tarp series. I believe the Kelty tarps have been surpassed by others that have more tie out points, true square dimensions and better hydrostatic ratings.

[@CampingGuidance]

@@PhilCherry3 Ah I see. Thanks so much for the words of wisdom Phil! 🥰 I really appreciate it, and I'll remember what you said when I'm doing a Best Camping Tarps video in the future!

[@claydillard6811]

My 50 dollar Ozark lasts 1 day in moderate rain

[@CampingGuidance]

Whoah. That's awesome. Did you do any waterproofing prep?

[@frankbrowning4160]

great information. I've been using Coleman for some time. They aren't the best but I meticulously seal the seams inside and out put a tarp on inside that comes up just above the seams and I've weathered many rains without getting wet. Not into spending several hundred dollars on a tent. Live in the south, camp April through November.

[@CampingGuidance]

Adding a tarp and seam sealing definitely helps! But some folks just want to use it out of the box without doing all that extra work I guess! I'm really glad Coleman has been holding up well for you! 🥰

[@dan.d]

We picked up 2 4 man Wawonas because of your review here. I hope it keeps us dry because we are using them in Seattle during our rainy season this October. Thanks for the great review. Subscribed and voted up.

[@ynnadreb]

I've just had a disaster in a out sunny 2 room dome tent, very simler to one you tested with a partial fly sheet (gazebo style) with mainly single layer around the sides.. it leaked at the inverted stitching every where around all 4 sides.... Thank you for posting your results on these product's

[@BusyElf]

A great review of tents and one I would reccomend to any would-be campers. I would like to see some reviews of backpacking tents too as this was my passion in my younger days, and still venture out occasionally in some 'seasonal' UK weather..

[@Lrowen]

Very detail test and review, thanks for the effort for showing us. May i suggest you test the Snow Peak Amenity Dome and Land Breeze Pro series as well :)

[@intelligence0321]

This was exactly what I was looking for regarding extreme weather & rain. Thanks for the detailed video. Well done.

[@empire-classfirenationbatt2691]

Ahh! You're back with a video! Those were some good tips about the things to look for with regards to waterproofing. I can definitely see the benefits of the vestibule and wish the oztrail I had had both a vestibule and full fly. The partial fly was still fine though. Very informative as always, Liz!

[@CampingGuidance]

Yessss I'm back!! Sorry to keep you waiting for so long, I know I disappeared for a few months there 😅 Thanks so much for still being here though, I really appreciate you! 🥰 I have a few more tent videos coming up, then after that I'm moving on to some other camping gear (lights, etc.) for a while! And yeah I really need a vestibule for rain cos one of my pet peeves is having wet stuff (especially shoes) in my inner tent 😅 Have you been camping more in your Oztrail since your last military trip? Hope you're doing well! 🥰

[@empire-classfirenationbatt2691]

@CampingGuidance ooo I look forward to your next videos to compliment my other gear. I wish I had had a vestibule while I was on exercise cause I got so much mud in my tent haha. Unfortunately, my Oztrail got left behind in the truck so maybe someone else can get some use out of it haha. Just means I can watch your videos and try pick out a new tent! For now though I don't see too many more prolonged outdoor adventures for me.

[@CampingGuidance]

@@empire-classfirenationbatt2691 Oh yeahhh mud in my tent is such a no no for me 🤣 Oh man I'm so sorry to hear about the oztrail though! Luckily you didn't pay too much for it, if I remember correctly. Let me know if you're on a hunt for a new tent! I'd love to help you out 🥰

[@empire-classfirenationbatt2691]

@CampingGuidance I'll definitely go to my favourite KZbin expert haha don't worry💪🏽

[@CampingGuidance]

@@empire-classfirenationbatt2691 Awww you're so sweet 🥰 I'm no expert now but hopefully next time! I think there's a lot I still don't know hahaha. I'll still do my best to help you out though! 🥰

[@jasonrosenbaum6363]

You have, by far, the best tent review on KZbin, I learned so much. Thankyou

[@brendawolf7445]

Thank you so much for your reviews!! They were so helpful. I originally was going to buy a tent just based on how easy it was to set up but then thought about the biggest disappointment I have experienced in the past with tent camping…rain and water in my tent 😮!! I searched for waterproof and found your channel. Love it! I bought the North Face Wawona 6. Arrives in a few days. Already viewed your detailed video on this one. Excellent!!

[@CampingGuidance]

Oh wow thank you so much for supporting the channel Brenda! That truly means a lot to me 🥰 How did you find the Wawona?

[@nkexploringthevibe]

Can’t beat the north face tents I’ve owned the minibus 2 had it for over 10 years never let me down and super easy to put up and light weight to carry

[@rbo350]

Great review, do you have a similar review but for Rain Jackets

[@davesgarage78]

I have several older Coleman tents and they all leak in the rain. I have determined that Coleman is best for fair weather campers that never camp in the rain. I recently replaced the Coleman tents with Decathlon tents. The last time I was out we were in a Decathlon Quechua MH100 3 person dome tent. There was light rain that lasted for hours and not a drop of water got into the tent nor were the walls even damp.

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much for the input! 🥰 And same here man! My Coleman tents were all pretty leaky, I was especially frustrated with their lack of seam taping. And Decathlon tents are definitely the way to go especially if you're camping in rain. I haven't heard a single bad word about them so far.

[@julianbailot1]

Spectacular work! Thank you.

[@TimBee100]

Why not get a cheaper tent and a big fly to go over it? $100 can buy you a huge fly and poles.

[@Werkar27]

Happy new year Liz, great to see you back with a new vid. I reckon the Teton Sports tent to do really well. It's very affordable and has a very manageable size compared to the Wawona 6. As always nice to hear your thoughts on these tents. Also, nice to see the new graphics incorporated in the vid, cheers.

[@CampingGuidance]

Happy new year to you too Wer Kar! 🥰 Thanks for sticking around despite me being MIA for months hahaha 😅 I appreciate you! And yes! I wish they made it in a size bigger than a 4P though, I usually like tents that I can stand up in. And yes you're totally right! The textured background looks a lot better than the sprites from the other time. Thank you! 🥰

[@Werkar27]

@@CampingGuidance Totally agree in terms of size. No 4 person tent has ever comfortably fit 4 people. Even my STS Ikos feels crammed with me and my panniers in it, let alone another person🤣🤣 You're welcome, always up for constructive feedback, cheers.

[@CampingGuidance]

@@Werkar27 Hahah tell me about it! Sometimes I can use a 6-person tent for 2 people, sooo I guess we need a lot more space than we expect 🤣 Thank you my friend! I really appreciate all your support and constructive feedback. I welcome more anytime you have it! 😉

[@Werkar27]

@@CampingGuidance Damn, a 6 person tent for 2 people, now that's proper camping 🤣🤣 But totally agreed, especially for us moto campers, space and weight matter a lot. Lifting a fully loaded toppled over motorbike can do your back in. You're being too hard on yourself Liz, you've improved heaps and the quality of your vids has gone up exponentially. We're always there to just nudge you in the right direction. Waiting for your camping lights reviews to drop so I can get one. Tired of just using my headtorch or atleast that's my excuse to get a new one😂😂

[@CampingGuidance]

@@Werkar27 That's proper camping alright! 😁 And yeah! You must be a pro at downsizing all your gear, I can't imagine having to travel via motorbike 😅 Aww thank you so much Wer Kar! It really means a lot that you're seeing some improvements 🥰 I appreciate all your nudges! 😉 Oooo what kind of lights are you looking for! I might be a while, so if you need them soon, I can try my best to help! My first video is only on rechargeable lanterns, not sure if that might be helpful for you!

[@camikahurdle1088]

This review is super helpful! Did you set up these tents with footprints / tarp?

[@yenawesome4565]

Thanks for another great video! Keep them coming please

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much! And yes I definitely got loads more planned for 2024! 🥰

[@maldita2012]

Hello. I'm from Asia, too. And I've seen in some countries that they use such as naturehike and vidalido brand of tents during their camping, did you or do u have any plan of reviewing those brands mentioned especially the vidalido poon saan tent? Btw, thank you for d excellent and thorough review! 😊

[@CampingGuidance]

Hi greetings from Singapore! 🥰 I've seen that Naturehike and Vidalido are VERY popular in Singapore too, so I'm thinking of testing those out in the future! No plans to do so anytime soon though ;(

[@raulaguilar4927]

I came for the reviews, and stayed for your voice.

[@CampingGuidance]

Aww that's so sweet Raul! Thank you so much 🥰 I personally never like listening to my own voice and sometimes I wish it could be different, but your vote of confidence in me really helps me out 🥰

[@TimothyWitt]

Love your reviews, I'd love to see this quality of review on the high end products that other channels schlep about while fishing for affiliate clicks.

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey Timothy! Thank you so much for your kind words, that really means a lot! 🥰 And yeahhhh when I started getting back into camping a few years back, I couldn't find many good reviews at all too! Hopefully one day I get to cover all kinds of products, including the higher end ones 🥰

[@carloshosturner6072]

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[@maverick5059]

Thank you. You do and EXCELLENT review, and you cover the most important features that campers are interested in. I would love to know how the Wawona compares to the Big Agnes big house 6. They seem comparable. I know folks that have the Big Agnes, but I especially love the vestibule on the Wawona 6. Am I making a mistake passing on the Big Agnes? Thanks

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much! I like the Wawona for the vestibule though, that's the main reason why I bought it. If it's not such a big thing for you, the Big Agnes could be a good choice. But I'd go for the Wawona maybe I'm biased hahaha

[@prodbyBEAN]

Hey, I live in southern louisiana (hot, humid, rainy weather) and I’m new to camping lol. I’m trying to decide between the Teton Mountain Ultra 2 person tent and the Naturehike Mongar 2 person tent. The weight of the Teton (7lbs) is my only concern because I do intend on backpacking soon as well. From what I can tell, other than weight, they are pretty much the same tent. I’ve heard wonderful things about both companies, but I have seen some negative thoughts on Naturehike’s product durability. Any advice?

[@CampingGuidance]

I haven't tested any of Naturehike's products yet, but they are very popular in Asia, where I live. I've heard only good things about them from my friends though, so I think it's worth a shot since you do intend on backpacking. The Teton might be a little too heavy.

[@StephenHarrison-o6v]

eh....great review..... from England, hopefully I can purchase a tent from your reviews, if not, hopefully I can find a as good as helpful full and easy to follow review as yours....thanxs....👍

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Stephen! 🥰 Thanks for watching all the way from England. Let me know which tent you decide to go with!

[@j.w.7688]

So happy your still doing your awsome reviews! The first review i saw from yir channel was the Camp Towels. It was so very well done, technical, and informative😃. This tent review continues to show yor commitment and attention to detail. Great job! 👍

[@CampingGuidance]

Oh wow!!! You've been here since 2 years ago from the camp towels? Thank you so much JW! 🥰 It truly means the world to me that you're still here after all this time. Thank you!! And yeah I'm having loads of fun reviewing stuff, so I'm still going on with it 😂

[@blaghaddering1781]

The wasp a 6 and 4 on REI show a partial rain fly

[@Proverbs3.3]

Thankyou for this video God bless you

[@samocooper9070]

Good video, but have you never tried Naturehike tents? half the price and actually waterproof

[@CampingGuidance]

Currently don't have any Naturehike tents :( But thanks for the suggestion, I'll definitely keep that in mind when updating this video!

[@chomp54321]

Wow! You smashed that one out of the ballpark! I was a bit skeptical at first. You've done such a good job with your reviews before, I was wondering what new info you could have included. As it turns out, not new info exactly, but the summary and points on what make tents great in rain makes this a great video. The funny thing is many people are super happy with their Ozark Trail tents. May be they were lucky, or may be they never experienced heavy rain and/or high wind, but I personally agree with you that budgets tents are inexpensive for a reason. That said, cheaper tents can still work if a tarp is put over them (set up like a shelter, not draping one over the tent), so long as the ground is not flooded. That is in fact a quite popular thing to do in N America. One good thing of that set up is that you can pack up the tent in the rain and don't have to deal with a soggy went tent back home. Out of the five tents in the video, my favourite would be the Wawona 6. However, spacious as it is, I want more enclosed space because I don't like bugs in my tent and stuff, and the open bottom vestibule does not help. In addition, I want really easy and quick set up, so my top choice at this point remains to be Gazelle tents, even though they are not the best in heavy rain in terms of the small rain fly.

[@CampingGuidance]

Aww thank you so much as always! 🥰 I'm really glad that you enjoyed this review too even though I'm literally just collating all the rain tests that I did in the past. I have 3 more "Best" tent collations that my editor is working on now, so hopefully it's not too boring with not a whole lot of new info 😅 Bear with me! I'm a bit bored too so I'm currently testing camping lights and I wanna get into that this year 😁 And yeah!! I can't figure out whether it's them being lucky, or me being unlucky with both the Ozark tents I had 😅 Oh and yes thank you so much for the input on the tarps! That's a really great idea. Do you have any recommendations for tarps you like? Right now I only have one from Decathlon, nothing else. I'm eyeing a Snow Peak one but they're so expensive. Oh yeah the open bottom vestibule of the Wawona isn't great. I had so many tiny little bugs in the vestibule hiding from the rain 😅 And yeah I do think Gazelle is a great easy setup tent. I hope to get in touch with the company sooner or later to get more gear to test 😁

[@chomp54321]

​@@CampingGuidance Can't wait to see your reviews on camping lights. I have been bitten by the Coleman naphtha (a.k.a. white gas) camping gears bug, both stoves and lamps. I have acquired a couple of each and can't wait to use them on my next camping trip. It would be fun if you can find and do a "review" on one of those nostalgic old camping lamps or stoves (not necessarily Coleman). As for tarps, I try to get something that is of decent quality, but not the expensive types that some backpackers use. So no brand-named stuff, but whatever I can find in local stores like Walmart or Canadian Tire (I suppose you can guess the latter is "indigenous" to Canada 🤣). I would just need it for a few things: give shelter from heat, keep tree tar and bird poop from the tent, and not have to pack a soggy wet tent. I haven't put one up so far because it has not been necessary. Erecting a tent under a tarp shelter also overcomes the shortcomings of a small rain fly. We also use tarps to create a kitchen and dining area when we have a big group.

[@CampingGuidance]

@@chomp54321 Hahaha you may have to wait a while for it, it's taking me longer than expected to get them all tested right now 😅 But thank you in advance for always being here! Omg that's so cool!! Tbh I've only ever used LED camping lights all my life HAHAHA but a gas/oil/old-school lantern definitely sounds awesome! Can I trouble you to send me some of your recommendations? I'd love to check them out. Ah I see! I'm surprised no-brand tarps work well for you guys. In Singapore I used to use no-brand tents many years ago, and they sucked hahaha. Our no-brand stuff here isn't great cos we don't have a big camping market. Oh well. Thanks for letting me know though! 🥰

[@sofiaelmira666]

Can you do a seam patching video??

[@rachelyates7473]

Brilliant video - thank you!

[@hazebartowski]

I want to start camping but don’t know the basic things required. I see that for a tent, u need to have a groundsheet, and a big rainfly? But here u seem to not have it

[@CampingGuidance]

A groundsheet is recommended, and any cheap tarp will do! As for the rainfly - do you expect a lot of rain? What are the weather conditions like where you're camping?

[@toxicologyforever9700]

What about waterproof, durable family size tents (8+ persons)?

[@CampingGuidance]

The Wawona comes in an 8, and I've heard good things about it from my viewers!

[@2visiondigital]

I have a NTK Colorado, full rain fly. It has punched above it's class for value.

[@CampingGuidance]

Thanks for the suggestion! 🥰 I had one NTK but it wasn't great. The Cherokee.

[@JohnSmith-xi2oq]

Ill stick with hille over any of these for any and all weather. If its just rain ill stick with either of my dcf tents over these.

[@CampingGuidance]

Thanks John! This is definitely not the most comprehensive list of waterproof tents, just those that I've tested. one day I'll get hille too!

[@charliek2557]

The Wawona looks awesome but is there a great 8 person option that is waterproof?

[@CampingGuidance]

Yes the Wawona actually comes in an 8 person version!

[@leeknoz935]

That rain tho.

[@morgangentle1515]

The new ozark trail 10 person has a 1200 mm exterior is that ok

[@CampingGuidance]

Hmm that should be okay but I recommend trying it out yourself instead of relying on the HH rating! I haven't had good impressions of waterproofing from ozark.

[@marthas8108]

fantastic -- many thanks!

[@waynelaw320]

Your house is at Windsor area? I see monkeys 😂😂😂

[@CampingGuidance]

I'm in Singapore! Tropical area, and I live next to monkeys HAHA

[@persona5305]

6:00 you can fix all those and turn a cheap tent into an expensive quality waterproof tent by using $12 or less seam sealant. choose the sealant based on your tent's material.

[@CampingGuidance]

That's definitely true! 🥰 But some people don't want to do that though, they prefer to use it out of the box haha

[@persona5305]

@@CampingGuidance you're right but being Asian that I am. I will do this even with my expensive tent to give extra life to it😆

[@Moondog9322]

I always enjoy watching your videos, Liz....so many choices out there and I appreciate your quality reviews . Your videography and editing are top notch, too! I had a chance to use my Core 6P a few times last summer/fall and it worked out great! Hope you are doing well. :)

[@CampingGuidance]

Aww thank you so much!! 🥰 It really means a lot that you're still here watching all my videos! I hope to step up with more videos in 2024 cos I was lazy last year haha. I also got a new editor so that's his hard work right there :) I edited some, and he polished everything up haha. And I'm glad that your Core has been doing well for you! I hope you get more chances to use it in the upcoming summer 😁 I'm doing great! What about you?

[@Moondog9322]

@@CampingGuidance So nice to hear back from you! I'm doing well, though it's very cold today. Ugh. Are you on Facebook?

[@CampingGuidance]

@@Moondog9322 So nice to hear back from you too! 🥰 Thank you for the reply! Oh man I'm sorry it's so cold. If you ever think about relocating, Singapore has all-year round summer 😉 And no sadly I don't have any social media :( I deleted my Facebook account a few years ago cos it wasn't good for my overall mental health. I may get back into it though, for this channel! What's your Facebook account?

[@Moondog9322]

@@CampingGuidance I was wondering if you have any experience with camping stoves, and which are best. Also, what do you do with all your camping gear? Guess what? It's cold here still. lol Snowed some last night.

[@CampingGuidance]

@@Moondog9322 Hmm so far I've only had a little bit of experience with Coleman stoves, but I was running through fuel like crazy, which made me feel not environmentally friendly. I've since stopped using them, but I'm not sure how they compare to other stoves at the moment :( Sorry about that! When camping in Singapore we don't actually use stoves much, cos we usually tend to use the provided BBQ pits to cook our food. HAHA so far I'm still holding on to so much camping gear. I should probably sell them away to raise more funds to buy more gear though, but I've been too lazy to take photos and put them all up 🤣 Oh man I'm sorry about the cold, I hope you're holding up okay! When will it start getting warmer? Oh btw! I got a notification that you wanted to send me a private message, but I can't find that comment anymore, weird. Can you drop me an email to send me a private message? :)

[@xavierx93]

Great review. Im thinking of getting the wawona 4. Do you think it fairs the same as the wawona 6 in terms of waterproofness?

[@CampingGuidance]

Yes it definitely should have the same waterproofing. Same with the 8 too 🥰

[@TimBee100]

​​@@CampingGuidance kinda cheap that they stop the weather-proofing half way up the seam.

[@ridhaafnioriestia3793]

Helpful review, thanks😊

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Ridha! I'm glad you liked this 🥰

[@brodiika5311]

How does the Wawona 6 do in really windy weather?

[@CampingGuidance]

So far, I've heard it holds up super great! A friend of mine and a few of my viewers have told me that. I think so far I've heard anywhere from 15-50mph.

[@debbie2027]

EXCELLENT .. Thanks so much

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Debbie! 🥰 I'm really glad you liked this!

[@greatlambrini8722]

What would be the point of a non-waterproof tent?

[@CampingGuidance]

I think you'd be surprised at how many non-waterproof tents there are out there! Edit: Also, some folks like camping in just good/perfect weather!

[@abhi6443]

Fantastic video

[@seattlejs3]

Great reviews, love your channel.

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much! I'm really glad that you're here too 🥰

[@filipemmarques]

Quechua 2S easy still waterproof even with the vents open with a day of heavy heavy rain 😅, so is the number one 😁 and 120€ here 😊

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much for the comments and input as always Filipe! 🥰 And don't be jealous but the Easy is only now S$150 in Singapore! 😁 But still your price is wayyy better than in the US. No idea why so expensive haha.

[@filipemmarques]

@@CampingGuidance And don't forget you can always delivery your're old Decathlon material and get a voucher for that, so you can pay even less 😁

[@CampingGuidance]

@@filipemmarques WHAT!!! I didn't know that!! I threw my old broken Quechua 2S Fresh and Black away 😭 But then again it was in so bad condition maybe Decathlon won't accept it hahaha

[@filipemmarques]

@@CampingGuidance I think I already told you that somewhere in the past 😅 They accept, they have 3 levels: bad, more or less and good. Of course the good condition give more. Despite that they have the 2 years guaranted, you can return your products and if they are in very good conditions they return the value you pay 😁. At least is how it works here in Portugal 😁

[@CampingGuidance]

@@filipemmarques Sorry about that Filipe! Omg I think I must have read your message wrongly, I thought that you got the voucher only because your tent was defective! Didn't realize that you could also get when you trade your tent in 😅😅😅 Oh wow and you can return your products in good condition for the full amount? Even after using it maybe like once or twice and it's not brand new anymore? 😲

[@LIMITED_ACCESS-w]

Naturehike???❤

[@davehoover8853]

If you want a bombproof tent try a Hilleberg. Another level of protection rain, wind, snow or any large storm. Expensive, but never fail.

[@CampingGuidance]

Thanks so much for the input Dave! Which Hilleberg tent would you recommend?

[@davehoover8853]

@@CampingGuidance That really depends on what you are doing. They have a wide range of tents from expedition arctic tents to a lightweight trekking pole tent. I have the Unna, the Allak, the Namatj and the Anaris. All are good for backpacking or climbing in high winds, snow or rain, except the Anaris. That is their trekking pole tent and suitable for summer use and provides excellent ventilation and flexible uses.

[@CampingGuidance]

@@davehoover8853 Thanks so much for the suggestions and recommendations! Actually I don't do any expeditions or backpacking at the moment 😅 Do you know if they have family car camping tents?

[@dcfavorite]

I'm a camping newbie, so please excuse me if this may be a dumb question: Wouldn't it be best to put a tarp over the tent in addition to the rainfly if you know that there's a chance to rain? By the tests you did, I think the best thing to do is not to directly expose the rainfly to the rain, and just use that as a last line of defence, right?

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey feel free to ask any question that you may have! No question is a dumb question. And yes! A tarp over the tent in addition to the rainfly is DEFINITELY a great way to increase waterproofing. But the thing is not a lot of people want to buy another piece of gear, and it's another thing to set up, so that depends on your personal preference.

[@dcfavorite]

@@CampingGuidance I mean, if you know there's a good chance that it would rain, and a tarp just folds up nicely into a small pouch, why risk getting wet, right?

[@CampingGuidance]

@@dcfavorite Yup that's definitely true!

[@ringoyang5078]

Do you prefer pop up or traditional tents?

[@CampingGuidance]

I can set up tents kind of quick, so I prefer traditional tents! They're easier to repair when the poles break haha

[@freddyjuarez5602]

So basically The MOUNTAIN ULTRA 1-PERSON TENT is the number one tent of all the tents on this video???????????

[@CampingGuidance]

Hahah no! I think the Wawona is the best.

[@troyc5994]

My $80 dollar Ozark trail 8 person cabin tent went through a heavy thunder storm with 40 mph winds with no leaks. Don’t ask me how it was possible because I could not believe it my self. Wind bent the tent till the roof was almost flat but nothing broke. I was in dis belief.

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey Troy! HAHAH you read my mind, I was about to ask how that was possible. Maybe I've been unlucky with defects or something 😆😆😆

[@alexdennison7552]

damn that wawona really came out on top

[@CampingGuidance]

I really liked it! 🥰

[@amirsartipi]

do you have any experience with MSR Habiscape Lounge 6 or Marmot Limestone 6 ? Thanks a lot for your detail review, all videos are extremely helpful.

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey Amir! I think I replied your question in another one of your comments (but I'm not sure if you received it cos sometimes KZbin just disappears some comments zzz). No real experience with either, but I'd go with the MSR for a higher quality tent!

[@joannahoprisanu8885]

This is by far the most informative channel about camping tents, I love the content,and help the guidance into choosing which tent to get, but I have a question. Might you know a tent that is waterproof and instant ? Under 400$

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much for the kind words, that really means a lot to me 🥰 Hmm how waterproof do you need the tent to be? The best one I've got so far is the Gazelle T4, but it's not as waterproof as the ones I covered in this video.

[@brentblair4637]

Glad I found your channel!!

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Brent! 🥰

[@jangwuan87]

Vestibules 🙌🏼

[@lakorai2]

Time to test the Durston X-Mid series

[@CampingGuidance]

Oooh thank you for the suggestion!

[@dcfavorite]

I would love to see you test the CORE Large Multi Room Tent for Family with Full Rainfly, as it is by far the only "Instant" tent that I found to have a full rainfly.

[@CampingGuidance]

yeah I know right?! I would love to get it too but it's not available in my local Amazon. Maybe one day! I wish more instant tents came with fuller rainflies haha.

[@massy3920]

Found your reviews. Great work! When are you planning to do a SUV/Car tents review? Waiting to see what you think before buying one. Thanks.

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much! 🥰 It really means a lot to me that you like my reviews. As for SUV/car tents, I don't plan to do those anytime soon unfortunately. Maybe within a few years when I have time and money to go to the US for RVing and camping, but it's just not a thing where I am (Singapore) :(

[@yours09trully]

Pretty knowledgeable bro 🤙

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you!! 🥰

[@tristramstout8988]

You made a good video about these tents. Much better than most product review videos. However I don’t share the same opinion about the North Face Wawona 6. I have that tent and I believe it fails in regards to being waterproof due to the short rain fly. I love its huge vestibule and the fact that I can stand up in it; I’m 6’-3”. But I have witnessed serious moisture entering the tent either through the floor or side that isn’t covered with the rain fly. Oh, and I do have the foot print, but I have found the floor quite wet. I believe it’s due to the short rain fly.

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey Tristram! Thank you for the kind words! 🥰 Oh man I'm so sorry to hear about your experience with the Wawona though. And yeah I do agree that the rain fly can be much longer. Was there a lot of wind when you were camping? Perhaps that could have blown the rain in?

[@Spolt_main]

I just bought a 2-person decathlon 2 second waterproof tent at Wal-Mart for $40 on clearance. It's amazing. Absolute steal.

[@CampingGuidance]

Wow that's awesome! $40 for brand new is insane 😲 Glad you love it!

[@lee.valley]

ive got 2 naturehike tents, the cloud up 3 and the mongar 2, both are extreamly good waterproof tents, good quality for a budget/mid range option.

[@CampingGuidance]

Thanks so much for the suggestions Lee! I'll see what I can do to update this video with those tents in the future 🥰

[@970zfinest]

the truth is unless you have a dyneema tent no tent is truly water proof if you can afford a dyeemna like most of us get a 2000 to 5000m waterproof rating then spray it with kiwi camp dry.

[@CampingGuidance]

That's true!! I gotta get a dyneema tent next time. When I can afford it hahaha

[@brennanwhitmer5974]

Your reviews are so helpful and insightful! I would really love your opinion on Kelly tents, they look promising but there are not many good reviews.

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey Brennan! Thank you so much for your kind words, they really mean a lot to me 🥰 Hmm I used to have a Kelty Salida 2, and I really liked the quality. It's not exactly 'high-end' like The North Face here, but it's not exactly budget like Coleman either. It's somewhere in the middle, perhaps similar to Alps Mountaineering? Does that help? I'm currently saving up to buy some Kelty tents to make a Best Kelty Tents video, but I probably won't get to testing them till the end of the year sadly :(

[@swoondrones]

The problem I always found with tents is that the length was too short. I'm only 1.8 m high, but I need at least 2.2 to 2.4 m to be able to clear the slant of the tent. But it's just so hard to find. It's hard to find long tents. I don't want to touch the inner tent. I just want to sleep.

[@CampingGuidance]

You make me feel like being short is a good thing! 🤣 Although I have height envy and I'd love to be taller hahaha. Oh yeah that's the problem with small tents, you need a longer length to clear the slant. I didn't think you would need up to 2.4m though! 😲 That's quite hard to find I think, I haven't come across any yet :( But if I do, I'll let you know! (If you still wanna go camping next time haha)

[@MeAndMyRoyalEnfield]

WOW, you do an amazing job. Loved this video. I travel full time on My Royal Enfield Motorcycle. I have been using Wenzel Jack Pine 4 for 3 years. I'm on my 4th tent now. Because it's my home I don't care about price. I like the size 7x8 for me my gear and saddlebags, 8x8 would be nicer. Love the big back window, white fly to stay cool, mesh doesn't start until about 18 inches up for more privacy when not using the fly and draft protection when it chills down at night, 4 side pockets & overhead shelf, like the mud mat. I don't like the fiberglass poles, and the worst is the one for the door hoop, that always breaks right away. Their warranty is great, just don't like that I have to use it. Once I got a whole new tent because they were out of poles. The worst part is the floor is not tube type and as I learned from you it's an inverted seam that is not sealed and the leakage that I've had these two days of rain is why I found your excellent video. My previous Jack Pine 4s leaked and I tried liquid seam sealer but this time think I will try seam tape. Do you know of a tape you recommend? I really do like this tent including the small pack size for strapping to my motorcycle, I just wish they put a touch more quality in the product. If I get tired of bailing water I may try the Teton Ultra 4 as you have shown us. Thank you!

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much! 🥰 I've never used tape though :( Only the liquid seam sealer. Which brand did you use? I typically like the one from Gear Aid!

[@MeAndMyRoyalEnfield]

@@CampingGuidance Thank you for the reply. Not having a home so I can get the same products I get what ever is in the local stores. Walmart, Coghlans Seam Seal. Gear Aid has a lot of products. GEAR AID Seam Grip FC appears to be close to the product I have. Also thinking of using their GEAR AID Tenacious Tape Repair and Seam Tape to completely cover the inverted seam they use for the floor to wall seam.

[@pueblo1960]

Wow those rain tests were awesome. Can’t believe all that rain. Being here in the desert. Have you tested canvas tents like Kodiak? Would like to see how they do. Thanks

[@CampingGuidance]

Aww thank you!! It's not super common to have all that rain, and I think this video was like 2 years in the works HAHA. I have rain like that only a few days per year, so that's a lot of waiting. And yes Kodiak is on my radar, but I can't afford it now though :( Next time for sure though!

[@gabriellecharles710]

Can you do a video testing the best seam tapes and seam sealers on the less water proof family tents like the core, 10 person straightwall or the coleman weather master as well? Can you also do a video on camping equipement upgrades like the best stakes etc

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey again Gabrielle! Thanks again for all your comments, they definitely help my videos out 🥰 And yes those are some really great ideas! I'm actually gonna focus on lighting for the whole of 2024 (I think), but I could definitely do those after! 🥰

[@AB-nv7bz]

Just got a base camp 6. I can confirm all seams are now taped. Also they gave me 6 guy lines and not 4. REI listens.

[@CampingGuidance]

NICE!!! Really glad they made such great changes. Thanks for letting me know!

[@cameronbateau6510]

How much did a base camp 6 cost when you got it?

[@AB-nv7bz]

@@cameronbateau6510 $350. Memorial Day sale

[@CampingGuidance]

@@cameronbateau6510 It's the same price now as when I got it! I don't think they increased the price. YET haha

[@robp3431]

Solid testing !!! Do you have any plans for reviewing the Nemo Aurora Highrise 4 or 6 ?

[@CampingGuidance]

thank you again Rob! 🥰 And yes I do wanna test that eventually, but not within the next year :( Got my hands full right now with all kinds of camping lights 😅 I'm hoping to get it done maybe the year after!

[@j.w.7688]

If you haven't yet done one, i would be very excited to see you do a review on outdoor water filters, simply bcuz yor attention to detail is on-another-level😃👍

[@CampingGuidance]

Ooooh thanks for the suggestion JW! I've got a couple of those, so I'll get around to doing that next time for sure! Over the next year I've got my hands full with different types of camping lights though 😅 Sorry for the wait :(

[@luisantoniovenegas1135]

Any recommendations for a tent : a couple and 2 toddlers . 3 to 4 seasons . I also would like the floor to be a bit thicker

[@CampingGuidance]

Hey Luis! Are you looking for a waterproof tent? What are your priorities when looking for a tent? I will be able to give you a better recommendation with more details. The North Face Wawona 6 would fit a couple and 2 toddlers well though! Strictly a 3-season summer tent though.

[@Laàvod]

Ozark there cheap lights weight material and there just budget cheap not worth buy ty .USA strongers gears good ty.

[@CampingGuidance]

Haha they're okay if you're camping in perfect weather 😅 Thanks for letting me know! 🥰

[@mandymorrison5039]

Thank you so much!! Your reviews are amazing! I really appreciate it. 😊💕

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much Mandy! I really appreciate you 🥰

[@rebelwithacause5217]

Thats great but I want a stand up tent with push-button poles. I loved the Coleman 4 person but I dont need one that large.

[@CampingGuidance]

Hmm I don't think that any tent below a 4P would allow you to stand up in them sadly, I've not experienced that before. And most instant tent (with the push-button poles - I think this is what you're referring to) don't come below a 4P too :(

[@utubetjc]

Excellent review! I have the Wawona 6P tent, have used it several times and highly recommend it. Cheers!

[@CampingGuidance]

Thank you so much for sharing Tom! I guess great minds think alike 😉