With an overall score of 8/10 for ease of use and set-up, it’s amazing how this tent pops up at the campsite. Being intimidated by the large number of poles, rods, and stakes necessary for the set-up process is normal, but we promise you need not be afraid of this tent. We do wish it was a bit more weather resistant, however, as it takes a fair bit of effort to fully weather-proof ozark trail 4 person dome tent this tent yourself. From our experience… this tent could be just right for those not willing to give up on comfort just because they have a large party sleeping in their cabin. So, you can be sure that if a tent did well in rain but poorly in intense sunlight, we figured it all out. Mostly due to its slightly difficult set-up process, and overall weather resistance.
One of the most important considerations when looking for the best 6 man tent is size. It is possible but might be a little bit hard all on your own, an extra person to help could be better. Yes, with 72 inches of headroom, most adults will be able to stand up in the tent.
With 3 large mesh windows as well as a top vent, the tent does well and circulating air and keeping the inside of the tent cool. This is a solid tent that will work in both cold and warm weather and is a great option for those who want a tent for a variety of situations. Most six-person tents have a square floor plan and measure about 10 x 10 feet. Classic dome tent design limits the interior room – peak height is only in a limited area.
The Coleman Sundome 6 Person Tent is designed for those who have no previous experience with setting up a tent. Despite a list of values posted in other online reviews, there isn’t a hydrostatic head rating for this budget-friendly tent. For more information, read our review of the Coleman sundome elite model. The footprint coleman 6 person tent measures 10′ x 10′ for a total of 100 square feet. The fiberglass poles can make even the heartiest camper cringe once you hear them creak under tension . There are no reports of them breaking, and we had no issues during our testing other than a bit of said creaking — but fiberglass is less forgiving than aluminum.
This first started in family camping trips but soon turned into adventure camps and hiking through the Scottish Hebrides. Now he has turned towards trying to make camping more comfortable and accessible. It has an easy setup and because it’s well-ventilated, this 3-season tent will be the perfect choice for warm weather.
Second, the bathtub-style groundsheet can be zipped off, creating an airy open space. Lastly, while the design is simple and classic, the Unistrength has a few unexpected features. This tent would make a great set-piece at large events like weddings, or it could be used as a glamping tent with a group of friends. They don’t hold up well in high winds and should probably be replaced with stronger stakes upon purchase.
The picture below shows all the elements in the package and you can see also its carry bag. But the packed size 26 x 12 inches is very good so you can transport it even on a bicycle. The porch is shown in the pictures above and it adds around 1/3 of the protected space. But even the tent without the porch still has the awning and windbreakers on the sides , so the screen room is partly protected.
Additionally, Bushnell tents are great when it comes to gear storage. There are multiple storage pockets, a gear hammock, as well as storage pockets on the outside of the tent next to the entrance door. These are great tents that are easy to set up, provide great weather protection, and offer lots of gear storage and organization.