I have talked to a couple people that own the Elk Mountain Yukon tent and they have nothing but good things to say about them. White Duck on the other hand was a different story. I like the ease of setup for the bell tent plus the room of the 16’ diameter. I would like room for 4-people. The...
If there is, they don’t advertise. I have lived in Fairbanks for 30 years and haven’t heard of any other then a guide that passed away several years ago that used horses and another guide in the Healy area.
I have a Wiggy’s Sleep system that I have used for years and it’s great but I have pretty much switched over to a quilt. Very seldom do I carry a sleeping bag anymore.
@Slug thanks and that is just 🥵. Any tent would be hot at those temperatures. Look forward to hearing back from you on your next trip to see how it does with some heat. Thanks again
Slug, now that you have had the 16’ Yukon Bell tent for awhile, what are your thoughts? I am thinking about that same tent. How many people with a stove will it sleep? Thanks for any info.
Thanks, for the added info and I will look into the Avalon some more. I had found a place that I could buy the 16.5’ Regatta for a tad over $700 with free shipping which seems to be a very good deal. Heck the free shipping is a Super Saver for me since I live in Fairbanks Alaska.
I was reading...
Superdoo, thanks for the info. I have looked at both but not sure about the zip on/off floor plus the added weight. I do like all the windows. I understand the stove pipe issue. I have a lightweight floorless tent with a backpack stove that I use a lot but if the wind picks up or blowing good, I...