Michael54
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My 10x14 kodiak works for 3 people and gear. But its tight. For 4 people you want to go bigger for sure
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You can get a floor for a Davis...I have one for my 14x16...Its not sewn in but works well.Alright now I’m sort of leaning Davis 14x15 or even 12x15 with a cook shack?
Still a little concerned with the lack of a true floor for family camping in the warmer months however. Completely comfortable with floorless in Oct in the Rockies, but in Ohio in May and Sept the wife might prefer a sewn in floor.
How is it sleeping with that crate foam on the cot? Also where did you get that shelf stretched across the top of the tent in that second photo?I have a Kodiak 10x14. I would say it's roomy and perfect for 2 people (cots, gear, a small table and a heater). Several pros including ease of set up, cost, and modularity. Also, a Big Buddy heater works good in it because the breathability of the canvas helps mitigate condensation from the propane being burned. Not 100%, but it helps. My son and I shared elk camp last year in one and it was a good set up. I think 3 is doable but it would definitely be a tight squeeze. No way could I see 4 in there. Oh and the rubberized floor can be mighty cold. We throw a cheap outdoor carpet down for a little extra comfort.
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This past season 4 of us used my brother-in-laws 12x20 Alaknak with vestibule. After installing 2 small tables near the door, a cylinder woodstove, and 4 cots, it was perfect for 4 and gear. It held up to some pretty strong gusts one night too. It's lightweight and easy to put up, we had it standing in about 20 mins, then it's just a matter of adjusting the tensioners. However I would say the biggest drawback is the material. We used a woodstove so there was no issue, but if you were running a buddy style heater you would absolutely be dealing with a dripping ceiling. It also doesn't "hold" the heat as well as canvas. Also, later seasons I'd be a little nervous with a heavy snow load, as it's not on an internal frame like a canvas wall tent. If I were going to buy a tent that size I'd want to go canvas. But for our conditions it worked out great and was easy to use.
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I always use an enclosed foam pad on the cot first, and then 2-3 layers of egg shell type foam on top of that. It's very comfortable.How is it sleeping with that crate foam on the cot?
The foam pad is extremely comfortable. It's a little bulky to pack along, but I think I actually sleep better in that giant cot with that thick pad than I do at home. Well worth the 40ish I paid for it.How is it sleeping with that crate foam on the cot? Also where did you get that shelf stretched across the top of the tent in that second photo?
How's the moisture in those?I have a 10x14 kodiak flexbow. Its great for 2 people with cots on opposite ends. 2 guys can set it up in 10 minutes. Staking it down is a must. I use a mr buddy heater and it works good. My recommendation would be getting 2 of the deluxe models. Pretty great truck camping option in my experience. Good luck
The only moisture i have noticed is from the rubber bottom where its seamed to the canvas and the zipper where i run the propane hose for the heater. I run am 18k btu buddy heater and it will run you out of there on high. I also have the deluxe model so i have vents on every door/wall. I just crack them a little and have never had an issue. I track in more water than anything else. Using the gear loft or paracord as a clothsline i can get everything dry overnight. I have woke up to 4" of snow and been comfortable.How's the moisture in those?