Gazelle T4 Plus Hub Tent Review
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- Questions about the T4 Plus made by Gazelle? Check out my first review video to get them
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When you roll up the windows, roll and tuck them underneath for a cleaner look and so it's less likely to collect moister 👌🏻 (learned that from another video)
i understand why the upgrade stakes and footprint are not included, because a company wants to keep the price affordable, So the customer has the option of buying their product or making do with a tarp and cheaper stakes, Thanks Gazelle for the practical option.
Thanks for the review. I'm planning on getting one of these this year.
I still have my older T4 that we spent many nights outdoors, just picked this one up a couple of months ago. Awesome tents, worth the investment for a lifetime of memories.
Your video is what I wanted to see, just bought one.
Outstanding review!! Thanks for this video!! 👏👏👏👏🙏
Really good review! Very appreciated!
Loved the video. Best part was the ridgies. I have two myself. Only one likes to go camping with me. Haha. Have the same one, but overland edition in my cart. The video helped quite a bit in getting me closer to pulling the trigger on it.
Thanks for the review.
Love it! I'm researching tents for us - 2 seniors that are looking to start camping. We need easy set up and tear down and space to stand tall, not crawl at all. The Gazelle T4 Plus is leading the pack so far. I appreciate your review. But.... Roll Tide 😉😘 Lol!!
I have the T4 but may get this T8 for family. Great review
You got me covered! Good review, just bought one, THANKS!
Aaahhhh!! Where did you find one? Everywhere I’ve looked, they’re out of them. Not really complaining. Just curious. I’ve preordered but won’t get until end of April.
I got mine on Amazon and it only took about a week to come in. Not sure what the wait time is now for it though.
Very good review! Thank You
Glad you take the Ridgers camping.I bet they love that pretty, new tent too.
They love nothing more than being active in the outdoors!
Hey beautiful...talking to the puppy.
The bag looks heavy.
11.28.2021/ I made a purchase; will be taking it out this coming week. Thx for the excellent review. I added the gazelle gazebo too...for my pandemic puppies.
Thanks for reviewing this tent. I have the standard T4 and was curious how different mine is from the Plus model. Those six sided gazebos are dope.
Epic tent! Great review Jo
Thanks!
Thank you great Video.
Best review I’ve seen so far! Thanks! ~ Maria
Ps. What is the ventilation like on the screen room side when the walls are down? I noticed that there are no windows in the privacy walls like the Clam Quickset has so that you can allow some airflow when more privacy or weather protection is needed
Thanks great video
So I have the T3, and am looking to upgrade to this model. My main concern was it fitting in the back of my Taco (short bed). Seems thats not an issue!!!
Great video, I just got mine and alot had to do with this vid. I have yet to get a footprint for it even tho it should come with one already.
This video was the deciding factor on me getting one too. It's my understand the tent does not come with the footprint. If you want one, you have to buy that separately. When I ordered mine, I went on and ordered the footprint and also beefier tent stakes.
Hi! Thank you for the video. Have you happened to use it during rain or wind, if so how did it do?
What are the specific floor measurements? Just wondering if official measurement are from Centre of hub walls and the actually floor width measurement is smaller. Thanks
Awesome!!!👠🚌👠
Great review. I'm considering buying one. If you had to decide again, would you go with the same tent?
How is the tent for keeping light out? Ie at 4am when the sun comes up, is it super bright? Thanks
I just used my, for few days in camping I m giving 4 sitars out of 5, the risen 1 star to close front tent wont close 100% may be i did not set up right , but i think i did right, my previews tent full close 100%.
What is the different between t4 plus and t4 plus hub tent?
This is a very nice tent and has received many positive reviews on YT. However, there seems to be no follow up reviews. Now that you've had it for a while, what do you think about the "front doors"? One reviewer mentioned that it is impossible to pull the zipper all the way down from inside, and that it is not easy to close the bottom of the doors completely to prevent insects from coming in because it is somewhat difficult to completely close the velcro. About the velcro, do you find the fabric/loop side frazzling out and not sticking well after repeated opening and closing? I think velcros invariable wear out. I wish they had put in zippers for the door bottoms.
Also, what has been your experience using it in heavy rain? Was there any leak?
Maybe you can put out a follow-up video on this tent?
Thanks for your help.
Nice Tent. Fun watching ⛺️😎👍
Thank you!
Do windows open fully was going to put a standing ac inside it
You should do a video of it being put up in it's carrying case with time lapse of course.
That's a good suggestion! When I get some time I'll make sure and film that so you can see how to put it it up
@@goprojo6831 here's a video of the previous version of the T4 Plus being put away, on the new version we have increased the bag size so now it is even easier to get back into the bag. czcams.com/video/T91uY2JkhSg/video.html
Thank you for the review! I am looking at the T4 or the T4 Plus. I want the Plus but am concerned it won't fit in some tent camping spots. Have you run into this issue? Thank you
Nope! We have not had an issues with it fitting in any tent spots yet. I think it would fit in almost any car camping location.
I'm curious what night lantern you use and would you recommend it?
At 9:01, how much of the tent is open by those poles, is it enough of a space to allow bugs or spiders?
What size air mattress are you using?
Do you know what the difference between this one you purchased and the T8….aside from the T4 having that large front entry door….which I do like! I’m stuck between either one of those I would just like a helpful input on the two….thank you
From what I can see, the T8 is just two T4s attached like a T4 plus. The T8 doesn’t have the pull away walls to make the front and two sides like a screened in porch. And yes, like you mentioned, no large door opening.
Hi ... we are a shorter couple 5'6" about ... how tall is this tent , are you able to stand up straight? Nice review, love the room of the tent and ease of use...
Bob >
Hey Bob! I am 6' and have to stoop a little to get through the openings, but once inside, I can stand up easily without my head touching the top.
I thought that was a great video. Question how much are they and where do we buy one ? Thank you
You can find it on Amazon
Gazelle T4 Plus Extra Large 4 to 8 Person Portable Pop Up Outdoor Shelter Camping Hub Tent with Extended Screened in Sun Room, Orange www.amazon.com/dp/B08B7LMPJY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_XX7GFH5KC52S0EGFDQ67
Or on Gazelle’s website.
gazelletents.com/collections/hub-tents/products/t4-plus-hub-tent-with-screen-room-gt450ss?variant=37760208732328
I know they’ve been sold out on Gazelles website so that probably means they’ll be sold out on Amazon too.
What are the dimensions of the footprint and thickness? Is the purpose of the footprint for added water proofing or to protect floor of tent from wear and tears? Should the footprint stick out a few inches or feet beyond the edges on all sides of the tent, or be totally hidden under the tent?
It's primarily to help protect the bottom of the tent. The footprint should be fully hidden underneath, or it will funnel rainwater under the tent and possibly flood it.
Why made you decide over the gazelle over a 8 person Coleman with screen entrance . Im looking into these tents but the price difference is over 400 dollars
Great review. I am torn between the T4 plus and the T4 overland edition because of the footprint and upgraded stakes. How large of a tarp are you using for a footprint? Does the tarp completely cover the whole bottom (t4 side and screen side) or just the t4 side?
I’m using a 7-1/2 ft. X 9-1/2 ft. Tarp. The 7-1/2 ft. Width just covers the tent side to side but the 9-1/2 ft. Is not long enough to capture the tent front to back. So I had the whole back part of the T4 on the tarp and the front open part was only half way on the tarp. I’ll probably get a larger tarp eventually to serve as a complete footprint.
The overland edition does look awesome but I couldn’t pass on the additional space.
If you go to our website there is a footprint (GA103) available for the T4plus as well as the all terrain stakes can be purchased separately.
@@gazelle7736 Thank you for replying to my comment. As a potential customer, allow me to provide some feedback. Having to pay to purchase extra equipment to properly secure and provide protection to a product is not the best business practice. There are numerous reviews on CZcams that show the T4 having visible wear and tear in the bottom liner, The carrying bag forming holes, as well as how the provided tent stakes do not hold up. The appeal of the overland edition is that these issues are corrected. Most people are not afraid spend a little more for a good quality product, but we should not have to spend time (or money) finding solutions to get to that quality. If your T4 Overland edition has been successful at all, then either come out with an overland edition for your T4+/T8 models, or include them with the product already
@@coreywangler the tent comes with stakes and guy-lines. A footprint is not totally necessary floors are removable so if you were ever to have an issue they could be replaced. We are looking at a T4 plus overland edition but due to the lack of factory capacity anything we launch will not be out until at the earliest fourth quarter.
@@gazelle7736 what is a T4 overland gonna be like?
Owning this tent is only in a dream...😭😭😭
Thank for your video my question is can you run an electric cord is there an opening for one
There is not a designed opening for an electric cord, but you can easily run a cord through the bottom tub liner and where it Velcro’s to the wall. I’ve done this the past two times camping and it works quite well. There’s also a little overlap on the outside at the liner connection so it keeps and outside moisture out pretty well.
Thanks
Thanks for this helpful video! Can you advise if there is any way to hang additional storage, like a collapsible hanging storage shelf or shoe organizer that you might hang in a closet or on a door?
There’s a bunch of space with all of the netting and mesh pouches that are attached to the walls but to answer your question, no I’m not sure there’s any spot you could really mount or hang additional storage cubbies. The side pole frames are diagonal so it would be a little tricky hanging from that. You could probably hang a storage pouch or something from the top frame pieces but would also be in danger of collapsing the tent if you put something too heavy in it.
@@goprojo6831 Thank you for your feedback! Much appreciated!
Can bugs come in from the floor with the Velcro? How about the corners?
If the Velcro is completely closed it should keep out bugs.
I've used the T4 plus extensively this summer, the issue with corners is the poles that support the frame of entrance can not fully sealed since they hook to the outside of tent. I love this tent however earwigs manage to get in from there.
We had a crazy amount of ants that came in the cracks of the Velcro floor, ruin our weekend and now the wife does not trust this tent to keeps the bugs out, so we use our seam sealed floor old style tents and selling this one, never need to remove a floor for cleaning a tent that’s nonsense, it if got damaged that would be the only positive point of a removable floor, if they can make a better floor design I would buy another one because I like the setup
Do you have a tear down and pack up video?
Not yet. I am planning on making one soon!
Here you go, Tim.
czcams.com/video/K17A9SFPy2g/video.html
Ridgebacks!!!!!
There's one question that you didn't answer and that is how big can the cot be that will fit inside the sleeping area? I just bought the T4 plus Overland edition and I'd like to know if I can fit a 7 ft cot inside. I still have a couple of months before I can go camping so I have not set it up yet.
I’m 6’ and we were able to fit a queen sized mattress in one of the T4 sides easily. You’ll definitely have room for a 7’ cot.
@@goprojo6831 thank you so much! I was starting to worry as I haven't set this tent up yet. Now that you mentioned it do you have any recommendations for an airbed? I'd prefer to have one that's a little elevated since I'm getting old. Thanks again!
@@megdahlin1118 unfortunately I don’t really have much experience with air beds other than using a regular air mattress with a battery powered pump. And I actually was not too much of a fan. I prefer something more rigid and we’ve since gone with packable foam sleeping pads.
@@goprojo6831 okay thank you so much. Your video was very helpful otherwise!
I appreciate the comments! Happy camping!
The one thing you didn't mention is the weight. I'm a single female and I like all the positive attributes of this tent. I have ordered one (it's on backorder) and after I bought it, I saw that it weighs 51 lbs. I know, I should have noted the weight before I bought it, but I didn't. Now, I'm wondering if I should cancel the order. What are your thoughts concerning weight? Do you think a healthy adult female who is 5'3" can handle this tent? Thank you in advance for any opinions you may have.
I did not mention the weight :/ it is definitely a camp out of your car type of tent. Not one to lug around a lot. I think a healthy adult female should be able to use the straps to move the tent around in short distances. It’s not light but also not unbearably heavy. My wife is 5’6” and she’s able to carry it to and from the bed of my truck with some effort.
@@goprojo6831 Thank you!
That's what I asked. That tent bag looks heavy.
I'm 5'5, 62 years old and what I just discovered as I just purchased this tent and it arrived about a week ago is that if you take the guts out of it- all the items that will come out separately including the tent stakes and put them in a separate bag that drops the weight about 18 pounds. Now I can lift the bag! Sadly there aren't those handy straps on the ends of the bag that I get with the T4 plus overland. Not sure why they did that.
@@megdahlin1118 Thank you for the tip! I'll take the extras out and put them in their own bag!
Joli
Have you been in a frog strangler in it? How about in winds?
No. I haven’t done any camping extreme weather yet. Just some light rain and humidity that the tent help up very well in.
Just got this bro! How has this been holding up
Have not been using it in the summer due to the heat but tent has been holding up great! I still stand by my recommendation!
Graux Tigers
nice ridgeback
Geaux Tigers
Geaux Tigers!
Is it the only color?
Gazelle offers a T4 overland which is green but I do not think they have the Overland edition for the T4 Plus.
That doggo looks like my Sugar when she came to my house after being homeless for 6 months. it needs some food and tlc! :P ( i know the time she was homeless bcz she had belonged to a neighbor of mine previously)
Thank you for your concern but my doggo is plenty healthy (always passing routine vet check ups without any issues) and definitely receives more than enough tlc. (A lot of that would be seen in the deleted scenes not shown >.
Just an observation, it looks like it would be easiest to set the tent up by starting at one of the ends rather than on the sides.
It's only as slow as you are......
How can you make a relevant review of something you used twice? One of those two occasions is making this video.
When you do enough camping and research from other tents and other reviews, you know what to look for, what’s good, and what’s not. I could say the same thing to a home inspector looking at my house for the first time. If you don’t like my review, please move on.
@@goprojo6831 a home inspector isn't reviewing your house. A house inspector is inspecting your house, checking if it's built the way a house is supposed to be built. A house inspector doesn't care how is your kitchen appliances organised, whether you put single or double door on entrance, how roomy your living room is, how big your bathtub is. What you did is an overview, a short summary, first impressions. Review requires you to take a product and use it in different conditions. If you'd make a review of a flashlight you'd would turn it on twice in the dark and said oh yeah this flashlight is amazing because it actually works. You wouldn't take the time to see how long it can run on different light intensity? You wouldn't try to, I don't know, bash it or drop it on the ground to check the build quality? Dude. You didn't mention pros and cons of the tent, nothing wrong with the tent? Nothing to improve? Oh no wait, yeah the stakes are aluminium and it doesn't come with a ground sheet, right. How waterproof, windproof is the tent, how is it in the cold, hot conditions, how good is the condensation ? Those are just a few, necessary things you have to mention when making a tent review, but you can't possibly know all that, because you actually used it once.
@@odys3803 well thank you for taking the time to watch. I’ll make sure to express your concerns if I make a follow up video which hopefully meets your standards.
@@goprojo6831 whatever, obviously you don't know what to look for when reviewing a ten, and when you get single critique, you get defensive, very mature, that'll surely help you get better at your, what is this? A hobby? Stick to running.
@@odys3803 he didn't get defensive really though, im amazed that he didn't after your petty comment.