The 7 BEST 6-Person Tents (Bought & Tested, NOT Sponsored!)
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- čas přidán 27. 07. 2024
- I bought & tested these 7 best 6-person tents (in no particular order):
1. The North Face Wawona 6
2. REI Base Camp 6
3. REI Wonderland 6
4. Eureka Copper Canyon LX 6
5. Caddis Rapid 6
6. NTK Cherokee 6
7. Coleman Sundome 6
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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REI CO-OP
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➡️ Wawona 6: www.avantlink.com/click.php?t...
➡️ Base Camp 6: www.avantlink.com/click.php?t...
➡️ Wonderland 6: www.avantlink.com/click.php?t...
➡️ Eureka LX 6: www.avantlink.com/click.php?t...
➡️ Caddis Rapid 6: bit.ly/44yTW6m
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AMAZON
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➡️ Wawona 6: www.amazon.com/North-Face-Waw...
➡️ Eureka LX 6: www.amazon.com/Eureka-Copper-...
➡️ Caddis Rapid 6: www.amazon.com/Alpine-RSRT-6-...
➡️ NTK Cherokee 6: www.amazon.com/dp/B00NO7EL3S?...
➡️ Coleman Sundome 6: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
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➡️ Wawona 6: bit.ly/3WDp5mj
➡️ Eureka LX 6: bit.ly/3IF1pbA
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MOOSEJAW
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➡️ Wawona 6: bit.ly/3oy1Ptd
➡️ Eureka LX 6: bit.ly/3IH7Mej
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CZcams
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⚡The North Face Wawona 6: • The North Face Wawona ...
⚡REI Base Camp 6: • REI Base Camp 6 Review...
⚡REI Wonderland 6: • REI Wonderland 6 Revie...
⚡Eureka Copper Canyon LX 6: • Eureka Copper Canyon L...
⚡Caddis Rapid 6: • Caddis Rapid 6-Person ...
⚡NTK Cherokee 6: • NTK Cherokee GT 6-Pers...
⚡Coleman Sundome 6: • Coleman Sundome 6-Pers...
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⚡Best 6-Person Tents: campingguidance.com/best-6-pe...
⚡Wawona 6: campingguidance.com/the-north...
⚡Base Camp 6: campingguidance.com/rei-base-...
⚡Wonderland 6: campingguidance.com/rei-wonde...
⚡Eureka LX 6: campingguidance.com/eureka-co...
⚡Caddis Rapid 6: campingguidance.com/caddis-ra...
⚡Cherokee 6: campingguidance.com/ntk-chero...
⚡Sundome 6: campingguidance.com/coleman-s...
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I spent over $2,000 buying these 7 tents, 2 to 3 weeks testing each one of them (so almost 6 months altogether), and another 3 months after that putting this entire Best 6-Person Tents series together. Here's everything you'll find out:
🧭 Chapters:
00:00 Test 1: Ease of Use
04:52 Test 2: Spaciousness
08:04 Test 3: Comfort & Features
11:53 Test 4: Ventilation
15:44 Test 5: Weather Protection
18:06 Test 6: Quality
22:01 Test 7: Portability
22:11 Results + Recommendations
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DISCLOSURE
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As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases. For more info, please check out my full disclosure policy, which applies to both my website (Camping Guidance) and this CZcams channel: campingguidance.com/disclosur...
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Using my affiliate links above (only if you found the video helpful!) are what keeps my channel going 🥰 Also, a very special thank you goes out to @Bella Nova, @Tony Hendrick, and @Yair R. for the Super Thanks!
Excellent review 👏
@@darrelllewis2920 Thank you so much Darrell! I'm really happy that you liked the review 🥰
You really have the best reviews I've seen on any subject or product.
Oh wow thank you so much for the Super Thanks, Tony! It really means a lot and I'm really glad that you like all my reviews 🥰🥰 I'll definitely do my best to put out more of these camping reviews!
First thank you for your super Test Videos.
But herein my question : Did you here from the Tent s Fresh and Dark from the Brand 》》》 Decathlon ?
I prefar an big Family Instant Tent with 2 or 3 sleeping room and with one living room.
WhatsApp can you prefar?
Thank you for your answer.
@@michaelpupin Hi Michael! Thank you so much and I'm really glad that you like the test videos! If I understand your question correctly, I think the answer should be yes! I've used the Fresh and Black from Decathlon and I have the review on this channel. But the 2 Seconds Tent I reviewed is definitely not going to be suitable for you cos it's pretty small (only 2P and 3P sizes). Hmm I don't think I've reviewed tents as big as what you're describing, with 2 or 3 sleeping rooms. I think that's easily a 12P tent and up. I think Coleman and Ozark Trail have those types of tents, but I wouldn't count on them being top of the line kind of quality. You can check those out though! 😊
Agree!
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.
Thank you so much Cheryl! 🥰 Your kind words and comment really means a lot to me! Glad that you liked all the details too 😁 More reviews coming up asap!
Just commenting to help the video, your work is so good for the criminally low traffic that comes your way.
Thank you so much Timothy! 😊 The comment definitely helps the YT algo for sure, and I appreciate it 😊 Hopefully one day I'll get more traffic for this channel, thanks to the lovely viewers like yourself. Fingers crossed!
Blown away by the thoroughness of your reviews! I just purchased the Wawona using your link!
By a Country mile the best review of tents I've ever seen .The rain test was off the charts.
The time and effort you put in is commendable. Well worth a sub and the clicking of the affiliates.
Thank you so much Robert! It really means a lot that you subbed, comment and used my links! I really appreciate it! 🥰 And glad you like the rain test too! I'll do my best to make more of those 😃
This is the best camping review channel I’ve ever seen!
Aww thank you so much Yair! I really appreciate all the kind words and the Super Thanks 🥰 I'll definitely do my best to continue putting out great camping content on this channel!
You are so incredibly thorough and detailed in your reviews! I'm blown away by the quality of your videos and the obviously hard work you do in creating them. You don't really leave any questions unanswered!
Yay that's awesome to hear Jeff! I'm really glad that you liked my reviews and all the info in them, your comment means a lot 😊 Happy that I could answer all your questions! 😊 Although if I do miss anything out, do feel free to reach out anytime, I'm only a comment away 😊
Love your honest reviews
@@maxtan3682 Thank you so much Max! I'm really glad that you like them too! 😊
I agree. Thank you so much for your hard work.
@@ipekd.4412 Aww you're most welcome! It's my pleasure. I appreciate your kind words as well! 🥰
Quick suggestion btw, don't apologize for wearing a mask, you are you in your own way, what matters is the quality of the video not how you look or what you wear. If anything it feels a bit different than other videos out there which is a good thing.
Thanks for all the kind words Bin Zhu! It really means a lot to me 🥰 I didn't think it would be a big issue but to be honest I did get some hate for wearing the mask :( I'm a CZcams noob here and this is my first channel so I didn't wanna offend anyone so I guess I ended up apologizing :/ I've actually moved away from it so I don't think there'll be too much of an issue about it in the future. But thanks for your kind words I really appreciate it 🥰 I'm really glad that you didn't mind it at all!
@@CampingGuidance no problem, yeah if someone looking at a tent review complain about you wearing a mask, you really shouldn't care what they think. CZcams comments is a dark place, just focus on the positive and ignore the haters.
@@bigbin1070 I try not to! I'm more used to the hate nowadays, but the first few hate comments about the mask were a bit shocking to me. I definitely didn't expect them XD But thank you! My CZcams comment section is actually a really great place with mostly positive comments (except for the occasional mask stuff) so that means a lot. Thanks to commenters like you and many others! I appreciate it 🥰
Thanks for all the work and planning you put into this video and the others!
Omg I'm replying all my comments in order of receiving them and I just saw this!!! Thank you so much!!! 🥰 You're so sweet and it really means a lot that you not only used my affiliate link but even sent me a Super Thanks?! Wow! Thank you! Lemme go out and buy more gear right now hahaha 🥰
I'm going to be buying my 2nd tent ever as I'm heading toward semi-retirement and want to do a lot more camping. What a thorough, amazing, informative presentation. I'm not sure I've ever run across any review - ON ANY SUBJECT!! - as well done as this one. Thanks so much for all the time, effort, and organized thought you put into making this. Wow! These companies should be giving you more than a small commission - they should have you on retainer and be giving you a percentage of their sales!
Hey Dee! Thank you so much for your comment and all the kind words, I really appreciate it loads! 🥰🥰 I'm really glad that you liked all the info provided, that totally makes all the effort that went into this video worth it! 😉 Hahaha I'd love to be on retainer with them, but I think I'm a little too small for these companies for now. Maybe next time! 😉 Btw - which tent did you end up going with? I'd love to hear about it!
I decided to go with the REI Base Camp. Guess what?! They've discontinued it! I've looked everywhere. I called the main headquarters and nobody could tell me why. I found one on Marketplace - but I'd second in line. Someone accidentally got two and is selling the second one - a six-person, never opened - for $250. I can't imagine the other person wouldn't take it. :-( Thanks for asking
@@CampingGuidance
Oh yeah I'm so sorry about that Dee, I was really disappointed to find out about them discontinuing the Base Camp too :( When do you need the tent by? I do hope that they'd release a new version of the tent soon, so if it's not too urgent for you, you could wait until the next one comes out! Sometimes they do discontinue products, in preparation for releasing a new update. Alternatively, you could hang out on REI Used Gear, maybe one might pop up if you're lucky!
I recently upgraded from a Coleman Sundome 4P to 6P tent. The 4P was still fine after many years of camping but the 6P has a bit more space for a solo camper. It may not be the best but works for me when it comes to space for 1 person, ease of setup, small size when packed, good weather/wind protection and hard to beat for under $100.
Amazing review as always and must have taken lot of time and work, including the editing. Your previous review of the Sundome tent made me decide to get another Sundome. Thank you!
Hey Frank! Thank you so much for your comment! I'm glad that you upgraded to a 6P - there's quite a bit more headroom right? 😊 And yes! You're definitely right about that. So far, I haven't come across any other budget tent that has been able to beat the Sundome in terms of price for sure. That's why I still recommend it for those on a budget. 😊 Oooh and I'm glad that you liked the review of my Sundome as well! Thank you for watching so many of my videos 😊😊
You have the best and the most comprehensive tent reviews, period. I've actually used your reviews to purchase a mattress and a towel. Great work. Thanks for testing these out for us.
Oh wow!! Thank you so much Werkar!! It really means a lot that you supported the channel by using the links!! Thank you!! 🥰❤ Really happy that you like the tent reviews too! I'm hoping to branch out into other camping gear soon too 😊
Such a quality video! Thank you! Very timely during the REI sale as well
Hi Michael! Thank you so much! 😊 I'm really glad that you liked the video! Hope you managed to snag a tent before the sales ended! 😊
Great video! Thanks for highlighting the larger family car camping tents that are more on the budget friendly side / casual camper! Appreciate the hard work and thorough reviews!
@Kblane Thank you so much for the comment! 😊 I'm really glad you liked this video! And yeah I love to buy budget friendly tents as well, it helps spread the budget out a little bit over more tents hahaha XD
Thanks for the hard work! Hope your channel continues to grow, look forward to more review videos from you 💪
Thank you so much Yen! Glad that you like the review videos 😊 I look forward to publishing more review videos too! Stay tuned!
Thanks for being so thorough! I appreciate your reviews.
Aww thank you so much! That really means a lot to me 🥰 More reviews coming right up!
Hands down some of the best reviews and comparisons I’ve come across. Fair, thorough, un-biased but with helpful insights, couldn’t ask for more. Definitely gained a subscriber, thank you for your time. Looks like I’ll be picking up a Wawona
Thank you so much for the high praise, that truly means a lot and I really appreciate it! 🥰 It makes me really happy that you liked it that much! And thanks for the sub and comment too! Btw did you use my affiliate link for the Wawona? I saw one purchased yesterday through my link, and figured that might be you, and I owe you a thank you 🥰
Thank you SO much for this video! Your reviews are in a class of their own.
Thank YOU so much Johannes! 🥰 It really means a lot to me that you like my reviews that much!
By far the best reviews I've ever seen! Great Job!! I am going with the North Face based on your reviews.
Thank you so much John! That really means a lot and I'm really glad that you like my reviews 😊 Could I trouble you to use my affiliate links to get the Wawona (if you've decided to get that)? 😊
Excellent comprehensive review. Clearly countless hours went into producing this video. Much appreciated. Liked and subscribed!
Thank you so much for your comment, like and even sub! I really appreciate it 😊 Hahaha you're definitely right! It took many months of work 😂 But it means a lot that you appreciate it, so thank you!
Fantastic review! I’m glad I watched your video before I bought one of these tents. Now I’m almost certainly headed for the Wawona.
Thank you so much! It really means a lot that you liked the video 😊 Let me know which tent you end up going with! I'd love to know 😊
Thank you for your very good and insightful reviews, we are about to buy a tent and these have been very helpful for us. Keep up the excellent work!
Thank you so much Jukka! 😊 I really appreciate your comment and all the kind words. Glad this has been helpful for you! Hope you manage to find a tent you love ☺️
AMAZING REVIEW! You have helped us to make a buying decision because of your criteria for evaluation and solid data points. Best tent compare-and-contrast ever. Thank you! SUBBED!!
Hi Robert! Thank you so much for your lovely comment and also the sub! I'm really glad that you like the tests and the comparison! 🥰 Which tent did you end up going with? I'd love to hear about your experience if you have the time to share!
Really appreciate the depth you went into for this video. Addressed all my concerns. Recently had my old Coleman dome 6 man fail in wind after multiple high wind trips. It always took multiple additional lines to keep it semi stable in wind and eventually the material failed. My main concern was holding up in the wind, but ventilation was also always an issue. All the categories here was immensely helpful.
Thank you so much for all your kind words! That really means a lot and I'm really glad that you liked this review and all the categories 🥰 Ooof yeah Coleman is definitely more of a fair weather brand rather than anything else. Sorry to hear that it failed :( I hope your new one does better! I'm interested to know which one you end up going with! 😊
This is the most thorough comparison of a product I’ve ever seen! Excellent, excellent video! You do good work. Very much appreciated. Thank you!
Thank you so much John! Your comment and kind words really mean a lot to me, and I appreciate it! 🥰 I'm really glad that you like this comparison! 😊
This is so helpful! Thank you! I camp in gusty areas a lot so I'm shopping for a fortress again, and your reviews are amazing.
Aww thank you so much! 🥰 Did you manage to find one that you liked in the end?
Your review is by far the best I’ve watched. Thank you for you effort
Thank you so much! I'm really glad to hear that you liked my review, that means a lot! 😊 And you're very welcome, it was my pleasure! 😊
Thanks for the review!!! Wawona ORDERED!
Aww it was my pleasure! 🥰 I'm really glad that I could help. Let me know how it goes if you have the time, once you've used it!
Great job, as usual! Easily the most informative comparison video I've seen on these tents. I won't disagree with your choice for the top tent, I just wish it had the internal space they advertise. I do like the Wonderland as well, just wish they would've brought that fly lower on the sides. Thanks for your hard work!
Thank you so much Chris! Really appreciate you being here and your comments on my videos, they mean a lot 😊 And yeahhhh sadly we both got much smaller Wawonas than expected :( But I guess the rest of the tent being awesome helps me to overlook that a little XD And yeah about the Wonderland too! Wonder why they changed the Kingdom's fly to the Wonderland's haha.
This channel is amazingly thorough.
Thank you so much Marcus! I'm really happy that you think so! 😊
I appreciate your hard work and thorough reviews! Might go with TNF!😊
Thank you so much! 🥰 Let me know if you end up going with that!
Outstanding video - thank you for your hard work!
Thank you so much Brian! It really means a lot that you like my videos, really appreciate your constant support 😊
You perform such outstanding, detailed reviews of camping gear - thank you and very much appreciated! Liked and subscribed!
Aww thank you so much! It really means a lot to me that you liked it so much! I really appreciate you 🥰 And I hope you like all the new gear reviews coming out in 2024!
Incredible work. Thank you for doing this.
You're welcome Austin! Thank you so much for your comment and for letting me know! I really appreciate it 😁
Best review I found! Thank you!
Thank you so much John! Glad you liked this 🥰
This is great tent review video, very informative. I camp a lot and am deciding my next family tent, this is very helpful
Hi Bin Zhu! thank you so much for your lovely comment and I really appreciate all your kind words 😊😊 I'm really glad that you liked this tent review! Have you decided which tent to go with? 😊
@@CampingGuidancenot yet, but I'm torn between the sundome and the msr habitude 6, on one hand I camp a lot and think the better quality one is worth it, but also I've been using the sundome 4 and it had no problem
@@bigbin1070 Thanks for the update Bin Zhu! 😊 Hmm if you camp a lot then I think the MSR is worth it! It's definitely gonna be MUCH higher quality than the Sundome for sure. I don't have any MSR tents at the moment but I've heard many great things about it. Maybe you could also wait for a sale before buying! I usually like to wait for REI's 20% off full price sales to buy my tents 😂
Extremely comprehensive review....I so enjoy your videos. Glad you're not camera shy anymore. :)
@Moondog9322 Awww thank you!! I'm really glad that you enjoy the videos, it means a lot 😊 Hahaha I find it a bit cringey to see myself on video though so I do my best to edit out my face as much as possible XD Maybe next time I'll be even less camera-shy! Hopefully 😊
@@CampingGuidance I hope so too. I look forward to it. :)
@@Moondog9322 Thank you so much for your support always! 😊😊 I look forward to it too hahaha XD
Really outstanding review! Thank you!
Thank you so much! 🥰
Thanks for doing this video. I'm glad that I found it. I'm in the market for a 6 person tent, searched on CZcams and this came one came up first. Now I don't have to watch any other videos - you saved me a ton of time, except that I might watch a few more cat videos though. Cheers.
Hey Paul! HAHAH I'm glad I could save you some time so you can watch more cat videos 😉 Those are definitely more interesting and cuter too hahaha. I'm really glad you liked this though! 🥰
Excellent and informative review, thank you.
Thank you so much 🥰 It was my pleasure!
Just bought a Wawona 6 based on this review series - thanks so much for the awesome, thorough breakdown!
Thank you so much Anaris! I'm really glad that you liked this! I did see a few Wawonas through my links, so thank YOU so much for the support 🥰 It means a lot and I will 100% reinvest it back into the channel.
Thank you for putting in all this hard work. Impressive.
Thank you so much Anders 🥰 I'm really glad you liked this!
Incredibly detailed. Exactly what I was looking for in a review/comparison. Using your affiliate link for the Wawona 6!
Hi Brad! Thank you so much for your kind words and also for using my affiliate link! That really means a lot to me and goes a long way for sure 🥰🥰🥰 let me know how you like it! I’d love to hear about it.
Amazing reviews! Thank you!!
You’re most welcome Matthew! It was my pleasure 😊 I’m really happy that you like the reviews 😊
Very thorough and helpful! Thank you.
Thank you so much Daniel! I'm really glad that you liked this 🥰
What a fantastic video! Even though we already bought a tent informed by your previous videos, I couldn't help but subscribe to see your other reviews! So informative and thorough.😊
@Estrafalario Oh wow thank you so much!! I'm really glad that I could help you out with my other videos 😊 And thank you so much for sticking around to watch this one even though you've already bought your tent, it helps the channel out for sure! 😊 Which tent did you end up buying? Is it the Wawona by any chance? 😊
@@CampingGuidance We needed a 10 person tent and went with the Weathermaster based on your reviews and our budget. We used it a number of times last Summer and early fall and really have loved it. We're about to pull it out for first camping in a few weeks. We'd never have gotten it without your review. Also got a few Matador towels based on your recommendations. So thanks!
@@CampingGuidance Also, have you ever considered reviewing Camping Pillows? There seem to be so many options out there it seems very overwhelming. Just a thought. THanks again!
@@EstrafaDC I'm really glad to know that you liked the WeatherMaster and the Matador towels! It really means a lot that you supported the channel too, so thank you so much!! 😊😊 Happy camping in the WeatherMaster! Btw how did you find the Matador towels? I'd love your input 😊
@@EstrafaDC Oh yes! I have a couple of camping pillows from Sea to Summit, one from Thermarest and one from Teton Sports. And yeah you're right about there being so many options! I'd love to do a Best Camping Pillows review for sure 😊 I'll try to finish up what tents I have on hand, move on to camping lighting, and then maybe pillows next!
Thank you for tests and videos!
Hi Denys! You're most welcome, and I'm really glad that you like them! 🥰
Great review! Sadly, both REI Base Camp tents were closed out fall 2023 at 50% off. Be interesting to see what they "fix," like ventilation.. Good tents but I've had TNF tents in the past and found they're pretty bomb proof as the review showed!
Hey John! Thank you so much and I'm glad you liked this! 🥰 And yeahhhh!! I was really sad to see the Base Camps go, but hopefully they come back soon with better fixes. What other TNF tents would you recommend? I'd love to check out some of them 😊
Fantastic review!
Thank you so much Corey! Really glad you liked this 🥰
Awesome review! Thank you
thank you so much! 🥰
Your reviews are amazing.
Thank you so much! It really means a lot that you like my reviews 😊 I really appreciate your comments on my videos!
Very good review. I was impressed at your thoroughness and attention to each parameter you tested.
What i saw, what you reported , i agreed totally with your number 1 pick. That would have been my pick as well.
The amount of mesh was amazing. Here in Texas, in the summer, it gets about 10 degrees cooler than the face of the sun. So any and all ventilation is a big plus.
Thank you again for your testing and reporting.
God bless ya'll and hope you have a happy Thanksgiving.
Hey Brian! Aww thank you so much for your kind words! It really means a lot to me that you liked the review 🥰 and yay! I’m glad you think the same! Great minds think alike I guess 😉
Hahaha yeah!! The mesh is great! It’s scorching where I am too (Singapore), but probably not as bad as where you are 😅 I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving too Brian! 🥰
Great review and I’m definitely subscribing and sharing :)
Wow! Thank you so much Paawan! It really means a lot to me that you subbed and are even sharing the video. It really helps this channel out! 🥰
Another well done and informative video. The rain test reminded me of the hydrostatic head (HH) ratings published by some brands of their tents. That rating means it takes certain pressure to "force" water through the material. This may not be very relevant for the canopy or fly, unless there is a very strong wind that acts as a force on the water. However, I think this rating has practical implication for the floor. For example, the floor of the Gazelle T4 Plus has an insane 5000 mm rating. In a YT video in which the camper was caught in heavy rain fall and the camp site was flooded, he was walking (i.e. asserting force on the water) in the Gazelle tent and there was no leakage through the floor material. The floor of the Wawona 6 has a 1500 mm rating, which is not bad. I wonder if it would or would not leak had you walked inside it when your yard was flooded.
@Chomp Thank you so much as always! Really appreciate your constant support and comments on my videos, they mean a lot 😊 Oh wow I never knew about the practical implications about the flooring! I just thought that the higher the HH ratings, the longer the tents would be able to stay dry under constant pouring rain. So, I thought that the Wawona would have stayed dry for longer with a higher HH rating. I'm probably wrong about that then, am I? But thank you so much for letting me know! Your insights are so thoughtful 😊 The 1,500mm is definitely a lot lower than 5,000mm, but sadly I don't think I walked around it much while it was flooded! There was still water underneath when I checked in on the tent after, but exactly how much water was underneath I didn't take note! (Sadly.) It didn't leak though so it probably wasn't too much. But next time I'll definitely take note! 😊
So much good thorough information!!
@Guri Ink Thank you so much! I'm really glad that you liked all the info! 😊
Absolutely love your videos! Most informative regarding tents 👍👏 Have you ever reviewed the Snow Peak tents?
Thank you so much Simone! It really means a lot that you like my videos, and thank you so much for taking the time to comment and let me know too! 😊😊 And at the moment, I don't have any snow peak tents! :( But they're definitely on my radar and I wanna get around to reviewing them some day! 😊 Do you have any in mind that you'd like to recommend?
@@CampingGuidance interested in the Landlock and the Entry 2 Room Elfield. (We currently have an OzTent and Heimplanet cave xl). Your video on the north face wawona is making us seriously consider that now though haha! 👍😊
@@japan-black Thank you so much for the suggestions Simone! It really means a lot 😊 I'll keep that in mind if I plan to review Snow Peak tents! Haha aww I'm glad you liked the Wawona review! I think it's a great pick especially cos it's on discount right now! I think (if I'm not wrong) that it's quite a bit cheaper than Snow Peak tents (which tend to go for quite a lot in Asia). I'd love to hear your thoughts on it if you decide to go for it! 😊
Love how comprehensive this was super helpful! Also, was that a monkey in your backyard?! So cool
Aww thank you so much for the kind words Jennifer! 🥰 And HAHA YESSS I have regular visitors in my backyard, monkeys just love human food I guess!
I from Alberta, Canada, youre Tent video reviews, are 110% the best on the the Web, amazing work & very precise info, great job !!!
Also that video of the 6 person Wowona in Rain Test was Crazy, that is a great Product.
Have you ever thought of testing
Hilleberg Tents ?.
Thanks keep up on Great Videos......
Hi Randy! Thank you so much for your comment and I'm really glad that you like the reviews and all the info 😊 I really appreciate it! ❤ Oooh yeah the Wawona rain test is definitely one of my favorites so far. I haven't had any other rain that heavy in a while. And yes I've heard of Hilleberg tents! But unfortunately they're out of my budget :( I try not to spend more than $1-2K per Best video cos I don't know if I'll ever make it back hahaha. But maybe next time when this channel gets bigger I'll finally get to test Hilleberg tents!
After watching your other video and this one, plus doing some of our own research, we bought the Wawona 6. I'm going to be using it in a couple weeks when camping in New Hampshire with my boys and can't wait to use it. We're replacing a huge 10 person Coleman cabin tent that we've used for over 7 years, which last couple camping trips had started to have some leaking and broken poles. Not only am I excited about more usability with the Wawona, but also better weather protection, although I will say for a cabin tent our Coleman did do well when tied down with strong winds.
Thank you so much! I think I saw a few Wawonas coming in through my affiliate links, so your support really means a lot to me, and I appreciate it loads! 🥰 I'm really glad that I could help you decide on it. It's definitely gonna be much better than your Coleman tent! (I had the same one as you too but I returned it cos mine was so badddd.) Just do remember to buy/bring extra guylines to guy out the entire thing so it'll do better in strong winds. I hope that your family really enjoys camping in this! Let me know how it goes if you have the time! 😊
Best tent review I've seen ever!
thank you so much! 🥰 I'm really glad you think so!
Great presentation strategy. Best regards for your continued success.
Thank you so much Tom! I appreciate your comments on my reviews and your inputs as well 😊
I never comment on CZcams videos, but you you really did do a nice job here. Well done and thank you!
Wow thank you so much for taking the time to comment and let me know Brandon! That truly means a lot. 😊 I'm glad you found this helpful!
Thank you for this video!
Hey Josh! Thank you so much for watching! 🥰 I'm glad you liked this!
Your channel is fantastic!
Thank you so much Eric!! It really means a lot that you think so ☺️
Wow, fantastic details and analysis. Would love to see you add the Nemo Aurora into the mix.
Thank you so much Glenn! I'm really glad that you liked this and all the details. I'm definitely thinking of adding the Nemo next time! No budget for now but next time - definitely 😃
This is the BEST, THE ABSOLUTE BEST channel to review tents, hats off pretty lady amazing!!!!By the way, shout out to the visitor walking on your yard at 26:10, where the heck do you live?, amazing
Hi Andres!! Thank you SOO much for your lovely comment and all your kind words, it means a lot to me!! 🥰🥰 Ooooh you noticed that!! I live in Singapore! I see these little guys almost everyday looking for food around my neighborhood 😂 I actually shot more video clips on them, but decided not to add them into the video cos it was already so long :( I'm glad you liked it though! 🥰
One day will go to your nice city, it's a must!!!, now, keep up the great work
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@@andresmartinez6134 Haha yes do come visit! Just hit up any of the reservoirs and you'll find these little monkeys everywhere 😆 And yep I will! More videos coming up soon Andres! 😉
I would love to see your impressions about the Gazelle T4 hub plus tent.
Great review like always 😊👍
Thank you so much! I'm really glad that you like the reviews 🥰 And I am planning a review on the Gazelle T4 (hopefully by the end of the year), but not the plus :( Too expensive for now :(
@@CampingGuidance Exactly why I'm waiting till someone like you review it. Many reviews are sponsored and don't reflect what the tent really is.
My first pick would be the North Face Wawona 6, but that fast setup of the Gazelle T4 Plus got my attention.
For the rain fly of the Wawona 6, probably a good idea to lay it down on the tent before bending the poles into place that way it's already on top so no struggling with it.
When I saw your Wawona 6 vid I was thinking about what to do cause it does look hard to do.
Thanks for making these vids 😁👍
@@thepab3072 Aww thank you! I really appreciate your trust in me 🥰 Although it may be a couple more months before the review is out! I'm not sure yet haha. Ah that's a good idea with the rainfly of the Wawona! And don't worry! The Wawona actually doesn't take too long to set up. It really gets a lot easier and more manageable after the first time. I'm not tall too and I was able to set it up myself 😁
I typically reserve replying when I'm floored. This is one of those times. 110% effort, amazing breakdown, and helped me make my decision. Thank you so much!
Hey Bobby! Thank you so much for your kind words and it really means a lot to me that you took the time to do so! 🥰 Glad I could help! Which tent did you decide to go for? 😊
@@CampingGuidance Wawona 6 as an upgrade to my older Tetragon 5!
@@robdroptables Oooh I'm glad you went with the Wawona! Let me know how you like it, if you have the time? 😊
@@CampingGuidance Trip was a success! The Wawona 6 fit three full grown men comfortably. Vestibule was nice to have but ended up being less useful as I had initially suspected. Setup/Take down were cake. No wetness, just your usual condensation buildup. No regrets!
@@robdroptables Hi Bobby!! Thanks so much for the update! I really appreciate it 🥰 And I'm really glad that your trip was great! Hope you guys enjoyed it loads 😁 Ah, I'm sorry you guys didn't use the vestibule as much though. At least for your next tent, you'd know that you don't need such a big vestibule!
Great job!!!
Thank you so much Ricardo!! It means a lot that you liked this! 😊
Ok i see the charts are up for much longer on the new video s.
Just great reviews.
Maybe think about rating the tents for what and when you would use them . There are lots of backpacking tent reviews. But i intend to motorcycle camp and or camp on my woodlot 7 acres ish while i am doing some clearing and property line marking.
Thanks Mike! I'm really glad that you liked the charts better on this video. I'll do my best to remind myself to keep the charts up for longer for sure! Sometimes I get carried away with all the info and don't get the charts up for too long 😂 Hmm does summer camping / hot weather camping / 3 season camping count as when I would use these tents? Tbh I rarely go backpacking and I don't go motorcycle camping so I'm not sure how I would add that into my experience 😅
Not sure if this is possible but it would be great for Canadian campers to see some decent reviews of products from MEC which is kind of the REI of Canada. In particular they have a Cabin 2.0 Tent which when you add the vestibule is very similar to the Wawona 6. However the Mec vestibule has a mesh layer as well as skirt at the bottom and the front panel can be set up as a canopy. The tent can also be set up with full fly without the vestibule. Water proof rating is 2000 for fly and 5000 for floor. Unfortunately ther are no really decent reviews ( by that I mean the calibre of yours) to be found .They are not cheap so a good review would be very useful to us here in Canada. Their Base Camper tent is also pretty good looking as well and is also not cheap but less than the Cabin 2.0. Thanks and keep up the great reviews.
Hi Patrick! Thank you so much for your comment and the suggestion! 😊 I checked out the MEC Cabin 2.0 - it looks great! I love how it's possible to set it up without the vestibule, but that also means a little bit of added costs. I'm so sorry though I'm still a pretty small channel and I don't have a lot of funds coming in, so I don't think I'll be able to branch out to Canadian products yet. But that's definitely something I've never thought about! And I appreciate it. Hopefully next time I'll grow bigger and be able to cover MEC products too! I never knew it was like the REI Canada - so cool! 😊
@@CampingGuidance thanks for the reply and yes if it becomes possible or works for you to review Mec products it would be great as I am sure you have a lot of Canadians checking out your reviews because camping is huge across the country and your reviews are very helpful.
@@Patrick-uf1cq Thank you so much for your reply too Patrick! I really appreciate it. 😊 Oooh I was curious so I went to check in on my analytics! I think only about 10% of my audience is from Canada, but I think that's because most of the products I reviewed are US-based products? It would be great to one day check out MEC products too! It might take a while though cos this channel is still pretty small but I'll do my best! 😊
Thank you very much for the great review. I have a older model REI Base Camp 6. The build quality is very good but the ventilation is not good enough for summer camping. For that reason I just purchased a The North Face Wawona 6.
Hi Chongmin! Thank you so much for your kind words and I’m really glad that you like the review! What were the differences between the newer and older models? I found the newer Base Camp to be too hot for my climate too (summer all year round). The Wawona is a lot better for that for sure. Let me know how it goes! I’d love to hear about your experience 😊
@@CampingGuidance The older model doesn't have the triangular lower vents, so it is hotter in the summer compared to the new model.
Thanks for the reply Chongmin! Oh wow that would have been even hotter. Even the newer one is still pretty hot with the Rainfly! 😅 thanks for letting me know!
Best reviews I've seen. Thank you. Do you have a brand of waterproof spray you recommend?
Hi Jessie! Thank you so much for the kind words, I’m really glad that you like the reviews 😊😊 I don’t usually use waterproofing spray but I have tried out Nikwax, it’s not bad! A few of my viewers have also suggested Scotchgard and Kiwi!
Incredible!!
I’m wondering if you’ve ever reviewed the Big Agnes Dog House 6, I’m deciding between that and the Wawona 6.
Thank you so much! 🥰 Oh man so sorry I haven't got my hands on the BA Dog House :( I think that depends on what you're looking for in a tent though. The BA will be much better for spaciousness and livability, the Wawona is kinda small for that (in the inner tent itself). But if you're expecting rain, I'd go with the Wawona cos the vestibule is super useful in the rain. I hope this helps a little! 😊
Your videos helped me decided to pickup a wawona 6 on sale this week! Decided to buy it after my kelty rumpus 6 failed me in light rain.
Oh wow I'm really glad to hear that! Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know! 🥰 Let me know how you find the Wawona 6 if you have the time? 😊 (Edited: Oh btw I noticed a few Wawonas bought through my affiliate links on sale at REI. Maybe one of those were you? Thank you so much for your support!! 🥰)
@@CampingGuidance Spent this past weekend in the wawona and it was great! Three nights with two days of rain and stayed dry inside and the vestibule was great for being out of the ten in the rain.
@@badshoes Thank you so much for the update! 🥰 I really appreciate it, and I'm so glad that it kept you guys dry! And yeah the vestibule is really awesome and useful, especially in the rain!
The money you spend on these videos! I hope it's worth your time. I guess it is but you put a lot of effort into what you do. I'm sure everyone appreciates that.
Aww thank you so much! It really means a lot to me that you like my videos and you’re always here leaving comments on them 🥰 actually this channel is still unprofitable sadly, especially because I buy all my gear myself. 🥲 it’s been tough, but im gonna stick it out for as long as possible cos I do love trying out new gear 😅
Your videos have been tremendously helpful! I literally sat up until 1:30a watching this video to help determine if the Wawona 6 would be a good investment for me and my wife! With your insight and very thorough review, we pulled the trigger on purchasing it. We are beyond ecstatic to use it on our camping trip we have planned in October! So, thank you for the time you took to provide a solid review! You definitely have a new subscriber!
Hi Dexter! Oh wow thank you so much! It definitely means a lot to me that you found my videos interesting enough to stay up hahaha 🥰 And thank you for your comment and sub too! That means a lot. 😃 Oooh and I'm really glad that I could help make your decision a little easier too. Hmm is October cold for you over there? This tent might not be able to do too well in the old because of all the mesh it has. But let me know how it goes! I'd love to hear about it 😃
@CampingGuidance you're very welcome! It was worth staying up! You hit on things that I wanted to really know and things I didn't realize I should take into consideration! As far as temperature, October is Fall time around here. Therefore, it may have chilly mornings and evenings but nothing too bad. We camped last year around the same time in a Coleman tent from Walmart. So, I would expect this one to be fine. Plus, we have 20°F bags, so we should be fine. I'm not trying to push a video on you, but if you have any interest in seeing how that went, here's the video from last year. Feel free to comment. I'll let you know how our Oct trip goes with the new tent!
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Thanks for the reply Dexter! Aww you're so sweet and that really means a lot! 🥰 I'm really glad that I could answer all your questions and more, that makes me really happy! Oooh okay! I think the Wawona should do fine since Coleman tents also have lots of mesh (like entire mesh walls haha). I can't wait to hear about your experience! 🙏 Oh wow thank you so much for letting me know about your video! It's a little late for me over here in Asia so I'll get to that tomorrow to comment and support too! 😊
@CampingGuidance my thoughts exactly about the Coleman but we will see! I'll let you know how everything goes in October. And you're very welcome about the video. Thank you for watching in advance!
@@dexterarmstrong6656 Hey Dexter! Thanks for the reply! 😊 Oooh I'm very much looking forward to your update! Btw I've watched your video and commented too, in case you don't have notifications or anything! I'd love to check out your channel page for your other videos but it comes back as a 404 :( Weird! Maybe it's just my com or something.
Hey Camping Guidance. Thank you for making such informative, thoughtful & well produced videos. Is there any chance that you could review the LL BEAN ACADIA 8 PERSON CABIN? Many thanks, Dev. PS - I don't mind in the slightest that you wear a mask & cap. Keep up the good work. Love your back yard :)
Hey Dev! Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 It really means a lot to me that you've been liking my reviews! And thank you for the LL Bean suggestion too! I've run out of money for the year actually, and my next few reviews are already planned based on the gear that I already have 😅 But I'll keep your suggestion in mind the next time I'm buying new tents! And I'm glad you don't mind the mask/cap!
Excellent comparisons. We need more objective gear descriptions.
Thank you so much! I'm really glad you think so 🥰 More objective gear reviews coming right up!
Awesome videos!!! You got my likes and subscription!
Thank you so much for the likes and sub Bella! It really means a lot and I'm glad you like the videos! 😊
@@CampingGuidance I hunted for about a week before I stumbled across your reviews through a google ad. Your videos are hands down the most thought out and thorough ones out there. Id watch videos or read reviews only to get to the last 60 seconds and find out said video was sponsored by the same company of the product being reviewed. Its a needle in a haystack finding true unaffiliated camping gear reviews that go into literally ALL the points and details that are important.
We are going on a cross country car camping trip from NC to the Redwood Forest and I was torn between the "instant" tents and pitch. I was really sold on this video and in the end I ended up going with the Wawona because even though it takes longer to set up it would clearly last for many more adventures. I feel like your review showed me every aspect I needed to see. So thank you for that. I know that producing quality videos involes so much time and editing and I hope you keep at it. Your reviews are top notch and I commend you for all your hard work!
Do you have a twitter that I could tag? I shared this video to twitter and I hope it helps give you some more views, likes and subs! 🎉
@@bellanova1635 Thank you so much for sharing Bella! Oh wow a Google ad?! I'm really surprised! Cos I've never used ads on any of my videos before. That's interesting 😲😲 And aww thank you so much!! It really means a lot that I can provide you with the non-sponsored content. I don't really like having to go through sponsored content myself when I'm looking or something to buy too! So I totally understand 🥰
I think you definitely made the right choice with the Wawona! I personally would choose it over the instant tents too. Just remember to set it up and break it in before camping ok? I mentioned it in my individual review of the Wawona so I just wanted to remind you in case! 😊 I'll definitely keep doing my best to produce more of these videos! I really appreciate your support and all your comments too 🥰
@@bellanova1635 Oh no I don't have a Twitter! I'm not really active on any social media except CZcams sadly :( But thank you so much for sharing this video!! It really means a lot 🥰
I have the Wawona. You are correct in the spaciousness. It does not hold 6 people and if you use a queen size mattress, you are only getting one in it. With two people setting up the tent, it goes much faster setting up and taking down. My one other thing that you do not mention on this tent or any other is the lack of reflective guy ropes. There are a lot of tents that have reflective strips woven into the guy ropes. After dark it is really easy to trip over a guy rope. I wish you would reference if the tent has these in your future reviews. Otherwise your reviews are spot on and your set up instructions are the best I have ever seen.
Hi Kevin! Thanks for the input and the feedback! Oh yeah I think I forgot about that! The Wawona doesn't come with any reflective guy ropes, sadly :( Going forward, I will make sure to remember to add this in! That's a really good point, thanks Kevin! I'm really glad that you're liking the reviews and the set up instructions as well, happy to help anytime 🥰
Hey Liz, great vid! I just finished watching your 10 best double wide vid as well.
Have you considered doing a single person sleeping pad video series like you did with your double?
I suspect ExPed would take first of course, but I'm very interested in the XL of the single pads.
Here's a list of very portable 30" wide single person options that I'd love for you to review if you want to/have the time to.
Klymit Insulated Static V Luxe - You already did the double, but I'm concerned that the single may be a tad flimsy being not as wide.
Haven Insulated Pad XL
Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Deluxe XL
Big Agnes Boundary Deluxe Insulated XL
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe XL
If you have time, thanks! If not, I understand lol.
Hey TJ! Wow thank you so much for binging my videos and commenting too! That really helps the channel out and I really appreciate it! 🥰❤️ and yes! I eventually plan to get around to doing a single person sleeping pad series, but not in the near future (I’m focusing on tents this year, and then all the different types of camping lights next year. At least that’s the plan for now 😅) I’m not too sure if the Exped would come in first, I’ve heard many great things about the Thermarest Mondoking too 🤭 but the Exped will definitely be one of my top picks for sure! And thank you so much for all the suggestions on the single person options! I’ll keep them in mind as I continue to save up and eventually buy them for this channel ☺️
You do an amazing job reviewing tents.
What are your thoughts on the Nemo Aurora highrise tents? Any chance you will review it.
Thanks for your great videos.
Hi Craig! Thank you so much for your kind words! That truly means a lot 🥰 And yes I do wanna review the Nemo Aurora one day, but I gave it a miss for this video because I didn't have enough funds to buy it :( But there's a really good review by one of my viewers (her name's Amy) in the comments of this video if you wanna scroll down and find it 😊
Thank you so much for sharing your tent reviews. Like others here have stated, I’ve never seen such helpful reviews for any products anywhere on CZcams. I’m testing out the Big Agnes Bunk House 8 in the backyard right now. I’ve run into an issue, and couldn’t think of anyone else who might be able to help me more than you, given your extensive experience with tents. I have the rain fly on the tent and it’s raining quite hard. The rainfly and tent and are fully staked out and guyed out. I’m not in the tent myself as I’m testing it. I’ve just set it up and I wanted to observe how it was doing in the rain. I went into the tent and the whole floor is damp. When I walk inside the tent, my socks get wet, and when I run my hand along the floor I clearly see water glistening on my hand. It doesn’t seem as though the rainfly is leaking anywhere, as the ceiling of the inner tent looks dry to me. And it doesn’t seem as though water is coming in from the ground at any particular location because I’m not seeing a puddle or anything like that. I don’t have that much experience with tents, but it seems to me like it’s condensation rather than the rain getting in. Does it seem that way to you? Is it normal to have condensation like that or do you think it might be a problem particular to the Big Agnes Bunk House 8. The rainfly has no vents. I don’t know if that could be contributing to it. I’d appreciate your sharing any thoughts you have about it. Thanks again for your amazing reviews!
Hey Tim! Thank you so much for your kind words! It really means a lot to me that you like my reviews 🥰
Hmm I find it strange too that the tent is so wet even though the rainfly and flooring isn't leaking. Can I just trouble you to check the seams of the tent? Check that all of them are factory taped and not leaking in any water. A single un-taped seam can cause a lot of leakage in heavy rain.
Also, could you help me check if it's just the floor that's wet? Or is there any other part (walls, ceiling) that might be wet too? Running your hand on every part might help with this 😊
If that's not the problem then I guess that it's condensation, though I find it strange that there's so much condensation when there's no one using the tent at the moment. Do you have anything in your tent that might be damp and evaporation might be causing some water to get into your tent? If not, try to see if you can leave any windows open for better airflow, and open up any part of the rainfly for better ventilation too (without letting in the rain).
Thanks for being willing to problem-solve with me! After I wrote to you, it rained extremely hard for hours and hours. When I went into the tent after that heavy rain, the tent floor was bone-dry, along with the ceiling of the inner tent and the walls! So, it must have been condensation, even though I wasn’t in the tent and there was nothing in the tent that could be contributing to the condensation. The tent was completely empty. I had a thought regarding the cause of the condensation, which was only on the tent floor, and not at all on the walls or the ceiling of the inner tent (it’s a double-wall tent). We had been having cold weather for a week or two. So, the ground must have become quite cold. Then all of a sudden just as I was testing the tent, the temperatures went way up and it became extremely humid as the rain started. I wonder if the contact between that warm, humid air, and the cold ground could have caused condensation on the tent floor. As the heavier rain came, the temperatures started to drop quite a bit. Perhaps once that started to happen, there was no longer that unusually warm, humid air coming in contact with the wet ground, and the condensation stopped. I don’t know if that would explain it or not. It was so interesting, though, to see how the tent floor was a little damp after a couple of hours of light rain, and then it became bone-dry after hours and hours of heavy rain. It could have just been the result of unusual environmental circumstances - ground that had become very cold coming into contact with air that had suddenly become very warm and humid. Based on how well the Bunk House did in the rain for me yesterday and today, I would highly recommend it. I’m hoping you’ll get a chance to check it out and review it some time. Big Agnes makes a 4 and and a 6 person version of the Bunk House as well. Thanks again for such a thoughtful reply to my concern.
@@timlast3737 Hey Tim! Thanks for the reply and the update! The temperature change is definitely a big reason as to why there's condensation! I didn't mention it cos I assumed it would have been winter over there and the temperatures would just have been really cold all the way hahaah 😅 It's only ever summer where I am so there's no big fluctuation in temperatures where I am, so I have little experience with that 😅 If such big temp fluctuations happen, try to open as many windows as possible for more ventilation if possible. And hey it was my pleasure! 🥰 I was actually really interested in how the Bunk House would perform cos that's on my to-buy list for the future! Not the near future though, I'm broke right now so I'm gonna pivot and buy less expensive gear to test 😅
Thanks for the suggestion of getting as much ventilation as possible without letting in the rain.
Yes, the Bunk House performed flawlessly in the rain. So far, I’m really impressed with the tent. The only things I don’t like are that the windows and doors only open half-way. I’m sure there’s a reason Big Agnes did that, but I definitely don’t like it. I can understand needing to focus on less expensive gear right now. Camping and hiking gear is so expensive! I’m hoping you will get more and more financial support on account of your amazing reviews. I plan to check back now and then on your CZcams channel to see what gear you have reviewed and hopefully to follow your links to buy gear so that I can support you. It would be a joy for me to do so.
@@timlast3737 Thanks so much for your review of the Bunk House Tim! That's super useful, and I can't wait to get one next time too 🥰 Oh hmm the windows and doors open only halfway? When I was looking at the reviews of the Bunk House, it seemed like they opened quite a bit? Perhaps I'm understanding you wrongly! Aww I really appreciate all your support and efforts Tim! 🥰 You're so kind and I really appreciate that! For next year I'm gonna focus on camping lights, I want a little bit of a change to spice things up! I'm not sure if that's something you're interested in, but no pressure even if you're not. I really appreciate you either way 🥰
Excellent reviews!! Could you add hub style tents to your review list? I’m curious how they’ll hold up to winds and rain! Maybe Bushnell 6P tent?
Hey Ben! Thank you so much and I'm really glad that you like the reviews! 😊 And thanks for the suggestion too! Btw if you don't mind me asking - what exactly is a hub tent? I don't think I've ever come across it before 😅
@@CampingGuidance hub style tents have poles on the walls of the tent along with the roof. I would classify them as instant tents as they typically take less then 2 minutes to set up!
@@bencrowe8991 Hi Ben! Thanks for the reply and explanation! Ah I see I think I call them instant tents instead 😂 And I've actually got a Best Instant Tents video coming up nearer the end of the year after I get the Gazelle T4 review done. Thanks for the suggestion on the Bushnell! I'll definitely think about getting that too. The problem for me now is the cost. On my local Amazon it costs $999 for a 6-person :(
Great video
Thank you so much Leonardo! Really glad that you like the video 😊
Great video and very informative! I would point out though that the Wonderland 6 poles are pre shaped / rounded. When I first unpacked ours I thought they were damaged, but they actually are manufactured that way. My guess it’s to reduce stress on them as you build up the tent shape.
Hi Joe! Thank you so much for the kind words and the input too! It really means a lot 😊 omg I didn’t realize they were pre shaped! The Wawona had an obvious pre-shaped pole so I noticed that, but didn’t notice the Wonderland at all 😅 did your poles bend like mine after using them?
@@CampingGuidance for sure! I / we actually watched your videos as part of our decision process, too. Huge help, all the best!
Thank you so much Joe! Really glad that you liked this video and that I could help you out 😊😊
Fantastic video. I always wonder whether it would be possible with these tall tents, especially those with that umbrella poles, to somehow throw the rainfly over before erecting it. Sounds easier, but might be more struggle in practice. Myself, I love tunnel tents.
What drives me nuts a little is that most carrybags are...tightly dimensioned. I find it always difficult to store a tent away. If possible, I opted to spread out the components. Which can be risky, because if you forget e.g. the rainfly or tent stakes (first is catastrophic, you can perhaps purchase spare stakes in a pinch) at home, your camping trip might be over.
Hey Sandra thanks so much for the input! 🥰 And yeah most carry bags are quite small, so it helps to allocate enough time to packing up haha. And yes throwing the rainfly over before erecting does work with some tents! But not all I think.
Hi! Watching from the Philippines, like your videos, 😊 and maybe can you review decathlon 2 seconds easy tent, 2 person
Hi Carl! Thank you for watching and commenting all the way from the Philippines! It really means a lot 😊 I'm really glad you like the videos too! And yes the 2 Seconds Easy tent is on my list but it's on the back burner for now till I update the pop up tents video :( I do really like the 2 Seconds tents (not the Easy) from Decathlon though, and I'm sure the Easy is just as high quality 😊
Thanks!
Wow thank you so much for the Super Thanks!! It really means a lot and helps the channel out for sure 🥰
I've been considering the North Face and really appreciate the detail you provide here. Any chance you are planning on reviewing the Nemo Aurora Highrise 6p? It's one of the others considering
Hi Abbie! I'm really glad that you liked all the detail 😊 And I don't have any plans to review the Nemo Aurora Highrise at the moment, as I maxed out my budget for this video :( Maybe in the future though! 😊
Hi Abbie, I have the Nemo Aurora Highrise 4, if I can answer any questions for you. The Cliff Notes version is that I liked a lot of things about it, but after one weekend of rainy weather camping I decided that it was not for me because I found that trying to get in and out through that style of vestibule was really frustrating. I just picked up a Wawona 6 instead.
Good job!
Thank you so much Joesebastian! Really appreciate your comment 😊
Hello. Thanks for another great review. Any recommendations for family of 4 (2 little kids)?
Thank you so much Ryan! Glad that you've been liking the reviews! 😊 Hmm I recommend upsizing your tent by 2 persons, so for a family of 4, you could go with any of these 6P tents 😊 And I think you know my favorite tent out of all these by now 😂 Maybe you could also let me know what you're looking for in a tent (budget/rain protection/easy set up), and I could help you out further! 😊
@@CampingGuidancethanks for your reply. I think wawona 6 is great but I also liked your review about core instant cabin tent. So I am debating between these two..
@@ryankim4550 Ah I see. Thanks for sharing, Ryan! 😊 Honestly, I would go with the Wawona over the Core. It's much higher quality, and better rainproofed. Are you expecting a lot of rain while camping though?
bang for your $ i think the sundome with some seam sealant would be my choice especially with the dark room tech
That's definitely a great choice too! And yeah I've tested a lot of budget tents (especially when I first started camping), and the Sundome is still my fav. Love the dark room tech too! 🥰 Bang for your buck for sure.
CORE 6, 9, and 10-person cabin tents have a rain fly that covers the complete tent to the ground.
I've heard good things about that! 🥰
Well done and informative video. I think I have a tent that trump's all the tents in this video. But then again the tent I have costs probably as much as all the tents in this video combined. I'm in California if you're ever in the area I would love to pitch the tent for you and get your opinion.
@tommieboi707 Thank you so much for your comment Tommie! I really appreciate it 😊 Oooh what's the tent that you have, if you don't mind sharing? I'd love to check it out (though I probably won't be able to afford it hahah) I'm actually halfway across the world (Singapore) so it might be a while till I get to California, but I'll definitely take you up on your offer if I'm ever in the area! 😊
@@CampingGuidance Singapore?? I thought you were in Florida or something lol! Anyways the tent I have is called the Vango anantara IV TC. It is almost 400 ft/sq. Check it out. And see if you can get 1 to Singapore!
@@tommieboi707 HAHAH I wish! Sadly I'm stuck halfway across the world, so I have to deal with shipping + taxes whenever I buy gear to review :( Oh wow thanks for the heads up on the Vango Anantara! A friend of mine recommended Vango to me, but I haven't had the chance to get any of them. I don't think they're available here plus they're really expensive. But it looks amazing!!! and soooo huge!!!
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Thank you so much for your Super Thanks Kenth! That really means a lot to me, that you liked this video that much 🥰 Gonna put it all into more gear!
This is gonna be one of the best review videos I’ve ever seen.
Quick question for you. I’ve really been thinking about getting the north face, Wawona tent, but a lot of people say that the all mash door and the large gap to the ground for the vestibule make it very cold/drafty. Do you agree with this? Or do you think it’s not that big of a problem?
Hey Colin! Thank you! I'm really glad you liked the review 🥰 Ah yeah the mesh door is great for me cos it's only ever summer where I am. But if you're going to be camping in colder weather I don't think it would be for you. The mesh can't be covered up at all, and no matter what I did, the vestibule doesn't extend all the way down to the ground, and there'll still be gaps at the bottom. I've never camped in colder weather, but that's just my suspicion.
Thank you so much for your reply!
Being in Canada, it can get below zero Celsius most of the year.
It’s too bad the door doesn’t zip all the way up and that the vestibule walls don’t come closer to the ground. I’m sure this tent works well for people here, but with my young kids, I could see it being a potential issue. Thank you again for your reply!
@@colchilibeck Thank you for your reply too Colin! 🥰 Oh man I didn't realize it would be so cold during most of the year. Even in spring and fall it's still below zero? 🤯 (Sorry if that's a dumb question, but I have never lived in any season other than summer cos that's the only weather I have) And yeah I think a warmer full rainfly tent would definitely be better for you and your kids! Let me know which you end up going with! 😁
I just got the Wawona 6 2 weeks ago. 170.00 brand new and northface outlet store. Used it a couple times now and I an blown away on this tent. I'm 50 years old and have had some tents in my time and this is the best tent I have even had. It checks all the boxes. I feel like I stole this tent at 170.00. For a 500.00 tent I won the lotto on this tent.
Thank you so much for sharing Loren! Oh wow!!! 170 is such a great deal, I'm so jealous right now 😅 I paid more than $700 in my local currency for the Wawona 😅 I didn't know TNF had an outlet store. Is this in store, or did you manage to buy it online? I'm glad that you really enjoyed the Wawona, it's also one of the best family tents that I've ever had too! 😊
@@CampingGuidance yes they have a physical outlet store. I bought it in person. I don't think they have online store for the outlet.
@@Duckmanloren Aww that's a pity :( Cos I'd LOVE to get deals like yours hahaha. But thanks so much for sharing Loren! 😊
I'm back in the market for a good tent. I've looked at so many! I'll be 74 in Sept so I need a great tent. (was hotel and rental camper camping the last 4 years but that's very costly!) I looked at the one you like but it has some cons I don't like. I liked her review of the rei Basecamp 6. Have you looked at both? Why did you decide on the one you got?
BTW I looked at the wawona 4, not the 6.it's too big of a footprint. I camp in it alone. The rest of the family shares the site so they need the space.
Both my kids' families have the wawona 6. But the 4 doesn't have a vestibule like the rei.
@@kberken I don't know what cons you are thinking it has? I can't find any cons what so ever. That is one of the reasons I picked this tent along with you can stand up in it, you can put a full queen size mattress in it. The vestibule is the best on the market, find another one that is better for this price point and size? The water proofing out performs any tent I have ever had or Seen. I liked the size for me it's perfect for just me or my wife and I along with our gear with room to spare. It doesn't sweat that is a huge deal. Great ventilation. Also North Face warranty is untouchable. I paid 170.00 U.S. for mine but I would pay full price if I had to. You need to watch her other video on the tent as well as all her other individual videos on tents and then rewatch this one and the one where it went thru a rain storm. Should choose this tent in my opinion.