Is there a problem with condensation dripping inside this tent?
384747
Yes, use a small battery operated fan and you will be fine. The rain fly cuts down the air flow, so use a fan
384748
Yes there is a problem with condensation in high humidity or in the colld. You will have to open both ends to breath summertime is no problem
384749
Condensation will form inside if you do not vent the tent properly. I recently had a chance to use my Kamp-Rite Tent Cot at an over night archery shoot and didn't experience any condensation because I allowed outside air to circulate from the two small vent areas on the tent.
899624
We always put the cover supplied over the tent which really insulated the entire tent / we even brought an extra tarp for rain - if needed - it wasn't needed - have not used it in winter but I bet it would be air tight and as warm (as possible) even in cold weather! We tested it prior to use with a water hose - not one drop of water came in the tent! We had a couple of cool mornings (40's) but very cozy inside the tent! Betty P. from VT
625082
Didn't cause any problems! And we have used it cumulatively now for over a month. Floor of the tent looks like it always does. Dusty ; -)
1790608
They have very bad condensation. If you touch the sides water will seep in. Make sure nothing touches the sides of the tents. Rainfly didn't help in rainstorm. Not one bit. Extremely dissapointed.
1911554
I haven't noticed any. Any condensation seemed to drip onto the patio down below. However I live in the Pacific Northwest and it's not horribly humid like it can be in other parts of the country.
1545773
This an excellent tent to use if you are not expecting any rain and don't mind condensation. If you expect rain and don't like condensation, it's best to pitch it inside of a larger cabin tent or in the living room and then avoid sleeping in it... It's best application is for children camping in the backyard, provided they can come inside once it starts to drizzle... For backpacking...give me a break!
853989
I sold that camper a couple years ago, but I don't remember it "sweating", or if it did it was very little. Remember you need to ventilate the space that the heater is in, that should help with the moisture problem.
702422
Rick, We aren't real campers. Just bought this to pop up in our backyard and camp w our toddler. I can tell you that one morning there was a very heavy dew and when I brushed against the inside of the tent, I got wet.
1670882
I had a very similar experience with the 1st person. Dew and light rain was no problem, but heavy rain or just long periods of rain and it started to soak through the material of the tent. A simple tarp over top of the tent would work just fine.
905418
Question. I'm told this tent is not good because the roof is solid and dew will build up overnight from your breath and drip in the morning. Is this true? Most tents have a mesh top with rainfly over that.
848361
We've not had any problems, the only thing might be a pinhole leak in the connections between the indoor and outdoor unit, check all the connections and for leaks
1024191
Mine has never had water get inside. It may help that it's up against my shed, but it stays dry.
5933
I purchased one of these tents about two years ago. No rain fly. I did go through the trouble of sealing the seams and sprayed it with sealer. I have had it out in several rain storms some with high winds and have never had a problem with it leaking. There are a couple things you need to make sure of. First there are vents on the top of the tent to allow it to breath. Normally you leave these open all the time but if it is windy during a rain storm you may have to close those depending on the direction of the wind. Another thing is in the bottom corner of door there is a flap that is supposed to shed water to the outside of the tent. You need to make sure it is on the outside of the tent. If it gets inside water running down the outside of the tent will come in down by the floor. Finally when you put it up, make sure you pull the legs outwards and stake them so that the tent is taught. Some of the scouts in our troop just stand them up and don't stake them leaving the tent saging in areas and that can cause water to come in. Like I said I have had my tent 2 years and have been through several rain storms with no water problems...
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The tent held up pretty well. It was unfortunately stormy when I used it, but we were nice and dry inside. It doesn't hold heat very well, due to the ventilation, so I wouldn't recommend it for colder weather. The front canopy over the door stayed in place fairly well. I had to re stake it after the rain soaked the ground, but only in a couple spots. The bottom of the tent held up nicely against any flooding our campsite got, and didn't tear from the cot we were using. I was really surprised at how well we stayed dry, we were expecting warm dry weather and got a sudden rainstorm that lasted all weekend. The tent held up pretty well. It was unfortunately stormy when I used it, but we were nice and dry inside. It doesn't hold heat very well, due to the ventilation, so I wouldn't recommend it for colder weather. The front canopy over the door stayed in place fairly well. I had to re stake it after the rain soaked the ground, but only in a couple spots. The bottom of the tent held up nicely against any flooding our campsite got, and didn't tear from the cot we were using. I was really surprised at how well we stayed dry, we were expecting warm dry weather and got a sudden rainstorm that lasted... » Read More The tent held up pretty well. It was unfortunately stormy when I used it, but we were nice and dry inside. It doesn't hold heat very well, due to the ventilation, so I wouldn't recommend it for colder weather. The front canopy over the door stayed in place fairly well. I had to re stake it after the rain soaked the ground, but only in a couple spots. The bottom of the tent held up nicely against any flooding our campsite got, and didn't tear from the cot we were using. I was really surprised at how well we stayed dry, we were expecting warm dry weather and got a sudden rainstorm that lasted all weekend. « Show Less
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i've had this shelter for about a year and since day 1 it has dripped along the seams in the rain. I think you could fix it by applying some kind of glue or sealant along the seam lines, but I just haven't done it.
1794209
Out of the bag, this tent is fairly decent with rain. We've owned the previous incarnation of this tent (16x10) since jan. 09, camp 3 to 4 times a year, and have had very little(if any) issue with leaks. I WILL say that the first time out, we sealed the interior seams of the rainfly and tent body. Later, we learned to periodically reseal the interior tent/rainfly seams and apply a spray silicone to the exposed portions of the tent body as well as the rainfly. Once you set up camp, assuming its not raining, these steps are pretty easy to knock out. It's a great tent, but even great tents require some maintenance. Enjoy! Out of the bag, this tent is fairly decent with rain. We've owned the previous incarnation of this tent (16x10) since jan. 09, camp 3 to 4 times a year, and have had very little(if any) issue with leaks. I WILL say that the first time out, we sealed the interior seams of the rainfly and tent body. Later, we learned to periodically reseal the interior tent/rainfly seams and apply a spray silicone to the exposed portions of the tent body as well as the rainfly. Once you set up camp, assuming its not raining, these steps are pretty easy to knock out. It's a great tent, but even great tents... » Read More Out of the bag, this tent is fairly decent with rain. We've owned the previous incarnation of this tent (16x10) since jan. 09, camp 3 to 4 times a year, and have had very little(if any) issue with leaks. I WILL say that the first time out, we sealed the interior seams of the rainfly and tent body. Later, we learned to periodically reseal the interior tent/rainfly seams and apply a spray silicone to the exposed portions of the tent body as well as the rainfly. Once you set up camp, assuming its not raining, these steps are pretty easy to knock out. It's a great tent, but even great tents require some maintenance. Enjoy! « Show Less
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I think its for water drainage or just extra ventilation. I have been in the tent at night on the deck and havent had any issues with bugs.