going camping/ how is this in windy conditions?
1735606
Works great. Protip: setup this stove when you recieve it and measure the distance from the top of pot holder to the bottom of your fuel canister. Cut some aluminium foil out to match this height (id suggest triple folding it for rigidity in windy conditions) as well as enough to wrap halfway around the kit... Bam! Homemade wind screen.
1735607
Depending on the temp and type of fuel you're gonna use...It should perform flawlessly...I used mine in 15 degree temp with moderate windy conditions...I also used snow peak fuel.....So it should perform well....Also you might want to use a wind shield...
1735608
I have used it in the wind. It works well. I've never had it "blow out." But you'll need some sort of wind block to retain heat to cook.
1735609
it's ok in light winds, but your need a wind break for higher wind condition.
1735610
FYI, using a windscreen around a butane mix canister can direct heat down to the canister, causing it to overheat and explode. That's a bad thing. A partial windscreen, that blocks the wind, but does not fully surround the stove/canister is safer, but the canister temp should still be monitored in this case.
1735611
Pretty good in my opinion. If it's to bad you can always use some foil as a wind break also
265226
I'd agree with others. It depends on the ambient temperature of the air. I gave feedback in an earlier post but I'd say 5-7. also, I'll point out it does much better if there is no wind. It's not the best construction but it isn't overly expensive either. 4 of us stood around it on our deck at the lake telling a few stories and it worked. We were huddled though.
1378656
I have not had it up in heavy wind. I'm no expert but I would think anything tent or umbrella like will not hold up well in heavy wind. A beach breeze is no problem though with both sides open for ventilation. Does that help?
398535
Hi , few days ago had some winds while I was doing BBQ so far no issues as of yet.
929316
Took this tent to burning man last year, which is daytime temps of 85+ everyday for 10 days -- stood up very well to the wind, the canvas kept the playa (the fine dust) out and we had a battery powered fan going inside the tent for when we needed to knock out during the day. We had our tent pitched in the shade, and it worked out well for us. I won't say it was particularly pleasant to be inside during the hottest part of the day, even being in the shade with a fan, but it worked for us. That said, when this tent is closed up and in the sun it heats up mighty fast. If you don't have any shade to put it under and it's going to be 85 out I would recommend something that isn't made of canvas -- if keeping cool during the day is important to you.
2177290
Had it staked down very well but the wind (granted it was pretty windy..) collapsed the tent multiple times. I made up a 'splint' with tie wraps and sticks to bind the knuckle joints to get thru the night. Attempts to use it again was just a pita even without wind. The joints had failed.. But.. before the wind event the tent sure set up fast and was really nice. I'm keeping it simple again with the next one sticking with normal shock corded poles/rain fly/etc even though it's more trouble to set up.
1196379
We camped for four days, two of which we experienced heavy constant downpours. With a tarp underneath, it held up well. The fly does not go down the sides at all, so you must be very very careful to not allow anything to touch the sides or it will leak. Also, the little stow pockets on the side will leak if you have anything in them during rain. It was only moderately windy and it held up well.
1043403
Strong winds will definitely wreck this tent... Would not recommend for the beach on a very windy day.. The frame is just not sturdy enough..The manual itself says to avoid the wind.. With that said, we have one for our back deck and it works perfectly in moderate wind ;)
1406611
Yes you can, my son and i have used our tent together about 8 times and it takes us less than 10 minutes to set up. We were just camping in 30 mph winds with gusts up to 45 and with all of the anchor points for the fly we had no issues at all. Great tent!!!
2177732
Mine did not hold up well at all. First time I set it up and used it under what I would consider moderate winds (12-15mph with gusts to 20 mph) and I had a pole snap and tear open the tent material. All lines and pegs were used. I bought it last fall for family Christmas, used it in June (can't return) and not sure what to do with a torn tent with a broken pole. I am pretty disappointed with this Coleman tent.
2050114
No, it dosnt do very well in high winds as I found out on my last camping trip.....
2177734
Define high winds n heavy rain... It is good. I have enjoyed having it. But in my opinion if u camp in high winds and rain u have bigger issues than a tent.
240166
I was concerned about that myself when we purchased the shelter. We live on top of a mountain in the country and have had wind gust up to 50-60 mph this winter. We have had absolutely no problems with it. I did put it by a row of trees to help protect it and staked it down with additional re-bar and clamps. the canopy and structure have held up well.
1333076
The tent is incredibly sturdy when windy. I always bring a few plastic baggies (taking care never to let them blow away, of course) just in case I need to fill them with sand to anchor down the inside of the tent. So far, I have not needed to do so. The light but sturdy frame of the tent (along with the stakes it comes with) is more than enough to sustain a very windy day. :)
2042251
I was camping last month. Lows down into the low 30s. Had the vents and fly shut down tight and was very warm. I haven't been in the tent during a wind storm yet but have had 3/4 inch of rain in an hour and not a drop got in. I love this tent.
121130
As long as the wind isn't blowing. If it is windy, I would bring water jugs to fill and put in the corners. I did not stake my tent on nights I knew would be nice and the tent did not shift position. I also stayed in a couple "parking lots" and had no problems. But then again, I had a large dog to hold it down. LOL
1525571
I had mine set up next to a covered patio for two years. It handled the wind just fine; it was the constant exposure to the sun that finally did it in. The fabric became brittle but the frame was still in good shape. During high winds, such as thunderstorms, the tent would flex quite a bit but it never pulled out of the ground stakes. However, if you must take it down for winds in excess of 40 mph, that is easy to do. Just pull the support poles out of the ring with the stem at the ground level and the tent will lay flat. To re-erect it, (with the help of a friend) re-insert the ring stem, re-position the poles and it will be up in less than 10 minutes (unless the friend proves to be of little help). Make sure you have the flaps secured before you lay it flat. R-von