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Wall Tent
« on: December 06, 2010, 07:39:30 pm »
I was thinking about buying a 10 X 12 heavy canvas wall tent and I thought you guys would be a good source of info. What should I look for? What should I try to avoid? Who makes the best tent? Alll input appreciated.
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Re: Wall Tent
« Reply #1 on: December 06, 2010, 08:13:31 pm »
 I'd like one that was mosquito proof.
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Re: Wall Tent
« Reply #2 on: December 06, 2010, 08:22:24 pm »
That's a good idea in the south east.
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« Reply #3 on: December 06, 2010, 08:29:18 pm »
 Ronnie, I was impressed with a double walled Tipi when I first went in one. With a fire in the middle mosquitos get sucked up and out the top with the draft. That's what I want.
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« Reply #4 on: December 06, 2010, 08:39:36 pm »
Yeah but who can stand a fire when mosquitoes are out?
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« Reply #5 on: December 06, 2010, 09:24:44 pm »
 It also pulls in air like an attic fan.
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Re: Wall Tent
« Reply #6 on: December 06, 2010, 11:06:44 pm »
I got a buddy in Bar Nunn, Wyoming that makes fine quality canvas goods.  He made my 9x13 bell back wedge tent 8 years ago and I am nothing but satisfied with his workmanship.  He makes wall tents for plenty of elk guides and has had their imput on what works and what don't work for quite a while.  He makes Period Correct for the rendezvous scene and modern equipment for the rest.  Drop me a pm and I can get you in contact with him.
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Re: Wall Tent
« Reply #7 on: December 06, 2010, 11:10:35 pm »
You want one that has opening in each end for the ridge pole to slide thru.Having the ridge pole on the inside lets you put up a hanger to hang wet stuff on,very important to be able to dry your stuff out plus warm dry boots in the morning. You want a good closure system at the door. I like a stove pipe port that goes out the side. It makes it easier to really poly- tarp the top well, when really hard weather rolls in. (Eliminates leaks too) Dirt flap around the bottom of the walls,(Cuts down on drafts) I have had several from 8x10's to 12x20's My favorite has turned out to be the 12x14 with 5 foot walls.  My $ .02   '  Frank
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« Reply #8 on: December 07, 2010, 05:37:05 am »
You might talk to RyanO he has one,I have never camped in it but he seems to really like it,not sure where he got it.  :)   
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« Reply #9 on: December 07, 2010, 10:01:20 am »
Thanks for the input guys. I appreciate it. Ronnie
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Re: Wall Tent
« Reply #10 on: December 07, 2010, 09:29:46 pm »
I agree with Frank about the five foot walls, I would also get one  a bit larger if money was not too much of an issue. I  can't do with out the stove pipe port but have never seen one with  mosquito netting I would also get one with openings on both ends (easier for the bears to find their way out, sometimes they just make their own). Seriously you will enjoy a wall tent especially in cold weather and with a wood stove. Tipis are great also but to me it would be too hard to deal with the poles especially for a back country camp.      Kenneth
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Re: Wall Tent
« Reply #11 on: December 07, 2010, 11:30:11 pm »
I'm with Pappy-the one Ryano has is really nice.
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Re: Wall Tent
« Reply #12 on: December 08, 2010, 08:20:36 am »
Thanks Pappy and Hillbilly I'll get in touch with him. This will be a big purchase and I want to get it right.Thanks Ron
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Re: Wall Tent
« Reply #13 on: December 08, 2010, 11:00:35 am »
Mine is a 12x14 with 5 foot walls made by the Davis tent company out of colorado. I love it. They custom make each tent to your spec's. I got a door on each end, chimney pipe hole, and sod cloth and removeable floor with a zip out section for the wood stove.  Also got a 12x10 canopy for the front of it. It makes a nice place to keep your boots and gears well as a table and camp chairs ect.
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Re: Wall Tent
« Reply #14 on: December 08, 2010, 12:36:01 pm »
A buddy of mine has 5' walls. Well worth the money.Interior frame a great option.
This is mine WWII issue.10' high 14' dia.
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