Wall Tent

[cracker]

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.
Thanks Ronnie

[mullet]

 I'd like one that was mosquito proof.

[cracker]

That's a good idea in the south east.

[mullet]

 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.

[cracker]

Yeah but who can stand a fire when mosquitoes are out?

[mullet]

 It also pulls in air like an attic fan.

[JW_Halverson]

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.

[Sparrow]

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

[Pappy]

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.     
   Pappy

[cracker]

Thanks for the input guys. I appreciate it. Ronnie

[Little John]

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

[Hillbilly]

I'm with Pappy-the one Ryano has is really nice.

[cracker]

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

[Ryano]

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.

[Stoker]

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.
Thanks Leroy