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Offline GRIMJIM

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« on: December 09, 2005, 02:55:39 PM »
I'm looking for a new tent. I deer hunt in Illinois in November and spend nine days in a tent. We had tornadoes come through this year, and while they were not close enough to harm anyone, the wind and rain trashed my cabin tent. I'm not concerned with weight, actually I would prefer a heavier tent. I was looking at the cabelas dome tents, anyone have a recommendation?
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« Reply #1 on: December 09, 2005, 03:19:51 PM »
I really like the Kodiak from Reliable Tent and Awning in Billings.  It is easy to put up, accepts a wood stove and does a good job of shedding the wind.  If you live in a tent for nine days you might as well live in comfort.

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« Reply #2 on: December 09, 2005, 04:26:49 PM »
Try to research the Artic Oven or the Kifaru Tipi.  Yes Tipi!  A few guys use them up here and swear by them.

Up here wind and rain are our major concerns.  So a dome tent such as a Bomb Shelter tent work well.
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« Reply #3 on: December 14, 2005, 06:12:17 PM »
Assuming that you do not need a wood stove, the XWT from Cabalas is incredible.  I have only been in one a couple of times, but once was a windy/snowy/rainy weekend in South Dakota on a mule deer hunt.  It was rock steady no matter what.  I have a tent from Dick's that is very similar in design ( although surely not as well built) to the Arctic Oven mentioned above.   I think it is called the Timber Lodge Outfitter.  I think it is Dick's "house brand".  I think it was in the $200 range.  All things considered, it has held up very well to several seasons of hard use.  If you would consider an A-frame tent, then check out the Eureka Outfitter 6.  It is similar to their timberline tents, but with heavier poles and floor.  My parents have used one for close to 20 years and have never had a problem.  I went the other way just because I wanted more vertical sidewalls.  The extra space comes in handy when it is nasty outside, and you are stuck inside with the wife, kids, and the dog.

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« Reply #4 on: December 16, 2005, 11:43:23 AM »
Checked out the artic oven and the tipi, very cool but a little out of my price range. I don't really need a stove as I use a propane heater. Like I said I don't have to pack anything in so weight is not an issue. I think I'm, gonna go with the cabela's xwt. I solved my space problem by leaving the wife and kids at home, that cleared up a lot of room! Anyway I've got a whole year before I need it, so I can still look around. Thanks to all for the suggestions, and keep 'em coming!
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