However, coming in at 9.8 lbs with 63 coleman ice chest of tent space, a family of four can certainly make due. Before Mike and I’s recent camping trip to Letchworth State Park in Upstate New York, I was looking to purchase an affordable but durable tent for us to use. After some heavy research, I landed on the Coleman Sundome tent.
A small flap zips open to allow to pass through a mesh screen into the tent. With 1 door, this tent should comfortably sleep 3 to 4 adults, or a family of 4 to 5 with small children. This tent is large enough to be a main camping tent for a small family.
In choosing the right backpacking tent, you have a wide range of options from minimalist ultralight shelters to inexpensive and heavier entry-level models. Needs to review the security of your connection before proceeding.
also an excellent choice if you’re looking to get into camping, especially during the spring, summer, or fall in a warmer location, and want to save a bit of cash on your first tent. All packed up, the Sundome 6 weighs 16.6lb, and the packed size of its travel bag is 28”x13”x8”. This is a free-standing tent with the structure based on an X-shaped pole construction.
And finally, the robust and quick-deploying frame of the Instant Cabin adds significant weight—it clocks in about 10 pounds heavier than the Sundome. While we love the idea of setting up a tent super fast, we’re not convinced the Instant Cabin is worth the extra cost and questionable rain protection. Another Kelty tent to have on your radar is their Tallboy 6. It’s a step up in price from the Discovery above at $230, but you do get a number of upgrades, including a lighter weight (14 lbs. 1 oz.), taller peak height (72 in.), and smaller packed size. However, the Tallboy boasts considerably less floor area at 86 square feet, and its rainfly only offers partial coverage . The Kelty uses slightly higher-quality materials than the Sundome, but we find it hard to justify spending more for less space and similar overall performance.