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traditional tent vs canopy tent

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eric schultz BPL Member
PostedDec 14, 2013 at 7:38 pm

I am attempting to decrease my pack weight. I tried "The Scout" from Big Agnes and it had too much condensation for me. I have always used a traditional tent for backpacking. I am currently looking at a canopy tent and bug net from Bearpaw Wilderness Design. Would this be a good beginning trasition to a tarp? Is there anything to consider when making the switch? I only have experience with traditional free standing tents.
Thanks
Eric

PostedDec 15, 2013 at 12:23 am

Hi Eric out of curiosity did the condensation run out the eave vents as some speculated or did it end up on the floor and your bag.

PostedDec 15, 2013 at 4:27 am

Eric,

The Canopy 1 and Minimalist 1 were my first adventure into tarp and bug net shelter.
You can't beat the price at $200 ish for both in Sil-nylon. Condensation was never an issue since getting airflow as never an issue.
I like the setup but soon realized that I wanted room to set up and move about.
The minimalist is suited for crawling in and sleeping but not much else.
The Net tents John makes seem roomer but I couldn't get past the weight.

I currently have a BPWD Lair w/clip in beak and Pyranet 1
As well as the Bear den 1 with full front beak. For fully enclosed use during winter, OK winters are weak compared to other locals.

Good luck,

PostedDec 15, 2013 at 8:58 am

Kevin, I am also looking at the Bear paw shelters, I would like to talk to you about your tents. I presently use a Wild Oasis ,with a custom Bear Paw bath tube floor added , please call me Rick at 513-233-1570

eric schultz BPL Member
PostedDec 15, 2013 at 4:54 pm

Mark
The condensation ended up on the floor and sleeping quilt.
Eric

PostedDec 20, 2013 at 11:58 am

I'm confused?

You said your trading out your Big Agnes for a BP Canopy tent, but then you refer to switching from a traditional tent?

The BP Canopy is a very traditional design that is respected and has been around for hundreds of years, much more traditional than the more modern Big Agnes which dates it's design to less than maybe two hundred years ago.

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