Duplex zipper configuration

I always opened mine to the inside. It wasn’t a problem. I’d think a U would be too narrow at the bottom.

Just running it around in my mind I imagine there could be 3 problems with a ‘U’ shaped door.

First, as Matthew mentioned, it would be quite a bit narrow at the bottom.

Second, the max height of the door would be directly behind the pole.

Third, and the most importantly I think, is that the top of the door opening would be very low, making the door very short. Take the width you would like for the top of the door, then run down the roof lines until you reach that width…you might be surprised how low you have to go.

And as Matthew said, just lay the open door to the inside…problem solved :)

Thanks for the insight.

I guess what I had in mind was more of a tear-shape door so it could be much wider at the bottom ( if the zipper could handle the curve ).  The door on the Sierra Designs tent I used to have was almost a circle, but there is probably a reason you don’t see it anymore. And the pole would certainly present a problem.

Sounds like sticking with the standard zipper makes sense. I just had to ask before plunking down the money.

I appreciate your time and comments.

An inverted T zip should work for what you want. It’s probably a little heavier, but better at keeping bugs out.