So if you’re looking for a tent guaranteed to keep you dry, the sundome 4 man model might not be the best choice. The bathtub floor that comes with welded corners and inverted should keep small rain showers out of the tent. The products are low-cost but like the that doesn’t mean they are low-quality.
The fiberglass poles’ sleek design means they are less likely to catch on the sleeve during setup and breakdown, which makes this a frustration-free setup. There are quality tents that are better able to stand up to stormy weather with sturdy poles and strong guy-line systems, but as a budget-friendly tent we were happy with the performance. This 4-Person dome tent also comes with guy-lines to support the fiberglass poles. Unfortunately, there isn’t a hydrostatic head rating for this tent. We reached out to Coleman for more information and their advisor told us that their tents “don’t stop water but will stop UV”.
There is a removable extension on the bottom that we assume helps keep the bag small for shipping but, once removed, allows a little more breathing room. It also comes with a fantastic vestibule with a door that can be propped up to form an awning. The sheltered living space in this tent is the advantage it has over the coleman sundome.
The 4 person tent is not just for newcomers looking for a budget beginner model. Even for more seasoned campers, perhaps looking for a second versatile tent for storage space, this Coleman offers amazing value to meet their needs. The 4-person version of the Coleman sundome tent is affordable and easy to set up, making it a fantastic option for new campers. In addition to the various capacities, Coleman also makes the unique and rather intriguing Dark Room Sundome. Built using the same structure as the standard model (it’s only offered in 4P and 6P sizes), the design utilizes a special fabric on the tent body and rainfly that blocks a claimed 90% of light. For one, it has serious potential appeal among late sleepers or parents that are hoping to enjoy an uninterrupted cup of coffee in the morning.
However, it isn’t the design that is at risk — it is the construction. The use of weaker materials like cheap plastic clips, elastic connection points, fiberglass poles, and the tarp floor is where the Sundome could fail after harsh use. This tent can be put up fast and easily thanks to the simple three-pole design. Two poles run diagonally between corners to give the body of the tent it’s dome-shape.
It won’t come as a surprise to those who go camping regularly that the capacity of a tent is based on the maximum number of people you could squeeze in, rather than a size that prioritizes comfort. With a ceiling height of less than 5 feet tall, there isn’t much livable space in this budget-friendly tent. But there’s plenty of room for a queen-sized mattress and sleeping space. The Coleman Sundome 4 Person Dome Tent is designed as more of a summer tent.
Afterwards, we start comparing the two tents side-by-side. Established in 2003, Anchor Express is a leading online retailer of consumer and commercial
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The 6-Person Sundome® Dome Camping Tent has large windows and a ground vent to help push heat up and out to keep you comfortable when camping in warm weather. You’ll also enjoy plenty of headroom for stretching out thanks to a 6-foot center height. This Coleman Sundome 2 person tent review is about an enormously popular tent. This is a nice tool to use in relatively dry conditions and for occasional outdoor excursions and camping with a car access.
The inside corner seams are taped with what looks to be really flimsy version of duct tape that was already peeling up at the corners. While I have yet to sleep in this tent, I was able to pitch it several times and get a feel for the overall quality and functionality. Plan B was to set the tent up on the BSA summer camp standard issue wood platforms covered by an old canvas tent. That plan was ultimately thwarted by all the missing slats in the most level platform I could find.