Replaced my 30-year-old Coleman 8x8 dome tent with this 8x7 cabin tent. I have used it for a total of five nights across two trips so far. What I like: - Love the extra headroom compared to my old dome tent. - The dual wall pockets are a nice feature. - Windows on both sides are great (3 total!), but I wish there was one on the back as well (why not 4?) - Zippers have worked well so far. - Tent feels sturdy in the wind. What I don't love: - Setup is harder than with a dome tent. I am still figuring out the best method for the vertical cabin poles. Not sure if it is better to start with the top or bottom, and what order. - I am disappointed that the crossbars are not much improved from my old Coleman. I wish the tent cliped to the poles rather than a sleeve. And the poles have big joints that get caught easily. My modern one-person backpacking tent has a dream setup, while this is exactly the same as it was 30 years ago. - I bought better tent stakes right away. This tent should come with proper stakes from the start. - This is my first time using a tent gear loft. Unless it is loaded with gear, it tends to fall off. Is that normal? If so, just the hook is fine, I can do without the falling down mesh.
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