Why did I wait so long? I am not 100% sure. Maybe I was afraid I would have to take more than a half hour to set up a single-person tent. Or maybe I thought I’d like it so much I would begin planning solo hunt after solo hunt. No matter what, it was time to face the music and test it out.
- Dimensions: 82″ x 39″ x 32″
- Packed Dimensions: 25″ x 8″ x 5″
- Pack Weight: 4 lbs
- Capacity: 1 person
- Shell: 75D Taffeta 2000MM PU
- Doors: 1
- Pole System: Quick–up System III
- Color: Yellow–Orange
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| Connecting the tent to the cot via six bungees was super easy. |
- Dimensions: 85″ x 40″ x 19″
- Pack Weight: 26 lbs
- Bed: Heavy–duty 600D Poly Canvas
- Frame: Aluminum top surround
- Legs: Steel Leg Assembly
- Color: Black
- Storage: 600D Canvas Carry Bag with Drawstring Closure
As you have seen in the video above, the tent is easily set-up and attaches to the cot very easily. After sleeping in it for a couple nights, there is definitely only room for one person to sleep comfortably, which is what was expected. My air mattress and sleeping bag fit perfectly from end to end. I slept well on the second night, even with my daughter in the tent.
We kept the rain fly on both nights and I am glad we did. The first night it was very cool, but clear and we had no condensation around. The second night it was incredibly foggy and our tent was covered in moisture. Even the inside of the tent had some condensation, under the rain fly, which I wasn’t too happy with. I am researching how to avoid that in the future. I left the rain fly attached to the tent to dry for a short while. I then unclipped one end, flipped it over and allowed the underside to dry. Don’t forget that part or you’ll end up with mildew on your tent. Once that dried, I folded it up prior to the tent take-down.
Taking the tent down was just as easy (if not easier) than the set-up. Normally, putting everything away seems like such a chore, but the Teton Sports Outfitter XXL Tent folds back up, slides into the bag and is ready to attach to your pack in a matter of just a couple minutes. That was very cool in my eyes because if you are hunting and need to move camp quickly, this is the tent you want to use.
The cot is more of a luxury, but it is a very nice addition if you have kids, want to be elevated, and have some patience with the set-up. Overall, the cot was nice and most of the set-up went very well. The final stage of getting the end bars attached got a big two thumbs down from me. I am a strong guy, and I had to horse it to get it to clip in. I mean REALLY horse it. I hope Teton Sports works up some improvements on that. My recommendation to anyone who gets one is to set it up a dozen times prior to going camping to see if the connecting points wear down a bit to allow an easier fit. I would certainly use the Outfitter XXL Cot while camping with family, and even on hunts where I have a vehicle nearby because at 26 lbs., I am not throwing it on my back.
The Teton Sports Outfitter XXL Quick Tent retails from $129.00 – $85.00 online and I think it’s an excellent price for what you are getting and for how easy it is to use. The Outfitter XXL Cot retails for $149.99, but you can find it around for less than that. The cot at Sportsman’s Warehouse is selling for $99.99 and the tent $89.99 (and I understand those are everyday prices). Like I said, the cot is a luxury item for me and I am not sure $149.99 is a great price, but for bigger people, it’s one of the strongest ones out there. I know that Teton Sports has some new things coming in 2014 and I am excited to hear what hey are and what improvements they have made to their gear. If you are looking for a tent that packs easily, sets up quickly, and protects you from the elements, the Outfitter XXL Quick Tent is a great buy.
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