Eureka Timberline 4 Adventure 9- by 7-Foot Four-Person Tent

The legendary Timberline series continue to build an enduring reputation by running the camping gamut?from meeting the needs of generations of Scouts to taming the toughest weather conditions with ease. With over two million Timberline tents sold, you know they?re definitely backed by popular demand 2 Large windows increase ventilation. Twin-rack, side-opening door allows for easy entry. 2 Mesh storage pockets, 2 clothesline rings. Shock-corded eaves give stability and tear resistance in windy conditions. Hooded fly in front and rear allows windows to remain partially open in rain for ventilation. Shock-corded seamless aluminum frame gives increased durability and stability, and is lighter weight than fiberglass. Junction tubes are custom-blended nylon for lightweight strength. Side pullouts on fly maximize head and shoulder space. Factory sealed main floor seams.
Customer Review: Not for harsh weather.
I was looking for a tent to keep my dry in all conditions - my previous coleman tent leaked at the side seams, even with seam sealing. I taken this 4 trips, and set up and taken it down about 10 times. It is very easy to set up with just one person. It is well constructed. However, I was greatly disappointed when I camped on the Texas coast. The wind bent two poles. The rain blew in under the fly even though all vents were zipped shut. By morning I had significant amount of water in the tent, one pole had a 45 degree bend in it. I have camped in a cheap coleman tent that didn't get damaged in high winds...and other tents collapsed. Perhaps if I had guyed it down the poles would not have bent, but it would not have stopped the rain. Perhaps, I could have turned the tent in another direction and it would not have had so much water come in...but it was already pouring rain. I had sealed the seams prior to the trip. You could literally feel the water misting throughout the tent. Bottom line, not a tent for adverse conditions. I am switching to a REI Halfdome 4.
Customer Review: The last tent you may ever need.
I have owned one of these for 27 years and only now is it showing signs of wear. The zipper is wearing out and the shock cords have lost their elasticity. For a tent that is in use at least nine days a year that is amazing!

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