If you want to know the real differences, pros, and cons of different canvas tents that look very similar, this video is for you. I give a detailed side-by-side comparison and hands-on review of four of the most popular and best canvas tents available. This should answer all your questions, but if it doesn't, ask away in the comments and I'll do my best to help out!
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UPDATE: Be sure to check out my latest review on the new Springbar Skyliner, an American made hot tent of a similar design to those in this video. https://youtu.be/-1q5zNPeqcA
OUTDOOR EMPIRE'S BEST CANVAS TENTS LIST
1. Springbar Classic Jack
Outdoor Empire score: 4.7/5
Review: https://youtu.be/xpD4NYNrM34
Check price: https://amzn.to/4bmaiUa
Wood stove: https://amzn.to/3iLn5Zt
2. Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow
Outdoor Empire score: 4.5/5
Review: https://youtu.be/4rffDI-hy-A
Compare prices:
https://amzn.to/3VG9GAi
https://alnk.to/4BCKxbK
https://cabelas.xhuc.net/DVXAao
https://bassproshops.vzck.net/7mjLKr
3. White Duck Outdoors Prota
Outdoor Empire score: 4.2/5
Review: https://youtu.be/tOa8AlRW_10
Price: https://amzn.to/3iJIDWe
Dog bed mentioned: https://amzn.to/4awDIhL
Log carrier shown: https://amzn.to/3sjD0TP
Canvas tarp shown: https://amzn.to/3QtTVwd
4. Teton Sports Mesa
Outdoor Empire score: 4.0/5
Review: https://youtu.be/Vg9Azk3xuU4
Compare prices:
https://amzn.to/3Hn5EbM
https://alnk.to/eOIHquB
Video on how to season a canvas tent: https://youtu.be/-z7Ofgi0wpE
Link to our tent size chart: https://outdoorempire.com/tent-size-for-camping/
CHAPTERS
00:00 Overview and Setup
01:55 The Original Springbar Design
02:46 Similarities and Customer Service
04:27 Bags and Portability
06:42 Awnings
08:42 Components and Canvas
13:49 Doors, Windows, and Ventilation
20:55 Flooring and Workmanship
23:20 Space, Comfort, and Features
30:35 Hot Tent Compatibility
34:04 Recommendation
FYI, White Duck and Springbar sent me tents to review, but only on the condition that I could give an honest review, good or bad. This video is not sponsored and the opinions expressed are my own. We have no agenda other than to do awesome gear reviews.
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