$26.00
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Just as the name implies this tent is larger than the Explorer Dome Small in order to fit larger children. This model also features a removable fly and 2 roof vents.
$54.68
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A perfect tent for creating your own puppet show. Roll back stage curtains w/ ties. Day & night back scenes
$41.62
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The Nova Sport Dome is 30 square feet, and easily sleeps 2 people. Lightweight enough for hiking and traveling anywhere you go. It is also the perfect backyard tent for family fun before the camping trip. Whether you use it in your backyard or on your next camping trip, the size and weight make it easy and fun to use. 6′ x 5′ x 40″ provides a wedge shaped dome for easy access.Amazon.com Product Description
Nicely lightweight and easy to set up and breakdown, the sporty Wenzel Nova dome-style tent is a great choice for a weekend car camping outing. It features a single room that measures 6 by 5 feet, and a 38-inch maximum height. It has a half-circle door with a mesh window covering half of it (and an interior zippered closure) as well as a three-quarter vented dome with no-see-um mesh. The interior is quite spare, with only a small gear pocket in one corner near the door.
Set up was easy, for the most part, and we erected the tent (with its two shock-corded fiberglass poles) in under five minutes. The one impediment to an even faster assembly was the heavy-duty nylon corner pockets that secure the poles, which included a polyester-reinforced interior flap that’s not seamed at the top of the entry. Thus, we had a tougher time than we should have trying to make correct purchase with the pocket, continually hitting the space between the nylon pocket and the interior poly pocket.
But we could forgive this slight design flaw for such a nicely light and easily backpacked tent. However, it should be noted that this tent isn’t suited to an all-out assault by rain, with just a small rain cover (instead of a full fly) to protect the dome’s three-quarter-ventilated square, which is quickly attached using integrated plastic hooks. That said, the water-resistant polyester exterior (polyester utilizing Wenzel’s Weather Armor coating) will shed drizzle and light rain (tested under our extended sprinkler test in our backyard) and keep you warm and protected inside. It also features a heavy-duty nylon floor with taped seams.
If you’re an occasional camper who sticks with fair-weather weekends, the Wenzel Nova is a fine, affordable choice for camping duos. –Agen G.N. Schmitz
What’s in the Box?
Tent, mini rain fly, metal stakes (with bag), two fiberglass shock-corded poles (with bag), stuff sack, printed instructions; backed by 10-year warranty
Amazon.com Tent Guide
Selecting a Tent
Fortunately, there are all kinds of tents for weekend car campers, Everest expeditions, and everything in-between. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
Expect the Worst
In general, it’s wise to choose a tent that’s designed to withstand the worst possible conditions you think you’ll face. For instance, if you’re a summer car camper in a region where weather is predictable, an inexpensive family or all purpose tent will likely do the trick–especially if a vehicle is nearby and you can make a mad dash for safety when bad weather swoops in! If you’re a backpacker, alpine climber or bike explorer, or if you like to car camp in all seasons, you’ll want to take something designed to handle more adversity.
Three- and Four-Season Tents
For summer, early fall and late spring outings, choose a three-season tent. At minimum, a quality three season tent will have lightweight aluminum poles, a reinforced floor, durable stitching, and a quality rain-fly. Some three-season tents offer more open-air netting and are more specifically designed for summer backpacking and other activities. Many premium tents will feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain-fly for enhanced waterproofness.
For winter camping or alpine travel, go with a four season model. Because they typically feature more durable fabric coatings, as well as more poles, four-season tents are designed to handle heavy snowfall and high winds without collapsing. Of course, four-season tents exact a weight penalty of about 10 to 20 percent in trade for their strength and durability. They also tend to be more expensive.
Domes and Tunnels
Tents are broadly categorized into two types, freestanding, which can stand up on their own, and those that must be staked down in order to stand upright. Freestanding tents often incorporate a dome-shaped design, and most four-season tents are constructed this way because a dome leaves no flat spots on the outer surface where snow can collect. Domes are also inherently stronger than any other design. Meanwhile, many three-season models employ a modified dome configuration called a tunnel. These are still freestanding, but they require fewer poles than a dome, use less fabric, and typically have a rectangular floor-plan that offers less storage space than a dome configuration. Many one and two-person tents are not freestanding, but they make up for it by being more lightweight. Because they use fewer poles, they can also be quicker to set up than a dome.
Size Matters
Ask yourself how many people you’d like to fit in your fabric hotel now and in the future. For soloists and minimalists, check out one-person tents. If you’re a mega-minimalist, or if you have your eye on doing some big wall climbs, a waterproof-breathable bivy sack is the ticket. Some bivy sacks feature poles and stake points to give you a little more breathing room. Also, if you don’t need bug protection and you want to save weight, check out open-air shelters.
Families who plan on car camping in good weather can choose from a wide range of jumbo-sized tents that will accommodate all your little ones with room to spare. A wide range of capacities is also available for three- and four-season backpacking and expedition tents. Remember, though, the bigger the tent you buy, the heavier it will be, although it’s easy to break up the tent components among several people in your group. It’s also helpful to compare the volume and floor-space measurements of models you’re considering.
Wenzel Nova Sport 6- by 5-Foot Two-Person Dome Tent
$22.99
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Backyard Discovery ELEPHANT KIDS TENT
TENT/ PLAYTENT
This is a cute 1-2 person tent and looks like a gray elephant, complete with trunk, eyes, ears, mouth and feet. It’s got the following features:
Removable eyes funtion as play balls
Durable polyester fabric
Shock-corded fiberglass poles
Zippered feet for crawlling in and out
36″ H x 60″ W x 60″ L
Ages 3 and up
Comes in zippered carry bag
Backyard Discovery Elephant Kid’s Tent
$90.94
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Bazoongi Kids PS-PLT – Planetarium Play Tent
Features:
For ages 3 +
Colorful planetarium play structure
Glow in the dark stars made of photo luminescent plastic
Frame constructed of patented fiberglass poles with protective plastic coating
100% spun-bonded fabric
Easy entry and breathable mesh doors
Telescope included
Adult assembly required
Overall dimensions: 49″ H x 36″ W x 66″ L
Planetarium Play Structure Kids Includes Telescope to View Star Moon Planet
$69.99
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This adventure set is brand new and has never been used!! Spiderman adventure set has many features including:
* Spiderman Venom adventure tent.
* Spiderman Venom sleeping bag.
* Handy carrying case.
* Water bottle.
* ID tag.
* Stool.
* Compass.
* Whistle.
Spiderman Venom 8pc playhut tent sleeping bag set NEW
$80.00
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Create a fantasyland in your child’s room with this canopy, featuring 18 glittery butterflies in a variety of colors and sizes. Included are ribbons for hanging, as well as a zippered storage bag.
$41.18
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Colorful flower-like graphics make this tent magical. Comes with a flower that attaches to the top. Pops up and down in seconds. Go anywhere bag included.
$26.21
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The Mega Tent is made of sturdy waterproof polyester, and is great for indoor or outdoor use. Its patented structure pops up and down in seconds. It easily attaches to other products in the Pop Up Co line. This tent features a side opening, two round openings, which is great for adding tunnels and a window. It is perfect for ages 3 and above
$27.49
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Infant UV Play Shade protects your children from effects of the sun. It offers convenience, ease of assembly, storage, and the highest UPF rating available at 50+ UPF. The patented structure pops up and down in seconds. It is made of waterproof polyester and is great for indoor or outdoor use.
Schylling Infant UV Play Shade
