Kids Camping Tents

$37.35

• Wenzel Sprout Kids Tent.
• A kids tent with true functionality.
• Removable seam-sealed fly with mesh roof vents keeps air ciculating.
• Shockcorded fiberglass frame with pole pockets for quick set up.
• Front Dutch “D” style door opens with one zip.

Product Description
Specifications. Base: 6′ x 5′. Center Height: 38″. Area: 30 sq. ft.Sleeps: 2. The Weather Armor process is a fully integrated weather-proofing system that protects our tents from top to bottom. Our unique Weather Armor polyester provides our tents with tremendous toughness and reliability. The high UV resistant properties inherent in our material is enhanced by adding a polyurethane, water resistant coating, to make our fabric even more weatherproof, while maintaining a richness in color and strength that supports our ten year warranty and quality expectations. Our floors are welded, not sewn, therefore eliminating stitching and needle holes that create another potential area for water to penetrate. Throughout the body of the tent, our sewing technique incorporates double stitched, lap-feld seams that provide a stronger shingle effect against water. All threads, zippers and webbing are treated with superior water repellency applications to enforce these critical areas. Our rain shingle layer on the lower portion of the tent wall provides a water shed effect. Our tents feature mesh doors, windows, vents and roofs for great air circulation and cross breeze.

New Wenzel Sprout Kids Tent Removable Seam Sealed Fly True Functionality Stakes Storage Duffel

Product Description
The Wenzel Sprout will sleep 2 kids and is a great first tent for expeditions in the backyard. 2 kids will have a blast in this ‘real’ tent. Shockcorded poles and a polyester fly are durable and easy to set up. With a tough polyethylene ‘bathtub’ style floor, with welded seams, so kids can be kids and not worry about wear and tear.Sleeps 2 kidsGreat kids tent for backyard funWeather Armor Polyester materials – don’t stretch when wet and have good UV resistanceWelded 1000D polyethylene floor will stay dry – seams are welded – not stitched – no needle holes to leakShockcorded fiberglass frameFull, hooded ‘D’ style door has a no-see-um window with storm flaps2 windows and a roof vent for excellent ventilationRoof vents allow for ventilation – non-closableSidewalls are durable polyesterPole pockets makes set up easyInterior mesh storage pockets for small itemsHooded windows in the front door and back wall allow for ventilation even in rain.Sleeve set up for fast and easy set up every time1 gear pocket for the little thingsFlashlight loopDuffle style carry bag and stakes includedFire retardantImport.

Wenzel Sprout 6′x5′ Kids Tent

$89.98

• Inflates and ready to use in minutes.
• Suitable for Indoors and Outdoors.
• Reinforced seams, with double and triple stiching.
• Includes storage bag.
• High velocity blower.

Children’s Inflatable Play House Tent

Product Description
The Wenzel Sprout Kids tent is a 6′x5′ tent that will sleep 2 kids. The heavy duty polyethylene floor has welded seams for strength and waterproofness. The mesh roof improves ventilation. Very easy to set up. Your kids will have a blast whether they are inside the house or in the backyard with friends. The shockcorded fiberglass frame is simple and easy to use. One front entry door is large enough for convenient exit and entry. Both windows are closable for privacy and ventilation. Every kid should have their own tent. Can you imagine? What a wonderful world it would be.Sleeps 2 kidsWelded heavy duty polyethylene floor for extra durability1 front entry doorGreat for backyard campouts, sleep overs and indoor camping2 windows for maximum ventilation and comfortMesh roof aids in ventilation and reduces condensationShockcorded fiberglass frame for easy set upKid friendly colors1 interior storage pocketEasy convenient clip & sleeve constructionPole pocket pole to body connection is fast and simpleClosable front & back windowsAll carry sacks and stakes includedFire retardantImport

Wenzel 6′x5′ Sprout Kids Tent

$42.78

• Square-shaped, dome-style tent for two to three sleepers; measures 7 by 7 feet
• Lightweight enough for hiking and traveling
• D-style door, back window, full rain fly
• Shock-corded fiberglass poles; lightweight steel stakes for stability and strength
• Nylon floors have taped floor seams; tent is backed by 10-year warranty

Product Description
The Pinon Sport Dome is 49 square feet, sleeping 2-3 people. Lightweight enough for hiking and traveling anywhere you go. 7′ x 7′ x 50″ is a square shape dome providing lots of head space.Amazon.com Product Description
Nicely lightweight and easy to set up and breakdown, the sporty Wenzel Pinon dome-style tent is a great choice for a weekend car camping outing. It features a generously sized single room that measures 7 by 7 feet–great for storing lots of gear–and a 50-inch maximum height. In addition to the good-sized D-style door (with a mesh window covering half of it), this tent also includes a window on the back for cross-current ventilation. The interior is quite spare, with only a small gear pocket in one corner near the door.

Setting up the tent 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. This tent also includes a fly that offers a good coverage area, including a bit of an extended cover over the door and back window. While we didn’t have rain during our testing, we did use a sprinkler for an extended period, and were pleased to note that the fly ably handled the water run off, guiding it away from the bottom of the tent. To improve this tent’s weather resistance, it’s recommended that you use seam sealer to coat all exposed seams, applying only to the underside of the fly and inside the seams of the tent.

Overall, the Wenzel Pinon is a good choice for car campers and for the occasional hiked excursion. While it won’t stand up to the worst that Mother Nature can throw your way, it should handle a decent amount of rain. And its ample 49 square foot interior will hold two good-sized adults and a good amount of gear. –Agen G.N. Schmitz

What’s in the Box?
Tent, 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 Pinon Sport 7-by 7-Foot Three-Person Dome Tent

$41.62

• Square-shaped, dome-style tent for two sleepers; measures 6 by 5 feet
• Lightweight enough for hiking and traveling
• Half-moon door; 3/4-ventilated top with mini fly cover
• Shock-corded fiberglass poles; lightweight steel stakes for stability and strength
• Nylon floors have taped floor seams; tent is backed by 10-year warranty

Product Description
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